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Senior Corner
Calendar of events for Douglas Seniors
DAILY ACTIVITIES:
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Monday: Painting class 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Balance & Strength Exercise 10 a.m., Mat Yoga 2 p.m. Tuesday: Cribbage 9:30 a.m., Zumba 9:30 a.m., Bingo & lunch $4.00 11:30 a.m., Technology Class 1 p.m. by appointment only, Jenga 2 p.m. Wednesday: Balance & Strength 10 a.m., MahJong 1 p.m. Thursday: Yoga 9:30 a.m., Hand & Foot cards 1 p.m. Friday: Balance & Strength 10 a.m. ANNOUNCEMENT:
If you need to see a SHINE counselor you may contact the senior center and we can set this up for you.
All daily activities are free of charge. You are welcome to stop in the center anytime to check out an activity. Check our website for events that may not be listed here, https://www.douglas-ma.gov/202/Adult-Social-CenterSenior-Center
DECEMBER EVENTS:
The center will be closed on Monday December 26th and Monday January 2nd. Happy holidays! • BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC
Thursday 12/8 & Monday 12/19 @ 10:00 a.m. • ORNAMENT MAKING
Monday 12/1 @ 11:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served.
No charge for event • WINE BOTTLE DECORATING
Wednesday 12/7 @ 11:30 a.m. Wine Bottle, Paint & Cork will be supplied. Refreshments will be served.
Great for gift giving! • LUNCH & PICTIONARY
Thursday 12/8 @ 11:30 a.m. The Sunsshine Club invites seniors for Lunch, Fun and an afternoon of Game Playing!
Lunch is $5.00 P/P
NOTE: RSVP by Dec 2nd at 508-476-2283. • HOLIDAY PARTY
Thursday 12/15 @ 12 Noon. Come in and enjoy a nice ham luncheon and spread some holiday cheer with friends. Stephen George will provide a fun afternoon of songs & carols. • PICTURE & VIDEO TRANSFORMATION
Wednesday 12/28 @ 11:30 a,m. Come in and learn about how to put your pictures or old videos ont a newer digital formal for viewing.
These activities require you to sign up before the day of the event. Some events are prepaid, you can stop in the center anytime to sign up. You may also call the center to sign up for many events.
If you have any questions please feel free to call the center at 508-476-2283.
The Sutton Historical Society will be participating in the Annual Sutton Chain of Lights Celebration on Saturday, December 3rd, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The trolleys will not be stopping at our location; however, only a visit to the Eight Lots School House, 54 Eight Lots Road, will require your own automobile.
Thought to be one of the oldest oneroom school houses still on its original foundation, it is a gem with a custodian willing to share his in-depth knowledge of this building and its history. Society members will be "firing up" the forge at the M. M. Sherman Blacksmith Shop, 6 Singletary Avenue.
It should be a toasty visit to browse and ask questions about the large collection of blacksmithing and farm tools. In addition to the military history of Sutton, a background on the cotton industry, and a display of Native American arrowheads, The General Rufus Putnam Museum, 4 Uxbridge Road, will be hosting a local metal detecting aficionado who will be displaying many of his amazing Sutton finds. These two locations are a quick walk off of the Sutton Common.
Stop into all three locations to gain a wealth of knowledge about Sutton's rich history. Admission is free.
On Tuesday, December 6th, at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall of the First Congregational Church, 307 Boston Road, members are invited to our annual potluck. This is a fun way to usher in the holidays with your fellow members. Bring your favorite main dish, dessert or beverage to share.
As we bid adieu to 2022, mark your calendars for the Annual Last Night Cannon Firing at the M.M. Sherman Blacksmith Shop, 6 Singletary Ave., on December 31st. Plan to arrive by 11:45 p.m. to watch the crew prepare. An addition this year, thanks to a dedicated group of volunteers, are spotlights illuminating the set up field for the crew. This is a fun event for
the whole family!!
Questions can be sent to sutton1704 @gmail.com. Updates will be posted at: suttonhistoricalsocietyinc.org.
VETERAN HONORED FOR VALOR - During their November Veterans Day Program, the Douglas Historical Society partnered with the Freedom Quilters of Millbury to recognize Morgan Creighton of Uxbridge (pictured above) who served in the Army during the Korean War. The talented group of quilters sewed a Quilt of Valor and wrapped the honored 93 year old veteran in the quilt to show him how much his service was appreciated. Creighton’s family and other area Veterans also attended the event.
Sutton Historical Society December Activities
The following activities will be hosted by the Uxbridge Senior Center located at 36 South Main Street, Uxbridge. VETERANS’ SERVICES
Thursday, Dec 1st. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. with Carl Bradshaw by appointment only. Call 508-278-8622 to sign up. ZUMBA CLASSES
Thursday, Dec. 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Amy Smith will be your instructor. CHAIR YOGA CLASSES
Thursday, Dec. 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd. 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. – Dr. David Tapscott will be your instructor. Classes held at the McCloskey School, 62 Capron St. TRIP TO LASALETTE WITH SALLY
Thursday, Dec 1st – 4:00 p.m. Call ahead to sign up as seating is limited. LUNCH & LEARN
WITH CHIEF MONTMINY.
Friday, Dec. 2nd – 12:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Lori Hout from Family Continuity and she will talk about Opiate Addiction & Seniors. Lunch will be prepared & sponsored by Atria Draper Place. TRIP TO HOBBY LOBBY
WITH SALLY. Monday, Dec. 5th –1:00 p.m. Call or stop in to sign up. SHINE
Tuesday, Dec. 6th, 9:00 am – 12 – Late date for appointments for health insurance questions with Pat Nectow. Please call 508-278-8622 to schedule.
WOODEN TREE CRAFT SALLY!
Tuesday, Dec. 6th – 1:30 p.m. Donation $7.00. Call or stop by to sign up! LUNCH OUTING TO GIA
RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Wednesday, Dec. 7th. 12:00 p.m. Please join us at Gia’s located at 785 Quaker Hwy. Your luncheon choices are: Haddock Francese, 10oz. Burger or Chicken Parm w/penne. Also, have your choice of soup or salad, dessert & soft drink. Call or stop in to sign up. TRIP TO CHRISTMAS
TREE SHOP WITH SALLY!
Monday, Dec. 12th – 1:00 p.m. Please call ahead or stop in to sign up. UxBRIDGE LIBRARY BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, Dec. 13th. 1:00 p.m. They will be reading Christmas Bells by Jennifer Chiaverini. You are welcome
to join us for lunch on this day. BENEFIT ENROLLMENT
SPECIALIST
Tuesday, Dec. 13th. 1:00 p.m. TriValley, Inc. Call the senior center to book an appointment with Katelynn Wackell. Next date will be Jan 10th.
SOCK SNOWMAN CRAFT
WITH SALLY!
Tuesday, Dec. 13th. 1:30 p.m. Donation $7.00. Call or stop by to sign up! CENTERPIECE SURPRISE
WITH TINA FROM BEMIS FARMS! Thursday, Dec. 15th – 1:00 p.m. $20.00 per person. Call or stop in to sign up. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS
CELEBRATION
Friday, Dec. 16th. 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by the UEC. Entertainment will be Tommy Rull and also a surprise visit from a special guest! Call ahead to reserve your lunch. SLATE TREE CRAFT WITH SALLY!
Monday, Dec. 19th – 1:30 p.m. Donation $7.00. Call or stop in to sign up. “ASK THE ATTORNEY”
Monday, Dec. 19th - 1:30 p.m. with Attorney Ralph Tepper by appointment only. Please Call 508-278-8622 to schedule your appointment. PODIATRIST VISIT
Thursday, Dec. 22nd. 8:30 a.m.
–Podiatrist Dr. Biancamano will be
available for appointments. Please call ahead to book yours. CENTER CLOSED
Friday, Dec. 23rd & Monday, Dec. 26th in observance of Christmas. Re-opening on Tuesday, Dec. 27th. “Christmas is most truly Christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it most. " Ruth Carter
Stapleton. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC
Tuesday, Dec. 27th - 11:00 a.m.
– 12:00 p.m. Ask the Nurse Free Blood Pressure Clinic with Nancy Favulli, Salmon Health VNA. RSVP to participate and to join us for lunch. NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
Thursday, Dec. 29th. 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by UEC. Tim Brooks – The Crooner At Large will be here to entertain us! Call ahead to RSVP.
CENTER CLOSED
Friday, Dec. 30th & Monday, Jan. 2, 2023 in observance of New Year’s! Re-
opening on Tuesday, Jan. 3rd, 2023. "We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called
opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day. " Edith Lovejoy Pierce WEEKLY EVENTS:
• Card Game played on Monday and BINGO on Wednesday during our congregate lunches. • Computer Class Tutoring every Monday – 3:00 p.m. by appointment only. Please call ahead to sign up. No class on Dec. 26th.
• Hannaford grocery shopping every Tuesday. Pick up begins at 8:30 a.m. Please sign up in advance by calling us at 508-278-8622 to reserve your seat. • Knitting Club every Tuesday @ 1:30 p.m. – Come join the fun! • 1st and 3rd Wednesday – Dec 7th & 21st – Bank & Pharmacy Rides. Please call at least 24 hours in advance.
• Every Wednesday -
“Canasta” Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game 1:00 p.m. –3:30 p.m. • 2nd & 4th Thursdays – Dec. 8th & 22nd – 8:30 a.m. - Shaws/Ocean State
Shopping Rides. Please call at least 24 hours in advance.
• Medical Transportation is accepting appointments. Call 508-278-8622 to schedule your rides. FMI Visit: Uxbridge-ma.gov/coa.
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