Lexington Senior Services Newsletter

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Lexington Senior Services Newsletter

March 2013 Issue 373

Sign Up for March Programs begins February 25th

Lexington Senior Center 1475 Mass Ave. Lexington, MA 02420 781-861-0194 www.lexingtonma.gov

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Thursday, March 14

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Seating begins at 11:45 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional lunch of corned beef & cabbage, dessert and beverage.

Catered by Whitson’s. Please register & pay the receptionist $5 by March 7

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. Stay after lunch for a FREE line-dancing class with Irish music.

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Monday, March 18

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Join Chef James Peloquin from Atria Longmeadow Place as he presents brain healthy cooking! Samples will be provided and the person whose birthday is

closest will take home an entire meal. Please sign up at 781-861-0194.

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Tuesday, March 26

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at 12 noon

The presentation will include establishing reasonable expectations for future education costs, look at vehicles for investing for a child's college education and discuss some common ways

to save and invest. Presented by Mary McFadden Hastings of Wells Fargo Advisors.

Sign up and pay the receptionist - $4 for box lunch.

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Six Wednesdays, March 27 –May 1, from 1:30-4:00 pm

This program covers topics such as frustration, fatigue, appropriate exercise, use of medications and communicating with health-care professionals.

Please sign up at the information session on March 6

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Table of Contents:

Staff/Worthy of Note……….2 March Programs………...3 Fitness Classes/Movies …..………..4 Transportation………..4 Health & Wellness………5 Calendar………6&7 Trips……….8 Senior Center News……….9 Community News………9 Meals, Newsletter info…………...12

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Thursday, March 28

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from 9:30-10:30 a.m.

The Registry of Motor Vehicles offers free presentations on issues facing mature drivers, their families and caregivers. “Shifting

Gears” – rules of the road, defensive driving, and safe driving tips

will be presented at the Lexington Senior Center

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Sign up with the receptionist at 781-861-0194.

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Phone 781-861-0194 Fax 781-863-2271 Web Site Address—http://www.lexingtonma.gov

Monday—Friday, 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.

Charlotte Rodgers, RN, MA, CCM Director crodgers@lexingtonma.gov Barbara Deveau, LSW Senior Services Coordinator bdeveau@lexingtonma.gov

Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, BSN kstanislawzyk@lexingtonma.gov

Paula McGlynn, Office Manager pmcglynn@lexingtonma.gov

Gwen Jefferson, Administrative Clerk gjefferson@lexingtonma.gov

Marie Sullivan, Program Clerk msullivan@lexingtonma.gov

Kelly Axtell, BS, MBA, Asst. Director kaxtell@lexingtonma.gov

Ryan Lennon, Veteran’s Services rlennon@lexingtonma.gov

Emily Lavine, LICSW, Family/Human Services elavine@lexingtonma.gov Jeanette Rebecchi, Transportation Services jrebecchi@lexingtonma.gov Linda Judkins, Transportation Clerk ljudkins@lexingtonma.gov

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Call the Senior Center at 781-861-0194.

The message will tell you that the Senior Center is:

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Open as usual

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Open after a delay

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Closed for the day

If schools are closed due to snow, all Senior Center programming and lunches (including Meals on Wheels) will also be cancelled.

Worthy of Note

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Please continue to drop-off your checks at the receptionist desk for 60 Plus and Friday Fitness.

Please reference the class name on the memo portion of the check and make checks payable to Town of Lexington.

Senior Center hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Senior Center hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

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You may notice that the newsletter looks different this month. In response to your feedback and suggestions from the COA Board, we have made some format changes and added a Table of Contents to help you find information more quickly. We have also added dollar signs ($) on the calendar section so you will know which programs require a fee. Also new–photos!

In the picture above, 22 people braved a cold January morning to board a bus and head into Downtown Crossing in Boston. They signed up for Charlie Cards at the MBTA and enjoyed lunch and some free time in the city. Look for more fun “mini trips” coming soon!

Save the date – Wednesday March 13

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at 10 AM – the COA Board will host a Meet and Greet Coffee. Join your COA Board members and discuss current issues and trends that impact you! We’re looking forward to seeing you at classes or programs, and hope you will give us your feedback.

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Stop by and say hello to Marie Sullivan, Program Clerk. Marie is the newest mem- ber of the Human Services Department.

Marie will be working Mondays, Wednesdays, Thurs- days from 12:30-4:30 and Fridays from 8:30– 2:00.

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Join us in the dining room for an information

session on the chronic pain self management class.

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March Programs: Drop-In

The Evergreen Group (Chinese Senior Support Group):

Mondays, March 11 and 25 10 a.m to 11:45 a.m.

This group meets to talk about personal and family issues.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, March 25 at 1 p.m.

The Parkinson’s Disease support group will be led by Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, BSN. For more information call Kelly at 781-861-0194.

World Affairs

Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 at 1:30 p.m.

A drop-in discussion group focused on world affairs.

Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA) Tuesday, March 5th from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas to improve the lives of Lexington Seniors.

Computer & Technology Group

Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27 at 10 a.m.

Join us for presentations, demos and Q&A help on various computer topics. See our announcements and updates at www.tinyurl.com/lex-comp-grp.

An Hour with Senator Donnelly

Wednesday, March 20^th from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Join Senator Donnelly to discuss public policy & current issues.

The Friendship Group

Wednesdays, March 13 and 27 from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

This self led group meets for friendship and support around issues of long-standing loss and living alone.

Current Events

Fridays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 1:15 p.m.

Drop in to this ongoing group for a lively discussion about the week’s news.

March Programs: Sign Up/Register-by calling 781-861-0194

Brain Healthy Cooking

Monday, March 18th at 1:30 p.m.

Join Chef Peloquin from Atria Longmeadow Place as he presents brain healthy cooking.

Chair Massage

Monday, March 11th starting at 9 a.m.

Anne McGrath will give a 10 minute chair massage. Cost is a donation to the FCOA.

Money Matters

Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Special Presentation on March 12th: “Creating Your Legacy –It’s More Than Just Your Money.” Presented by Peter Hoffman, CFP, Lexington Financial Planner.

Lunch & Lecture- College Planning Tuesday, March 26 at 12 noon

Presentation will discuss some common ways to save and invest for college.

Chronic Pain Self Management Class

Wednesdays, March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Please sign up at the info session on Thursday, March 6th.

Safe Driving Program

Thursday, March 28 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

“Shifting Gears” - rules of the road, defensive driving and safe driving tips.

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St. Patrick’s Day Lunch - $5

Thursday, March 14^th. Seating begins at 11:45 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional lunch of corned beef & cabbage, followed by a FREE Line Dancing Class at 1:30.

Caregivers Group

Thursday, March 7 from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

This is a support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. Please call Barbara Deveau 781-861- 0194 or Mary Demakes 978-771-3375 to be sure the group fits your needs.

Five Wishes

Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21 from 10-11:30 a.m.

An easy to use legal document that lets adults plan how to be cared for in the event of serious illness. Facilitated by Marilyn Campbell, workbook provided by the FCOA.

Beginner Quilting $60

Thursdays, March 28 -May 30 from 1-3:30 Begin a sampler quilt or work on smaller projects to give as gifts.

Advanced Quilting $60

Thursdays, March 28 -May 30 from 9 - 11:30. Explore advanced machine quilting

techniques and design sampler type quilts using varied block shapes and sizes.

Short Stories

Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 from 1p.m. to 2 p.m.

Contact Mickey at 781-862-3163.

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Transportation Services

New! FREE Mid-day Lexpress Rides for Senior/Disabled Riders

Lexpress is running a promotion from now until June 30, 2013 that allows senior/disabled riders to board free on routes departing Depot Square from 9:00 a.m. through 1:30 p.m. For more information about using Lexpress call Transportation Services at 781-861-1210.

Direct Lexpress Service to Senior Center

Lexpress will pick up passengers at the following times for direct service to the Senior Center and will return to Countryside, Greeley and Vynebrooke Villages at 12:46 p.m. This service is now FREE as part of the mid-day promotion mentioned above. For more information about Lexpress call Transportation Services at 781-861-1210.

Morning pick up times:

Vynebrooke Village: 9:25 a.m.

Countryside Village: 9:33 a.m Greeley Village: 9:55 a.m.

Lex Connect Taxi Voucher Program

Lex Connect offers a half priced taxi ride for Lexington seniors and persons with a disability. The program oper- ates Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In town rides are $5 and out of town rides are $10. You must apply in person to use the program. Please call the Transportation Services office at 781-861-1210 or the Senior Center at 781-861-0194 for complete details– pre-registration is required. This program is sponsored by donations from the Friends of the COA and other gifts.

FISH: FREE rides to medical appointments provided by volunteer drivers to seniors who do not have alternative transportation. For further information or to schedule a ride call 781-861-9300 between the hours of 9:00 a.m.

and 1:00 p.m. FISH requires 48 hours notice to arrange a ride.

Yoga Beginner Level: Mondays, 2:45 – 3:50 p.m.

March 4, 11, 18, 25 $24.00

Yoga Intermediate Level: Fridays, 9:30 – 10:35 a.m

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $30.00

T’ai Chi: Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m^.

March 6, 13, 20, 27 $16.00

Stretch & Bend: Monday - Friday, 9 to 9:30 a.m.

self led stretching & limbering group - Free.

Ping Pong: Mondays, Wed. & Fridays, 1-4 p.m.

All levels are welcome - Free.

Line Dancing: Thursdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

March 7, 14, 21, 28 $3.00

to the receptionist Seated Strength Training:

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

March 5 –April 30 $40.00

60+ Fitness:

Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:45-10:45 a.m.

March 4 - April 29 $45.00

Friday Fitness: 10:00-11:00 a.m.

March 1– April 26 $24.00

Fitness Classes Movies: 1:15 p.m., Tuesdays

March 5^th- Salmon Fishing in the Yemen:

A sheik with a love for the sport hopes to introduce fly- fishing to the Middle East and turns to uptight fisheries ex- pert Fred Jones for help. Buoyed by the sheik’s enthusiasm Fred sets out to achieve the impossible.

Cast: Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt Rated PG-13, 111 min.

March 19^th - Midnight in Paris:

In this charming romantic comedy, legendary director Woody Allen focuses his lens on an engaged young couple whose experiences traveling together in Paris make them begin to question the kind of life they want.

Cast: Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams Rated PG-13, 94 min.

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$NQQF2TGUUWTG5ETGGPKPIUThursday mornings from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the following locations:

1^st Thursday of the month - Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue

2^nd Thursday of the month -Countryside Village, off Woburn St.- in Lexington Housing Authority Office Building/Meeting Room.

3^rd Thursday of the month - Greeley Village, off Bedford St., turn in on Tewksbury St. or Shirley St.- in the center building/ meeting and laundry facilities.

4^th Thursday of the month -Vynebrooke Village, off Waltham St.- in the center building.

5^th Thursday of the month – No BP clinic.

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By appointment only, 8:45 am. to 12:15 pm. Call the Senior Center at 781-861-0194 to schedule your appointment. $30 fee– pay the doctor. Please note: The service at the Senior Center includes assessment, nail cutting and filing ONLY.

Medicare may pay for an office visit to your podiatrist. For more information about your nail care ask your primary care doctor.

Health and Wellness

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Monday, March 11^thstarting at 9 a.m.

Anne McGrath will give chair massages.

The cost for this service is a donation to the FCOA.

Donation envelopes are available at the Senior Center.

Call 781-861-0194 to sign up for a 10 min appt.

Living Well: Services to help you……

This program is a service provided by the Town of Lexington to seniors who are homebound and unable to easily access health screenings. The service includes regular home visits conducted by a registered nurse as well as consultation and home visits by a social worker if needed. To find out more about this program, please contact Kelly Stanislawzyk at 781-861-0194.

For Veterans services information call Ryan Lennon at 781-860-7091 or his cell phone at 781-953-3160.

(Minuteman Senior Services.) Home-delivered meals.

For information call 781-272-7177.

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For Lexington residents over 55 with low to

moderate incomes, trained Tax-Aide volunteers will be available to help prepare your Federal and State in- come taxes. Sessions will start Tuesday, February 5

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. Appointments are required. Call 781-861-0194 to schedule an appointment. Sponsored by AARP/IRS

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Need help paying fuel bills? The fuel assis- tance program helps with the cost of heating your home. New applications are accepted until April 1, 2013. For more information

about this program as well as eligibility guidelines, please call the Senior Center at 781-861-0194, ext 13.

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Counselors are available to help you with any aspect of your health insurance on

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from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. Call the Senior Center at 781-861-0194 to make an appointment. SHINE counselors are provided by

Minuteman Senior Services.

10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s:

1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life

2. Challenges in planning or solving problems 3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at

work or at leisure

4. Confusion with time or place

5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships

6. New problems with words in speaking or writing 7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to re-

trace steps

8. Decreased or poor judgment

9. Withdrawal from work or social activities 10. Changes in mood and personality

If you notice any of these 10 warning signs in yourself or someone you know, don’t ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor. With early detection you can get the maximum benefit from available treat- ments. For more information go to: alz.org or call 1 800-272-3900.

Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, BSN

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March 2013

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9:45 60+ Fitness $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 12:00 LHS Alumni Lunch $ 1:00 Scrabble

1:00 Ping Pong 1:45 ESL

2:45 Yoga-Beginner $

9:30 Money Matters 10:00 Jewelry Making $ 11:00 LexSA

12:00 Lunch-Lex Café’ $ 12:00 Strength Training $ 1:00 Short Stories 1:15 Movie 1:30 World Affairs

9:00 IKEA Trip $ 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:45 60+ Fitness $

10:00 Computer & Technology Group 10:30 Chronic Pain Info Session 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café’ $ 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 Bridge 1:30 T’ai Chi $ 3:00 COA Meeting

11 9:00 Chair Massage $

9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:45 60+ Fitness $ 10:00 Evergreen 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Scrabble

1:00 Ping Pong

1:15 Veteran’s Program- Cary Library 1:45 ESL

2:45 Yoga Beginner $

9:30 Money Matters 10:00 Jewelry Making $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 12:00 Strength Training $ 1:00 Short Stories 1:30 World Affairs

9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:45 60+ Fitness $ 10:00 COA Meet & Greet

10:00 Computer & Technology Group 12:00 Lunch– Lex Café’ $

1:00 Friendship Group 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 Bridge 1:30 T’ai Chi $

1:30 Decoding Symbols $ 18

9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:45 60+ Fitness $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Scrabble

1:00 Ping Pong

1:30 Brain Healthy Cooking Demonstration 1:45 ESL

2:45 Yoga Beginner $

9:30 Money Matters 10:00 Jewelry Making $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 12:00 Strength Training $ 1:00 Short Stories 1:15 Movie 1:30 World Affairs

9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 Senator Donnelly 9:45 60+ Fitness $

10:00 Computer & Technology Group 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café’ $

1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 Bridge 1:30 T’ai Chi $

1:30 Decoding Symbols $

9:45 60+ Fitness $ 10:00 Evergreen Group 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Parkinson’s Group 1:00 Scrabble

1:00 Ping Pong 1:45 ESL

2:45 Yoga-Beginner $

9:30 Money Matters 10:00 Jewelry Making $

12:00 Lunch & Lecture –College Planning 12:00 Strength Training $

1:30 World Affairs

9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:45 60+ Fitness $

10:00 Computer & Technology Group 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $

1:00 Friendship Group 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 Bridge 1:30 T’ai Chi $

1:30 Chronic Pain Class Sign Up for March programs begins February 25th

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9:30 Yoga for Health –Intermediate $ 10:00 Friday Fitness $

12:00 Memoir Writing $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 BINGO $ 1:15 Current Events 6

Stretch & Bend

Computer & Technology Group Chronic Pain Info Session

Lex Café’ $

9:00 Fix-It Shop

9:00 Advanced Quilting $ 10:00 Zentangles $ 10:00 Five Wishes 10:00 SHINE

10:00 BP Senior Center 12:00 Strength Training $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Caregivers Support Group 1:00 Beginner Quilting $ 1:30 Line Dancing $

9:30 Yoga for Health-Intermediate $ 10:00 Friday Fitness $

12:00 Memoir Writing $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 BINGO $ 1:15 Current Events

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COA Meet & Greet

Computer & Technology Group Lex Café’ $

Friendship Group

Decoding Symbols $

9:00 Fix-It-Shop 10:00 Zentangles $ 10:00 Five Wishes 10:00 SHINE

10:00 BP Countryside 12:00 Strength Training $ 12:00 St. Patrick’s Lunch $ 1:30 FREE Line Dancing

12:00 Memoir Writing $

12:00 Lunch with Town Manager 1:00 Ping Pong

1:00 BINGO $ 1:15 Current Events

20 Stretch & Bend

Senator Donnelly

Computer & Technology Group Lex Café’ $

Decoding Symbols $

21 8:45 Podiatry $

9:00 Parker Maple Sugar Barn TRIP $ 9:00 Stretch & Bend

10:00 Zentangles $ 1000 Five Wishes 9:00 Fix-It-Shop 9:30 FCOA Meeting 10:00 SHINE 10:00 BP Greeley 12:00 Strength Training $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:30 Line Dancing $

9:30 Yoga for Health–Intermediate $ 10:00 Friday Fitness $

12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 BINGO $ 1:15 Current Events

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Computer & Technology Group Lex Café $

Friendship Group

Chronic Pain Class

9:00 Fix-It-Shop 10:00 Zentangles $

9:30 Safe Driving Program 10:00 SHINE

10:00 BP Vynebrooke 12:00 Strength Training $ 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:30 Line Dancing $

12:00 Memoir Writing 12:00 Lunch-Lex Café $ 1:00 Ping Pong 1:00 BINGO $ 1:15 Current Events Sign Up for March programs begins February 25th

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Windowpane Shop Hours

9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Weekdays

Accepting donations of like-new clothing, jewelry and small gift items on

Mondays & Fridays.

Fix-It Shop

Open Thursdays 9:00 to Noon

Do you have small items around the house that need repair? If so, this is your time! Bring them to the Fix- It Shop. You will have a fast response with the best

workmanship imaginable!

Senior Center hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Trip Policy

Accommodations: If you require special seating please inform us upon registration for the trip.

Departure: The bus will leave 5 minutes after scheduled departure time Return: Bus will leave 5 minutes after announced scheduled departure time Itinerary Subject to Change upon discretion of the tour guide.

Trip reservations can be made by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Reservations cannot be made by phone.

Make checks payable to Town of Lexington. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds or cancellations made only if the vacancy is filled. If you have any questions about trips, please contact Phyllis Rand at 781-861-0194

TRIP SIGN-UP FORM

Please complete this form and enclose payment. Checks payable to the Town of Lexington Mail to: Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Mass Ave. Lexington, MA 02420

NAME………..PHONE………

ADDRESS………CELL PHONE:………..

CITY……….EMAIL………

TRIP NAME……….

Trips

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Thursday, March 21^th Cost - $59

We will travel to Parker’s Maple Barn (set in 1800’s dairy barn) in Mason, NH for an authentic Maple Sugar Feast of two scrambled eggs with bacon, pan- cakes with sausages, maple sugar, and your choice of beverage. After lunch it’s on to Merrimack, NH to tour the Anheuser Busch Brewery, home of the famous Clydesdale Horses. You will be able to see the horses close up and enjoy Brewery samples.

Depart 9 a.m.; return 5 p.m.

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Wednesday, March 6^th Cost -$20

Everyone will enjoy their visit in the IKEA store; there are hundreds of inspirational displays - from realistic room settings to real-life homes. When you visit the IKEA store, make sure to stop by the Restaurant for a meal, a snack or just a quick cup of coffee. Our restaurants welcome you with a relaxing atmosphere and menu offers that satisfy most every taste at a price that satisfies every budget. Of course we’re famous for our Swedish meatballs and Lingon- berry drink! “Lunch is on your own.” This trip requires walking. Space is limited.

We will also stop at the Christmas Tree Shop.

Depart 9 a.m.; Return 3 p.m.

(Trip leaves from the Senior Center)

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Nancy Adler, Chair * Gerry Howell, Vice Chair * Betty Borghesani Carroll Ann Bottino * Marilyn Campbell * Camille Goodwin * Sophia Ho

Harry Mackay * Barbara Rediker

The COA Board meets monthly at the Lexington Senior Center. The March meeting is scheduled for Wednesday

March 6^th from 3 to 4:30 pm. Working in collaboration with Human Services staff, the COA advocates for Lexington seniors and advises the Town Manager on policy

issues. The COA Board invites you to attend.

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Jane Trudeau, President * Shirley Buck * Janice Kennedy Mickey Khazam * Leo McSweeney * Julie Miller * Susan O’Keefe

Eleanor Smith * Carol Snell * Shirley Stoltz * Lorraine Marquis

The “Friends” are a non-profit organization that provides advocacy and monetary support for many senior programs,

trips, special meals and services. They meet at the Senior Center at 9:30 am on the 3^rd Thursday of every month. Please join us! If you would like to make a donation to the FCOA, you will find donation envelopes at

the Senior Center.

Senior Center News

Community News

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Monday, March 11^th at 1:15 p.m. at Cary Memorial Library (Meeting Room) The program entitled, The Yankee Divi- sion, the 26th Infantry Division in WWI will be presented by Dan Leclerc.

.*5#NWOPK.WPEJ)GV6QIGVJGTō%QUV Monday, March 4^th - 12 noon at the Senior Center Join your classmates for lunch. We plan to meet once a month. All classes are invited. The classes of ‘47 and ‘49 will be represented. Make reservations at 781-861-0194.

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The Minuteman Cane continues its tradition of honoring a Lexington senior citizen. Nomination forms are available at: Lexington Minuteman Publications Office (9 Merriam St.), Theatre Pharmacy, Lexington Senior Center, Michel- son’s Shoes and the Lexington Town Hall Clerk’s Office.

Candidates must have lived in Lexington for 15+ years;

must be at least 80 years old; must be actively involved in the community and must be an inspiration to others. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2013. Completed forms are to be submitted to the Lexington Senior Center, c/o Minuteman Cane Committee.

.GZKPIVQP%QOOWPKV['FWECVKQP%QWTUGU Memoir Writing: March 1 – April 12 12:00-1:30 Decoding Symbols: March 13 and 20 1:30-3:00 Preregistration and payment by calling Lexington Community Education at 781-862-8043.

/WPTQG%GPVGTHQTVJG#TVU5GPKQT#TVU%QWTUGU Jewelry Making: Tuesdays, March 5-26 ^th from 10:00- 11:30 a.m. (Senior Center)

Zentangles: Thursdays, March 7-28^th from 10:00-11:30 a.m. (Senior Center)

Ceramics: Wednesdays, March 6-27 ^th from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

(Munroe Center for the Arts)

Register and pay for any of the 3 above courses by calling Barbara Simkowski at the Munroe Center at 781-862-6040.

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The show and tell seminars will feature demonstrations of the latest websites and devices. No computer experience is necessary. Questions are encouraged!

Seminars will be led by members of the Cary Memorial Library Teen Advisory Board. Each class will be held from 4-5 p.m. in the library’s large meeting room.

Monday, March 4: Computer Basics Tuesday, March 5: Microsoft Word Processor

Wednesday, March 6: Facebook , Twitter and Social Networking Sites

Thursday, March 7: Digital Cameras and Photos Friday, March 8: IPads and Tablets

The seminars are free, but you must register for each class you plan to attend. Please register starting Friday, Feb- ruary 15^th by calling the Cary Library Reference Desk at 781-862-6288 x250.

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Wednesday March 13^th 10:00 to 11:30 AM The COA invites you to join them for coffee, re- freshments and conversation in the Muzzey Senior Center

Dining Room. They will update the status of a new Com- munity/Senior center and be available to talk with you about the ongoing work and projects of the board. Please

sign up by calling 781-861-0194.

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Volunteers are needed for the receptionist desk, kitchen and Meals on Wheels. Please

call Paula McGlynn at 781-861-0194 if you can help out.

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• Enrichment

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• Fun

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• Guaranteed private room availability with pre-scheduling

• Preferred room choice

• Pre-admission insurance checks in advance

• Collaboration with your orthopedic surgeon Please call for your pre-book Ortho reservation at 781-778-3624.

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Senior Center Meals

Lunch Monday –Friday, 11:45 a.m. To make a reservation or cancellation please call Despina at 781-861-0194

by 10 a.m. the previous day. Weekly menus can be found in the Lexington Minuteman or at the Senior Center.

Suggested donation is $3. Menus are subject to change. Meals provided by Minuteman Senior Services.

Lunch with Town Manager– Carl Valente

Friday, March 15th from 12 p.m.– 1p.m.

Carl encourages seniors to bring any questions and concerns to him at this time

Newsletter

The Senior Center newsletter will be sent out automatically by mail to Lexington residents age 65 and over. For others who wish to receive the newsletter, it can be picked up at Town Hall, Cary Library and at the Lexington Senior Center. Please help us reduce postage costs and the amount of paper used to print the newsletter by receiv- ing the newsletter electronically. Please follow the directions below:

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In the left-hand column click on “Town Government”

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Click on “Departments”

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Go to the YELLOW menu at the top of the page and click on “News & Events”

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Click on “Join our Email Lists”

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Go down the list and click on the publications you would like to receive

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