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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-04-00-COA-newsletterTELEPHONE 781 - 861 -0194 FAX 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren MacNeil lmacneil @ci. lexington. ma. us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell @ci. lexington. ma. us SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR Kelly Magee kmagee@ci.lexington.ma.us SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE To be filled PROGRAM CLERK Elisabeth Coble ecoble@ci. lexington. ma. us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Muriel Meade ADULT DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS' AGENT Winston "Pat" Flynn COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani Don Chisholm Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mark Barons Becki Clarke Marie Hill Beverly Kelley Susan O'Keefe SELECTMAN LIAISON Richard Pagett Get the Facts on Alcohol... As part of National Alcohol Screening Day on April 7, 2005, the Lexington Social Services Department is hosting a one -day outreach, education and screening event designed to educate the public about alcohol and allow individuals to seek help in a non - threatening, easily accessi- ble manner. Learn how alcohol affects health, talk with a social worker or health professional, and get educational information for yourself, a friend, or family member. Referral to treatment services provided. Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment. You can also go online at www. NationalAlcohoIScreeningDay.org for more information about the project. Bring a Friend and Join us for Lunch in April Via Lago at the Senior Center — Monday, April 11 noon. Menu includes a sandwich, (choice of Smoked Ham & Brie, Tuna Salad, Roasted Chicken & Mango, or Grilled Vegeta- bles with Swiss & Dijon Mustard) tortellini salad, dessert, and beverage. Indicate choice of sandwich when registering with the receptionist. Register by Friday, April 8. $3. Springtime Luncheon — Thursday, April 28, noon. Menu includes: fresh fruit cup, Shrimp Saute with clam sauce (prepared by an onsite chef), penne pasta, tossed salad, rolls, peach crisp and beverage. Register by Monday, April 25. $3. "Just Write" — Introduction to Creative Writing Three Sessions: Tuesdays, April 5, 12, & 26 — 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Our life experiences offer rich materials for articles and short stories. Awaken the creative muse within and begin writing! Learn the basic techniques on how to get started. Information is given about a writer's notebook and the writing process. Free verse will be introduced and tips on publication issues will be offered. Jill Braceland of Managing Change will present this three -part writing seminar. Free to all participants. Sign up early... registration is limited. Senior Tax Work Off Program Applications are being accepted through July 15, 2005 from Lexington seniors in- terested in participating in this program. Please remember that all participants must reapply each year. Lexington property owners over 60 can reduce their property taxes by up to $750 per year by working for the Town of Lexington. Reductions are made to third and /or forth quarter tax bills. Income must not exceed $36,750 for single applicants and $42,000 for married applicants. Call Elisabeth at 781- 861 -0194 with questions or to request an application. PA TRIO TS 9 DA Y PARADE Monday, April 18 As in past years, LEXPRES S will be part of the Lexington Patriots' Day Parade. Senior citizens wishing to represent the Senior Center and ride or walk with the bus are invited. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Sign up with the Senior Center receptionist by Thursday, April 14. Meet at Lexington Fire Station Parking Lot 45 Bedford Street Meeting time is 12:15 pm Lunch is served on the bus at parade staging site Return to Bedford Street Fire Station, at approximately 3:3 0 pm. Lexington S enior C enter & NON- PROFIT Social Services Department U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA Newsletter PERMIT NO. �—, 59348 April 2005 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED No. 294 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 htt : / /ci. lexington. ma. us TELEPHONE 781 - 861 -0194 FAX 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren MacNeil lmacneil @ci. lexington. ma. us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell @ci. lexington. ma. us SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR Kelly Magee kmagee@ci.lexington.ma.us SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE To be filled PROGRAM CLERK Elisabeth Coble ecoble@ci. lexington. ma. us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Muriel Meade ADULT DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS' AGENT Winston "Pat" Flynn COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani Don Chisholm Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mark Barons Becki Clarke Marie Hill Beverly Kelley Susan O'Keefe SELECTMAN LIAISON Richard Pagett Get the Facts on Alcohol... As part of National Alcohol Screening Day on April 7, 2005, the Lexington Social Services Department is hosting a one -day outreach, education and screening event designed to educate the public about alcohol and allow individuals to seek help in a non - threatening, easily accessi- ble manner. Learn how alcohol affects health, talk with a social worker or health professional, and get educational information for yourself, a friend, or family member. Referral to treatment services provided. Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment. You can also go online at www. NationalAlcohoIScreeningDay.org for more information about the project. Bring a Friend and Join us for Lunch in April Via Lago at the Senior Center — Monday, April 11 noon. Menu includes a sandwich, (choice of Smoked Ham & Brie, Tuna Salad, Roasted Chicken & Mango, or Grilled Vegeta- bles with Swiss & Dijon Mustard) tortellini salad, dessert, and beverage. Indicate choice of sandwich when registering with the receptionist. Register by Friday, April 8. $3. Springtime Luncheon — Thursday, April 28, noon. Menu includes: fresh fruit cup, Shrimp Saute with clam sauce (prepared by an onsite chef), penne pasta, tossed salad, rolls, peach crisp and beverage. Register by Monday, April 25. $3. "Just Write" — Introduction to Creative Writing Three Sessions: Tuesdays, April 5, 12, & 26 — 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Our life experiences offer rich materials for articles and short stories. Awaken the creative muse within and begin writing! Learn the basic techniques on how to get started. Information is given about a writer's notebook and the writing process. Free verse will be introduced and tips on publication issues will be offered. Jill Braceland of Managing Change will present this three -part writing seminar. Free to all participants. Sign up early... registration is limited. Senior Tax Work Off Program Applications are being accepted through July 15, 2005 from Lexington seniors in- terested in participating in this program. Please remember that all participants must reapply each year. Lexington property owners over 60 can reduce their property taxes by up to $750 per year by working for the Town of Lexington. Reductions are made to third and /or forth quarter tax bills. Income must not exceed $36,750 for single applicants and $42,000 for married applicants. Call Elisabeth at 781- 861 -0194 with questions or to request an application. PA TRIO TS 9 DA Y PARADE Monday, April 18 As in past years, LEXPRES S will be part of the Lexington Patriots' Day Parade. Senior citizens wishing to represent the Senior Center and ride or walk with the bus are invited. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Sign up with the Senior Center receptionist by Thursday, April 14. Meet at Lexington Fire Station Parking Lot 45 Bedford Street Meeting time is 12:15 pm Lunch is served on the bus at parade staging site Return to Bedford Street Fire Station, at approximately 3:3 0 pm. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — April 2005 Page 2 April Program Highlights Trusts and Probate. Tuesdays, 9:30 am -11:30 am. An ongoing member - directed class which discusses the use of wills, trusts and probate in estate planning, as well as many aspects of senior living and town affairs. Class members all contribute to the discussions with their experience and points of view. World Affairs Study Group. Tuesdays, 2:00 pm. The World Affairs Group continues to meet in the Conference Room. Although Dr. Rathore has been unable to attend recently, he wants us to continue until he is able to meet with us again. The format is discussion about world affairs followed by approximately 30 minutes of current issues in the US. New people are always welcome. The Thursday Social Group. Thursdays, 10 -11:30 am. For those in retirement, everyday can seem like Saturday! For some, it's an adventure; for others, they need a few ideas about how to fill their days. Join comrades in retirement as we get together for coffee & conversation. Afternoon Movies. Monday, April 4, 1:00 pm. Shall We Dance? (2004) Starring Richard Gere and Jennifer Lopez. An overworked accountant sees a beautiful dance instructor, and in order to get to know her better, decides Y- -' to sign up for ballroom dancing lessons. 95 Minutes. PG -13 Wednesday, April 20, 1:00 pm. Ray (2004) Starring Jamie Foxx & Regina King. Biographical drama about American music legend Ray Charles, who went blind at a young age but nevertheless became one of the most successful and influential musicians of the 20th century. 155 Minutes. PG -13 . Computer Club. Wednesday, April 6, 9:45 am - 11:00 am. George Gamota — The current state of web searching; reviewing the history of search engines; and tools and techniques for searching the internet. Wednesday, April 20, 9:45 am - 11:00 am. Shelby Kashket — Features of Microsoft PowerPoint. ♦ Advanced Quilting. Thursdays, April 7 - May 26, 9:00 am. Students will continue to explore advanced machine - piecing techniques. We will work on a sampler quilt and each week will involve a demonstration of a different quilt block design. Register with the receptionist. $42. ♦ Beginner/Intermediate Quilting. Thursdays, April 7 - May 26, 1:00 am. Beginners, learn the basics of quilting, including hand and machine techniques. Intermediates, improve accuracy and learn more speed techniques. We will make a sampler quilt and work on a different block each week. Register with the receptionist. $42. Lexington Veteran's Group. Monday, April 11, 1:15 pm. In the Meeting Room at Cary Library. Robert Palter will speak and show video highlights about World War II based upon Cornelius Ryan's book, "A Bridge Too Far." Our meetings are free, and all are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served. A Day of Beauty. Minuteman Salon at Minuteman Regional High School, 758 Marrett Road. Wednesday, April 13, 9:30 am. Manicures - regular $3.00, oil $3.50. Facials - $3.00. Hair set or blow dry $7.00. Choose 1 or 2 services only. Pay on your own. Tipping is allowed. Stay for lunch at 11:30. Follow signs from Marrett Road to visitor parking lot. Enter by nearest door. Salon is on the 2nd floor and is handicapped accessible. Register with receptionist by 10 am on April 8. Monthly Birthday Lunch. Thursday, April 14, noon. Join the daily luncheon program for our monthly celebration of birthdays! Make reservations by 11:00 on Wednesday, April 13. Be sure to tell us if you'll be celebrating your own birthday with us! All welcome... bring a friend! Flip Fold Photo Album — Creative Crafts! Tuesday, April 19, 9:30 am -11:00 am. This little album is a handy and impressive way to keep a group of photos together. It can be slipped into your purse, easily mailed or added to a larger album to maximize space. Bring eight photographs that are all the same size. The photos will be pasted or taped together, but otherwise will not be cut or ruined in any way. Program is free. Register with the receptionist. Sponsored by the Friends of the Council on Aging. Book Presentation - The Stranger in My Mirror and Other Reflections, by Rose Mula. Wednesday, April 27, 10:00 am. If you have ever looked in the mirror and wondered who that old person is staring back at you, this collection of humorous essays is for you. It will help you smile not only about the inevitability of aging but even about the unstable stock market, the frustrations of dealing with voice mail and menu choices, the generation gap, challenges of the computer age, and almost everything else that annoys or gratifies you, no matter how old or young you are. A delightful potpourri of rants, nostalgia, and just plain fun. Rose will be available to sign copies of her book after the talk. Please register with the receptionist. Please check our calendar on Page 4 for other programs we offer! Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — April 2005 Page 3 Transportation Options... • LEXPRESS. The Town of Lexington's mini -bus service is wheelchair equipped and ADA compliant. The service operates six fixed routes; each route runs once per hour. Service is from 7:00 am to 6:25 pm, Monday through Fri- day. There is no service on Saturday, Sunday, or legal holidays. LEXPRESS Route No. 1 stops at the Senior Center entrance at 12:48 pm, 1:48 pm and upon request. LEXPRESS connects with the MBTA, Burlington B -Line, and Lowell Regional Transit. Fare for seniors is $.75. Transfers within the LEXPRESS system are $.25. For riders on Route No. 5 going to Burlington, a $.25 surcharge applies. An annual senior pass is available for $125. For more information call 781- 861 -1210 or www.lexpress.us. • MBTA Buses. As part of the regional bus system, Routes #62 and #76 service Lexington and provide a link to Ale- wife Station and the Red Line to Boston. The general fare of $1. Senior Citizen Discount Pass (65 +) fare is $.25. Requires Senior Citizen Pass ID obtained by submitting an application to the MBTA. Call 617-222-5438 for info. • FISH (Friendly Independent Sympathetic Help) is a high- regarded private volunteer organization founded in 1972 that offers people free rides to medical appointments. FISH's 120 volunteers provide some 150 round trips per month. Your help is needed. If you can use a phone, drive a car and can volunteer one day a month, you can play a pivotal role in maintaining this essential service. To volunteer call 781 - 862 -0375. • Housing Villages Stop & Shop Bus. On Tuesdays and Fridays, a C &W school bus transports residents from the three Lexington Housing Villages to Stop & Shop. The destination on Tuesday is the Lexington Stop & Shop and on Friday the Bedford Stop & Shop. Service begins at 8:50 am at Countryside Village followed by stops at Vyne- brook and Greeley. The bus leaves Stop & Shop at 10:30 am to return to each of the Villages. Free service comple- ments of Stop & Shop. • MBTA "The Ride "... For residents with mobility issues who are unable to use public transportation. The applica- tion process involves input from a health care professional who must complete the Application for Certification of ADA Paratransit Eligibility. Rides can be scheduled from 14 days before the trip to 4:00 pm the day before. Contact the MBTA Office for Transportation Access at 617- 222 -5123 for more information. For Your Information . . . MILES, the Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education for Seniors, based at Middlesex Community College, in- vites you to their opening session on Wednesday, March 16, at 1:30 in Cafe East, Campus Center, Middlesex Com- munity College, 591 Springs Road, Bedford. Hear jazz singer, Alice Groves, and learn about our spring classes, which start on March 28. For more information, call 781-280-3663. Door-To-Door Book Delivery. Can't get to the library? Let Cary Memorial Library bring books and other li- brary materials to you! We're happy to deliver hardcover or paperback books, large print books, books on tape, vid- eos, CD's, magnifiers and the full range of library materials to you. Call the Reference Desk at 781 - 862 -6288. Lexington Sinfonietta, Cary Memorial Hall. April 9, 8:00 pm. A final gala concert of the Sinfonietta's 10th anniversary season featuring English and American music in celebration of Patriots' Week. Opening guests include Lexington Minutemen, William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps, and the LHS Madrigal Singers. Local soloists include Paul Carlson and Danielle Boudrot performing "Night Music" by Arthur Foote, with additional works by Malcolm Arnold and Leonard Bernstein. Pre - concert talk with conductor Jonathan McPhee at 7 pm. Tickets $25/ $20 (students $12/$10). Tickets available at Wales Copy Center or by calling 781 - 863 -9581. Alzheimer's Disease — Options for Managing Challenging Behaviors, an informational forum for family members and caregivers, Monday, April 11, 8 am to 10:30 am, Emerson Hospital in Concord. Registration and continental breakfast will be from 8:00 to 8:30. Dr. Paul Raia and Dr. James Ellison will speak on communication techniques, environmental adaptations and use of medications. A $5.00 registration fee per person will be charged; your parking ticket will be validated. Space is limited. Please pre- register by calling Valerie at 978 - 897 -7455 or e- mailing johnsongthehearth.org. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association and the Liberty Alzheimer's Partnership. Save the Date! "The Thriving Spirit of Alzheimer's. " Thursday, May 5, 9 am - 12 pm. National Heritage Museum — Lexington. Minuteman Senior Services presents a very special caring conversation with the Reverend Kathleen Rusnak, PhD. A frequent sentiment of many professional and family caregivers is that persons with ad- vanced Alzheimer's disease have lost the essence of who they are. This belief can lead to a decrease in desire, time, and energy caregivers invest with patients. Dr. Rusnack takes a deep look into the concept of personhood that sup- ports this view and gives examples of its moral, ethical, and social consequences in history. Dr. Rusnak's alterna- tive views challenge participants into a more spiritual analysis of human nature and worth. Please pre- register at 781- 221 -7067 or RSVPgminutemansenior.org. Suggested donation of $5. RN & SS CEUs available. April 2 005 nl r n r Programs e o e to Page 4 MONDAY I TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Windowpane Shop Library f Fiat It Shop. 9:00 1 Stretch & Bend New Hours Books Puzzles -- A great place to get 9:30 Foursome Bridge Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays Videos — DVD's those small items 9:30 Yoga & Fridays 10 am - 2 pm repaired. Hours are 9:35 60+ Fitness Monday, Tuesday, Thursdays 9 y am - 12 . p m 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe Donations of spring and 1:00 Current Events summer clothes are needed and Thursday, Friday Drop off and pick up 1:30 Bingo will be accepted p 10:00 am - 2:00 pm during these time only. 2 -4 Ping Pong Labor free - repair parts at cost. Monday - Friday Donations accepted. 8:30 am - 4:30 p m. 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 4 9:00 5 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 6 9 -12 Fix -It -Shop 7 9:00 Stretch & Bend 8 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:30 Trusts & Probate 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 Quilting 9:30 Yoga 10:30 Lexington Reads 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs. Social Group 9:35 60+ Fitness 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 "Just Write" 9:45 Computer Club 10:00 Blood Pressure 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 SHINE 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe Senior Center 1:00 Current Events 1:00 Afternoon Movie 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 2 -4 Ping Pong 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:30 Bingo 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 1:30 Pool 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 1:00 Quilting 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Chorus 1:15 Line Dancing 2:00 World Affairs 2:00 Caregiver's Group 11 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch &Bend 12 9:00 13 Stretch & Bend 9 -12 14 Fix -It -Shop 9:00 15 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese Srs 9:30 Bridge Foursome Bride 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:30 Trusts &Probate 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 Quilting 9:30 Yoga 12:00 Via Lago's Lunch 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs. Social Group 9:35 60+ Fitness 1:00 Scrabble 12:00 Choice Meal 10:00 Blood Pressure 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:15 Veteran's Group/ 1:00 SHINE Chinese Countryside 1:00 Current Events Cary Library 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 1:00 Asian Support 12:00 Birthday Lunch — 1:30 Bingo 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 1:30 Pool 1:00 Bereavement Lex Cafe 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Chorus 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:00 Quilting 2:00 World Affairs 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 1:15 Line Dancing 18 19 20 21 22 9:00 Stretch & Bend 8:30 Podiatry Clinic Patriot Day 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9 -12 Fix -It -Shop 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:30 English/Chinese Srs 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:30 Trusts & Probate 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:00 Quilting 9:30 Yoga 9:30 Creative Crafts 9:45 Computer Club 10:00 Thurs. Social Group 9:35 60+ Fitness 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10:00 Blood Press /Greeley 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 SHINE 1:00 Afternoon Movie 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Current Events 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 1:00 Prostate Cancer 1:00 Quilting 1:30 Bingo 1:30 Pool 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:15 Line Dancing 2 -4 Ping Pong Senior Center 1:30 Chorus 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 2:00 Caregiver's Group Closed 2 :00 World Affairs 25 26 27 28 29 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9 -12 Fix -It -Shop 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese Srs 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:30 Trusts & Probate 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 Quilting 9:30 Yoga 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs.Social Group 9:35 60+ Fitness 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 "Just Write" 10:00 Book Talk 10:00 Blood Press /Vynbrk 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Parkinson's Support 1:00 SHINE 12:00 Choice Meal 12:00 Shrimp Saute Lunch 1:00 Current Events 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 1:00 English/Chinese Srs Chinese 1:00 Quilting 1:30 Bingo 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Pool 1:00 Asian Support 1:15 Line Dancing 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Chorus 1:00 Bereavement 2:00 World Affairs 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — April 2005 ON THE MOVE 1 . Day and Overnight trips for Lexington Seniors Page 5 Trip reservations can be made by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Reservations cannot be made by phone Make checks payable to COA Recreation. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations made only if the vacancy is filled Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum $44 Wednesday, April 13, 2005 Join us for this visit to the renown Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum for a guided tour of its art collection. Built to evoke a 15th century Venetian palace, the Museum has over 2,000 art objects paintings, sculpture, furniture, drawings, silver, illuminated manuscripts from ancient Rome, Medieval Europe, Renaissance Italy, and 19th century France and America. The beautiful courtyard will be in bloom with spring flowers, including the hanging nasturtiums. A complete luncheon will be served in the Gardner Cafe, with your choice of entree from the menu. Trip Code TO5 -23. Depart 10:30 am; return 3:30 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. A Tour of Fenway and Sam Adams Brewery $40 Thursday, April 28, 2005 Join us for a behind- the - scenes look at America's oldest active Major League baseball park as we walk across the field where Red Sox legends have been made and get a glimpse behind the famed "Green Monster." There will be time to shop at the Souvenir Store before we go to the Boston Beer Works for lunch. The menu includes choice of appetizer; entree (turkey and Swiss panini, chicken and broccoli with pasta, or fish & chips; and dessert. After lunch, it's on to the Sam Adams Brewery for a tour of their facility. Trip Code T05 -27. Depart at 8:30 am and return at 4:00 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Road. Suffolk Downs $29 Wednesday, May 18, 2005 Always a favorite, a day at the races. Thoroughbred horseracing at Suffolk Downs, including a full buffet luncheon and a chance to wager on the trifecta. We will be seated in the enclosed dining area with open views of the races. Trip Code T05 -25. Depart 11:15 am and return 5:00 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Road. Foxwoods Casino $22 Monday, May 23, 2005 Try your luck at any of Foxwood's 6,400 slot machines, 3 54 gaming tables, or Keno. The package includes a $10 food coupon and a $15 Keno coupon. Trip Code T05 -26. Depart at 7:30 am and return at 6:30 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Road. 3 Day Brandywine, Wilmington, Delaware $349 double; 439 single; 329 triple Thurs., Fri., Sat., June 16-18, 2005 Travel to a unique area of Delaware, rich in history and beauty. We will visit Winterthur, the former home of the du Ponts, one of the few surviving great American country estates. There will be a guided tour of the home and a chance to walk through the gardens. A visit will be made to the Brandywine River Museum, internationally known for its collection of art, including those of the three generations of the Wyeths. There will be an evening at the Three Bakers Dinner Theatre for dinner and entertainment. A visit will be made to Longwood Gardens, a horticultural showplace of 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. The trip includes two nights at the Wilmington Doubletree Hotel, 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners; and admission to all museums. Deposit of $50 required at registration; final payment due May 4. Travel insurance available for $20 per person. Trip Code TO5 -24. Departure time to be announced. Park at the DPW, 201 Bedford St., Lexington. "Lexington Reads" Comes to the Senior Center. This town -wide book club is aimed at bringing our diverse town together around one great book and important ideas. Lexington resident, Harvard Professor and Naturalist E.O. Wilson's book "The Future of Life" has been chosen as the book for this year. In addition to the educational and com- munity- building goals, this particular book was chosen to raise awareness of the critical environmental issues facing us in the 21 st century. On Monday, April 4, from 10:30 to 12:00, there will be a discussion group at the Senior Center on Wilson's book, led by members of the Lexing- ton Reads committee. The book is available at the Senior Center library, Cary Memorial Library, and Sundial Book- store. Lexington Reads hope is that sharing a common book among people of all ages in town adds richness and depth to the experience of reading as well as fostering com- munity. There are programs being held throughout the schools on this book and its themes, as well as public events for people of all ages. The program culminates at Hancock Church on April 16 at 7:30 pm with a talk by Bill McKibben, well -known environmentalist who grew up in Lexington. Library Lines ... The Library at the Senior Center has a good selection of audio tapes for the pleasure of those patrons who have visual difficulties. Even those who do not have limited vision find a talking book a pleasant ex- perience while doing other tasks around the house good company! We would welcome more donations of these talking books to add to our collection. Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed! Please help us get food to house bound seniors in Lexing- ton! Volunteer one day a week or one day a month. Deliv- ery time is between 11 am & 1 pm. Call Rosemary McLaughlin at Minuteman Senior Services at 781 -272- 7177 ext. 7083 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Volunteer at the Senior Center! • Callers for Bingo ...Fridays from 1:30 to 3:30. • Be a substitute receptionist for various shifts or volun- teer to work in our Library. • Work the register in our Windowpane Shop Wednes- days or Fridays. Call the Senior Center to inquire about these and other Volunteer Opportunities. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — April 2005 Page 6 Senior Center Exercise Classes Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 9:30 - 10:30 $30.00 Fridays May 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30 - 10:30 $24.00 Develop strength, flexibility, and balance, and improve overall physical and mental well -being using time - honored yoga movements, postures, and breathing exercises. Exercises will be adapted to meet individual needs; all levels welcome. Please bring a blanket. Register in advance with Senior Center receptionist. Drop -in Exercise Programs... Stretch & Bend. Large, popular stretching and limbering group offers support and instruction. The group meets Mondays through Friday at 9:00-9:30 am. Free. 60+ Fitness. Lead by enthusiastic group members, this workout focuses on both upper and lower body muscle strengthening, using free weights and bands. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at 9:35- 10:30. All are welcome. Free. Kripalu Yoga with Don Weikert. Move gently from a centering meditation, to stretching and warm -ups, to learning physical postures (asanas) to relaxation. Mondays 8:30 -9:45. $5 /session. Pay instructor. Line Dancing with Patricia Kavgian. Dancing is a great way to exercise! Come join the group for great music, fun dances and a group of people having a great time. Every Thursday from 1:15 to 2:30 in the dining room. Pay instructor $2 a session. Ping Pong. All welcome to join a game on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 2 -4. All levels of experience in Ping Pong are welcome. Free. Ongoing Groups and Services... • Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm. • Prostate Cancer Group. This group is for men who currently have prostate cancer or survivors who wish to share the knowledge they have gained with others. Meets third Wednesday of each month, 1:00 - 2:30 pm.. • Parldnson's Support Group. Led by Art Sotak. Support for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease, families & caregivers. Group meets the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm. • Caregivers Group: Group meets 1 st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 2-3:30 pm. A support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. Leader is Sandy Simon, an experienced geriatric social worker. • Asian Support Group. We meet to talk about personal and family issues, and adjustment to American culture. Meets at the Senior Center 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 1:00 -2:30 pm. • Podiatry Clinic. With Dr. Teri Burtoft. Thursday, April 21. Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment. $25. Please pay the Podiatrist directly. Appointments scheduled 8:3 0 am to 11:3 0 am. • Blood Pressure Clinic. Thursdays at 10:00 AM. On the first Thursday of the month, the clinic is held at the Senior Center. Clinics are also held at the Senior Villages other Thursdays of the month. Call the Senior Center for directions to the other locations • Veterans' Agent Office Hours. Our Veterans' Agent Pat Flynn can meet with you during his weekly office hours, Monday's from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Call Pat at 781- 861 -9108 to make an appointment. • SERNE. Counselors Rose Lerner or Rhoda Neidorf are available to help you with any aspect of your health insurance on Tuesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Call the Senior Center at 781- 861 -0194 to make an appointment. Please let us know if you can't make your appointment. • Adult Day Care. A structured, supervised day program for seniors who are having difficulty living independently. Provides respite for caregivers and family members. Breakfast, lunch, round trip transportation and a full day of activities are provided in a home -like setting. Contact Carolyn Griffith at 781- 259 -1807. • Fuel Assistance. Program runs until April 30. Appointments can be scheduled for new clients by calling (781) 861- 0194. You must have an appointment. Appointments take place at the Senior Center on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 am and 11 am. Home visits can be arranged. Save the Date ... Monday, May 2 at 2:00 pm, for a reception honoring the recipient of the Minuteman Cane Award. This year's recipient will be announced during Patriot's Day ceremonies.