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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-05-00-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 All are invited to a reception at the Lexington Senior Center on Monday, May 2 at 2:00 pm honoring Don Graham, this year's recipient of the Minuteman Cane Award Please join us in recognizing Don for his many years of inspiration and service in our community. RSVP with the Senior Center receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Bring a Friend an d .loin us for Lunch in May . . . Mother's Day Celebration! Friday, May 6, noon. Menu includes Chicken Cordon Bleu, Oven - Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Green Peas and Pearl Onions, Rolls, Vanilla Ice Cream with Strawberries, Milk /Juice. Register by Thursday, May 5 at 11:00 am. $3.00. Not Your Average .Toe's Monday, May 23, noon. Menu includes Chicken Marsala served over pasta, House Salad, dessert, and beverage. Register by Thursday, May 19 at noon. $3.00. Leave a Legacy: A Grandyarent Memoir Three Wednesday Mornings — May 11, 18, 25 — 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Jill Braceland of Managing Change will present this informal but informative program. Hon- oring our life's experiences by writing our family histories creates a legacy for future genera- tions. Discover how easily writing the family stories can be done. This interactive presenta- tion is enjoyable and motivates the "keeper of the flame." A specific journal is utilized. Space is limited - Sign up with the receptionist. $5 materials fee. Financial Security During Retirement — Tuesdays, May 10, 17, & 24 — 1:00 pm. A Seminar for Retirees. This three - session seminar covers all the important financial strategies that are critical throughout retirement. Information and tools to combat inflation, minimize taxation, assets allocation and investment selection and maximize the strength of one's portfo- lio will be presented. You will also be asked to consider the non - financial aspects of retire- ment, such as self - image, use of time, and housing choices. Finally, this course concludes with sections on Social Security, long -term care insurance, the new IRA distribution rules, and es- tate planning. Class size is limited. Sign up with the receptionist. C reative Crafts! Sweetly Scented Sachets Tuesday, May 17, 9:30 am -11:00 am. You'll make two different lavender sachets. These are so easy that the only hard thing will be hanging them out of sight. Program is free. Register with the receptionist. Spon- sored by the Friends of the Council on Aging. ���\' Lexington S enior C enter & NON- PROFIT Social Services Department U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA Newsletter PERMIT NO. �—, 59348 ` May 2005 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED No. 295 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 All are invited to a reception at the Lexington Senior Center on Monday, May 2 at 2:00 pm honoring Don Graham, this year's recipient of the Minuteman Cane Award Please join us in recognizing Don for his many years of inspiration and service in our community. RSVP with the Senior Center receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Bring a Friend an d .loin us for Lunch in May . . . Mother's Day Celebration! Friday, May 6, noon. Menu includes Chicken Cordon Bleu, Oven - Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Green Peas and Pearl Onions, Rolls, Vanilla Ice Cream with Strawberries, Milk /Juice. Register by Thursday, May 5 at 11:00 am. $3.00. Not Your Average .Toe's Monday, May 23, noon. Menu includes Chicken Marsala served over pasta, House Salad, dessert, and beverage. Register by Thursday, May 19 at noon. $3.00. Leave a Legacy: A Grandyarent Memoir Three Wednesday Mornings — May 11, 18, 25 — 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Jill Braceland of Managing Change will present this informal but informative program. Hon- oring our life's experiences by writing our family histories creates a legacy for future genera- tions. Discover how easily writing the family stories can be done. This interactive presenta- tion is enjoyable and motivates the "keeper of the flame." A specific journal is utilized. Space is limited - Sign up with the receptionist. $5 materials fee. Financial Security During Retirement — Tuesdays, May 10, 17, & 24 — 1:00 pm. A Seminar for Retirees. This three - session seminar covers all the important financial strategies that are critical throughout retirement. Information and tools to combat inflation, minimize taxation, assets allocation and investment selection and maximize the strength of one's portfo- lio will be presented. You will also be asked to consider the non - financial aspects of retire- ment, such as self - image, use of time, and housing choices. Finally, this course concludes with sections on Social Security, long -term care insurance, the new IRA distribution rules, and es- tate planning. Class size is limited. Sign up with the receptionist. C reative Crafts! Sweetly Scented Sachets Tuesday, May 17, 9:30 am -11:00 am. You'll make two different lavender sachets. These are so easy that the only hard thing will be hanging them out of sight. Program is free. Register with the receptionist. Spon- sored by the Friends of the Council on Aging. ���\' Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — May 2005 Page 2 May 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, May 2, 1:00 pm. Finding Neverland. Starring Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet. Set in London in 1904, the film details the experiences and creative journey of "Peter Pan" author J.M. Barrie, and how such a J ourne spurred on his writing f his now famous children's book. PG. 106 minutes. Y p urreg Monday, May 16, 1:00 pm. Spanglish. Starring Adam Sandler and Tea Leoni. A Mexican woman and her teenage daughter move to Los Angeles in hopes of finding a better life. They move in with an affluent family where she works as a housekeeper but really becomes a marriage counselor for the estranged couple. PG -13. 129 minutes. Computer Club. Wednesday, May 4, 9:45 am - 11:00 am. Tom Seamans — Features of Microsoft Word. Wednesday, May 18, 9:45 am - 11:00 am. Jack Simon — Topics of Internet Encryption - Part 1. Lexington Veteran's Group. Monday, May 9,1:15 pm. In the Meeting Room at Cary Library. Lexington dentist, Colonel Thomas Braun, who just returned from a year's duty in Iraq, will share his experiences with us. Colonel Braun and his Army Reserve dental unit conducted their practice in one of Sadam's former palaces in Tikrit. This is a great opportunity to learn about current life and action in Iraq. 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. Tuesday, May 10, 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. Monthly Birthday Lunch. Thursday, May 12, noon. Join the daily luncheon program for our monthly celebration of birthdays! Make reservations by 11:00 on Wednesday, May 11. Be sure to tell us if you'll be celebrating your own birthday with us! All welcome... bring a friend! Art History Slide Presentations, with Gerry Weisenberg. Presentations begin with a brief introduction followed by a slide presentation, after which Mr. Weisenberg will facilitate discussion. Register with the receptionist. $1 per person. Registration is limited to the first 40 people. Monday, May 16, 10:00 am. Women Artists of the 18th Century. Monday, May 23, 10:00 am. Women Artists of the 19th and Early 20th Centuries. The Future of Medicare Drug Plans. Tuesday, May 31, 1:00 pm. Wonder what's happening next with Medicare prescription coverage? Changes are in the works ... Come prepare yourself for the important change to your health insurance. Presented by the SHINE program. Sign up with the receptionist. Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay will be at The Senior Center on Thursday, May 12 at 9:00 am. Do you have wisdom, experience, and perspective? Perfect! Whether it's watching a movie, playing a game, or taking the time to talk, you've got something to share with a Little Brother or Sister; and he or she has a story, per- spective, and a live experience to share with you. For just a couple of hours every other week, you can share some great laughs with one great kid, and you're never alone; Big Brothers of Massachusetts Bay will support you and your match by providing tickets to cultural and sporting events or just giving you new ideas for match activities. For more information, stop by The Senior Center on May 12, call 1- 888 - 412 -2447, or visit www.bigbrothersbigsisters. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — May 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 - Friday. No service on Saturday, Sunday, or legal holidays. 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 $1.25. Senior Citizen Discount Pass (65 +) fare is $35. 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. If you can use a phone, drive a car and can volunteer one day a month, you can play a pivotal role in main- taining 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 . . . • Senior Tax Work Off Program. Applications accepted through July 15, 2005 from Lexington seniors. Lexington property owners over 60 can reduce their property taxes by up to $750 per year by working for the Town of Lexing- ton. Income must not exceed $36,750 for single applicants and $42,000 for married applicants. Call 781 - 861 -0194 with questions or to request an application. • "The Thriving Spirit of Alzheimer's. " Thursday, May 5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. National Heritage Museum Lexington. Minuteman Senior Services presents a very special caring conversation with the Reverend Kathleen Rusnak, PhD. Dr. Rusnak's alternative 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. • Cancer Awareness Day. Saturday, May 14, 9:00 am. Emerson Hospital, Concord. Free health screenings includ- ing, skin cancer, cholesterol, PSA, blood pressure, diabetes, respiratory, etc. Registration required. Call Lori Noonan 978 - 287 -3237. • AARP Safe Driving Program. Tuesday, May 3 and 10, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. This classroom refresher course fo- cuses on compensating for physiological changes that can affect the perceptual skills of drivers over 55 years of age. Program is held at Emerson Hospital and includes lunch. Fee is $10.00. Call 978 - 287 -3085 to register. The Massachusetts Senior Games will hold its 14th annual state summer games competition June 23 -26 at Springfield College in Springfield, MA. Men and women age 50 and over are eligible to participate. MASG recognizes the need and desire of seniors in our state to be knowledgeable about good health behaviors/ practices and to participate in wholesome and enriching physical activity consistent with their age and abilities. The Senior Games provide people with opportunities for competition, recreation, and camaraderie. Registration is now underway. For a registration packet or for more information, please call the Massachusetts Senior Games Office at 413 - 748 -3812. Packets are also available at The Senior Center. Library Lines ...NEW HOURS — Monday through Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. We were pleased to have such a good response to our request for audio tapes. Thank you very much. We are hoping, too, to receive do- nated DVDs to better serve our patrons who have DVD players. A reminder - new books are being added to our shelves on a regular basis. We welcome your patronage. • May 2 0 0 5 enl or enter Programs Page 4 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 2 p g 9:00 Stretch & Bend 3 9:00 4 Stretch &Bend 9 -12 Fix -It -Sho 5 9:00 Stretch & Bend 6 9.00 Stretch & Bend 9.30 English/Chinese 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:30 e 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 SHINE 9:45 Computer Club 10:00 Blood Pressure 12:00 Mothers Day Lunch 1:00 Afternoon Movie 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe Senior Center 1:00 Current Events 1:30 Tai Chi 1:30 Pool 2 -4 Ping Pong 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:30 Bingo 2:00 Minutman Cane 1.30 Chorus 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 1:00 Quilting 2-4 Ping Pong Award Reception 2:00 World Affairs 1.15 Line Dancing 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 2:00 Caregiver's Group 2 -4 Ping Pong 9 10 9:00 Stretch & 11 12 13 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch & Bend 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 /Sue L. 9:30 Trusts & Probate 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 Big Brother /Sister 9:30 Yoga 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:00 Quilting 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs. Social Group 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:15 Veteran's Group/ Seminar 12:00 Choice Meal 10:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 Current Events Cagy Library 1:00 SHINE Chinese Countryside 1:30 Bingo 1:30 Tai Chi 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 1:00 Asian Support 12:00 Birthday Lunch 2 -4 Ping Pong 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 1:30 Pool 1:00 Bereavement Lex Cafe 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 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 16 9:00 Stretch &Bend 17 9:00 18 Stretch & Bend 9 -12 19 Fix -It -Shop 9:00 20 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 10:00 Art History 9:30 Creative Crafts 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs. Social Group 9:35 60+ Fitness 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:45 Computer Club 10:00 Blood Press /Greeley 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 Financial Security 10:00 Leave a Legacy 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Current Events 1:00 Afternoon Movie Seminar 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Quilting 1:30 Bingo 1:30 Tai Chi 1:00 SHINE 1:00 Prostate Cancer 1:15 Line Dancing 2 -4 Ping Pong 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 2 -4 Ping Pong 2:00 Caregiver's Group 2 -4 Ping Pong 1.30 Pool 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 1:30 Chorus 2:00 World Affairs 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 23 9:00 Stretch & Bend 24 9:00 Stretch & Bend 25 9 -12 Fix -It -Sho 26 27 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese Srs 9:30 Foursome Bridg e 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:30 Trusts & Probate 9:30 ESL - Chinese 9:00 uiltin Q g 9:30 Foursome Bridge 10:00 Art History 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Thurs.Social Group 9:30 Yoga 12:00 Not Your Average 1:00 Financial Security 10:00 Leave a Legacy 10:00 Blood Press /Vynbrk 9:35 60+ Fitness Joe ' s Luncheon Seminar 12:00 Choice Meal 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 SHINE Chinese 1:00 Quilting 1:00 Current Events 1:00 Parkinson's Group 1:00 English/Chinese Srs 1:00 Asian Support 1:15 Line Dancing 1:30 Bingo 1:30 Tai Chi 1:30 Pool 1:00 Bereavement 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -3 :3 0 Veterans' Agent 1:30 Chorus 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -4 Ping Pong 2:00 World Affairs 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band Memorial Day 9:00 31 Stretch & Bend Windowpane Shop - Fix It Shop. 9:30 9:30 English/Chinese Trusts & Probate Mondays, New Hours Tuesdays, Thursdays get A great those place to small 12:00 Lunch Lex Cafe &Fridays 10 am - 2 pm items repaired. Hours are 1:00 Future of Medicare Thursdays 9 am - 12 pm. 1:00 SHINE Donations of spring and 1:00 English/Chinese Srs summer clothes are needed and Drop off and pick u p p p 1:30 Pool will be accepted during these time only. Senior Center 1:30 Chorus Labor free - repair parts at cost. Closed 2:00 World Affairs Monday - Friday Donations accepted. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — May 2005 Page 5 ON THE MOVE 1 . Day and Overnight trips for Lexington Seniors Tizp reservations can be mcule by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Reservations cannot be made by phones Make checks payable to COA Recreation. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations made only ifthe vacancy isfilled Suffolk Downs $29 Wednesday, May 18, 2005 Always a favorite, a day at the races--thoroughbred horseracing at Suffolk Downs. We will be in the "Topsider Room" of the Clubhouse with a panoramic view of the racecourse. A complete gourmet buffet lunch will be served soup, salad, a variety of entrees, dessert and beverage. Trip Code T05 -25. Depart 11:15 a.m.; return 5 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. 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 7:30 a.m.; return 6:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd.. Boston Pops $55 Tuesday, June 7, 2005 Enjoy an evening with the Boston Pops Orchestra, as Keith Lockhart conducts the orchestra in an array of musical favorites American classics, Broadway hits, and light orchestral compositions. Seating is in the first balcony, center section. Trip Code T05 -22. Depart 6:30 p.m.; return 10:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. 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 per person required at registration; final payment due May 4. Travel insurance available for $20 per person. Trip Code T05 -24. Departure time to be announced. Park at the DPW, 201 Bedford St., Lexington. Cape Cod Special $52 Wednesday, June 29 Travel today to beautiful Cape Cod, where we will arrive in Sandwich, the oldest town on the Cape. We'll visit the Sandwich Glass Museum, where you will see glass blowing artisans at work and view the extensive collection of glass ranging from early Americana to contemporary. Lunch will be served at the Daniel Webster Inn the Grand Buffet Luncheon fruit cup, a selection of entrees (Coq au Vin, Pasta Primavera, Scrod), and apple cranberry crisp. The afternoon will be spent at the Heritage Museum and Gardens, 76 acres of rolling hills that are beautifully landscaped with seasonal plants and flowers. There are three museums to visit and a 1912 carousel that you can ride. Trip code T05 -28. Depart 8 a.m.; return 6 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Tanglewood Overnight $250 pp double room, $285 pp single room Sunday, Monday, July 17 -18 The Sunday afternoon concert by the Boston Symphony Orchestra will be conducted by James Levine and features pianist, Peter Serkin, and the music of Harbison, Varese, and Gershwin. We will stay at the Williams Inn in Williamstown; dinner on Sunday and breakfast on Monday included. Monday morning we will travel to Pittsfield to visit the Hancock Shaker Village, set on 1,200 acres of farm, woodland, and pasture in the Berkshire Hills. This restored village is home to the premier collection of 20 historic Shaker buildings including the famous Round Stone Barn. The artifacts include Shaker furniture, craft and household items--oval boxes, brooms, baskets, and textiles. Before returning home, we will stop in Stockbridge to have lunch (on your own). $25 deposit due on registration; balance due June 25. Trip Code T06 -1. Depart 8 a.m. on Sunday; return 5 p.m. on Monday. Park at the Lexington High School, Worthen Road lot. Volunteer Opportunities at the Senior Center! Bingo callers, substitute receptionists, library volunteers, Win- dowpane Shop. For more information, call Dianne at 781- 861 -0194. Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed! Please help us get food to house bound seniors in Lexington! Volunteer one day a week or one day a month. Delivery time is between 11 am & 1 pm. Call Rosemary McLaughlin at 781- 272 -7177 ext. 7083. Senior Citizens Get FREE Golf Lessons — Learn to Play Golf in a Relaxed Setting. Stone Meadows Golf is offering Senior Citizens FREE informal golf instruction with Joe DiVico and a 20 percent dis- count on the 9 hole, par 3 golf course. The course at Stone Meadows is pristine, compact, and easy to walk. It is an ideal course for beginners and a great short course for experienced golfers. Joe is an expert golfer who specializes in teaching senior citizens a step -by -step approach to golfing. Free informal lessons and discount available on the follow- ing days and times: Tuesdays from 7:00 am-11:00 am and Wednesdays from 7:00 am -11:00 am. Stone Meadow Golf is located at 675 Waltham Street, Lexington. 781-863-0445. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — May 2005 Page 6 Senior Center Exercise Classes Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays May 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30 - 10:30 $24.00 Fridays June 3, 10, 17 9:30 - 10:30 $18.00 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 or yoga mat. Register in advance with Senior Center receptionist. Tai Chi, with Laura Coulter -Cook Mondays May 2, 9, 16, 23 Beginner 1:30 - 2:30 $12.00 �% e Improves balance, breathing and body awareness. Medical studies show benefits towards �VV lower blood pressure, cholesterol and osteoporosis. First 30 minutes of class is chi gong 01V X1 exercises to warm up. In the second 30 minutes, beginners learn to breath, balance and the sequence of Level 1. 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. On Monday, May 9, Sue LeVasseur will run the class. 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, June 16. 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.