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People in the LGBTQ+ community and friends/allies are warmly welcome to this social hour facilitated by Rainbow Coordinator Rosie Latto. This month’s discussion topic is understanding gender identity. Refreshments will be served. Please reach out to Chris Chirokas at the COA with any questions: cchirokas@actonma.gov or 978-929-6652.
At the end of the French and Indian War, Britain and its colonies dominated Eastern North America. Yet within months of the end of the war, there began a growing rift between colonies and Mother Country. By the mid-1770s, the colonies were in open rebellion. This lecture with historian Paolo Di Gregorio will explore the chain of events that created the American Revolution. Paolo Di Gregorio is a historian, archaeologist, and educator. He is a Visiting Lecturer in the History Department at Bridgewater State University, and his passion for telling stories of our past is enthusiastically received by Acton’s older
Come join the Dawn Gomez and the Council on Aging as we take the next leg of our exploration of famous US landmarks! Each of these iconic places help shape our national identity. Be it the natural beauty of Carlsbad Caverns, the historical significance of Ford’s Theater or the reach for the unknown from Cape Canaveral, we will weave together how the geography, architecture and human stories of each have contributed to making it a popular tourist destination. As before, we’ll start with some clues to guess our destination and encourage participants to share their memories as well. Dawn Gomez, Reminiscing
A1 shredding company will be on site at 30 Sudbury Rd. to destroy personal documents. Limit of 6 grocery-sized bags per person. Any questions please contact us at 978-929-6652. Sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Council on Aging. A $1 donation per bag is requested. Please do not arrive early. Acton seniors only
Join this user-friendly workshop designed to help retirees better understand the basics of investing. Certified Financial Planner Ron Grasso will cover how investments work, how to generate income in retirement and how to think about risk in a changing market – all explained in a simple, easy–to–follow way. No prior financial experience or knowledge needed to attend! After 26 years at Morgan Stanley, Certified Financial Planner Ron Grasso now heads The Grasso Wealth Management Group at USB Financial where the team specializes in helping retirees make informed, confident decisions about their finances. Open to all age 60+/free
Using the book Let’s Talk About Death Over Dinner by Michael Hebb as our guide we will enjoy a delicious dinner together. As we share a meal, Cheryl will help us begin to have these important conversations . . . and encourage you to then plan and host your own dinners! Please sign up for this program. Open to all 60+
Beginning on May 27: Join us for a five-week group designed to help you build practical tools for wellbeing while connecting with others. Each week, you’ll learn science-backed mental health skills in a supportive setting, including mindful awareness, stress management, and ideas for finding meaning and fulfillment in everyday life. The series is led by Jenn Staples, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of guts, a nonprofit dedicated to making evidence-based mental health tools accessible to the community. Participants will be asked to complete brief surveys during the series to help us understand what is most helpful and how we can continue improving
Hope can uplift and motivate us while we navigate challenges, uncertainty and unpredictability. Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond to take steps toward envisioning a better future through inspiration, a growth mindset, maps, receiving and providing support. Participate via Zoom from home or via a large screen TV with others at the Senior Center. Register: seniorcenter@actonma.gov or 987-929-6652. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond, PhD, is an educator, program developer, and inclusion specialist. She teaches adult education and college classes on lifespan. Open to all age 60+/free
Beginning on May 27: Join us for a five-week group designed to help you build practical tools for wellbeing while connecting with others. Each week, you’ll learn science-backed mental health skills in a supportive setting, including mindful awareness, stress management, and ideas for finding meaning and fulfillment in everyday life. The series is led by Jenn Staples, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of guts, a nonprofit dedicated to making evidence-based mental health tools accessible to the community. Participants will be asked to complete brief surveys during the series to help us understand what is most helpful and how we can continue improving
Many state songs are barely known by the residents of that state, but most of this program’s state songs will be familiar to everyone in the room. Home on the Range (Kansas), You Are My Sunshine (Louisiana) Yankee Doodle (Connecticut), Carry Me Back to Old Virginny, Oklahoma, and Georgia on My Mind are the most recognizable of the bunch. Here is an interesting fact: Roll on Columbia (Washington) was written by Woody Guthrie and his son Arlo Guthrie wrote Massachusetts, one of our own seven state songs. Two more of these state songs are credited to Stephen Foster--Swanee River (Florida)
Visit Acton Senior Rainbow Connections (previously known as the Rainbow Planning Team) table at this year’s Acton-Westford Pride Festival at the NARA Park Amphitheater, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton. This group, previously called the Rainbow Planning Team, consists of LGBTQ+ older adults as well as municipal employees, friends, and allies. The festival includes live music, give-aways, activities, and food vendors. For more information visit actonrec.com. Open to all/free
Remember Music is a student-led musical outreach program that brings live performances to participants at the Senior Center. Talented musicians perform a variety of instruments, including piano, cello, flute, creating an engaging and uplifting musical experience for residents. Each performance is designed to foster connection, relaxation, and joy through the shared experience of music. Open to all age 60+/free