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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!

Reminder:  Closed

Nov. 11 for Veterans Day

Nov. 25 at 12 noon

Nov. 26-27 for Thanksgiving

Featuring: Medicare Open Enrollment In-person Open Enrollment Consultation

Dec. 7, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. FREE. Call 508-881-0140 ext.1 to set up an appointment.

Birding: Fall Migration with Tia Pinney, Mass Audubon

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. FREE.

Register: Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1. Walk-ins welcome.

Veterans Day Luncheon

Sponsored by Ashland Police Association Local 403 Union & Ashland Fire Fighters Local 1893 Union. Tuesday, Nov. 10, 12 p.m., FREE.

Honoring all who served with a guest and spouses of fallen Veterans with a guest.

Entrée: Stuffed chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and dessert.

Presentation by Retired Marine Anthony Carter and Patriotic Songs by Sean Fullerton.

Reservations Required: Limited Seating. Call to Reserve Your Space at 508-881-0140 ext. 1 by Thursday, Nov. 5 at Noon.

FREE Lunches Reservation Policy: 

Reservations for FREE lunch may be made starting on the first day of the month in which the event is held. All reservations are made with the Main office. MAX: 90 attendees. No take-out lunches. Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the event so that individuals on the wait list may attend. 

NO-SHOWS: If you reserve a spot and do not attend without calling to cancel, you will not be eligible to register for the next free event.

Fraud Prevention with

District Attorney Marian Ryan

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 1 p.m. FREE.

In partnership with the offices of Senate President Karen Spilka and Representative Jack Patrick Lewis. Registration required: Space is limited.

Thanksgiving Lunch with Trivia & Prizes

Monday, Nov. 23, 12 p.m.  COST $8 per person.

Turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, butternut squash, cranberry sauce, rolls, pumpkin pie and ice cream.

Reservations Due: Thursday, Nov. 19 at noon. Please use the payment box located outside the Main Office.

Brewing Knowledge: How our Town Works

Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. FREE

Join the Interim Town Manager, Katherine Bird and Town Clerk, Cindy Livingstone. Learn about the responsibilities of the Town Clerks Office: Voting, Town Records, Licensing, and more... for Coffee and Conversation. Registration and Walk-Ins Welcome.

The Lively Ladies Club

Starts Thursday, Nov. 5 at 12:15 p.m. FREE

Meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month. Join us for Coffee and Conversation.

The Lively Ladies’ Club is a welcoming community created to connect, inspire, and empower women through meaningful relationships and shared experiences. Register: Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1. Walk-ins welcome.

Essay Writing Competition

Entry Deadline: Monday, Nov. 23 by noon.

Submit to: Mary Opanasets in person or email [email protected]

Theme: A Happy Memory

Max: 250 Typed Words

Winning essay read at Lunch on Dec. 14 and published in January 2027 Newsletter.

Participants: Older Adults, 60+ Questions? Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1.

Legal Phone Consultation

Friday, Nov. 13, 10-11:30 a.m. with Arthur P. Bergeron, Mirick Law. Call to schedule a FREE 20-minute appointment.

Mobility Equipment

Borrow/Loan Program

We offer a variety of gently used, high-quality mobility aids available for short-term loan at no cost to you. Equipment includes: walkers, rollators, canes, manual wheelchairs and transport chairs, shower benches and bath chairs, knee scooters and bed rails. Please call to check availability.

SHINE (Serving the Health

Insurance Needs of Everyone) 

In-Person Open Enrollment Consultation. Oct. 15-Dec. 7, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. FREE. Call to set up an appointment.

Veterans Office Hours

Wednesday, Nov. 4 and 18, 9-11:30 a.m.

Appointments recommended. Call 508-429-0629 to schedule.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES 

All Programs & Activities require registration unless noted in the specific event description.

To register, call 508-881-0140 ext. 1 or stop by the Senior Center at 162 West, Union Street, Ashland.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT

Registrations Required. Creative Writing Group with Clara Mott, Romance Writer.

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month, 9:30 a.m.

Nov. 10 – Describe what Fall feels like to you or write about a favorite Fall memory.

Nov. 21 – Write a short letter or reflection to your younger self (pick any age) sharing what you wish you had known then.

Digital Literacy Class:

Shopping Safely Online

(Computers, Phones, Tablets) with Jonathan Baron.

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m.

Minimum 4, Maximum 10 participants.

Movie with Popcorn:

Remarkably Bright Creatures PG13 (2026)

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1-3 p.m. Comedy/Drama.

BOARDS, COMMITTEE & COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Ashland Council on Aging (COA) Meeting. 

Thursday, Nov. 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Open to the Public.

Friends of the Ashland Council on Aging (FOACOA)

Thursday, Nov. 5, 12-1:30 p.m. Open to the Public.

Dull Men’s Club with Doc

Tuesday, Nov. 3, Breakfast, 9:30 a.m., 2Mauro’s Café (self-pay)

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m., Nov. 10, 17, 24 at Ashland Senior Center

Coffee and Conversation. All 60+ men welcome!

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Registrations: Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1. Unless otherwise noted.

Blood Pressure Clinic 

Wednesdays,10:30 a.m. Walk-ins welcome!

Hearing Aid Cleaning by Hopkinton Audiology with Darcy Rapucci. Monday, Nov. 9,10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mindful Coloring

First and third Thursdays of the month, 1:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome!

Mindfulness & Meditation with Mary Green. Thursdays, 11 a.m. $5 per person suggested donation per class. (No Mindfulness & Meditation on Nov. 26)

Parkinson’s Boxing with Tessa Herbold - FREE

First and third Wednesday of the month,1:30 p.m. Equipment provided.

Sound Meditation with Sonia Stingo – FREE

Thursday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m.

Sound vibrations will help to reduce stress and promote harmony. Bring a blanket and small pillow.

ARTS & CRAFTS

Registration required unless otherwise noted. Call 508-881-0140 ext. 1.

Craft Class with Karen: Fall Centerpiece.

Friday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. Supplies provided.

Craft Class with Elissa: Frosted Jar Luminaries. Thursday, Nov. 12, 10 a.m. Supplies provided.

Craft Class with Milly: Ceramic Painted Turkey Decoration. Thursday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. Supplies provided.

Intermediate & Advanced Watercolor Class

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

See Instructor for details. Techniques and tools to enhance your paintings. (No Class on Nov. 24 and 25)

DROP-IN Knitting & Crocheting Group

Second and fourth Tuesday of the month,11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bring your current project, share conversations, and enjoy knitting with our group.

Knit Along with Nancy

Second and Fourth Thursdays,1-2:30 p.m.

Beginner's Knitting Project: Christmas Stocking. Supplies provided. All levels welcome! (No Class on Nov. 25)

EXERCISE

All classes have a suggested donation of $5 per person, unless otherwise indicated.

FREE TRIAL CLASSES

Curious about our exercise classes? Join us for a one-time trial session! It’s a great way to experience the class, meet the instructor, and see if it’s righ

for you.

Chair Yoga with Mary

Wednesdays, 1 p.m. (No Chair Yoga on Nov. 11 & 25)

Chair Volleyball FREE

Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m. (No Chair Volleyball on Nov. 10 and 17)

Exercise with Joni

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. (No Exercise Class on Nov. 11 and 27)

Line Dancing with Lisa

Thursdays,1-1:45 p.m. (No Line Dancing on Nov. 26)

Ping Pong FREE

Tuesdays, 11 a.m.

Tai Chi with Jon

Tuesdays, 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Zumba Gold with Scott

Tuesdays at 9:15-10 a.m.

GAMES

Canasta

Wednesdays,1 p.m.

(No Canasta on Nov. 11 or 25)

Chess

Mondays, 1 p.m.

Cribbage

Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.

(No Cribbage on Nov. 26)

Mahjong

Fridays, 9:30 a.m. Beginner Mahjong (make appt.) Fridays, 10:30 a.m. for all levels. (no Mahjong on Nov. 27)

Pitch Card Game

Mondays, 1 p.m.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS  Registrations required.

In collaboration with the Ashland Public Library. Register at https://www.ashlandmass.com/1224/APL-Calendar

The First Lady of WWII with Author Shannon McKenna Schmidt  Nov. 2, 7-8 p.m.

Petticoat Patriots with Speaker & Author Libby McNamee  Nov. 9, 7-8 p.m.

Little Mister Victory with Author & Historian David Kruh Nov. 16, 7-8 p.m.

Florida’s Gulf Coast: Fort De Soto to Tippecanoe with Bill Gette  Nov. 19, 1-2:15 p.m.

More Holiday Romance Book Recommendations with Booklist Reviewer, John Charles Nov. 30, 7-8 p.m.

MEAL PROGRAMS Reservations required. All Lunch reservations must be made by noon the Thursday before the scheduled lunch.

BREAKFAST

Ashland Lions Club FREE Breakfast. Thursday, Nov. 5, 9:30-11 a.m. Meat or vegetable breakfast sandwiches with bacon, sausage, hash browns, fruit, coffee, tea and juice. Reservations: by Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Lunch & Learn: Decluttering and the Roadmap to Selling a Home  with Ellen Koswick, REMAX. Monday, Nov. 9, 12 p.m.  -  $7 per person.

Entrée: lasagna, meatballs, garden salad, rolls and butter

Reservations for Lunch: by Thursday, Nov. 5.

Lunch and Learn: Medicare FRAUD with Judy Gertler, Senior Medicare Patrol.

Monday, Nov. 16, at 12 p.m.  -  $7per person.

Entrée: Chicken noodle soup and half a turkey sandwich with lettuce and tomato. Reservations for Lunch: by Thursday, Nov. 12.

Lunch Prepared & Served by Keefe Tech Students at Ashland Senior Center. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m.  -  $7 per person.

Entrée: Chicken Marsala, potatoes, vegetables, salad, and rolls. Reservations for Lunch: by Thursday, Nov. 12.

Lunch

Monday, Nov. 30, 12 p.m.  -  $7 per person. Entrée: Roast pork with gravy, roasted potatoes, vegetables, applesauce. Reservations for Lunch: by Tuesday, Nov. 24.