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.
The centers will be closed Monday to celebrate Independence Day.
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 diet management.
“MONEY TALK” – July 12, 11 a.m. to noon. Ayaz Mahmud leads a meeting for soon-to-retire and retired individuals who want the facts about money matters. Topics include: cash flow planning, low risk investment strategies, income investments (without commissions), long-term health-care issues, estate taxes, gifting strategies and more.
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. 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. July 11 – Americana Sing-Along. July 18 – Jazz Standards.
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.
Friday, 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. 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. 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
Sept. 23, Buddy Jewell, $77
Dec. 8, Jimmy Sturr Christmas Show, $81
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. The 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.
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. 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
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.
VETERANS ASSISTED — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Contact Veteran’s Agent Tom Geryk at 587-1299.
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.
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
July Artists — Ron Verville and Vera Yanez will be displaying their nature and travel photographs in an exhibit titled “Here and There, High and Low” A reception will be held Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.
COLLAGE CLASS – Tuesdays in July, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Artist Rebecca Landes leads a class on collage making. $50 cost for series for Northampton seniors $55 for non-resident seniors and those ages 55 to 59. $2 material fee to be paid separately to instructor upon first class.
DEWEY THE THERAPY DOG – Friday, 12:30 p.m. Sweet therapy dog who joins us each week to bring joy to everyone.
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.
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, New York, Sept. 8. Two concerts at an elegant Victoria castle. A buffet lunch is included in the $124 price. Seating is limited. Sign up deadline is Aug. 2.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
Tuesday, beef franks; Wednesday, roasted chicken with gravy; Thursday, baked ham with pineapple; Friday, catfish fillets
FOOT NURSE – Monday, by appointment.
BLOOD PRESSURE – Screening with nurse. Thursday, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
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.
BINGO —Wednesdays, 1 p.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 in July 22. Call Lynne Sallee at 584-9360 or email lynnesallee@comcast.net..
Summer Concerts – Friday at 6:30, Johnny and the Flashbacks entertain with 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.
BREAKFAST — 8 to 9:30 a.m. on the third Friday of the month 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. Call Lilly Baxter at 527-1532.