Kelly’s Korner…

JULY & AUGUST

2019

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Northbridge Senior Center

20 Highland Street

Whitinsville, MA 01588

508-234-2002

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Hours

Mon-Thurs .......... 8:30am-4:00pm

Friday ................. 8:30am-1:00pm

Staff

Director................................ Kelly Bol

Asst. Director...……….Michelle Methe

Receptionist……………......Mary Alex

Programs…………. ...Jeannine Dionne

Outreach…………….….Olivia Mathieu

Bus Driver……….………....

Nutrition………………...Bill Robidoux

Council on Aging Board

Chairman ...................... Jean Mistretta

Vice Chairman………. Denise Forgit

Secretary .............. …. Carole Sweeney

Treasurer .................... Charlene Potvin

Board Members

Yvette Ayotte-Kind

John Doldoorian

Jean Finnegan

Elaine Inman

Elaine Mahoney

Kelly’s Korner…

Summer Greetings!

I would like to dedicate this edition of our newsletter to longtime

COA Board Member Ted Haringa. Ted was appointed to the

Board in 2007, which was certainly just the beginning. By May

of 2011, Ted was elected as Chairman, a position he held until

his resignation this past May. Ted’s work remains very much a

part of the foundation of our COA. As Director, I am beyond

thankful for the years I worked alongside Ted. Together with his

guidance, perseverance and never-ending support, the Council

on Aging accomplished many goals. Also, on a personal note,

during these years I came to truly know Ted and his wife, Marie.

Particularly sharing in their excitement with the welcoming of

each new great-grandchild. This is what I cherish the most!

Kelly Bol , Director

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HELLO SUMMER!!

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HIKING/OUTDOORS CLUB

This is a new group designed for active

seniors who will work together to develop a

program of activities throughout the year.

This club is for those who love the outdoors

and want to socialize with others with the

same interests. We will meet the second

Wednesday of every month starting

July 10th @ 2:00pm to begin planning!

Call Olivia for more information.

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SPECIALEVENTSINJULY�

UKULELE CLASS

EVERY TUESDAY FOR

4 WEEKS STARTS

JULY 9TH @ 3:00PM

Instructor Raianne Richards

$5/class and Ukulele will be provided!

Call Michelle to sign up

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

In Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association

Wednesdays, July 3rd & August 7th

From 10:30-11:30am

Build a support system with people who

understand. Exchange practical information on

caregiving challenges. Share feelings, needs and

concerns. Learn about community resources.

Facilitated by Olivia Mathieu, Outreach

Call the Center for more information.

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Senator Moore �

Strawberry Shortcake Social�

Tuesday, July 16th @ 12:00pm. �

Senator Moore and his team

will be here serving this �

delicious dessert! �

Please call to sign up.�

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VICTORIAN TEA & PERFORMANCE�

Wednesday, July 17th @ 1:00pm

Guests will sip tea and nibble on pastries as

Janet Parnes, founder of Historical Portrayals by

Lady J Millis, portrays a fictional etiquette

expert of 1890. She will address topics that

include tea etiquette, Queen Victoria, fan

language, fashion, housework, courtship scandal

and much more. The performance will include a

display of Victorian clothing and artifacts. You

must call the Center to sign up for this one of a

kind event.

Thank you to the Northbridge Cultural

Council for providing the grant to bring this

wonderful performance to the Center!

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SUMMER COOKOUT!

Monday, July 22nd @ 12:00pm

Mendon St. Kitchen in Uxbridge

will be grilling up hot dogs and

hamburgers at the Center for a

summertime cookout.

This is a free lunch brought to

you by our FINE group. Please call to sign up!

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Rep. Dave Muradian

Italian Luncheon

Tuesday, July 23rd @ 11:30.

Rep Muradian and his team

will be serving us lunch, Italian style!

Please call to sign up for this event.

VISIT US FOR SOME GREAT PROGRAMS THIS SUMMER!

F.I.N.E. NEWS

ONGOING FUNDRAISING

FINE accepts donations in a number of ways:

♦ Become a “FRIEND” of FINE by joining our member-

ship.

♦ Refer to the Charitable Giving tab at our website,

http://nscfine.com

♦ Participate in the 120 raffle, our major fundraiser.

For $20 you can join in 20 weekly drawings and our

large final drawing.

UPCOMING EVENT

Our Harvest Dinner/Dance will be held on Friday,

October 25th. The cost is $25/person.

120 CLUB

The 120 Club had its final drawing of this cycle on June 6th.

Names of the winners are posted in the dining room. The

next cycle begins on July 19th. Tickets can be purchased at

the front desk.

FINE BOARD

Angelo Mirabile, President, Gay McCrea, Vice President,

Jim Gallagher, Treasurer, Joan Jeffers, Secretary

Mary Alex, Muriel Beaulieu, Joyce Brill, Linda Crooker,

Joyce Gallagher, Blanche Kidd, Steve Lotterman,

Phil Prairie, Vickie Prairie

Join FINE by filling out the form below and mailing it to:

FINE, 20 Highland Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588

FINE (Friends of Northbridge Elders) is a private, non-profit, fund-raising corporation providing financial sup-

port to the Northbridge Senior Center. FINE meetings are on the first Thursday of the month (excluding July

and August) at 3:00 PM at the Center and are open to all. Decisions about disbursement of funds are based on

requests from the Council on Aging and suggestions from members and others.

Name__________________________________________

Address_________________________________________

Date____________________________________________

Phone__________________________________________

Email__________________________________________

Dues: One year $5, Three years $12 or make a donation to FINE.

Donation:______________________

In Memory or Honor of_____________________________________

AFTERNOON MOVIES & ICE CREAM

IT’S CHRISTMAS IN JULY !

Wednesday, July 24th @ 12:30pm

“The Man Who Invented Christmas”

A wonderful story of Charles Dickens’ journey

that led to the creation of “A Christmas Carol”.

&

Wednesday, August 14th @ 12:30pm

“Going in Style”

Starring Morgan Freeman & Michael Caine

A trio of retirees plan to rob a bank after their

pensions are cancelled. Lots of laughs!

Both months we are serving sundaes to enjoy

during the movies. Come join us!

TAKE A TRIP!

Newport Playhouse Wednesday, July 10th

Fun, food, farce and LOBSTER! Enjoy a

fantastic buffet, a wonderful play “Funny

Money” and a fun-filled Cabaret all at the

same place! $95/person

Lake Pearl Wednesday, August 28th

This is the ultimate tribute show! Diamonds

& Pearls/Cash & Kings will have you dancing

and singing your day away. Songs by Neil Di-

amond, Carole King, Johnny Cash and more!

$92/person

Call Jeannine to sign up for these trips.

JULY 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1

10:00 Chair Yoga

12:45 BINGO

12:30 Coloring & Crafts

1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

2

9:00 Billiards-Open

11:00 Tai Chi

11:45 Congregate Lunch

12:30 POKENO

3

8:30 Billiards-Open

10:15 Low Impact Aerobics

10:30 Caregiver Group


1:00 Mahjong

1:30-3:30 Computer Help

4

CLOSED

5

9:00 Billiards -Open

9:00 Painting Workshop

9:00 SHINE Assistance

10:15 Stretch & Strengthen


8

10:00 Chair Yoga

12:15 Senator Moore

12:45 BINGO


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

9

9:00 Billiards-Open

11:00 Tai Chi

11-1:00 BP Clinic


12:30 POKENO

3:00 Ukulele Class

10

8:30 Billiards-Open



1:00 Mahjong


11


10:00 Chair Yoga


12






15

10:00 Chair Yoga

12:45 BINGO


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

16

9:00 Billiards-Open

11:00 Tai Chi


12:00 Dessert with

Senator Moore

12:30 POKENO

3:00 Ukulele Class

17

8:30 Billiards-Open



1:00 Tea Party

1:00 Mahjong


18


10:00 Chair Yoga

10:30 VA Services


19






22

10:00 Chair Yoga

12:00 Cookout

12:45 BINGO


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

23


11:00 Tai Chi

11:45 Italian Lunch

3:00 Ukulele Class

24

8:30 Billiards-Open


10:30 Book Club


12:30 Movie & Ice Cream

1:00 Mahjong


25


10:00 Chair Yoga


26






29

10:00 Chair Yoga


12:45 BINGO


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

30


11:00 Tai Chi


12:30 POKENO

3:00 Ukulele Class

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8:30 Billiards-Open



1:00 Mahjong


Did you know…

*We serve lunch every day at the

Center?

*Our beautiful Billiard Room

is open every day?

*There’s always something exciting

happening at the Center!


AUGUST 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Friday

1


9:30 Fraud Brigade

10:00 Chair Yoga


2




10:15 Stretch & Strength


5

9:00 Billiards-Open

10:00 Chair Yoga


12:45 Bingo


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

6


10-12 Fallon Sr. Rep.

11:00 Tai Chi


12:30 POKENO

7

8:30 Billiards-Open

10:15 Low Impact Aero.

10:30 Caregiver Support


1:00 Mahjong


8


10:00 Chair Yoga


9






12

9:00 Billiards-Open

10:00 Chair Yoga


12:15 Sen. Moore Office

12:45 Bingo


1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

13


11:00 Tai Chi

11-1:00 BP Clinic


12:30 POKENO

14

8:30 Billiards-Open

10:15 Low Aerobics


12:30 Movie & Ice Cream

1:00 Mahjong


15


10:00 Chair Yoga

10:30 VA Services


16






19

9:00 Billiards-Open

10:00 Chair Yoga



1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

1:00 Singer Tim Brooks

6:30 Tai Chi

20


11:00 Tai Chi


12:30 POKENO

21

8:30 Billiards-Open

10:15 Low Impact Aerob.


1:00 Mahjong


22


10:00 Chair Yoga


23






26

9:00 Billiards-Open

10:00 Chair Yoga



1:00 Mahjong

1:00 Aqua Exercise

6:30 Tai Chi

27


11:00 Tai Chi


12:30 POKENO

28

8:30 Billiards-Open

10:15 Low Impact Aerob.

10:30 Book Club


1:00 Mahjong


29


10:00 Chair Yoga


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NEW EDUCATION SERIES

We are starting a monthly Education Series

At the Senior Center beginning

Wednesday, September 4th

From 6:00-7:30pm

Our first topic will be:

“Cannabis: Facts & Myths in Regards to Healthcare”

Canna Care Docs offers medical marijuana evaluations at their clinics across Massa-

chusetts. As medical cannabis becomes more widely available, many people are

seeing it as a viable option for healthcare, but need more information and education.

In this informational session, some topics of discussion are; the history of cannabis,

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pertaining to medical cannabis and it’s use. Each person who attends the event

leaves with a folder that is filled with useful information about the program

including dispensary locations, a patient handbook and laws about the MMJ

program in Mass. After the slide presentation, there will be a question and answer

forum with a Nurse Practitioner.

This series is open to the public and free of charge.

Lite snacks will be provided.

Call Michelle for more info.

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