The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone with questions can call 508-497-9730. The Senior Center also has a Facebook page that provides updates on resources, programs and events.

Coffee Hour with Amy
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
The Hopkinton Senior Center director hosts morning coffee chats every week. This is an opportunity to socialize and talk with town officials and other Senior Center staff. The March 25 coffee hour will feature a visit from the Hopkinton Police Department.

Ocean Quest
Tuesdays, March 17-April 14, 10-11:30 a.m.
Education is the key to understanding the ocean of the past, present and future. This five-week, prerecorded class will be held on Tuesdays starting March 17. Registration is required, and participants should anticipate attending all five weeks.

Book Club
Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 a.m.
One of life’s pleasures is a good book. Another is having the time to read it. At this monthly meeting, participants can relax and bring refreshments, all while enjoying book reviews and socializing. This month’s book is “Eden’s Outcasts: The Story of Louisa May Alcott and Her Father” by John Matteson.

Our Time Memory Cafe at the Senior Center
Thursday, April 2, 1 p.m.
This is a welcoming gathering for those experiencing forgetfulness or mild cognitive impairment, or living with dementia, and their care partner, family and friends. The cafe is a place to socialize, share experiences and form friendships. This month’s activity will be decorating cookies. This is a joint venture between Senior Services and the Hopkinton Public Library. For more information, call the Senior Center.

Land Use Director Listening Hours
Monday, April 6, 9:30-11 a.m.
John Gelcich, Hopkinton’s director of land use, planning and permitting, will hold office hours at the Senior Center the first Monday of every month. Gelcich will be available to answer residents’ questions about projects and initiatives being moved forward by the Land Use Department and other related land conservation, development or zoning concerns.

Energy Affordability Resources
Monday, April 6, 1 p.m.
The Sustainable Green Committee and Julia Chun, the town’s sustainability, economic development and equity project manager, will present cost-saving methods for residents’ energy bills. The presentation will touch on the town’s municipal aggregation plan, the Mass Save program, solar and other cost-saving initiatives.

Generative AI with HPL
Tuesday, April 7, 9-10 a.m.
This presentation will run through the basics of what users should know when interacting with artificial intelligence (AI) models and tools. It will cover terminology, how things work, what people use AI for and things to be mindful of. No prior experience with AI is required, and no AI tools will be used during the session. There will be time for discussions and questions at the end.

Music from Memphis
Thursday, April 9, 1 p.m.
Jill Goldman and David Polatin of the Retro Polatin Duo will discuss, sing and play guitar and bass songs from Memphis artists in this hour-long educational and entertainment program. Artists covered include Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carla Thomas, B.B. King, Wilson Pickett and more. Handouts with pictures of the artists and background information will be provided. This program is supported by a grant from the Hopkinton Cultural Council.