Friday, June 30 Coffee Connection 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Stop & Shop 8:30 a.m. Senior Fitness 9:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:15 a.m.

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1 NARRAGANSETT LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE On Wednesday, August 16 th at 9:00 a.m. we will be leaving by motorcoach from the side parking lot of St. Mary s Church in Foxborough and heading down to Rhode Island. Our first stop will be the Quonset Point Officer s Club for a delicious, full course luncheon. The menu includes a Garden Tossed Salad, entrée choice of Fresh Baked Scrod or Baked Chicken with lemon, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans, Mud Pie Ice Cream and your choice of coffee or tea. After lunch, we ll board the Millennium Ferry for a narrated Narragansett Bay Lighthouse tour, including ten beautiful lighthouses and a Newport Harbor tour. We ll cruise under the breathtaking Jamestown and Newport Bridges, past mansions, historic Fort Adams and many other historic Rhode Island sights. We will return home by 5:00 p.m. The cost for the trip is $91 per person (includes all gratuities). Sign up for this trip beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28 th by calling the senior center at Payment is due by Wednesday, July 28 th. Monday, June 26 Jay Barrows Office Hour 9:00 a.m. Chair Yoga 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi 10:30 a.m. Scrabble 12:30 p.m. Knitting 1:00 p.m. Stop & Shop 1:00 p.m. Alzheimer s Support Group 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 Stretch & Balance 8:30 a.m. Coffee with Chris 9:00 a.m. Manicures by appointment 9:00 a.m. Zumba Gold Class 9:45 a.m. Nutrition 11:00 a.m. Movie Day What Maisie Knew 12:30 p.m. Talespinners 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 28 Coffee Connection 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Strength Training 8:30 a.m. Relaxation and Meditation Class 10:30 a.m. Coffee with the Town Manager 12:30 p.m. Christmas Tree Shop 1:00 p.m. Colorist Club 2:00 p.m. Senior Supper Club 4:30 p.m. Thursday, June 29 Art Class with Barbara 10:00 a.m. Men s Luncheon 12:00 noon YMCA Diabetes Prevention 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 30 Coffee Connection 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Stop & Shop 8:30 a.m. Senior Fitness 9:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:15 a.m.

2 Crafters Corner 10:15 a.m. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Starting in June, the Foxborough Council on Aging and Human Services will host a monthly support group for caregivers of someone with dementia. This group will be meeting at the senior center on the fourth Monday of each month from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. and will be facilitated by Kristin Heuwold. Kristin has been trained by the Alzheimer s Association as a support group leader. Meetings can be more of an educational nature or provide members with a forum to discuss current concerns and resources for support. This will vary from month to month as the needs of the group change. The first meeting will be on Monday, June 26 th. If you are interested in attending, please sign up in advance by calling the senior center at LAUGHTER WORKSHOP Have you ever felt better after having a good laugh? Join us at the senior center for our new 5-week Laughter Workshop, led by David Lesky Lescoe, Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor. This program is free and it will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on the following Thursdays: July 6 & 13, and August 3, 10 & 17. Laughter improves your mood! It causes the release of endorphins, which stimulate feelings of caring and forgiveness as well as acting as a natural painkiller. It has been scientifically proven that laughter has beneficial health effects. It boosts the immune system by increasing levels of anti-viral and anti-infection cells, and it provides an excellent cardio and mid-body workout. Each session starts with a gentle warm-up, then laughter is simulated as a physical exercise. If you d like to take part in our laughter workshops, please call the senior center at to sign up in advance. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a willingness to feel better! QI GONG AND MEDITATION/RELAXATION CLASSES Join us this summer as we learn the ancient healing practice of Qigong. Qigong and Meditation/Relaxation Classes will be held at the senior center from 5 to 6 p.m. on the following Wednesday afternoons: July 12 & 19 and August 9, 16 & 30. Many of us are so busy with our daily routines that we forget to take some time out for ourselves. This is your chance! Qigong is a form of gentle exercise composed of movements that work with the meridian energy pathways of the body to enhance the flow of energy (Qi). The practice of Qigong typically involves moving meditation, slow flowing movements, deep rhythmic breathing and a calm state of mind. These classes will be led by instructor Jeanne Donnelly who has been teaching various forms of exercise for close to 40 years. There is a $2 charge for each class. If you d like to join us for this opportunity to learn gentle healing Qigong exercises followed by healing meditation, please call the senior center at to sign up in advance. If you need transportation for any of our late afternoon Wednesday programs, please call the senior center by 11:00 a.m. of the preceding day. FENWAY PARK TOUR AND LUNCHEON OUTING Join us on Thursday, July 13 th when we ll be off to visit Fenway Park, America s Most Beloved Park and home of the Boston Red Sox. We ll be leaving Foxborough by motorcoach from the side parking lot of St. Mary s Church at 8:30 a.m. Our group will have a special, guided tour of Fenway Park and our knowledgeable guide will provide a wonderful narrative of Fenway s history and present day upgrades and amenities. After the tour, we will enjoy a delicious luncheon at the No Name Restaurant where a variety of fresh fish, beef and chicken is available off the menu. Following lunch we will make a stop at historic Quincy Market where many shopping and sightseeing opportunities await. The cost for this day in Boston is $81 and includes all gratuities. Sign up for this trip by calling the senior center at Payment is due by Friday, June 23. Don t Wait til Next Year! MEDITATION AND RELAXATION CLASSES There are times when life can be a little hectic, and at those moments we may long for a little quiet time to clear our minds and decompress. Starting in June, the senior center will be offering weekly Meditation and Relaxation classes on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. These classes will be led by Chair Yoga instructor Michelle Lawlor. The goal of meditation is to go beyond the mind and experience our essential nature which is described as peace, happiness and bliss. Meditation is about training your brain to bring your thoughts and

3 feelings into awareness. It s about examining who you are and it teaches you to appreciate every moment for what it is. Just as physical exercise strengthens your body, meditation tones and strengthens the mind. So come join us as we get our minds into shape. HISTORY LECTURE WITH PAOLO DIGREGORIO Paolo DiGregorio, the Artifactual Scholar and our favorite history teacher, will be at the senior center on Thursdays, July 6 & 13 at 1:00 p.m. Paolo is an historian, archeologist and educator with a passion for telling stories and bringing history to life. In July, Paolo will be speaking on China and Japan from the 19 th to early 20 th century. The topic of the July 6 th program is China and the West the Decline of the Celestial Empire, 1830 to If you d like to join us for Paolo s never boring and always entertaining programs, please call the senior center at to sign up and reserve your seat. MEN S LUNCHEON Join us for our Men s Luncheon on Thursday, June 29 th at 12:00 noon. Following lunch, our program will be Human Services Fun and Games with our Social Worker Pam McGuire. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the services available through our Human Services department. We will be serving some delicious deli sandwiches, chips and cookies. The cost for lunch is $3. Our lunch will be catered, so please call the senior center at if you would like to attend. As always, everyone is welcome to join us for the speaking portion of the program at no cost after lunch has been served. COFFEE WITH CHRIS Do you have any questions about our upcoming day trips and overnight trips for 2016, or are you interested in finding out about some of our upcoming programs? Chris Shewry will have a coffee hour on the last Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. to share trip information and flyers in the Coffee Connection at the senior center. The next Coffee with Chris will be held on Tuesday, June 27 th. This is your chance to find out about some of our upcoming programs and trips and share some ideas. So come join Chris for a cup of coffee and talk about what s up for COFFEE WITH THE TOWN MANAGER Come join us at the senior center for some Coffee and Conversation with our Town Manager Bill Keegan on Wednesday, June 28 th from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Take advantage of this face-to-face opportunity to find out about any new projects going on in town and get a greater understanding of some of the issues facing Foxborough. Please call us at to let us know if you ll be coming and if you have a topic that you would like to discuss, please let us know what that topic is when you sign up. MOVIE DAY Movie Day for the month of June is scheduled for Tuesday, June 27 th at 12:30 p.m. and our featured film will be What Maisie Knew. The offspring of a hot-headed musician (Julianne Moore) and an art dealer (Steve Coogan), little Maisie (Onata Aprile) learns the hard way about how difficult divorce can be on a youngster. The quiet, obedient child gets caught in the middle as her self-absorbed parents who use her as a pawn in a bitter custody battle. After her parents marry new mates, Maisie finds reason to hope for some genuine affection but permanent damage to her psyche may already have been done. Take in a good movie with friends and feel free to bring your lunch to enjoy ahead of time in our Coffee Connection. Please call us at if you d like to sign up. SENIOR SUPPER CLUB Are you tired of eating supper alone? You are invited to join our Senior Supper Club on one Wednesday each month. Come on over to the senior center for a nice evening meal and join your friends from the Foxborough Council on Aging and HESSCO Elder Services. On Wednesday, June 28 th we ll be enjoying our menu of Meatball and Sausage Ziti Bake, Tossed Salad and Specialty Dessert. The event starts at 4:30 p.m. with supper to be served by 5:00 p.m. A voluntary donation of $3.00 per person can be given on that evening. Space is

4 limited, so please let us know to save a place for you. Call us at by Monday, June 26 th your reservation and to arrange for transportation, if needed. to make JAY BARROWS OFFICE HOURS State Representative Jay Barrows holds office hours at the senior center on the 4 th Monday of every month at 9:00 a.m. His next visit will be on June 26 th. Come to the convenient location of the senior center to take advantage of this opportunity to meet Representative Barrows, have your concerns heard, or to simply get information. MANICURES Our manicurist Sheri Thorpe will be at the senior center on Tuesday, June 27 th beginning at 9:00 a.m. for 20 minute appointments. Sheri uses OPI products. Just call us at to make your appointment for this service that will leave you feeling and looking great. MEDICAL INFORMATION AND SERVICES S.H.I.N.E You can obtain health insurance information and assistance through the SHINE (Serving the Health Information Needs of Everyone) Program. The SHINE program provides free and confidential health insurance information counseling and assistance to Massachusetts residents who are or will be eligible for Medicare and their families. A SHINE counselor will be available at the senior center to meet with you individually on Tuesday, July 12 th and 20 th. If you would like to schedule an appointment with the SHINE counselor, call the senior center at REGULARLY SCHEDULED EXERCISE CLASSES It s always time to join us at the senior center for some or all of our weekly exercise programs. We have Chair Yoga classes that meet every Monday morning at 9:30 a.m., followed by Tai Chi classes at 10:30 a.m. Every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. we hold Stretch and Balance classes, followed by some Latin dancing in our Zumba Gold class at 9:45 a.m. Strength Training classes are scheduled for Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. and Senior Fitness classes are held every Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. There is a $2 charge for each class. No more excuses! Come and get moving with us. ZUMBA GOLD CLASSES It s time to start getting ourselves moving. Come and learn some Latin dance moves with us and we ll have some fun getting in shape. Zumba is an exercise program inspired by Latin dance as it combines Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise to create an aerobic routine that is fun and easy to follow. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to work out, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. Zumba Gold classes focus on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. If you re looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates original Zumba moves but at a lower intensity, then come join us at our Zumba Gold classes at the senior center on Tuesday mornings from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Learn some Latin dance moves with our instructor Biliana BB Mileva, and have some fun while getting in shape. There is a $2 charge for each class. SHOPPING We will be going to Stop & Shop on Mondays at 1 p.m. and on Fridays at 8:30 a.m. There is room on the van to accommodate 3 of your shopping bags on the trip home. We also schedule other shopping trips on Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. If you would like to go on the van, please call the senior center at to arrange for a ride. The following is a list of other shopping trips and outings we have planned. June 28 Christmas Tree Shop July 5 - Walmart

5 MEALS AT THE RODMAN BUILDING AT ANNON COURT SERVED AT 11:45 A.M. If you plan to dine at the mealsite, please give Marcia at least two days notice by calling The suggested donation for a meal is $3.00. The Van-Go is available for transportation on a limited basis by calling the senior center at Meals contain approx. 700 calories, 600 mgs. sodium with no added salt, 3 oz. entrée, low fat & low sodium gravies. Sodium amounts are listed beside each menu item. Monday, June 26 Beef Chili 266 Rice 36 Corn Bread 280 Mandarin Oranges 6 Sodium 588 Calories500 Tuesday, June 27 Beef Bordelaise 247 Mashed Potato 62 Scandinavian Blend Vegetables 42 Whole Wheat Bread 160 Mixed Fruit 10 Sodium 521 Calories 623 Wednesday, June 28 Shepherd s Pie 283 Peas & Carrots 80 Oatmeal Roll 121 Birthday Cake 209 Sodium 693 Calories 731 Thursday, June 29 Cream of Broccoli Soup 212 Chicken Parmesan 361 Penne Pasta 56 Multigrain Roll 190 Peaches 5 Sodium 824 Calories 530 Friday, June 30 Seafood Casserole 569 Rice Florentine 112 Green & Wax Beans 3 Dinner Roll 160 Fruit Cup 10 Sodium 854 Calories 454

TRIP INFORMATION LUNCH AT THE VENEZIA AND TRIP TO THE OMNI IMAX THEATER

TRIP INFORMATION LUNCH AT THE VENEZIA AND TRIP TO THE OMNI IMAX THEATER FATHERS DAY LUNCHEON Come and celebrate Fathers Day with us here at the senior center on Thursday, June 25 th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at our Fathers Day Luncheon. This is a free luncheon catered by Chickie