COA goes to the movies
Monday, July 15, 1 p.m., Harvard Public Library. This month’s movie, starring Denzel Washington, tells the story of a commercial airline pilot who struggles with the label of being an American hero, after pulling off a heroic feat.
Monthly restaurant visit
Wednesday, July 17, Bamboo Restaurant, Westford. Bamboo offers a daily lunch buffet or a menu option. Seniors may take the COA van from Hildreth House at 11:15 a.m. or meet at the restaurant. The van will return around 1:30 p.m. Sign up by Monday, July 15. Space is limited. Call 978-456-4120 to reserve a seat on the van.
On the road with COA
Call the COA office at 978-456-4120 for more details or to sign up for trips. Because van space is limited, early sign-ups are recommended.
- Tuesday, July 23, Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Merrimack, N.H. Seniors will tour the brewery and learn steps in the brewing process. At the end of the tour, there will be an opportunity to sample some of the brewery’s products or have a soda. The bus will leave Hildreth House at 8:45 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. The cost for this trip is $10, not including lunch at the Common Man restaurant in Merrimack. Call the COA by Thursday, July 18.
- Friday, August 2, Yankee Homecoming, Newburyport. Enjoy a stroll around the coastal town of Newburyport. Shops will have sidewalk sales during this annual event. Lunch will be at Michael’s Harborside, known for its water view and seafood. The bus will leave Hildreth House at 9 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. The cost is $10, plus the cost of lunch. To reserve a place call the COA by July 26. Space is limited.
- Wednesday, August 21 WCVB TV. Because of the popularity of the first trip to WCVB TV, the COA has planned another. Enjoy a tour of the studio, meet the news anchors, and watch the noon news—live. The cost is $10, plus the cost of lunch. This trip is currently full, but call if you would like to be placed on the waiting list.
Groton summer concert
Saturday, July 20, Groton’s free summer concert series will present a 70s show from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Groton Gazebo. Sponsored by the Main Street Café in Groton, the concert will feature local bands performing music by the Doobie Brothers, Carol King, Elton John, Bad Company, Abba, Fleetwood Mac, Carly Simon, Eagles, and others. The concert and van are free and people are welcome to bring beverages. Dinner will be at 4:30 p.m. at Johnson’s in Groton. Van space is limited.
Annual COA Barbecue
The annual COA barbecue will be held Thursday, August 22, at Hildreth House and will include hot dogs, hamburgers, and all the typical barbecue fare. Call the COA to sign up for the event so there will be enough food.
