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Contents: Program Spotlight .......... 2 Arts & Entertainment ................ 3 Dining............................. 4 Health & Wellness ....... 4/5 Calendar & Menu ........ 6/7 Donations ...................... 8 Government ................... 9 Resources ....................... 9 Trips ................................ 9 Fitness. .......................... 10 Transportation .............. 10 Center Happenings................12 SEPTEMBER 2017 Stoneham Sentinel 136 Elm Street, Stoneham, MA 02180 · www.StonehamSeniorCenter.org (781) 438-1157 · (781) 438-1161 Fax (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. PROPERTY TAX WORK OFF PROGRAM See if you qualify for a property tax work off program Page 2. CREATIVE WRITING CLASS Interested in trying a new form of expression? Page 3. 'FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY" WORKSHOP Learn how to break through what might be holding you back from achieving your goals. Page 4. LOUISA'S GIRLS PERFORMANCE Enjoy an artistic interpretation on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story, Little Women, by the Delvina Theater Company. Page 3. ZENTANGLE WORSHOP Try a different type of art that requires no drawing skill. Page 3. MEDICARE HEALTHPLAN OPTIONS PRESENTATION Learn about all the options you may have for Medicare Health Plans. Page 5. SENIOR CENTER ANNOUCEMENTS Jewelry Class – Starting September 14th, this class will be back Thursdays at 1:45PM. Page 3. Chair Yoga – The class is returning the week of September 18th Grocery shopping pickup changes - Leisure Ln, Mountain View Dr. & Finnegan Hall pick up will now be Mondays instead of Wendesdays. SENIOR CENTER REMINDERS YANKEE RE-GIFT SWAP Have a gift that you never opened? Bring it to our annual Yankee Re-gift Swap! Page 3. MYSTIC VALLEY ELDER SERVICES PRESENTS: A MATTER OF BALANCE balance and strength. Page 5. ARTMATTERS: ANIMALS - OUR PETS See how pet's have been impacting our lives for ages. Page 3. VETERAN'S COFFEE Starting this month, Veteran's Coffee will be at the Center on the last Thursday of the month. Page 4. TAI CHI PROGRAM IS BACK! Tai Chi is back at the Center! See if a class fits your schedule. Page 10. NEW PENPAL PROGRAM Help local Girl Scouts bring back the art of letter writing while retelling stories and making new friends. Page 3. Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ StonehamSeniorCenter The driveway for the Center is one way. Please stay to the right and follow the road all the way around the back of the Center to exit. You may have seen the fence on the right side of the building. We put this up for your safety. Please use the walkway to come from the parking lot up to the front of the Center.
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Page 1: A PUBLICATION OF THE STONEHAM SENIOR CENTER Stoneham … · 9/14, The Devil Wears Prada (Comedy) Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep. Powerful fashion magazine editor controls all. 9/21,

Contents:

Program Spotlight .......... 2

Arts &

Entertainment ................ 3

Dining ............................. 4

Health & Wellness .......4/5

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

Donations ...................... 8

Government ................... 9

Resources ....................... 9

Trips ................................ 9

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

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

Center Happenings ................12

SEPTEMBER 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.

PROPERTY TAX WORK OFF PROGRAM

See if you qualify for a property tax work off program Page 2.

CREATIVE WRITING CLASS

Interested in trying a new form of expression? Page 3.

'FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY" WORKSHOP

Learn how to break through what might be holding you back from achieving your goals. Page 4.

LOUISA'S GIRLS PERFORMANCE

Enjoy an artistic interpretation on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story, Little Women, by the Delvina Theater Company. Page 3.

ZENTANGLE WORSHOP

Try a different type of art that requires no drawing skill. Page 3.

MEDICARE HEALTHPLAN OPTIONS PRESENTATION

Learn about all the options you may have for Medicare Health Plans. Page 5.

SENIOR CENTER ANNOUCEMENTS

Jewelry Class – Starting September 14th, this class will be back Thursdays at 1:45PM. Page 3.

Chair Yoga – The class is returning the week of September 18th

Grocery shopping pickup changes - Leisure Ln, Mountain View Dr. & Finnegan Hall pick up will now be Mondays instead of Wendesdays.

SENIOR CENTER REMINDERS

YANKEE RE-GIFT SWAP

Have a gift that you never opened? Bring it to our annual Yankee Re-gift Swap! Page 3.

MYSTIC VALLEY ELDER SERVICES PRESENTS: A

MATTER OF BALANCE

!"#$%&'()&*(&*#+"&,(%*$(-&(.&.#--/&)'0-"&012$(30%4&5"6070-0*89&balance and strength. Page 5.

ARTMATTERS: ANIMALS - OUR PETS

See how pet's have been impacting our lives for ages. Page 3.

VETERAN'S COFFEE

Starting this month, Veteran's Coffee will be at the Center on the last Thursday of the month. Page 4.

TAI CHI PROGRAM IS BACK!

Tai Chi is back at the Center! See if a class fits your schedule. Page 10.

NEW PENPAL PROGRAM

Help local Girl Scouts bring back the art of letter writing while retelling stories and making new friends. Page 3.

Like us on Facebook

www.facebook.com/

StonehamSeniorCenter

The driveway for the Center is one way. Please stay to the right and follow the road all the way around the back of the Center to exit.

You may have seen the fence on the right side of the building. We put this up for your safety. Please use the walkway to come from the parking lot up to the front of the Center.

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Page 2 Stoneham Sentinel

Program Spotlight

A Program for Homeowners in Stoneham

Eligibility

• Must be 60 years of age or older• Must be homeowner (or spouse of owner) and occupy the home• Income must not exceed $45,000 for a senior household of one person or $52,000 for two persons• Assets must not exceed $150,000.• Must have owned property for at least 5 years• Only one volunteer abatement per household per year

All Interested Applicants

• !"#$%&'()&$%$)%*##'##)&#%+,-.'%$)%/'$'&012'%'31415131$6%,)&%$7'%(&)4&80• 9"501$%82%8((31.8$1)2%$)%$7'%9'21)&%:'2$'&%8,$'&%.)2-&0'/%'31415131$6%;1$7%$7'%*##'##)&#%+,-.'• Schedule an interview with Senior Center Director • Applicants must complete 50 hours of service in a town department to qualify for the $500 exemption• The rate of service will be $10.00 per hour• Applicant must notify director and work site supervisor of schedule changes and absences• Applicant must notify director of any changes which affect eligibility i.e. sale of property• Applicant must turn in hours monthly to the Stoneham Senior Center

Placement

• Determined by matching applicant’s skills, interests and availability with job requests• If there are more applicants than available openings, a lottery will be held to determine which

applicants will be selected.

Time Frame

• Applications can be picked up at any time at the Stoneham Senior Center• Program effective July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018• Applications must be submitted to the Director of the Stoneham Senior Center • Work time frame between October 1, 2017 and April 30, 2018• Documentation of completed hours of service due to Senior Center May 1, 2018

For Additional Information: Contact Maureen Canova, Director, Stoneham Council on Aging/Senior Center – 781-438-1157 if interested in this program.

Property Tax Work O5 Program

The Stoneham Senior Center is a perfect setting for celebrating that special event, hosting a family party, or holding a club or group meeting. Our Center is located in a converted house on the National Registry of Historic Places and is known for its beautiful rooms and great landscape scenery. The building was originally Stoneham’s Second Almshouse. Rental funds go straight to the Senior Center to help us continue programs and serve our seniors.

Contact Angie for available dates and any other questions at 508-574-6283 or email her at !"##$%&'()*+,-./01+/2

Rent the Senior Center

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Page 3September 2017

YANKEE RE-GIFT SWAPFriday, September 22, 12:30 PMWe are having our annual “Yankee Re-Gift Swap!” To participate in the swap, you need to bring in an item you have received one time or another that you cannot use or have not used that has been re-wrapped. Wrapping doesn’t have to be fancy; any kind of wrapping will do, just make sure you cannot see what it is. Please do not go out and buy anything new. This is a re-gift swap! Sign up at the front desk! Light refreshments will be served.

DELVINA THEATER COMPANY: LOUISA'S GIRLS PERFORMANCEFriday, September 29th, 1PMLouisa’s Girls features an artistic interpretation on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story, Little Women. This live, one-woman, multi-character “edutainment” production offers a truly challenging and creative take on the classic. The audience will be mesmerized as Lynne Moulton, the actress, transforms herself from Marmee to Jo to Meg with a sudden voice change, a twist of her body or simple wave of a fan. The book wrapped !"# $%# &# '&(%$)*+%,# "+-./-'&%*+0# 123#Moulton will open up for discussion with the audience after the performance.Thank you to the Stoneham Cultural Council for supporting this event.

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 9/20 at 1PM. Call Natalie Baldini at (781) 279-1810 for information.

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

Chair Caning - Every 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.

Jewelry - With Pam Hodges, Thursdays at 1:30PM. $5 per class. Call Pam at (781) 521-6214 to join the class. Max of 10 participants per class for 6 weeks. No drop ins. Starts September 14th.

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

ART MATTERS: ANIMALS - OUR PETSTuesday, September 5th, 1PMAlthough we use art to communicate with one another as Human Beings, it is with other animals we are sometimes more connected to. We have a special relationship with our most intimate friends, the ones with which we share our daily lives. We are very emotionally connected to our pets. Join us for a journey around the world and throughout history, with art, to see and appreciate how connected we are and how well we understand our relationships with our many pets.

FALL CONCERTS ARE BACK!Head to the First Congregational Church by the Common in Stoneham and enjoy several shows this fall and winter. Sponsored by MELD.

Saturday, September 16th, 7PMGospel & Spirituals - Baritone Philip LimaSaturday, November 18th, 7PMPiano, Violin, & Cello - Tudor Dornescu, Velleda Miragias, and Tudor BotaSaturday, December 16th, 7PMTudor Bota & Friends play Christmas music

LIBRARY & READING CORNERCome enjoy our new reading corner on the first floor put together by our summer interns! Also, don’t forget that there is a library on the second floor. Take a book to read, and leave another for somebody else to enjoy.

ZENTANGLE WORKSHOPMonday, September 18th, 1-3PM, $7 covering basic materials Try a different form of creative expression. Zentangle, 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 page 12 to see examples.

CREATIVE WRITING CLASSMonday, September 18th-December 4th, 1-3PM, $2 per classLearn to write a verbal portrait. Bring a favorite image to class (a photo, postcard, or an image on your phone or laptop, etc.) and two hours later, you will leave with an inspiring short story of your own creation. Appropriate for novice or advanced writers! Kris Cooley will help you enhance your creative writing! Thank you to the Friends Group for supporting this class!

PENPAL PROGRAMWith today's fast paced digital communications, it's easy to forget the excitement of receiving a hand written letter in the mail. Stoneham middle & high school Girl Scouts would like to rekindle this tradition of note writing by becoming pen pals with local seniors. If you are interested in sharing old memories and creating new friendships, please contact Maureen Buckley at (781) 572-2068 or [email protected] for more information on the program

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!

9/7, A Dog's Purpose (Drama) Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid. Faithful family canine will bring tears to your eyes.9/14, The Devil Wears Prada (Comedy) Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep. Powerful fashion magazine editor controls all.9/21, Intermezzo (Classic) Leslie Howard, Ingrid Bergman. 1939 classic that debuted Ingrid.9/28, River of No Return (Western) Marilyn Monroe, Robert Mitchum. Dance hall singer, farmer and his son on a perilous journey

Arts & Entertainment

www.StonehamSeniorCenter.org

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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 September? If so, join us for your FREE birthday lunch and cake at noon on 9/29. Don’t forget to call and reserve your meal by noon on the 28th!

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 9/6 & 9/20, 8AM.

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.

DON'T IGNORE YOUR MEDICARE MAIL It's that time of year! If you have a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO,PPO), you will receive information from your plan by the end of September. During Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15-December 7), you may change your insurance plan for next year. SHINE counselors can help you understand your plan changes as well as other options you may have. There will be group presentations, but you are also able to schedule a phone or in-person appointment. SHINE !"#$%&'($)* (%* +* ,-&&* +$.* !"$/.&$0+'* %&-1(!&* 2-"1(.&.*by trained counselors. Don't delay, call 1-800-243-4636 and select 3 or call the Senior Center to schedule a SHINE appointment!

FREE HEARING CLINIC WITH APEX HEARING CARE Wednesday, September 20th, 12PM.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.

SHARPS CONTAINER If you need to dispose of needles or other medical sharp instruments, there is a designated medical sharps container '"!+0&.*"#0%(.&*",*03&*'+.(&%4*-""5*"$*03&*/-%0*6""-*+0*03&*Senior Center.

"FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY" WORKSHOPTuesday, September 12th – October 10th, 10:30AMAttend this unique workshop by Shirley Riga, discussing what in your life holds you back from achieving any goals you have. These classes will work on self-esteem, decision making, creativity, and overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs. Sign up at the Center for this five week long program!

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP The next meeting of the peer-led Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be on Tuesday, 9/5 at 1PM. Meets "$*03&*/-%0*7#&%.+8*",*&+!3*5"$039

COME SEE THE NURSE!September 11th, 9:30AMJoya Pezzuto, RN, a Community Outreach Nurse from Hallmark Health, will be at the Center the second Monday of each month. These appointments are free and confidential, so you can check your blood pressure or discuss any health issues you may be having.

Health &WellnessDining

VETERANS COFFEEThursday, September 28th, 10AMStarting in September, there will be a special coffee time for veterans to come together and socialize. This event will happen on the last Thursday of each month. Thank you, Tom Moran, the Veteran's Liaison, from Compassionate Care for sponsoring this event each month!

Mon 9/4 No Clinic Stoneham Board of Health

Mon 9/11 9:30AM Hallmark Health

Th 9/21 11:30AM-1PM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

Th 9/28 10-11AM Gtr Medford VNA/Ask a Nurse

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

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Page 5September 2017

MEDICARE HEALTHPLAN OPTIONS PRESENTATION

Tuesday, September 19th, 10AMHeather Hurd from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts will be at the Center to help you learn more about your health plan options. If you’re already enrolled in Medicare, you may be wondering if you chose the right options. This presentation will go through the different options and rules to make you feel more confident in the choices that you’ve made.

MYSTIC VALLEY ELDER SERVICES PRESENTS: A

MATTER OF BALANCE

Tuesday, September 12th – October 31st, 10AM-12PMA Matter of Balance is a free, award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. You’ll learn how to see falls as something you can control; set goals for increasing your physical activities; make modifications to your home to reduce fall risks; and practice exercises that will increase your strength and balance. This workshop is designed for anyone – whether you are concerned about falls, have a history of falling, or are interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength. Call the Center to sign up!

BRAIN GAMES

Monday, September 11th & 25th, 12:45PMHave a good time while working your memory, problem solving, and language skills with fun brain games, every other Monday right after lunch. Please join us - no sign ups necessary!

Mystic Valley Elder Services !"#$%&' ()' *'+,+-.,/0' *12+34'which partners with elders,

adults living with disabilities, and caregivers residing in Stoneham and surrounding towns. They help 4,5'/+6'78*0'4,5'+226' 0,' 9(:2' 082'7*4'4,5'7*+0;'' 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

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Oh my…. hormones, hormones and hormones, we have all encountered folks that seem mean and grumpy. Maybe that lady in line behind you at the market pointing out that you *+6'4,5.' <599'3*.0')8,596=:2' 920'82.'1,'/.)0>',.' 08*0'1.5?-4'old man who yells at the neighborhood children to stay off his lawn. Not everyone is effected by “Grumpy Old Man or Mean Lady“ syndrome.

@20' 5)' )0*.0'7(08' 082' 9*6(2)' /.)0;'A2' *99' )22?' 0,'B2' *7*.2'of menopause and the relatively sudden drop in levels of estrogen causing a variety of noticeable symptoms. C,0' D*)82)>' (+3.2*)26' (..(0*B(9(04>' 62-.2))(,+>' *+E(204' *+6'nervousness to name a few.

Men on the other hand, experience a slow and continuous decrease in testosterone production.Their whole system is .,BB26',<'*'8,.?,+2'08*0'(0'B*)26'(0)'9(<2',+'<,.'082'/.)0'FG'years which can lead to increased irritability, nervousness, more joint complaints, increased sweating or suffer sleep disturbances and depression. When women are depressed they display it by crying and talking. Men tend to use anger ?,.2;' '%(?-94'-50>'7,?2+'<.20>'?2+'4299;'"2+=)'D5305*0(+1'hormones cause a number of issues relating to getting older, including their appearance and anxieties about the future.

Some older folks, the ones who get grumpy and bitter may never be able to accept that their looks have faded or their children have grown and left home. For others, who can let 1,',<' 082)2' *00*38?2+0)>'?*4' /+6' *' 8*--(+2))' 0824' 8*:2'never known.

How can we avoid turning into grumpy old men and mean 9*6(2)H'I'1,,6'/.)0')02-'0,7*.6'8*--(+2))'(+',96'*12'()'0,'stop looking toward external things for happiness and focus on the contentment of simply being. Don’t cling to your younger self and try to accept your new older self. It all comes down to an old fashion concept – aging gracefully.

Is there anything you can do to help your grumpy hubby? Yes, be patient. Understand what is happening. Ensure you and your partner exercise, eat well, occupy both of you with hobbies and interests and most important of all, make sure you both laugh.

If you are a widow or widower, stay socially active. This can help you stay physically and emotionally healthy and happy. Volunteer in your community, participate in some new activities *0'082'%2+(,.'J2+02.>'0*K2'*'39*))>'L,(+'*'14?>',.'/+6'*'7*9K(+1'buddy in your neighborhood. The physical activity along with the social interacting will improve your mood and your health.

Now Dear Reader, don’t be yelling at the kids to get off your lawn, instead put in that DVD, watch Grumpy Old Men, starring Walter Matthau and Jack Lemon. Have a lot of laughs and a nice cup of tea.

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DONATIONS TO THE CENTER

Stoneham Girl Scouts

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.

Donation made (select one) ___ for the Stoneham Senior Center ___ In memory / honor of _____________________________________________________________________________________

If you would like for us to send an acknowledgment of your honorary or memorial gift, please !""#$%&#&'(#)(*+,+(-&./#-01(#0-2#022)(//#3("$45#6666666666666666666666666666666666666666__________________________________________________________.

Thank You to Our

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Our beautiful Senior Center Barn that hosted the Bargain Barn.

BARGAIN BARN FINAL MONTH

The Bargain Barn is open Thursdays 10AM-2PM until September 21st! Donations are currently being accepted until Monday, September 18th. Half Price Sale will be Thursday, September 21st!

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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Page 9September 2017

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

STONEHAM THEATRE MATINEE: Dames at Sea - Broadway’s Biggest Little Musical Wednesday, September 13, 2017; Price: $37; Showtime: 2:00 PM; Deadline for tickets: Thur., 9/7/17

Within 24 hours, sweet little Ruby from Hometown, U.S.A arrives in New York, falls in love, and moves from the chorus to become a star on Broadway. A tap-happy celebration of the golden era of movie musicals, Dames at Sea features rollicking tap dancing, love at first sight, joyful music and a boatload of laughs. Pick up your tickets from Nancy in the theater lobby before the show between 1:40 - 1:55 PM

WACHUSETT BREWERY TOUR & RED APPLE FARM Friday, September 29, 2017; Depart:10:00 AM/Return: 6:00 PM; Price: $71

Today is going to be a delicious day! Central Mass here we come! We will begin with lunch at the Old Mill Restaurant in Westminster. Meal choices are Roasted Stuffed Chicken or Yankee Pot Roast. Before we head to the Wachusett Brewery for our tasting tour we'll spend a little time shopping at the Country Store. Before heading home we will have one last treat at the Red Apple Farm located in Phillipston, MA for their delicious cider and dumplings. Please sign up before Friday, 9/15/17.

STONEHAM THEATRE - “Let's Hang On” - America’s Premiere Musical Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Sunday, October 1, 2017; Price: $45 ; Showtime: 2:00 PM; Deadline: Thur., Sept. 21st

Let’s Hang On! is a full blown stage production complete with that Four Seasons sound, crisp choreography, and a live band. Four great looking guys sing and dance their way through some of the best songs of all time. Song favorites include: “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Sherry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” “Working My Way Back To You,” and many more! Pick up your ticket from Nancy in the theatre lobby between 1:40 – 1:55 PM.

CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS Friday, October 20, 2017; Price: $81; Depart: 10:00 AM/Return: 7:00 PM

We will start the day with lunch at a regional landmark, Hart’s Turkey Farm. Meal choice: Please select either Roasted Turkey or Roast Sirloin of Beef when making your reservation. Following lunch we will tour Castle in the Clouds, located in the heart of the Ossipee Mountains! This former country estate took many years, thousands of workmen, and millions of dollars to build. The Castle is built on one of the most beautiful settings in the world. Situated on the highest hill in the vicinity, the castle itself commands a panoramic view. One can see for a radius of 75 miles! To insure you get to go on this trip sign up before Thur., Oct 12th.

TOWN SELECTWOMAN CAROLINE

COLARUSSO

Holds office hours at the Center on the last Friday of the month from 9-10:30am

STATE SENATOR JASON LEWIS

!"#$%&"'()*&+",-%&./&/+*&0*1/*-&"1&/+*&2nd Friday of each month at 1:30PM.

STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAY

Friday, September 29th from 8:00am to 10;00am at Kushala Sip Coffee House, 335 Main Street in Stoneham

STONEHAM COUNCIL ON AGING

Board of Directors meet on the third Tuesday, 9/19, 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, 9/7 at noon.

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ResourcesATTORNEY FOR SENIORS

Free legal assistance is available for seniors once per month. Attorney Karol Bisbee will visit the Senior Center on Tues 9/5 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.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP with the North Suburban Child and Family Resource Network – offered September /+-",8+&:,1*5&).##&;<=>?&@ABCD>=<&'"-&%E*)3()&$./*%5&/3F*&.1$&#")./3"1%6

ENERGY ASSISTANCE The Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund is avail-able to help any MA household who doesn't qualify for state or federal help that is struggling to meet a month's bill. Visit www.magoodneighbor.org to see if you qualify

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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.

MVES Trip Metro North Program If you’re 60+ or an adult living with a disability, don’t drive, and public transportation isn’t an option, you can still get to appointments, visit friends, dine out, and have a life with TRIP. This free program gives you money to reimburse friends, neighbors, and in some cases, certain relatives, for taking you anywhere you want to go. Call (781) 388-4819 to learn more.

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.

All classes are $2 per class payable to the Senior Center upon arrival to classes. Instructors will no longer be accepting payment for these classes.

Monday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics; 8:30AM-9:30AM » Men’s Exercise; 11AM-12PM » Balance & Coordination with Nancy; 12-1PM

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

get a shirt and pedometer. Breakfast to follow sponsored by Stoneham Credit Union. » Chair Yoga, 9:45AM (Starting the week of Sept. 18th) » Line Dancing, 11AM » Bocci, 10AM

Thursday » Jacki Sorenson Aerobics, 10:15-11:15AM » Flexibilty & Strength with Nancy, 12PM-1PM » Chair Yoga, 1:15PM (Starting the week of Sept. 18th)

Friday » Jacki Sorensen Aerobics, 8:30-9:30AM » Gentle Yoga with Leila, 9:45-10:45AM » Pickleball,9:30-11:30AM, Boys & Girls Club, 15 Dale Court » 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), $2Mon. - 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.

Shopping Trip to Walmart - Fri 8/18, 1-3PM; $2

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.

Advanced Class: Ongoing starting 9/13Continue to practice Tai Chi and expand your knowl-edge of new forms. Some experience with Tai Chi is helpful for enjoyment of this class. Drop-in fee: $5/classWednesdays at 2:15PM.

To reserve your spot, call (781) 438-1157.

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WHAT'S GOING ON AT THE CENTER?

Let's look back at some of the events that happened at the Senior Center this past month.

Check out our upcoming Zentangle workshop and make a beautiful,

interesting piece.

Thank you Jonathan Schores for entertaining us with your piano playing!

We've really been using the deck to enjoy the beautiful summer weather.

Thank you to Gail Ferraro & Virginia Powers for volunteering!

Members have been enjoying our new reading corner.

We enjoyed a trip to the Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport, Maine.


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