COA July/August 2008 "Evergreen" newsletter
AN INTER-GENERATIONAL EVENT
Tuesday evening, August 19th from 6:30-8:30 p.m., join us under-the-tent for an evening for the whole family. Bring your own picnic lunch, or purchase hot dogs, etc., from us. There will be a story-teller for the children, and the Cajun band “Magnolia” will also provide entertainment.
Westport C.O.A. ANNUAL PICNIC
Wednesday, August 20, 12:00 noon
“Under the tent” at the Westport Senior Center will be our annual resident picnic for 60+ seniors. Enjoy the outdoor entertainment with your scrumptious hot dog and hamburger entrée. This annual event is hosted by the boards of the C.O.A., FWCOA, local merchants, and devoted helpers.
Reserve your seat for the picnic by 08/13/08. Transportation is available.
NEW PROGRAMS
Are you on board? Bring your favorite board game and have fun with your COA friends. Play scrabble, chess, card games, or even join in with a group puzzle, or just stop in and read a book or magazine. Monday is the day to meet in the COA library.
BINGO! In addition to the regular 1st and 3rd Tuesday Bingo days, we have started a Friday afternoon session. Come and play for prizes!
LINE DANCING CLASSES-- Line dancing is very popular at weddings and special holiday parties, so it’s the in thing to know. Sign up now for Thursday afternoon classes at the Center.
MEDITATION, REIKI, and YOGA sessions are available to relax the mind and body. Call for more details.
WE SERVE LUNCH
A nutritious, balanced meal is served weekdays at 11:30 a.m. in the Senior Center dining room. Everyone over the age of 60 is welcome to join us.
We don’t want to disappoint anyone, so please make reservations at least two days in advance of the days you wish to attend--508-636-1026.
The luncheon is available for a $2.00 donation.
FOOD PANTRY: Donations of canned food items are welcome to replenish the food pantry at the Senior Center. If you can contribute canned items such as, stews, soups, meats, etc., please drop off your items during regular office hours--8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL to the network of services available to Westport residents, 60 years of age and over. WCOA is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The SHINE Program (SERVING THE HEALTH INFORMATION NEEDS OF ELDERS)--information about Medicare, supplements, MassHealth. Phone consultations and office appointments.
TRANSPORTATION for Westport’s elders, and handicapped persons of all ages, Monday - Friday, to area appointments scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. When you make your doctor’s appointment, call us for a ride. Please have the exact doctor’s name, street address, and telephone number when you call.
MIND Bingo, Games, Knitting, Meditation, Quilting
AND Poetry Writing, Watercolor
BODY
FITNESS Aerobics, Billiards, Line Dancing, Osteoporosis Prevention, Reiki, T’ai Chi, Yoga
PROGRAMS Call for space availability and fees by caling the WCOA--508-636-1026.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP w/ Phyllis--1st Thursday
Thursday, July 3, 2008, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.; NO Group in August.
VISUAL IMPAIRMENT SUPPORT GROUP w/ Andrea
--3rd Tuesday--also, BOOKS ON TAPE--VIDEO MAGNIFIER
Tuesday, July 15 & August 19, 2008, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Transportation is available to Westport residents.
CHAIR MASSAGE w/ Karen--1st Tuesday -- Tuesdays, July 1 & August 5, 2008, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. This is a complimentary service—no charge.
REIKI w/ Deborah--Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-12 noon. Fee schedule.
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC w/Nurse Kathy
Tuesday, July 15 & August 19, 2008, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
PODIATRY CLINIC--July 10, 2008 --Dr. Spiri will conduct a clinic for routine-nail cutting at his office in Somerset. Transportation is available.
Sing-a-long with Natalia
12:00 to 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 16
CARL BISSONNETTE
Country, Bluegrass, Pop
Wednesday, July 23 & August 26, 12:00 noon
“Silver and Gold” Revue
Tuesday, July 29, 12:00 noon
Ray and Susan will perform for your entertainment pleasure.
Karaoke with “Tom & Terry”
Wednesday,August 13, 12 noon
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BANQUET Approximately 65 volunteers attended the banquet on June 9. Thank you again to all for the dedication you have shown the Westport Council on Aging and its many programs. The meal was delicious and the music was relaxing.
FRIENDS OF THE
WESTPORT COUNCIL ON AGING, INC.
Supporting the Senior Center
The FWCOA held its annual meeting on Monday, June 9, and elected the following officers for the FY2009: Peter Forrester, President; Rosemary Lenrow, Vice-President; Thelma Sullivan, Treasurer; and Susan “Susie” Knapp, Secretary.
Monthly board meetings resume on the 3rd Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center.
We are delighted with the community’s enthusiastic response to the first-ever FWCOA Historic House Tour. Thanks to all who contributed time, talent, and good will. A special thanks to the owners who gracously opened their homes, to all the volunteers who agreed to be captains and docents, to the Westport Art Group, Westport Point United Methodist Church, and The Paquachuck Inn, and to many, many friends who attended. As you know, proceeds of the Tour support the Westport Council on Aging.
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Wednesday, August 20, 12:00 noon
“Under the tent” at the Westport Senior Center will be our annual resident picnic for 60+ seniors. Enjoy the outdoor entertainment with your scrumptious hot dog and hamburger entrée. This annual event is hosted by the boards of the C.O.A., FWCOA, local merchants, and devoted helpers.
Reserve your seat for the picnic by 08/13/08. Transportation is available.
NEW PROGRAMS
Are you on board? Bring your favorite board game and have fun with your COA friends. Play scrabble, chess, card games, or even join in with a group puzzle, or just stop in and read a book or magazine. Monday is the day to meet in the COA library.
BINGO! In addition to the regular 1st and 3rd Tuesday Bingo days, we have started a Friday afternoon session. Come and play for prizes!
LINE DANCING CLASSES-- Line dancing is very popular at weddings and special holiday parties, so it’s the in thing to know. Sign up now for Thursday afternoon classes at the Center.
MEDITATION, REIKI, and YOGA sessions are available to relax the mind and body. Call for more details.
WE SERVE LUNCH
A nutritious, balanced meal is served weekdays at 11:30 a.m. in the Senior Center dining room. Everyone over the age of 60 is welcome to join us.
We don’t want to disappoint anyone, so please make reservations at least two days in advance of the days you wish to attend--508-636-1026.
The luncheon is available for a $2.00 donation.
MIND Bingo, Games, Knitting, Meditation, Quilting
AND Poetry Writing, Watercolor
BODY
FITNESS Aerobics, Billiards, Line Dancing, Osteoporosis Prevention, Reiki, T’ai Chi, Yoga
PROGRAMS Call for space availability and fees by caling the WCOA--508-636-1026.
Thursday, July 3, 2008, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.; NO Group in August.
--3rd Tuesday--also, BOOKS ON TAPE--VIDEO MAGNIFIER
Tuesday, July 15 & August 19, 2008, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Transportation is available to Westport residents.
CHAIR MASSAGE w/ Karen--1st Tuesday -- Tuesdays, July 1 & August 5, 2008, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. This is a complimentary service—no charge.
Tuesday, July 15 & August 19, 2008, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
PODIATRY CLINIC--July 10, 2008 --Dr. Spiri will conduct a clinic for routine-nail cutting at his office in Somerset. Transportation is available.
12:00 to 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 16
Country, Bluegrass, Pop
Wednesday, July 23 & August 26, 12:00 noon
Tuesday, July 29, 12:00 noon
Ray and Susan will perform for your entertainment pleasure.
Wednesday,August 13, 12 noon
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BANQUET Approximately 65 volunteers attended the banquet on June 9. Thank you again to all for the dedication you have shown the Westport Council on Aging and its many programs. The meal was delicious and the music was relaxing.
FRIENDS OF THE
WESTPORT COUNCIL ON AGING, INC.
Supporting the Senior Center
The FWCOA held its annual meeting on Monday, June 9, and elected the following officers for the FY2009: Peter Forrester, President; Rosemary Lenrow, Vice-President; Thelma Sullivan, Treasurer; and Susan “Susie” Knapp, Secretary.
Monthly board meetings resume on the 3rd Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center.
We are delighted with the community’s enthusiastic response to the first-ever FWCOA Historic House Tour. Thanks to all who contributed time, talent, and good will. A special thanks to the owners who gracously opened their homes, to all the volunteers who agreed to be captains and docents, to the Westport Art Group, Westport Point United Methodist Church, and The Paquachuck Inn, and to many, many friends who attended. As you know, proceeds of the Tour support the Westport Council on Aging.
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WESTPORT COUNCIL ON AGING, INC.
Supporting the Senior Center
Monthly board meetings resume on the 3rd Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center.
We are delighted with the community’s enthusiastic response to the first-ever FWCOA Historic House Tour. Thanks to all who contributed time, talent, and good will. A special thanks to the owners who gracously opened their homes, to all the volunteers who agreed to be captains and docents, to the Westport Art Group, Westport Point United Methodist Church, and The Paquachuck Inn, and to many, many friends who attended. As you know, proceeds of the Tour support the Westport Council on Aging.
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