Afterthoughts: 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
*no meeting in May
Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CST
Location: Online via Zoom
2025 Reads
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January
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie -
February
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith -
March
I Am Not Sidney Poitier by Percival Everett
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April
Amsterdam by Ian McEwan -
June
Shakespeare - The Man who Pays the Rent by Judy Dench -
July
The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich
Past Book Selections
Bollywood and Beyond
Join a group of your cinematic adventurous peers for a movie of the month. Focusing on Bollywood, Indian and foreign films, this group will meet in person for screenings and have discussions about the film over a meal or a cup of tea.
Bollywood refers to the film industry based in Mumbai, engaged in the production of motion pictures in Hindi language. The industry is a part of the larger Indian cinema, which also includes South Indian cinema and other smaller film industries.
If You Join
When: Dates vary, typically on weekends
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
Group Leader: Vinny Lalka
Upcoming Bollywood Events
Forever Abby Road
May 16, 8:00 p.m.
Franklin Theater, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064
Forever Abbey Road is a collective of successful Nashville musicians who work hard at creating a unique show that demonstrates what the Beatles might sound like if they were around today with current technology and modern rock energy. These musicians play some of the music exactly like the record but at times they expand on the music and create incredible new arrangements with dynamic virtuosic musicianship. The band members have worked with a huge list of legends, including Ringo Starr, Elton John, Garth Brooks, Peter Frampton, the Fab Four, Willie Nelson, Nickelback, Luke Bryan, Bailey Zimmerman, Jason Aldean, and more!
There are a few tickets available. Prices range from $40 to $55 plus processing fees.
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 Concerts
More events coming soon
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
More events coming soon
OLLI on the Move
We enjoy a walk outside exploring different locations in and around Nashville.
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)
May 16, 9:30 a.m.
Radnor Lake. Meet at the Walter Criley Visitor Center, 1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville, 37220.
Easy to moderate trail options. Natural surface and paved trails. Flat and elevation challenges.
Lunch at a nearby restaurant following the activity.
May 23, 9:30 a.m.
Timberland Park, Meet at Mile Marker, 437.2 on the Natchez Trace Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37064. This may be a Guided Hike. Natural hiking surface with rocks, roots and uneven surfaces. This is moderately challenging; not an easy trail.
Lunch at a nearby restaurant following the activity.
May 30, 9:30 a.m.
Cumberland River Bicentennial Trail, Meet at 9:30 at 177 Chapmansboro Road, Ashland City , TN 37015.
Easy, paved trail.
Lunch at a nearby restaurant following the activity.
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
The Wond'ry Tour
Thursday, May 15, 10:30 a.m.–noon
Sign Up
Learn more about Vanderbilt's Center for Innovation, The Wond'ry, and the many unique programs it offers Vanderbilt faculty, staff, students, and the Nashville community. Meet in the main lobby of The Wond'ry, 2414 Highland Avenue. View parking information.
Vanderbilt Archives Tour
Tuesday, June 10, 10:30 a.m.–noon
Sign Up
Learn about the collections in the Vanderbilt Archives. See James Lawson's original documents and Henry Kissinger's papers. From the most unusual to the oldest, learn about the many artifacts and records housed in the collection. Meet at Special Collections & Archives, 1101 19th Avenue. Street parking is available in the area.
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: TBD
Upcoming Volunteer Events
April 2, 1:30–4 p.m.
Second Harvest Food Bank, 30 people
May 1, 10 a.m.–noon
Nashville Food Project, 8 people
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