We will be going to Shaw’s on Mondays at 1:00 and 1:30. and to Stop & Shop on Fridays at 8:30 a.m. There is room on the van if you would like to take advantage of sales at both stores.
The following is a list of other shopping trips we have planned. They all take place on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. If you would like to go on the van, please call the senior center to arrange a ride.
July 16
Walpole Mall
July 23
Christmas Tree Shops
July 30
Luncheon Outing - Great Woods Mandarin
AFGHANS ALWAYS AVAILABLE
A great gift for any occasion … historical Town of Foxborough afghans are always available for sale at the senior center. Afghans in Cranberry, Loden Green, or Williamsburg Blue are $39.95 each, or there is a multi-colored version at a cost of $44.95. Proceeds from the sale of these afghans benefit the Friends of Foxboro Seniors.
Story time for Grown-ups at the Coffee Connection
Do you have a story or an experience that you would like to share? Does a fond memory bring a chuckle or a tear every time it comes to mind? Our stories and memories are what glue us together as families, neighborhoods, and even whole societies. You may not consider yourself a writer or even a storyteller, but you may have interesting recollections to share.
Drop by the Coffee Connection at the senior center on Thursday mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. for “Coffee on Memory Lane.” Here you are invited to share memories or discuss topics of interest with Peg Mossman as she continues writing her collection of senior memories to be included in a book. If you don’t already know Peg, she’s the one with a cup of coffee and a computer. She would love to listen to what you have to say. You can do the talking, and she will do the writing.
In addition, “Tale Spinners” meets every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. In this group, you will have an opportunity to share and write about memories and reflections. We encourage you to come and listen to our “creations” even if you don’t write.
BINGO Join us for Bingo at the Rodman Building at Carl Annon Court on Baker Street every Monday afternoon at 1:30. This is a great opportunity to get out and catch up with old friends or make some new ones.
STRENGTH TRAINING Our Wednesday morning exercise classes begin at 8:30 a.m. every week and feature stretching routines and exercises that focus on the stomach, legs, arms and shoulders. During our class we also use small hand weights as we work on our conditioning and our strength training. We have an instructor from the YMCA to lead our class and there is a $1 charge for each class. The class is open to both men and women so come join us. It is a great opportunity to get in shape for the summer months and have lots of fun at the same time.
KNITTING BEA Join us for an afternoon of knitting at the senior center. Bea Barr will be teaching a knitting class on Monday afternoons at 1 p.m. These classes are for beginners, as well as for those who would like to brush up on their skills or just working on a project. We can all learn from each other in this class. If you have knitting needles, please bring them in with you and we’ll supply the yarn. This is a free class. Call the senior center to sign up. return to the top
LET’S TALK ABOUT IT
“I’m sorry, I didn’t know”, these words are often used to express surprise regarding an event; sometimes pleasant, sometimes unpleasant, an event that happened without your knowledge, an event you should have known about.
Words are a human concoction, conceived in order to transfer information from one or more individuals to another or a group. At 1:00 p.m. each Tuesday a small group meets at the Foxboro Senior Center to discuss various topics.
This Discussion Group, I am told existed long before the Senior Center. It functions in a very informal way. The topics are not usually planned. Individuals are not required to join the discussion at hand nor are they assigned topics. Personal interest will encourage participation.
This writer has experienced more than eighty years of life. I would have to be a stone not to have formed opinions regarding the world around me. So it is with all of us more or less. Sharing my opinion regarding politics, religion and all the various institutions that direct our society keeps me going. But I find listening to the opinions of others is much more rewarding. I guess I’d rather learn than teach. The reason for this letter is to request you, the reader, to join us at the Foxboro Senior Center any Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. Please join us. All are welcome!
NUTRITION NEWS
Come to our nutrition class at the senior center. We meet every Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. Each week we share new “healthy” recipes, participate in food sampling, exchange ideas, talk about good nutrition and tell some great jokes
FITNESS FRIDAY
Join us on Friday mornings to get in shape at the two exercise classes offered at the senior center. At 9 a.m. we have a half-hour self- run mat exercise group, followed by an hour class (from 9:30-10:30) that includes stretching; aerobics and hand held weights with an instructor from the YMCA. This class works on exercising the body from the neck to the ankles and it is designed for all levels of abilities. There is a $1 charge for this class and the class is open to both men and women. Please join us for one or both of these classes.
BOOMCHUCKERS
Boomchuckers meet on Fridays at 1 p.m. for an hour of recreational music making and camaraderie. We offer an opportunity to recall and sing songs no longer heard and unknown to younger generations. Lyrics and rhythm instruments are provided. Annette Fisher who accompanies the group on piano has assembled a large and growing library of music. All are welcome to sing or simply listen. Harmonica playing is encouraged. No talent is necessary.
CERAMICS CLASS We are holding ceramics classes at the Senior Center on Thursdays from 9 -11 a.m. Mary Tetu is our ceramics instructor. Supplies will be provided and participants will only be expected to pay for the piece they want to finish. The price will vary depending on the piece.
SERENADING SENIORS Our Serenading Seniors rehearse on Wednesdays from 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
If you are interested in joining the group, please leave your name and phone number at the senior center front desk, or see Jeanne Bonneau before or after rehearsals.
For the summer months, Tai Chi classes will be held at the Chapel Meetinghouse at 56 Mill Street. Classes will be at 9:00 a.m. and are $5 per session. The schedule is as follows: Thursday, July 10th; Thursday, July 17th; Thursday, July 24th; Thursday, July 31st; Tuesday, August 5th; Thursday, August 14th; Thursday, August 21st; and Thursday, August 28th.
Our instructor, Jeanne Donnelly, has been teaching exercise for many years. In addition to her Tai Chi and Yoga instruction, Jeanne is a personal trainer and teaches classes in Qi Gong. Classes are $5 per session.
Take advantage of this great opportunity to try something new and fun for your general well-being. Come ready to move and stretch in your loose clothing and sneakers or comfortable, flat shoes. Please call the senior center at 508-543-1252 to sign-up.
TALE SPINNERS Tale Spinners meet regularly on Tuesday’s at 2 p.m. Their aim is to provide support and encouragement for people who already enjoy creative writing and for those who would like to try it for the first time. Potential new members are welcomed as listeners as well as participants.
Now that we have received some instruction from our Eagle Scout candidate, Chris McKenna, we will be having a virtual bowling league on Wednesday afternoons at the senior center from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Come join the Wii generation and join the fun!
The Book Club meets at the Foxboro Senior Center on the first Thursday of every month. Each month a new title is selected and is made available on Perkins tapes, library tapes, CD’s and books. Seniors who have limited vision or have difficulty holding or reading a book or who simply enjoy listening on tape are able to enjoy this group. The group is led by outreach Social Worker, Noreen Sherys.
Foxborough COA and Human Services is pleased to offer ‘The Bereavement Groups of Foxborough’.
The groups include ’The Circle’ for parents and children, and ‘Adult Support’ for those who do not have children. Each group has their own space and facilitator. Children are separated into age appropriate groups.
The meetings are every other Tuesday from 6pm – 8pm from September through May at the Senior Center.
If you’d like to attend, please call 508-543-1252. Pre registration is required. People from Foxborough and surrounding towns are welcome.
TRIAD is a program for seniors, by seniors. Its’ purpose is to reduce crime against seniors, and help improve their quality of life. The Foxboro TRIAD is part of a national program that is a three-way partnership between seniors, law enforcement, and the Council on Aging.
TRIAD meetings are usually held on the third Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. at the senior center. Everyone is welcome to attend these informational sessions and this is your chance to ask questions of our local police and fire professionals. For information on the TRIAD programs, please call the senior center at 508-543-1252.
Our Low Vision Support Group will meet on the third Thursday of every month, from 1:00 – 2:00. This is an adult group providing peer support and information for anyone with vision loss, or those who have concerns about their vision. Seniors from Foxboro, as well as surrounding towns, are welcome! Van transportation is available for Foxboro residents by calling the senior center at 508-543-1252.
