Contents:

Program Spotlight .......... 2 Arts & Entertainment ................ 3Dining ............................. 4Health & Wellness .......4/5 Calendar & Menu ........6/7Donations ...................... 8Government ................... 9Resources ....................... 9Trips ................................ 9 Fitness. ..........................10Transportation ..............10Center Happenings ................12

DECEMBER 2017

Stoneham Sentinel136 Elm Street, Stoneham, MA 02180 · www.StonehamSeniorCenter.org

(781) 438-1157 · (781) 438-1161Fax (781) 279-4904

A PUBLICATION OF THE STONEHAM SENIOR CENTER

The mission of the Stoneham Council on Aging is to provide outstanding services with kindness, respect and dignity and to offer outreach services for social, nutritional, medical issues and other unmet needs of Stoneham Seniors.

MELD, Inc. is a local community foundation focused on educational and cultural programs in Stoneham. Programs supported by MELD are indicated with the organization's logo.

The Senior Center Friends of Stoneham is a nonprofit corporation formed in 2010 for the purpose of funding education, social services and programs offered at the Senior Center. Programs supported by the Friends are indicated with the handshake logo.

WHAT IS THE MEMORY CAFÉ?Wondering what the memory café is? Page 2.

VETERAN'S COFFEEVeterans, please join us on the last Thursday of each month for coffee and camaraderie. Page 4.

HOME INSTEAD PRESENTS: TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHYCome get some tips on staying healthy through winter. Page 4.

TRAVELING TOOTH FAIRYThe Traveling Tooth Fairy is back! Page 4.

CANDLEPIN BOWLINGJoin us on Mondays for some bowling fun. Page 3.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

RESTORED DOLLHOUSE RAFFLELastchance on winning a beautifully restored dollhouse! The drawing is December 8th! Page 3.

ARTMATTERS: WOMEN IIContinue learning about path that helped women artists of the 20th century make art. See page 4.

SENIOR TO SENIOR INTERVIEWEES NEEDED! Recall memories from growing up and pass on important life lessons to high school seniors. Page 3.

STONEHAM CHORALE HOLIDAY CONCERTGet in the holiday spirit with a performance from our Stoneham Chorale lead by Tudor Bota. Page 3.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTYJoin us for the annual holiday party at the Center! Page 3.

GIRL SCOUTS PERFORMANCE & CRAFTGet in the holiday spirit with carols & making holiday themed crafts. Page 3.

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StonehamSeniorCenter

Dear Senior Center friends,

Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday season. We’ve had a very busy and productive year here at the center. With your support and input you helped make this an even better place to enjoy. In the upcoming year you will see some exciting additions including a new van to increase transportation services for seniors in our community. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year and hope that the peace and joy of the holiday season stays with you and your families in 2018 and beyond.

Best Wishes,

Maureen and Staff

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Program Spotlight

What is the Memory Café?It is a social gathering for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Care partners can include spouses, children, friends, and professional caregivers working with people living with dementia.

What are the benefits?The goal is to help guests form new friendships and reduce social isolation that can occur with people living with dementia and their care partners. These cafes provide an opportunity to have fun together in a different environment outside the home, while involving creative arts and creative activities that can be applicable at home.

Interested in sponsoring a café? Help support caregivers and their loved ones living with Dementia. For more information, contact Maureen at the Senior Center at 781-438-1157.

Memory Cafe

Amazon shoppers, you can now choose the Senior Center Friends of Stoneham as the recipient of your support when you shop using Amazon Smile. All of Amazon’s products are available when you shop smile.amazon.com at the same price. The difference is that a percentage of each item you purchase will support the Center! For instructions on how to set this up visit stonehamseniorcenter.org/support-us/amazon-smile/

There will be no chair yoga on December 28th or January 4th.

On December 22nd, the Center will only be open until noon. There will be no lunch served.

Reminder that the side door with the awning is for Meals on Wheels and emergency use only! All others please use front or back door to enter the center. We want to keep the center safe and secure.

Don't forget we offer food shopping twice a week! Check the schedule out on page 10.

Senior Center Annoucements

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CANDLEPIN BOWLINGMondays, 1:30PM, Woburn Bowladrome31 Montvale Ave, Woburn, MA 01801We are a non-league bowling group that welcomes all seniors who want to join in on the fun. Come whenever you want without the obligation of having to commit to a specific amount of time or put you out financially. It is all about getting together with old friends, making new friends, having fun and keeping it light. Whether you are skilled, a beginner or a middle of the road bowler, ALL are welcome. Price per string is $3.50, shoe rental included. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Nancy at (781) 844-5479 or Email: Nanabelle2007@verizon.net

STONEHAM CHORALE HOLIDAY CONCERTSunday, December 10th, 2PM, FREECome to the Center to enjoy holiday music performed by our very own Stoneham Chorale lead by Tudor Bota! No better way to get in the holiday spirit!

DOLLHOUSE RAFFLEThis beautifully restored dollhouse is being raffled by the Senior Center Friends of Stoneham. Local artist and volunteer Angie Adams decided to restore it to pristine condition and now it looks as good as new! Raffle tickets are $5 each or three for $10. They are available at the Center. Time is running out! The drawing is happening December 8th. Get your tickets soon!

SENIOR-TO-SENIOR PROGRAM We’re looking for some enthusiastic volunteers who would like to help assist High School students with their writing projects. Students are looking to interview seniors and ask questions about what it was like growing up. This is our 6th year of working with the High School students and we hope to continue this year! Please see examples of past “Senior to Senior” stories in the lobby. Interviews will be held December 4th at the center. If you are interested please call Maureen at 781-438-1157.

CARDS AND GAMES CORNERCribbage Group Mon & Fri 10AM

Bridge Group Tues 8:45AM

Men's Cards Tues & Th 12:45PM

Mah Jongg Tues 12:30PM

Wii Bowling Wed 9:45AM

Bingo Wed 1PM

Beyond Beginners Bridge

Wed 12:30PM

Canasta Hand & Foot

Fri 10AM

Board & Card Games

Fri 1PM

ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY Tues., December 12th, FreeCelebrate the holidays with us at our annual holiday party! Gary Leaneus will be providing us with entertainment and we will be visited by Jolly Old Saint Nick himself! At 1:30, the Stoneham Singers will perform. Desserts will be served. The party is limited to 75 people, so sign up at the Center soon! Due to limited space, non-Stoneham residents must be put on the wait list.

ARTMATTERS: WOMEN: IITuesday, December 4th, 1pmWomen artists, capable of the art of creation as well as the creation of art, have historically proved threatening to the dominant male establishment. In more modern times, our ability to create art was less openly inhibited, but new, modern obstacles arose. Join us for a new look and a discussion about the women and their struggle to make art in the 20th century. Sponsored by MELD.

LAST OF THE FALL CONCERTSHead to the First Congregational Church by the Common in Stoneham for the last show. Sponsored by MELD.

Saturday, December 16th, 7PMTudor Bota & Friends play Christmas music

GIRL SCOUT PERFORMANCEWednesday, December 6h, 12:45PMThird grade Girl Scouts will be stopping by the Center to bring some holiday cheer through Christmas carols and doing a craft. Join in the festivities!

CRAFTINGCraft Group - Join the gang on Mondays, 10AM. Chair Caning - Every Tuesday from 9-11:30AM. Instruction provided by Richard Bardet. Knitting & Crocheting - Join Rona and friends on Wednesdays from 10AM-Noon. Painting - Painting with Howard. Thursdays at 9:30AM. Bring your own project and supplies.

MOVIE AND PIZZA Every Thursday at 12:30pm; $1 donation appreciated. Enjoy a movie and pizza at the Senior Center. Thanks to Andrea’s House of Pizza at 498 Main Street (781) 438-4274 for their weekly donation of “EXTRA ORDINARY” pizza!

12/7, The 12 Dogs of Christmas (Family Drama) John Billingsley, Bonita Friedericy. Heartwarming holiday tale in the Great Depression

12/14, The Bishop’s Wife (Romantic) Cary Grant, Loretta Young. 1948 classics with Grant as Dudley, an angel…hmmm

12/21, The Christmas Ornament (Family Drama) Cameron Mathison, Kellie Martin. Dreams coming true

12/28, Going in Style (Comedy) Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Alan Arkins. Seniors cheated out of their pensions take revenge

1/4, Mr. Church (Drama) Eddie Murphy, Britt Robertsons. Loyalty and devotion win the day. Bring tissues.

Arts & Entertainment

www.StonehamSeniorCenter.org

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DAILY LUNCH AT CHEZ HENRIHenry Fountain, Meal Site Manager. Join us Monday through Friday at noon for a nutritious hot lunch provided by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Call to reserve your meal by noon the previous business day at (781) 438-1157. Look for the daily menu within the calendar on page 6. A $2 donation is recommended.

Is Your Birthday in December? If so, join us for your FREE birthday lunch and cake at noon on 12/29. Don’t forget to call and reserve your meal by noon on the 28th!

Coffee & Conversation Each Monday at 9:30AM Join us for lively conversation and goodies. All are welcome!

Men’s Breakfast Join us for hot delicious breakfast and great conversation. Wed 12/6 & 12/20, 8AM.

MEMORY CAFEMonday, December 4th, 5:30-7:30PMJoin the Stoneham Council on Aging at Fusillis Cucina (107 Main Street) in Reading for a Memory Café. This is a free, open, and welcoming event for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia. Enjoy pizza, salad, and soda while connecting with others in the community. RSVP by calling the Stoneham Senior Center at 781-438-1157. Sponsored by the Life Care Center of Stoneham.

HOME INSTEAD PRESENTS: TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHYTuesday, December 5th, 10amPresented by Marion Garfinkel, RN, of Home Instead Senior Care, learn more about different ways you can help yourself stay healthy. There will be refreshments and giveaways!

MEN’S & WOMEN’S HAIRCUTS WITH SIS The Barber Shop is open on Monday mornings, 9AM-12:30PM. Haircuts are $8 at the Senior Center. Walk-ins welcome.

FUEL ASSISTANCEIf you need help paying for heating fuel this winter contact Bryna Davis at Community Service Network, located on the second floor of the Senior Center, by appointments only, at 781-438-9254

FREE HEARING CLINIC WITH APEX HEARING CARE Wednesday, December 20th, 12PM.Sign up for a Free Hearing Screening or a Check of Existing Hearing Aids. Call (781) 438-1157 for an appointment. Call (781) 872-1222 if you have questions.

WINDSOR PLACE TOURMonday, December 11th, 11:15amWe will be visiting Windsor Place in Wilmington, MA for a tour of their assisted living facilities. Following the tour, there will be a lunch free of charge. Space is limited to thirteen people, so please call the Center to reserve your spot.

SHARPS CONTAINER If you need to dispose of needles or other medical sharp instruments, there is a designated medical sharps container located outside of the ladies’ room on the first floor at the Senior Center.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP The next meeting of the peer-led Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be on Tuesday, 12/5 at 1PM. Meets on the first Tuesday of each month.

Health &WellnessDining

VETERANS COFFEEThursday, December 28th, 10AMJoin us again for a special coffee time for veterans to come together and socialize. This event will happen on the last Thursday of each month. Thank you, Tom Moran, the Veteran's Liaison, from Compassionate Care for sponsoring this event each month!

BRAIN GAMES Monday, December 4th & 18th, 12:45PMHave a good time while working your memory, problem solving, and language skills with fun brain games, every other Monday right after lunch. Please join us - no sign ups necessary!

Mon 12/4 10-11AM Stoneham Board of Health

Mon 12/11 9:30-10:30AM Hallmark Health

Th 12/21 11:30AM-1PM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

12/28 10-11AM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

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THE TRAVELING TOOTH FAIRYFriday, December 8th; 9AM-12PM Many people do not have access to dental care for a variety of reasons. It may be that they don’t have dental insurance, there is a lack of transportation, financial reasons or simply that there is not a dentist nearby. The Traveling Tooth Fairy, Marcy E. Foreman, RDH, BS, provides “On-Site Oral Healthcare” using portable dental equipment, as allowed by the Board of Registration in Dentistry. Marcy will be visiting the Stoneham Senior Center to offer Dental and Oral Cancer Screenings, Dental Cleanings (including partials and dentures) and Fluoride Treatments. Marcy can also make referrals for additional dental care and assist you in finding a dental office. Dental Cleanings are $65 and can be reduced based on income and household size. MassHealth and other state dental insurances cover these services. Please call the Senior Center to schedule an appointment.

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is a nonprofit agency which partners with elders,

adults living with disabilities, and caregivers residing in Stoneham and surrounding towns. They help you find what you need to live the way you want. MVES works one-on-one with adults 60+ and adults of all ages living with disabilities to connect you to services that support your health, well-being, and independence. They provide care management, coordinate services and refer you to appropriate healthcare and home care providers. Many of the services are free or low-cost, depending on your income. For more information, give them a call at (781) 324-7705 or visit www.mves.org.

ASK THE NURSE I used to love the holidays, now as they are approaching I am feeling overwhelmed with all I need to do. The rushing of the holidays has left me feeling stressed. What am I to do?

First dear reader, take a deep breath. Todays’ marketing and businesses have left us all feeling stressed. “Stop the world, I want to get off” runs through my head as the holidays approach. What use to be a joyous time is now filled with commercialism and consumerism. Let’s all take a step back.

Stress is a common factor in life. Adults and children experience stress. Seniors also feel stress, even though some may have retired, raised their children and paid off their homes. Certain amounts of stress are a part of life for people of all ages. For Seniors, stress has the potential to be especially overwhelming. This type of tension in older adults has unique contributing factors, such as the loss of a spouse or friends. Living alone can increase the sense of isolation. Sometimes the simple tasks of everyday life can cause stress in those who experience physical or medical limitations. The effects of stress can sometimes exacerbate health conditions from which some seniors suffer, causing additional worry.

Physical signs of stress can include body aches and pains or increased episodes of illness. Changes in sleeping pattern, either trouble falling asleep or interrupted nighttime sleep can signal significant stress. Seniors must be encouraged to take care of their own psychological and physical health whenever possible. Simply by eating a balanced diet, partaking in gentle yet regular exercise and by engaging in activities you enjoy will help with stress.

Seniors should be encouraged to find and maintain social contact as this will often make a considerable difference in your life. The key to combating stress is to recognize it early and to treat it appropriately not only during holiday time but everyday events.

Now dear deader put on some soothing music and have a nice cup of Chamomile tea.

Peg Drummey, Stoneham Board of Health Nurse, answers your questions on health. To submit a question, check at the front desk or email StonehamSeniorCenter@gmail.com.

MVES's Referral & Information Service has monthly office hours at the Center. In December, staff will be here from 10am to 12pm on Thursday, 12/21.

MVES hosted "A Matter of Balance" focused on reducing falls and injuries from falls.

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DONATIONS TO THE CENTER

Maryann Maffeo in honor of Marcia Wengen for outstanding SHINE services, she says “Thank you”

Thank you for generous donation from Monday craft group.

Nan Blowney- thank you donation for transportationRose Donovan- in honor of Marcia Wengen for her SHINE services.

DONATION FORMYes! I want to help support the Senior Center. My donation in the amount of $___________ is enclosed. Checks payable to: Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street, Stoneham MA 02180.

Name: __________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________City ________________ State: _________Zip _______________ Phone: ____________Email _______________________________

____ Check here if you do not wish your $10 or above donation to be listed in the Sentinel.

Donation made (select one) ___ for the Stoneham Senior Center ___ In memory / honor of _____________________________________________________________________________________

If you would like for us to send an acknowledgment of your honorary or memorial gift, please fill out the recipient’s name and address below. __________________________________________________________________________________________________.

Thank You to Our Generous Donors

GE MATCHING DONATIONSIf you are a current or retired GE employee, the company matches donations! Please make a notation on your check "Eligible for GE Foundation Match". Then call 1-800-305-0669, the GE Matching Gift Center, and give them your social security number along with our zipcode (02180), the amount and date of your

gift and they will match your donation! Please take a moment to help our program grow.

Time is running out to get tickets! The drawing for the dollhouse is December 8th!

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DAYTRIPS WITH NANCY Event Coordinator, Nancy McInerney, coordinates these daily trips to various locations throughout New England. Checks or cash, no bills over $50 please.

GREATER BOSTON STAGE COMPANY - She Loves MeFormally the Stoneham Theatre – Thurs., Dec. 7th; Showtime: 2:00 PM; Price: $37; Make checks payable to GBSC. Deadline: November 30thShe Loves Me Love letters, mistaken identity, and a dash of Christmas in this sweeping romantic musical. Direct from a hugely successful Broadway revival, this delightful, romantic Tony-Award winning Broadway musical tells the story of Amalia and Georg, co-workers in a department store, who fall in love with each other without knowing it through anonymous lonely heart letters.

KENNEBUNKPORT CHRISTMAS PRELUDE Sunday, December 10, 2017; Depart: 10:30 AM/Return Approx.: 8:00 PM; Price: $72. Deadline: December 1st.Get in the Christmas Spirit as we travel to Kennebunkport, Maine for the Christmas Prelude! This celebration first began in 1982. The whole town transforms into a Winter Wonderland. Start your Christmas shopping at the Christmas and craft fairs located throughout the town. This picturesque town will leave you in the holiday spirit! There are so many activities & events scheduled throughout the day. Before we go to the spectacular Christmas Prelude we will stop for an included lunch at one our favorite restaurants, Warren’s in Kittery.

GREATER BOSTON STAGE COMPANY – ‘Twas the Night Before ChristmasSat., Dec 23rd; Price: $20; Showtime: 2:00 PMThe wild holiday adventure of a mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl who just won’t take no for an answer, on their quest to find out why Santa missed their house last year. A joyful tribute to the holiday season!

MYSTERY TOUR Fri., Dec. 29th; Depart: 10 AM/Return: 4:30 PM; Price: $59You can ask where we’re going but nobody knows except for me and I’m not telling! You’ll have to come and find out. I’ll tell you this . . . wear your comfortable shoes, there is some walking to be done! We are going to see things, eat things and basically have a GREAT time!

GREATER BOSTON STAGE COMPANY – Doo-Wop To Disco Sat., Jan. 6th; Showtime: 2:00 PM; Price: $50; Reserve by Thur., Jan. 4th. Doo-Wop To Disco is an original theatre production that follows in the footsteps of The Last Days Of Doo-Wop. There are original songs, and songs from the 60s and 70s.The show features a talented cast of local actors portraying singing groups The Jewels and The Doorays. Along with these great vocalists, there is a four piece band, Breakaway, who was the premiere disco/dance band in the Boston area during the 70s Disco era. The story timeline is 1965 to 1979 but the songs are timeless in their appeal. This show is a must see for anyone who's been there or anyone who wished they were.

SALEM’S PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM’S SPECIAL GEORGIA O’KEEFE EXHIBITFriday, January 26th, Depart: 10:30 AM/Approx. Return: 4:30 PM; Price: $79Let’s visit a summer destination this winter! We will have a delicious lunch on the water front at the Gloucester House Restaurant featuring either entrée choice of Fresh Baked Scrod or Baked Chicken. After our fulfilling meal we will head to the famous seaport in Salem to tour the Peabody Essex Maritime Museum featuring the works of Georgia O’Keefe. Reserve your spot at the front desk in the Center.

STATE SENATOR JASON LEWISHolds office hours at the Center on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1:30PM.

STONEHAM COUNCIL ON AGINGBoard of Directors meet on the third Tuesday, 12/19, at 3PM at the Center. Meetings are open to the public.

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR The Town Administrator, Tom Younger, will be at the center on the 1st Thursday of the month. Thursday, 12/7 at noon.

TOWN SELECTWOMAN CAROLINE COLARUSSO Holds office hours at the Center on the last Friday of the month from 9-10:30AM

TripsGovernment

ResourcesATTORNEY FOR SENIORSFree legal assistance is available for seniors once per month. Attorney Karol Bisbee will visit the Senior Center on Tues 12/5 at 2PM. Call (781) 438-1157 for an appointment.

VETERANS SERVICESStoneham Veterans Agent James Devlin is available at the Senior Center Monday through Friday from 8AM-4PM. Veterans who need assistance with their benefits, i.e. Aid and Attendance pension, should call Jim at (781) 279-2664 to schedule an appointment. NO DROP-INS.

SHINE COUNSELING Confidential counseling available at the Center on Mondays from 1-4PM and Wednesdays 11AM-2PM. Get help with such topics as Medicare, Medicaid, and prescription drug coverage. Call (781) 438-1157.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRAND-CHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP With the North Suburban Child and Family Resource Network - offered through June. Call (781) 246-5187 for information.

For More Information, check at the front desk or call (781) 438-1157. Please park at the rear of the parking lot behind the Barn for day trips. We regret that we cannot provide special assistance with walking, dining and personal needs on trips.

Trip Cancellation Policy: Cancellation on or before registration deadline: Full refund. Cancellation after registration deadline: No refund

Senior Center staff reserve the right to modify itinerary as conditions require during trips.

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Liberty Tree Mall: Friday, December 8 at 1pm

ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICESMedical AppointmentsTransportation is available to medical appointments upon availability of a volunteer driver. 14 day advance notice is required. Call (781) 438-1157 to schedule.

Medication Disposal - Mondays from 10AM-NoonThe senior van will bring you to and from the police station to dispose of your unused and expired medications and prescriptions. Call (781) 438-1157 to sign up.

MBTA “The Ride” - Call (617) 337-2727.

Charlie CardFor those who need to renew or obtain a “Charlie Card", call the MBTA T-pass program at (617) 222-2070.

MVES Trip Metro North Program If you’re 60+ or an adult living with a disability, don’t drive, and public transportation isn’t an option, you can still get to appointments, visit friends, dine out, and have a life with TRIP. This free program gives you money to reimburse friends, neighbors, and in some cases, certain relatives, for taking you anywhere you want to go. Call (781) 388-4819 to learn more.

WEEKLY CLASSES Get moving, get fit, & get healthy with the variety of exercise programs we have at the Center. All classes are $2 per class , with the exception of Advanced Tai Chi, payable to the Senior Center upon arrival to classes. Each class has a max size of 25 participants on a first come, first serve basis. Participants must be 60 years old or older.

Monday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics; 8:30AM-9:30AM » Men’s Exercise; 11AM-12PM » Balance & Coordination with Nancy; 12-1PM

Tuesday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 8:30AM-9:30AM

Wednesday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 8:30AM-9:30AM » Walking Club, 8:30AM, Approximately 1 mile. Newcomers

get a shirt and pedometer. Breakfast to follow sponsored by Stoneham Credit Union. » Chair Yoga, 9:45AM » Latin Dance - Learning the Basics, 11AM » Advanced Tai Chi - 2:15PM, $5

Thursday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 8:30AM-9:30AM » Line Dancing, 10AM-11AM » Flexibilty & Strength with Nancy, 12PM-1PM » Chair Yoga, 1:15PM

Friday » Jacki Sorensen Aerobics, 8:30-9:30AM » Gentle Yoga with Leila, 9:45-10:45AM » Pickleball,9:30-11:30AM, Boys & Girls Club, 15 Dale Court » Billiards, after 2PM

SENIOR CENTER VANTo and From the Center If you need a ride to the Center, call (781) 438-1157. The comfortable 13-passenger van is available to transport you to and from the Senior Center on Mon, Wed, Thurs and Fri from 8:30AM until 3PM and Tues from 8:30-11AM. This is a curb-to-curb service. Drivers are not able to assist passengers with physical limitations. Transportation is available to seniors (60 and over) who live independently in the community.

Cheap Eats - Tuesdays 11:30AM-3PM$3 + cost of your lunch. Call (781) 438-1157.

Grocery Shopping - Pickup between 8:45-9:15AM (3 Bag Limit), $2Mon. - Leisure Ln, Mountain View Dr. & Finnegan Hall Fri. - Private homes

Main Street Quick Stops - Thursdays 9-11AM; $2Starts at CVS in Redstone and runs continuously to the Library and back. Call the day before for home pick-up before 9AM. This will be moving to Wednesdays effective January 1st.

Shopping Trip to Walmart - Fri 12/15, 1-3PM; $2

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

ADVANCED TAI CHI CLASS

Continue to practice Tai Chi and expand your knowl-edge of new forms. Some experience with Tai Chi is helpful for enjoyment of this class. Drop-in fee: $5/classWednesdays at 2:15PM.

LATIN DANCE - LEARNING THE BASICS

Whether you would like to learn the basic steps to latin dancing or you already know how to dance, but wish to perfect your technique, this class is great for you. Come practice some new and fun moves, and learn to loosen up those hips. Some of the rhythms include Salsa, Meren-gue, Cumbia, Bachata, Reggaeton, & Belly Dance. No dancing experience needed. All levels are welcome!

THANK YOU TO OUR FITNESS CLASS SPONSORS!

Fitness

Transportation

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WHAT'S GOING ON AT THE CENTER?Let's look back at some of the events that happened at the Senior Center

this past month.

One of the last days with trees full of leaves.

People really dressed up for our Halloween Dance!

Don't forget we collect food donations to bring to the food pantry!

Interns Emma & Gianna spend some time with the walking group.

Members enjoying one of our trips this year.

Hello from Dick & Jane!