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.

New Wednesday Shopping Options
The Senior Center is expanding its weekly shopping schedule with new destinations based on community requests. A full list of shopping options can be found in the Senior Center newsletter. Call to learn more information, including how to schedule a shopping trip.
First Wednesday of the month: Trader Joes/Target
Second Wednesday: Aldi
Third Wednesday: Dollar Tree/Stop & Shop

Book Club
Wednesday, Aug. 5, 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 “Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers” by Jess Q. Sutanto.

Our Time Memory Cafe at the Senior Center
Thursday, Aug. 6, 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.

Annual Ice Cream Social
Thursday, Aug. 20, 1 p.m.
This event, sponsored by the Friends of Hopkinton Seniors, will feature sweet treats from the Spoonery. Guests are invited to dance with music from DJ Rayzor and Lady D.

Tie-Dye Party
Friday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m.-noon
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day, the Senior Center will host a tie-dye party. Colors, elastic bands and take-home instructions will be provided. Attendees can bring their own garment or purchase one from the Senior Center for $5. Those buying a shirt are asked to let staff know their size.

Bridge Group
Mondays, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Bridge enthusiasts are welcomed to join the Senior Center’s new group. This is a social, non-instructional gathering for players familiar with the basics who are looking to enjoy the game with fellow enthusiasts.

Line Dancing
Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Lisa Abbascia will lead this weekly program designed for exercise and fun. Dancing has many health benefits, both cognitively and physically. It can help to refine many parts of one’s overall health, such as muscle strength, endurance, balance and cognitive function. Dancing can improve motivation, mood, posture and balance, and help with stress management. It even can lower the risk of dementia.

Outreach Services
The Senior Center has an Outreach Department. The department can help identify assistance programs (including SMOC fuel assistance), loan durable medical equipment, help with transportation, facilitate nutrition assistance and much more. Anyone looking for assistance or more information about services should call to make an appointment.