Notes from the Senior Center

COA Trips.  A variety of other trips are planned for the summer, including a USO Variety Show Trip, Mackinac Island, Tall Ships, Red Sox v. Blue Jays (in Toronto), Yo Yo Ma at Tanglewood, a Lobsterbake in Maine and a North Pole Express Train Ride.  For details visit the COA trips page on their website.

TAI CHI with Robin Natanel.  FREE "Try It" Tai Chi class on Wed., June 10 from 10:30-11:30am. Learn to use the Tai Chi form to increase your physical balance and  "sense" of balance. Tai Chi allows you to physically, mentally and emotionally  feel YOUR flow aligning with the flow of nature. The class begins with music and meditation, some Qi Qong breathing techniques, Temple exercises for flexible joints and strength, then the Tai Chi form itself.  Class adapts to the participant’s individual needs.  Tai Chi can lower blood pressure, improve balance and reduce pain.  The next Tai Chi session will begin June 24 (10:30-11:30am, Hearing Room).  The fee is $20 for the 4 week session (or $8/class if you opt not to register for the 4 week program.

LOIS’ FIT FOR THE FUTURE, Tuesday & Thursday, 10-11a.m., Hearing Room, $2.00/class. Lois Leav, Instructor. Stretching, toning, aerobic fitness and weight work done to music. This class adapts to all fitness levels. Exercises can be modified to meet individual needs. Pay only when you come. This is enjoyable way to exercise and meet new people. No pre-registration required.

NEED TRANSPORTATION? Call the MWRTA "Dial-A-Ride" at 508-820-4650. Door to door, shared van service is provided to Wayland residents 65 years of age or older, disabled of any age, or Wayland residents 60-65 years of age who have used Wayland COA van service in the past year. Pre-registration is required. Call MWRTA for further information on contact the Wayland COA. BOSTON SERVICE is now available for rides to medical appointments only-$5.00 each way. Call 508-820-4650 for additional information.

BRIDGE for ADVANCED BEGINNERS/INTERMEDIATE.  If you have basic skills and enjoy the game of bridge, consider joining this friendly group  who simply enjoy the opportunity to play and learn from each other.  Frequently there is an instructor who attends.  There is no fee for this program.  Registration is not required.  Players convene at 9am every Friday morning in the Senior Center.

GENEALOGY MEETS TUESDAYS.  If you are interested in research techniques and the study of family ancestry and history, join this group that now meets on Tuesdays at 1pm at the Senior Center.

MAH JONG is held Mondays at 1pm at the Senior Center.  If you know how to play, join us.  If you have thought about playing and would like to learn, instruction is available.  This is a rummy type game played with tiles. 

MOVIES AT THE SENIOR CENTER are shown twice monthly. Showtime is 12:30pm. Popcorn and cold drinks are provided. It’s all complimentary! Bring a friend, and/or bring your lunch.  The next movie date is June 12 when the classic "To Kill A Mockingbird" starring Gregory Peck will be shown (1962).  The second movie date in June will be June 26.  The new release "Hotel For Dogs", a PG comedy with Emma Roberts will be featured.

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