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THE WEEKLY GEM - December 6, 2021
Published on Dec 6, 2021 08:36
THE WEEKLY GEM
Foxborough Senior Center
December 6, 2021
SENIOR TAX WORK OFF INFO SESSION
On Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m., there will be a Senior Tax Work-Off Info Session at the senior center. As part of this program you could earn up to $1500 off of your Real Estate Taxes. Recently, we have made some changes to our Senior Tax Work-Off Program. This info session will be a great time to see if you qualify for the program and you’ll hear about the exciting opportunities on the horizon. Please register in advance.
1 ON 1 NUTRITION CONSULTATION
Starting Monday, Dec. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m., and continuing on the 2nd Monday each month at the same time, join HESSCO’S Registered Dietitian, Kelsey McEntee, at the senior center for 30 minute 1 on 1 nutrition consultations. Come prepared with your questions about your health concerns. Call to set up an appointment.
MAKING MUSIC
Calling all musicians and singers: Bring your ukulele, guitar, voice or other acoustic instrument and join us for a new “Making Music” program beginning on Monday, Dec. 6, and the first Monday of every month, at 12:30 p.m. All skills are encouraged and welcome to participate in this monthly FREE sing and play along experience. We will explore fun and familiar songs. Sign up in advance to let us know you’ll be joining us.
FRIENDS’ BINGO – BRING A FRIEND – ALL ARE WELCOME
Come and join us for Bingo at the senior center on Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and every 1st Tuesday of the month. Win cash prizes in varying amounts. There is a nominal fee of $1 per card. Bring a friend! Call to sign up. This program is hosted by the Friends of Foxboro Seniors.
HOT COCOA PARTY
It’s THAT time of the year! Come join us at the senior center on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m. and experience a gourmet Hot Cocoa Party with your friends before the holidays. You’ll be able to load up your drink with a variety of fun toppings. Registration will be limited, so please sign up early.
BEGINNER MAH JONGG FREE PLAY
Beginner Mah Jongg Free Play will start on Wednesday, Dec. 8 and will continue every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. This beginner free play is for those players who have just recently started learning Mah Jongg and may want to take each game a little slower than those who have played for many years. Sign up in advance if you’d like to join us.
DECEMBER MOVIE DAYS
The theme for our December movies is Netflix’s “Christmas Chronicles” and the movies will be shown on the following Thursdays at 1 p.m.:
December 9 – “Christmas Chronicles” Siblings Kate and Teddy Piece hatch a scheme to capture Santa Claus (Kurt Russell) on Christmas Eve. When the plan goes awry, the kids join forces with a somewhat jolly Saint Nick and his loyal elves to save the holiday before it’s too late.
December 16 – “Christmas Chronicles II” Teenager Kate Pierce is reunited with Santa Claus (Kurt Russell) and Mrs. Claus (Goldie Hawn) when a troublemaker threatens to cancel Christmas. Please sign up in advance.
MEDITATION
Meditation is a state of deep peace that occurs when the mind is calm and silent. Join us for our Meditation classes in the senior center on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. Learn to create peace of mind and go on a mini vacation of meditation every day! Each class focuses on breathing, improving posture and practicing different meditation methods including writing your own guided meditation. In these uncertain times you deserve moments of calm personal reflection. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible. Please sign up in advance.
REFLEXOLOGY APPOINTMENTS
The senior center will be offering reflexology appointments on the 3rd Friday of each month starting December 17th. Reflexology is based on stimulating specific points on the feet that correspond to other areas and organs of the body. Reflexology is used to restore the body’s natural equilibrium by improving circulation and reducing tension. This relaxing and rejuvenating experience will involve aromatherapy infused reflexology. The cost is $41 per half hour appointment. Sign up with your payment to schedule an appointment.
CHAIR MASSAGE APPOINTMENTS
Sign up for a 15 minutes chair massage at the senior center on Thursday, Dec. 16, and every 3rd Thursday of the month, with Massage Therapist Joanne O’Brien. The cost $15 per 15 minute appointment. This is a quick, inexpensive way to enjoy the benefits of a massage. Sign up for an appointment with your payment in advance.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
The Low Vision Support Group will be meeting on Thursday, Dec. 16, 1 to 2 p.m. This adult group provides peer support and information for anyone with vision loss or those who have concerns about their vision. If you are interested in participating, please check with Pam McGuire by calling 508-543-1234 for final details.
HEARING HEALTH
On Wednesdays, Dec. 8 & 15 there will be Hearing Clinics offered from 1 to 3 p.m. This program is free and will provide a hearing screening, ear wax removal, hearing aid cleaning and service by appointment. Call in advance to schedule a 20 minute appointment.
LUNCHEON OUTING
Our next luncheon outing will be on Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. at Jake n’ Joe’s Restaurant. Call us to sign up by Monday, Dec. 20 and meet us at the restaurant on the 22nd. For those who require van transportation, arrangements must be made by Monday the 20th.
HOLIDAY PARADE
We’ll be spreading cheer to homebound residents this holiday season with a Holiday parade on Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 3:30 p.m. If you would like to be added to our Holiday Parade route, please register and we’ll drive by with our festive vehicles.
SENIOR SANDWICHES
On Thursdays, we offer Grab and Go Senior Sandwiches at the senior center. You can pick up your sandwich at the front desk on Thursdays at any time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., and you can take the sandwich with you, or you are welcome to eat in the Coffee Room or on the outside benches. Quantities are limited, so you MUST sign up in advance to get your Senior Sandwich meal. There is a suggested donation of $3 to HESSCO. Sandwiches will not be available on Dec. 23.
MEET THE REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Feeling like COVID and quarantine did not help with your nutrition and health? Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 1:30 p.m. for a nutrition discussion and healthy tips to apply to your everyday life! Kelsey McEntee is the HESSCO Registered Dietitian and she has experience in both inpatient dietetics and nutrition counseling. She has a passion for helping people to lead healthier lives and is excited to be available to discuss nutrition topics with you. Sign up to save yourself a seat.
THE BEATLES: GET BACK
The soon to be released 3-part documentary series, “The Beatles: Get Back’, directed and produced by Peter Jackson, covers the making of the 1970 Beatles’ “Let It Be” album. The footage for this series was originally captured for a 1970 documentary and has been digitized and produced in high definition. This film, which is only available on Disney+, will be presented in the senior center in (3) 2-hour parts on the following dates: part 1 on Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 10 a.m.; part 2 on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m., and; part 3 on Thursday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. Join us for the experience of watching this never before seen footage of the world’s most famous band as they create an album and perform their last live performance on the rooftop of their London recording studio. Please sign up in advance.
REPRESENTATIVE JAY BARROWS OFFICE HOUR
Join Representative Jay Barrows at the senior center on Monday, Dec. 27 from 9 to 10 a.m. for a group discussion as well as question and answer session. Representative Barrows will be at the senior center on the 4th Monday of each month at 9 a.m. Sign up in advance.
MACKINAC MONDAYS
As we lead up to our 2022 Mackinac Island trip, the last Monday of each month at 2 p.m, starting Monday, Dec. 27 and through April 25, will be “Mackinac Mondays.” Each month we will be presenting a program associated with our trip. These programs are open to all, but may be especially interesting to our Mackinac Island travelers. On Dec. 27 we will be reliving the 2021 Mackinac Island Lilac Festival as presented by the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. (Our June 2022 trip will occur during the 2022 Lilac Festival!) Sign up if you’d like to join us.
SENIOR SUPPER
Our NEW Senior Supper program will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 4 p.m., with dinner served around 4:30 p.m., and this new program will focus on a unique, high quality, catered meal. The cost is $4 per person. We hope that you’ll join us for an evening out with friends. The menu for December is Chicken Parmesan, Penne Pasta, Caesar Salad, a roll and water. You must sign up in advance with your payment.
Q& A WITH THE TOWN MANAGER
Join us in a conversation with William Keegan, the Foxborough Town Manager on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 12:30 p.m. The Town Manager will provide updates on town proceedings and, if time allows, a Question and Answer session. Call us to sign up.
TECH 101: WHAT DOES THIS DO?
Inevitably, this Christmas season you will have received some sort of confusing techno gizmo. Your grand kids had good intentions, but realistically you didn’t need this new gadget. Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. for our next Tech 101 class which will cover EXTREME basics for iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and smart devices, such as Homepods and Echos. Let us know you’ll be coming by signing up in advance.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Our Men’s Breakfasts, catered by Roche Brothers, are returning to the senior center once again. Join us on Thursday, Dec. 30 at 9 a.m. for the 1st Men’s Breakfast of this winter season. The cost is $3 per person to be paid at the time you reserve your place.
NOON YEAR’S EVE PARTY
Ring in the New Year with us on Thursday, Dec. 30 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.! Catch up with your friends after the holidays while joining us for welcoming the New Year at Noon! We’ll have a sparkling cider toast at 12 as well as a selection of deserts. Sign up in advance to let us know if you’ll be joining us.
TRAVEL WITH US TO MACKINAC ISLAND IN 2022
Join us as we step back in time and travel to Mackinac Island on June 6-13, 2022. Mackinac Island is considered “The Jewel of the Great Lakes.” NO cars, NO chain hotels, just ferry boats, horse-drawn carriages, tandem bicycles, world famous fudge, unique shopping, unforgettable sunrises and sunsets, and a surrounding landscape that has been preserved as a National Historic Landmark. Registration for this trip has begun and we still have some openings. Call or stop by the senior center for more information or to reserve your spot if you would like to join us.
S.H.I.N.E
You can obtain health insurance information and assistance through the SHINE (Serving the Health Information Needs of Everyone) Program. A SHINE counselor is available on Tuesdays, from 3 to 6 p.m. for a “virtual” meeting over the telephone or on a Zoom meeting. This program provides free and confidential health insurance information counseling and assistance to Massachusetts residents who are or will be eligible for Medicare and their families. Call for an appointment.
MAH JONGG – FREE PLAY
If you’re looking for a place to play Mah Jongg, come join us at the senior center on Wednesday afternoons at 1 p.m. This Mah Jongg Free Play program is for experienced players. Call us to sign up in advance
KNITTING
Our knitting group meets at 1 p.m. at the senior center every Monday afternoon. This group loves to gather and chat, knit, and even do some crocheting, if you so choose. Everyone is welcome to attend, just bring your knitting project to work on. Please sign up in advance.
CHAIR YOGA
Chair Yoga classes are held at the senior center every Monday morning at 9:15 a.m. under the direction of Michelle Lawlor of the YMCA. Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done while sitting in a chair or while standing and using the chair for support. The cost for this class is $3 and is punch card eligible. Due to limited space, you must call in advance to register for the class.
TAI CHI
On Tuesdays, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., start your day with the peaceful meditation and movement of Tai Chi with instructor Elijah Swain. Elijah is a 9th Degree black belt and is the owner of the Tai Jing Academy. The cost of each class is $3 and is punch-card eligible. Our thanks to the Friends of Foxboro Seniors for helping to fund this program. Call us to sign up.
ZUMBA GOLD
Zumba is a fitness program inspired by Latin Dance. Zumba combines Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise to create an aerobic routine that is fun and easy to follow. Join us on Tuesday mornings at 9:45 a.m. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible. Space is limited, so please call in advance to sign up for each class.
NUTRITION CLASS
The Nutrition Class meets at the senior center on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Members of the class talk about good food, good nutrition and good health, and share their ideas. Call us to sign up!
SCRABBLE GROUP
Do you enjoy playing a game of Scrabble or would you like to learn how to play? We have a Scrabble group that meets on Monday afternoons at 1 p.m. at the senior center. Challenge your mind, enjoy some time with friends and have lots of fun. If you’re interested in playing, call us to sign up.
For more information on Council on Aging and Human Services programs and services, check our website at www.foxboroughma.gov or call us at 508-543-1234.
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