Sudbury Senior Center Releases 'The Skeptic's Guide to American History: Part Two'

From Sudbury Senior Center:

Last fall, our history course enjoyed the lectures of Mark A. Stoler, professor emeritus of history at the University of Vermont, who contended that much of what we think we know about American history is mythical and mistaken. This fall, the Sudbury Senior Center is showing the second half of this thought-provoking series which will highlight the 20th century. The lectures will take place from Sept.14 to Dec. 7 from 9:30-11 a.m., with no class on Oct. 12 and Nov. 23. There is no charge for the course, although an extensive outline that includes all the lectures will be available for a fee of $10. So that we know how many copies to order, please indicate whether you will purchase an outline when you sign up for the class. The deadline to order the outline is Wednesday, Aug. 31. Additional copies will not be ordered after the class begins. Please call the Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 to sign up.

Caring Café - Meet Me at the Movies

Please join us for a one-of-a-kind film experience, designed specifically for people living with memory loss and their loved ones at the Sudbury Senior Center on Friday, Aug. 5 from 9-11 a.m. We will show short clips from classic films and television followed by audience discussion and reminiscence guided by a moderator. This program is jointly sponsored by Pleasantries Adult Day Care, Traditions of Wayland, Right at Home, Hearthstone at New Horizons and the Sudbury Senior Center. This program is free and all are welcome, but seating may be limited. Please RSVP to wecare@thehearth.org.

Upcoming Exercise classes

Watch for information on the new fall sessions of Better Bones, Senior Strength, Tai Chi, Yoga for Living Well, Fit for the Future and Tap Dance – beginning in September.

Cancer Support group

Nancy Gaulin, Psy.D., of Facing Cancer and Anne Manning, LMHC, will offer a cancer support group on Mondays, beginning in August, 12:30-2 p.m. at the Sudbury Senior Center. This group will run through the summer. This program is a support group for people who are living with a cancer diagnosis. In a warm, supportive and safe community, we explore the challenges of living with cancer. Together, we find ways to support one another and cope with multiple life changes and managing uncertainty. Please call Anne Manning for more information at (978) 443-3055.

World’s Greatest Paintings DVD Series

The Sudbury Senior Center will be showing “World’s Greatest Paintings DVD Series” on the following Mondays: July 25, Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Stop by with your brown bag lunch at 12:30 p.m. The DVD will start at 1-2 p.m. (two 30-minute lectures). This series will discuss some of the most significant painting in Western Art taking you from the 14th century to the 20th, distinguished art historian and veteran Great Courses’ Professor William Kloss reveals a group of works that rank among the greatest paintings ever made. Please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 to sign up.

Teen Tech

We have added additional Teen Tech sessions on Tuesdays during the summer beginning, July 12–Aug. 23, from 1-3:45 p.m. Stop by to learn all about the new Senior Center website and to get technical help creating a login ID on Eventbrite so you can sign up for future programs being offered at the Sudbury Senior Center. Please call the Sudbury Senior Center to make an appointment at (978) 443-3055.

Paintings for Sale

Sudbury Senior Center’s watercolor class recently painted pictures of 50 different “African Animals.” Twenty-five of these paintings are currently on display at the Goodnow Library. Prints of the paintings have been made and are currently for sale in 11x14 mats and in postcard format. The proceeds support “The Friends of Sudbury Seniors.” Please stop by the Goodnow Library to view this exhibit.

FISH Volunteer Medical Transportation

F.I.S.H. needs drivers. F.I.S.H. (Friends in Services Helping) is a volunteer organization that provides transportation for Sudbury residents to medical appointments when their family and friends are not available. The volunteer drivers are under no obligation to accept any assignment unless it fits with their schedules. There is no monthly or weekly requirement. F.I.S.H. is a great way to help your neighbors in need. If you are willing to become a driver, please call Ed Gottmann at (978) 443-9233 or Jane Graham at (978) 443-1813.

Jimmy Lehoux Band and The Turkey Train

On Wednesday, Oct. 19, join Sudbury Senior Trips and take a ride on the “Turkey Train” from Meredith, NH while enjoying the Fall foliage. Have lunch and matinee of the Jimmy Lehoux Band, a fun time of “New England” goes country.” Day trip includes motor coach to New Hampshire. Please stop by the Sudbury Senior Center for more detailed information.

Pizza and a Movie

Pizza will be served at noon, and the movie starts at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday afternoons during July and August at the Sudbury Senior Center. We are also showing a child friendly movie How to Train Your Dragon. The play list is as follows: Burnt on Aug. 4, Doctor Zhivago on Aug. 11. Children are welcome on Aug. 18 and “East Side Sushi” on Aug. 25. Please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 to order your pizza by 10 a.m. on the day of the movie

Get the Sudbury Senior Scene Newsletter by Email

Did you know the “Friends of Sudbury Seniors” spend about $1,000 per month mailing the newsletter? If you would you like to receive our monthly newsletter via email, go to the Town of Sudbury website, and click on the “Subscribe” box in the upper right corner of the screen. Please contact Claire Wigandt via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us to remove yourself from the paper mailing list – include your address. This will save the “Friends of Sudbury Seniors” from paying the postage for the paper copy each month.

Foxwoods Trip

The 2016 Foxwoods trips will continue on a quarterly basis with Deanna Sklenak and Ron Ragno organizing and promoting them. Please sign up early so that we can be sure to have enough participants to cover the bus fee. The next trip is on Nov. 7. You may sign up as early as two months before the trip. Please stop by or call the Sudbury Senior Center for more information at (978) 443-3055. The cost of the trip is $26, which includes transportation and the following casino coupons: $10 food/buffet voucher and $10 slot play.

Friday at the Movies

Relax on Friday afternoons with a movie at the Sudbury Senior Center. All movies are shown on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. We are currently showing Youth on Aug. 5 and Lady in the Van on Aug. 12, “Creed Friday” on Aug. 19 and Joy on Aug. 26. Please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 to sign up for the movie. Due to available and condition of DVD rentals, movies may have to be substituted.

Medical Equipment Loan Closet

The Senior Center Medical Equipment Loan Closet is available for those in need of medical equipment such as shower chairs, walkers, canes, commodes, transfer benches and wheelchairs. The Sudbury Senior Center can provide the item on loan for as long as it is needed at no cost. We also welcome donations of clean, gently used equipment in particular we are in need of wheelchairs, transport chairs, shower chairs and four-wheeled walkers. Please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 for more information.

The 2016 Great Rivers of Europe Tour

Please join Sudbury Senior Trips on a 16-day river cruise leaving from Amsterdam on Oct. 7. You will travel by boat through Amsterdam, Germany and Austria with 11 stops along the way. Trip includes: 14 nights aboard the ship, all meals, 11 tours, exclusive discovery series events, port charges and more. Please stop by or call the Sudbury Senior Center for a trip brochure at (978) 443-3055.

Tax Work-off Program

Applications are now available for the Sudbury Senior and Veterans Tax Work-off Program at the Sudbury Senior Center. Eligible Sudbury seniors or veterans may be able to work in a town department and “earn” a tax abatement for the following year. This year, there are seniors and veterans working at the town clerk’s office, the Sudbury Senior Center, the IT Department, DPW and the Sudbury Public Schools.
They are particularly in need of workers at the Put ‘n’ Take. Veterans should submit a copy of their discharge papers with their application. All applications should be delivered to: Sudbury Senior Center, Tax Work-off Program, 40 Fairbank Rd., Sudbury, 01776. Should you have a question about the program, please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or email senior@sudbury.ma.us.

Cards and Games!

Join us for the ultimate brain games at the Sudbury Senior Center on Tuesdays (Cribbage, 9-11:30 a.m., and Bridge, 12:30-3:30 p.m.), Wednesdays (Canasta, 1-3 p.m.) Fridays (Bingo, 9:30-11:30 a.m.) If you have any questions or need more information, please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055.

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