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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-06-00-COA-newsletter 1.-.: r:{ti �,�' .:.4,.: ��ti.��tLexingtonNON-PROFIT _ , '• . : Senior Center U.S. POSTAGE A',.1 L 1 •' v & Social Services Newsletter PAID '2:.::.., • 1 •-!.:'•=! 1 8 'jfilt.:6::ii +-' '' BOSTON, MA 7 J VZ:O. , 59348 • Return Service Requested June 2006 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781-861-0194 Issue 306 http://ci.lexington.ma.us FAX: 781-863-2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren McSweeney lmcsweeney a ci lexington.ma.us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell@ci ci lexmgton.ma.us June I._un ch e ohs SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR agee kmagee Kcil eMngton ma.us Father's Day Celebration SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE Thursday, June 15th at 11:30 a.m. Charlotte Rodgers crodgers@cilexington.ma.us ci.lexington.ma.us PROGRAM CLERK Menu includes Spagetti and Meatballs, Salad, dessert and beverage. Sue Hayes Catered by Bertucci's. shayes@ci ci lexington.ma.us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Please register with receptionist by Mon.,June 12th Muriel Meade at Noon. $3.00 SUPPORTIVE DAY CARE DIRECTOR Bring A Friend To Lunch Carolyn Griffith cgnffith@ci.lexmgton.ma.us Tuesday, June 27th at 11:30 a.m. 781-259-1807 VETERANS'AGENT Winston"Pat"Flynn Menu includes Sausages with Peppers and Onions with a Roll, YOUTH&FAMILY Potato Chips, Cole Slaw, dessert and beverage. SERVICES COORDINATOR lease register with receptionist byFriday,June 16th at Noon. $3. Becky Bashford g p brushford rr ci lexington.ma.us Refunds for luncheons can onlybe made if vacancyis filled. 781-861-2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesam Shirley Buck Marian Cohen,Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Young at Heart Chorus Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Spring Concert— Frieda Ohner Nicholas Santosuosso Tuesday, June 6th at 2:00 p.m. Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE The Young at Hearts Chorus invites you to a concert COUNCIL ON AGING Mark Barons of varied selections. Marie Hill Susan O'Keefe Refreshments will be served. Julie Miller Mary Ellen Goodwin Please come and enjoy sharing this afternoon SELECTMAN LIAISON of fellowship celebrated in song. Richard Pagett Please register with the receptionist. Rehearsal starts at 1:30 p.m 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS JUNE 2006 JUNE 2006 PROGRAIVI HIGHLIGHTS Trust and Probate- Tuesdays, 9:30 am - 10:30 am Nutritional Program - Monday, June 12th, Trust and Probate is an ongoing member-directed class 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dietician Discussions-Please g g which discusses the use of wills,trusts,andprobate in estate join Peg Mikkola, RD, LDN, nutrition consultant as well as manyaspects of senior livingand town with Minuteman Senior Services to planning, p affairs. All class members contribute to the discussions with address the importance of proper their and experiencepoints of view. nutrition, changes with dietary p guidelines, and answer questions Lexington Senior Advocates Group-Tuesdays, 10:30 am or concerns you may have - 12:00p m. The Advocates will discuss issues of concern regarding nutritional choices. There to Lexington Seniors, development bylaws, action plans, is no fee for this class. Presented by Minuteman g p Y and a schedule for the Summer and Fall. All are welcome. Senior Services.Please register with the receptionist. World Affairs Study Group - Tuesdays, 2:00 pm. The World Affairs Group continues to meet in the Conference Lexington Veteran's Association-Monday,June room. Dr. Rathore will be leading group.the . The format is 12th, 1:15 p.m. at the Cary Memorial Library p discussion about world affairs and current issues in the US. (Meeting Room), in Lexington Center, at 1874 New people are always welcome. Massachusetts Avenue.Do you want to know what p p Y our Massachusetts National Guard is doing in Iraq Computer Club Wednesday, June and how they are being used?Learn more as Major 7th at 10:00 a.m. - Paul Lewis, of Win Danielson of Headquarters, Mass National COMPUTER HELP willp resent Part Guard describes the situation in Iraq. Major II of his g p computer "Spring Cleaning" Danielson has been there and will explain what program. Spy ware SPAM & S ware revisited." every Massachusetts unit is doing there. Wednesday, June 21st at 10:00 a.m.-Meeting is cancelled. Art History Slide Presentation and Lecture with No Meetings in July & August Meetings will resume in Gershon Weisenberg - Friday, June 16th at September. 11:00 am. Slidep resentation on "The Life and Leave a Legacy Workshop - Thursdays,June 8, 15 & 22 Artistry of Masden Hartley"Member of the Stiglitz at 9:00 a.m. The Lexington Council on Aging will be 291 Circle. Register with the receptionist$1.00. offering the Leave A Legacy: A Grandparent's Journal Workshop given by Managing Change. This workshop will The Poet's Live Again - Evevin Gitek. Course be held at the Senior Center from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Leader- Tuesdays, Classes started on May 16th The Leave A Legacy workshop is designed for seniors to and will continue thru June 6, 13, 20 & 27 at spend time discussing and writing memoirs of their own 10:00 a.m. The Poet's Live Again will resume with lives. Our Seniors have lived thru the depression and the a new series on May 16, 2006 at the Lexington Great War, and the private lives of our seniors are filled Senior Center. Again the poets of yesteryear and with stories and lessons that should be and need to be today,their lives and backgrounds will be explored, remembered. A unique grandparent's journal created by studied,discussed and evaluated while reading their Managing Change will be available for the program. This poetry as well. Eight sessions to journey through journal is filled with a variety of topics;and once completed, the lives and works of Elizabeth Bishop and Susan it can be personalized and duplicated for each of the children Davidson. The fee is $30.00 for 8 sessions. Please and grandchildren.Register with receptionist.$5.00 materials pay instructor. fee. Class size is limited. JUNE 2006 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 JUNE 2006 PROGRAIVI HIGHLIGHTS Program Highlights continued.... Afternoon Movies the Muzzey Room, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, on Monday, June 5th at 1:15 p.m.Walk the Line- The life Monday,June 26 beginning at 10:30 a.m.It will focus Y story of Country Music Legend Johnny Cash (Joaquin on the signs,symptoms and prevention of dehydration . Phoenix) focusingprimarilyon the longcourtshiphe had and heat stroke, which can afflict people of all ages, with June Carter Reese Witherspoon). The film is especially Seniors, during the hot weather. So please structures as a extended flashback g o enin with Cash come, learn, and ask questions! Register with recep- readying to take the stage at his Historic Folsom Prison tionist. Concert. Rated PG -13. Longmeadow Place-Understandin2Assisted Living Monday,June 19th at 1:15p.m.-Proof- It's apowerful Options- Wednesday,June 28th at 10 a.m. Consid- story � eringassisted livingbut not sure if this is the right ofa young women haunted by her father s past and the g shadow of her own future. Catherine (Gwyneth Paltrow) option for you? Join us in this presentation on the care and Robert(AnthonyHopkins). Rated PG-13 offered at assisted living facilities,financing care,and Movies are provided bythe generosityofVideo Smith. how to determine which facility is right for you.. Pre- sented by Tamara Klinger of Longmeadow Place and American Cancer Society -Tuesday,June 20th, 10:00- Richard Gordon of Atria Senior Living.Please register 11:00 a.m. in the Dining Room. Make Lexington Senior with the receptionist. Center a "Colon Cancer Awareness Zone". Learn the current Colon Cancer screening guidelines and questions to ask your doctor from your local American Cancer MASSACHUSETTS SENIOR GAMES Society Community Executive, Caitlin Tirrell. Increase PRESENTS your awareness and improve your health. Light refresh- "A DAY IN THE PARK" ments will be served. There will be plenty of time for The 15th Annual Fitness Walk For Seniors questions. Please register with the receptionist. Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle for . . Women and Men 50 and over Visiting Nurse and Community Health. Inc. (VNCH) - Friday,June 16,1 ,2006 Monday,June 26th,10:30 a.m. "Tips to Beat the Heat" Forest Park, Springfield,MA Visiting Nurse and Community Health, Inc. (VNCH) of Registration fee is $10 per person. Arlington, will sponsor a seminar on how to prevent APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE dehydration and heat stroke during the Summer months. AT THE LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER The seminar will be held at the Lexington Senior Center in f •_ . ... -A. REIKI 1 W L L+ _1 \/^�� r ' J +r, HEALING TOUCH THERAPIES -,,� Relieves Pain • Reduces Stress LONGMEADOW PLACE ..14111141041105- ,: Promotes a Feeling of Well-being An Independent and Assisted Living Residence ,- ' . iimfil6.0eiliim, New Fee Schedule Pathways Program for the Memory Impaired • $40. One Hour Call for a Tour $25. One Half Hour 781-270-9008 • 800-854-0576 ti .'Y■ Rosemarie Bass, Reiki Master Teacher Located directly across from the Lahey Clinic (781 ) 862-4292 42 Mall Rd.,Burlington,MA 01803 �'. .. 1 gift certificates available www.newtonseniorliving.com Country Cid Tietql kGet Wise ... Free In-Home Consultation SA40, •• 781-721-5522 3 REHABILITATION WAV WOBURN,MA . Advertise Here TM Independent&Assisted Living Comforting Solutions for In-Home Care For a Tour Phone 617-254-4545 Companionship•Light Housekeeping•Errands 24-Hour Care•Meal Preparation SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254-4545 4 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS JUNE 2006 Join us for lunch at LEXPRESS... 6�� the LEX CAFE! Lexington's mini-bus service is wheelchair equipped Nutritious lunches are served daily, for a donation re- and ADA compliant. Operates six fixed routes; each quest of$2.00. Call 781-861-0194 to speak with Nutri- route runs once per hour. There is no service on Saturday, tion Coordinator Muriel Meade, by noon the Sunday or legal holidays.Route No. 1 stops at the Senior j day before you would like to join us to make a Center entrance at 12:48 pm, 1:48 pm and upon request. reservation.We also celebrate monthly birth- Seniors fare is $.75. Transfers within the LEXPRESS days during luncheon the Third Wednes- system are $.25. For riders on Route No. 5 going to day of each month. Call Muriel Meade ifyou would like Burlington, a $.25 surcharge applies. An annual senior to celebrate your birthday with us! pass is available for$125.For more information call 781- Weekly menus can be found in the Lexington Minute- 861-1210 or www.lexpress.us. man. For a monthly calendar of menus, call the Senior Center to have one sent to your home. Volunteer Opportunities There are volunteer opportunities at the Lexington Se- The Lexington Farmers' Market nior Center.Please contact Dianne Snell for more infor- needs help and input to plan some special - - mation at 781-861-0194. for our upcoming 2006 market season. Op: ing on June 13th, and running every ��C.0.A Seniors Golf" Tuesday through October from 2:00- All senior experienced and beginner golfers 6:30. Have an idea for a special event to are invited to join your golfing friends at two be held at the market, or want to help plan one. ' ease weekly morning events: Mondays at 7:30 �• call Lori Deliso @ 781 863 6375. a.m.at Stone Meadow Golf Course and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at Pine Meadow Golf Course. For further Did you know FISH information, contact Ted Gurczyca at 781-863-8729. offers free rides to medical appointments?? If you are a Lexington resident,FISH will take you to a A WORD ABOUT BULLETIN BOARDS: medical appointment throughout the Greater Boston The lower level of the senior center has three new area, Monday—Friday FREE of charge. For more bulletin boards! A Youth Services board is located information call between 9:00 am-4:00 pm at 781-861- just outside of Becky Rushford's office, and will 9300. FISH always needs Volunteers to drive locally or contain news and programming information prima- help with phone calls. If you want to hear more about rily of interest to youth and families. Two other volunteering call 718-862-0375. bulletin boards are located in the fitness area.Please Library Lines.' note that these are divided into categories. We hope that you will find these boards to be useful, and Thank you all for bringing in old magazines. Now our easier to read! free basket can be supplied.One small correction:We do not accept old NEWS magazines(Time,Newsweek)but ANOTHER NOTE: If you wish to put an an- all others are welcome as are book donations except for nouncement up on a bulletin board, please check text books and Reader's's Digest condensed. with Dianne or Sue. We will be up-dating and Seniors Center Library Hours - monitoring all items in an effort to keep the new Monday -Friday 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. boards clean,easy to read,and up to date!! Thanks! 5 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS JUNE 2006 7‘-e 4ethte dte eace-fted 0#, 74444- Benefit Concert ;)4S1/4 A All Proceeds to Benefit: The Lexington Senior Center 7ea/eceitioty Bombay Jim and the Swingin' Sapphires and their Swinging Big Band Sound of the 40's Friday, June 16, 2006 at 7:30pm National Heritage Museum 33 Marrett Road, Lexington Tickets: $20 Available at Lexington Senior Center 781-861-0194 Sponsored by: Home Instead Senior Care CynthiaWaxman Doyouhave troublefallingasleep? geonesty. Are you awake for long periods of time during the night, Rd:ten/Ass Z . leaving you tired and rundown the next day? Healthy men and women age 65 and older who are experiencing sleep problems are needed for 781-248-8180 a study involving an investigational medication for insomnia. 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O O O LC) O O LC) O M O O LLD OM o 0 0 o co 0�4 • O M O mom - - o ,- mc,-) . 1- . M O M N O O M M N N N o0 O O ,— ,— ,— ,— N N a0 O O ,— ,— ,— ,— ,— N N 1‘1111) 8L NGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS JUNE 2006 Volunteer Opportunities! il The Friend-to-Friend program is seeking volunteers to support home-bound seniors through socializa- tion and assistance with light household management tasks.Share personal stories,play cards,or assist with grocery shopping the two of you decide!! While offering help to a senior at home,you can gain personal fulfillment from volunteering and form a lasting relationship. Call Kelly Magee at 781-861-0194 for information. Money Management Program: Assistance with Monthly Bill Paying Coping with bills and the mechanics of monthly bill paying can be overwhelming. Could you or someone you know use help keeping up with your monthly bills?The Money Management Program(co-sponsored .....,`.,,. by AARP,EOEA,and Mass Home Care)can provide a volunteer to assist with bill paying including:making a budget,sorting bills,writing checks(for YOU to sign),and reconciling checkbooks to bank statements. Interested? Call the Money Management Program at Minuteman Senior Services: 781-272-7177 or 978-263-8720. Are You A Grandparent Raising Your Grandchild(ren)? If so,are you looking for support around the joys and challenges of this role? Would you like to meet ada other grandparents who are raising their grandchild(ren)? The Social Services Department is W ly looking to begin a group to meet the specialized needs of grandparents raising children, and is 0 looking for individuals who may have an interest in participating in such programming. Please contact Becky Rushford, Youth Services Coordinator, at(781) 861-2742 or Kelly Magee, Social Services Coordinator, at (781) 861-0194 to discuss interest, suggestions for topics, and/or ask any questions. ATTENTION SENIORSANewConceptiniliALLEx Are You OrA Loved One Entering A Retirement ursing Home?OrDo You Know Someone Lifa Care L OIL CORPORRTIOfl In A Nursing Home Now? You May Still Be Able To Protect Assets!! by American Retirement Corporation (781) 862-3400 For a free report, call: Accepting Priority Reservations 275 Mass Ave., Lexington 781 - 7-17 (617) 489-0008 Oil Sales and Service Simmons&Schiavo, LLP Seniors please call about ATTORNEYS AT LAW Your life. Your time. our Senior Citizen DISCOUNT! > > > FREE REPORT < < < Your place to live well. . .,;,-,„ It makes sense to concentrate your advertising where it does Freedom-.,-- most good - right in your neighborhood! You pay only the advertising cost. Public relations and good will values Conunons at Belmont I-II are free. This newsletter is kept at home a full month. 95 Mill Street It is regularly referred to for important dates, times, Belmont, MA 02478 events and meetings. (Information Center on the Budget Payment Terms Write Today! McLean Hospital Campus) Convenient Bud g ywww.freedom-commons.com dim Or call 617-254-4545 825 N EW01 0406 1 SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254-4545 JUNE 2006 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 From the Health Corner: "Be S.M.A.R.T About Taking Prescription Drugs" Charlotte Rodgers,RN, Social Services Nurse Did you know that one in four people does not stick to medical MAKE AN APPOINTMENT F RYEE treatment the doctor ordered? It is very important ortant to take the right FR p g amount of medicine at the right time-especially if you have a chronic condition like heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD). In the case of GERD,taking your medication incorrectly could result Hearing in your waking during the night with uncomfortable heartburn. . ng or Here are five tips from the Foundation for Better Health Care and Hearing Aid Cleaning the National Council on Aging about how to be"S.M.A.R.T."when Receive SICIOOFF the takingyour medication. purchase of a hearing aid. • Start today to control symptoms and treat your condition by taking your medication correctly. • Make taking your medication more memorable by taking your pills along with a daily activity(eating breakfast,brushing your teeth). • Always refill your medication when you have less than a 7-day supply. • Remain on your medication for the full duration of time as pre- scribed by your doctor. • Talk with your doctor,his or her office nurse or your pharmacist if Pine Knoll you have any questions. Nursing Remember- don't be afraid to ask questions! Your health care411, iti Center 111,,gtikli provider is happy to answer your questions and help you to understand "We take good care .‘tiv lf, why you are taking the medication and how you should take it. of our neighbors.ff Keep Mo v/n' 30 Watertown Street 781-862-8151 Interested in a walkinggroup? We will be exploring the start-upof a Lexington,MA g p p g www.pineknollnursingcenter.com weekly summer(June,July and August)walking group. you would like to be a part of such a group, please call Charlotte Rodgers at the Senior Center, 781-861-0194. Our first meeting will be June 6th at 9:00 a.m. in the Senior Center Parking Lot. Diabetic Sneakers* ciettrx • for Medicare Patients! We will bill , your Medicare - ii, liJ?1 Insurance Company directly _ ��+ T• COMMONWEALTH MEDICAL SUPPLIES '''..V• � L' � _ 1193 B MASS.AVE.,ARLINGTON,MA Cerified Retailer The best selection of Raquel Welch wigs and additions gip Lynn Sheehan,Certified Fitter (781) 646-6000 World's Finest beauty,choice and fit Hair U Wear is a proud sponsor of the American Cancer Society and has donated 13,000 wigs to the American Cancer Society thru 2005 SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254-4545 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS JUNE 2006 Do you want to develop a healthier lifestyle? It's never too late! You Can! Move More! is a free, 12-week long course that promotes the benefits of exercise and encourages older Windowpane Shop adults to make healthier lifestyle choices. The program will be held in Hours the Community Room located in Vynebrook Village, beginning in late June 2006. Tentatively scheduled for Tuesday mornings. Call Kelly 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Magee at (781) 861-0194 to register. This program is limited to 15 participants—you must pre-register. Sponsored in conjunction with Weekdays Minuteman Senior Services, Administration on Aging You Can! pro- Selling like-new clothing, gram, and Winchester Hospital Community Health Initiative. accessories,jewelry, scarves, pocketbooks, and Monday Newcomers Coffee small household items. Friday, June 9th 70:00 a.m. - 11.100 a.m. Donations are accepted Join Senior Center Staff for an informal coffee and tour of our Mon. through Fri. facility. This is a great opportunity to learn what e.� 8:30-4:30 pm we do and how you can become part of our community. No registration required. alkei FY07 Senior Service Program Fix It Shop The Senior Service Program allows participating taxpayers to work for the municipality in exchange for a reduction in Open Thursdays their tax bill. 9:00 am to 12:00p.m. • Applications for participation in this program are now A great place to get available and will be accepted for review June 15th those small items repaired. through September 15, 2006. Drop off and pick up • Applicants must be 60 years of age or older and own during these times only. property in Lexington that serves as their principle resi- dence. Labor-free repair parts at no cost. • Income must not exceed $46,300 for single taxpayer or Donations accepted. $52,950 for a couple. • At the time of this publication, the maximum amount for reduction has not been finalized. Call Dianne at 718-861-0194 for more information. JUNE 2006 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 III IIM ENE 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. Trip itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Boston Pops Concert (Tanglewood cont.) $59 Tuesday, June 13, 2006 will include the folk music of the Hungarian com- Enj oy an evening with the Boston Pops Orchestra, as poser, Zoltan Kodaly, a Franz Liszt piano concerto, Keith Lockhart conducts the orchestra in an array of and Dvorak's Symphony No.6. Our overnight stay at musical favorites American classics, Broadwa the William's Inn, Williamstown, Massachusets in- Y hits,and light orchestral compositions.Seating is in the cludes a complete dinner and breakfast. On Monday first balcony, center section. Trip Code T06-25. De- morning,we will visit the Clark Art Museum,which is part 6:30 p.m.; return 10:30 p.m. Park at St Brigid's premiering an exhibit of its Impressionist master- Church Worthen Rd. pieces. Works by Homer,Sargent,Cassat,Van,Gogh, Monet, Seurat,Cezanne,Matisse,and Picasso will be Mohegan Sun Casino included. A deposit of$25 required on registration; $24 Wednesday, June 28, 2006 balance due June 25. Trip Code T07-1. Depart 8:00 Tryyour luck atyour choice of over 6 000 state-of-the- High Sunday;return 5 p.m.Monday.Park at Lexington Hi h h 1 Worthen Rd. Field art slot machines or the tablegames of Blackjack, g Sc oo , Wort e e d J Poker,and Baccarat at the Mohegan Sun Casino.A$10 Spirit of Boston food coupon and$10 free bet included in the package. $59 Thursday, July 27, 2006 Trip Code T06-26.Depart 7:30 a.m.;return 6:30 p.m. Join us for a two hour narrated cruise on the spirit of Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Boston around Boston's famed harbor.You'll dine on "On Golden Pond" a delicious menu,which includes lobster,chicken and $59 Wednesday, July 12, 2006 pasta entrees, salad, vegetables, and dessert, served Today we will travel to Squam Lake,New Hampshire buffet style.Enjoy the lively entertainment of the wait for a two hour cruise on the lake where the award- staff while you dine. After the cruise there will be a stop at Quincy Market,where you can browse among winning movie, starring Henry Fonda and Katherine the shops and boutiques. Trip Code TO 7-3. Depart Hepburn was filmed. Captain Joe will treat you to a 9:00 a.m.;return 5:30 p.m.Park at St.Brigid's Church, personalized,guided tour around the most picturesque lake in New England.You will see Thayer Cottage and Worthen Road. g Y g Purgatory Cove,scene of the film;Church Island,with Atlantic City3 day trip its outdoor chapel; and view the singing loons. A full $169 twin room; $249 single room course luncheon will be provided at Harts Turkey Wednesday, Sept. 6 - Friday, Sept. 8 Family Restaurant.Trip Code T07-2.depart 8:30 a.m.• Travel to Atlantic City on board a luxury coach for a return 6:30 p.m.Park at St. Brigid's Church,Worthen two stay p night at the Tropicana,Atlantic City's fabu- Road. lous casino resort. Experience the finest gambling Tan lewood Overnight facilities and top entertainment at this luxurious hotel. gA$20. cash bonus and two full course brunch buffets $260 twin room; $295 single room are included as well as admission to the Casino s Sun., Mon., July 16-17, 2006 Revue show. There will be ample time to enjoy the Listen to the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the en- famous boardwalk of Atlantic City and visit the other closed shed at the Tanglewood Music Center. The great casinos.A deposit of$50 is required on registra- guest conductor of the Sunday afternoon concert will tion; balance due Aug. 1. Trip Code T0706. Depart be Sir Andrew Davis and will feature Jean-Yves 7:30 a.m.Wednesday;return 6:30 p.m.Friday.Park at Thibaudet, the acclaimed French pianist. The music the DPW, 201 Bedford St. 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS APRIL2006 SENIOR CENTER EXERCISE CLASSES ONGOING GROUPS AND SERVICES... Yoga for Health and Fitness,with Lisa Groves Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the Fridays, 9:30-10:35 a.m. second and fourth Wednesday of each month., facili- June 2, 9, 16, 23,30 $30.00 tated by staff Social Worker , Kelly Magee. All are July 7, 14,21,28 $28.00 welcome,and no registration is necessary. 1:00-2:30 pm. Develop strength, flexibility, and balance, and Prostate Cancer Group. This group is for men who improve overall physical and mental well-being currently have prostate cancer or survivors who wish to using time-honored yoga movements,postures,and share the knowledge they have gained with others. breathing exercises. Exercises will be adapted to Meets third Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm. meet individual needs; all levels welcome. Please Parkinson's Support Group. Led by Art Sotak. The bring a blanket or yoga mat. Register with Senior Parkinson's Disease support group will meet 4th Mon- Center receptionist. Class size is limited. day of each month at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center in the Muzzey Room. Tai Chi,with Laura Coulter-Cook 1:30-2:30pm Caregivers Group: Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday Mondays- June 5, 12, 19,26 $12.00 of each month,2-3:30 pm.A support group for caregivers July 10, 17,24,31 $12.00 of individuals with memory impairment. The group is Improves balance, breathing and body awareness. ongoing and there is no fee. If interested please call Medical studies show benefits towards lower blood Sandy Simon for an initial telephone intake at 781- pressure, cholesterol and osteoporosis. First 30 862-2829. minutes of class is chi gong exercises to warm up. In the second 30 minutes,beginners learn to breathe, The Evergreen Group.We meet to talk about personal balance and the sequence of Level 1. Register with and family issues. Meets at the Senior Center 2nd Senior Center receptionist. Monday of each month, 10:00-11:30 am. Podiatry Clinic.With Dr.Teri Burtoft. Thursday,June DROP-IN EXERCISE PROGRAMS 15th. Call 781-861-0194 to schedule an appointment • Stretch & Bend. Large, popular stretching and $25. Please pay the Podiatrist directly. Appointments limbering group offers support and instruction.The scheduled 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. group meets Monday through Friday, 9-9:30 am. Blood Pressure Clinic.Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. On the Free. first Thursday of the month, the clinic is held at the • 60+ Fitness. Lead by enthusiastic group Senior Center. Clinics are also held at the Senior members, this workout focuses on both upper and Villages other Thursdays of the month. Call the Senior lower body muscle strengthening,using free weights Center for directions to the other locations. and bands.Meets Mondays,Wednesdays,&Fridays Veterans' Agent Office Hours. Our Veterans' Agent at 9:35-10:30.All welcome. Free. Pat Flynn can meet with you during his weekly office • Kripalu Yoga with Don Weikert. Move gently hours,Monday's from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.Call Pat at 781- from a centering meditation,to stretching and warm- 861-9108 to make an appointment. ups, to learning physical postures (asanas) to SHINE. Counselors Rose Lerner or Rhoda Neidorf are relaxation.Mondays 8:30-9:45 a.m. $5/session.Pay available to help you with any aspect of your health instructor. insurance on Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m.to 4:00 pm.Call • Line Dancing with Patricia Kavgian.Dancing is the Senior Center at 781-861-0194 to make an appoint- a great way to exercise! Come join the group for ment. Please let us know if you can't make your great music,fun dances and a group of people having appointment. a great time.Every Thursday from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m. Supportive Day Care. Provides a safe daytime envi- in the dining room. Pay instructor$2 a session. ronment for seniors who are having difficulty living • Ping Pong. All welcome to join a game on independently,and respite for caregivers.Call Carolyn Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 2-4 p.m. All for further information at 781-259-1807. levels.Free.