To sign up for any Council on Aging events, to reserve a seat on the COA van, or for more information, please call 978-456-4120. Unless otherwise noted, signup is necessary. All trips leave from the parking lot at St. Theresa’s Church.
For mind, body, soul
- Weight strengthening and aerobics, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 to 10 a.m., Congregational Church
- Line dancing, Mondays, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., Congregational Church
- Tai chi, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., Fellowship Building
- Stretch and tone yoga, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Congregational Church
- Gentle zumba gold, Fridays, 9 to 9:45 a.m., Fellowship Building
Let’s go to the movies
See an adaptation of Jane Austen’s novella “Lady Susan” Monday, Oct. 3, at 1 p.m. at Volunteers Hall. The film stars Kate Beckinsale and is rated PG.
Computer support
and workshops
COA’s computer gurus will be on hand each Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the computer lab at the old library. Drop in for help and suggestions about working with your computer.
Workshop sessions focusing on specific topics are held Friday afternoons at 1 p.m.
• Sept. 23 – Learn some of the finer points of using Facebook.
• Sept. 30 – Learn several common techniques of backing up your computer.
Helpers needed at
Flea Market booth
The Friends of the Council on Aging are collecting treasures to sell at their booth at the Annual Harvard Flea Market, Saturday, Oct. 8, and need volunteers to help on that day. Help is needed to set up in the morning and to work at the booth for a shift during the day. Call Sharon Briggs at 508-451-7076 to lend a hand.
What Is Qigong?
Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused attention. The COA is considering bringing Quigong to Harvard’s seniors. A minimum of eight participants is needed. There would be two classes per week, and the fee would be $40 per month. Please call the COA office if you are interested.
Trip to Lowell Historical Park
On Friday, Sept. 30, have lunch at the Life Alive restaurant and a visit to the Lowell National Historical Park. Trolley and walking tours of the park are free; boat tours cost $10 for seniors. The van fee is $5.
Trips in the works for October are a Boston Harbor cruise and a visit to the Museum of Contemporary Art in western Massachusetts.
