Council on Aging offices and the town’s senior center are located at Hildreth House, 15 Elm Street. To participate in classes, events, or programs listed here—or to ask questions about any COA service—call 978-456-4120.
The move to the new Harvard Senior Center at 16 Lancaster County Road is now scheduled for mid-June. The COA will be closed on Juneteenth, June 19.
Legal advice: Attorney Nancy Chew will present “Taking Control of Your Future: A Legal Checkup,” Tuesday, June 6, at 1 p.m. Learn about estate planning, power of attorney, and health care proxies.
Naval yard tour: Visit the USS Constitution and the Paul Revere midnight ride landing site on a tour of the Charlestown Navy Yard, Wednesday, June 7. The van leaves at 9 a.m.; fee is $10. You must have a valid ID to board the Constitution.
MassHealth recertification: If you need help filling out your MassHealth recertification, appointments will be available Thursday, June 8, and Friday, June 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Specialists will be on hand to answer questions about Medicaid and Medicare.
Spa day: Manicures, pedicures, mini-facials, and chair massage will be available Monday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Services are $15 each; cash only.
Bird lecture: “The Secret Life of Birds” On Tuesday, June 13, at 1 p.m. there will be an illustrated lecture on the birds of Massachusetts. Meet two birds of prey at this free event.
Living with osteoporosis: On Wednesday, June 14, at 10 a.m., the Emerson Hospital Wellness program will give an online lecture on “Living and Moving with Osteoporosis.” Register at tinyurl.com/2p9476ze; Zoom link is emersonhosp-org.zoom.us/j/83365815008.
Harbor cruise: Board the Yankee Clipper Wednesday, June 14, at 9:30 a.m. to experience Newburyport harbor along with ospreys, eagles, and herons. $30 fee includes van fare; pay when signing up.
Garden tour: There will be a guided tour of the Garden at Elm Bank, Wellesley, Wednesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. This 36-acre property features 16 different gardens. $15 fee includes van and lunch; pay when you sign up.
I scream, you scream: Enjoy a sundae at the ice cream social, Thursday, June 22, 2 p.m. This free event will feature the band Side Effects. Signup by June 15 required.
Avoiding scams: Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. will give a presentation on “Scammer Tactics,” Tuesday, June 27, at 1 p.m. Learn about active scams in the community.
Lunch at Stephen Anthony’s: Enjoy lunch and a view of Hager Pond at Stephen Anthony’s Restaurant in Marlborough, Wednesday, June 28, at 11:30 a.m., and visit the country store and candy shop. Van fee is $5.
Grocery shopping: The van leaves at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. on Fridays for Market Basket in Littleton. $2 per person. Call to reserve a spot.
Books at home: If you are homebound, call the library at 978-456-4114, or email
reference@harvardpubliclibrary.org to have books delivered.
COA van guidelines: Fees for the use of the van vary according to destination; payment in exact change is expected at the time of a ride. To schedule a ride, call the COA; 48 hours’ notice is requested. When there is more than one rider, masks are recommended.
The COA is looking for part-time drivers; call for more information.
Fitness classes: Fitness classes are offered online via Zoom and in person.
- Aerobics and weight strengthening: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m., via Zoom. $36 per 12-class session.
- Line dancing: Mondays, 10:15 a.m. via Zoom. $4 per class.
- Zumba gold: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. in person at the Bolton COA, 600 Main Street.
- Yoga for everybody: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. in person at the Congregational Church, 5 Still River Road, and via Zoom. $48 per six-week session; $10 for drop-ins. All in-person attendees must show proof of vaccination.
- Tai chi: Thursdays, 9 a.m. at the Congregational Church, $25/month, $7/class.
Contact the COA to learn more about fitness classes.
Regular programs
Most programs are now in person.
- Vet Cafe: Second Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m. Join fellow veterans for coffee and conversation. All are welcome.
- Men’s coffee: Wednesdays, 9 a.m.
- Women’s coffee: Fridays, 10 a.m.
- Mahjong in the parlor: Thursdays, 1 p.m.
- Fiber arts and knitting: Thursdays, 1 p.m.
- Social hour for singles, Tuesdays, 1:15 p.m.
- Afternoon bridge, Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. All are welcome.
- Men’s bridge: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
- TED talk: last Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m.
Note: This information was drawn from the COA’s monthly newsletter, which contains other valuable information for Harvard’s older residents. Call the COA to receive the newsletter via email, or view it online at www.harvard-ma.gov/council-aging/pages/coa-newsletters.
