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.

Our Time Memory Cafe at the Senior Center
Thursday, Sept. 5, 1 p.m.
This program is a welcoming gathering for those experiencing forgetfulness or mild cognitive impairment or living with dementia, and their care partner, family and friends. It’s a place to socialize, share experiences and form friendships, usually with live music and refreshments. This is a joint venture between the Hopkinton Senior Center and Hopkinton Public Library. For more information, call the Senior Center at 508-497-9730.

Senior Spirit Week
Monday-Friday, Sept. 9-13
Hopkinton celebrates National Senior Center Month by inviting residents to dress up during the Senior Center’s third annual Spirit Week, which each day having a different theme.
Monday: Comfy cozy — Pajamas, sweats, slippers, a robe, etc.;
Tuesday: Sports fanatic — Favorite sportswear to show team pride;
Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday — Crazy hair, tie-dye, mismatched socks, clothes inside-out, or any fun and funky clothing choice;
Thursday: Hopkinton pride — Favorite Hopkinton Senior Center gear, or the Hopkinton colors of green and orange;
Friday: Tie-dye disco fever Friday — Favorite tie-dye patterns, which can be worn at the center’s Dance Like Nobody’s Watching afternoon party in the Great Room.

Crafts with Deb
Monday, Sept. 16, 9:30 a.m.
No prior craft experience is needed. Participants will learn how to make a fun fall craft. Those interested can check out the full project display in the Senior Center lobby to see what will be made. Some projects may require basic sewing skills. Advance registration is required because space is limited.

Senior Services Needs Assessment Findings
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 5 p.m.
The findings of the Hopkinton’s Senior Services needs assessment, done in collaboration with UMass Boston’s Department of Gerontology, is completed and will be presented to the public. This process was started more than a year ago to identify current and long-term needs of residents aged 55 and over in Hopkinton. The program will be recorded by HCAM.

Hopkinton Repair Fair
Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-noon
The fourth annual Hopkinton Repair Fair is a free community event where people can bring items that don’t work right — such as small appliances, dull knives, books that need rebinding, clothing that needs work, etc. — and volunteers help repair them. Individuals must remain on site while their item is repaired and should bring necessary replacement parts if applicable, or be prepared to run out to a hardware store. Anyone interested in volunteering as a helper or fixer should call the Senior Center at 508-497-9730.