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
BENEFITS COUNSELING —
Volunteers are available to provide help with applications for fuel assistance, SNAP (Food Stamps) and utility discounts and repayment programs. Scheduled appointments are on Wednesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call 586-2000 to schedule.
JOY OF SONG— With Sara Snyder, Monday, from 1 to 2 p.m. An informal community singing hour. Join in on familiar old songs. Lyrics provided — all abilities welcome.
MUSICAL SHOWCASE – May 20, 2 p.m. Amherst pianist Stephen Page, an instructor at Amherst College, the Northampton Community Music Center and Greenfield Community College, will perform. His selections always get fingers snapping and toes tapping. Free admission and refreshments.
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
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 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.
BELCHERTOWN
SENIOR CENTER
60 State St.
323-0420
SPA DAY – Cosmetology students at Pathfinder Regional will offer our moms a special treat Wednesday.
Call Susan to sign up for a manicure, pedicure or a hair style (no cuts). Appointments start at 9 a.m. and will take place in the exercise room. Free but tipping is encouraged.
ICE CREAM SUNDAE DAY — Rescheduled to May 16. Sign up for lunch and enjoy a free sundae.
Slip and Falls PreventionProgram — May 24, 5:30 p.m. Information on prevention of both slip and falls and fire in your home. This program lasts about 45 minutes. You will have the opportunity to sign up for a home assessment. A light dinner will be served; registration required. Raffles and prizes. Call Sue at 323-0420 ext 501
Travel Club
Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 323-0420 Ext 513
July 14, Lobster Bash, $89
EASTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING/
ENRICHMENT CENTER
19 Union St.
527-6151
MONTHLY MOVIES –“In the Heart of the Sea” May 19 at 12:30 p.m. Suggested $1 donation. Popcorn and beverage provided.
MUSICAL EVENT – “City Lights and Country Nights,” May 23, 2 p.m.
Musical journey through Paris, Rio, Chicago and ending in Nashville, Tennessee with Roxanne Bailey, Bob Laviolette and Steve Bailey. Song, dance and fun. You must reserve by calling 527-6151. Suggested $5 donation. Refreshments will be served.
VAN TRIPS
WalMart and Big Lots, Northampton, Monday at 12:30 p.m. $4.
Scotti’s Drive In and Look Park Northampton, Wednesday at 10 a.m. $4.
Target or WalMart in Hadley, May 23 at 12:30 p.m. $5.
Stanley Park, Westfield, May 25 at 10:30 a.m. We will have a brown bag lunch and a stroll through the park. $5 transportation, $5 lunch. Wear red, white and blue to remember those who served.
HADLEY SENIOR
COMMUNITY CENTER
46 Middle St.
586-4023
Chiropractic Care — How is it done, and are you a candidate? Dr. Daniel Shaver, May 17 at 10:45 a.m.
ELDER LAW — The Massachusetts Bar Association sponsors an elder law education seminar May 24 at 1 p.m. with Attorney Lisa Halbert of Bacon Wilson.
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.
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.
TRAVEL
HANCOCK SHAKER VILLAGE – May 23, 9 a.m. Historic village, museum, gallery and farm. $30 transportation and admission.
OLIVE GARDEN – May 27. Lunch trip departs at 11:15 a.m. $7 transportation.
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
Shred Day — 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, 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.
MAY ARTIST — Elaine Darr-Morton displays her photography “simply straightforward pictorial documentation.” . A reception including light refreshments will be held Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
HEALTH FAIR — The 14th Annual Health and Safety Fair will take place Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the senior center.
One of the center’s largest events has over 60 exhibitors sharing information on health and safety for seniors. Free. For more information call 587-1228.
Movie Madness — May 16 at 1:30 p.m., “Brooklyn.” Free with scan card.
CONCERT – Laurie Festa entertains with “Legendary Ladies of Song” Friday at 1 p.m. Laurie will sing songs made popular by a variety of female vocalist, in genres including country, pop, jazz, Broadway and classical.
Sponsored by Highview of Northampton, the show is free for all seniors with a scan card. For more information call 587-1228.
TRIPS — Coordinator Francine Frenier is available Monday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. Call for more information.
HUDSON RIVER – June 25, a day trip to the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Home and a Hudson River Cruise. The cost is $99 per person. Payment is due by May 23. All communities are welcome to come.
CONNECTICUT LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE – July 31, Snacks and beverages available on board. Two hours cruise, late lunch-early dinner at The Steak Loft in Olde Mistick Village. $l04. For Reservatlons visit the center or call 587-1228. Payments due by June 23.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
LUNCH —Monday, chicken Marsala; Tuesday, kielbasa; Wednesday, roasted turkey with gravy; Thursday, teriyaki chicken; Friday, breaded pollock fillets
Alzheimer’s Support — Thursday, 10 a.m.
FASHION BOUTIQUE — Monday, 1 p.m.
LEGAL PROGRAM — Wednesday, 10 a.m. Call to register.
FOOT NURSE – Monday, by appointment
ELDER LAW PROGRAM – Attorney James Baker will make a presentation Wednesday at 10 a.m. Please call to register.
TRIPS
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
DEMENTIA TALK – Monday, 1 p.m. Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease information. Free presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Luncheon – Friday, noon. $10, sign up by May 11
Lee Outlets — May 16, 10:30 a.m. 7, sign up by May 12
Shingles vaccine information – May 17, 10:15 a.m. Free
Tag sale – Friends of the Southampton Council on Aging’s annual tag sale will be held May 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and May 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
COMPUTER CLASS —Thursdays, 10 a.m. Please sign up in advance.
WESTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
12 South Road
527-0142
Foot care nurse —Diane Roder will be available Thursday. Please call 374-0457 to schedule services. Cost is $30.
Movies — Are shown the second Thursday of each month at the Westhampton Library, 1:15 p.m. Thursday, “Enchanted.”
Memorial Day program — May 30. Meet at the town common at 10:45 a.m. for walk to cemetery. Picnic lunch will follow.