NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER NEWS AND ACTIVITIES

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NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER NEWS AND ACTIVITIES | VOLUME 3, NO. 3, MARCH 2016
Special Thanks to our
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MARCH 2016 ISSUE
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Friends Corner
Weekly Activities
Special Events
Fitness
Health & Wellness
The Dr. Is In
Elder Law
Dining Around Town &
Services Directory
Senior Center Calendar
Services, Clubs,
Groups & Courses
Northborough
COA Van Service
Real Estate Expert
Brain Games
Ask a Pharmacist
Arts & Crafts
Trips
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NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER
119 Bearfoot Road Northborough, MA (Handicapped Accessible)
Phone/After Hours Answering Machine:
508–393–5035 • Fax: 508–393–1503
Web Address: www.town.northborough.ma.us
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM • Friday 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
COUNCIL ON AGING MEMBERS
Chairperson
Adrienne Cost
Vice Chairperson
Secretary
Linda Cragin
Members
Ed Bombard, Phylis Muthee, Tony Pini, Alice Stapelfeld
Liaison to Selectmen Spring arrives this month and things are hopping at the Senior
Center! We’re excited to start our new computer classes this
month with our brand new computers. Check out the list of
options our fabulous instructor, Mimi Wichter has in store for
you. We also have some very informative presentations that
you’ll want to attend. Get out your calendar and mark down all
the things you’ll be enjoying at the
Senior Center this month!
Jeff Amberson
Liasion to School Committee
John Kane
Bay Path Rep. Jarl Anderson
Director
Kelly Burke
Office Staff
Nancy Dragon
Outreach Coordinator
Jocelyn Ehrhardt
The Bistro@119 Manager
SHINE Counselors
DIRECTOR'S CORNER:
Jerry Anderson
Vickie Killeen
Pauline O'Bray, Wayne Wirtanen
Notary Services are available at the Senior Center.
By appointment only. Please call for more information.
CAN YOU HELP?
The Senior Center has several volunteer vacancies.
Positions include receptionist, The Bistro@119 and
shopping helper on the van. Please contact
Jocelyn Ehrhardt for more information.
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FRIENDS CORNER
Well so far so good as it concerns our dodging the bullet for
any big storms at least through January. Hopefully March will
bring more of the same. As I write this article one month in
advance, I hesitate to mention February so as not to jinx us all!
Now looking forward to spring and the May 1st Friends/Rotary
co-hosting our 5K & 10K road race/trail run/walk. Time to start
thinking about getting out those running/walking shoes and
getting a little practice in before race day. Registration is now
open so check out details for the race at: http://www.active.com/northboroughma/running/trail-run-races/northborough-5-and-10-k-trail-road-run-2016. Last
year we had quite a few families join us for a fun day so get your friends and
family ready. More details to follow as plans are firmed up.
In connection with our Town’s 250th Anniversary celebration the Friends will
be hosting our second Tea & Fashion Show at the Senior Center in October.
Much to plan in that regard so you may want to start thinking of pulling together
something to wear which would have been worn by townspeople of past
generations when they enjoyed afternoon tea. Current fashions will be featured in
the show as well. More to come later.
Sincerely, Muriel
FRIENDSHIP BRICKWAY
FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
The Friends of the Northborough Senior Center kick off
our 2016 Friendship Brickway fundraising campaign.
There is something very striking and real about a memorial
that has been engraved in brick to commemorate
something or someone who has an impact on others.
We tend to think of something "carved in stone" as being
permanent, significant and having great meaning.
As with all Friend's programs funds raised in the campaign
for the Friendship Brickway will support the Northborough
Council on Aging and Senior Center activities.
The Friendship Brickway campaign will run through
June 1, 2016. For more information contact Henry
Squillante at hsquill@aol.com, or the Northborough
Senior Center 508-393-5035.
Swenor, President
You’re invited to join the Friends in support
of Senior Center activities. Please use the
form on this page. All seniors of Northborough
and surrounding towns are welcome to take
part in Senior Center activities, and all are
welcome to visit at any time!
Our Mission – The purpose of the Friends is
to financially assist the Northborough Council
on Aging in providing programs and selective
social services to the senior residents of
Northborough and providing for the purchase
of non-budgeted items for the Senior Center
through membership dues, fund-raising events,
grants, donations and corporate gifts.
www.friendsofnorthboroughseniors.org
FRIENDS OF NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER, INC.
MEMBERSHIP & DONATION FORM
Today's Date Note: Membership renewal is due annually in January.
Name(s)
Address
Town, State, Zip
Phone Email $5 Individual
$10 Couple
$25 Family
$100 Life* per person
Optional Donation: $25
$10 Non-resident INDIVIDUAL
$35
$50
$100
$150
$20 Non-resident COUPLE
$250
Other
Payable to: Friends of Northborough Senior Center, Inc.
119 Bearfoot Road • Northborough, MA 01532
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FEBRUARY 2016 WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
FRIDAY
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
9:00
Aerobics/Strength Training
9:00
Aerobics/Strength Training
9:00 Pool
9:00
Pool
9:00
Pool
9:00 Qigong Tai Chi
9:00
Rug Hooking (3/14 & 21)
9:30
Art Group
9:00 Piano for Beginners
10:00 Harmonica Club
10:00 Dull Men's Club
10:00 Watercolors (3/11, 18, 25)
10:00 Ping Pong
11:00
Chair Yoga
11:00 Piano for Beginners
12:00 Bistro Lunch
11:30
Yoga with Gene
1:00
1:00
Pickleball (Town Hall Gym)
12:00 Bistro Lunch
1:00
Pitch
1:00
1:00
Zumba Gold
1:00
Bridge (SAYC)
2:00
Needlers
1:00
Bingo
Memoir Writing (3/10 & 24)
TUESDAY
1:30
9:30
THURSDAY
Beginner Tai Chi
10:00 Line Dancing
9:15
10:30 Tai Chi
9:00 Bowling
12:00 Bistro Lunch
1:00
Trivia Tuesday
1:00
Bereavement Support Group (3/1, 15, 29)
2:00
Yoga with Nancy
5:30
Evening Bistro
6:30
Hand Applique (3/8 & 22)
9:30
Easter!
HAPPY
MARCH 27TH
Tapping for Beginners
Cribbage
9:30 Golf
10:00 Belly Dancing
12:00 Bistro Lunch
1:00
Bridge
1:00
Quilting (3/3 & 17)
1:00
Zumba Gold
36TH ANNUAL
SENIOR CONFERENCE
hosted by Senator Jamie
Eldridge on April 21,
2016 at Assabet Valley
Regional High School,
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
SPECIAL EVENTS
Remember the Bistro@119 is open Tuesday night from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Tuesday Evening Menu &
Entertainment Hours:
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Pre-registration required.
Tickets available at Front Desk.
Mar. 1 Beef Stew, Crusty Bread, and Assorted Desserts
$8
Mar. 8 Chicken Broccoli with Garlic & Oil, Salad, Italian Bread/Butter
$8
and Assorted Desserts
Mar. 15 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and a Show, Corned Beef with all the
Tickets
$12 Fixings, Irish Soda Bread and Assorted Desserts
Mar. 22 Roast Pork, Applesauce, Potato, Vegetable, Rolls/Butter and
$8
Assorted Desserts
Mar. 29 American Chop Suey, Salad, Italian Bread/Butter, and
$8
Assorted Desserts
DINNER AND A SHOW FEATURING
“JUG O’PUNCH”
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MATTER OF BALANCE
Day: Thursdays
Dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Pre-Registration Required/Class Limited
Do you have concerns about falling? A Matter of Balance is an
award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase
activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to
manage falls.
YOU WILL LEARN TO:
• view falls as controllable
• set goals for increasing activity
• make changes to reduce fall risks at home
• exercise to increase strength and balance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• anyone concerned about falls
• anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
• anyone who has fallen in the past
• anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns
Date: Tuesday, March 15
Time: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Cost: Tickets $11.00 (Includes Dinner & Entertainment)
Pre-Registration Required/ Tickets available at Front Desk.
Join us on Tuesday evening March 15 for a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and for a very special concert. Your ticket cost includes
Corned Beef Dinner with all the fixings and Irish music performed by none other than the fantastic Jug O’Punch Band. 'The Jug o'
Punch' has been entertaining audiences in Massachusetts and beyond for nearly 40 years! They have played at festivals, in pubs, on television
and radio and in one particularly memorable instance, under a tin roof while hail was pelting down! Though band members and repertoire have
changed over the years, 'The Jug o' Punch' has always delivered a rollicking good time!
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SPECIAL EVENTS CONTINUED
TUESDAY TRIVIA
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Leader: Laurie LaBrecque
Looking for a lot of fun while sharpening your
mind? We’ve all heard how important it is
to use the mind and continually challenge
it. Being involved in leisure activities that
help stimulate your brain can help you live a
longer and happier life. Studies have shown
that time spent stimulating the brain can help
prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Why not try Tuesday Trivia? Enjoy sharpening
your mind in a non-competitive environment.
MANICURES/PEDICURES/
REFLEXOLOGY
Day: 2nd and 4th Thursdays
Dates: March 10 & 24
Time: Appointments 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost: Varies by service/Price list at front
desk/Call for more info
Technician: Veronica Thompson
Nail Services are NOT just for women.
Veronica will do a Man-Mani and a
Pedi-Man too!
Take care of your hands and feet and they
will take care of you. Veronica is Diabetic and
Cancer skin trained. Reflexology is a gentle
thumb and finger acupressure that triggers the
body’s immune system to kick in and heal itself.
Reflexology helps dozens of health conditions,
is great for pain relief and can be done on hands,
feet, face, and ears - One area or all areas. Gift
Certificates available. Retail items available.
SPA SERVICES
Day/Date: Wednesday, March 30
Time: first appt. is 10:30 AM;
last appt is 3:00 PM
Cost: See the menu of services
at the Senior Center
Esthetician: Bonnie Leigh
Appointment required
Gift certificates for Spa Services are
available at the Senior Center.
What better way to take time for yourself or
give a special gift for a loved one or friend.
Create your own hour of bliss In the privacy
of our spa room right here at our center. Get
comfy and let our skin care expert, Bonnie
Leigh relax and beautify you with her gentle,
healing touch and 30 years of experience.
Possibilities include:
• Hydrating face mask • Brow shaping
• Face, neck, and
• Facial hair removal
shoulder massage
with gentle wax
• Reiki
• Aromatherapy
• Warm hand mitts
warm facial towels
with massage
BIRTHDAY LUNCH
Day: Monday
Date: March 28
Time: 12:00 PM
Cost: Free sandwich of your choice
for Northborough seniors with
March birthdays
Pre-registration required
Please join us for Birthday Lunch at the
Bistro@119. If you are a town resident and have
a birthday in March, the Friends will treat you
to a lunch at the Bistro@119, which includes a
sandwich of your choice, and of course, cake
and ice cream. Even if you’re not celebrating
a birthday, we’d love to have you join the
festivities. Please call the Senior Center at
508-393-5035 to make your reservation. We
mail out birthday coupons to Town Residents
to be used the day of the birthday lunch at the
Bistro@119. If you do not receive yours by the
week before Birthday Lunch, please call us and
pick up your coupon here.
NEW MUSIC MELODY HOUR
Days: Thursdays
Dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Time: 2:15 PM
Cost: Free
Leader: Tiffany Wilhelm
Feeling "In the Mood" to go "Singing in
the Rain"? Join local performing artist and
instructor Tiffany Wilhelm as she plays
and sings some of your favorite hits. All are
welcome to sing along, tap their toes, or just
enjoy the music!
HAVE YOU
HEARD?
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 22
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Hearing loss affects
over 38 million
Americans, yet only
12% address their
hearing need. In
this informative presentation, New England
Hearing Instruments will address: Do you
want to find out why everyone is mumbling?
How can I hear better in complex listening
environments? How do I navigate the
choices in hearing healthcare today?
Come and have your questions answered.
New England Hearing Instruments is an
independent hearing healthcare specialty
practice working with over 70 primary care
physicians in the greater Worcester area,
located near Southgate, off South Street, in
Shrewsbury MA.
LEARN TO TAKE CONTROL
OF YOUR DIABETES
A 6 week Diabetes Self-Management series
is starting on April 6 from 1:00–3:30 PM.
You’ll learn techniques to deal with
diabetes symptoms, fatigue, pain, and
hyper/hypoglycemia, better nutrition and
exercise choices, how to improve your
patient/physician relationship, medication
management, and skills to manage
symptoms. Seating is limited so reserve
today by calling 508-393-5035!
FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION
FOR LOW - AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS
Days/Dates: March 2, 7, 9, 16, 23, 30
April 4, 6, 13
Appointment Times:
9:00, 10:00, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM
Pre-Registration Required
This year the AARP TaxAide Program will
again provide income tax assistance and
preparation for low and moderate income
persons at the Northborough Senior Center.
The program uses an adjusted gross income
of $85,000 to define moderate income.
The TaxAide volunteers can prepare most
common returns; however, they cannot
prepare returns with any rental income, over
ten stock sales, mortgage debt forgiveness,
and personal businesses with inventory or
employees, and some other uncommon
situations. Call 508-393-5035 to schedule
an appointment with a volunteer tax assistor.
Taxpayers will need to bring the
following to their appointment:
• Photo ID
• Social Security Cards or letters for
yourself, spouse and all dependents
• All forms received containing tax
information:
- Social Security SSA-1099
- Wages (W-2)
- Interest and dividends (1099-Int/1099-Div)
- Pension / annuity payments (1099-R)
- Gambling winnings (W2G)
- Stock or Mutual Fund sales
(broker’s statement)
- Any other forms showing income
received or taxes paid
• Real estate and town/city water-sewer
bills (for Massachusetts seniors)
• Proof of health insurance and any
Affordable Care Act forms
• Last year’s (2014) tax return (Federal
and/or State
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SPECIAL EVENTS
MEET THE NEW LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Day: Monday • Date: March 28
Time: 1:00 PM • Cost: Free • Pre-registration Required
Come to the Senior Center and meet Christopher Lindquist, the Library Director. You’ll get to
know him while learning about all the great things that are happening at the Northborough
Free Library!
The Northborough Free Library was founded in 1868, shortly after the Civil War. Captain Cyrus
Gale contributed $1,000 to establish the library. Prior to 1868, there were “social” libraries, church
libraries and an agricultural library. Many of these libraries required an annual membership fee. The Northborough Free Library did not require
a membership fee and was located in the Town Hall. The library quickly outgrew its space in the former Town Hall and in 1894, Cyrus Gale,
Jr., the captain’s son, donated the land at 34 Main St. to build a separate library, where it stands today. He also donated $30,000 towards the
construction of the building. Thanks to funds from the Town and local donors, as well as a construction grant from the Massachusetts Board of
Library Commissioners, the library was significantly renovated and expanded in 2009, with updated technology and services to children, teens
and adults. Between 400 – 500 people a day visit the library and many more visit us online through our website: www.northboroughlibrary.
org. With more than 137,000 items available for loan, including books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks and eBooks that can be accessed on
your computer, iPhone or tablet, the library has something for everyone.
GOLF PLANNING MEETING
Day: Wednesday
Date: March 9
Time: 12:00 PM
As the days get longer, it’s time to start thinking about golf. We will
have an organizational and sign up meeting Wednesday, March 9,
12:00 pm at the Senior Center to make our plans for the season.
New golfers are welcome, so please join us at the meeting if you
might have an interest in playing. If you did not play with us last
year, this is an opportunity to meet new people, have a pleasant
social experience, and enjoy a little exercise outdoors in a low key
noncompetitive environment. Skills levels vary, but all are supportive
and newcomers are made to feel welcome. Of the 28 that played last
year, eight are from surrounding towns, so the group isn’t limited to
Northborough residents. We will be playing Cyprian Keys Golf Club.
NORTHBOROUGH 250TH
ANNIVERSARY TOWN HISTORY
PRESENTATION
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 8
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Presenter: Gary Hylander, PhD
As Northborough celebrates its 250th anniversary, please join us as
we discuss a series of historical events that have engaged the townspeople of Northborough from the days of the American Revolution to
the present. Our approach will be topical rather than a textbook like
chronological survey. Gary Hylander, PhD, brings history to life and
has always gotten rave reviews for his talks at the Senior Center. Join
him for this series starting on March 8 and continuing on May 24, June
21, July 26, September 27, and November 29 at 6:30 PM. We are very
grateful to the Friends of the Northborough Senior Center for funding
this series! Please join us for dinner at the Bistro @119 prior to each talk.
In 1765 Parliament passed the Stamp Act; the first internal tax
imposed on the colonists. The Stamp Act was designed to raise
revenue to help defray the cost of the Seven Years War. Americans
rallied behind the cry that “taxation without representation”
was unjust and tyrannical. What followed was a Declaration of
Independence, war and a new nation of “We The People.”
SENIOR HOMEOWNERS AND RENTERS!
YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR CASH or CREDIT FROM THE STATE
IF YOU PAY RENT OR PROPERTY TAXES
The Massachusetts “CIRCUIT BREAKER” TAX PROGRAM is for
persons 65 or over whose property taxes or who have 25% of their
rent exceed 10% of their annual gross income and who meet other
qualifying criteria. You may be eligible even if you receive a property
tax exemption through your city/town. Please come to the Front
Desk at the Senior Center for more information.
SPECIAL EVENING PRESENTATIONS / 5 WISHES
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 29
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Preregistration Required
Northborough Senior Center is hosting a Seminar on ‘Health Care
Proxy & Living Will’ on March 29, 2016. It will be based on a document titled ‘Five Wishes’ which was created by the non-profit organization ‘Aging with Dignity’.
The session leaders from ICC will use the document to show you how
you can help yourself in preparing a Health Care Proxy and a living
Will. Since it is a difficult subject we are often not ready to address
it for ourselves and our loved ones. Although it is important, it is not
urgent and therefore the preparation is often postponed.
This seminar will help you to put your thoughts together using the
free ‘Five Wishes’ document. You can express your decisions about
the person you want to make Care Decisions for you when you cannot
(Health Care Proxy) and the kind of Medical Treatment you want or
don’t want (Living Will). By using the ‘Five Wishes’ document you can
express how comfortable you want to be, and how you want to be
treated and what you want your loved ones to know when you are
unable to make decisions for yourself..
The free presentation is jointly presented by Northboro Junior
Woman’s Club and Indian Circle of Caring USA Inc., (ICC). They have
undertaken this task to make it easier for everyone to self-initiate the
process of the preparation of a Health Care Proxy and a living Will.
Indian Circle for Caring USA, Inc.,
220 Totten Pond Road, Waltham,
MA 02451
www.ouricc.org
GFWC Northboro Junior Woman’s Club,
PO Box 81, Northboro, MA 01532
www.northborojuniors.org
Celebrating Northborough’s Past & PresentA Series of Historical Presentations
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FITNESS
YOGA WITH NANCY
STRENGTH TRAINING
Days: Every Monday & Wednesday
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Linda Bonazzoli
Make your workout fun with this active class.
You’ll begin with a warm-up and ease into
strength training with weights. The class
incorporates aerobics and stretching as well.
Linda has been an instructor at the Senior
Center for 14 years. This class is adaptable to
all capabilities so plan on checking it out soon.
PING PONG
Day/Time: Mondays at 10:00 AM
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
We have a few folks who would really
like more people to join them on Monday
mornings to play Ping Pong. Bring a friend
and join us on Monday mornings. If you’d like
to use the Ping Pong table at another time
please ask at the
front desk.
Day: Every Tuesday
Time: 2:00 PM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Nancy Cimato
Nancy Cimato is a seasoned Yoga Instructor
who has taught her ever popular Yoga Class
at the Senior Center for several years. Get
the benefits of gentle exercise that benefits
both body and soul. Nancy’s classes are open
to both the beginner and experienced Yoga
student. Her gentle spirit and easy teaching
style will make your Tuesday afternoons.
PICKLEBALL
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Time: 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Location: Town Hall Gym
63 Main Street Northborough
If you're an active senior looking for a
fast paced activity, come learn one of the
fastest growing games in America. It is a
combination of ping-pong, badminton, and
tennis. We use a whiffle-type ball and a
paddle about 3 times the size of a ping-pong
paddle. It can be very competitive or just very
social. Please call Joanne and Norm Avey at
508-393-5341 if you have any questions.
TAPPING FOR BEGINNERS
Day: Thursdays
Time: 9:15 – 10:15 AM
Cost: $4/class
Instructor: Laurene Aldorisio
Join Laurene as you have fun tapping at her
studio Lauren Aldorisio’s Academy of Dance
Expressions at 700 Union Street, Suite 102,
Westboro, MA (Bay State Commons). Please
note that this is a new address for Laurene’s
studio. If you ever dreamed of learning to
tap dance, this is your opportunity! Join this
invigorating class for a chance to fulfill your
dream or just have fun tapping. Bring your
tap shoes and join the fun. All are welcome!
Please call the Senior Center at 508-3935035 to register your participation.
BELLY DANCING
Day: Every Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM
Instructor: Gypsy Phillips
Cost: $3/class
Shimmy your way to a new figure while
having fun at the same time. Gypsy will show
you the fine art of belly dancing. You’ll learn
the techniques and steps of this timeless
dance form and have a great time.
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FITNESS
QIGONG TAI CHI FOR
HEALTH AND VITALITY
Day: Fridays
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Cost: $3
Instructor: Rose Lee
Qigong is an ancient Chinese energy healing
system that deals with the vital life force.
Qi means "breath, or vital life force" and
gong means "to cultivate or work". Qigong
is a lifestyle, living in harmony with nature; a
way of exercise, meditation, and practices of
the body, mind, and spirit. So when you have
good Qi you have good life.
Tai Chi is a sequence of fluid movements
using the principles of Qigong movements to
help reduce stress and high blood pressure,
improve balance and flexibility to reduce
the risk of falling, and increase endurance
and mobility, Qigong Tai Chi is also a great
exercise for relieving arthritis pain.
In this class we will begin with Qigong
warm ups and then progress into Tai Chi
movements. Qigong Tai Chi is suitable for
people of all ages, standing or sitting. Please
wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes
when doing this exercise.
Instructor: Rose Lee has been teaching
Chinese martial arts for more than 20 years
in fitness clubs, retirement communities
and senior centers. She is an inspiring
enthusiastic instructor.
YOGA WITH GENE
CHAIR YOGA WITH DIANE
Chair yoga with Diane is on hiatus for
the winter. Look for the return of this
popular class in April 2016.
BEGINNERS
CLASS:
TAI CHI FOR
ARTHRITIS
Day: Every
Tuesday
Time:
9:30 – 10:15 AM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor:
Helen Morin
Pre-Registration
Required
Start the New
Year with a new
outlook and a new you!
Tai for Arthritis beginners’ class, for all of you
who have asked we will be starting a new
class in January of 2016.
Tai Chi for Arthritis is based on studies from
the Arthritis Foundation that show people
with Arthritis should only move their joints
gently through the range of motion. Exercises
should minimize stress on the joints, they
should be performed with a slow steady
rhythm, without bouncing. People with
arthritis are encouraged to listen to their
bodies and not overdo it.
Day: Every Wednesday
Time: 11:30 AM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Gene Pacelli
A senior himself, Gene has been teaching
yoga for 32 years. Currently teaching eight
(8) classes a week of senior yoga at various
venues, he has also been teaching very
vigorous yoga classes at Harvard University
for the last 17 years, and in many health clubs
in the greater Boston area.
Sun style ( pronounced sung) is especially
appropriate for people with Arthritis because
agile steps characterize it, whenever you
step forward or backward you almost always
follow through with the other foot. This
forward and backward motion improves
mobility, which is one of the most important
objectives for helping people with arthritis.
We also do Qigong movements , which help
with breathing and relaxation. Qigong is
particularly effective for healing and repairing
cartilage , inflamed joints and tendons.
LINE DANCINGUPPER BEGINNER
Sun style is a higher stance, making it easier
for us , who are over the age of 45 , seeking
the health benefits of Tai Chi.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 10:00 AM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Mary Dragon
Line dancing is a fun way to exercise, reduce
your stress and increase your energy. This
class is an upper beginner/easy intermediate
level. Popular and classic line dances are
put to all different types of music. You are
welcome to sit in on a class and see if this is
for you. Let’s Get Dancin’ !
The study from the Arthritis Foundation
found that people who performed Sun style
Tai Chi three times a week for 90 days had a
30% increase in strength, a 30% increase in
flexibility and a 30% increase in fitness.
I have personally found a profound decrease
in arthritic knee pain for the past 12 years.
So come join us for this new class and bring
a friend.
Days/Dates: Every Monday and Thursday
Time: 1:00 PM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Mary Abate
If you’ve always wanted to try Zumba, now is
your chance. This easy-to-follow program allows anyone any age or either sex to be able
to perform the Zumba Gold dance moves
to upbeat and fun music. Join us and let the
party begin!
TAI CHI/QI GONG/
MEDITATION
MIND BODY & SPIRIT
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $3/class
Instructor: Rev. Helen J. Morin
FEEL GREAT, STAY FIT, AND
KEEP MOVING - WITH TAI CHI!
Tai chi is an easy, affordable and joint safe
way for people of all ages to enjoy life, meet
new friends and take greater control of their
health. Tai Chi has been shown to reduce
pain, improve relaxation, memory, balance,
muscle strength, increase stamina and more
when practiced on a regular basis. Come
join our class on Tuesday mornings with Rev
Helen J. Morin, a certified Tai Chi instructor
who has been helping seniors for the past
13 years and longer to improve their lives,
reduce stress and have fun.
We can help make Tai Chi part of your
everyday program. Sign up with a friend. The
class also includes Qi Gong and Meditation.
So come on in and join the fun and improve
your life. After all you only have one!
Maximum is 20. Space is limited. Looking
forward to seeing you. Any Tai Chi is better
than no Tai Chi at all! An added bonus of
Tai Chi is when you have learned your Tai
Chi form you will also have learned how to
defend yourself if you ever need to.
10 HEALTH & WELLNESS
OUTREACH NOTES
People who think they are off the hook from filing an income tax
return could be missing out on a financial credit known as the
Circuit Breaker. Homeowners and renters, sixty five and older with
a maximum income of $57,000 for a single person ($85,000 for joint
filers) may be eligible for the Circuit Breaker. The Circuit Breaker is a
refundable credit of real estate taxes paid on their principle residence.
The maximum credit allowed for the 2015 tax year is $1,070. A credit may
also be possible for previous years in which an application was not filed.
The AARP Tax Clinic hosted at the Northborough Senior Center can
help to make sure that you don’t miss out on the opportunity for the
Circuit Breaker Tax Credit. AARP volunteers will help you file your
taxes electronically for free. Appointments are available through April
twelfth. Schedule at the front desk or by calling the Senior Center at
508-393-5035.
LIHEAP applications are also being accepted through April for assistance
with home energy costs. I am available to assist you with that process.
Jocelyn Ehrhardt, MSW, Outreach Coordinator
SHINE APPOINTMENTS
Day: Tuesdays (Day & Evening Appointments)
Counselors: Pauline O’Bray/Wayne Wirtanen
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) appointments are
available with our SHINE Counselors. Continuing this month, we have
added Tuesday evening appointments at 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Please
call the Senior Center at 508-393-5035 to schedule your appointment.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS
Tuesday, March 8 at 1:00 PM
at the Northborough Housing Authority
Tuesday, March 22 at 1:00 PM at the Senior Center
FREE HEALTH CLINIC
Tuesday, March 15 from 12:30 – 2:00 PM at the Senior Center
HOW DOES MEDICARE COVER VACCINES?
Medicare covers vaccines differently depending on which vaccine
you need. Some vaccines are covered by Part B, which is your
medical coverage. These include vaccines for the flu, pneumonia,
and in some cases Hepatitis B. Whether you have Original
Medicare or a Medicare Advantage plan, these vaccines will be
covered as preventive services at no cost. Additionally, if you
have been exposed to a dangerous disease, your vaccine will be
covered, but you may have a copay. For example, if you step on a
rusty nail, a tetanus shot will be covered.
All other vaccines are covered by your Medicare Part D drug
coverage. Both Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans and
stand-alone Part D plans must include all commercially available
vaccines on their drug formularies, including the vaccine for
shingles (herpes zoster). However, you may pay different amounts
depending on where you get vaccinated. Check directly with your
plan for coverage rules and costs.
Trained SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone…on
Medicare) volunteers can help you! They offer free, confidential
counseling on all aspects of health insurance to anyone on
Medicare. 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.
FREE HEARING CLINIC
Day: 2nd Friday
Date: March 11
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Peter Lee of Professional Hearing Healthcare Associates of
Westborough will be at the Senior Center to provide free hearing
screenings. Please call 508-393-5035 to make your appointment.
11
THE DOCTOR IS IN
Is it a COLD or ALLERGIES?
With Spring right around the corner you may ask yourself, do I have a cold or do
I have allergies? Both have overlapping symptoms that can make it difficult to
determine. Think about the time of year, if it's winter, you most likely have a cold, if
its Spring, Summer or Fall, then it could be either. A cold lasts between 5-10 days
whereas allergies can last weeks. This easy to use symptom checker will help you
determine if you have a cold or allergies.
SYMPTOM CHECK: IS IT A COLD OR ALLERGY?
SYMPTOMCOLDALLERGY
CoughUsuallySometimes
General aches and painsSometimesNever
Fatigue and weaknessSometimesSometimes
Itchy eyesRarelyUsually
SneezingUsuallyUsually
Sore throatUsuallyRarely
Runny noseUsuallyUsually
Stuffy noseUsuallyUsually
FeverRarelyNever
Based on National Institute of Allergy
and Infectious Diseases, 2014
Article Provided by Dr. Roxanne Latimer, Medical Director and Lead Physician
AFC Doctors Express Marlborough and Natick
12 ELDER LAW
ELDER LAW WITH FRANK AND MARY
by Arthur P. Bergeron
Arthur P. Bergeron is an elder law
attorney in the Trusts and Estates Group
at Mirick O’Connell.
DO YOU NEED TO DEFER
YOUR REAL ESTATE
TAXES? CAN YOU?
It’s that time of year again. The
Northborough tax rate has been set at 1.717% of your home’s
value this year, and you have probably received a bill and a notice
telling you to pay your taxes soon. You probably know you can
get various exemptions if, for example, you are over 70 years old
and/or a veteran, but the exemption amounts are fairly small.
However, if you were 65 years old as of last July 1, (or, if you are
married and living together, either you or your spouse was 65
years old), you can defer all your taxes until you either pass away
or move out of your home. The exemption was created by the
Commonwealth many years ago to help you and my friends
Frank and Mary, who want to live out their lives in their own
home. Unless you have a serious medical problem, though, your
real estate tax bill is probably your biggest required expense
after food. The tax deferral provision (technically, General Laws
Chapter 59, Section 5, clause 41A), gives you the ability to not
have to choose between food and taxes. You can qualify no
matter how much you have in assets.
There are a few requirements to qualify. First, you need to have
lived in Massachusetts for the past 10 years and lived in and
owned a Massachusetts home (not necessarily your current one)
for 5 years. Second, this is a deferral program. Eventually, the
taxes have to be paid. Your community has the right to charge
interest on the unpaid balance, up to a maximum of 8%. This
year, the rate in Northborough is 8%. The taxes, plus interest,
are due when you sell the house or 6 months after you (or you
and your spouse) have died. The back taxes do not become
due if you simply move out. Finally, there is a maximum annual
income limitation. In Northborough, your income for 2015 had to
be no more than $20,000 for a single person and $40,000 for a
married couple in order for you to qualify. If you have a mortgage,
your bank needs to agree to the deferral.
Looking ahead, communities have the power to change the
applicable interest rate and the allowable income each year.
The allowable interest rate can be as low as “0.” These numbers
can be changed at town meeting each year; however, in order for
next year’s numbers to change, town meeting needs to take place
this year. Your Council on Aging may have an interest in that.
If you have any questions regarding this topic or any other elder
law matter, you can contact me by phone, 508-860-1470 or
email me at abergeron@mirickoconnell.com. Finally, you
can find videos on elder information on my YouTube channel,
Elder Law with Frank and Mary, www.YouTube.com/user/
ElderLawFrankAndMary and commentary on our blog at
http://mirickoconnelltrustsandestateslawblog.wordpress.com/.
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14 MARCH 2016 SENIOR CENTER CALENDAR
MONDAY
TUESDAY
7
9:00 AM Strength
10:00 AM Ping Pong
12:00 PM Bistro@119
Training
1:00 PM Pickleball
9:00 AM Pool Players
1:00 PM Pitch
9:00 AM AARP Tax
1:00 PM Zumba Gold
Aide
2:00 PM Needlers
10:00 AM Harmonica
Club
14
9:00 AM Strength
Training
9:00 AM Rug Hooking
10:00 AM Harmonica
Club
10:00 AM Ping Pong
12:00 PM Bistro@119
21
28
1:00
1:00
1:00
2:00
PM
PM
PM
PM
Pickleball
Pitch
Zumba Gold
Needlers
9:00 AM Strength
12:00 AM Bistro@119
Training
1:00 PM Pitch
1:00 PM Zumba Gold
1:00 PM Pickleball
9:00 AM Rug Hooking
2:00 PM Needlers
10:00 AM Harmonica
Club
10:00 AM Ping Pong
9:00 AM Strength
12:00
Training
1:00
1:00
10:00 AM Harmonica Club 1:00
10:00 AM Jewelry Making
10:00 AM Ping Pong
10:00 AM Bistro@119
2:00
12:00 PM Birthday Lunch
Pickleball
Pitch
Zumba Gold
Meet the
Library
Director
PM Needlers
PM
PM
PM
PM
WEDNESDAY
1
9:00 AM SHINE Appts.
9:30 AM Tai Chi for
Beginners
10:00 AM Pool for Beginners
10:00 AM Line Dancing
10:30 AM Tai Chi w/Helen
12:00 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Ping Pong
1:00 PM Bereavement
Support Group
1:00 PM Tuesday Trivia
2:00 PM Yoga with
Nancy
5:00 PM SHINE Appts.
5:30 PM Bistro@119
2
9:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
Strength Training
Pool Players
AARP Tax Aide
Art Group
Dull Men's Club
Yoga w/Gene
8
9:30 AM Tai Chi for
Beginners
12:00 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Ping Pong
1:00 PM Blood Pressure
at Village Dr.
1:00 PM Computer Class
1:30 PM Legal Clinic
2:00 PM Yoga with
Nancy
2:00 PM Coloring Class
6:00 PM Bistro@119
6:30 PM Presentation by
Gary Hylander
6:30 PM Hand Applique
7:00 PM COA Meeting
9
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
Strength Training
Pool Players
AARP Tax Aide
Art Group
Dull Men's Club
Yoga w/Gene
Bistro@119
Golf Planning
Meeting
15
9:30 AM Tai Chi for
Beginners
12:00 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Ping Pong
12:30 PM Health Clinic
1:00 PM Bereavement
Support Group
2:00 PM Yoga with
Nancy
5:30 PM Dinner and
Entertainment
16
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
Strength Training
Pool Players
AARP Tax Aide
Art Group
Dull Men's Club
Yoga w/Gene
Bistro@119
22
12:30 PM Arts and Crafts
9:30 AM Tai Chi for
2:00 PM Yoga with
Beginners
Nancy
2:30 PM Painting Party
5:30 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Ping Pong
6:30 PM Hand Applique
23
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
Strength Training
Pool Players
AARP Tax Aide
Art Group
Dull Men's Club
Yoga w/Gene
Bistro@119
29
9:30 AM Tai Chi for
Beginners
12:00 PM Bistro@119
12:00 PM Ping Pong
1:00 PM Bereavement
Support Group
1:00 PM Yoga with
Nancy
5:30 PM Bistro@119
6:30 PM Five Wishes
30
9:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:30
Strength Training
Pool Players
AARP Tax Aide
Art Group
Dull Men's Club
SPA w/Bonnie
Yoga w/Gene
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
15
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
3
9:15 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 PM
Tapping Class (Westboro)
Cribbage
Matter of Balance
Belly Dancing
Bistro@119
1:00
1:00
1:00
1:00
2:15
PM
PM
PM
PM
PM
Zumba Gold
Bridge
Quilting
Computer Class
Music Melody
Hour
4
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
Qigong Tai Chi
Pool Players
Piano Lessons
Watercolors
Piano for Beginners
Poker
Pickleball
1:00 PM Pickleball
1:00 PM Bingo
1:00 PM Bridge - SAYC
Group
1:00 PM Memoir Writing
2:30 PM Chorale Group
10
9:00 AM
9:15 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
Mani/Pedi/Reflexology
Cribbage
Belly Dancing
Matter of Balance
Bistro@119
Low Vision Support Group
Zumba Gold
1:00
1:00
1:00
2:15
PM
PM
PM
PM
Computer Class
Bridge
Origami
Music Melody
Hour
11
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
Qigong Tai Chi
Pool Players
Piano Lessons
Piano for Beginners
Watercolors
Poker
Hearing Clinic
Pickleball
1:00 PM Pickleball
1:00 PM Bingo
Group
1:30 PM Book Club
17
9:15 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
Cribbage
Belly Dancing
Matter of Balance
Bistro@119
Zumba Gold
Bridge
Quilting
1:00 PM Computer
Class
2:00 PM Better
Breathers Club
2:15 PM Technology
Help
2:15 PM Music Melody
Hour
18
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
Qigong Tai Chi
Pool Players
Piano Lessons
Watercolors
Piano for Beginners
Poker
Pickleball
1:00 PM Pickleball
1:00 PM Bingo
Group
24
9:00
9:15
9:30
10:00
10:00
12:00 PM Bistro@119
Mani/Pedi/Reflexology
1:00 PM Computer
Class
Cribbage
1:00 PM Zumba Gold
Belly Dancing
1:00 PM Bridge
Matter of Balance
2:15 PM Music Melody
Hour
25
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
Qigong Tai Chi
Pool Players
Piano Lessons
Piano for Beginners
Watercolors
Poker
Pickleball
Bistro@119
Pickleball
Bingo
Bridge - SAYC
Group
31
9:15 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Bistro@119
Pickleball
Bingo
Bridge - SAYC
Group
12:00
1:00
1:00
1:00
12:00
1:00
1:00
1:00
PM
PM
PM
PM
PM
PM
PM
PM
AM
AM
AM
AM
AM
Cribbage
Belly Dancing
Matter of Balance
Bistro@119
Zumba Gold
1:00 PM Bridge
1:00 PM Computer
Class
2:15 PM Technology
Help
2:15 Music Melody
Hour
16 SERVICES, CLUBS, GROUPS & COURSES
New
Class
CHORALE GROUP
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 2:30-3:30 PM
Cost: $5.00 per class
(Free Introductory class 3/2)
Instructor: Tiffany Wilhelm
Love to sing? Join the Senior Center’s Chorale
Group! Have you been missing harmonizing
with others? Have you always wanted to
learn more about singing? In this class, look
forward to finding your voice, singing fun
favorites and making new friends. There will
be a free introductory class on Wednesday,
March 2. An alum of Algonquin Regional
High School and The Ohio State University,
Tiffany Wilhelm has been a private music
instructor for ten years, and a musician and
songwriter for as long as she can remember.
She is currently enjoying working locally as a
songwriter, performer, journalist, and mentor.
TECHNOLOGY AFTERNOONS
Day: Thursday
Date: March 17 & 31
Time: 2:15 – 3:15 PM
Cost: Free
We’ve called in the experts…Algonquin students will be at the Senior Center to help out
with your technology questions. Need to figure out your e-reader, iPad, Cell Phone or Lap
Top? We have iPads and webcams for Skype
here at the Senior Center if you just want to
try them out. These students have gotten rave
reviews from seniors for their knowledge as
well as their teaching abilities. Sign up today
and start getting the most out of technology!
DULL MEN’S CLUB
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Leader: Bernie Gillon
The Northborough chapter of the Dull Men’s
Club is looking for a few more dull men who
celebrate the ordinary. It is a place where dull
men share thoughts and experiences, free
from glitz and glam, free from pressures to
be in and trendy. We are free instead to enjoy
simple, ordinary things. It is an opportunity to
hang-out and to chat about issues of great or
little importance. If you have a good or bad joke
to share bring it. Serious politics or religion is
strictly verboten subjects. We are not boring
and we are not grumpy. Our favorite flavor is
vanilla and our favorite color is gray. We talk
about any topic that is of interest to the group
from computers to Bee Honey. Check out our
international Dull Men’s Club Website www.
dullmensclub.com and come join us.
POOL FOR BEGINNERS
Day: Tuesday Mornings
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Pool table room
Cost: $5/class
Instructor: Kevin Wright
Pre-registration is required
Ever wanted to learn the ins and outs of
playing pool? Have you played pool over the
years but never felt proficient at it? Here’s
your chance to learn all about it. This class is
designed for the beginner—someone who
wants to know how to make those easy and
more difficult shots. Join the fun on Tuesday
mornings! Kevin Wright has been playing and
teaching pool to family, friends and others for
over 15 years. The class is limited, so call the
Senior Center at 508-393-5035 and reserve
your spot in the game.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
GROUP
Day: Tuesdays
Date: March 1, 15 and 29; April 5
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Facilitator: David Pierce and Nancy Small
The VNA Care Network and Hospice offers a
Bereavement Support Group to anyone in the
Northborough area who is suffering a loss by
death. There is no cost to attend the group
and registration is not required. The group
meetings have been and will continue be held
at the Northborough Senior Center on 119
Bearfoot Rd. in Northborough.
Some of the issues and concerns we will be
discussing that are common to those who are
grieving include:
• The anger, discouragement, sadness
and guilt that come with grief
• How to take care of yourself as
you grieve
• How to adapt to the changes that come
with death
• How to deal with the expectations of
other people
• How to manage the holidays and other
special occasions
• Where to turn for support
The Bistro@119 located at the Senior Center
will be open for lunch on Tuesdays each
week @ 12:00 noon which may be helpful
for anyone wanting to attend the Support
Group. For more information please contact
Ted MacNeil, Bereavement Coordinator
@ 508-798-3995 x 5624. You may also
contact David Pierce, Hospice Chaplain or
Nancy Small, Hospice Chaplain, co-facilitators
of the group @ 1-800-521-5539, Ext.
4437 (David) or Ext. 6667 (Nancy).
BOOK CLUB
Day: 3rd Wednesday of the Month
Date: March 16
Time: 1:30 PM
Leader: Maureen Sargent
Cost: Free
The Book Club meets at the Senior Center
under the leadership of Maureen Sargent.
They meet the third Wednesday of every
month at 1:30 PM and are interested in
having new members join them. Please call
the Senior Center to find out what their book
selection is for March or go to the town
website for the senior center. The new title is
posted under book club.
MEMOIR WRITING GROUP
Day: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays
of the Month
Date: March 9 & 23
Time: 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Participants enjoy writing and sharing their
stories from various stages in their lives.
Join this fun group as they remember and
write about the interesting times of their
lives. Some of the members arrive at 12 noon
for lunch at the Bistro. New members are
welcome.
BETTER BREATHERS CLUB
Day: 3rd Thursday of the month
Date: March 17
Time: 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Do you have a chronic lung disease such as
asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis, or lung
cancer? Then this group is for you! Join Cheryl
Burgess, Respiratory Therapist at Marlborough
Hill Healthcare Center at this new support
group. You will learn breathing techniques,
talk about medications, tests, oxygen and
nutrition, try some exercises, and much more.
This is a free program, and refreshments
will be provided. Please RSVP to the Senior
Center, 508-393-5035 for attendance.
Learn More, Breath Better
HARMONICA CLUB
Day: Mondays
Time: 10:00 AM
Leader: George Bender
Cost: Free
Join the fun! The club welcomes both men
and women from all our neighboring towns,
who play the harmonica, to join the group
and enjoy the fun and companionship of the
club. Thanks to George Bender who is taking
leadership of the group while Dan Ginsberg
is away.
17
COMPUTER CLASSES ARE HERE!
LOW VISION
SUPPORT GROUP
Day: Thursday
Date: March 10
Time: 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Leader:
Agnes
Sagerian
Do you have
vision loss of
any kind? In
general, our
group meets on the second Thursday
of the month at the Senior Center.
After being on hiatus for January
and February, we look forward to
our first meeting of the new year.
Please join us for a presentation by
Jean Sniffin, RN on Infection Control.
Please contact our coordinator, Agnes
Sagerian at 508-393-8353 with any
questions. We welcome you to join
our group.
LEGAL CLINIC
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 8
Time: 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Attorney: Richard Dustin
Cost: Free
The Legal Clinic will be staffed by
Attorney Richard Dustin. Call the
Senior Center at 508-393-5035
to schedule your free 15 minute
appointment to privately discuss
any legal issue.
We are so excited to offer the following Computer Classes. Our instructor, Mimi
Wichter, has a long teaching background in a Community College and other Senior
Centers. You must pre-register as seating is limited and each class is $5.00.
MARCH 2016 CLASS SCHEDULE FOR NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER
Introduction to Microsoft Word. We will type a short letter, save it, open it
again and edit it. We will also create some fun Letterhead and an envelope.
Thursday, March 3, 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
Photoshop Elements Introduction. We’ll get started by learning some basics about color
correction, removing red eye and using Elements’ Toolbox and Layers Palette.
Tuesday, March 8, 1:00-3:00 PM and Tuesday Evening, March 8, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
Create a Simple Monthly Budget and an Address Book in Microsoft Excel. We will practice
Excel basics by creating a monthly budget with added totals. We will also use a template to create an
Address Book. Thursday, March 10, 1 – 3:00 PM.
Learn to use Photoshop Elements Selection tools. Did Uncle Albert get left out of the family
picture? Select him from another image and put him in the back row! Want to correct just part of an
image? Select it, feather it and change it up. Tuesday, March 15, 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
Create an Animated Birthday Invitation in Microsoft PowerPoint. We will create a simple
animated Birthday party invitation using background color, text, clip art and animated gifs.
Learn to use Photoshop Elements Filters. Create interesting special effects when you learn
how to use Elements’ filters. Make a watercolor out of a regular photograph. Or you may want to
make yourself look thinner, heavier, or have larger eyes! You can even use a camera distortion filter
to straighten out buildings and cityscapes! Tuesday, March 22, 1:00-3:00 PM and Tuesday Evening,
March 22, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
Learn to Filter and Sort Data Using Microsoft Excel. We will use several different work sheets to
practice sorting and filtering data. This is surprisingly easy to do and very handy. Thursday, March 24,
1:00 – 3:00 PM.
Collage #1-Use Photoshop Elements to Create a Collage. We’ll use travel photos and text to
display several pictures on one page to show how you can tell a story about your trip that you can
mail to family or fellow adventurers? Tuesday, March 29, 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
Restoration #1-Use Photoshop Elements to Develop an Old Negative and Restore a
Washed Out Photo. We will learn to use Blending Modes and several other tools to restore
several old pictures. We will also develop and color correct a vintage negative.
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Monday
Appts no sooner than 9:30 AM
Medical Appts, Work
Mondays (1st)
Wal-Mart/Target – Afternoon
Monday (2nd)
Christmas Tree Shop – Afternoon
Monday (3rd)
Lyman Street Plaza – Afternoon
Monday (4th)
Solomon Pond Mall – Afternoon
(If there is a fifth Monday
Westmeadow Plaza)
Tuesday
Appts. no sooner than 10:15 AM
Wednesday
Senior Center, Medical Appts., Work,
Grocery Shopping@Hannaford in
Marlboro Plaza, Work Trips, Library
Thursday
Senior Center, Medical Appts., Work
Friday
Senior Center, In-town Errands, Work,
Hairdresser
VAN TRANSPORTATION WEATHER CANCELLATION POLICY
If Northborough Schools are closed due to inclement weather, there will be no van transportation for
that day. If there is a delay due to inclement weather, there will be a delay in transportation for the
same amount of time.
MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are needed in Northborough to deliver hot meals to homebound seniors. Delivery time
is 10:30 – 11:30 AM and drivers deliver to 7-10 people on average. Volunteers are required to have
a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, complete 1-hour training and pass a CORI check. Many
seniors tell us the best part about meal delivery is the friendly, caring volunteers. Please consider
joining us. For more information contact BayPath Elder Services, Inc. at 508-573-7234.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
BayPath Elder Services’ Long Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to visit Long Term
Care facilities to make sure residents are getting the care and service they expect. Volunteers work
with residents, staff, and families to achieve this end. The initial time commitment is a three day certification process then up to two hours a week in the nursing home. Also there is a monthly volunteer
meeting to discuss issues and best practices. If you’re interested please call the Program Director,
Mary Brooks at 508-573-7200 ex. 235.
THE WINNER IS…
The Swipe Key Tag number for March is #0525.
Check your tag to see if you are the lucky winner!
Come to the front desk to pick up your gift certificate.
The winner from February is Larry Schafer.
CONGRATULATIONS!
In–Town Trips and Out–of–Town Trips
provided to Marlboro, Westboro,
Shrewsbury, Worcester, Boylston,
Northborough, Southborough Monday–Friday as scheduled. Reservations taken up to seven business days in advance. Minimum of two business
days notice is required for all reservations. 508–752–9283 press 1. No out-of-town trips unless pre-authorized. Trips to and from the Senior
Center are available daily.
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REAL ESTATE EXPERT
The Real
Article Provided By
Estate Expert
Karen Scopetski
Your Northborough Realtor
KEEPING YOUR APPLIANCES CLEAN
They can get grimy, dirty, and smell making them some of
the dirtiest things in your home. What are they? Your kitchen
appliances! Kitchen appliances are used every day and can show
their wear and tear if you are not careful. Adding this to your Spring
Cleaning list, using everyday household items and a little bit of
elbow grease, your kitchen appliances will look and smell like new.
THE DREADED DISHWASHER:
• Regularly clean the seams and liner of your dishwasher. This will
help reduce bacteria buildup and improve its effectiveness.
• Scour the inside of your dishwasher with a pad dipped in baking
soda to remove residue and stains from the interior surface and
crevices of your dishwasher.
• Run a regular cycle of wash with lemonade. The ascorbic
acid will help remove any remaining buildup, and leave your
dishwasher smelling clean and fresh.
OH! THE OVEN:
• Loosen baked-on food inside your oven using a plastic spatula.
• Use the juice from two squeezed lemons to clean your oven.
Place the juice into an oven safe dish, throw in the lemon
remains and bake 30 minutes at 250 degrees. Now you have a
clean and fresh smelling oven.
REFRIGERATOR REPEAT:
• Clean your refrigerator monthly. Remove food from your
refrigerator and discard
items that are aged or
expired.
• Create a paste from
1/2 cup of baking soda
with 1 tbsp of vinegar.
Apply the paste to a soft
scouring pad, and scrub.
Wipe away any residue
with a damp sponge,
• Vacuum the undercarriage
of your refrigerator.
• Wipe down the outside
with warm water and
vinegar or your favorite
cleaning product.
• Keep a box of baking
soda in the back of the
refrigerator to keep it
smelling fresh.
20 BRAIN GAMES
GAME ANSWERS FOR THIS ISSUE WILL BE PUBLISHED IN NEXT MONTHS ISSUE.
Answer to February Sudoku
21
ASK A PHARMACIST
ASK A
PHARMACIST
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answers your
most frequently
asked questions.
Do you have Ostomy, Urological,
Wound Care or Incontinence supplies
delivered to your home? Don’t deal
with a faceless 800 number,
deal with a local, family business
you can trust, call Bouvier’s!
AGE-RELATED
VISION PROBLEMS
As you age, so do your eyes. You might find that
you have difficulty reading small print or that you
need brighter lighting at your desk. In addition, eye
diseases that could lead to more-serious vision
problems become more common with age. Consider
cataracts. A cataract is a clouding of the normally
clear lens of the eye. Most cataracts develop slowly
and don’t disturb eyesight early on. At first, stronger
lighting and eyeglasses can help you deal with
cataracts. Eventually cataracts can interfere with
your vision. Left untreated, cataracts can lead to
blindness. However, even with advanced cataracts,
vision can usually be restored with surgery. Be sure
to have regular checkups with your ophthalmologist
so that any developing vision problems can be
caught
early.
—
Source: Mayo Clinic
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will use
care and discretion to help you get the supplies
you need delivered right to your door!
We proudly carry products from the leading
product manufacturers, and offer a convenient
and discreet drop ship program, as well as a free
sample program with most brands. We can also
special order any particular item for your specific
needs and drop ship in one business day.
We also work with your doctor to provide direct
insurance billing through most major insurances!
515 Lincoln Street, Marlborough, MA
Fax: 508-485-8777
Call 508-485-0432
www.bouvierpharmacy.com
Have a question for the pharmacist?
Email questions to: pharmacist@bouvierpharmacy.com
4 Generations of our Family
Caring for Yours...
22 ARTS & CRAFTS
Spring Flowers
lit wine bottle comes with a set
of white lightscustomize
your colors
PAINTING
PARTY
Day: Tuesday
Dates:
March 22
Time:
2:30 – 5:30 PM
Cost: $15/class
Instructor: Hilary
Goyette
Pre-registration
Required
We’re excited
to offer a new
painting project
that we’re sure you
will enjoy. You’ll be
painting a lighted
wine bottle. Hilary
Goyette is an
instructor at Brush
it Off Paint and Sip Bar and is looking forward
to sharing her love of art with you. You’ll enjoy
step-by-step art instruction as you create your
own work of art.
Don't worry about materials or technique-you'll get step-by-step instruction and
everything you need to create your own
lighted & painted wine bottle to take home
with you. Imagine your delight when visitors
to your home see your artistically lit and
painted piece of art!
From the professional instruction to the glass
wine bottle, lights and paint, all your supplies
are covered. You’ll have fun and by the end
of the class you will be telling your inner art
critic to get lost!
TRADITIONAL RUG HOOKING
Day: Monday
Dates: February 22 & 29, March 14 & 21,
Apri 11 & 25, May 16 & 23
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $150 for 10 classes
Instructor: Joyce DiGregorio
This is an open class for students at any
level of rug hooking experience. Students
are welcome to work on any design, cut or
style, and new students will learn about
rug hooking and the technique involved
to produce future heirlooms. Joyce is an
accredited McGown teacher and has been
hooking, lecturing and teaching for many
years. She enjoys the challenge of helping
students develop and complete new, original
designs or work on in progress rugs. She is
an accomplished colorist and designer and is
owner of DIGO Hand Hooked Rugs.
ARTS & CRAFTS GROUP
New
Class
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 22
Time: 12:30 -2:30 PM
Cost: Free
Instructor: Sue Hogan
Do you love to do crafts? This class may be
for you. Every year in November, the Friends
of the Northborough Senior Cetner have
their Country Store Fair which is one of their
biggest fundraisers. We thought it would
be fun to get a group together and donate
our creations that we make once a month
from now until November. We have lots of
samples of what we’d like to work on and
we’re looking for input from you on ideas for
other crafts. The projects will be simple and
fun and will benefit the Friends who in turn
support the Senior Center in so many ways.
Please call and reserve your seat today so we
know how many supplies we’ll need.
WATERCOLORS PAINTING CLASS
Day: Fridays
Dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $50 for 5 weeks series
Instructor: Helen Garcia
Always an artist at heart, Helen has for many
years studied Watercolor and other forms of
painting at the Worcester Art Museum, the
Danforth Art Museum in Framingham, and
with private tutors. Her students at the Senior
Center have thoroughly enjoyed her classes
here. She has a calm, relaxed style that makes
for a wonderful class experience. Helen
welcomes new & intermediate students and
those new to watercolor. A supply list is available at the Senior Center.
ORIGAMI
Day: Thursday
Date: March 10
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Instructor: Annie Wales
Cost: $5
Join the talented Annie Wales for a fun
class based on a very old art form. Look for
samples at the Senior Center front desk.
JEWELRY MAKING CLASS
Day: Monday
Date: March 28
Time: 10:00 AM
Cost: From $12 and up
Instructor: Lori Burton
Pre Registration Required
Thinking about making a beautiful gift or
something special for yourself? Join Lori to
create a lovely piece of jewelry. Check out
the samples at the front desk and sign up to
make your own!
PIANO LESSONS
Day: Friday
Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 9:00 AM
Cost: $10/class
Instructor: Dennis Deyo
Dennis has been teaching piano lessons at
the Senior Center for some time and is adding
another beginner class to his Friday schedule.
Maybe you played piano in the past but feel
like you could use additional training. Maybe
piano playing is something you’ve always
wanted to try. Whatever the reason, now is the
time to take this class and pursue a new hobby.
HAND APPLIQUE
Day: 2nd and 4th Tuesday
Date: March 8 & 22
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Leader: Beth Cunningham
The class offers Hand Applique for all
levels. Bring your own project or come for
inspiration. We share tips and techniques. If
you’re looking for a new hobby or you’d like
to share your love of hand appliqué with likeminded folks, this is the workshop for you!
QUILTING
Day: 1st & 3rd Thursday
Date: March 3 & 17
Time: 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Instructor: Connie Davis
Join Connie and her class for tips and
techniques on quilting. Bring your quilting
project with you, or come to get inspired to
start a new one.
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TRIPS
ARTS & CRAFTS CONTINUED
COLORING CLASS
Day: Tuesday
Date: March 8
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Instructors: Shirley Mollenhauer/Sue Hogan
Cost: Free
Pre-registration Required
It’s the newest trend for adults – coloring! Remember how much fun you had coloring
when you were a child? That inner child of yours is anxious to come out and play
again. We’ll supply the pages as well as the crayons and colored pencils. There are not
many hobbies that we, as adults, enjoy that use eye-hand coordination. As kids, we
worked hard to develop motor skills and it’s important to preserve these skills as we
age. It may also help fight cognitive loss, especially if we choose challenging pieces
every so often. Sign up today for this fun and relaxing activity!
Northborough
Senior Center
presents…
NEEDLERS (KNITTING GROUP)
Day: Every Monday
Time: 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Leader: Monica Dowling
Want to your work on your knitting/
crocheting or other handwork with others?
Looking for direction on a particular project?
Join this creative group as they share common experiences of a hobby they just love!
Classic Tanzania
12 Days - 29 Meals
October 17 - 28, 2016
TRIPS
Collette’s
Rediscover Cuba
THE YOUNG IRELANDERS
9 Days - 17 Meals
THE MOULIN ROUGE MEETS MASSACHUSETTS
Date: Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Where: Lantana’s in Randolph, MA
Have you ever wanted to experience the Moulin rouge in Paris first hand? Here is your
chance to see a great Parisian style show here in your own backyard. $91 p/p includes
Chicken Parmesan, Italian Minestrone Soup, Ziti with Sauce, Rolls & Butter, Dessert,
Coffee/Tea. A Vegetarian Option is available if needed.
NEW YORK CITY • Date: May 7-9, 2016
$532 p/p Double, $819 p/p Single includes Roundtrip
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, 2 nights lodging
at the Courtyard Marriott-Time Square, Breakfast
each morning, Visit to the September 11 Museum
& Memorial, Ferry Ride to Liberty & Ellis Island w/
admission to Statue of Liberty, Best of Times Travel Tour Director throughout trip, all
gratuities included. Final Payment due March 25, 2016.
*
Book by March 13, 2016
and save $180 per person!**
Highlights: Gibb’s Farm, Ngorongoro Crater,
Serengeti National Park, Datoga and Hadzabe Tribes,
Tarangire National Park
Here’s a sampling of where we’re going and who we’ll see in February and
March. For more detailed descriptions of each trip, please visit the Senior
Center or our page on the town website.
Date: Friday March 11, 2016
Where: at the Venus de Milo in Swansea, MA
The Young Irelanders comprises 8 sensational performers who have Irish traditional
music, song & dance running through their veins. It stars former members of
Riverdance & Lord of the Dance. Join us for a great day out with song and dance as
only the Irish can do! $89 includes Transportation, Lunch & Show. Meal Choice: Baked
Schrod or Corned Beef and Cabbage, Venus de Milo’s Famous Minestrone Soup,
Vegetables, Breads, Dessert, Coffee/Tea.
Double $7399
Double $4999
*
April 13 - 21, 2017
Highlights: Cayo Santa Maria Island, Sugar Museum,
Remedios, Cienfuegos, Botanical Gardens, Cuban
Cigar Factory, Havana, Literacy Museum, Cuban Fine
Arts Museum, Salsa Dancing, Casa Fuster
For more information, contact Kelly Burke
Northborough Senior Center
at 508.393.5035 or
kburke@town.northborough.ma.us
* Rate is per person, based on double occupancy and includes land, air from Logan Intl
airport, fuel and tax, and hotel transfers. Pricing is based on a minimum of 10 passengers
traveling on the same air schedule from the same gateway. Airfare: For your convenience,
we offer airfare for purchase with all tour packages. If you purchase an air-inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted inclusive of all fuel, taxes and fees. Your rates are subject
to change until paid in full. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight or
departure date. Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines may impose additional charges
if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for
detailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies. **Early booking
savings is valid on air-inclusive tours only. † Not valid on group travel. Included in many
U.S. cities within a 50 mile radius of more than 90 airport gateways. One transfer per room
booking. Additional stops are not permitted on route. Other restrictions may apply; call for
details. Collette Travel Service, Inc. d/b/a Collette (“Collette”) tour itinerary is intended to
meet the one of the twelve specific categories of authorized travel as issued by the Office of
Foreign Asset Control of the U.S. Department of Treasury (OFAC). Specifically, our programs
are intended to meet the people-to-people educational activities delineated under 31 CFR
515.565 and as such travel to Cuba is authorized by general license.
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