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OUR AUGUST NEWSLETTER
Click here to see the August newsletter. Learn about our fall classes, in topics such as art, personal finance, theatre, writing, and more! You'll also find information about our drop-in programs.
You can also view the same info myactivecenter.com. Sign-up instructions are here.
We hope to see you at the Cooper Center you soon!
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FARMERS' MARKET COUPONS
Farmers' Market Coupons will be distributed in the Art Room of the Cooper Center (345 Walnut Street, Newtonville) on Thursday, August 13th, at 2 p.m. on a first-come, first served basis. For any questions, please call 617-796-1672 or email oasresourcenavigators@newtonma.gov.
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Wednesday, August 19 |1:30 to 2:30 PM
Join us for a one-of-a-kind intergenerational art event where kids and older adults will paint portraits of an adoptable rescue dog from Great Dog Rescue New England. The finished portraits will be used by Great Dog Rescue to help the dog find its forever home. | | | | | Introduction to Medicare Cost Savings in English and Cantonese
Thursday, August 27 |12:30 to 1:30 PM
You will learn how to avoid Medicare penalties, what the Medicare Savings program is, how to get assistance with prescription costs, additional cost savings opportunities, and where to go for help. This program will be conducted in English and Cantonese. | | | |
INDIAN LUNCH NOW A DROP-IN PROGRAM
We're delighted to announce an exciting change to our weekly Indian lunch, which takes place every Monday from 12 to 1 p.m., in partnership with FISCO (Friends of Indian Senior Citizens Organization).
Participants no longer have to preregister. Instead, just show up and pay at the door! Cost: $5.
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FALL SERIES CLASSES
Registration for fall semester classes has opened and will continue until classes are filled. You can register at the Front Desk or myactivecenter.com.
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Art:
Mixed Media Exploration Series, starting September 8
Introduction to Hand Embroidery Miniseries, starting September 10
Introduction to Clay Miniseries, starting September 14
Watercolor Painting Series, starting September 15
Introduction to Mosaics Miniseries, starting September 24
Origami Meditation Session, September 25
Watercolor Fall Trees session, October 9
Japanese Ink Painting, starting October 15
Introduction to Fabric Collage Miniseries, starting October 15
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Fitness and Games:
Belly Dance Series, starting September 8
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Literature, Writing, and Culture:
Lifetime Learning Literature Series,
starting September 11
Theatre for Actors, Writers, & Lurkers Miniseries, starting October 15
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Personal Finance & Technology:
Suddenly Single: Getting Your Financial House in Order Miniseries, starting September 4
Hands-on AI Exploration Series,
starting September 10
Optimizing Your Retirement Finances Miniseries, starting September 16
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CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES
Beginning in August, the Men's Club will meet on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Mindful Meditation is cancelled on August 13, 20, and 27.
Mat Yoga is cancelled on August 27, 28, 31, September 3, and 4.
Muscle, Movement, & Balance is cancelled on August 31.
For program information and cancellations, you can always call our program line recording at 617-796-1666 or text a question to our AI assistant at 617-796-1660.
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COOPER CAFE
The Cooper Cafe is open every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Chef Jocelina offers a variety of thoughtfully prepared brunch items, with a rotating menu. She is pictured at left (center), next to Mayor Marc Laredo. See the August menu here.
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RESOURCE NAVIGATION
Our Resource Navigators, Rebecca Au and Henry Moche (pictured), assist older adults and their families by providing information, referrals, and case management in the following areas:
Health & Wellness
(information related to homecare, Alzheimer's/Dementia, and mental health support)
Caregiver and Social Support
(information and referrals to support resources, including FriendlyVisits and Medical Escorts)
Financial and Public Benefits Assistance
(help with financial assistance applications and public benefits navigation)
Housing and Transportation
(information regarding housing and transportation, including GoGoNewton); Food Access (information and assistance accessing supplemental food)
Need assistance? Text a question or an appointment request to our AI Assistant at 617-796-1660. You can also call our OAS Navigator Line at 617-796-1672 or email oasresourcenavigators@newtonma.gov.
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TRANSPORTATION
GoGo Newton provides subsidized on-demand and prescheduled rides, with Uber or Lyft, for Newton residents age 65+. The service covers all of Newton and six surrounding communities (Brookline, Needham, Wellesley, Weston, Waltham, or Watertown) as well as 15 major medical facilities in Greater Boston. GoGo Newton also provides $2 rides each way from a rider's home – which must be a Newton address – to the Cooper Center and then back home. To sign up, complete the online form, or call 617-796-1660.
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SHINE MEDICARE COUNSELING
SHINE counselors (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone on Medicare) are available year-round at the Cooper Center to assist with all of your Medicare needs, including initial enrollment, screening for assistance programs, reviewing claims, and more.
To schedule a SHINE appointment at the Cooper Center, call 617-796-1660.
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BECOME A COMMUNITY LIAISON!
The City of Newton's Sustainability team is looking for Community Liaisons to help build Newton's resilience to climate change impacts, including extreme heat, flooding, and severe storms.
In this role, people who live in or are well connected to Newton will help lead conversations on community needs, support outreach to their friends and neighbors, and help implement a community-informed climate project. Community Liaisons do not need a knowledge base in climate matters; they just need to be enthusiastic and have an interest in community engagement.
This position will involve approximately 1-5 hours of paid work per week. More information is provided on the flyer below.
To apply, fill out the interest form by scanning the QR code on the flyer below or visiting https://bit.ly/3Redzja. Alternatively, you can also send a statement explaining why you are interested to Caroline Weiss at cweiss@newtonma.gov. Applications accepted on a rolling basis through the end of August.
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