Following is a sampling of activities at area senior centers. Complete lists of their activities are on their individual websites.
Amherst Senior
Center
Bangs Community Center
70 Boltwood Walk
259-3060
NAME THAT TUNE — Sing-along with Steve is held first and third Mondays, 11 to 11:45 a.m. July 17: TV Themes.
AGING TOGETHER — First Monday of each month at 2 p.m. Share experiences and learn new information about aging and health. Registered nurse Lisa White will lead. Contact her at 259-3257 if interested.
FREE SUMMER CONCERTS — Amherst Community Band at Sweetser Park, July 21 and Aug. 18, 7 to 8 p.m. This multi-generational band plays a mix of classic marches and modern compositions from stage and screen. Parking in town is free at this time. Sponsored by the Amherst BID.
BUS TRIPS
Schooner Cruise in Newport, Rhode Island, July 29. Departs at 8 a.m. and returns between 7 and 7:30 p.m. $75 includes cruise, motorcoach and gratuity. Prior to the 1½ hour cruise, participants will explore shops and eat lunch at the restaurant of their choice.
Tanglewood on Parade, Aug. 1, 3:30-11 p.m. $60 includes motorcoach, lawn seats, and gratuity. Features the Boston Symphony, The Boston Pops, Tanglewood Music Center Orchestras and Tanglewood Festival Chorus. Fireworks follow the concert. Participants can bring their own chair, blanket, and picnic set up; food is also available for sale.
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.
BELCHERTOWN
SENIOR CENTER
60 State St.
323-0420
OFFICERS VISIT — Belchertown Police Department officers join us on the first Thursday of each month at 11:20 a.m. to review the newest crimes, scams and concerns. Join in and stay for lunch (don’t forget to sign up).
SEWING — 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Bring your project. A portable sewing machine is available.
SHOPPING TRIP — Senior center van home pick up Friday to shop at Walmart or Big Y in Ware. Door to door service is $3 round trip. Call Kim to schedule.
Travel
Tuesday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 323-0420 ext. 513
July 27, “The Spirit of Johnny Cash” in Kingston, Rhode Island.
Oct. 3, “The Naugy” in Waterbury, Connecticut, $80.
EASTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING/
ENRICHMENT CENTER
19 Union St.
527-6151
SUMMER MOVIES — “Manchester By the Sea” (R) Monday, 1 p.m.
“Sully” (PG-13) July 24, 1 p.m. Starring Tom Hanks.
COMPUTER COLLABORATIVE — This month’s topic is web safety. Learn to recognize click baiting, scams/phishing, and the importance of reading through agreements. Call the Emily Williston Library at 527-1031 to pre-register for classes. These discussions are open to the public but we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Wednesday, 2 p.m. at the senior center, and July 26, 2 p.m. at the Emily Williston Library.
FRIENDS CRAFT FAIR — July 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Friends of the Easthampton Council on Aging will be holding a “Christmas in July” craft fair featuring homemade soaps, jewelry, paper crafted and hand-sewn items, kids creations and crocheted-knitted-quilted items. Auction items; food for sale.
HANDCRAFT GROUP — Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. For those who knit, crochet, embroider, bead, weave, paper craft, spin, felt or cross stitch.
VAN TRIPS — Costs shown are for transportation only.
Ingleside Mall, Holyoke, Monday at 9:30 a.m. $5.
Arts in the Park — “A Ray of Elvis” Friday, 5 p.m. $5, water and snacks provided
Williamsburg Snack Shack and General Store — July 17, 10 a.m. $6.
Walmart in Chicopee and Olive Garden, West Springfield, July 19 at 9 a.m. $7.
Gary’s Annual Picnic — Knightsville Recreation Area, July 24 at 9:30 a.m. $7. Lunch is on Gary.
Fini’s — in Westfield for lunch, ice cream, farm stand, July 26 at 10 a.m. $6.
TRAVEL CLUB
Travel Club group leaders: Ginni Hurteau and Marilyn Parmenter 527-6151 ext. 17
July 19, Rod Stewart Tribute at the Hu Ke Lau, Chicopee. Twin lobsters or prime rib. $61.
GRANBY COUNCIL
ON AGING
10 West State St.
467-3230
SUCCULENT GARDEN WORKSHOP — July 25 at 1 p.m. Join us as we create individual succulent gardens. Space is limited; please respond by July 18.
WII BOWLING — Fridays, 10 a.m. All are welcome.
CHESS CLUB — Friday afternoons (except the last Friday of the month) 12:45-3 p.m. Chess board available, or you can bring your own. All are welcome.
ADULT COLORING — The last Monday of every month, 1 p.m. Coloring is a great meditative activity that rests the mind.
FOOD PANTRY — The senior center food pantry is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
State Rep. Solomon Goldstein-Rose — Office hours at the Council on Aging on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon.
Friends of Granby’s
Elderly Events:
Summer Concert Series
6 p.m. at Dufresne Park, Free
July 18, Dan Kane Singers
Aug. 22, Skid Marks
Tanglewood, Aug. 1. $69. $25 deposit due within one week of signup. “Tanglewood on Parade” includes three orchestras, fireworks. Bus leaves senior center parking lot at 6 p.m.
Mohegan Sun Trip Oct. 11, $28, food and gambling voucher included. Bus leaves Immaculate Heart of Mary parking lot at 8:30 a.m., and returns at 4:30 p.m.
HADLEY SENIOR
COMMUNITY CENTER
46 Middle St.
586-4023
PHILANTHROPANINI – Buy a panini to benefit the Hadley Council on Aging. On July 17, Hot Table will donate 20 percent of your check to the Friends of Hadley COA with a coupon from our July/August newsletter or a flyer from the Council on Aging.
INTRO TO TAI CHI — Monday, 10:30 a.m., starts a new six week series. Beginners are welcome.
VETERANS INFO — A veterans service agent is available Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, or you may call 587-1299.
SHOPPING TRIP — Thursdays, 9 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.
Trips: (all in large motorcoach)
Contact Jane Nevinsmith 586-3772 for more information
Aug. 9 — JFK Library & Boston Harbor Cruise $95
Aug. 12 — Yankees vs. Red Sox @ Yankee Stadium: reserved seats $145
Sept. 23 — Turkey Train Lake Winnipesaukee $110
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
COFFEE and CANVAS — Monday, 10 a.m. to noon. Paint your own version of a beautiful chickadee while enjoying coffee and refreshments. All paint and materials included. $20 for Northampton seniors with a scan card; $25 for all others. Guests welcome.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL — Wednesday, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy an ice cream sundae station and great musical entertainment. Free for Northampton seniors with a scan card; $2 for all others. Guests welcome.
FOOT CARE INFO — Wednesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Informational session about local foot care clinic (FootCare by Nurses, LLC).
TRIPS — Coordinator Francine Frenier is available Monday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. Call for more information.
Gloucester Harbor Cruise — July 16. $116, lunch at the Gloucester House included.
Aug. 20, Cruise to Bermuda for eight days. $350 will reserve your cabin; full cost starts at $1,189 for a double-occupied cabin.
Aug. 26, Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, Connecticut. $45 includes bus transportation, entrance fee and guided tour. Departs 9 a.m., returns at 5:15 p.m. The deadline for signing up is July 26.
Radio City Music Hall — New York City, Rockettes Christmas Show, Dec. 6, $142. Limited seats available. Sign up early. $75 deposit due by June 21.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
Lunch is served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; reservations must be made by 1 p.m. previous day. In-town transportation available 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment.
MONDAY: chicken marsala; TUESDAY: French meat pie with gravy; WEDNESDAY: roasted turkey with gravy; THURSDAY, teriyaki chicken; FRIDAY: breaded pollack.
SUMMER PICNIC — Join us July 19 for our summer picnic. Entertainment by Jimmy Mazz featuring “Songs Across America.” Sign up in the office.
WATERCOLOR CLASSES — Thursdays at 10 a.m. Watercolor artist and teacher Tina Addison offers fun and the love of painting. $4 per class. Drop-ins and beginners welcome.
MEMORIES CAFE — Will meet the second Tuesday of each month, 10 to 11:30 a.m. A welcoming place for people with memory loss to spend time with family or a friend. Experienced facilitators, support, activities, lending library for caregivers, coffee and snack. Participants may stay for lunch. Call 538-5042 to inquire.
COMPUTER CLASSES — Offered to those over 50; residency not required. Call 533-6889 for more information.
SOUTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
210 College Highway
529-2105
FOOT CLINIC — Foot care provided by registered nurse Margaret Camerota. Aug. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $29. Requires appointments by the Monday before the clinic. Home visits are available upon request.
Bingo — Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Computer Class — Thursdays at 10 a.m. Sign up in advance.
HEALTHY BONES and BALANCE — Tuesdays, 9 a.m. and Thursdays, 11 a.m.
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.
WESTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
3 South Road
527-2404
MONTHLY BREAKFASTS — The third Friday of each month at Westhampton Woods, Unit F. All are welcome between 8 and 9:30 a.m. for coffeecake or quick bread, hot cereal, coffee, tea, cocoa and conversation.
WALKING GROUP & HIKES — Walkers meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. at the parking lot in the center of town. Walk as much or as little as you like around our local area, led by local folks. You can reach Chuck at 527-6765 for information about any hikes.
BOARD & CARD GAMES — Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. at Westhampton Woods. A great chance to socialize.
COFFEE & SOCIAL TIME — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at the library.
Hilltown Food Pantry — Northern Hilltown residents with low to moderate incomes may be eligible to receive free groceries from Hilltown Pantry, a satellite program of the Northampton Survival Center. The pantry is located at the Town Office Building on Route 9 in Goshen. Income guidelines, set by the U.S. Deptartment of Agriculture, are a maximum of $1,832 per month for a single person, or $2,470 per month for two people. The pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. every Wednesday, and until 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. To enter the pantry, go to the left of the building and go through the side door. For additional information, please call Diane Meehan, pantry director, at 268-7578.