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THE WEEKLY GEM - October 3, 2022
Published on Oct 3, 2022 09:06
THE WEEKLY GEM
Foxborough Senior Center
October 3, 2022
SAFE DRIVING COURSE
The AARP will be offering a Safe Driving Course at the senior center on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. This course will provide a review of driving skills and techniques, as well as strategies and tips to help you adjust to normal age-related changes that may affect your driving ability. The primary goals of this course is to help reduce your likelihood of getting into a motor vehicle collision. The cost is $20 per person and must be paid when you register for the course.
HOLIDAY PARTY AT LAKEVIEW PAVILION
Please join us for our annual Holiday Celebration at the Lakeview Pavilion in Foxborough on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. The menu includes your choice of Pan Seared Chicken with Lemon Chablis Cream Sauce or Pan Seared Salmon with Sweet and Sour Glaze. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. and lunch will be served at 1 p.m. There will be a cash bar. The cost for Foxborough residents is $32 per person and the cost is $37 for Non-Residents. The tickets go on sale Oct. 3 and must be paid for at the time you sign up and get your ticket to reserve your seat.
FROM OCT. 3 – 14, 2022, FITNESS CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER WILL BE FREE!
From October 3rd through the 14th, all punch card eligible programs at the senior center will be free of charge for everyone. We hope you will all take a chance and try a new program to stay active before our winter season begins! So stop by and try something new.
CULTURAL DANCE
Starting in October, join Foxborough resident, Garmai “Mai” Sumo on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. as she teaches us dances from her native country of Liberia. Mai will provide a fun atmosphere to experience and learn new dance moves while exercising. The cost is $3 per class and this program is Punch Card eligible.
OCTOBER MOVIES
The theme for our October movies is “Steve Carell Dramas.” The following movies will be shown on Thursdays at the senior center at 1 p.m.;
Oct. 6 – “Crazy Stupid Love” – At 40 something, straight-laced Cal Weaver (Carell) is living the dream – good job, nice house, great kids, until it comes crashing doen. With help from a dating coach (Ryan Gosling) Cal learns how to be a hit once again.
Oct. 13 – “Little Miss Sunshine” – A dysfunctional family undertakes a 700 mile journey in a junky Volkswgon van to realize a little girl’s dream of being in a beauty pagent.
Oct. 20 – “The Way, Way Back” – An introverted teen’s dreaded summer vacation is transformed when he lands a job with the crewball crew of a local water park. (Filmed at Water Wizz in East Wareham, Mass.)
Oct. 27 – “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World” – Steve Carell and Keira Knightley form an unlikely bond as Armegeddon looms in the form of a killer asteroid in this unique, funny tale.
SPOOKTABULAR CONCERT AND TREATS
Join the Elderly Brother on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 4 p.m., as we celebrate the Halloween season with a concert showcasing the music you remember from the 1950’s – 60’s. Audience members will also enjoy candy from the time period. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Sign up in advance.
LEFT, RIGHT, CENTER
Left, Right, Center, or LRC, is a simple, yet very fun game. There is no skill needed to enjoy playing and it’s an opportunity to meet new friends. If you have never heard of this game, it is VERY easy to play. Join us starting Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 1:15 p.m., and continuing monthly every 2nd Wednesday at 1:15. Please sign up in advance.
WHAT COVERAGE IS BEST FOR ME?
Circumstances change. Every year during the open enrollment period, you have the opportunity to change your Medicare Supplemental Plan for the following year. Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 2 p.m. for the program “What Coverage is Best for Me?” This program provided by Blue Cross will leave you with an understanding of the type of supplemental plan that will work best for you. Reserve your seat in advance.
CARD MAKING CLASS
Are you a crafty person? Are you interested in learning a new skill? Helen Rice is hosting her famous card making class at the senior center on Thursday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. and every 2nd Thursday of the month. All supplies are included, and at the end of the class, you will have a beautiful handmade card for a future event! Please sign up to let us know you’ll be joining us.
SHINE PROGRAM
Join HESSCO SHINE Representative Stewart Broder at the senior center on Monday, Oct. 17 at 1 p.m. as he answers your questions on Open Enrollment in a group setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your Medicare questions answered during this Open Enrollment period. Call to sign up and we’ll save you a seat.
REVERSE THE AGING PROCESS II
Reverse the Aging Process II is a 6-week program that is a continuation of Reverse the Aging Process I. This program will be held at 11:45 a.m. on the following Mondays: Oct. 17, 24 31, Nov. 7, 14 & 21 and is facilitated by Steve Avellino. The cost for the 6 sessions is $42 per person and must be paid at the time you register.
TRACY’S TREASURES FALL CRAFT
Join crafter extraordinaire, Tracy Rozak, on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. as she guides us through creating a beautiful fall-themed craft. Please sign up in advance.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
The Low Vision Support Group will be meeting on Thursday, Oct. 20, 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
INTEGRITY EYE CARE
On Thursday, Oct. 20 at 1 p.m., Dr. Christina Herald, a mobile geriatric optometrist and founder of Integrity Eye Care will be at the senior center. Her mission is to help prevent social isolation by helping seniors connect through vision. In this presentation, Dr. Herald will provide important information on eye diseases and how to keep your eyes healthy. This program will be held during the Low Vision Support Group, but is open to all who are interested. Bring your questions to this important educational program where we will have the opportunity for a great discussion on eye health. Sign up in advance to let us know you’ll be joining us.
SCAMS & FRAUD SERIES
Starting Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 1:30 p.m. and continuing at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays Oct. 18 and Nov. 15, the AARP series “Scams and Fraud” will be held at the senior center. This 3-part series will focus on identifying and protecting yourself from scams 1) in emails, 2) on the phone, and 3) on the internet. Each meeting will include a follow-up discussion. Please sign up in advance.
BOOK CLUB
Our senior center Book Club will be meeting on Monday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. This program, led by Library Director Libby O’Neill, is designed for seniors who love to read and discuss books. If you are interested in taking part in the Book Club, sign up in advance.
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 October 3 at 1 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.
SECRETS OF THE COLOSSEUM
A new National Geographic series follows achaeologists on the front line, as they unearth Roman treasures across the world. Join us on Monday, Oct. 3 at 2:15 p.m. as we watch the episode, “Secrets of the Colosseum.” In this espisode, archaeologists reveal how the colosseum came to symbolize the might of Rome. Please sign up in advance.
HOW A LITTLE COLOR & A BRUSH CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE
On Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 2 p.m., artist Lynn Atwood will share a bit of her background and the benefits of painting, which includes improved cognitive functioning, dexterity, meeting people, self expression, the joy of creativity and much more! Sign up in advance to let us know if you’ll be joining us.
CRANBERRIES: NEW ENGLAND’S BOUNTY
Native Americans introduced European settlers to cranberries near what is now Plymouth. They used the versatile fruit for food, dye and medicine. The settlers learned to harvest wild cranberries and came to rely on them for nutrients and for bartering with their Native American neighbors. This presentation on “cranberries” by author Anthony Sammarco will be held at the senior center on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 4 p.m. Anthony will give us an insight into this incredible fruit that by the late 18th century were used to cure scurvy, and by the 20th century cranberries were big business from juice as well as sauce, and would become inseparable from turkey at Thanksgiving. Sign up in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR SENIORS
Join us for Steve Avellino’s next 6-week program “Strength and Conditioning for Seniors” on Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. This program is designed to combat osteopenia (start of bone loss) and sarcopenia (start of muscle loss). The program is facilitated by Steve Avellino EFT, CES, SSF, SSN. The classes will be held on the following Thursdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3 & 10. The cost is $42 per person and must be paid at the time you register.
MEN”S FITNESS
The next 6-week session of Men’s Fitness will begin on Thursday, Oct. 6 at 10:35 a.m. This program is designed to help senior males move and feel better. We’ll combine fitness with corrective exercise to alleviate joint pain and promote better mobility. The classes will be held on Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3 & 10 and the cost is $42 per person. This program is facilitated by Steve Avellino CFT, CES, SSF, SSN. Please sign up with your payment in advance.
1 ON 1 NUTRITION CONSULTATION
Registered Dietician, Kelsey McEntee, is at the Foxborough Senior Center on the 2nd Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon, and she is available for a 30 minute 1 on 1 nutrition consultation. Kelsey’s next visit to the senior center will be on Friday, Oct. 14. Call us to schedule an appointment, and come prepared with your questions about your health concerns.
UKULELE CLASSES – MIXED LEVEL
Join us for an 8-week program of Ukulele Classes at the senior center on the following 8 Tuesdays from 2 to 3 p.m.: Oct. 11,18, 25, Nov. 8, 15, 22, 29 & Dec. 13. Participants should have some experience, and should have completed the beginner ukulele class (but it is not required). The cost is $75 per person and must be paid at the time you sign up. Don’t miss out on the fun!
PSYCHIC MEDIUM DR. CATHY RIPLEY GREENE
Psychic Medium, Dr. Cathy Ripley Greene, will be back at the senior center once again on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cathy’s mission, and her gift, is to help others find clarity and inspiration through their connection to spirit. If you’ve always wondered, now is the time to join our group session. The cost is $20 per person, and a limited number of tickets are currently on sale at the senior center.
UKULELE CLASSES – MIXED LEVEL
Join us for an 8-week program of Ukulele Classes at the senior center on the following 8 Tuesdays from 2 to 3 p.m.: Oct. 11,18, 25, Nov. 8, 15, 22, 29 & Dec. 13. Participants should have some experience, and should have completed the beginner ukulele class (but it is not required). The cost is $75 per person and must be paid at the time you sign up. Don’t miss out on the fun!
SAVE THE DATE – HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
Are you a crafter and would you like to sell your treasures at our upcoming Holiday Craft Fair? If you’re interested, pick up an application at the front desk of the senior center. The fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the cost is $10 for a table to display your items for sale.
NEWPORT CHRISTMAS TRIP
Join us on Thursday, Dec. 8 for a festive and fun-filled day trip to Newport, RI. We will be traveling by motorcoach and leaving Foxborough at 8:30 a.m. from the side parking lot of St. Mary’s Church at 58 Carpenter Street. We will begin the day with a morning tour of the “Breakers” mansion. The holiday décor is sure to impress and put you in the Christmas spirit. Following our tour, we will have lunch at the Atlantic Resort. For lunch, you have a meal choice of Baked Stuffed Scrod or Chicken Piccata. After lunch, we are back to the mansions for a tour of the beautiful Marble House. Following this visit we will be back on the bus and head to the Festival of Lights at the LaSalette Shrine before heading back to Foxborough. The cost is $121 per person for Foxborough residents and $126 for non-residents. Sign-up for Foxborough residents with payment has begun and sign-up for nonresidents with payment will begin on Oct. 13.
SIGN UP FOR A TRIP TO ITALY IN APRIL 2023
The Foxborough Council on Aging & Human Services is planning a trip to Italy, specifically Rome and the Amalfi Coast, on April 9 through 18, 2023. Some of the highlights of our trip will include a walking tour of Classical Rome featuring a visit to the Colosseum, visiting the seaside resort of Sorrento, discovering the excavated ruins of Pompeii, sampling local specialties at a limoncello factory in Minori and enjoying a wine tasting and lunch at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius. The cost is $4,443 per person for a double and $5,243 for a single, with the opportunity to purchase optional tours. Sign up has begun. Trip flyers are available at the senior center or can be emailed to you upon request.
SENIOR SUPPER
Our monthly Senior Supper program focuses on a unique high quality catered meal. We hope you’ll join us for an evening out with friends on Wednesday, Sept. 28. This program will start at 4 p.m. and food will be served around 4:30. September’s meal will be Chicken Broccoli & Ziti with Pesto Vegetables and Caesar Salad. This cost is $5 and must be paid at the time you sign up.
HEARING HEALTH
On Wednesdays, Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 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.
“ROTTEN” DOCUSERIES
On Tuesdays at 11 a.m., join us as we view the series “Rotten.” This docuseries travels deep into the heart of the food supply chain to reveal unsavory truths and expose the hidden forces that shape what we eat. Sign up in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
PODIATRY CLINIC
Dr. Kelly McLaughlin is offering a Podiatry Clinic for Podiatric Foot Care and Screening at the senior center on the 1st Friday of every month from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The next clinic will be held on Friday, Oct. 7. The cost for each 15 minute appointment is $30. Please sign up and pay for your appointment in advance.
FRIENDS’ BINGO – BRING A FRIEND – ALL ARE WELCOME
Come and join us for Bingo at the senior center on Tuesday, Oct. 4 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.
1 ON 1 TECH SUPPORT
Join us on Monday mornings from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for our 1 On 1 Tech Support Program. During your 1 on 1 individualized tech support appointment, you will be able to get answers relating to phones, tablets or computers. Examples include troubleshooting, setting up a device, and other “how to” questions. Call us to set up an appointment.
VANGO DISCOVERY CLUB
The VanGo Discovery Club is traveling once again on Wednesdays. On our travel days we leave from the park at Booth Playground (80 South Street) at 10:15 a.m. and return to Foxborough by 4:30(ish). Registrants travel using the VanGo for an independent, self-guided exploration for 3 to 4 hours. The cost is $7 per person and must be paid at the time you sign up. The following Discovery Club trips have been scheduled on the following dates: Oct. 5 to Legacy Place, and; Oct. 19 Mystery Trip. Seats are limited, and you must sign up with your payment in advance.
WE’VE ADDED A 2ND FOLIAGE TURKEY TRAIN DATE
Due to popular demand, we have added an additional day trip to Meredith, NH. This added Turkey Train day trip has been scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 25. We’ll be leaving Foxboro at 9 a.m. from St. Mary’s Parking Lot at 58 Carpenter Street. In Meredith, we’ll board the Winnepesaukee “Turkey Train” at the Hobo Railroad. This 2-hour scenic train ride through the countryside of NH is complete with a delicious full turkey dinner complete with all the fixin’s! This exceptional turkey meal is provided by Hart’s Turkey Farm. Following the lunch train excursion, we board the motorcoach and head to Moulton Farms, in the heart of the Lakes Region. The farm dates back to the 1890’s, and you can browse their farm stand & garden center or you can pick up a treat at their bakery. The cost is $120 for Foxboro residents and $125 for non-residents. Registration with payment has begun. Join us for a fun day out, and enjoy some of our fall foliage.
EARLY BEGINNER MAH JONGG
Every Friday at 9 a.m., there is an Early Beginner Mah Jongg program at the senior center. This early beginner Mah Jongg free play group is for players who have only just recently started learning and may want to take each game a little slower than those who have played Mah Jongg for many years. Sign up and let us know you’ll be joining 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.
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 are held on Tuesdays from 1 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.
MAH JONGG FREE PLAY
Mah Jongg Free Play meets every Wednesday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sign up in advance if you’d like to join us.
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.
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.
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.
TABLE TOP GARDEN CLUB
The senior center Table Top Garden Club meets every Tuesday, at 10:45 a.m. at the senior center. Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 6 the Table Top Garden Club will begin meeting at 10:45 a.m. 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.
STRENGTH TRAINING
Our Strength Training classes are held every Wednesday morning at 8:45 a.m. Each week this program features stretching routines and exercises that focus on the core, legs, arms and shoulders. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible.
SENIOR FITNESS
Join is for our Senior Fitness classes on Friday mornings at 8:45 a.m. This class uses stretching, aerobics and hand-held weights, to focus on exercising the body from the neck to the ankles. Senior Fitness is designed for all levels of fitness. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible.
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.
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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