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
More events coming soon!
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
Vanderbilt Community Chorus
May 3, 2 p.m.
Blair School of Music- Turner Hall
Free event - no tickets, no reserved seating
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)
April 25, 9:30 a.m. - CANCELED due to rain
May 2, 9:30 a.m.
Crockett Park. Meet at Indoor Arena. 1485 Volunteer Parkway
Easy. Flat, paved trails.
Lunch at a nearby restaurant following the activity.
May 9, 10:00 a.m. - Registration is full
Winstead Hill Park and Carter House Tour in Franklin, TN. An easy walk on sidewalks and paved walkways. Dan Pomeroy will offer commentary along the walk. Joanna Stephens (or staff member) will be our guide at the Carter House.
Registration is required and limited to 25 currently active OLLI members.
Schedule:
10am Meet at Winstead Hill, 4023 Columbia Pike (Hwy31) near Tractor Supply
10:30am Group will drive to Carter House for tour. $17 admission fee
11:45am Group will walk to Fort Granger and back to the Public Library (about 1.2 miles each way). Those who are interested will stop for lunch in downtown Franklin during the walk route.
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
Vanderbilt Campus Dining Food Tour
Monday, April 7, 10:30 a.m.–noon
Sign Up
Meet at the roundabout by the admissions office, 2305 West End Avenue.
College dining isn't what you or I experienced. It is an upscale experience. Brian Cochran, Director of Food Services, will take us on a tour of 4-5 dining halls across campus to see how Vanderbilt feeds their students with European coffee houses, Asian markets, and local flavors. Be prepared to walk! Parking is located at the Vanderbilt Bookstore garage (2550 Kensington Place) or nearby street parking. Both options require payment for parking.
Vandy Boys Baseball vs Lipscomb
Tuesday, April 15, 6 p.m.
$10 per ticket - Olli at Vanderbilt
Let us know you are coming.
Join us as we root for the Vandy Boys. Purchase discounted tickets and then let us know you will be attending. Meet outside the outfield entrance. View game day information for important details including parking.
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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