Council on Aging Programs: Week of Jan. 2, 2023
The Council on Aging offers fitness classes and social and educational programs, as well as information and referral services for residents 60 and older and those who support them. Contact the COA at coa@wayland.ma.us or 508-358-2990 with questions or to sign up for a class or program. Further details on all our programs can be found on our website and in our newsletters.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 3
10am: Lois’ Fit For the Future In Person, Large Hearing Room
Lois Leav’s aerobic and strengthening class meets in the Large Hearing Room in the Town Building. Registration and fee required.
10:30am: Knit Together On Zoom
Knit in the company of other knitters over Zoom. Some are knitting children’s wear — mittens, hats, scarves — to donate to The Knitting Connection, which gives them to families in need; we have a collection of donated yarn and knitting needles for that purpose. Call us to get the Zoom link. Join us! Registration required.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4
9:00am: Theratube On Zoom
With certified instructor Ellen Cohen-Kaplan, use resistance bands to increase range of motion and strength. Registration and fee required.
10:15am: Zoomba On Zoom
Enjoy this fun cardio dance class led by certified instructor Ellen Cohen-Kaplan. Registration and fee required.
11:30am – 12:00 noon: Medication Take-Back In Person in the COA
Bring your expired or unwanted medications to turn over safely to the Wayland Police in the Council on Aging.
12:00pm: Pizza Cafe! In Person in the COA
Join us for our monthly pizza buffet, salad, beverage and dessert, all for $5. Call us to reserve your spot by Tuesday at noon.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 5
10:00am: Fit for the Future In Person, Large Hearing Room
Lois Leav’s aerobic and strengthening class meets in the Large Hearing Room in the Town Building. Registration and fee required.
10:30am: COA Social Group On Zoom
Catch up with old friends and make new ones in this friendly, informal conversation group. New participants are always welcome. Join us! Registration required.
1:00pm: The Crown, Season 2 In Person in the COA
Season 2 of The Crown covers the years from 1956 to 1964, including the resignation of the Prime Minister and a visit from President and Mrs. Kennedy. This lavish, Netflix-original drama chronicles the life of Queen Elizabeth II from the 1940s to modern times. We will show two approximately 50-minute episodes each week with a break in between. Enjoy tea and biscuits. Bring your own china cup if you are so inclined.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6
9:30am: SAIL: Stay Active and Independent for Life On Zoom
This interactive, evidence-based class is led by the incomparable Joe Fish. The class helps improve balance and mobility, reduce the risk of falls, and improve quality of life. Participants can take the class while seated, and Joe can tailor class to other individual needs. Registration and fee required.
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