From Linda Sottile, Asst. Director Holliston Senior Center

Holliston Cable Access Television (HCAT)

Do you know how much HCAT has to offer  Did you know that you can watch some recorded presentations by Gary Hylander or get advise by watching “Money and the Law,” a program hosted by John Drohan and Jay Marsden where they speak about many different topics. Other programs include “Just Thinking” “a program hosted by Mary Greendale where she speaks with people throughout the community. 

HCAT is working with the Senior Center to bring some additional programs to the community.  They will begin showing some of the Walking Fitness programs and Allie’s Pilate program, and working with Roberta Weiner to set up a Chair Yoga program, excellent for those who would like to try Yoga but can’t imagine getting up and down off the floor.   Also, there is a new program by Attorney Arthur Bergeron will be recording a couple of Legal Presentations to be viewed on HCAT.

Please be sure to visit their website www.HCATTV.org to view the schedule and add a few of these exciting programs to your daily schedule. 

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Book Club

We welcome you to join us on the second Friday of the month at 11:30 am to enjoy some interesting titles.  In June, we will discuss “Less” by Andrew Sean Greer, and “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. In July, we will discuss “The Overstory: A Novel” by Richard Powers.

The Holliston Public Library can help you get books for the meetings and will be available for curbside pickup.  Call the Library with any questions (508) 429-0617.

Please sign up at the Senior Center (508) 429-0622 to be added to the Zoom meeting.  Conference call is also an option for those who do not have internet/camera access.

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FITNESS FROM HOME

 Yoga

Yoga is a wonderful way to stay limber and get more energy! It can help boost your circulation, stretch and strengthen all your muscles, help you get a good night’s sleep, and relax and de-stress you! Roberta Weiner, a Certified Kripalu and Hatha Yoga teacher who runs the Prana Center in Holliston, will be running two different Yoga classes.

• Chair Yoga—FREE via HCAT. This program is geared toward those who would like to either try Yoga or for those who aren’t interested in the full Yoga class on the floor matts.  Roberta will be recording this class each month on Holliston’s Cable channel.  HCAT will publish the schedule each month and you will be able to join in whenever you want.  There is no donation requested for this class.
• Yoga—Monday & Wednesdays via Zoom, $4.00 donation per class requested. This is the usual Yoga class that is normally held at the Senior Center.  Roberta will be holding her class every Monday and Wednesday morning from 11:00 am—Noon via Zoom. 

Pilates 

Pilates will also be held in two different formats.

• Thursdays via Zoom, $4.00 donation per class requested. Beginning Thursday, June 4th from 9:00 am—10:00 am, please join Sharon Broadley-Martin as she leads the class to help improve your strength, balance, and circulation through a whole-body workout. 
• Free Pilates on HCAT.  This program is a pre-taped program with Instructor Allie Barrett.  Allie was an instructor at the Senior Center prior to her relocation.  HCAT will publish the schedule each month and you will be able to join in whenever you want.  There is no donation requested for this class.

Walking Fitness 

This is a free, video-led, in-place walking program that will be run on Holliston’s Cable channel.  These videos have been used at the Center for the past year and has been very successful.  Be prepared to work up a sweat while walking in place with different levels of walking.  This program provides a great cardio workout, brain power, waistline trimming, and overall fitness.

HCAT will publish the schedule each month and you will be able to join in whenever you want.  There is no donation requested for this class.

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Legal Hour with Attorney Jay Marsden

Helping clients plan and secure their legacy for future generations.

Attorney Jay Marsden continues to meet with individuals for a complimentary 30-minute consultation.  This meeting will be done via Zoom or telephone on the 2nd Tuesday of each month between 10:00 am and noon. 

If you would like to schedule an appointment with Jay, please call the Senior Center at (508) 429-0622 to sign up for your personal consultation.

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 ATTORNEY ARTHUR BERGERON 

Programs to be aired on HCAT, check their schedule for date, times, and channel

Married Couples: Update on Estate Planning Strategies is focused on couples who want to look at whether they should revisit their estate plan.

Getting Care at Home During the Pandemic will focus on MassHealth and other programs designed to help your loved one, especially one with dementia, stay out of a nursing home. This program is especially relevant given COVID-19.

Attorney Bergeron will continue to offer a free 15-minute legal advice through the Senior Center on the 4th Monday of the month from 10 am – 12 pm.

You have the option of either talking with him over the phone or virtually using Zoom video conference.

Call the Senior Center at (508) 429-0622 to sign up for your 15-minute meeting with Attorney Bergeron to discuss legal questions or concerns.

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IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING TRANSPORTATION

Due to current concerns with COVID19 we will be following MWRTA guidelines by requiring that all riders wear a face mask that covers both nose and mouth and we will be strictly following social distancing rules as it pertains to how many people are on the bus at any given time.  We also will only be able to offer essential rides such as medical appointments, limited grocery shopping., and essential errands.  We will adhere to our regularly scheduled days for going to certain neighboring towns as well.  If you have any questions about a particular ride, please do not hesitate to call Marty before scheduling with the MWRTA.

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NEWSLETTER EMAIL LIST

We are going to start offering newsletters via email.  You can opt to receive your Senior Center News either by email, postal mail, or both.  This option will allow you to receive your information quicker and allows the Center to reduce the cost of printing and mailing.

To be added to our email list for newsletters, please fill in the below form and either mail to the Senior Center or email the information back to Linda Sottile at sottileL@holliston.k12.ma.us.

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