The Council on Aging offices and the town’s senior center are located at 16 Lancaster County Road. To participate in classes, events, or programs listed here—or to ask questions about any COA service—call 978-456-4120.
The COA plans to start a singalong group in February if there is enough interest. Call and talk to either Pam or Maria and let them know if you are interested. The group could meet every other Thursday or Friday morning.
If the schools are closed due to inclement weather, COA programs will be canceled. Call for your name to be placed on the storm alert list.
Funniest moments in film. On Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 1 p.m., author Marty Gitlin will host an interactive presentation highlighting the biggest laughs in movie history.
Tour Corcoran House in Clinton, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 10:30 a.m. Tour this assisted living facility and have lunch.
Worcester Registry of Deeds presentation. On Thursday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. Katie Toomey and Stephanie Fattman, registers of deeds, will give a talk on land ownership and probate issues.
Meet Franny, the new police comfort dog, Monday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
“Book Club, The Next Chapter,” starring Jane Fonda and Diane Keaton, will be shown at the public library, 4 Pond Road, Monday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m.
A podiatry clinic will take place Friday, Jan. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dr. Kuizinas will trim nails and treat corns and calluses. $40 for a 15-minute appointment. Space is limited.
Dealing with loss. On Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 1 p.m., there will be a program, “Redefining LIfe After Loss.” Learn about coping mechanisms and how to incorporate healthy ways of dealing with loss into daily habits.
Books at home. Call the library at 978-456-4114 or email reference@harvardpubliclibrary.org to have books delivered to your home.
Save the dates
- Tony Funches of The Platters, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 1 p.m.
- Google class, Friday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m.
Fuel assistance applications are now being accepted. Gross income limits are $45,392 for a household of one and $59,359 for a household of two. The town also offers HEAT (Harvard Energy Assistance Team) financial help. Call to learn more.
Help with computers. Adam and Doug are available for one-on-one computer training or anything related to computers or technology. Call for an appointment on Tuesdays and Fridays, or browse through their online computer resource center at sites.google.com/view/hcoa-lab.
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. The van is disinfected daily and between riders. When there are four or more riders, masks are required.
Fitness classes. Fitness classes are offered online via Zoom and in person.
- Aerobics and weight-strengthening: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 to 10 a.m., via Zoom. $36 per 12-class session. Join at any time and the fee will be prorated.
- Line dancing: Mondays, 10:15 a.m. via Zoom. $4 per class.
- Zumba gold: Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. (new time.) $5 per class. At the Harvard Senior Center.
- 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. $25/month, $7/class. At the senior center.
Regular programs
- Vet Cafe: second Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m.
- Men’s coffee: Wednesdays, 9 a.m.
- Women’s coffee: Fridays, 10 a.m.
- Mahjong: Thursdays, 1 p.m.
- Fiber arts and knitting: Thursdays, 1 p.m.
- Afternoon bridge: Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.
- Men’s bridge: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
- Bingo: Thursday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m. Free.
- Grocery shopping: The van leaves at 10 a.m. on Fridays for Market Basket in Littleton. $2 per person.
Note: This information was drawn from the COA’s monthly newsletter, which contains additional 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.
