About a Book: In-Person Book Club
We meet in person to discuss the latest book we're reading.
When You Join
When: Second Thursday of the month
Time: 11 a.m.–noon
Location: Vanderbilt Bookstore
Group Leader: F Clark Williams
Upcoming Events
Free parking is available in front of the bookstore. Free parking is available in the 2525 garage, but you must register your car with the Metropolis Parking platform, scan the garage QR code, and then scan in the bookstore to receive 4 hours of free parking.
- Thursday, December 11, 11 a.m.–noon, Vanderbilt Bookstore, second floor
Buckeye by Patric Ryan - Thursday, January 8, 11 a.m.–noon, Vanderbilt Bookstore, second floor
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans - Thursday, February 12, 11 a.m.–noon, Vanderbilt Bookstore, second floor
The Distance Between Us by Maggie O'Farrell - Thursday, March 12, 11 a.m.–noon, Vanderbilt Bookstore, second floor
The Long Ships by Frans G. Bengstrom - Thursday, April 9, 11 a.m.–noon, Vanderbilt Bookstore, second floor
The World Walk by Tom Turcich
Past Book Selections
Afterthoughts: Online Book Club
We meet over Zoom to discuss the latest book we're reading.
When You Join
When: First Monday of each month
2025 Dates: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 3, April 7, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 3
Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CST
Location: Online via Zoom
Group Leader: Anne Brandt
2025 Afterthoughts Book Club Selections
November
Henry V by Dan Jones
December
The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende
January 2026
Confederates in the Attic: Dispatches from the Unfinished Civil War by Tony Horowitz
February 2026
The Silk Roads: A New History of the World by Peter Frankopan
Past Book Selections
Bollywood & Beyond
Bollywood & Beyond is a community gateway to joy, culture, and connection. Inspired by the vibrant spirit of Mumbai, we bring people together in Nashville through movies, music, dance, cuisine, outdoor adventures, guest speakers, and cultural experiences. From soulful concerts to flavorful food, poetry to travel, we celebrate the magic and masala of life—building friendship, fellowship, and fun along the way.
If You Join
When: Dates vary, typically on weekends
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
Group Leader: Vinny Lalka
Upcoming Bollywood & Beyond Events
Looking forward to fun and exciting activities in 2026!
OLLI at the Arts
OLLI at the Arts group attends concerts and musical events each month during the academic year, featuring Vanderbilt Blair School of Music, Belmont University School of Performing Arts and other local academic and community cultural organizations. The group gathers pre- or post-concert for socializing over lunch or dinner.
When You Join
When: Dates vary
Time: Times vary
Location: Vanderbilt Blair School of Music and other locations
Event Tickets: Purchase on you own using links below
Group Leader: Jim and Perkie Cannon
Upcoming Events
Dec. 7 Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas
You know “Christmas Time’s A Coming” when 15-time GRAMMY winner and Country Music Hall
of Fame member Ricky Skaggs and his ace backing band Kentucky Thunder play all your favorite
Christmas songs in their refreshing acoustic style.
• Dinner @ 5pm TBD
• Concert @ 7pm Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, Belmont University
• Tickets $59 - $95 Reserve Tickets
• Free parking is available in the South Garage located at 1521 Compton Avenue or the Curb Garage
located at 1520 Bernard Avenue.
On Film
We come together to watch a film, followed by a post-screen discussion.
When You Join
When: Meeting dates vary
Time: Times vary
Location: The Belcourt Theatre
Group Leader: F. Clark Williams
Upcoming Film Events
Sunday, November 30, 1:50 pm screening of Hamnet at the Belcourt Theatre. Post-screening discussion about the adaptation. RSVP if you are attending.
Tuesday, December 2, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Belcourt Theater, 2102 Belcourt Ave.
Kick off the holiday season with OLLI at Vanderbilt! Join us for a special showing of the holiday classic The Man Who Came to Dinner. We’ll enjoy time to mingle, a hot chocolate bar and popcorn, and a post-movie discussion to share favorite moments and insights. Dress in your fun, festive casual wear and come celebrate the season with your OLLI friends! Register
OLLI on the Move
We enjoy a walk outside exploring different locations in and around Nashville. Benefits of a daily walk.
When You Join
When: Weekly
Cancellations: The walk will be canceled if the weather is raining, sleeting, snowing or other extreme conditions.
Group Leader: Jan Goddard
RSVP: Please RSVP via the link below. RSVP is required.
Upcoming Walks (weather permiting)
OLLI on the Move Holiday Gathering
Suggested to bring personal hydration, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and other supplies you may need for the activity.
Friday, December 5, 9:30 a.m.
CANCELED DUE to WEATHER
Friday, December 12, 9:30 a.m
Richland Creek Greenway, 4601 Murphy Road, Nashville, 37209.
3 mile loop, paved with some elevation variation, easy. Brunch afterwards at a nearby restaurant.
Friday, December 19, 9:30 a.m
Edwin Warner Park, Steeplechase Overlook, 50 Vaughn Road, Nashville
4 mile loop, paved with potholes, significant elevation changes, moderately challenging.
- Meet and park behind the Steeplechase Grandstand.
- Enter Edwin Warner Park at the Gaucho Road Entrance.
- Go straight over several speed humps on Gaucho Road.
- At the dead end, turn right at the sign “11.5 Mile Trail”.
- Go up the road and you will see parking behind the grandstand.
Brunch afterwards at a nearby restaurant.
Friday, December 26
No scheduled activity due to the holiday.
Friday, January 2
No scheduled activity due to the holiday
Vanderbilt Explorers
Explore Vanderbilt University through interactive experiences. Engage in tours and experiences covering anything from architecture history, landscapes, the Wondr'y, food, and more.
When You Join
When: Monthly
Time: Times vary
Location: Vanderbilt University Campus
Group Leader: Tracy Stadnick
Upcoming Explorer Events
Looking forward to fun and exciting activities in 2026!
Volunteer with OLLI
Join other OLLI members for a monthly experience of volunteering in the community. The group will visit different nonprofits each month.
When You Join
When: Monthly
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
Registration: Use links listed below to sign up
Group Leader: Jan Hulme Shepard
Upcoming Volunteer Events
December 2, 10 a.m.–noon
Community Resource Center, 15 people
Join OLLI Volunteers as we unpack, sort & pack boxes of essential hygiene products for children & adults. Wheelchair accessible, plus limited seating is available. Optional - OLLI post-event lunch at a nearby restaurant. Sign up to volunteer
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2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville, TN 37240
615-343-0700
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