All of the senior centers listed below have a full slate of weekly activities that are detailed on their websites. Following is a sampling of what they offer.
Amherst Senior
Center
Bangs Community
Center
70 Boltwood Walk
259-3060
EXPLORING COLLAGE — Monday and Jan. 30, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Use collage to create a still life, landscape or abstract design, and to make paper to draw on. Call Carolyn Bruneau, 527-0579 with ideas, needs, questions and requests. Classes are $10 each payable to the instructor.
WINE & CANVAS FUNDRAISER — The Friends of the Amherst Senior Center will hold a “Wine and Canvas” fundraiser at the Hampshire Mall (near Joanne’s Fabrics) Jan. 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. The artist gives step-by-step instructions. All supplies are included. No experience required. $30. Call or sign up at the reception desk. Call 256-3517 for more information..
SECOND HAND SHOP – Needs donations of clean adult clothing, jewelry, shoes, and small household items. The shop is open every Friday from 9 am to noon. Donations can be left anytime Monday through Friday at the senior center office.
FREE CAREGIVER MASSAGES – Talya Solomon is offering free caregivers massages to help relieve stress. Contact Helen to schedule a massage at 259-3062 or macmellonh@amherstma.gov
SOOTHING STRETCH – Led by Alicia Morton Fridays through March 24, 3 to 4 p.m. Mats are provided or bring your own for this free gentle exercise class which focuses on full body stretches and all-important abdominal strengthening.
TRAVEL – Details available at the senior travel desk. Call 259-3060, Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Younger people and non-residents are welcome.
Feb. 16, Kennedy Library, Boston, and supper at the Steaming Tender in Palmer. Depart at 8 a.m., return between 7 and 7:30 p.m. $60 includes motorcoach, JFK Library, gratuity. Dinner on your own.
May 13-19Barcelona, Spain
BELCHERTOWN
SENIOR CENTER
60 State St.
323-0420
BLOOD DRIVE — Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In conjunction with the American Red Cross, The Belchertown Police Department, TRIAD and the Council on Aging. Donors will receive a Dunkin Donut gift card and TRIAD will be offering hot dogs and beverages to all participants.
VALENTINES FELTING CLASS – Feb. 6, 10 a.m. Join instructor Sarah Madison and create a Valentines piece of art. Learn the basic steps of felting and have a new piece of heart jewelry to wear throughout the month. Bring a heart shaped cookie cutter — all other supplies will be provided. Call Susan to sign up.
VALENTINES DAY LUNCH – Feb. 16; a great lunch with some wonderful music. Reservations begin Feb. 1 and will fill up quickly, so call early. Entertainment by Noah Lis.
Travel
Tuesday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 323-0420 ext. 513
EASTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING/
ENRICHMENT CENTER
19 Union St.
527-6151
GENEALOGY CLUB – Wednesday, 2 p.m. Find out more about your family roots, history, stories, and more. Estelle Stasz specializes in researching French Canadian ancestry and will teach the techniques and options to research our roots.
AARP TAX HELP – Volunteers will be providing free income tax return preparation from Feb. 3 to April 14, on Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Please call 527-6151 to schedule your appointment
AROMA THERAPY & SOUND THERAPY — Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon. Shirley Landry of Point of Light Healing will offer aroma therapy using her own mixture of essential oils and sound therapy with singing bowls. Call 527-6151 to schedule your 45-minute appointment. $15 fee payable in advance.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP — Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Call Linda Talbot
VAN TRIPS Costs shown are for transportation only.
Fernandez Family Restaurant, Holyoke, serving Spanish, American and Irish food, Monday, 10:30 a.m. $5.
Tandem Bagel, Wednesday, 10 a.m. $3.
Travel Club group leaders: Ginni Hurteau and Marilyn Parmenter 527-6151 ext. 17
HADLEY SENIOR
COMMUNITY CENTER
46 Middle St.
586-4023
FIRST FRIDAY — Feb.3, 2 p.m., cookies, coffee, and conversation
OFFICE HOURS – Feb. 3 Representative Scibak will be here to listen to concerns at 11:30 a.m.
COMPUTER TUTORIALS – Steve Eagle is a volunteer from RSVP offering free one on one computer tutorials at our Community Center. If you are interested, please call the office.
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE — Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to noon on the main floor. 586-2513. Needles accepted in approved containers. Medical devices available for loan.
SHOPPING TRIP — Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon, for seniors who no longer drive. Available to go to Hadley grocery stores and the mall. $4 round trip. Call by Tuesday to reserve your seat.
Dancercise – Mondays at 10:30 a.m. $6 per class payable to instructor.
Fun and Fit – Aerobic and small weights workout, Mondays at 3 p.m. $3 per class, pay one month in advance.
Osteo Exercise — Tuesday and Thursday, 9:15 a.m, Free.
Friday, Royal China Buffet in Chicopee. $8.99 for the buffet, $10 transportation. Departs at 11 a.m.
Feb. 13, Celebrate Valentine’s Day a day early, (or just get your lobster fix) with a visit to Fish Tales in Hatfield for twin lobsters ($22) or triple lobsters ($25), both offers require the purchase of a beverage. Departs at 11 a.m.. $5 transportation.
March 23, Westchester Broadway Theatre to see the musical “Mama Mia!” Transportation, lunch and play for $119. Contact Jane Nevinsmith for availability at 586-3772.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED — Hadley Council on Aging is looking for congregate meal fill-ins, office personnel, program leaders, van drivers and event planners — energetic, personable, idea-oriented people who can pass a CORI check. Please submit a letter of interest stating the position desired and mentioning related skills to Suzanne Travisano, Hadley COA, 46 Middle St., Hadley, 01035.
NORTHAMPTON
SENIOR SERVICES
& SENIOR CENTER
67 Conz St.
587-1228
ARTIST OF THE MONTH – Elizabeth Willard’s outdoor photography on display.
FREE CONCERT – Klezmer trio, New England’s dynamic, roots rocking band, performs Jan. 30 at 2 p.m.
GROUP SING – Feb. 1, 7 p.m. A sing-along with Chris Haynes on the accordion and piano, for singers and non-singers alike. Free.
MOVIE RENTALS – Join the movie club for a one-time fee of $5, and then rent popular DVDs for just $1. Ask to see the list of more than 600 movies at the reception desk.
PHYSICAL FITNESS – Various exercise groups and classes offered. Call for details about Zumba, walking, yoga, tai chi and Feldenkrais. Or join the fitness center and create your own work out.
TRIPS — Coordinator Francine Frenier is available Monday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. Call for more information.
The following two trips have early sign up deadlines and require passports.
May 21 head to quaint Mackinac Island for seven days by bus, with four consecutive days in northern Michigan. $75 will reserve your seat; full cost is $595.
Aug. 20, cruise to Bermuda for eight days. $350 will reserve your cabin; full cost starts at $1,189 for a double occupied cabin. Iinformational meeting Jan. 11 at 6 p.m.
SOUTH HADLEY
SENIOR CENTER
45 Dayton St.
538-5042
Lunch is served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; reservations must be made by 1 p.m. previous day. In-town transportation available 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment.
LUNCH: Monday, baked chicken with gravy; Tuesday, shepherd’s pie; Wednesday, beef stew; Thursday, cheese lasagna; Friday, broccoli quiche
FRIEND’S BOUTIQUE – Monday and Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
MOVIE – Tuesday, 12:45, Elvis Presley in “GI Blues.”
COMPUTER CLASSES — Offered to those over 50; no residence required. Call 533-6889 for more information.
Feb. 7 to 17, Caribbean Cruise. 11-day cruise aboard the Norwegian Gem. Valid passports required. For more information or reservations call The Ship Shop at 1-800-243-1630
Feb. 21, Twin River Casino Trip, $27. Full casino package. Call Howie Walsh 593-6286.
March 29, ”Mamma Mia!” at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford, New York. $105. Enjoy a pre-show lunch and matinee performance. For reservations call Susan Canedy. Final payment due Feb. 21.
SOUTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
210 College Highway
529-2105
Bingo — Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Computer Class —Thursdays at 10 a.m. Sign up in advance.
Self-monitored fitness program — A recumbent stepper and treadmill are available for use during regular hours. Registration and liability forms must be completed prior to use. Membership fee of $5 per month or $50 per year must be paid in advance.
HEALTHY BONES and BALANCE — Tuesdays, 9 a.m. and Thursdays, 11 a.m.
WESTHAMPTON
COUNCIL ON AGING
3 South Road
WALKING GROUP & HIKES – Walkers meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. at the parking lot in the center of town. You can walk as much or as little as you like. The hikes take place around our local area and are led by local folks.
KNITTING GROUP — Monday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the library. Everyone welcome.
BOARD & CARD GAMES — Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. at Westhampton Woods. A great chance to socialize.
COFFEE & SOCIAL TIME — Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at the library