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Please NOTE: Programs and events frequently alter after we produce our schedule. We try our best to provide accurate information. We appreciate your patience!

Weather Cancellation Policy: The Community Center will follow the public school system's snow cancellation and delay policy. If schools are closed, the Center is closed and there will be no services – including transportation. If schools are delayed 2 hours, the Center will not open until 11 a.m. All morning programs starting before 11 a.m. will be canceled, including any transportation services. Cancellation and delay announcements will be televised. Please be safe and use your own judgment.

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Ashland Senior Center  Tuesday, March 17, from 12 - p.m.  Donors can schedule an appointment directly at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Ashland

Donor Promo: donate blood, A1C testing available and $15 Amazon Gift Card.

BINGO Hosted by Ashland High School Leo’s Club at Ashland Community Center  Thursday, March 26 from 4 - 5 p.m. Cards and Markers provided. Prizes for winners! Call to reserve your seat at 508-881-0140 ext. 1

FREE SERVICES Reservations required

Transportation FREE transportation for older adults 60+ in Ashland and bordering towns only. Curb-to-curb service and wheelchair accessible. Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - Noon. 48-hour advance notice required. Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1 to schedule.

AARP Free Income Tax Preparation March 3 - April 7  Tuesdays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Fridays 9 - 10:30 a.m. To schedule an appointment, you must pick up an intake packet at 162 West Union Street, Ashland. AARP will prepare Simple Returns. No Rental Properties-Depreciations.

Computer Lab:  Our newly updated computer lab offers ADA-accessible computers, printing accessibility, and independent learning opportunities such as learning a new language, listening to podcasts or music, or using a quiet space for a virtual meeting with our NEW lending headsets.

Legal Phone Consultation Friday, March 13, from 10  - 11:30 a.m. with Arthur P. Bergeron, Mirick Law. Call to schedule an appointment.

SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) in person with Lenore Tracy, Thursday, March 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 12 p.m. Appointment needed.

Veterans Office Hours with Richard Sabounjian Wednesday, March 11 and 18 from 9 - 11:30 a.m. Appointments recommended. Call 508-429-0629 to schedule.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES 

All Programs and Activities require registration unless noted in the specific event description. To register for any of our programs, call 508-881-0140 ext. 1 or stop by the Senior Center at 162 West Union Street, Ashland.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT

APOLLO 11 Mission with Eric Spahl. Wednesday, March 4 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. This presentation focuses on the origins of the space race, the Cold War, and the history of NASA, and culminates in the U.S. astronauts reaching the moon first.

Downton Abbey Viewing: Season 4, Episode 6 Thursday, March 5 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tea and coffee provided. 

Digital Literacy Class: Overview of Windows 11 with Jonathan Baron. Tuesday, March 17, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Gardening! with Mary Ann Gibbons. Thursday, March 19, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Pots, soil and seeds will be provided!

 Movie with Popcorn: Darkest Hour (2017) PG-13 Tuesday, March 17, from 1 - 3:10 p.m. In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on, knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.

NAVROZ Celebrate Spring and the Persian New Year Social with Chef Prabir Chandra. Thursday, March 19, from 10 - 11 a.m. Come and enjoy some traditional appetizers.

“The Rule of Law”–Understanding Our Federal & State Constitutions with Retired  Judge Michael Fabbri (Part 3 of 3-Part series) Thursday, March 12, from 10:30 - 12 p.m. Topics to be covered include: the history and development of our constitutional system of law, the structure of and changes to the Federal Constitution over time, how our court and Justice system function, and “landmark” court decisions. 

BOARDS, COMMITTEE & COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Ashland Council on Aging (COA) Meeting Thursday, March 5, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Open to the Public.

Friends of the Ashland Council on Aging (FOACOA) Meeting Thursday, March 5, from 12 - 1:30 p.m. Open to the Public.

Town Manager's Coffee Hour Wednesday, March 18, from 10 - 11 a.m. All are welcome

Dull Men’s Club with Doc Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. on March 3,10 and 24. Field Trip on Tuesday, March 17. Information and location to come. Coffee and Conversation. Drop Ins Welcome

HEALTH & WELLNESS Reservations Required. Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1.

Blood Pressure CLINIC 

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Clocktown Memory Cafe with Musical Memories by John and Linda Tuesday, March 24, from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Clocktown Cafe provides a welcoming place for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or a cognitive impairment accompanied by a caregiver. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to Susan McNulty, [email protected], or 508-532-7945. Registration: due by Thursday, March 19.

Early Cognitive Decline: What to Do Wednesday, March 25 from 11 - 12 p.m. with Anne Fitzgerald, RN. Signs, Causes, Prevention, and Treatment.

Hearing Aid Cleaning with Hopkinton Audiology Monday, March 16, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Appointment recommended.

Mindful Coloring First and third Thursdays of the Month at 1:30 p.m.

Mindfulness & Meditation with Mary Green Thursdays at 11 a.m. $4 pp suggested donation per class.

Parkinson’s Boxing First and third Wednesday of the Month at 1:30 pm.

Sound Meditation Journey with Sonia Stingo Thursday, March 26 at 10:30 a.m.

ARTS, CRAFTS, SEWING & COOKING Reservations required. Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1.

 Cook with Chef Lee: Cajun Shrimp Taco Tuesday, March 3, from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cost $5 pp. Reservations due by Thursday, Feb. 26.

Craft Class with Milly: Vases Made from Books and Bookmarks Tuesday, March 10, from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Supplies provided. Reservations due by Thursday, March 5.

Craft Class with Elissa: Hummingbird Feeder Friday, March 20, from 10 - 11:00 a.m. Supplies provided. Reservations due by Thursday, March 12.

DROP-IN Knitting & Crocheting Group Second and fourth Tuesday of the Month at 11 a.m. Bring your current project and enjoy knitting with our group

Knit Along with Nancy Second and fourth Thursdays at 1 - 2:30 p.m. Beginners Knitting Project: Slippers. Reservations: due by Thursday, March 5 and/or March 19.

Intermediate & Advanced Watercolor Class Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Some openings. See the instructor for details and costs.

Sew with Tobi: Fabric Napkins Friday, March 13, from 10 - 11:30 a.m. All levels of skill welcome. Bring your own sewing machine.  Reservations due by Thursday, March 5.

Sew with Tobi: Vegetable Shopping Bag Friday, March 27, from 10 - 11:30 a.m. All levels of skill welcome. Bring your own sewing machine. Reservations due by Thursday, March 19.

EXERCISE All classes have a suggested donation of $4 per person, unless otherwise indicated.

Bowling – Ryan’s Amusement, Millis Tuesdays at 9 a.m. Check the cost with the Bowling Alley.

Chair Yoga Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

Exercise with Joni Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:30 a.m.

Line Dancing with Lisa Thursdays at 1 p.m. New time!

Ping Pong Wednesdays at 11 a.m.

Tai Chi with Jon Tuesdays at 11:45 a.m.

Zumba Gold with Kelli Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

GAMES Reservations required. Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1.

Canasta Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. 

Chess Mondays at 1 p.m.

Cribbage Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.

Mahjong Fridays at 9:30 a.m., Beginners call to register and learn how to play. Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for all levels.

Pitch Card Game Mondays at 1 p.m.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS  Reservations required. In collaboration with the Ashland Public Library. Register at https://tinyuri.com/apl-calendars

Romance Book Club: Omegaverse! Thursday, March 5, from 7 - 8 p.m.

Historic Fiction Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Jane Healey Tuesday, March 10, from 6:30 - 7 p.m.

Presidential Series with Doodler Heather Rogers: Thomas Jefferson Friday, March 13 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Inclusive & Diverse Book Recommendations Thursday, March 19, from 7:30 - 8 p.m.

Mystery & Thriller Book Recommendations with Bestselling Author, Hank Phillippi Ryan Thursday, March 19, from  7:30 - 8 p.m.

DINING PROGRAMS Reservations required

Dining Reservations Policy Paid Lunches: Payment slips and money are placed in the Lunch Payment Box located outside the Main Office. If you cancel, you may either pick up that week or “donate” your lunch.

Entertainment: If you choose to participate in the lunch entertainment without eating, the participation fee is $4 per person.

Free Lunches: Refer to the FREE Lunch Policies. All reservations are made to the Main office. MAX: 90

Birthday Lunch: Celebrations are held on the FIRST MONDAY of the month. Only members of the Friends of the Council on Aging (FOACOA) will receive a FREE lunch, a cupcake, and a scratch ticket. You MUST SPECIFY on your reservation that it is your birthday lunch. All Lunches served with an accompanying dessert. All reservations must be made by NOON on the Thursday before the scheduled dining program.

Birthday Lunch

Monday, March 2 at 12 p.m.

Entrée: Half a Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Cup of Minestrone Soup. $7 per person.

Ashland Lions Club FREE Breakfast Thursday, March 5, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Reservations: Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1 by Thursday, Feb. 26.

Lunch & Learn: Homeshare Programs with Jewish Family Services Monday, March 9 at 12  p.m. Entrée: Half a Mayflower Wrap (turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, side of Mayo) $7 per person.

Lunch Prepared by Culinary Students from Keefe Tech Tuesday, March 10 at 12 p.m. Entrée: Chicken Picatta. $8 per person.

Lunch Prepared by June Weiner, The Casual Gourmet  Wednesday, March 11 at 11:45 a.m. Entrée: Corned Beef and Cabbage. $7 per person.

Saint Patrick’s Day Lunch with Celtic Music by Tim Van Egmond,  Folksinger & Storyteller. Monday, March 16 at 12 p.m. Entrée: Shepard’s Pie. $8 per person. Entertainment Only Reservations: $4 per person. Call 508-881-0140 ext.1 by Thursday, March 12.

 Lunch & Learn: Springwell Caregiver Support with Jennifer Murray Monday, March 23 at 12 p.m. Entrée: Gobbler Sandwich (turkey breast, lettuce, tomato on a bulky roll) $7 per person. 

Lunch Prepared by Culinary Students from Keefe Tech Tuesday, March 24 at 12 p.m. Entrée: Tuscan Chicken. $8 per person.

Lunch with Trivia Monday, March 30 at 12 p.m. Entrée: Chicken Cordon Bleu. $8 per person.