Visiting nurse Judy Anderson will be available to check blood pressure and blood glucose levels today from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Georgetown Senior Center located at the First Congregational Church on Andover Street.
Breakfast, historical talk tomorrow
Pastor Bill Boylan will present a program on the Goodrich Massacre, a local historical event, when the Council on Aging sponsors a breakfast tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. at the Trestle Way Community Building. To make a reservation, call the Council on Aging at 978 352-5726.
Sudoko Puzzle Program June 12
Local resident Emery Boose will present a program and lead participants in a morning of Sudoku puzzles Tuesday June 12, 10 a.m. at the Georgetown Senior Center located at the First Congregational Church on Andover Street. Come join the group and learn how to solve these popular number puzzles. To register for the event, please call 978-352-5726.
Manicures available June 13
Local manicurist Heidi Garozzo will provide basic and French manicures Wednesdays, June 6 and 13, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Georgetown Senior Center located at the First Congregational Church on Andover Street. Cost is $8 for a basic manicure and $12 for a French manicure. To make a reservation, call the Georgetown Council on Aging at 978-352-5726.
Safety Information June 19
Georgetown Police Officer Mark Anderson will present a information on safety programs currently provided by the Georgetown Police Department Tuesday June 19, 10 a.m. at the Georgetown Senior Center located at the First Congregational Church on Andover Street. As the town's senior relations officer, Officer Anderson will present information on the department's emergency beacon light bulb and wellness programs as well as information on the department's community outreach work.
Birthdays and reception for new director
June birthdays will be celebrated and a reception will be held for the town's new Council on Aging Director Colleen Ranshaw-Fiorello on Wednesday, June 20, at 12:30 p.m. at the Georgetown Senior Center, located at the First Congregational Church on Andover Street. Along with additional refreshments, cake and ice cream is planned and birthday recipients will receive a free lunch (served at 11:30 a.m.). To make a reservation, please call 978-352-5726.
Van trips for shopping and social outings
Available each week for grocery shopping trips on Tuesdays, the Georgetown Council on Aging van is scheduled to provide several social outings each month. To make a reservation, call the Georgetown Council on Aging at 978-352-5726.
Health and Wellness Classes available weekly
Following the theme for Older Americans Month of "Older Americans: Making Choices for a Healthier Future", the Georgetown Council on Aging offers a variety of health and wellness classes on a weekly basis. Yoga classes meet every Wednesday, 9 a.m. at Saint Mary's Hall, lower level, on Andover Street (Route 133). Newcomers are welcome to attend. A $3 donation is suggested and participants should bring a yoga mat.
Enjoy a morning of cardiovascular exercise and good conversation when the Walking Club meets Tuesdays, 8 a.m. at the Senior Center, located at First Congregational Church on Andover Street (Route 133).
Designed to improve muscle tone and build strength and mobility, strength training classes are held Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m. at Saint Mary's Hall, lower level, on Andover Street (Route 133). A $3 donation is suggested per class.
Fun and plenty of exercise is hand during weekly line dancing classes Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. at Saint Mary's Hall, lower level, on Andover Street (Route 133). All levels of experience are encouraged to attend. A $3 donation is suggested.
For further information, call the Georgetown Council on Aging at 978-352-5726.
Weekly bingo games underway
Weekly bingo games are underway at noon on Mondays at the Georgetown Senior Center located at First Congregational Church on Andover Street (Route 133). Cost is $1 per card, which covers up to 10 games. Prizes are awarded to each game winner. For information, call the Georgetown Senior Center at 978-352-5726. Schedule a lunch reservation and plan to stay for bingo. Weekly bingo games are also scheduled every Wednesday, 1 p.m. at the Trestle Way Community Room. Cost is 50 cents per single card, and 75 cents per triple card. For information, call Bertha Foster at 978-352-6861.
Medical transportation available
Medical transportation is available through Northern Essex Elder Transportation. The Georgetown Council on Aging provides rides for seniors to medical and other necessary appointments. Northern Essex Elder Transportation is staffed by volunteer drivers. Though a donation of 40.5 cents per mile is requested to help support the program, no one will be turned away. A minimum of two days' notice is required. The driver will call those with appointments on the day of travel to finalize details. For more information, call the COA at 978-352-5726.
