Fall/Winter Programs 2008-2009
The following activities and programs are hosted by the Council on Aging. Unless otherwise noted, they are intended for those 60 years of age and older.
THANKSGIVING EXTRAVAGANZA
Date: November 20th, 11:00 a.m.
The seventh annual Salem High School Thanksgiving Extravaganza will be held at the school’s auditorium on Willson Street. Entertainment will be provided by the SHS String and Jazz Band and Chorus, as well as by the Council on Aging’s “Goldentones.” Guests will feast on a traditional Thanksgiving dinner prepared by the students. As always, the highlight of the dinner will be the lively conversation between students and seniors dining together. Transportation will be provided. For information and to sign up, call Lynne Barrett in November, at 978-744-0924, ext. 15.
THANKSGIVING DINNER AT THE MOOSE FAMILY CENTER
Date: Thursday, Nov. 27
For more information and to sign up, call the Senior Center, 978-744-0924, after Thursday, Nov. 1.
CARMEN THOMPSON VARIETY SHOW
Date: Thursday, Dec. 4, 5-8 p.m
The fifth annual Carmen Thompson Variety show will be held Thursday, Dec. 4, 5-8 p.m., at the Senior Center. Once again we will create a “theatre in the round” in the dining room. Holiday punch, along with an assortment of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres will be served in a separate room before the show. Coffee and pastries will be served at intermission. The Variety Show is dedicated to Carmen Thompson, former musical director of the Goldentones, chairperson of the COA Advisory Board, a volunteer and supportive friend of the COA. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Senior Center.
REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
Date: Thursday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m
The seventh annual Candle-Lighting and Remembrance Service will be held Thursday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m. The gathering is held to remember dear friends and family members no longer with us. Music will be presented by the Goldentones. Twelve candles will be lit, each representing a month of the year. A memorial DVD of various friends and family members will be shown. Anyone wishing to include a love one on the DVD may bring a picture to Lynne Barrett no later than Thursday, Nov. 19. The cost is $2 per picture. To include the name of a loved one for the ceremony, call Lynne Barrett, 978-744-0924.
RING IN THE NEW YEAR 2009
Date: January 14th
Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 noon
Fee: $5.00 per ticket
The Council on Aging will host a cocktail brunch with entertainment by Renee Belanger and the "Still Vertical Trio" to celebrate the new year. Mayor Kim Driscoll will stop by for a New Year's greeting, along with music, dancing, food and fun. The menu will include mini quiches, muffins, fresh fruits, juice and coffee.
TANNER CITY IDOLS
Date: December 18th
Time: 4:00-7:00 p.m
Fee: $5.00 per ticket
The 2008 Tanner City Idols will be the featured performers Thursday, Dec. 18, 4-7 p.m., at the Senior Center, 5 Broad St. This concert is a perfect gift to give yourself during the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Enjoy the peace and merriment of a good old-fashioned holiday celebration. We promise the evening will end early and get you in the spirit so you can enjoy completing those last-minute holiday preparations. The show will begin at 5 p.m. Light appetizers and refreshments will be served 4 to 4:45 p.m. The Tanner City Idols will perform Christmas songs from the past and present. We encourage singing along and dancing, if you wish. The TCI members are from all over the state of Massachusetts and range in age from 10 to 64. Tickets are $5 and are on sale at the Senior Center. Sign up with Lynne
Barrett.
Pizza Party's 2009
Mark your calenders for the 2009 "Pizza parties with Pete Saran and Dick Gerard!" All parties are Thursday nights from 4:00-7:00pm and tickets are $8.00. Tickets go on sale a month before the party. Purchase tickets with Lynne Barrett.
Thursday, Febuary 19th
Thursday, April 4th
Thursday, May 14th
Thursday, June 25th
Thursday, August 6th
Thursday, September 17th
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
WITH PAULA BEAULIEU
Date: Session II, Friday, Nov. 21 to Dec. 19
Time: 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Fee: $12 per class, includes supplies
Have you always wanted to paint but thought you weren’t creative or couldn’t paint like the masters? Learn to reconnect with and express your own innate creativity in a supportive atmosphere where you can learn to be more in touch with the child you once were. Paula Beaulieu is a certified art educator and artist. She has been a painter of watercolors for more than 25 years. There is a minimum of nine and maximum of 15 participants needed to run the class. Sign up with Lynne Barrett, 978-744-0924, ext. 15.
CAROLING
Seniors are invited to a performance of Christmas carols by the seventh- and eighth-graders at the Nathanial Bowditch School Friday, Dec. 19, 10-10:30 p.m.
SPECIAL TRIPS IN 2009
FEBRUARY
12: “It’s Showtime at Spinelli’s,” with Mel Simons.
Transportation not included; $45 per person.
MARCH
17: Irish Show, with Dennis O’Gorman, Danversport Yacht Club. Transportation not included; $45 p.p.
APRIL
9: “Sweet Magic A Capella,” at Angelica’s.
Transportation not included; $45 per person.
AUGUST
18: One-Stop Cruise, Lunch & Shop. The Cheesecake Factory and the Charles River Boat Company. Shopping and browsing at 120 stores at CambridgeSide Galleria; $85 per person, includes everything
CASINO DAYS
Motor coach departs 7 a.m., from South Harbor Parking Garage, Congress St., Salem; returns at approx. 7:30 p.m.
FOXWOODS; Cost includes $10 food, $15 Keno play.
Thursday, Jan. 29, $24 per person
Thursday, Feb. 26, $24 per person
Thursday, March 26, $24 per person
Thursday, May 21, $26 per person
Thursday, June 18, $26 per person
Thursday, July 30, $26 per person
Thursday, Sept. 24, $26 per person
Thursday, Oct. 22, $26 per person
MOHEGAN SUN; Cost includes $10 food, two $5 bets.
Thursday, April 23, $26 per person
Thursday, Aug. 27, $26 per person
SALEM HISTORY BOOK FOR SALE
For more than two years, a dedicated group of seniors, under the direction of Linda Conrad, has been sharing their personal perspective of the changes that have taken place in Salem during their lifetimes. Drawing on their memories, they have written "Personal Perspectives of a Changing Salem," a poignant, sometimes humorous, always insightful book. You may purchase the book for $12.00 at Salem Council on Aging.
HAPPY LUNCH BUNCH
Age: 60 and older
Date: To be announced, monthly
Fee: Free
Participants will meet at a different Salem restaurant each month. This program is designed to promote Salem businesses, while guests enjoy a wonderful and affordable social activity. The restaurant of the month designs a specific menu for the group, which includes entrée, dessert, tax and gratuity. Reservations and prepayment are required. For information, or to suggest local dining destinations, call Lynne Barrett at 978-744-0924
PODIATRIST
Dr. Wayne McCullough will offer podiatry services the first and third Thursdays of each month from 10 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Senior Center. Call 978-744-0924 for an appointment. The fee is $25.00. Dr. McCullough will also make house calls on Mondays. For information you may call 978-549-6818.
WRITER’S GROUP
Date: Every other Monday
Time: 2-3:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Participants meet at the Senior Center to talk about writing and share their work, with an emphasis on putting memories of Salem into words.
Instructor: Linda Conrad
MAH-JONGG
Date: Mondays
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Fee: Free
Adults are invited to try their hand at this ancient game that requires skill, coupled with fortune and wit.
Instructors: Jan Corbett, Pauline Stevens, Mary Dionne
CREATIVE STITCHERY
Date: Tuesdays starting September 23, for ten weeks.
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Fee: $25
Anyone who wants to learn a new stitching skill is welcomed to this class, which includes counted cross stitch, crewel embroidery, needlepoint, Brazilian embroidery, ribbon embroidery, hard anger, Assissi embroidery, etc. A short recess will take place in the month of December; classes will resume in January 2009.
BASIC BALLROOM DANCING
Date: Thursdays
Time: 6-7 p.m.; optional warm-up at 5:45 p.m.
Fee: $50 per person
Participants will take their first steps toward learning the waltz, foxtrot, swing, rumba, cha-cha and tango. This class is held at the Senior Center and is open to the public. Singles and couple are welcome.
Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo
BRIDGE
Fun, friendly games of bridge are held Fridays, 12:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. Players are needed and newcomers are encouraged to join in.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Age: 60 and older
Date: Last Tuesday of each month
Time: 11 a.m.
Birthday celebrants get a free lunch at the Senior Center. The party features entertainment, a 50/50 raffle, cake, cards and singing. Call no later than a week before the party to register for lunch and/or to sign up for transportation.
CHAIR YOGA
Age: 60 and older
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 9:15 a.m.
Fee: $3 per class
Participants will enjoy the benefits of yoga with the use of a chair. Classes will be held at the Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo
GENTLE EXERCISE
Age: 60 and older
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Participants will enjoy the benefits of exercise at a low-stress level. Classes will be held at the Senior Center, 5 Broad St.
Instructor: Bonnie Peruffo
LINE DANCING
Date: Mondays
Time: 1:30 p.m.; beginners welcome at 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Suggested donation of $1
Get yourself in line at the Senior Center and enjoy some upbeat steps to familiar music that’s sure to please.
Instructor: Doris Bourque
TAP DANCING
Date: Mondays
Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Fee: Suggested donation of $5
Click up your heels with lively, rhythmic steps that turns performers into percussive musician, as well as dancers.
Instructor: Anne McHugh
TAI CHI
Date: Fridays
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
A t’ai chi group, under the direction of Ben Hernando, will meet at the Senior Center. Variations of t’ai chi are well known as the slow-motion routines that groups of people practice every morning in parks across China. It is intended to teach awareness of one’s own balance and an appreciation of one’s ability to moderate extremes of behavior and attitude, at both mental and physical levels.
Instructor: Ben Hernando
BINGO
Age: 6-12 and senior citizens
Date: Thursdays during February and April school vacations
Time: 1-2:30 p.m.Fee: $1Participants, young and old, will enjoy an afternoon of bingo. Pre-registration is required.
SENIOR DAY AT THE BLACK CAT CAFÉ
Date: Tuesdays Senior Day specials are offered every Tuesday in the Black Cat Café at Salem High School, Willson Street. Council on Aging vans will be available to transport anyone interested in dining there. You may get picked up at home or drive to the Senior Center for departure from the parking lot. For those wishing to use a van, call Amy Walsh, 978-744-0924, ext. 19, two business days in advance (no later than Friday for a Tuesday lunch).
COOKBOOK SALE
The Council on Aging is preparing a taste-tempting cookbook, featuring favorite recipes from members of the community. Anyone, regardless of age, can submit a recipe. Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund projects and activities for senior citizens. The cookbook will hold a meeting for all who are interested on Sept. 8th at 2:00pm. Drop off or send your recipes to Lynne Barrett, SCOA, 5 Broad Street, MA 01970, or direct e-mail to her at lbarrett@salem.com.
INTER-GENERATIONAL: The following activities are designed to be shared by children and senior citizens.
KNITTING
Ages: 6-12 and senior citizens
Dates: February and April school vacation week
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $5
Salem seniors will teach knitting to children at the Senior Center, 5 Broad St. At the end of the week participants will celebrate with a luncheon. Pre-registration is required.
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