Here’s what the Dartmouth Council on Aging has planned for September

Aug 29, 2022

September is here and the Dartmouth Council on Aging will be hosting a full schedule of events/activities.

For questions, or to preregister for any events, call the Maria Connor Center for Active Living at 508-999-4717.

Here’s what’s coming up this month:

Senior supper club
On Tuesday, Sept. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. the COA will host a senior supper club dinner. The cost is $5.

En plein air painting at Apponagansett Beach
On Wednesday, Sept. 7 and 14, the COA will host an outdoor painting excursion in Padanaram. The cost is $30, paid in advance.

Beach party
On Friday, Sept. 9, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., celebrate the end of summer with a COA beach day at Jones Park. Sign up required.

Emotional eating
On Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 10:15 a.m., learn to break your mood-food cycle with a workshop at the Maria Connor Center. The class is free and walk-ins are welcome.

Japanese Sumie painting
On Monday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m., local artist Jane Bregoli will teach an introductory class on the art of Japanese Sumie painting. All materials are provided. The cost is $12 and preregistration is required.

Why so famous?
On Tuesday, Sept. 20 at 2:30 p.m., Jill Sanford will give a presentation exploring the question of why some works of art have become as famous as they have. The presentation is free and registration is required.

Yoga dance
On Tuesdays from 1:15 to 2 p.m. starting Sept. 13, Jane Hoffman will teach a gentle yoga dance class appropriate for all ability levels. The cost is $5 and walk-ins are welcome.

Meditation with Lynda
On Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Walk-ins welcome. The classes are free.

Chair massage with Linda
On Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $2. Sessions available by appointment.

Music with friends
On Tuesdays at 1 p.m., join this informal group to share songs, sounds and stories. Walk-ins welcome.

Family caregiver support group
On the first Thursday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m., join Coastline, in a partnership with the DCOA, for a monthly support group. Walk-ins welcome.

YWCA widowed persons program
On the first and third Thursday of the month, the COA will hold sessions from 8:30 to 10 a.m. and from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Walk-ins are welcome.

Elder law consultations
On the second Thursday of the month from 10 to 11 a.m., make an appointment to speak with Attorney Brandon Walecka.

Free legal consultation with Justice Bridge
On the last Wednesday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. make an appointment to speak to a lawyer, available through UMass Law.

Hearing evaluations and hearing aid checks
On the third Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon, the center will hold a hearing clinic with At Home Healthcare. Call the center to schedule an appointment.

Blood pressure clinic
On the last Tuesday of the month from 10 to 11 a.m. visit the COA for a blood pressure clinic. Walk-ins welcome.

Free pain consultations
On the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1 p.m., the COA will hold free pain consultations with Baystate Physical Therapy. Call ahead to make an appointment.

Pound by Pound
On Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m., visit the COA for a weight loss support group including weigh-ins and education. Walk-ins welcome.

Coffee hour
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Country Three Band
On the first and third Wednesday of the month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. come see the Country Three Band for live music and dancing. The cost is $4. Walk-ins welcome.

Osteo exercise
On Mondays at 10:15 a.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m., try a mostly-seated exercise routine tailored to stimulate bone growth. Weights provided. The class is free and walk-ins are welcome.

Gentle yoga
On Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. and Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Jane Hoffman will teach gentle yoga. The cost is $5 per class.

Strength and flex with Larry
On Mondays and Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m., try a full-body workout with weights, suitable for all levels. The cost is $2.

Resistance bands with Larry
On Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Bands are gentle on joints, versatile and can be modified for all levels. This group class will include a stretching and balance component. Bands provided. The cost is $2. Walk-ins welcome.

Zumba Gold
On Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. the COA will host the popular dance aerobics class. Cost is $7.

Cam’s body awareness and adaptability
On Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. and Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to noon, eliminate the risk of falls and learn proper body mechanics and movements through exercise. The cost is $2 and walk-ins are welcome.

Book Club
On Monday, Sept. 6 at 1 p.m., join the book club for a discussion on the book of the month. September’s book is “Fly Girl” by Ann Hood. For more info call the center.

Tai Chi
On Tuesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. The cost of 8 weeks of sessions is $30.

Dance for Parkinson’s
On Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. participants are empowered to explore movement and music. Walk-ins welcome. Free.

Knitting and sewing for charity
On Thursdays, put your textiles skills to work for a good cause. Knitting is at 9 a.m. and sewing is at 10 a.m. Walk-ins welcome.

Bridge
On Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. Call the Center for more information.

Mah Jongg
On Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m.

Cribbage
On Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Billiards lessons
On Mondays from 1 to 2 p.m. Limit of four players per class. Please call the Center to reserve your spot.

French conversation and culture
On Wednesdays at 10 a.m.