January

In-Person Exercise Classes at Natick Community Senior Center starting in January 2021!

Muscle Building Class: session 1- 1/9-2/11 and session 2-2/23-3/18, $24 per session

Chair Yoga with Mala: 1/15-2/19, $18 for 6 weeks

Walking in the Gym Begins 1/11: Monday 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00 am; Wednesday 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 pm

& Fridays 12 noon and 1:00 pm. Pre-register for a 45-minute session.  

Mondays at a Museum- zoom program

Join us on Monday, 11am-noon, as we preview video highlights from a range of Museums

Jan 4- The National Gallery in London with a curator talk on 

Van Gogh’s Sunflowers painting and then zoom to the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia with a look at two Cezanne paintings in their collection. 

Jan 11- William Merrit Chase-Master of Pastel, MFA, Boston

Jan 18- NO Monday at a Museum- MLK Day

Jan 25- Harvard Art Museum and paintings of Norman Rockwell 

Mindfulness Meditation- Zoom program

Every Thursday with Sharon 1:00-1:40 pm. This meditation is audio only and participants are muted during the meditation portion. Everyone is welcome to join for some guided meditation, some quiet sitting and some reflection with Q & A and sharing.

Art Matters- Monet & Renoir- A Zoom program

Wednesday, January 6, 1:30-2:30 pm, free

They were fast friends at the very heart of the most radical revolution in art since the Renaissance. Join us for a tour through the life and works of Claude Monet and Auguste Renoir, two of the most beloved of the Impressionist artists.   Made possible by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council.

Elder Law Updates with Tim Loff- zoom program

Monday, January 11, 1:30-2:30 pm, free call 508-647-6540 to register.

Join Elder Law Attorney Timothy Loff in this overview of updates and changes for 2020 on many legal issues important to seniors, including updates that may apply to Estate and Healthcare Planning, Estate Administration, Medicaid rules for both nursing home and community care, Medicare, Social Security, Long-Term Care Insurance, Special Needs Planning; and Reverse Mortgages, and more. General questions are welcome. Bring yourself up to date for the New Year!

Watercolor Techniques with Cecilia Sharma - Zoom program

Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:30 pm for Jan 7, 14, 21, 28; $75.00

Register online through Community Pass, call 508-647-6540 for assistance if needed.

Learn to paint in watercolors with an emphasis on techniques and design. This step-by-step instruction will introduce you to the spontaneity of the medium as you create glazes, highlights, textures, and the final artwork. Cecilia will provide a reference photo, in advance, that the class works from and each class you will have a completed artwork. During the class, there will be demonstration of techniques by Cecilia and individual help. Supply list will be sent in advance. All levels welcome! Min: 8/Max: 14. Below are sample works from other classes Cecilia has taught in the area.  

The Golden Age of Hollywood Fashion- A Zoom Program

Tuesday, Jan 12, 1:30pm, free, call Natick Community Senior Center to register 508-647-6540.  

Fashion on the silver screen during the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s was not only glamorous and influential, but also was enjoyed as an “escape” from the problems of each decade.  In the depression era, folks could attend the movies as a way to forget their current circumstances, while the films served as both escapism and news reporting during the long years of World War II.  The 1950s movies continued to show elegant fashions but the advent of aused fashion influence to be split between the silver screen and the smaller TV in America’s homes.  Join us as we travel through these fascinating decades and enjoy a glimpse into the glamour of that golden age. Our presenter is Karen (Ren) Antonowicz, who has a Master’s Degree in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, with a concentration in Historic Costume & Textiles from the University of RI. 

Home Fit AARP – zoom program 

Wednesday, January 13, 1:30-2:30pm, Click on this link to join 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89258494264?pwd=SVZiOFR4dnJEUURCMlhnSTVMOGxlZz09

Join AARP volunteer Beth Gray-Nix for this wonderfully thoughtful overview of all the aspects on creating a ‘senior-friendly’ home, from easier to use door knobs to bathroom fixtures, lighting, décor and more! 

Mystery/Fiction Book Group with Karen Mallozzi- zoom program

Friday, January 22, 1:00-2:00 pm, free. RSVP call 508-647-6540.  Click on this link to join https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88980141528?pwd=ZTluajZJMDhNUUZVK244Qlhza3dYUT09

We’ll talk about Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. “To say I love this book is an understatement. It’s a deep psychological mystery about the power of motherhood, the intensity of teenage love, and the danger of perfection. It moved me to tears.” —Reese Witherspoon

Fraud Watch- zoom
program

Monday, January 25, 1:30-2:30, free

Join Dennis Hohengasser, speaker from AARP and learn how to protect yourself against scams, fraud, and identity theft. Con artists don’t care how hard you have worked.  They steal billions from Americans each year.  AARP Massachusetts is fighting back with the AARP Fraud Watch Network, an education effort to help people protect themselves from scams and fraud.  We discuss how to spot and avoid identity theft and fraud and  we’ll log into the AARP Fraud Watch website and explore some of the resources  so you can protect yourself and your family.  We will cover:

• What fraud and scams are out there including recent COVID 19 and Medicare scams

• Behaviors that put you at risk

• Why are these con artists so good at taking your money

• Prevention and Resources

Life Aboard a Whaling Ship- Zoom program

Tuesday, January 26, 1:30-2:30, free

Feel the sea spray and hear the sailors’ sea chanteys as you follow the sailing adventures of 19th century whaling wife Mary Chipman Lawrence, based upon her journals! Presented by performer and historian, Anne Barrett.   

Downsizing- A Zoom
program

Wednesday, Jan 27, 11am-noon, free, , call Natick Community Senior Center to register 508-647-6540.  

Join Realtor Daryl Lippman as she brings her years of expertise on how to navigate the 3 keys to downsizing.  This program is geared to Seniors and adult children of Seniors looking to explore their options for a move.  

UCLA Memory Training Class- zoom program

Wednesdays, January 27-February 24, 3:00-5:00 pm $10 fee for all 5 classes.

Session 1 will be an introduction to the course and a review of how to use Zoom in a classroom environment.  Sessions 2-5 will focus on the innovative class curriculum, developed by UCLA, which is designed to help improve your memory so you can: remember names and faces; recall appointments, messages and plans; avoid misplacing objects; & overcome “tip of the tongue” slips, by teaching you everyday memory techniques you practice in the comfort of your home. A pre-registration questionnaire by phone is required; please call our front desk at 508-647-6540 and ask to speak with Karen or Lorraine. Fee covers cost of materials.

 

February

Mondays at a Museum- zoom program

Join us on Monday, 11am-noon, as we preview video highlights from a range of Museums

Feb 1- A tour of Massachusetts authors homes -Alcott House, Emily Dickinson House, John Greenleaf Whittier House

Feb 8- President’s Day special- Monument Man: The Life and Art of Daniel Chester French – sculptor of the Lincoln Memorial and Minuteman Statue

Feb 15- NO  Mondays at a Museum, President’s Day

Feb 22- Canaletto, Tiepolo and Monet

GREAT COURSES: THE GREAT TOURS: AFRICAN SAFARI

Tuesdays, 11:30 am-12:30 pm January 19-April 6 

Mindfulness Meditation- Zoom program

Every Thursday with Sharon 1:00-1:40 pm. This meditation is audio only and participants are muted during the meditation portion. Everyone is welcome to join for some guided meditation, some quiet sitting and some reflection with Q & A and sharing.

Art Matters- Art Keeps Us Human- zoom program

Wednesday, February 3, 1:30-2:30pm, free

Art teaches. Art communicates. Art has humor, adventure and passion. Art matters! People are the only living creatures who make art. It is a uniquely human activity, and the sole reason we have an advanced civilization.  We use visual images to communicate with one another as a species. Art transcends language, different cultures, time and distance. It keeps us connected to one another. It keeps us human.

Join us for a mini-history of western civilization through art, from the caves to the shuttle, to see and understand how art and civilization depend upon each other. Be sure to bring your sense of humor and your sense of Human.

Made possible by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council.

 

Powerful Tools for Caregivers- zoom program

Tuesdays, February 9 – March 16, 2:00-3:30, free

This class helps caregivers learn to take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.  This six-week class series will give you the tools to: reduce caregiver stress, improve self confidence in caregiving, manage your time, set goals and problem solve; better communicate your feelings; make tough caregiving decisions; and locate helpful resources. If you are planning to attend the program or would like to learn more about it, please plan to attend a pre-program Zoom information session on Tuesday, January 19, 2:00pm.  

For questions or to register, please call Debbie or Karen at 508-647-6540.  Pre-registration is required as space is limited.

This program is offered free of charge and is made possible in part by funding from the Older Americans Act as granted by BayPath Elder Services, Inc.

Pranayama- The Art of Yogic Breathing- zoom program

Wednesday, February 10, 11:00am-12:00pm, free

Experience pranayama, the art and science of yogic breathing. Pranayama’s health benefits include reduced anxiety, lower/stabilized blood pressure, increased energy, muscle relaxation, improved concentration, and more. Join Anjana Bhargava, an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor has bachelor’s degree in Science and Mathematics and master’s degree in Electronics from India. Note: this is best done on an empty stomach, hence the scheduling of this program.

Starting Your Genealogy with Seema- Zoom programs

Thursday, 10:30am-11:30am, free on February 11, 18, 25. RSVP call 508-647-6540 to register. 

First Class will be Basic Genealogical Forms, where to research, tracking your research, and continuing your education.

Focusing Your Research is second. You don’t have to be a professional to work like one. Discover how organization, questions, and knowledge of records can help you become a better genealogist.

Third class is- Following the Trail of Shared Matches- DNA test results can be overwhelming. This case study shows how I used the shared matches in my DNA test results to narrow in on my maternal grandfather & fill in many holes in my family tree.

Made possible by a grant from the Natick Cultural Council. 

Financial Basics for 50+ presented by AARP- zoom program

Monday, February 22, 1:30-2:30pm, free

It’s never too late to take charge of your financial future! In this hour-long session you will learn how to build upon your smart money habits and make the most of your financial resources. We’ll discuss budgeting and setting goals, managing credit and debt, building your savings and protecting your assets from fraud. Hosted by Michael Fallica, a retired engineer and AARP member, a graduate of Boston University’s Financial Planning Program and a member of the Financial Planning Association.

FACT Tracker presented by AARP- zoom program

Wednesday, February 24, 1:30-2:30pm, free

Do you believe everything you see online? The obvious answer is no, but there are plenty of sensationalized headlines, misleading stories and even complete falsehoods circulating on the Internet, making it hard for even the most discerning reader to sort fact from fiction.

Disinformation online is a key tool for scammers. Luckily AARP has a new online resource to arm you with the skills to decipher what’s real and what isn’t on the web. Hosted by Ruth Livitsky, AARP speaker.

For more information go to aarp.org/facttracker.