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The HILLTOPPER
HopkintonSeniorCenter!CouncilOnAging!
Table of Contents
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2 Director’s Desk & New Programs
3 Health/Outreach Information
4 Programs
5 Transportation/Day Trips
6 Ongoing program schedule
7 Calendar
9 Medicare & What’s Happening
10 Friends & Past Activities
12 Menu & Veterans Breakfast
“Come for the schools,
Stay for the Senior Center.”
M"#!2018!
8:30-4:00 Monday - Thursday
8:30-2:00 Friday
28 Mayhew Street
Hopkinton, MA 01748
(508) 497-9730
www.hopkintonseniorcenter.com
(1949-2018) It is with deep sorrow that the Senior Center staff announce the peaceful passing of our Director of 30 years, Cynthia Ann (Castiglioni) Chesmore on April 9th. Our hearts and prayers go out to Bob, Aimee, Cassie, Keefe, Andrea, Gregory and
Andrew in their time of sorrow. Cindy’s legacy is the “new” Senior Center that she advocated for an enjoyed working at for many years.
Her obituary and detailed information can be viewed at www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
My heart is like a May basket, receiving
the gift of purple and yellow flowers
The longer days filled with sunshine and warmth fill my spirit with
gratefulness, joy and love for Mother Nature.
Reflection by Mary McLeod
Plant & Book Sale Friday, May 18, 9:00 – 2:00
Saturday, May 19, 9 – noon
A large variety of vegetables, flowers and plants grown and donated by our greenhouse volunteers will be available at rock bottom prices. Seeds have been started for over a dozen varieties of tomato plants including heirlooms. There will be a wide selection of gardening books, as well as cookbooks, children’s and many other subjects. Stock up for your summer reading!
When you wake up your garden this spring, please consider donating some of your perennial divisions to the sale. These are always in high demand.
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STAFF Ext.
Amy Beck, Assistant Director ................... 1613
Judi Allessio, Administrative Assistant .. 1614
Joyce Raum, Outreach Worker ................. 1615
Marlene Troupes, Outreach Worker ......... 1616
Susan Stewart, Volunteer Coordinator ..... 1618
Lisa Deneen, Receptionist......................... 1611
George Robinson, Bus Driver
Louie Mongiat, Bus Driver
Pat Lynch, Custodian
Alice Rotfort, S.H.I.N.E Counselor
FOOD SERVICE STAFF
Zahra Ali
Maureen Aylward
Mark Newton
Ruth Warner
Richard Munroe
and numerous Volunteers who make it all
happen!
From the Director’s Desk (dated April 4, 2018)
O ffering the series of free exercise and wellness classes seems to have worked well. Our goal was to get you into the habit of joining the classes on a regular basis or at least continue to use what you’ve learned at home.
There are many benefits to be earned by exercising both your mind and body. Don’t let these opportunities pass you by. You’ll enjoy a more fun filled life with many things to look forward to.
Every so often you’ll see an announcement of free months; please take advantage of them.
Sincerely,
Cindy Chesmore, Director
COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD
Dave Nelson, Chairman John Gardner
Donna Deneen, Vice Chairman Jack McInerney
Marilyn Palmer, Secretary Pat Baratta
Jack Palitsch Eunice Inman
Carol Walsh
Open Board meetings held 1st Wed. of month at 1:00
BBB SCAM - PRESENTATION
Thursday, May 10 at 12:30
The BBB Scams, Fraud & Identity Theft Program will cover the most common scams currently circulating the community, the major "red flags" to watch out for and the precautionary steps we can take to protect ourselves from falling victim to identity theft.
AARP SMART DRIVER SAFETY
COURSE Thursday, May 24, 10 am – 3 pm
Even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills, so the Hopkinton Senior Center is offering a driver safety program through AARP on Thursday, May 24, 2017 from 9:45 to 3 pm.
The AARP Smart Driver Course offered by AARP Driver Safety is the nation's largest driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. By taking the AARP Smart Driver Course attendees will be taught the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate a vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. You may be eligible to receive a multi-year auto insurance discount upon completing the course (consult your insurance agent for details). AARP membership is not required to take the course and there are no tests to pass.
The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-
members. The course will run from 9:45 AM to 3PM with a break for lunch. Bring a lunch, or purchase at the Hopkinton Senior Center. Space is limited to 20 individuals. To register for the course, contact the Front
Desk at the Senior Center.
Beginner Tap Dancing for body and the mind.!
Is this Laughter Yoga or Zumba?!
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BOWLING
Monday, May 7 & 21 (Note New Price) (leave Senior Center 8:45)
Cost: $13 includes shoes, 3 games and bus. If you choose to meet us there, the cost will be $10. Please call to sign up whether you take the bus or not so we can ensure that there will be an lane available.
LAUGHTER YOGA LAUGHTER WELLNESS PROGRAM
Wednesday, May 16 at 10:30
NUTRITION COUNSELING Thursday, May 17 at 1 – 3 1 hour appointment
HEARING – TALK
Thursday, May 17 at 10:00 May is Better Hearing Month! Darcy Repucci, MS, CCC-A, licensed Audiologist and owner of Baystate Audiology in Hopkinton will be here to discuss the ear and how you hear, how to read an audiogram, how hearing loss impacts quality of life and options for coping with hearing loss. Question and answers following the talk.
Hearing Aid Cleaning Thursday, May 17 at 11:00
Meditation & Movement Class Fridays, 12 noon, (May 4 & 25)
May 2018 HOPKINTON SENIOR CENTER 3
Podiatry Clinic – Monday, June 18th ! 9:00 with Dr. Cooper; Appointment needed; $30 Next appointment date is August 20th.
Blood Pressure Clinic – Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:30 No charge - Drop in!
WOW (Weight Off Wisely) - Tuesdays, 10-11 Free
Durable Medical Equipment for Hopkinton residents use only, as available, to be loaned out free of charge (walkers, bath seats, commodes, canes, crutches).
Wheelchairs, both standard and transport, require a $25 refundable deposit and are limited to 2 months.
HEALTH SERVICES
OUTREACH SERVICES
Our Time Memory Café
Hopkinton Public Library Tuesday May 8th 1:00—3:00 pm
Monthly every 2nd Tuesday
Our Time Memory Café is a welcoming gathering for those experiencing forgetfulness, mild cognitive impairment, living with dementia and their care partner, family, and friends. The monthly events are free, offering conversation and refreshments in a relaxing atmosphere. The café is a place to socialize, share experiences with others going through similar changes and form friendships. Celebrate life and share happiness at Our Time Memory Café. A care partner must accompany anyone who requires assistance. Registration is requested but not required.
For more information or to register call (508) 497-0108 or email info@ourtimememorycafe.org
Our Time Memory Café is a joint venture between The Hopkinton Senior Center and the Hopkinton Library.
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN This group meets at the Hopkinton Public Library, 13 Main Street the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. (May 9th & June 13th).
For more information, please contact Colleen Souza, Hopkinton Youth and Family Services at 508-497-9781 or csouza@hopkintonma.gov.
Zentangle
Tuesday, May 22 at 12:30
Using only pen, pencil and paper, Zentangle is a drawing method which enables people of all ages and abilities to create intricate designs through the use of simple repetitive patterns. In this class we will learn how to make tangles that create a woven/basketwork type pattern (reminiscent of spring baskets).
Sarah Del Mastro, The Traveling Tangler, will be here to teach us the art of Zentangle. No experience is necessary.
Cost: $5 for every student (New students will receive a Zentangler kit. Past students should bring their kits with them.)
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BOOK CLUB
The Hopkinton Senior Center Book Club meets
the first Monday of every month at 10:30. ALL are welcome.
May 7 – An American Family: A Memoir of Hope and Sacrifice by Khizr Khan !“A politically pointed immigrant success story
mingled with equally pointed tragedy.” KIRKUS REVIEW!!
June 4 – The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens
“College student Joe Talbert has the modest goal of completing a writing assignment for an English class. His task is to interview a stranger and write a brief biography of the person. With deadlines looming, Joe heads to a nearby nursing home to find a willing subject. There he meets Carl Iverson, and soon nothing in Joe's life is ever the same.” USA Today
Elder Law 101 – the 2018 Edition
Tuesday, May 1 at 10:00
Arthur Bergeron will be here to discuss how the new Massachusetts CARE Act, changes to the federal tax code, the tightening of MassHealth regulations, and other changes in the law might affect you, while also getting a refresher on the basics of wills, trusts, probate avoidance and asset protection.
Legal Clinic at the Center Friday, May 4 � 10:00 – 12:00
Elder Law Attorney, Arthur Bergeron of Mirick O’Connell, provides individual free 15 minute clinics. Appointment required.
Elder Law for Singles
Tuesday, May 29 at 10:00
If you are single, your estate planning, tax minimization and asset protection concerns are very different from those of married couples. Arthur Bergeron will be here to explain what steps you need to take to protect yourself and preserve your assets.
ZUMBA Free Sample took place on March 20th—They all want more!
COMPUTER LAB NEWS
Are you frustrated with your Cell Phones, Tablets, or Laptops? Do you want to use a computer here at the Center
but feel you need help or need to learn the basics?
Help is available in the Computer Lab Monday through Friday from 10 to 12.
Steve Sogland, our Tuesday volunteer has spent the last fifteen years in IT for a top Fortune 500 company. • He specialized in desktop and laptop software. • Steve is experienced in iPhone, iPad, and some
Android tablets. • He is extremely cautious when removing virus’
and malware (Windows mainly), and cleaning-up the device by removing non-essential components while safeguarding the user’s data.
• Can teach users how to use their devices, show them “tricks and shortcuts”.
• If he doesn’t know the answer he will research it for you.
Stop in on Tuesday with or without your device and meet him. Next month we’ll introduce you to another IT skilled volunteer. Our volunteers do not make house calls.
Please contact Judi at ext. 1614 with any special
request or interest in group classes.
Senior Tea
May 3rd at 2:30
The Honor Society at Hopkinton High School is once again putting on a Senior Tea for the senior citizens of Hopkinton at the Hopkinton High School Cafeteria. Please call the Senior Center to sign up. Rides available by request.
HOPKINTON TOWN MEETING
Hear ye, hear ye!
Exercise your right to speak out and have your vote counted at 7:00pm, May 8th at the Hopkinton Middle School Auditorium.
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DAY TRIPS BUS SCHEDULE
*2nd & *4th Thursday, Chair Massage 9:30-
12:30. Sign up required; $1 per minute (5 min. minimum) Subject to change—check calendar
2nd
Thursday – Birthday lunch on us for Hopkinton Seniors and volunteers whose birthday falls in this month. Please call to reserve your free lunch.
Thursdays 12:30-3:30 & Fridays 9:00-1:30 Hair-dresser by appoint; $10 cut — $15 wash, cut & dry
1st
Friday at 9:00 – Hopkinton Veterans Breakfast
2nd
Saturday - Hopkinton Recycling Center – re-deemable bottles and cans
REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS
Monday - NO Bus Transportation
Tuesday 9:00 - 12:30 Local errands - Center activities
12:45 - 3:00 Shopping (various discount stores) Approx. 3:30 rides home from Center
Wednesday 9:00 -12:30 Local errands—Center activities
1 - 3:30 Mall Walking –Solomon Pond, bus departs Center at 1:00 returning 3:30 - rides home
Thursday 9:00 - 12:30 Local errands and Center activities
12:30-3:00 Market Basket - Bellingham
Friday 9:00 -12:30 Open for your requests when available. Early reservations requested 1 - 2 Bread/Milk Run to Price Chopper
Suggested ride donation (unless otherwise stated) $1 Round trip within Hopkinton
$3 Round trip outside of Hopkinton
Out-of-town and non-senior residents (-60) as space available.
JFK Library & Café
Friday May 4th at 9:30 Bus & Admission $16 Buy lunch at JFK Café
Tower Hill Gardens & Café
Friday 9:30
Bus & Adm. $12, Buy or bring lunch
Springfield Museums “5” in “1” Friday June 1st at 9:00 Buy lunch at Blake House Café (next door)
Remember you must have your emergency contact information available when making your reservations.
LET’S EAT OUT ...and enjoy dinner together at Erica’s Ristorante (Ashland) Tuesday May 22 bus leaves at 4:00 pm (leave time) Bus fee $3
TO ENSURE THE PROPER NUMBER OF RESERVATIONS, PLEASE LET US KNOW AT SIGN-UP IF YOU ARE PROVIDING YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION.
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION Rides for most local medical appointments are provided by volunteer drivers. This is curb to curb service; no assistance can be offered. Due to the limited number of volunteer drivers the service is only offered to seniors not residing in congregate senior living facilities.
When available, the wheelchair accessible bus may be scheduled for appointments. A companion may accompany the individual needing this service. Contact Amy Beck, ext. 1613.
SENIOR VIEW
Walking The Town Common
Guest: John Palmer Gail Clifford
Host: Mary McLeod
Sr. View is shown on local cable HCAM TV Mondays: 6:30 pm - Wednesdays: 5:30 pm -Thursday:11:00 am.
Wednesday, May 9th ! 10:00 The cooking class will be on the road with a trip to the Indian Market followed by lunch at Mayuri (Westboro). If you would like to bring a recipe, Zahra can help you find the needed items and/or explain about any of the interesting foods found at the store.
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PROGRAMS
HEALTH & FITNESS
Fitness class fee policy 1 hour classes are paid monthly in advance. Fees based on number of classes planned for the month. (ex. 3 classes x $3 = $9.) If the class is cancelled for any reason we will make adjustments as necessary. Fees: $3 & $5
YOGA for Seniors Monday 9:00 - $5
Instructor: Teresa Palmieri
This class is designed for everyone, and begins with breathing exercises followed by stretching/balancing and ending with guided relaxation. Postures will be modified to accommodate your activity level.
Exercise with Linda Monday 10:30 - $3
Instructor: Linda Bellefueille
During aging there is a gradual decrease in the ability to maintain skeletal muscle function and mass, which results in many injuries and reduced quality of life. These fun-filled classes will help to maintain muscle mass and ease of movement.
Exercise with Joni Tuesday 12:30 - $3
Instructor: Joni Lebov
Low-impact movement workout including muscle conditioning.
Tai Chi Wednesday 9:00 - $3
Instructor: Jean O’Connor
Tai Chi is a gentle Chinese art of health cultivation and balance. The benefits can be felt immediately and are long-
lasting with practice. Tai Chi will help you feel energized and calm while having fun.
Chi Gong Friday 10:30 - $3 Instructor: Linda Bellefueille
Chi Gong combines deep breathing with whole body movements to harmonize mind and body to promote energy, prevent illness and accelerate healing.
W.O.W. (Weight Off Wisely) Tuesday 10:00 - No fee
Facilitator: Marlene Troupes
This congenial group of dieters gives each other support, understanding and encouragement as they learn to make good food choices.
Stretch Class Tuesday 9:00-9:30 - No fee
Instructor: Dr. Binh
Straighten Out & Stretch with Dr. Binh Nguyen, CCSP, Cedar Chiropractic & Sports.
Cooking: “Seasoned w/ Zahra” Tuesday, Monthly at 2:00. No fee
Limit 8 reservations.
Our recipes emphasize fast, healthy, and delicious dishes that are seasonal and budget-minded.
Mall Walking at Solomon Pond Wednesday, bus leaves at 1:00 and returns to Center at 3:30.
TED Talks Monday, 12:30. No fee
Facilitators: Marlene & Joyce
This one hour program involves watching a short 18-20 minute thought- provoking video, followed by a discussion of the ideas.
Meditation Friday, 12 noon—check calendar Instructor: Jeanne Friswell
ZUMBA
To be announced
TAP DANCING (Beginner) Tuesday, 2:00 Instructor Rebecca Tredeau
Billiards Billiard Room open during normal hours of operation
Women’s Session: Tues & Thurs 12:30
Pitch Thursday 1:00—4:00
Computer Lab Open Daily, No Charge. Daily tutorial assistance from 10-12. Assistance includes photo lab, personal laptops and hand-held devices.
Pencils to Paints (Formerly Open Painting) Monday 9:30-11:30 - No fee
We have combined our Open Painting and Coloring Groups. Enjoy the company of others while working independently in any media. Bring your own materials. While some coloring supplies are available, we encourage you to bring your own pencils. (Note: If you work in oil please bring odorless paint thinner.)
Pottery Tuesday 9:30 - $4 Fee Instructor: Carol Mecagni
Explore the media of clay to make your own creation using the techniques of coil, slab or wheel throwing. Creativity is emphasized and students are encouraged to develop their own style and experiment with glazes. The class is limited to 10 participants.
Quilting Thursday 9:30 - $1 materials
Instructors: Laima Whitty, Jean Bertschmann, Laure Warren, Joan Dwyer & Kelsey Ullman. This fun loving group makes quilts, place mats, runners and more using traditional hand and machine quilting techniques. Participants run the gamut from beginners to very experienced.
Knitting Thursday 9:30.
Join a lively group who knit, crochet and enjoy each other’s company by our fireplace. Bring your own project or work on an afghan or other projects for charity. Beginners are welcome.
Chorus Wednesday 12:30-3:00
Conductor: Marilyn Greeno
Do you enjoy singing? Join our Senior Center Chorus! There are no auditions, and experience is not necessary; just a love of gathering with others who enjoy sharing old and new songs.
HEALTH & FITNESS ARTS
GAMES/COMPUTER LAB
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00 Stretch 1
9-12 SHINE Appoint. 9:30 Pottery 10:00 Elder Low 101
10:00 WOW
10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Exercise w/Joni 12:30 Women’s Billiards 2:00 Tap Dancing Begin.
2 9:00 Tai Chi 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Chorus 1:00 Mall Walking
1:00 COA Meeting
3 9:30 Quilting
9:30 Knitting
9-12 Computer Assist. 10:30-11:30 Blood Pres. 12:30-3:30 Hairdresser 12:30 Women’s Billiards 1:00 Pitch
4 9 Day Trip JFK Library
9:00 Veterans Breakfast 10:00 Legal Clinic 9-1:30 Hairdresser 10-12 Computer Assist.
10:30 Chi Gong
12:00 Meditation
7 8:45 Bowling
9:00 Yoga for Seniors 10:30 Book Club
9:30 Pencils & Painting
10-12 Computer Assist. 10:30 Exercise/Linda 12:30 TED Talks
9:00 Stretch 8
9-12 SHINE Appoint. 9:30 Pottery 10:00 WOW
10:30 Plan B Widows 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Exercise w/Joni 12:30 Women’s Billiards 2:00 Tap Dancing Begin. Memory Café (at Hopk. Public Library 1-3)
9 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Chorus 1:00 Mall Walking
10:00 Cooking with Zahra Road Trip
10 9:30 Chair Massage
9:30 Quilting & Knitting
9-12 Computer Assist. 10:30-11:30 Blood Pres. Birthday Lunch
12:30-3:30 Hairdresser 12:30 Women’s Billiards 12:30 BBB Scam Presn. 1:00 Pitch
11
9-1:30 Hairdresser 10-12 Computer Assist.
10:30 Chi Gong
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SATURDAY 12 Redeemable cans &
bottles @ Hop. Recycle
Center
14 9:00 Yoga for Seniors 9:30 Pencils & Painting
10-12 Computer Assist. 10:30 Exercise/Linda 12:30 TED Talks
15
9:00 Stretch w/Dr. Binh
9-12 SHINE Appoint. 9:30 Pottery 10:00 WOW
10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Exercise w/Joni 12:30 Women’s Billiards 2:00 Tap Dancing Begin
16 9:00 Tai Chi 10-12 Computer Assist. 10:30 Laughter Yoga
12:30 Chorus 1:00 Mall Walking
9:30 Quilting & Knitting 17
10-12 Computer Assist 10 Hearing Talk
10:30-11:30 Blood Pres. 10:30 Care Giver Group
11:00 Hearing Aid Clean
12:30-3:30 Hairdresser 12:30 Women’s Billiards 1:00 Pitch
1-3 Nutritional Counsel
18 9:30 Tower Hill Day Trip
9-1:30 Hairdresser 10-12 Computer Assist.
10:30 Chi Gong
9-2 Plant & Book Sale
SATURDAY
9-noon Plant & Book Sale
21
8:45 Bowling
9:00 Yoga for Seniors 9:30 Pencils & Painting
10-12 Computer Assist. 10:00 Friends Meeting 10:30 Exercise/Linda
12:30 TED Talks
Art Show 22
9:00 Stretch w/Dr. Binh
9-12 SHINE Appoint. 9:30 Pottery 10:00 WOW 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Exercise w/Joni 12:30 Women’s Billiards 12:30 Zentagle/Craft 2:00 Tap Dancing Begin
23 Art Show 9:00 Tai Chi 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Chorus 1:00 Mall Walking
Art Show
9:30 Chair Massage 24 9:30 Quilting & Knitting
9-12 Computer Assist. 10-3 AARP Driving
10:30-11:30 Blood Pres. 12:30-3:30 Hairdresser 12:30 Women’s Billiards. 1:00 Pitch
25
Art Show 9-1:30 Hairdresser 10-12 Computer Assist.
10:30 Chi Gong
12:00 Meditation
CLOSED 28 Art Show 9:00 Stretch 29
9-12 SHINE Appoint. 9:30 Pottery 10 Elder Law/Singles 10:00 WOW 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Exercise w/Joni 12:30 Women’s Billiards 2:00 Tap Dancing Begin
30
9:00 Tai Chi 10-12 Computer Assist. 12:30 Chorus 1:00 Mall Walking
9:30Quilting & Knitting 31
9-12 Computer Assist. 10:30-11:30 Blood Pres. 12:30-3:30 Hairdresser 12:30 Women’s Billiards 12 noon PenPal Pizza
(limited to students and their senior PenPal) 1:00 Pitch
June 1
9:00 Veterans Breakfast 9-1:30 Hairdresser 10-12 Computer Assist.
10:00 Legal Clinic 10:30 Chi Gong
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MEDICARE UPDATES
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High Prescription Drug Costs? Prescription Advantage May Help!
Prescription Advantage is a state-run program which helps members pay for their prescription drugs. It may lower your drug co-pays and also allows you to join or change your Medicare drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan. Eligibility is based on income only and there is no asset limit! Who can join? If you are a Massachusetts resident, eligible for Medicare, and are:
• 65 years or older with an annual income at or less than $60,700 for a single person or $82,300 for a married couple OR • Under 65 years and disabled, with an annual income at or less than $22,823 for a single person or $30,945 for a married couple.
There is no charge for joining Prescription Advantage, if you have an annual income at or less than $36,420 for a single person and $49,380 for a married couple. There is a $200 per person annual enrollment fee for those with higher incomes. Call Prescription Advantage today to enroll on the phone or ask for an application form. You can reach Prescription Advantage at 1-800-AGE-INFO (1-800-243-4636), then press or say 2. You may also apply online by going to www.prescriptionadvantagema.org . For further assistance with any Medicare issue, contact the SHINE Program. Trained SHINE volunteers offer free, confidential counseling on all aspects of Medicare and related health and drug insurance programs. To schedule a SHINE appointment, call the 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.
Meet the Hopkinton Senior Center Billiard Team: The billiard room is open during normal hours of operation. Women play, particularly on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 12:30. Coaching from the seasoned players to anyone is often available.
Massachusetts Senior Travel 8-Ball League begins in February and concludes in May. Stop in and watch, but “quietly” please!
Tuesday, May 22 to May 29—28 Mayhew Street
Back by popular demand -- our 4th Annual Senior
Center Art Show! You won’t want to miss what our extremely talented artisans have created. Check out a small portion of what our Knitters, Painters, Potters and Quilters have accomplished in the past year.
Art work will be displayed in the lobby and hanging in our main hallway (to the left of the lobby). Please remember we close at 2 pm on Fridays.
Art Lowell going for the winning shot. Teammate, Ed
Croci looking on. Tournament against Marlborough.!
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FRIENDS OF THE HOPKINTON SENIORS, Inc. (a 501c3 organization) Monthly Meeting on the 4th Monday at 10:00 am.
The Friends are gearing up for our 4 Boston Marathon Runners supporting the Friends of the Hopkinton Senior Citizens. Please consider supporting them. They are: Liz Keefe, Rebecca White, Jonathan Kalus and Raj Vasan. You can support on-line at: Razoo.com—Friends of Hopkinton Seniors 2018 Marathon.
BUTTON BATTERY COLLECTION (NEW 2018 COLLECTION HAS BEGUN)
Hopkinton Senior Center (28 Mayhew Street) is collecting your used Button Cell batteries to be recycled. All proceeds will be used to benefit Health programs at the Senior Center. Button cell batteries can be found in hearing aids, watches, and cameras and should not be thrown into a landfill.
Additional Drop Box Locations: Hopkinton Senior Center, Town Hall (80 South St.); Hopkinton and Woodville Post Office; St. John’s Church, Hopkinton CVS Pharmacy, Hopkinton Drug, Community Covenant Church, the Verizon Store (89 W. Main St), Hopkinton Library, Golden Pond, St. Paul’s Church, Hopkinton Jewelers, Fairview Estates,100 David Road, and Stephanie G’s.
Bottle & Can Drive ongoing. A receptacle is available by the staff entrance near the garage. Or, bring redeemables to the Hopkinton Recycling Center 2nd Saturday of the month.
Other fund raisers: Cell phones and small hand held
electronics.
Thrift Shop Hours: M-Th 9:00-3:00 and Fri. 10:00-1:00
Friends of the Hopkinton Senior Citizens, Inc. (501c3)
Sally Almy, President Directors: Mindy VanSchaick
Barbara Beale, Vice President Juliet Smith
Marion Intinarelli, Secretary Gail Tonelli
Dolores Ivester, Treasurer Patricia Srodawa
Mary McLeod
2018 Annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon and
celebration. Another great event with a
corned beef dinner and a
return of “Glen Shane”,
featuring John & Jean Nesbitt
from County Derry North
Ireland. Foot stomping music,
Irish lore and lots of laughter.
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BREAKFAST – CONTINENTAL $1.00 MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 – 10:00
1ST FRIDAY VETERANS BREAKFAST
WEEK 1
4/30 Seafood au gratin
5/1 Chicken Vindaloo
5/2 Steak Tips
5/3 Chicken Marsala
5/4 Chef’s Special
WEEK 2
5/7 Baked Macaroni w/fresh Tomatoes & Ham
5/8 Meatloaf 5/9 Salmon
5/10 Lasagna
5/11 Chef’s Special
WEEK 3
5/14 Hot Dogs & Beans
5/15 Gyros a la Zahra (chicken)
5/16 Pasta w/ Meat Sauce
5/17 Baked Ham 5/18 Chef’s Special
WEEK 4
5/21 Chicken Oriental Salad
5/22 Chili 5/23 Stuffed Peppers
5/24 BBQ Chicken
5/25 Chef’s Special
WEEK 5 5/28 CLOSED Memorial Day 5/29 Spaghetti & Meatballs
5/30 Teriyaki Chicken
5/31 Salmon Florentine
6/1 Chef’s Special
Daily: In addition to the main meal, a variety of sandwiches, salad plates, soup and desserts are available.
May Lunch Menu HOME Style Cooking prepared here with our own Chefs
V E T E R A N S B R E A K F A S T
Friday, May 4, 2018 at 9:00 All Hopkinton veterans are invited to a
breakfast in their honor on the first Friday of every month. If you or your organization would like to financially sponsor and honor veterans in this way, please contact Amy Beck for information at extension 1613. The May breakfast is in memory of Cindy Chesmore. The veterans and staff greatly appreciate all our generous contributors.
FRIENDS OF THE HOPKINTON SENIOR CITIZENS, INC. 501C3
MEMBERSHIP & DONATION FORM
2018 DUES - $5 PER YEAR
NAME___________________________________________________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________
PHONE:_________________________________________________
EMAIL:__________________________________________________
CHECKS MAY BE MADE PAYABLE AND MAILED TO
FRIENDS OF THE HOPKINTON SENIOR CITIZENS, INC.
28 MAYHEW ST., HOPKINTON, MA 01748
MEMBERSHIP $ ________________________________
DONATION $ ________________________________
TOTAL $ ________________________________
PAPERLESS EMAILED HILLTOPPER ? Y N
Membership does not include mailing outside Hopkinton
Paperless Hilltopper anyone? email jallessio@hopkintonma.gov or call 508 497-9730 X1614
Look for the
“Grand Old Flag”
retirement basket
above the coat
rack. Your flags
will be destroyed
properly and
respectfully. Also,
a Veteran News/
Information board
outside the dining
room.
Veterans’ Agents, Sarah Bateman or David de Ganne hold office hours by appointment at the Hopkinton Senior Center on Tuesday afternoons 1:30-4:00. Please contact an Agent at (508) 429-0629 for information or an appointment.