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.
Grief support group meets Monday, June 9, 2 p.m. Share experiences and learn about the grieving process with Karen Campbell, spiritual and bereavement care coordinator for Nashoba Nursing Service and Hospice.
Welcome to Mars. On Tuesday, June 10, at 1 p.m., J. Kelly Beatty will offer a talk on the red planet, and what happened to turn it into the deeply frozen wasteland it is today.
Lunch at the Old Mill restaurant, Friday, June 13, 11:15 a.m. Come and share in their hospitality and be enthralled by the romantic beauty of the surroundings. The average menu is priced between $20 and $25.
Book discussion group, Monday, June 16, 1 p.m. Join a discussion with topics chosen biweekly from the book “Eightysomethings” by Katharine Esty, about the experience of aging.
Chair yoga. Join this gentle yoga class with Barbara Rich Tuesday, June 17, 10:30 a.m. Fee $10 per class. Remember to leave the self-judgment behind.
Denis Cormier and his music program “Songs of Yesteryear” will provide an afternoon of entertainment Tuesday, June 17, at 1 p.m.
Tour historic sites in Harvard on a bus tour led by Carlene Phillips Wednesday, June 18, 10 a.m. See churches and monuments on the Common, and places important to the Shakers and the Alcott family. Space is limited.
Ice cream social. Come have an ice cream sundae on the patio and visit with friends old and new Wednesday, June 18, at 2 p.m. Free, for Harvard seniors and volunteers only. Sign up by Friday, June 13.
Geriatric care manager and Harvard resident Jack Whelan will visit Tuesday, June 24, 1 p.m., to talk about what a geriatric care manager does and the benefits of hiring one. Learn how care managers can evaluate in-home care needs, help with short- and long-term care plans, coordinate medical services, and more.
Movies for grownups. This month’s movie is a tale loosely based on the early life of Steven Spielberg. From 2022, rated PG13. At the Harvard Public Library, 4 Pond Road, Monday, June 30, 1 p.m.
Calling all artists. The senior center will hold an art day Friday, July 11, 9 a.m. to noon, for artists of all types to work on pieces for submission to the library Tiny Art Show planned for August.
Northfield riverboat cruise. On Wednesday, July 16, at 10 a.m., take the riverboat “The Heritage” on a 12-mile, 90-minute cruise down the Connecticut River through the enchanting French King Gorge. Cost is $14, sign up and pay by Friday, June 20.
Vermont overnight trip, Wednesday, Aug. 13, and Thursday, Aug. 14. Take an overnight road trip to Quechee, Vermont. Visit the Simon Pearce Glass Studio, stay at the Align Inn, and see Woodstock the following morning. Call Pam to discuss accommodations and costs. Sign up and pay before July 11. This is a nonrefundable trip.
Weekly grocery shopping. The van to Market Basket in Littleton departs Fridays, 10 a.m.
ongregate meals. Meals will be served Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the senior center. Meals on wheels can also be arranged.
Mart Connects now serves Harvard with subsidized transportation to nearby towns for any adult. Available 7 days a week, 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Schedule one day in advance by 2 p.m. by calling 1-800-922-5636 option 4; a credit or debit card is required. This service can not accommodate wheelchairs.
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 harvard-ma.gov/council-aging/pages/coa-newsletters.
