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THE WEEKLY GEM - December 4, 2023
Published on Dec 4, 2023 08:45
THE WEEKLY GEM
Foxborough Senior Center
December 4, 2023
“NOW AND THEN” – THE LAST “NEW” BEATLES SONG
Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 3:45 p.m. when we’ll be watching the poignant short film telling the story behind the Beatles “new” song “Now and Then.” This film includes exclusive footage and commentary from Paul, ringo, George, Dean Ono Lennon and Peter Jackson. Afterwards we will show the brand new (and final) Beatles son “Now and Then.” Sign up if you’d like to join us.
ALLY’S COOKIES AND MILK
Would you like to try a cookie that has been described as “life changing?” Ally’s Cookies has been a local vendor for almost 2 years, but now they have opened up a physical shop right here on Mechanic Street. In an effort to support a great local business, we invite you to try out a selection of Ally’s Cookies on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 4:30 p.m., and of course we’ll have some milk to wash them down! The cost is $2 per person. Please sign up in advance.
TRIP TO ENCORE CASINO
Join us at New England’s newest casino. We’ll be traveling by motorcoach to the Encore Casino on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 9 a.m. Try your luck with 2800+ slot machines, including classic favorites, automated tables, and the newest game tiles. Also enjoy 166 different table games. Each attendee will receive $20 in free slot play. The cost is $39 for Foxborough residents and $42 for non-residents. Registration for Foxborough residents begins at 11 a.m. on Dec. 11, and non-resident registration begins at 11 a.m. on Dec. 12. Payment is due at the time of registration.
MY ACTIVE CENTER TRAINING
Do you want to learn how to get online to register for our programs before anyone else? Come to this short training at the senior center on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 2:30 p.m. to learn! This class is designed for new learners. Sign up in advance.
DOPESICK
Explore the epicenter of America’s struggle with opioid addiction, from the boardrooms of Purdue Pharma, to a distressed Virginia mining community and to the hallways of the DEA. This award winning miniseries starring Michael Keaton will open your eyes to the ongoing issue of opioids. The video series will be shown at the senior center on the following Friday mornings at 10 a.m.: Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29, Jan. 5, 12, 19 & 26. Please sign up in advance.
ARMY/NAVY CHEER SQUAD
Prior to the Army/Navy Football Game, the Game Ball will be run from West Point and Annapolis to Gillette Stadium. When the Army runs through Foxborough, we will be hosting a group on The Common, on Friday, Dec. 8 from11 a.m. to 1 p.m., cheering them on. If you would like to join in on the cheering section, please sign up for future timing updates.
HAIR STYLING
Would you like to get your hair cut and styled in the comfort of the Foxborough Senior Center? Hair Stylist Laurie Nicklas is at the senior center every 4th Friday of each month, from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost per person is $15 for women and men. Due to the holiday season in December, Laurie will be having her hair styling appointments on Friday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon. Sign up with your payment in advance to schedule an appointment.
FBI SPECIAL PRESENTATION ON ELDER FRAUD
Join FBI Special Agent Sarah DeLair at the senior center on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 1:30 p.m. as she presents her program on financial abuse committed against older adults and how to protect against it. After the presentation, Sarah will discuss an unsolved fugitive investigation. Can you crack the case? Sign up in advance to reserve your seat.
ACOUSTIC MEMORIES
Join us at the senior center on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at 4 p.m. when Sean Fullerton will perform a solo acoustic sing-a-long, blues, soul, Rock N Roll and folk songs from the 1950’s through the 1980’s. Audience participation is strongly encouraged so please sign up in advance and join the fun!
FOXBOROUGH MEMORY CAFÉ
The Foxborough Memory Café is a welcoming place for individuals, families and friends of those living with memory changes. Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 19, and the third Tuesday of each month, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. for our Memory Café at the Foxborough Senior Center. In November, come listen, sing along, tap your feet and enjoy live music with Patrick Durkin. We respectfully ask caregivers to remain with their loved ones during this program. Please sign up in advance and we’ll save you a seat. If you have any questions, call us at 508-543-1234.
VETERANS’ CLUB
The mission of the Veterans’ Club is to create a listening session around veterans and their stories to ensure that this living history will never be forgotten. The Veterans Club meets at the senior center on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 2:30 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Monday, Dec. 4. Sign up in advance if you’d like to join us.
HAPPINESS FOR SENIORS
On Monday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m., author Henry Quinlan will present his program “Happiness for Seniors.” In this presentation, he will examine the effects of aging on happiness and how you can shift your priorities to change how your brain views aging while bringing new meaning to your life. Sign up in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Join actors Stephen Collins and Poornima Kirby for a funny, heartfelt journey through Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol” on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. This 1 hour adaptation shows Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation from a grumpy selfish misanthrope to a generous, wise and kindly man, full of Christmas spirit. With Stephen playing Scrooge and Poornima swiftly changing between the other characters, this fast paced, playful adaptation keeps the beauty and humor Dickens’ original text interspersed with melodious Christmas carols, and even a lively English folk dance. Come warm your heats and ring in the holiday season with this refreshing take on a familiar tale! A special thank you to the Friends of Foxborough Seniors for their generous financial support of this program. This program WILL fill up so please register early to guarantee yourself a seat.
HISTORY OF FILENES
William Filene opened a store in 1851 on Hanover Street in Boston’s North End. His sons Edward and Abraham were to become two of the most well-known businessmen in American and were responsible for turning their father’s clothing store in 1881into one of the world’s largest department stores. Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 3:45 p.m. when author and historian Anthony Sammarco will present a program on the History of Filenes at the senior center. He will provide an in depth history of Filenes and the “Automatic Bargain Basement.” Please sign up in advance.
WHERE TO NEXT, Y’ALL
On Monday, Dec. 18 at 2:30 p.m., join us at the senior center to hear about our upcoming trip down south to Nashville, Tennessee in Fall 2024. The Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry, BBQ, HonkyTonks and more will be on our itinerary! A representative from Collette will be here to tell us about the trip and to answer any questions you might have. Sign up to reserve your seat and don’t miss out on the fun.
KRIPALU YOGA
Yoga is the union between body, mind and spirit. Join us for an 8-week Kripalu Yoga class led by Lisa Cohen on Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. Everyone is welcome just as they are on their own personal journey towards greater non-judgmental self-awareness. There are no fitness pre-requisites to be able to develop a very meaningful and effective yoga practice, however, participants should be comfortable on the ground for an extended period of time with a yoga mat. The cost is $53 per person and the classes will meet at 12:15 p.m. on the following Thursdays: Nov. 9, 30, Dec. 14, 28, Jan 4, 11, 25 & Feb. 1. Please sign up in advance with your payment.
STUDENT BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS
We are excited to offer additional Blood Pressure Clinics at the senior center led by Medical Assistant Students from the Southeastern Regional High School on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The next appointments for the month of December will be on Dec. 12. Call us to make an appointment.
BOOK CLUB
Our senior center Book Club will be meeting on Monday, Jan. 8 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, please sign up in advance.
1 ON 1 NUTRITION COUNSULTATION
Registered Dietitian, Kelsey McEntee, is at the Foxborough Senior Center on the 1st Tuesday 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 Tuesday, Dec. 5. Call us to schedule an appointment, and come prepared with your questions about your health concerns.
HOLIDAY PARTY AT LAKEVIEW PAVILION
Holiday season is just around the corner. Join us for our annual Holiday Celebration at the Lakeview Pavilion in Foxborough on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. The menu includes your choice of Honey Crumb Chicken with Mustard Veloutte Sauce or Herb Crusted Cod. The doors will be 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 $34 per person and the cost is $39 for non-residents. The tickets are now on sale at the senior center and must be paid for at the time you sign up and get your ticket to reserve your seat.
NECK AND SHOULDERS FOR SENIORS
Steve Avellino’s next Monday morning program will be “Neck and Shoulder Correctives for Seniors,” and will run on the following 6 Mondays at 11:45 a.m.: Nov. 13, 20 & 27, Dec. 4, 11 & 18. This 6-week program is designed to release stress and increase mobility in the shoulder region. You will also address the cervical and thoracic spine for better posture and balance. The program is facilitated by Steve Avellino, EFT, CES, SSF, SSN and the cost is $42 per person. Sign up in advance with your payment.
FASCIA TRAINING II
Steve Avellino’s next Thursday morning program will be “Fascia Training II for Seniors” and will run on the following six Thursdays at 9 a.m.: Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4 & 11. This 6-week program is designed to continue and to build upon our study and work with fascia (connective tissue in our body). We will continue with fascial line activation and rejuvenation, but we will also add movements to try to regain some of the elasticity of our fascia. This program is facilitated by Steve Avellino EFT, CES, SSF, SSN and the cost is $42 per person. Sign up in advance with your payment.
SENIOR WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUP
Ladies, join us on the 2nd Monday of each month at 11 a.m. for our Senior Women’s Discussion Group. The next meeting will be on Monday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. It’s time to gather and discuss the joys and challenges of aging, both physically and emotionally, our experiences as we evolve into this chapter of our lives, what our “happy place” is and many other topics of interest. Collectively, we share our wisdom and the perspective we have gained over the course of our lives in a safe non-judgmental place. This group is facilitated by former Taylor School teacher, Marilyn Goldman. Sign up if you’d like to join us.
LUNCHEON OUTING
Our next luncheon outing will be on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. at Conrad’s Restaurant. Call us to sign up by Monday, Dec.18 and meet us at the restaurant on the 20th. For those who require van transportation, arrangements must be made by Monday the 18th.
DECEMBER SENIOR SUPPER
Our Monthly Senior Supper program focuses on a unique high quality catered mean. Join us for an evening out with friends on Wednesday, Dec. 27 when we will be serving Homestyle Meatloaf and Fingerling Potatoes. The program will start at 4 p.m. and food will be served around 4:30. The cost is $8 per person and must be paid in advance when you sign up.
Q& A WITH THE TOWN MANAGER
Join us in a conversation with Paige Duncan, Foxborough’s Acting Town Manager on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 12:30 p.m. Paige will provide updates on town proceedings and, if time allows, a Question and Answer session. Sign up in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
We are holding a monthly Men’s Breakfast during the winter months. Come enjoy a great breakfast of scrambled eggs, breakfast sausages and potatoes with friends on Thursday, Dec. 28 at 8:45 a.m. The cost is $3 per person. Please sign up in advance with your payment.
FRIENDS’ BINGO – BRING A FRIEND – ALL ARE WELCOME
Come and join us for Bingo at the senior center on Tuesday, Dec. 5 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.
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, Dec. 13 at 1:15 p.m., and continuing monthly every 2nd Wednesday at 1:15. Please sign up 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, Dec. 14 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.
CRAFT WITH TRACY
Join Tracy Rozak at the senior center on Monday, Dec. 18 at 11 a.m.as she leads the group in making a fun seasonal craft. This program is free and all supplies are included. Please sign up in advance to save your seat.
HEARING HEALTH
On Wednesdays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27 there are Hearing Clinics offered at the senior center from 1 to 4 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.
NOVEMBER MOVIE DAYS
The theme for November’s Movie Days is Agatha Christie’s Adapted Films. The following movie will be shown on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the senior center:
November 28 – “Death on the Nile” (2022) – Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot’s (Kenneth Branagh) Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple’s idyllic honeymoon is tragically cut short. Please sign up in advance if you’d like to join us.
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.
REPRESENTATIVE JAY BARROWS OFFICE HOUR
Join Representative Jay Barrows at the senior center on Tuesday, Jan. 23 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 Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. Sign up in advance.
MEN’S FITNESS
The 6-week Men’s Fitness program is designed to help senior males move and feel better. We combine fitness with corrective exercise to alleviate joint pain and promote better mobility. This program is facilitated by Steve Avellino CFT, CES, SSF, SSN and the next session of classes with be held on the following Thursdays at 10:35 a.m.: Dec. 7, 14, 21, 81, Jan 4 & 11. The cost is $42 per person and must be paid at the time you sign up.
TRIP TO THE BOSTON POPS HOLIDAY CONCERT
In a few short months you’ll be thinking about getting into the holiday spirit, so plan on joining us on Thursday, December 14 for a trip into Boston for an afternoon performance of the Holiday Pops at Symphony Hall. Enjoy a program filled with holiday music favorites, the traditional Pops sing-a-long, and even a visit from jolly old Santa Claus. Before the show, we will go to the Cheesecake Factory for a delicious lunch. We’ll be traveling by motorcoach and leaving Foxborough at 11 a.m. The cost is $175 for Foxborough residents and $180 for non-residents. We have started a waiting list for this program.
THEATER WORKSHOPS
Every Wednesday from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., our Theater Workshop meets at the senior center. Learn character portrayal by reading scripts (mostly comedy). This fun workshop is led by Evie Rayburg and Jeanne Bonneau, and does NOT require memorization, costumes or production. Please sign up in advance.
SERENADING SENIORS CHORUS
The “Serenading Seniors” is a friendly, fun group of singers who meet weekly at the senior center for rehearsals and occasional performances at local venues. This group meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and is accepting new members. You don’t have to be a singing expert to be a part of the group, so if you’re interested in joining, please call Serenading Senior Director Jeanne Bonneau at 508-543-8940.
REFLEXOLOGY
On Friday, Dec. 15, and on the 3rd Friday of each month, the senior center is offering reflexology appointments from 9 a.m. to noon. 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 $45 per half hour appointment. Sign up with your payment to schedule an appointment.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
The Low Vision Support Group will be meeting on Thursday, Dec. 21 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
TRIP TO IRELAND IN 2024
On June 22 to July 1, 2024, we will be traveling on a 10 day/9 night trip to Ireland. We’ll be starting off in Dublin and traveling on to Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, Limerick and Galway. Along the way we’ll be visiting the Blarney Stone, Ring of Kerry and the Cliffs of Moher, ending the trip with an overnight stay on the stately grounds of Cabra Castle. The cost is $4,129 per person/double, $4,729 per single, and $4,099 per person/triple. Registration for this trip has begun. Trip flyers with all the travel details are available at the senior center or can be emailed to you upon request. We have started a “wait list” for this trip, so please let us know if you are interested and would like to be added to that list.
ORGANIZED PICKLEBALL TIME FOR SENIORS
Foxborough’s new Pickleball courts on Payson Road have been reserved for use by seniors on Friday mornings between 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. If seniors would like to play Pickleball at the new courts, please call the senior center at 508-543-1234 to sign up in advance.
CHESS
Calling all Chess players! On Friday mornings, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., come to the senior center and have fun playing chess with new friends while competing in this strategic board game while enjoying a cup of coffee and a donut. Please sign up in advance to let us know you’ll be joining us.
TABLE TOP GARDEN CLUB
Our Table Top Garden Club, under the direction of Marsha Lewicke, will resume meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. in anticipation of spring. Everyone is welcome, no previous gardening experience is necessary.
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.
CRAFT GROUP
It’s time to work on your crafts in a group setting with friends. Join us at the senior center on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. If you’d like to participate, bring your craft to work on, such as knitting, embroidering, cross stitching, beading, diamonding, hand quilting or whatever small craft you may choose. This group meets every Thursday at 1 p.m., except for the 3rd Thursday of each month. Sign up in advance.
SELF DEFENSE CLASSES
Every Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m., our Tai Chi Instructor Elijah Swain will be providing a weekly self-defense class for seniors who are looking for the basics to protect themselves against potential threats. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible.
EARLY BEGINNER MAH JONGG
The Early Beginner Mah Jongg program meets at the senior center every Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m., except for the 1st Tuesday of each month. 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.
BRIDGE LESSONS
Bridge is a card game that is played all over the world, in person and online. Bridge lessons at the senior center, with instructor Sunil Trivedi, will now be held on Tuesdays at the NEW time of 11:30 a.m. This program will introduce new players to this international card game. Please sign up if you’d like to join us.
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.
TAI CHI
Start your day with the peaceful meditation and movement of Tai Chi led by instructor Elijah Swain on Tuesday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Elijah is a 9th Degree black belt and owns the Tai Jing Academy. The cost is $3 per class and is punch card eligible. Thank you to the Friends of Foxboro Seniors for helping to fund this program.
CHAIR YOGA
Chair Yoga classes are held at the senior center every Monday morning at 9:15 a.m. under the direction of Lisa Cohen. 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 12:30 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.
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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