Saturday, August 1, 2020

Senior Center: Email Blast 7-31-2020



Hello Everyone and happy last day of July!

Staying Connected
Link to the Senior Center - https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc
Link to Franklin Matters - https://www.franklinmatters.org/
Link to the Town's webpage - https://www.franklinma.gov/

August Events
Wed., Aug. 19: FIVE WISHES is a legally binding, advanced directive (living will), that lets you control your personal, emotional and spiritual wishes. This presentation is on Zoom at 1:00 p.m. If you aren't able to access Zoom our Nurse can call you to discuss the info one- on-one. To sign up, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov or call 508 520-4945. 

Mon., Aug.24: MEMORY CAFÉ at 3:00 p.m. on ZOOM, features the beautiful and engaging music of violinist, Lynn Canavan. To sign up, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

Thurs., Aug.27: FASHIONS OF HOLLYWOOD on ZOOM with Karen (Ren) Antonowicz of Spirits of Fashion at 1:00 p.m. Ren presents this fascinating look at the glamorous fashions of the silver screen during the '30s, '40s, '50s. Join us as we travel through the decades to enjoy a glimpse into the glamorous world of fashion. To sign up, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

Mon., Aug. 31: STEVE SHERLOCK - Talk Franklin Matters at 2:00 p.m. for all the latest Franklin news. To join us, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

MINDFUL MEDITATION (ZOOM) CLASSES COMING SOON! Call for more info! 

FREE QUILT RAFFLE: Take a free chance on this stunning, red, white and blue, hand-made quilt (see above). The winner will be picked on Sept. 18. Call the Center at (508) 520-4945 to sign up! 


Tips
Sit and Get Fit with Paul Eugene

Positive Energy a guided meditation - Relaxing and beautiful positive inspiration

Music
Top hit songs from the 1940's - sure to get you up and tapping your toes

Honky Tonk tunes 

Melody Gardot - From Paris With Love

Just for Fun
15 incredibly beautiful places you might not know exist

21 of the most unusual homes ever built.  Which one would you like to stay in?

Most unusual vehicles.  Some of these look fun!

Skywalk over the Grand Canyon.  Would you walk on a glass skywalk 4000 feet over a canyon?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbjEFNGgP-Q


Humor
Jeanne Robertson - A Mother's revenge - the red Porsche

Funny animal videos - guilty dogs


Kindness Matters
Animal survivors - incredible stories of animal's will to live and the people who saved their lives https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDv2NkZCvvo

Tim McGraw - Humble and Kind video - this is sure to uplift you


Attached you will find:

Love, virtual hugs and good health to you all!  We are still here for you!  Please feel free to email Donna and I with questions, concerns or just to check in!
Ariel & Donna

Please feel free to share this email with anyone you think might enjoy it.  If you want me to add someone to the email blast list just send me a message with their email in it. 


SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES: 
MONDAYS: ⇒ PUZZLE PICKUP & DONATIONS at 1:00 p.m. We have puzzles from 100 up to 1000-pieces! Call the Center at  (508) 520-4945 to request one or arrange to pick up a puzzle with your curbside meal.  
TUESDAYS: ⇒ AUDIO BOOK CLUB (Conference Call) on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. See page 4 for details. ⇒ CHAIR EXERCISE with Judith on ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com ⇒ CARDIO, STRENGTH & BALANCE CLASS at 11:00 a.m. with ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com ⇒ LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP CONFERENCE CALLS on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. See page 4. ⇒ QUARANTINI HOUR at 5:30 p.m. with ZOOM. Email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 
WEDNESDAYS: ⇒ BE WELL COFFEE HOUR with Nurse Trish is offered with ZOOM at 11:00 a.m. To sign up, email: pcollatos@franklinma.gov ⇒ ZUMBA GOLD with Judith at 11:00 a.m. on ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com ⇒ WELLNESS CONSULTS BY PHONE OR VIDEO from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. Email: pcollatos@franklinma.gov ⇒ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTION & DONATIONS at 1:30 p.m. Please call in advance to arrange pickup. ⇒ FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Call for more info. ⇒ CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP is offered on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. via ZOOM. email: elaine.owens@verizon.net 
THURSDAYS: ⇒ CHAIR EXERCISE with Judith at 10:00 a.m. on ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com          ⇒ CARDIO, STRENGTH & BALANCE CLASS is offered at 11:00 a.m. on ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com ⇒ CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP invites new members for ZOOM Discussions at 10:00 a.m. For more information, email Matt Rovendro at: mrovendro@yahoo.com 
FRIDAYS: ⇒ TOPS (TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS at 12:30 p.m. via ZOOM. The group provides support and encouragement. Join us by emailing: patdamour@yahoo.com 


REMEMBER:
When searching for information about the Coronavirus, COVID-19 please use caution!  Unfortunately there are many false sites that contain viruses and malware that can threaten your computer.  Many look like real sites.  Your best bet is to go directly to the CDC, WHO or your local government page (links below).   

MEMORY CAFE!
For those of you who attend our Memory Cafe events I invite you to learn more about attending a VIRTUAL Memory Cafe through Zoom!  There are many options to choose from.

--
Ariel Doggett

Virtual Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator

"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
There is no act of kindness too small

Senior Center: Email Blast 7-31-2020
Senior Center: Email Blast 7-31-2020

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