Sudbury Senior Center Upcoming Events

Information via Sudbury Council on Aging

Fall 2 Fitness Sessions Registration Period

Please note: Fall 2 Fitness Sessions Registration period begins on October 21 and ends on November 1st. All payments for Session 2 Fitness Classes are due by November 1st. Most sessions will start on Monday November 4th. To register, please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443- 3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Pizza and Improv Games

Grab a slice of pizza and get ready to give your wits a workout with some hilarious games! This event is hosted by Julie Nowak (she/any), the LGBTQIA+ Initiative Coordinator at Springwell. All are welcome. This event will be held on Friday, October 18th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. To register, call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Home and Fire Safety Talk with Sudbury Fire Department – Lunch and Learn

Join us at the Senior Center for a delicious lunch and stay for an informative talk given by Captain Alex Gardner and Captain Stephen Glidden from the Sudbury Fire Department. Learn about fire safety in the home and some of the programs designed to assist you with improving home safety. The event will be held on Monday, October 21st from 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM. To register, please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443- 3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Social Media: What you should know

Tuesday, October 22 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Come learn about the major social media applications.

You will learn what they are used for and how companies use them. Bring your questions and/or comments to this lively discussion. To register, contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443- 3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Finding books and building your digital library

This class will teach you how to use the Books app on your iPhone and iPad to find books and read them on your devices. Class will be offered on Tuesday, October 29th from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. To register, please call the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443- 3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Fall Fest

Come join us for a Fall Fest where you can delight in apple cider donuts, apple cider, and all kinds of other tricks and treats! The event will take place on Wednesday October 30th from 2:00 PM -3:00PM Register by calling the Sudbury Senior Center at (978)443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us .

Wellness Lab

Inspiring series featuring exercise in mindfulness, breath work and a ten-minute meditation.

Instructed by Lisa Campbell. Fall 2 sessions start on November 6 and end on December 18. This class meets on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 PM and this session will run for 6 weeks (No class on Nov. 27). The fee for the class is $30.00. Please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Strength and Balance

This is a great class for increasing your strength, balance and flexibility. It is marked safe for beginners. Instructor Derry Tanner is a retired nurse and certified personal trainer. Please note: Fall 2 sessions for this class will be running for 4 weeks. The session begins on Thursday, November 21 and ends on Thursday, December 19. Class time is 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM and class fee is $24.00. As a reminder, registration period for Fall 2 classes run from October 21st to November 1st. Class fee are due by November 1st. Contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at sudbury@senior.ma.us

Zumba Gold

Zumba Gold is a fun cardio class with low impact movements that are gentle on your joints. This class is offered on both Tuesdays and on Thursdays. The Tuesday sessions have a new start time of 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, while Thursday session remain unchanged and run from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. Instructed by Yachun Lin. Both Tuesday and Thursday sessions are 8 weeks long and the fee for each session is $48.00. To register, please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Tap Dance

Join our fun tap dancing class led by instructor Susan Craver who has been teaching fitness classes for over 28 years. Fall 2 session for this class starts on November This is a 6-week session and the fee for the class is $36.00. There are no classes on October 10 and 17. Please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Drums Alive

Drums Alive is a unique sensory-motor drumming program involving drumsticks, exercise balls and music. It’s specially designed for older adults. This seated class will raise your energy, body and mind through neurological pathways. Fall 2 sessions start on November 7th and are held on Thursdays from 2:30 – 3:25 PM. This session is a 6-week session with a class fee of $36.00.

Walk in Tech Help

The Senior Center is offering Walk-in Tech Help on Thursdays in September from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM. Do you have a quick question about your phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Tech Volunteer Patrick C. is here to help! No appointment needed — just bring your device and charger.

Sudbury Desi Senior Chai & Chat

A meet up for South Asian Americans to connect with each other. Everyone is welcome to join us for tea, conversations and camaraderie. Drop-in if you’re interested in joining. Come meet your neighbors!

Next meeting to be held on Thursday, October 31 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Drop-In Ping Pong

Play Ping Pong every Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM the Sudbury Senior Center. First come first serve. Stop by to play and sharpen your reflexes and have fun at the same time. All are welcome to join in. Sign-in at the front desk.

Pathway’s Coffee Hour

The Pathway’s Coffee Hour takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2:00 PM at the Sudbury Senior Center. Springwell is delighted to host a monthly Pathways Coffee Hour where members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies can gather in person to enjoy coffee, pastries, conversation and community! Feel free to drop in any time! For information, contact Julie Nowak, jnowak@springwell.com or call 508-573-7288 (confidential voicemail). Sign up by calling the Sudbury Senior Center at 978-443-3055.

Sudbury Senior Trips 2024

The Reagle Music Theatre “Christmas Time” with lunch at The Chateau. Join us on this last day trip of the 2024; for a delightful day excursion to Waltham, MA where you will have a delicious lunch at The Chateau in Waltham before a Christmas Show that is sure to get you in the Holiday Spirit! The group will enjoy a 2:00pm performance of the Reagle Music Theatre’s 2024 edition of “Christmas Time”. This trip includes transportation, reserved seats at the theatre, lunch, taxes and gratuities. Departure will be from the Sudbury Senior Center at 10:30AM. Estimated time of return is 5:00PM. For additional information, please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at (978) 443-3055 or via email at senior@sudbury.ma.us

Circle of Friends and Caregiver Support Group

The Sudbury Senior Center partners with Orchard Hill Assisted Living to offer a community engagement program for persons with dementia, providing activities and socialization, while their care partners attend a monthly Support Group. The Caregiver Support Group is hosted by Facilitator Susan Maki and runs concurrently. The programs are held on the first Tuesday of the month from 2:00-3:30 PM at Orchard Hill Assisted Living. Space is limited and registration is required by leaving a message for Janet Lipkin, Coordinator of Volunteer Programs, at 978-639-3223 or email at lipkinj@sudbury.ma.us.

Low Vision Support Group

We are happy to share that our low vision participants will be meeting in person at the Senior Center. The group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1:00 PM. You must sign-up in advance by calling the Sudbury Senior Center at 978-443-3055.

Legal Clinic

Will now be offered at the Sudbury Senior Center on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 1:00-3:00 PM. Free 20 minutes legal meeting are available in-person or via a phone call. Please contact the Senior Center at 978-443-3055 or senior@sudbury.ma.us to sign up for a time slot. Our Volunteer Elder Law Attorneys are: Denise Yurkofsky, Bowditch Attorneys, Framingham; Samantha Gentel, Esq., Generations Law Group, Sudbury; and Christine Boutin, Mirick, O'Connell, DeMallie & Lougee, LLP, Worcester.

Walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic

Katie Betts is our new Board of Health nurse. She will be at the Sudbury Senior Center on Thursdays, from 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Stop by to get your blood pressure checked weekly. The nurse is available to talk to you about your health concerns.

Current Events – Hybrid group

Please feel free to join the group for a respectful discussion of world events where each person has an opportunity to contribute. Group meets every Thursday on-site and via Zoom from 10:00—12:00 PM. A confidential zoom link will be emailed to you. Please register by emailing Chery Finley at finleyc@sudbury.ma.us or call 978-443-3055.

Chess for All

The chess group meets on Wednesdays from 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. All ages are invited and encourage to play. Have you always wanted to learn how to play? Now is your chance. Our Group leader Dick Gariepy will provide low key beginner instructions. This is a drop-in class for all levels whether you are experienced or just beginning. Join this friendly group.

Stamp Club

Would you be interested in meeting other stamp collectors? Do you want to share your collection with other philatelists or sell and buy some stamps? Did you collect when you were young and have now retired and thinking of starting up collecting again? If you have a stamp collection collecting dust in the attic, we will gladly take it off your hands. The Sudbury Senior Center Stamp club meets at 10:00 AM on the 2nd Monday of every month. We will meet in Room 2. Please join us.

Please note: Due to the Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Columbus Day) Holiday falling on October 14, the next Stamp Club meeting will occur on Monday, October 21 at 10:00 AM.

Sudbury Connection Van Trip to Target

Get ready to go shopping at Target in Marlboro on second Monday of the month. Pick up time is 11:30 AM and you will be able to shop from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Pick up times are approximate. If you are a registered Van Rider, please contact the MWRTA Reservation Center to schedule your Target trip at 508-820-4650.

New participants must register to ride the van by contacting Debra Galloway at 978-639-3266 or Gallowayd@sudbury.ma.us.

Sudbury Senior Center Grief Support Group

A Grief Support group will meet monthly on the first Tuesday of the month from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. All are welcome. Registration is required by calling Janet Lipkin, Coordinator of Volunteer Programs, at 978-639-3223 or Lipkinj@sudbury.ma.us. Group facilitator is Jane Benger, Chaplain at Faith & Family Hospice. Please contact the Sudbury Senior Center to sign up at 978-443-3055 or email senior@sudbury.ma.us. Please note: Due to Election Day on November 5th, this group will meet on the following Tuesday, November 12th from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Sudbury Connection Van Service

The Sudbury Connection Wheelchair Accessible Van Service, offered in conjunction with the Metro West Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA), operates Monday-Friday, five (5) days a week (excluding holidays) from 8:45 - 4:00 PM (last pickup at 3:30PM). Residents 60 years of age and older, as well as residents who have a disability are eligible for this service. If you would like to register, please contact the Senior Center for an application or go to: https://sudbury.ma.us/transportation/documents/ to access the application form directly. Van fees are $1.00 in town rides each way; $2.00 for out-of- town rides each way. If you have any questions or need further information regarding transportation, please call Debra Galloway at 978-639-3266 or Gallowayd@sudbury.ma.us

Making Memories Café

Attend the Memory Café at the Sudbury Senior Center on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 PM. Bring your loved ones with memory loss to enjoy refreshment, uplifting entertainment or an activity and companionship with others. These events are perfect opportunities for you to take a break, socialize with other family caregivers and simply enjoy spending time with your loved one. This café is sponsored by Bridges by Epoch of Sudbury and meets once a month. Please contact the Sudbury Senior Center to verify date and to sign up at 978-443-3055 or email senior@sudbury.ma.us.

Cribbage

Experienced cribbage players will meet on Mondays from 10:00 – 12:00 PM. Bring your board if you have one. To sign up, please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at 978-443-3055 or email

Intermediate Bridge

Players will meet on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 3:30 PM. Marilyn Tromer is the group leader. To sign up, please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at 978-443-3055.

Uber Technology Support

We are excited to offer Uber Tech support by phone, remotely or in-person. The Senior Center’s Technology Support Volunteers will assist eligible clients with issues relating to how to download and use the Uber application on their smartphone for use in the subsidized Go Sudbury! Uber Program.

This support is by appointment only. If you are interested in having the new Uber Guide emailed to you or want to register for a one-on-one consultation, please contact the Sudbury Senior Center at 978-443-3055. Due to limited availability, this program is for Sudbury residents.

Senior Center Email List!

To receive the Sudbury Senior Center newsletter and updates via email - go to the town website at https://www.sudbury.ma.us. Click on “Email Lists” then “Email Groups”. Enter your name and email address, click on “Senior Center News and Information”. Please email or call the Senior Center if you no longer need the paper copy. We are also happy to help you sign up for Emergency Notifications, just contact us at 978-443-3055 or email