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Senior Snippets, May 21 edition

by | May 21, 2025 | Featured

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.

Exercise Classes
Chair yoga, Mondays, 9 a.m.
Exercise with Linda, Mondays, 10:30 a.m.
Stretch class, Tuesdays, 9 a.m.
Exercise with Joni, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m.
Zumba, Tuesdays, 1:45 p.m.
Tai chi, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Mat yoga, Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m.
Line dancing, Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Balance advantage, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
Zumba, Fridays, 9:30 a.m.
Chi gong, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Meditation, alternating Fridays, noon (call for schedule)

TED Talks Discussion Group
Mondays, 12:30 p.m.
In 1984, TED Talks were created to bring technology, entertainment and design information to the curious and open-minded public. These videos cover a wide array of subjects and always lead to lively discussion and conversation. Attendees will view one of these videos and follow with a discussion. The program is free. Individuals should register by calling the Senior Center.

Book Club
Wednesday, June 4, 10:30 a.m.
One of life’s pleasures is a good book. Another is the time to read it. At this meeting, attendees can relax and bring refreshments, all while enjoying book reviews and socializing. This month, the club will discuss “The Last Devil to Die: A Thursday Murder Club Mystery” by Richard Osman.

Our Time Memory Cafe at the Senior Center
Thursday, June 5, 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 is a joint venture between Senior Services and the Hopkinton Public Library. For more information, call the Senior Center.

Outreach Services
The Senior Center has an Outreach Department that can help individuals with identifying assistance programs, borrowing durable medical equipment, getting transportation help, learning about nutrition assistance, obtaining SMOC fuel assistance applications and more. To make an appointment or learn more about how the Outreach Department can help, call the Senior Center.

1 Comment

  1. Karen Sakakeeny

    Can residents from local surrounding towns participate in the Senior exercise classes?
    I live in Southborough .
    Thank you .

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