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THE WEEKLY GEM - January 31, 2022
Published on Jan 31, 2022 08:41
THE WEEKLY GEM
Foxborough Senior Center
January 31, 2022
CAPE COD CANAL CRUISE & DAN’L WEBSTER INN
Join us on Thursday, July 14 as we head to Cape Cod for a cruise on the Cape Cod Canal, the Canal’s only historic sightseeing cruise. We’ll be traveling by motorcoach and leave Foxboro from St. Mary’s parking lot, 58 Carpenter Street, at 8:30 a.m.The Canal cruise features live narration about the fascinating history and points of interest along the Canal, including Mass Maritime Academy, Sagamore and Bourne Bridges, Vertical Lift Railroad Bridge, Aptuxet Trading Post, Cape Cod Bay, and more, from a unique perspective. After our excursion, we’ll head for a buffet lunch at the Dan’l Webster Inn in Sandwich, MA. This Inn is recognized as a Distinguished Restaurant of North America, placing it in the top 1% of restaurants in the country. The cost for this day trip is $94 for Foxboro residents, and $99 for non-residents. The sign-up for residents with payment will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 16, and non-resident sign up with payment will begin on Wednesday, March 2.
GALENTINE’S DAY
Galentine’s Day is a great way to spend time with your gal pals. Join us on Monday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. and Tracy Rozak will lead the group in a fun Valentine’s Day treat before enjoying some chocolate. Sign up in advance to reserve your seat.
MAKING MUSIC
Calling all musicians and singers: Bring your ukulele, guitar, voice or other acoustic instrument and join us for our “Making Music” program on Feb. 7 at 12:30 p.m., and on the first Monday of every following month at 1 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.
NATIONAL POPCORN DAY
Celebrate National Popcorn Day with us on Wednesday, Feb. 16 (originally scheduled on Jan. 12) at 2 p.m. and try something new. Test out a sampling of flavors from Smith Family Popcorn, ranging from Sea Salt Caramel to Cinnamon Toast to Taco to Birthday Cake and more! This event is free, and we ask that you sign up in advance.
TABLE TOP GARDEN CLUB
The senior center Table Top Garden Club will be meeting once again every Tuesday, at 9:45 a.m. starting February 1. Under the direction of Marsha Lewicke, this club explores gardening techniques, tends our outdoor raised garden beds, and has group discussions regarding different varieties of plant life. No previous gardening experience is necessary. Call us to sign up.
BOOK CLUB
Our senior center Book Club will be meeting on Monday, Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. This program is designed for seniors who simply enjoy reading or listening to books on tape. If you are interested in taking part in the Book Sign up in advance.
BRIDGE LESSONS
Bridge is a card game that is played all over the world, in person and online. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to play Bridge, this is your opportunity. The classes will be held on Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m. Sunil Trivedi is the instructor and he will introduce new and interested players to the game. Please sign up in advance.
DOWN TO EARTH WITH ZAC EFRON
Actor Zac Efron journeys around the world with wellness expert Darin Olien in a Netflix travel show that explores health and sustainable ways to live. This 8 episode series will examine how countries around the world view healthy living. The series will be shown weekly at the senior center on Tuesday, February 1 through March 22 from 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. If you’d like to join us for all or some of the “Down to Earth” episodes, please sign up in advance.
HISTORY 101
Join us at 10 a.m. on Fridays in February to watch the Netflix series “History 101.” Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-sized history lessons on various scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world changing discoveries. On Feb. 4, episodes 1-3 will focus on Fast Food / The Space Race / The Rise of China. On Feb. 11, the subjects of episodes 4-6 are Plastics / Oil and the Middle East / Robotics. And on Feb. 25, episodes 7-10 will feature the subjects of Feminism / Nuclear Power / AIDS / Genetics. Sign up if you’d like to join us for all or some of the History 101 programs.
WORLD WAR II IN COLOR – ROAD TO VICTORY
On Thursdays, Feb. 3 through April 7, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., we will be showing the new Netflix British Docuseries, WWII In Color – Road to Victory. This 10-week series will include gripping historical footage and expert commentary giving detailed insights into the leading figures of the war and the decisive turning points of World War II. Sign up in advance to reserve your seat.
VALENTINE’S DAY TRADITIONS IN BOSTON
Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 4 p.m. for a program by historian Anthony Sammarco who will provide us with insight into the history of Valentine’s Day traditions over the years in and around Boston. From Ancient Rome with the pagan festival of Lupercalia to the worldwide celebration of today’s Valentine’s Day, we revel in the history and evolution of Valentine’s Day through the centuries as a day of love. Today, Esther Allen Howland is honored with the moniker of “The Mother of the American Valentine,” with many citing her small card factory as the start of the multi-million dollar industry. Sign up for this program in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
LUNCHEON OUTING
Our next luncheon outing will be on Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. at Conrad’s Restaurant in Foxborough. Call us to sign up by Monday, Feb. 14 and meet us at the restaurant on the 16th. For those who require van transportation, arrangements must be made by Monday the 14th.
SPRING DAYS AT BLITHEWOLD
On Thursday, May 26 at 9 a.m., we’ll be heading to Bristol, Rhode Island’s Blitheworld Mansion. Join us as we celebrate spring at this beautiful 33 acre estate on Narragansett Bay with its spectacular gardens. Following our visit and guided tour at Blitheworld, we’ll be off to enjoy a great lunch at Newport’s Atlantic Resort. Meal choices are either Sauteed Chicken with Tarragon Cream Sauce or Baked Scrod. After lunch, we can spend a little time strolling downtown Newport before heading for home. The cost for Foxborough residents is $99 per person and for non-residents the cost is $105. Residents can begin to sign up with their payment on Wednesday, Feb. 16 and non-resident sign-up with payment will begin on Wednesday, Mar. 2. Don’t miss this opportunity for a great day trip!
SIGN UP FOR 2022 TRIP TO MOHEGAN SUN
It’s a new year, and why not travel with us and try your luck at the Mohegan Sun Casino on Thursday, March 31. Our motorcoach will be leaving from St. Mary’s parking lot, 58 Carpenter St., at 8:30 a.m. The cost will be $35 per person for Foxborough residents, and $37 for non-residents. Resident registration with payment has begun. Non- resident registration with payment begins on Feb. 2.
TRAVEL WITH US TO THE NEWPORT PLAYHOUSE
Join us on Thursday, April 21, when we’re off to spend the day at the Newport Playhouse. We’ll be traveling by motorcoach and leaving from St. Mary’s parking lot, 58 Carpenter Street at 10 a.m. This favorite trip location includes a homemade plated lunch, followed by a performance of the Broadway comedy “Social Security” and ending with a fun-filled cabaret. The cost for Foxborough residents is $120 per person, and for non-residents the cost is $125. Resident registration with payment has begun. Non-resident registration with payment begins on Feb. 2.
HEARING HEALTH
On Wednesdays, Feb. 9, 16 & 23 there will be Hearing Clinics offered from 1 to 3 p.m. This program is free and provides a hearing screening, ear wax removal, hearing aid cleaning and service by appointment. Call in advance to schedule a 20 minute appointment.
FEBRUARY MOVIES
The subject for our February Movie Days will be “Betty White Fan Favorite Movies and TV Episodes. Movie Days will be held on the following Thursdays at 1 p.m.:
Feb. 3 – “Golden Girls” in the season 1 episode, “In a Bed of Rose’s” Betty White’s performance as Rose Nyland earned her an Emmy Award, as she grapples with a death that reminds her of her late husband.
Feb. 10 – Saturday Night Live with Host Betty White – This season 35 episode of the popular late night skit show was hosted by Betty White in 2013.
Feb. 17 – The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1975) In this iconic Mary Tyler Moore Show episode, “Chuckles the Clown” a Minneapolis icon has died and the WJM crew cannot stop laughing. Betty White’s Sue Ann Nevins can’t keep it together at the funeral.
Feb. 24 – “Betty White Goes Wild (2013) National geographic takes a rare look into one of Betty White’s true passions – big cats! Head with her to the Los Angeles and San Diego zoos to get up close to lions, tigers and leopards.
If you’d like to join us for some or all of the shows, please sign up in advance.
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.
FRIENDS’ BINGO – BRING A FRIEND – ALL ARE WELCOME
Come and join us for Bingo at the senior center on Tuesday, Feb. 1 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.
BOOK CLUB MOVIE
Book Club members are invited to watch the movie, “The Woman in Gold” starring Ryan Reynolds and Helen Mirren. The movie will be shown at the senior center at 12 noon on Monday, February 7.
BEGINNER MAH JONGG FREE PLAY
Beginner Mah Jongg Free Play meets 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.
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.
MACKINAC MONDAY: HENRY FORD
Each month we will be presenting a program at the senior center associated with our trip to Mackinac Island in June 2022. These “Mackinac Mondays” will be held at 2 p.m. on the last Monday of each month through April. The programs are open to all, but may be especially interesting to our Mackinac Island travelers. On Monday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. our program will be a Henry Ford Documentary. Henry Ford has been described as the “Most Influential American Innovator.” This documentary will look into Henry Ford’s life and our Mackinac travelers will spend time at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. Sign up to reserve your seat.
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 tine 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.
PROGRAMS OFFERED BY FOXBORO RECREATION
Foxboro Recreation offers a wide variety of activities, including many adult programs. If you would like to register for any of the following programs (or any other Foxboro Rec programs) please contact Foxboro Recreation at 508-543-7255.
Let’s Paint – February 15 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., $25
Ladies Snowshoe/Trek – Thursday or Saturday, 3/10 or 4/16 from 9:45 to 11 a.m. $30
Adult Yoga in the Chapel – Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. $12 (drop in)
Candlelight Restorative Yoga – February 24 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. $45
Dog Training Class – Wednesdays in March from 6 to 8:45 p.m. $125
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