Newsletter from the Paxton Council on Aging

PAXTON SENIOR CONNECTION

17 West Street

Paxton, MA 01612

Tel. 508-756-2833

Fax: 508-756-3762

clove@townofpaxton.net

Volume 2018

Issue 5

May 2018

Inside�.p.2: Drivers License p.3: Self-Defense p.4: May Activities

MemorialDay �

PAXTON CELEBRATES Monday, May 28 8:30 am Boy Scouts Pancake Breakfast

At First Congregational Church 10 am-Ceremony the Common following Pa-

rade—American Legion visits cemeteries

MayDay �

May Day is a celebration usually

observed on the first. It’s an an-

cient northern hemisphere

spring festival and a traditional

spring holiday in many cultures.

In some areas of the U.S., May

baskets are filled with flowers

and treats.

MothersD

ay �

The modern recognition of Mother’s

Day was first celebrated in 1908 when

Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her

mother in Grafton , W.Va. In 1914,

President Woodrow Wilson signed a

proclamation designating Mother’s

Day as a national holiday to honor

mothers.

Remembrance

of

Veterans

“Cinco de Mayo”

Annual Celebration

May 5

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COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD

Officers Chairperson – Curtis Hammar Vice Chair – Alice Crowley Secretary – Joan Bedard Treasurer – Bob Callahan

Board Members

Barbara Braley, Gino Gangai, Jim Putnam, Natalie Siemen, Jean Wilde

Associates—Mark Ahearn, Paul Bergin, Howard Coleman, June Herron, Bob Lamotte

�COUNCIL ON AGING STAFF

Director/Outreach – Cindy Love

508-756-2833 clove@townofpaxton.net

Office Assistant—Dolores Rauschl

Van Drivers Pete Belsito, Jack Crowley, Frank LaFlash

Olde Schoolhouse Diner Dining Site Manager – Tina Bullock

Friends of the Council on Aging President – Dave Wheeler Vice President - Bill Cutroni Treasurer – Bob Wilby

Secretary – Melinda Johnson Associates - Dick Bedard, Judy Taylor

www.friendspaxtoncoa.org

Newsletter Editors - Curtis Hammar, Cindy Love

It shall be the mission of the Council on Aging to

evaluate, promote, and encourage new and existing services and activities which enhance the quality of life

for elders in the town of Paxton�

Don’t forget� Town Meeting is on Monday, May 7 beginning 7 pm at Paxton Center School. The annual Town election will be held on Monday, May 14 from 10 am to 8 pm at Paxton Center School.

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T he Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles now requires documentation on anyone getting

a new driver’s license, renewing a license, ID card, or learner’s permit. This is to align with federal law which introduced security standards for state driv-er’s licenses in 2005 known as “Real ID.” Here’s what you need to know:

• By October 2020, you will need the new license

to board a plane in the U.S. (a valid passport is acceptable).

• You don’t need the Real ID license until October

2020, so just wait and apply for it when your li-cense/ID is due for renewal.

Everyone will need to renew in person at the Registry and bring the following: A document showing U.S. citizenship or lawful presence:

• A valid U.S. passport or

• Certified copy of your birth certificate

A document proving your Mass. residency:

• A utility bill, credit card, or medical statement

dated within 60 days or

• Federal, state or municipal-issued documents

such as first-class mail. A document proving your Social Security number:

• Your Social Security card or

• Pay stub

You must pass a vision screening test and have your photo taken if not recent.

More information is on mass.gov/ID.

Meals on Wheels Driver Sought Elder Services is in need of a Meals on Wheels driver for Paxton on Mondays and Wednesdays. Anyone interested, contact Tina at the Senior

Center 508-756-2833.

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June Preview (Full details in next month’s Newsletter)

14 Father’s Day Luncheon

18 Summer Plantings-Bemis Farms 21 “Motion Man” magic, mime and comedy

May Day at the Cafe This month our COA Board will host a spe-cial May Day Café on Wednesday, May 2 from 9 am to Noon. Lots of tempting good-ies including pastries, breakfast items and lunch take-outs. The Greendale Mens Club Chorus will entertain & and, there’s a May Day surprise for all attending!

Mother’s Day Luncheon

In honor of Mother’s Day, a celebration lunch for all the moms in our life will be held on

Thursday, May 10 at Noon We’ll enjoy Chicken Cordon Bleu, Mashed sweet potatoes, Scandinavian vegetables

Join us as we mark this special annual event.

“A Mother’s Love is Endless”

Please reserve by calling 508-756-2833. Hosted by the Council on Aging.

What’s in Your Products? Most of us don’t know the answer to that ques-tion. On Thursday, May 24 at 10:30 Scherrie Keating, RN, founder of Diabetes Kare Con-sulting will present an informative program on how we can become informed consumers and ingredient detectives. There will be guidance on how to make the shift from using toxic, harmful products to using safer, non-toxic, in-expensive alternatives. Your family’s health could depend on it. Don’t miss this expert presentation. Please reserve: 508-756-2833 Special: All attending will make their own non-toxic bug spray just in time for the season!

PROTECT YOURSELF Senior Self-Defense Class

Do you have the necessary knowledge and skill set to protect yourself against personal threats? This class will offer tips and concepts on how to keep yourself safe. You’ll have a chance to prac-tice various skills that are effective and easy to learn if a dangerous situation occurs. Paxton Police officer Corey Buzzell, an expert in self-defense, will instruct this valuable session concerning your safety on Tuesday, May 15 at 11 am. You’ll leave with a game plan. Call the COA to reserve your seat: 508-756-2833

Wheelers and Dealers

Our newly formed Pitch group having lots of fun dealing the cards for their weekly game. This active group meets every Tuesday at 12:30. If interested, you can join at any time …

we’ll show you how to play!

Mens Club We’re on a field trip on Wednesday, May 23 to the historic Hanover Theatre in Worcester. Many still remember the former Poli Palace and now we’ll marvel at its restored beauty as we learn about its famed history. Meet at the COA at 9:45 am. Tour starts 10:30 am.

Light lunch follows at Sr. Ctr.

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Book Club

Our interesting discussion continues this month with The Wright Brothers, David McCullough’s best selling dra-matic story on the brothers who taught the world to fly. Join us on Monday, April 14 at 11 am (coffee 10:30).

Vets

Jot down the date for our next social: Wednesday, May 9 with Veterans Agent Jeff Kent.

“Pals” Program Underway Fifty-six seniors are busy exchanging pen pal letters with fourth graders at PCS. Students are having awesome fun learning about our seniors. The program will continue through June.

Bus Trips North Shore Music Theater:“Mame”

Join the adventure to a memora-ble production of “Mame” at the NSMT on Wednesday, June 13. It’s a madcap celebration of the Roaring 20s that will make you laugh while warming your

heart! More enjoyment is in store with lunch at the Danversport Yacht Club (choice of meals). The bus departs the Senior Center at 9:30 am. Make your reservation with Bob Wilby at 508-792-4662.

Note: There are still some seats available for the May 22 excursion to Mystic Seaport and the USS Nautilus. Call now.

Lions Town-Wide Yard Sale

Saturday, May 19 8 am—3 pm

On the Common and at homes throughout Town. Maps available on the Common. To

include your home location call Call Bob Wilby for details 508-792-4662

Also on the Common,- First Congregational Church Cookout, Bake Sale and Yard Sale

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Lunch at the Schoolhouse Diner

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Bread, milk and dessert included. Suggested donation: $2.50. TO RESERVE: Please call 2 days in advance (508)756-2833.

Newsletter published in part through a grant from the Mass. Executive Office of Elder Affairs

TUESDAY

THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 Shepherd’s Pie Peas & carrots

3 Meatloaf & Gravy Garlic mashed potato, Veg.

4 Macaroni & Cheese Stewed tomato, Green beans

8 Pork Ribique on Roll Mac ‘n Cheese, Corn

10 MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH Chicken Cordon Bleu Mashed potato, Scandinav. veg.

11 Catch of the Day Rice Pilaf, Tuscany vegetables

15 Stuffed Pepper Casserole Mashed potato, Peas & carrots

17 Beef with Pearl Onions Rice Pilaf, Green beans

18 Breaded Fish Potato wedges, Beets

22 Roast Turkey Cranberry stuffing, Mixed veg.

24 Chicken Pesto Delmonico potato, Corn

25 HOLIDAY PICNIC Hot Dog on Bun Baked Beans, Cole slaw

29 Beef with Onions & Peppers Mashed potato, Glazed carrots

31 Egg Frittata O’Brien potatoes, Stewed tom.