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
HEALTHY EATING –Informational session with Marcus Chiaretto, community outreach coordinator for LifePath, will be held July 12, 1 to 2 p.m., to introduce a free evidence-based program being considered for this summer. Topics include nutrition and how lifestyle changes can promote better health. Main components include: goal setting, problem solving, group support, nutrition education, and self assessment and management of dietary patterns.
MUSICAL SHOWCASE – Ladies First quartet will perform July 29 at 2 p.m. This group sings competitively in four-part acapella harmony and performs throughout western New York. They also sing with the Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus, ranked ninth worldwide of over 600 choruses in Sweet Adelines International. You can view their Facebook page at Ladies First Quartet. Free admission and refreshments.
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.
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.
July 8, bOSTON DUCK TOUR, MAGGIANO’S LUNCH, NEWBURY STREET SHOPPING. Departs 7:30 a.m. $78 fee includes motorcoach, duck tour and gratuity. Lunch cost extra.
July 28, DAY ON YOUR OWN IN OGUNQUIT, MAINE. Departs 7 a.m. $50 cost includes motorcoach and gratuity. Take a trolley ride around the town, swim in the ocean, shop and dine at the restaurant of your choice.
BELCHERTOWN
SENIOR CENTER
60 State St.
323-0420
MOVIE of the MONTH – July 13, 12:30 and 6 p.m. “45 Years.” July 27, 12:30 “The Boy.”
FLUID FOR THOUGHT – July 14, 10:30 a.m. Learn about the underestimated power of proper hydration, especially in older adults. Tips for drinking more water and how to make beneficial drink choices. Sample lemon, cucumber, mint water and take home some helpful reminders and recipes. Raffle prizes too. Sign up by calling Susan at ext. 501, or on the clipboard in the lobby.
GARDEN ART – July 20, 6 p.m. Make a cool glass flower garden ornament from used or recycled glass and metal dishes, plates, cups, pickle dishes. You bring the dishes, we supply the glue and help you with your design. Please call Susan at 323-0420 ext. 501 to sign up. Space is limited.
Zendoodle – Also adult coloring books, Thursdays, 10 a.m.
SHOPPING – The senior center van will pick you up from home to shop at Walmart or Big Y in Ware. Door to door service for $3 round trip. Service available Friday. Call Kim at 323-0420, ext. 508 to sign up.
Travel
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
EASTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING/
ENRICHMENT CENTER
19 Union St.
527-6151
SATURDAY HOURS – Effective July 9, the Enrichment Center will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Fitness center will be open, tai chi classes offered at 9:15 a.m., and Zumba gold at 11 a.m. Continuation of the expanded hours depends upon participation in the Fitness Center and other planned events and activities.
GROCERY SHOPPING —Grocery shopping delivery program. 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
Johnny Diamonds (formerly Pizza 99) or Westlake Gourmet, both in Southampton, Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. $4.
TRAVEL CLUB
Travel Club group leaders: Ginni Hurteau and Marilyn Parmenter 527-6151 ext. 17
HADLEY SENIOR
COMMUNITY CENTER
46 Middle St.
586-4023
CHICKEN TO GO – This fundraiser will be held July 10 at the American Legion parking lot from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Council on Aging office, from COA board members, and Friends of Hadley COA board members, for $8 each. Price includes chicken, salad and baked potato.
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.
TRAVEL
gLOUCESTER – july 25, take a motor coach to a two-hour Schooner Sail in gloucester Harbor, followed by Lobsta Land for lunch and a stop at Kimball’s for ice cream on the way home. Lunch and ice cream cost on your own. $85. This trip fills quickly.
Nova Scotia & Bay of Fundy – Oct. 2 to 9, $1,469 per person, double occupancy. Deposit $150 due by June 30. Contact Gladys Nicholson at 658-7773 ASAP for more information. 7 nights lodging, 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners (including a lobster dinner. Deluxe Motor Coach transportation. Taxes and meal gratuities included
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE CELEBRATION – Monday at 1 p.m., sponsored by Highview of Northampton. Free with a scan card. Pre-registration required.
FREE SWIM – Sundays in June from 11 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Senior swim at JFK’s Aquatic Family Center, Northampton. Northampton seniors are free, $4 for non-residents age 55 and older.
TEACUP BIRD FEEDERS –Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Join Trish to make a teacup bird feeder to take home. Pre-registration required.
COOKING WITH SHERRY – Thursday at 10 a.m. On the menu: Summer chicken saute, fresh mint tea, homemade sour cream and lime ice cream, fresh berry shortcake. Pre-registration required. $15 resident; $20 non-res.
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.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
Monday, sweet and sour chicken; Tuesday, mild beef chili; Wednesday, cold tuna salad plate; Thursday, roasted pork with gravy; Friday, shepherd’s pie with gravy
FASHION BOUTIQUE – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FOOT NURSE – Monday, by appointment.
RETIREMENT PARTY – An open house with refreshments will be held Wednesday in honor of South Hadley Council on Aging Director Joanne Trybus, who is retiring. Please respond by contacting Lisa at 538-5042 ext. 203, or Ann at ext. 206, or respond via email to lnapiorkowski@southhadleyma.gov, or aandras@southhadleyma.gov.
TRIPS
Plymouth Whale Watch, July 13, $89. Includes transportation, luncheon, four-hour whale watch tour, visit to Plymouth Rock and shopping time. Contact Susan Canedy at 536-2106.
Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire cruise, Aug. 16, $84. Includes scenic cruise tour in the natural beauty of New Hampshire and the White Mountains, buffet luncheon, and a visit to Moulton Farm Market. For more information contact David Bellefeuille at 533-7724.
SOUTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
210 College Highway
529-2105
Bingo — Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Computer Class —Thursdays at 10 a.m. Sign up in advance.
Self-monitored fitness program — A recumbent stepper and treadmill are available for use during regular hours. Registration and liability forms must be completed prior to use. Membership fee of $5 per month or $50 per year must be paid in advance.
HEALTHY BONES and BALANCE — Tuesdays at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m.
WESTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
12 South Road
527-0142
BLUEBERRY SUPPER – July 30, 5 p.m. at Westhampton Church. One sitting only. Reservation deadline, July 22. Call Lynne Sallee at 584-9360 or email lynnesallee@comcast.net..
Summer Concerts – Friday at 6:30, Johnny and the Flashbacks, good old rock’n’roll; July 14, 6:30, the O’Tones perform swing music, and July 30, Now’s the Time jumps with jazz following the blueberry festival. These concerts are held on the lawn behind the library where there is ample space for lawn chairs and blankets.
WALKING GROUP & HIKES – Walkers meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. at the parking lot in the center of town. You can walk as much or as little as you like. The hikes take place around our local area and are led by local folks.
KNITTING GROUP — Monday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the library. Everyone welcome.
BOARD & CARD GAMES — Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. at Westhampton Woods
COFFEE & SOCIAL TIME — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at the library.
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