Please note that Regular events have been modified.   Thank you! 

The Millis Senior Center is located at 900 Main Street on the ground floor of the Veterans Memorial building. The Center is open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesdays  8:30-4  Thursdays   8:30-2   Fridays 8:30-12:30. For more information call (508) 376-7051

Regular Events: 

Technological  Training for Multi– Devices   Having trouble with your laptop, smart phone or tablet? Available by appointment any Monday from 10-12. 

Blood Pressure Checks   We have a registered volunteer nurse that will provide a blood pressure check for you every Thursday from 11:00-11:30.

Cribbage  Meets every Monday and Friday from 9:30-12. 

BINGO   Every Thursday at 12:15 in room 21. SUPER Bingo (the last pot is worth $25) is every 2nd and last Thursday of the month. 

Stretch & Flow Yoga    Every Friday at 10:00 in room 130. Cost is $3.00 per class. Class will meet in room 18 on July 16th and 23rd due to room conflicts.

Line Dancing with Jean  Every Thursday at 10. $4.00 per class. 

Free Bread And Pastry   is available on a daily basis every day in room 21 courtesy of Roche Brothers, Shaws, Country Kitchen  and Blue Moon Bakery. 

Nanak’s Kitchen The Sikh Dharma food relief program is providing bags of nonperishable organic, vegan foods to anyone in need at the Council on Aging every Monday from 9-11  All are welcome. 

December Events:

 New England Investment & Retirement Group    is hosting an event to highlight risks posed to retirees pertaining to key areas of financial planning: retirement & income planning, investing, taxation, and estate planning. Please join us on Tuesday, December 14th at 2 PM at the Millis Senior Center. We will identify key risks and answer your specific financial planning questions such as outliving retirement assets, tax migration and avoiding probate. Refreshments will be provided. Reservations are strongly suggested.   

Podiatry   Main Street Podiatry will be here Wednesday, December 1st from 9-11 to trim your toe nails and provide an initial evaluation of your feet. They accept most insurances with the exception of BMC. There may be charges from your insurance such as co-pays, deductibles, etc. Please check to with your insurance in advance to see if a referral is required. Pre- registration for appointments will be required. We will mail or email you a form that can be filled out prior to your visit. Please bring your insurance cards and completed form to the first visit.  Please note that home visits can be arranged by calling the Senior Center or Main Street Podiatry (508) 533-3500. 

Geological Wonders   Presenter, Susan Steele will be taking you on an amazing journey to the following locations to discover the world’s greatest geological wonders. Wednesdays from 11:00– 12:00  This month is as follows: December 1st-Namib/Kalahari Deserts– Sand Mountains- Siwa Oasis  December 8th—Auroras– Arizona Meteor Crater– Visitors from Outer Space  December 15th– A Montage of Geological Mini-Wonders– Planetary Wonders– Out of this World  

Cookie Decorating      The holidays are here. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, Kawanza, or New Year, it is a great time to decorate cookies. Outreach Coordinator Debbie Sand will provide supplies and tips for decorating cookies on Monday, December 13th at 1PM. Please RSVP for limited seating. 

Pizza & Prevention  Millis Firefighters will be here discussing their Senior Safe Program on Tuesday, December 21st at 11 am. Please call ahead so we can ensure we have enough pizza for everyone.  

Boxwood Table Top Tree   Eileen Muller will be here Tuesday, December 7th at 2:00 to walk you through making these beautiful Boxwood Table Trees. Boxwood trees last for months it’s not like a flower arrangement that will wilt.  Reservations with $10 payment must be made before December 1st. Non Residents $15

TAI CHI with Tony  Berg  This class will focus primarily on the therapeutic aspects of Tai Chi, while the martial/ self-defense and performance aspects will be secondary, discussed only as an aid to learning the various forms. We will be practicing Yang style Tai Chi, which is the most popular of the five traditional schools of Tai Chi. The slow, controlled movements of Tai Chi improve concentration, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, coordination, and poise. We learn to release unnecessary tension from the body and increase relaxed awareness. The movements and postures are easily modified to fit individual needs. Tony will be here every Tuesday at 9. Classes are $3.00 per class. 

Grab And Go Lunch From Hessco Every Thursday from 11:15-12 HESSCO is offering a packed lunch which consists of a sandwich, chips, side salad, dessert and lemonade for a suggested donation of $3. Every week the sandwich is different.   Week 1: Chicken Salad, Week 2: Turkey & Cheese,  Week 3: Seafood Salad, Week 4: Ham & Cheese, Week 5: Tuna Salad. Please call the Center at 376-7051 by noon the Friday before to order. 

Stretch & Flow Yoga    In yoga class at the Senior Center we practice gentle stretches, flowing movement and breathing exercises. The class is adaptable and really is for everyone! You can use a chair or bring your own mat if you prefer to be seated on the floor. Several levels of modification are given, you will go at your own pace. In this class you will be encouraged to move with ease, never forcing or pushing yourself to a place where you feel uncomfortable. 

The class concludes with a breathing exercise and a few minutes in deep relaxation. My hope is that you will leave the class feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to take on your day with grace and an optimistic mindset The class meets every Friday at 9:30. The cost is $3.00.

TRIPS:

Yuletide Newport December 6th   $99.00 PP      

8:30 AM Depart onboard your luxury Silver Fox CD/DVD/WiFi Motor Coach and join your friends on a delightful holiday tour combining the beautifully decorated mansions of Newport, Rhode Island and the magnificent lighting display at LaSalette Shrine. You’ll first visit Newport’s grand Marble House Mansion, decorated in holiday ornaments and displays. A delicious luncheon is included at The Quonset Point Officer’s Club and featuring entrée choices of Fresh Baked Scrod or Baked Chicken. 

Early this evening a spectacle awaits you at LaSalette, where New England’s largest and most colorful Christmas light display is held. You’ll return home at approximately 7:00 PM with enlivened holiday spirits after a day visiting Newport and LaSalette.

*Please note that a copy of your vaccination card is required to board the bus. May be a hard copy or available on your phone.