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
SENIOR FOOT CARE – Sharon Beaulieu, RN, staffs the foot care clinic each Friday from 9:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. The fee for service is $28. For an appointment, call 259-3060. Foot care includes nail clipping, callous removal, therapeutic foot massage and hygienic foot bath.
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 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 uplifting, intricate renditions. 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
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 theme is Americana Sing-Along, and May 16 will be jazz standards.
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.
Wednesday, 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
APPRAISAL EVENT – Local antique dealer Ed Kendall will volunteer at our first ever appraisal event Thursday at 10 a.m. Bring one or two items (smaller than a breadbox) and Ed will give you his verbal appraisal. Door will open at 9:45. Call Susan at ext. 501 to sign up.
FREE MOVIES — The second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 12:30 p.m. May 10, “The Revenant.” May 25, “Lunchbox.” Come early for lunch and stay for the movie.
ICE CREAM SUNDAE DAY — Rescheduled to May 16. For the past 120 years the ice cream sundae has been a symbol of our abundance and appetite, our ingenuity, and our never-lost youth. Sign up for lunch and enjoy a free sundae.
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
GARDEN VOLUNTEERS – Needed to maintain the beautiful gardens at the enrichment center. Volunteers assist with plant care and supervising the group from the Honor Trial Court Program. If you can spare a few hours, one-time only or on a more regular basis, please contact Activity Coordinator Kim Jensen at 527-6151.
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
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
TOWN MEETING – Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Hopkins Academy. Transportation is available by calling 586-4023 by Wednesday.
SENIOR CENTER Open House — Tuesday, 1 to 4 p.m Look around, learn what programs are offered and visit with the Friends of Hadley COA.
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.
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
“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
MAY ARTIST — Elaine Darr-Morton displays her photography “simply straightforward pictorial documentation” Tuesday through May 31. There will be a reception including light refreshments May 10 from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Mother’s Day Celebration — Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. Facials and refreshments. Sponsored by Linda Manor Extended Care. Pre-registration is required.
THERAPY DOG – Friday at 12:30 p.m. Come and meet Dewey the Therapy Dog and Kim, his owner between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. They will be here every Friday.
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.
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., “Youth” features Michael Caine Free with scan card.
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
LUNCH —Monday, cold egg salad plate; Tuesday, beef tips with gravy; Wednesday, spaghetti and meatballs; Thursday, broccoli quiche; Friday, pollock loins
MOVIE — Tuesday, 12:45 p.m., “Pitch Perfect,” free for seniors age 55 and older
Alzheimer’s Support — Thursday, 10 a.m.
FASHION BOUTIQUE — May 9, 1 p.m.
COA BOARD MEETING — May 9, 4 p.m.
LEGAL PROGRAM — May 11, 10 a.m. Call to register.
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
How to Work with your Angels — Monday, 10:30 a.m., presented by author Lori Szepelak. Free.
DEMENTIA TALK – May 9, 1 p.m. Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease information. Free presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association. Sign up by May 5.
The Future of Health Care — Tuesday, 10:15 a.m. Free presentation by Home Health Solutions.
Luncheon – May 13, 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.
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
Foot care nurse — Diane Roder will be available May 12. 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. May 12, “Enchanted.”
Memorial Day program — May 30. Meet at the town common at 10:45 a.m. for walk to cemetery. Picnic lunch will follow in town center.
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.