Contents:

Dining ............................. 2

Health & Wellness .......2/3

Arts &

Entertainment ................ 4

Center Happenings ..................5

Calendar & Menu ........6/7

Government ................... 8

Human Services &

Resources ....................... 8

Trips ................................ 8

Program Spotlight .......... 9

Fitness. ..........................10

Transportation ..............10

JUNE 2017

Stoneham Sentinel136 Elm Street, Stoneham, MA 02180 · www.StonehamSeniorCenter.org

(781) 438-1157 · (781) 438-1161Fax (781) 279-4904

A PUBLICATION OF THE STONEHAM SENIOR CENTER

The mission of the Stoneham Council on Aging is to provide outstanding services with kindness, respect and dignity and to offer outreach services for social, nutritional, medical issues and other unmet needs of Stoneham Seniors.

MELD, Inc. is a local community foundation focused on educational and cultural programs in Stoneham. Programs supported by MELD are indicated with the organization's logo.

The Senior Center Friends

of Stoneham! ! "#! $! %&%'(&)*!corporation formed in 2010 for the purpose of funding education, social services and programs offered at the Senior Center. Programs supported by the Friends are indicated with the handshake logo.

THE SENIOR CENTER THANK YOU'S

Thank you to the Life Care Center of Stoneham for sponsoring our annual High Tea event. Over seventy seniors enjoyed the event!

Also thank you to StonehamBank for their wonderful employees who served tea at the event!

Thank you to the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School for the amazing work on the deck!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STONEHAM COMMUNITY CHORALE SPRING 2017

PERFORMANCE DATE CHANGE

To conclude the spring 2017 season, come see a performance and enjoy refreshments! There has been a date change! The performance is now Sunday, June 4th at 3PM

MINDFUL POSITIVE LIVING & STRESS

AWARENESS WORKSHOP SERIES

Learn how to handle the ups and downs of life through this three week workshop. Page 2.

SUMMER BARBEQUE

Help us break in the new deck! Sponsored by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Page 2.

ART MATTERS: ALEXANDER CALDER

Learn about the whimsical work of Calder. Page 4.

SUMMER KICK OFF DANCE WITH GARY LEANUES

Come to the Center to celebrate the start of summer Page 4.

TRIPS WITH NANCY

Join us for some fun trips this summer. Page 8.

BARGAIN BARN IS BACK!

The Bargain Barn is back and open at the Center. Page 12.

WHAT IS A MOON?

Curious about the Medicare MOON notice? Page 9.

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DAILY LUNCH AT CHEZ HENRIHenry Fountain, Meal Site Manager. Join us Monday through Friday at noon for a nutritious hot lunch provided by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Call to reserve your meal by noon the previous business day at (781) 438-1157. Look for the daily menu within the calendar on page 5. A $2 donation is recommended.

Is Your Birthday in June? If so, join us for your FREE birthday lunch and cake at noon on 6/30. Don’t forget to call and reserve your meal by noon on the 29th!

Coffee & Conversation Each Monday at 9:30AM Join us for lively conversation and goodies. All are welcome!

Men’s Breakfast Join us for hot delicious breakfast and great conversation. Wed 6/14 & 6/28, 8AM.

MINDFUL POSITIVE LIVING & STRESS AWARENESS WORKSHOP SERIESCome join us for this powerful series of Mindful Living workshops lead by Cheri Callanan. A 2-hour workshop will be held each week (3 weeks in total) that will be provide tools and techniques for recognizing personal stress to bring more positivity and happiness to your life. The workshop will include: simple daily mindful techniques, breathing & meditation techniques, positive motivational stories with discussion, and opportunities to practice the techniques. The focus of the workshop is to meet life’s ups and downs and how to recognize and release the thoughts that produce stress. They are designed to aid participants in understanding how thoughts relate to overall health and to reinforce mindfulness techniques to improve quality of life.Three Tuesdays in a row: 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 10AM-12PM

BRAIN GAMES Have a good time while working your memory, problem solving, and language skills with fun brain games, every other Monday right after lunch at 12:45PM. Mon 6/5 & 6/19. Please join us - no sign ups necessary!

MEN’S & WOMEN’S HAIRCUTS WITH SIS The Barber Shop is open on Monday mornings, 9AM-12:30PM. Haircuts are $8 at the Senior Center. Walk-ins welcome.

COOK AND CHATJoin Candace Quigley, a Registered Dietitian from Mystic Vallery Elder Services, for a cooking demo. Candace will also discuss ways to incorporate healthy fats into your eating pattern. Thursday, June 8th, 10:30AM

FREE HEARING CLINIC WITH APEX HEARING CARE Sign up for a Free Hearing Screening or a Check of Existing Hearing Aids. Call (781) 438-1157 for an appointment. Call (781) 872-1222 if you have questions. Wed 6/21, 12PM.

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SUMMER BARBEQUEJoin us for a barbeque lunch to celebrate the start of summer and break in the new deck! Sign up at the Center. This event is sponsored by Mystic Valley Elder Services.Thursday, June 22nd, 12PM

Mon 6/5 10-11AM Stoneham Board of Health

Mon 6/12 9:30-10:30AM Hallmark Health

Th 6/15 11:30AM-1PM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

Th 6/22 10-11AM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

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FIRE AND FALL PREVENTION PRESENTATION –

Please join us for this important and informative presentation. A representative from the Fire Department and Council on Aging will give you tips on staying safe in your home. These tips will include fire safety and fall prevention. At this time you can sign up for a friendly home visit where the need for smoke detectors, night lights and other safety tools will be assessed.Wednesday, June 14th, 10AM

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

The next meeting of the peer-led Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be on Tuesday, 6/6 at 1PM. Meets !"#$%&#'()$#*+&),-.#!/#&-0%#1!"$%2

SENIOR SOCIAL OF STONEHAM

The Senior Social group is a warm, inviting social event for seniors in our community who may have forgetfulness and other memory challenges—and for their family, caregivers, and friends. Everyone is welcome! Come to the Stoneham Public Library to socialize, relax, and have fun! We provide the refreshments and coffee. Enjoy guest artist entertainment and activities with your loved one. The best part of all is that it’s free! 2nd Wednesday of each month 2:00—3:00PM Stoneham Public Library RSVP: Rebecca Burke Memory Care Director, The Arbors at Stoneham 781-435-1958Wednesday, June 14th, 2-3PM

Mystic Valley Elder Services 345678# 9)# -#"!":(!'$# -;&"0.#which partners with elders,

adults living with disabilities, and caregivers residing in Stoneham and surrounding towns. They help .!+#'",#<%-$#.!+#"&&,# $!# =9>&# $%&#<-.#.!+#<-"$2## MVES works one-on-one with adults 60+ and adults of all ages living with disabilities to connect you to services that support your health, well-being, and independence. They provide care management, coordinate services and refer you to appropriate healthcare and home care providers. Many of the services are free or low-cost, depending on your income. For more information, give them a call at (781)324-7705 or visit www.mves.org.

ASK THE NURSE

I have been experiencing shortness of breath and dizziness. My Doctor told me I needed a pacemaker.I am nervous and I need more information. Can you help?

I will do my best. First, it is perfectly normal to feel nervous. You are doing the right thing by getting all the information about a pacemaker beforehand. Knowledge is power.

Doctors recommend pacemakers for many reasons. The most common reasons are bradycardia and heart block. Bradycardia, a big word which simply means a heartbeat that is slower than normal. Heart block is a disorder that occurs if an electrical signal is slowed or disrupted as it moves through the heart.

Before recommending a pacemaker, your doctor will consider any arrhythmia symptoms (improper beating of the heart, whether irregular, too fast or too slow, such as dizziness, unexplained fainting or shortness of breath). He will also consider whether you have a history of heart disease, what medications you are currently taking and the results of heart tests.

So Dear Reader just what is a pacemaker? A pacemaker is a small device that consists of a battery, a computerized generator and wires with sensors at their tips called electrodes. The battery powers the generator and both are surrounded by a thin metal box. The wires connect the generator to the heart. A pacemaker helps monitor and controls your heartbeat. Placing a pacemaker requires minor surgery and is usually done in the hospital. Your doctor will numb the area where he will put the pacemaker so you do not feel any pain. It is usually placed in the chest below the collarbone. He may also give you antibiotics to prevent infection. Once the pacemaker is in place he will test it to make sure it works properly.

Pacemakers are supposed to prevent or eliminate problems, not create them and generally that is what they do. As long as you follow a few simple precautions and follow your doctor’s instructions for having your device checked periodically, you can plan on leading a life that is virtually free of restrictions caused by the pacemaker itself.

And now Dear Reader you have knowledge and power to feel a little less stressed and anxious, go and enjoy that cup of tea and relax.

Peg Drummey, Stoneham Board of Health Nurse, answers your questions on health. To submit a question, check at the front desk or email StonehamSeniorCenter@gmail.com.

MVES's Referral & Information Service is beginning !"#$%&'(")*+,(%"-./(0$($%,(1,#$,.2 In June, staff will be here from 10am to noon on Thursday, 6/8.

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OVERNIGHT TRIPS The Senior Center is now offering overnight trips through Durgan Travel Services here in Stoneham. We’re offering 3 trips this year to Portugal, Nashville, and Sorrento! These trips are not exclusive to seniors in our community, but our partnership with Durgan Travel will benefit the SeniorCenter! If interested please fill out a registration form, attach the deposit and leave it at the Front Desk.

CLUBSThe Red Hat Society The club meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1PM to plan member activities. The meeting this month is Wednesday 6/21 at 1PM. Call Natalie Baldini at (781) 279-1810 for information.

MOVIE AND PIZZA Every Thursday at 12:30pm; $1 donation appreciated. Enjoy a movie and pizza at the Senior Center. Thanks to Andrea’s House of Pizza at 498 Main Street (781) 438-4274 for their weekly donation of “EXTRA ORDINARY” pizza!

6/1, The Net (Thriller), Sandra Bullock, Jeremy Northam. Internet abuse, but made 22 years ago so the technology is laughable.

6/8, 5 Flights Up (Comedy), Morgan Freeman, Diane Keaton. Making plans for the future.

6/15, Support Your Local !"#$%&'() (Classic Western).James Garner, Suzanne Pleshette. Spoof on the gunslinger mythology

6/22, Three Coins in the Fountain (Romance), Louis Jordan, Jean Peters, Maggie McNamara. Three love stories in Rome in 1954

6/29, The Grass Harp (Drama) Piper Lauries, Walter Matthau. Young orphan grows up in the Deep South with his eccentric aunts.

CARDS AND GAMES CORNER

Wii Bowling Mon 8:30AM

Cribbage Group Mon & Fri 10AM

Bridge Group Tues 8:45AM

Men's Cards Tues & Th 12:45PM

Mah Jongg Tues 12:30PM

Bingo Wed 1PM

Beyond Beginners Bridge

Wed 12:30PM

Canasta Hand & Foot

Fri 10AM

Board & Card Games

Fri 1PM

Scrabble Fri 1PM

ART MATTERS: ALEXANDER CALDERBorn in Pennsylvania, he was the third generation of successful sculptors. From when he was a small boy, he was always making “stuff”; toys, utensils, and objects out of bits of string, wire, buttons, cloth, wood and tin. He always had a sense of whimsy about his objects and invented the “Mobile”; a way to compose colorful shapes, and fine lines moving in a constantly changing arrangement. He is also known for creating and performing his own circus. Join us for a whimsical look into his world.Tuesday, June 6th at 1PM

SUMMER KICKOFF DANCE WITH GARY LEANUESJoin us and Gary Leanues in celebrating the start of summer at the summer kick-off dance! Light refreshments will be served. Sign up at the Center. Friday, June 16th, 2-4PM, $5 per person

BOCCI IS BACK!Come to the Center to play some bocci. This will run from May through October.Wednesdays at 10AMSunday at 1:15PM

CRAFTINGCraft Group - Join the gang on Mondays, 10AM.

Chair Caning - Each Tuesday from 9-11:30AM. Instruction provided by Richard Bardet.

Knitting & Crocheting - Join Rona and friends on Wednesdays from 10AM-Noon.

Painting - Painting with Howard Thursdays at 9:30AM. Bring your own project and supplies.

One-Day Watercolor Workshops- Intermediate Offered on two dates, sign up for one or both.Monday June 15, June 22 1-3PM,$10 per person, per classThis is a chance to expand on, continue, or start a new project. If the weather permits, we may paint outside, Plein Air style. All materials will be supplied. Class limited to 12 people. Please sign up at the Senior Center. Some experience required

Zentangle WorkshopMonday, June 5 1-3PM, $7 per person, basic materials suppliedZentangle, or Doodle Art, is a relaxing, simple, soothing, abstract drawing style using structured patterns. Learn patterns, relax, and create beautiful art. No drawing skill required.It's fun, inspirational, creative, and enhances relaxation and focus. Check out zentangle.com to see examples and learn more.

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WHAT'S GOING ON AT THE CENTER?

We take a look back at some of the things that happened at the Senior Center this past month.

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DAYTRIPS WITH NANCY Event Coordinator, Nancy McInerney, coordinate these daily trips to various locations throughout New England. Checks or cash, no bills over $50 please.

STONEHAM THEATRE - “I Love, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti” ~ Wednesday, June 14, 2017 – Showtime: 2:00 PM – Ticket Price: $37 Deadline: Fri. Jun. 9th

Dish with Giulia! For Giulia, an Italian New Yorker trying to navigate life as a single gal, a new date is the perfect opportunity to show off her home cooking. While preparing a three-course dinner from scratch, she recounts stories of good Italian food and bad boyfriends. Her superior cuisine far surpasses her inferior taste in men in this mouth-watering new comedy. Make checks out to the Stoneham Theatre.

TALL SHIPS - Sunday, June 18, 2017; Price: $75: Depart: 8:00 AM-Return: 4:00 PMSail Boston is hosting its largest fleet of tall ships since 2000, and our group will be among them. Sail Boston currently expects more than 20 ships hailing from all over the world. We are going to be part of the action, as a guest aboard the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon, one of the participating vessels. After our sailing excursion we will go to the Prudential Center to expand our tastes in the all new Eataly! After lunch (on our own) we’ll have some time to peruse the shops before heading home. This trip is full; waitlist ONLY.

BOSTON DUCK TOUR - Friday, June 30, 2017; Depart: 11:15 AM / Return: 5:00 PM; Price: $88Quack! Manga! We will depart from the Prudential Center for an 80 minute narrated Boston tour. Boston “Ducks” are WWII amphibious style vehicles that travel on land and in water! We will see many of Boston’s famous sites and even take a dip in the Charles River for a skyline view.Before the tour we will enjoy a family style lunch at one of Boston’s favorites, Maggiano’s Italian Restaurant! As of 5/25/2017, we are not able to issue tickets or refunds after this date. *Trip Includes: Roundtrip Transportation, Boston Duck Tour, Lunch at Maggiano’s, Gratuity for restaurant servers and driver.

SEASHORE TROLLEY MUSEUM – Sunday, July 23, 2017; Depart: 8:15 AM / Return: 5:30 PM; Price: $67Start the morning with a visit to the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport, Maine. It is the largest Electric Railway Museum in the World! Their collection includes vehicles from almost all major cities in the United States that had streetcar systems, as well as from other cities across the globe. We will then head to lunch at Weathervane Seafood Restaurant. Meal choices for today will be their Famous Fish & Chips, Sefarer Fried Native Shrimp, Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad or Cheeseburger Dinner. Before heading home we’ll have time for shopping at the Kittery Outlets.

NEWPORT PLAYHOUSE : “BAGGAGE” – Sunday, August 6, 2017; Depart: 8:30 AM, Return: 6:30 PM; Price: $89By popular demand we are off to the Newport Playhouse for Lobster Fest 2017, one of the best buffets in RI! Yummy, boiled lobster, shrimp cocktail, mussels, clam chowder, barbeque chicken, potatoes and much more! After our amazing buffet we'll watch "Baggage." Two difficult single people, both trying to heal from their respective disappointing relationships, get their luggage mixed up at the airport. After a very disagreeable first encounter the two decide to help each other get over their heartaches by forcing a friendship that eventually leads to the two discovering that while they may be too difficult for everyone else in the world, they are perfect for each other. Before we leave we will enjoy a fun-filled cabaret! Reserve your ticket by 7/14/17 to secure a seat.

STATE SENATOR JASON LEWIS

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STONEHAM COUNCIL ON AGING

Board of Directors meet on the third Tuesday, 6/20, at 3PM at the Center. Meetings are open to the public.

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR The town administrator, Tom Younger, will be at the center on the 1st Thursday of the month. Thursday, 6/1 at noon.

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Human ServicesATTORNEY FOR SENIORS

Free legal assistance is available for seniors once per month. Attorney Karol Bisbee will visit the Senior Center on Tues 6/6 at 2PM. Call (781) 438-1157 for an appointment.

VETERANS SERVICES

Stoneham Veterans Agent James Devlin is available at the Senior Center Monday through Friday from 8AM-4PM. Veterans who need assistance 23/+& /+*3-& 4*1*(/%5& 36*6& 73$& .1$&Attendance pension, should call Jim at (781) 279-2664 to schedule an appointment.

SHINE COUNSELING

0"1($*1/3.#& )",1%*#318& .9.3#.4#*& /"&the Center on Mondays from 1-4PM and Wednesdays 11AM-2PM. Get help with such topics as Medicare, Medicaid, and prescription drug coverage. Call (781) 438-1157.

MASS DENTAL SOCIETY

Guide to sources of low/no cost dental care. Website: massdental.orgTelephone: 1-800-342-8747

PHARMACY OUTREACH PROGRAM

Through Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health ServicesWebsite:mcphs.edu/pharmacyoutreachTelephone: 1-866-633-1617

For More Information, check at the front desk or call (781) 438-1157. Please park at the rear of the parking lot behind the Barn for day trips. We regret that we cannot provide special assistance with walking, dining and personal needs on trips.

Trip Cancellation Policy: Cancellation on or before registration deadline: Full refund. Cancellation after registration deadline: No refund

Senior Center staff reserve the right to modify itinerary as conditions require during trips.

Page 9June 2017

Program Spotlight

For people with Medicare, MOON has a new meaning: “Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice”. This newly required notice must be given to some patients who have been admitted to a hospital for “observation”. Hospitals are increasingly admitting patients under observation status.

You may be surprised to know that even if you are admitted to a hospital room overnight, you might not be an “inpatient”. If you are under observation, you are considered an outpatient even though you may stay in a hospital bed for many days. This changes how your Medicare coverage works. The MOON will explain the reason for observation status and how it affects your Medicare coverage.

For example, if you have Original Medicare, with or without a Medigap plan, an inpatient hospital stay of at least three days is needed to get any coverage for skilled nursing facility (SNF) care. If you are under observation, you would not get any follow up SNF coverage paid for, even if it is medically necessary. However, if you are in a Medicare Advantage plan or your doctor is in an Accountable Care Organization, the rules are different and the three-day requirement may be waived.

For further assistance about this or any Medicare issue, contact the SHINE !"#$"%&'( ()"%*+,-(./012(3#45+6,,"7(#88,"( 8",,9(:#+;-,+6*%4(:#5+7,4*+$(#+(all aspects of Medicare and related health and drug insurance programs. To schedule a SHINE appointment, call your local Senior Center. For other SHINE related matters, call 1-800-AGE-INFO (1-800-243-4636), then press or say 3. Once you get the SHINE answering machine, leave your name and number. A volunteer will call you back, as soon as possible.

What is a MOON?

Did you know Original Medicare may not pay for rehab care if a patient is in the hospital under Observation Status? Beginning March 2017, hospitals must inform patients if they are receiving hospital services as an outpatient or Observation Status. The MOON form explains how further treatment will be covered: all hospital services would be covered under Medicare Part B with a 20% co-payment, and rehab care could be 100% out-of-pocket.

For further questions regarding Observation Status or the MOON form, please contact your local SHINE program at 781-388-4845 or call the Center SHINE counselors at 781-438-1157

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ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICESMedical AppointmentsTransportation is available to medical appointments upon availability of a volunteer driver. 14 day advance notice is required. Call (781) 438-1157 to schedule.

Medication Disposal - Mondays from 10AM-NoonThe senior van will bring you to and from the police station to dispose of your unused and expired medications and prescriptions. Call (781) 438-1157 to sign up.

MBTA “The Ride” - Call (617) 337-2727.

Charlie CardFor those who need to renew or obtain a “Charlie Card” call the MBTA T-pass program at (617) 222-2070.

Trip Metro NorthGet where you need to go with this free program of Mystic Valley Elder Services, that reimburses friends and neighbors who give you rides. Call the TRIP specialist at (781) 388-4819 to apply.

WEEKLY CLASSES Get moving, get grooving, get fit, get healthy with the variety of exercise programs we have at the Center. Call (781) 438-1157 for information or to sign-up.Monday

» Jacki Sorenson Aerobics; 8:30AM-9:30AM, $5 » Gentle Pilates with Alice; 9:55AM-10:45AM, $4 » Men’s Exercise; 11AM-12PM, $4 » Flexibility & Strength with Nancy; 1PM-2PM, $4

Wednesday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 8:30AM-9:30AM, $5 ! "#$%%!&'$!($)*+*,-%$). » Walking Club, 8:30AM, FREE, Approximately 1 mile.

Newcomers get a shirt and pedometer. Breakfast to follow sponsored by Stoneham Credit Union. » Chair Yoga, 9:45AM, $2 » Line Dancing, 11AM, FREE » Bocci, 10AM, FREE

Thursday » Zumba Gold, 8:30 9:15AM, $4* » Gentle Pilates, 9:15-10:00AM, $4*

* $6 to take both classes ($2 discount) » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 10:15-11:15AM, $5 » Balance & Coordination with Nancy, 12PM-1PM, $4 » Chair Yoga, 1:15PM, $2

Friday » Jacki Sorensen Aerobics, 8:30-9:30AM, $5 » Gentle Yoga with Leila, 10-11AM, $5 » Pickleball,9:30-11:30AM, Boys & Girls Club, 15 Dale Court,

FREE thanks to Life Care Center of Stoneham » Billiards, after 2PM

SENIOR CENTER VANTo and From the Center If you need a ride to the Center, call (781) 438-1157. The comfortable 13-passenger van is available to transport you to and from the Senior Center on Mon, Wed, Thurs and Fri from 8:30AM until 3PM and Tues from 8:30-11AM. We offer daily pickups from Finnegan Hall at 9:30AM. This is a curb-to-curb service. Drivers are not able to assist passengers with physical limitations. Transportation is available to seniors (60 and over) who live independently in the community.

Cheap Eats - Tuesdays 11:30AM-3PM$3 + cost of your lunch. Call (781) 438-1157.

Grocery Shopping - Pickup between 8:45-9:15AM (3 Bag Limit), $2Wed. - Leisure Ln, Mountain View Dr. & Finnegan Hall Fri. - Private homes

Main Street Quick Stops - Thursdays 9-11AM; $2Starts at CVS in Redstone and runs continuously to the Library and back. Call the day before for home pick-up before 9AM.

Help your body work for you! Find pain relief, reduced stiffness, and a better quality of life through Tai Chi. Taught /0!1%$*,(%2!,3)*$41*'$!54)63!7%18%$9!'4$!:6,!;<,!,)!/6)%2!

on the methods of Dr. Paul Lam. It is often described as “meditation in motion,” harmonizing body and mind by practicing slow continuous movement accompanied by deep breathing. There’s growing evidence that this mind-body practice has value in treating or preventing many health problems. Our practice is gentle, requiring a small range of motion, and can be done standing or seated. All are welcome to this program sponsored by Mystic Valley Elder Services. This class is free.

Beginner Class

This class is an introduction to sun style Tai Chi. It’s perfect for beginning practitioners.

Advanced Class

Continue to practice Tai Chi and expand your knowl- edge of new forms. Some experience with Tai Chi is helpful for enjoyment of this class.

THIS CLASS WILL BE BACK IN SEPTEMBER

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HONORARY / MEMORIALIn honor of Marsha Wengen from SHINE program from Rose Donovan

DONATIONS TO THE CENTERAARP Tax Prep from Alice JeffersonFor Sandy for helping me. Thank you. from Angela BuonoCarolyn Mahoney Anonymous

DONATION FORM

Yes! I want to help support the Senior Center. My donation in the amount of $___________ is enclosed. Checks payable to: Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street, Stoneham MA 02180.

Name: __________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________City ________________ State: _________Zip _______________ Phone: ____________Email _______________________________

____ Check here if you do not wish your $10 or above donation to be listed in the Sentinel.

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BARGAIN BARN

The Bargain Barn is back, Thursdays 10AM-2PM! Donations will be accepted starting Monday, April 10th.

We are grateful for clean, gently used goods: costume jewelry, watches, antiques, lamps, picture 7)01(/8#0)&4$)98#,$/&()/8#2+/'(/8#*%,/8#/&(140)(8#9+&*'(-#:02:(&/8#,$&/8#,0-/8#%&(-/+"/8# "+-(-/8#;0&<ware, handbags, unopened puzzles, knick-knacks, craft supplies, books, DVD movies, music CDs, small furniture, hand tools (not power), mirrors, small gardening tools in good condition.

Volunteers are also needed for a variety of jobs and shifts! If interested, contact Mary Z at (781) 438-1157, Tuesday through Thursday.

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