Acton Council on Aging

If you are getting close to Medicare eligibility, this seminar is for you! Whether you are planning to retire or will continue to work, it is important to know your Medicare options. Did you know that missing your Medicare enrollment deadlines could cost you money? This seminar is led by a knowledgeable Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts representative who will answer your specific questions. Topics covered include: explanation of Medicare Parts A, B, and C, Medicare enrollment timeline, Medigap plans that supplement Medicare coverage, Medicare Advantage plans such as HMOs and PPOs, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, and

Cathleen Summers of Generations Law Group and Heather Murphy of Keller Williams Realty are offering a seminar to help you identify potential gaps in your estate plan—and understand how to address them. Whether you are considering selling, planning to age in place, or simply want an organized plan your family can confidently implement if needed, this seminar brings together legal and real estate strategies to help you gain clarity, create options, and reduce stress for yourself and your loved ones. Open to all age 60+/free

Musicians Howie Rashba and Mel Green will perform gems from the music of the folk music band Peter, Paul and Mary. Whether you are a seasoned Hootenanny fan or experiencing one for the first time, this is your opportunity to share in a spirited tradition! You will be invited to sing along to many of the songs. Hootenanny is a term with Scotch-Irish roots that found its way to Appalachia before being popularized in the 1940s by folk legends like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Sing along, clap your hands, stomp your feet, and brighten your day! There will be

The Big Band era officially started in the summer of 1935, but the transition from hot jazz and Dixieland had begun much earlier in the decade. We’ll trace the roots of Big Band music, including the back story of the King of Swing himself, Benny Goodman. Then you’ll hear his hits like Goody, Goody, Taking a Chance on Love and the historic Carnegie Hall performance of Sing, Sing, Sing! You’ll also be treated to recordings of live performances of Goodman vocalists Martha Tilton and Peggy Lee. The last third of the program is devoted to the most popular bandleader of

Open to out-of-towners 60+ starting April 6th for $20/series Come tickle your funny bone through an exploration of the art, science and silliness of comedy! Whether you are the class clown or worry you haven’t a funny bone in your body, this class is a perfect place to express (or discover) your inner comedian. In early weeks we’ll learn the principles of comedy scenes through improvisational games. After the first week, students will each be assigned a comedic monologue and scene from a classic comedic writer from Shakespeare to Moliere to Noel Coward to Neil Simon and more. Over the remaining classes, students will

Beginning May 7 : The Council on Aging invites you to an 8-week guided journey for older adults exploring life’s changes, losses, and the meaning we continue  to carry forward. Like a candle whose flame remains steady, this program reminds us that our inner light endures. Through reflection, conversation, and gentle activities, participants will discover ways to stay connected, find purpose, and embrace each day fully, learning how to nurture their inner light so it continues to burn brightly. Registration is required and please only do so if you plan on attending each week. The group will be led by

Celebrate the country’s 250th by meeting one of its Founding Mothers! A quiet Quaker girl, Dolley Madison transformed into one of America’s most fashionable, gracious, and powerful First Ladies. Discover how this patriot used her charm, wit, and resourcefulness to unite our country and influence it socially and politically. Although Dolley would cringe at the label, she was an early feminist. The centerpiece of Washington’s high society, she stepped softly outside of its social norms to introduce women into the politics of the day, unite a divided Congress, and earn the respect of the political, military, and social communities. Come

Join us for this year’s Senior Prom, a fun and festive afternoon with a beach theme. Building on the success of last year’s event, we’re excited to bring the community together again for dancing, refreshments, and celebration. Don’t miss this chance to relax, connect, and enjoy a night by the “shore” with friends! Please call the Senior Center to register: 978-929-6652. Acton 60+ only

Our journey continues and this month we will be discussing the 1980’s. Life in the United States during that decade had an undeniable sense of momentum. Many people enjoyed a booming economy, rising consumer culture, and the excitement of rapid technological change. Personal computers were  beginning to enter homes, cable TV expanded entertainment options, and pop culture thrived.  But the 80’s also carried serious challenges. Economic gains were uneven and many communities faced widening inequality. The AIDS crisis devastated countless lives. Even the cultural energy of the decade came with pressure—materialism, intense competition, and a sense that success was measured by consumption.