Antique Roadshow
Our 11th annual Antique Roadshow with Coyles Auction Gallery from Bellingham will be held on Friday, July 29th from 11-12 in room 18. Please bring in your valuables to be appraised. Some things to consider bringing in for appraisal would be toys, dolls, Hummel’s, paintings, fine pottery, stoneware, coins, military items, or whatever else you may have lying around the house that you think may be of value. There is a $4 charge per item for appraisal. All proceeds go to the Friends of Millis Council on Aging and are used to fund activities at the Center. Lunch and make your own sundaes will be available for a $3 donation. You need not sign-up for the appraisals but if you would like to partake in the lunch, please call Kathy O’Neil for a reservation at 376-7056.
Free Hearing Screenings
Give yourself ten minutes to have your hearing professionally checked by Mass Audiology. They can check your ear canal and screen you for hearing loss with an audiometer. If you already have hearing aids, they can check them and replace your batteries and/or answer any questions you may have about your hearing device. Call us today at 376-7051 for your FREE one-on-one hearing screening at the Millis Council on Aging on July 20th from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Appointments are required for this testing.
Enhance Fitness
Enhance Fitness is an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that uses simple, easy-to-learn movements that motivate individuals (including those with arthritis) to stay active throughout their life. Enhance Fitness meets 3 times/week for 1 hour and is facilitated by a nationally certified instructor. Each class session includes cardiovascular, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises and the fostering of strong social relationships between participants. Those with a chronic condition, such as arthritis, need not worry; they will never have to do anything that hurts. Participants can use chairs for support, if necessary, and increase the weight they use for strength training at their own pace. We will be doing a demo training on Wednesday July 20th at 9 a.m. and Wednesday July 27th at 9 a.m. If there is interest, we will commit to a 16-week training class.
Horseshoes and Cornhole every Thursday in July and August at 1 p.m.
Reduced BJ’s Membership now available at the COA. $30 per household.
Super Bingo Wednesday, July 27th and Wednesday, August 31st at 12:15. The prize for the last game is $25!
Hairdresser
Our center now has a hairdresser available the 2nd Friday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. If you would like a home visit instead, please let us know. Call the Center for an appointment. $10 at the Center, $15 for a home appointment. Date: July 18th and August 12th.
Ralph Dunlea here at the Center.
Ralph is experienced in assisting others with their technology woes. Ralph is at the Center every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Volunteer!
The possibilities for volunteers are almost limitless and are not only for seniors. Community members of all ages, willing to share their special expertise, become involved with seniors or just want to help out, are welcome. There are many volunteer opportunities available, such as, delivering Meals on Wheels, helping in the kitchen, driving for medical appointments, nurses taking blood pressures, teaching a craft, making friendly visits and telephone re-assurance calls, providing office support, or collating our newsletter.
TRIPS
Maine Lobsterbake ~ June 9th~ $75
Tour of Nubble Light, York Village Stroll/Shopping, Lobsterbake at Fosters (Choose from Lobster or Chicken) with live music, visit to Hampton Beach)
Block Island ~ June 23rd~ $109
Block Island Sightseeing, Luncheon at the National Hotel, Round Trip Ferry
Plymouth Whale Watch ~ July 21st~ $89
Luncheon, 4-hr Narrated Whale Watch
Maine Cruise ~August 18th~ $89
Narrated Sightseeing Cruise, Luncheon at Cook’s Lobster House
Foxwoods ~September 20th~ $25
Buffet or $10 Food Voucher & $10 Casino Slot Play
Norman Rockwell Museum & Red Lion Inn ~October 13th~ $89
Stockbridge Village Sightseeing, Red Lion Luncheon