All of the senior centers listed below have a full slate of weekly activities that are detailed on their websites. Following is a sampling of what they offer.
AMHERST SENIOR
CENTER
Bangs Community Center
70 Boltwood Walk
259-3060
SONGBIRDS – Naturalist John Root will explain how to attract songbirds to your property, and share photographs and recordings, Friday, 1 p.m
JOY OF SONG— Sara Snyder May 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. An informal community singing hour. Join in on familiar old songs. Lyrics will be provided. All abilities welcome.
WHITE ELEPHANT SALE — The Friends of the Amherst Senior Center will hold a White Elephant Sale on the Amherst Town Common May 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 256-3517 to donate. Small household items in very good condition will be accepted. No clothing, jewelry or furniture.
BRIDGE — Noon to 4 p.m., Wednesdays
NAME THAT TUNE —Sing-along with Steve is held the first and third Mondays of the month from 11 to 11:45 a.m. in the large activity room. Monday’s presentation will feature the music of The Beatles.
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS — Tuesdays, 9 to 10 a.m. in the Garrabrants room. Free. Appointments not needed.
TRAVEL — Details available at the senior travel desk. Call 259-3060, Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Younger people and non-residents are welcome.
May 6, Currier Museum and Zimmerman House, Manchester, New Hampshire
May 26, KITTERY, MAINE — LUNCH AT rOBERT’S GRILL, SHOPPING AT KITTERY OUTLETS. Trip departs at 8 a.m., returns at 7:30. $60 includes motorcoach and gratuity.
Overnight Trips
BELCHERTOWN
SENIOR CENTER
60 State St.
323-0420
Movie of the Month – Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. “45 Year.”
BOOK CLUB – Join us on Tuesday at 1 p.m. if you love to read and discuss a good book. A variety of authors and topics will be explored. Call to sign up.
MAHJONG – Join in the fun and learn the game of Mah-Jong, which is similar to rummy, Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Travel Club
Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 323-0420 Ext 513
July 14, Lobster Bash, $89
Aug. 23 Gloucester Whale Watch, $95 per person
Sept. 23, Buddy Jewell, $77
Dec. 8, Jimmy Sturr Christmas Show, $81
EASTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING/
ENRICHMENT CENTER
19 Union St.
527-6151
VETERANS LUNCH — May 6, 10:30 a.m. All area Korean War and World War II veterans are invited to enjoy a free luncheon, open mocktail bar and a presentation by Joe Byron, president of Honor Flight New England. Honor Flight New England offers a free one-day trip to Washington D.C to the memorials. If your application is chosen by Honor Flight, the Easthampton Council on Aging will take care of the ride to and from the airport. Please call by Friday to make your reservation.
TRANQUILITY ROOM —Fridays by appointment. Includes bio-mat heat therapy, mindful books on our E-reader, head phones and music. Come relax and soak in the quiet. Call to pre-register.
EMERGENCY FUND —Emergency assistance is available to Easthampton residents 60 years of age and older experiencing financial difficulties. Contact outreach workers Holly or Brendan at 527-6151.
GROCERY SHOPPING —Grocery shopping delivery program for those not able to shop for themselves. Call Linda Talbot at 527-6151 for details.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP —Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Call Linda Talbot
VAN TRIPS
Mt. Tom’s Homemade Ice Cream, Monday, 12:30 p.m. $3.
Friends of the E.C.O.A. Travel Club
June 19 to 24:Montreal, Quebec City, and Canada’s Capital City – Ottawa. $624 per person, double occupancy. Motorcoach transportation, 6 days/5 nights lodging, 10 meals (5 breakfast and 5 dinners), local guide, guided tours.
July 26: The Newport Playhouse and cabaret lobster fest. The play is “Unnecessary Farce.” $95 – payment due June 26.
HADLEY SENIOR
COMMUNITY CENTER
46 Middle St.
586-4023
SENIOR CENTER Open House — May 3, 1 to 4 p.m Look around, learn what programs are offered and visit with the Friends of Hadley COA.
CAREGIVERS SERIES — “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a free six-week series offered Tuesdays through May 10, from 10 a.m. to noon at Highland Valley Elder Services, Florence. Class size is limited. To register call Geralyn Rodgers 588-5733.
FIRST FRIDAYS WITH FRIENDS— A social hour with coffee and cookies the first Friday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m.
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH — Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE — Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to noon on the main floor. 586-2513. Needles accepted in approved containers. Medical devices available for loan.
FOOD PANTRY — Sunday, noon to 1 p.m. at the Most Holy Redeemer Church. Fill a bag, no paperwork or ID required. A bag can be delivered to the homebound each week by calling Christine at 549-0259. Volunteers needed.
SHOPPING TRIP — Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, for seniors who no longer drive. Available to go to Hadley grocery stores and the mall. $4 round trip. Call by Tuesday to reserve your seat.
Osteo Exercise — Tuesday and Thursday, 9:15 a.m.
CONGREGATE MEALS —Served Monday through Friday at 11:45 a.m. Suggested donation, $2. Call 586-1910 two days in advance to reserve.
VETERANS ASSISTED — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Contact Veteran’s Agent Tom Geryk at 587-1299.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED — Drivers needed to deliver Meals on Wheels to Hadley seniors, and to work at the center as a congregate meal volunteer. Please call Suzanne at the center.
TRAVEL
LEE OUTLETS – Monday, 9:15 a.m. $15 transportation, lunch on your own.
“WOLF TO WOOF” –Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Exhibit showcasing the evolution of the domestic canine, at the Springfield Science Museum. $20 admission and transportation, lunch on your own.
”BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO” – May 14, 1 p.m. matinee at the Majestic Theatre in West Springfield. $35 ticket and transportation. Limited to nine people. Reservations no later than April 25.
LUNCH TRIP – May 18, 10:30 a.m., lunch at Old Mill Restaurant, Westminster. $10 transportation, lunch on your own.
HANCOCK SHAKER VILLAGE – May 23, 9 a.m. Historic village, museum, gallery and farm. $30 transportation and admission.
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
Mother’s Day Celebration — May 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. Facials and refreshments. Sponsored by Linda Manor Extended Care. Pre-registration is required.
Shred Day — May 7, 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Shred your documents for $5 per bag or box, or buy a shred bag for $10. ahead of time at the center.
HEALTH FAIR — The 14th Annual Health and Safety Fair will take place May 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the senior center.
The fair is one of the center’s largest events and has over 60 exhibitors sharing a wealth of information on health and safety for seniors. Free. For more information call 587-1228.
MONDAY MOVIE — Monday at 1:30. “Brooklyn” Free for seniors age 55 and older.
TEA TIME — Tuesdays at 2:45 p.m. Relax, share in good conversation and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee. Free to seniors with a scan card.
TRIPS — Coordinator Francine Frenier is available Monday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. Call for more information.
OGUINQUIT, Maine — June 6 to 7. Plenty of shopping at the Kittery shops, a trip to the Marginal Way and Perkins Cove, lunch at Famous Mike’s and more. $252 per person based on double occupancy. Deposit of $50 due by Monday.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
LUNCH —Monday, baked ham with pineapple; Tuesday, teriyaki chicken; Wednesday, stuffed cabbage with sauce; Thursday, mild beef chili; Friday, macaroni and cheese
MOVIE — Monday, 1:30, “Brooklyn,” free for seniors age 55 and older
TRIAD MEETING — Tuesday at the police station
VETERANS GROUP —Thursday, 10 a.m.
TRIPS
Amish Pennsylvania Dutch Country —May 17-20. $579 double/triple, $729 single. Includes three nights hotel, three breakfasts, three dinners, sightseeing and admission.Contact Susan Canedy at 536-2106 or Judy Fortier at 534-359.
Keepsake Quilting and Hart’s Turkey Farm luncheon, June 3, $79. For information call David Bellefeuille, 533-7724
SOUTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
210 College Highway
529-2105
HEALTHY BONES and BALANCE — Tuesdays at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m.
BINGO —Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
COMPUTER CLASS —Thursdays, 10 a.m. Please sign up in advance.
WESTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
12 South Road
527-0142
MOVIE TIME —Second Thursday of each month at the Westhampton Library at 1:15 p.m. Call the library for the title.
KNITTING GROUP — Monday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the library. Everyone welcome.
BREAKFAST — Friday, 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Westhampton Woods, Unit F. There are always special treats.
BOARD & CARD GAMES — Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. at Westhampton Woods.
COFFEE & SOCIAL TIME — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at the library.
HOUSEHOLD HELP —If you are age 60 or over and need help with cleaning, laundry etc., The Hilltown Elder Network matches low-income elders with service providers at no cost to the elder.