March 2024
Art Class for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. This month's focus is on art experimentation: looking closely at nature. Explore color, form and nature through a series of water color and drawing classes. You will build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and…
Find out more »Conversational English Class for Seniors
This month the Medford Council on Aging is introducing a new Conversational English Class led by Armené, who was born and grew up locally, living in Medford for the last 30 years. She was raised in a multi-generational, multi-lingual family and welcomes the chance to speak with community members about experiences, cultures, foods and interests. These will be informal, interactive sessions where everyone will be encouraged to share and participate to increase confidence and comfort speaking. Reserve a seat by…
Find out more »April 2024
Poetry in Pictures
The Medford Senior Center presents Poetry in Pictures, led by award-winning photographer and published poet Robert Castagna. Ever imagine writing a poem that drew a picture in another person's mind? Or combining your photographs with your words? In this class, you will creatively write and put your poetic voices to images of your choosing. Whether old photos or newly taken ones, your voice and images will emerge from the shadows, as Robert helps you see pictures and words in new…
Find out more »Western Line Dancing for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents "Beginner and Beyond Country," a weekly class on Western Line Dancing for seniors led by Julie Kaufmann. The class will include both beginner (newer dancers) and improver (experienced dancers) lessons each week. No partner is needed, nor any previous experience. Cost is $3 per class.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center presents its weekly Arm Chair Travel Experience. Tufts University occupational therapy students lead the program through virtual reality (VR), an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video while simultaneously feeling as if you are in that environment. Participants will be given a seat in the Senior Center library, a VR headset, and 360-degree recorded VR videos to sightsee without having to leave the building. Choose international or domestic travel, space and ocean exploration, and…
Find out more »Wednesday Crafts for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center's weekly crafts group, led by students from Tufts University, provides a creative outlet, a place to learn new skills, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at engaging craft projects for all skill levels . . . no experience required. Cost is $3 per person. Seats are limited; reserve yours by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Art Class for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. You will build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and image making. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat or to get information on how to join the class via Zoom.
Find out more »Public Harmony at Medford Senior Center
The Medford Council on Aging welcomes back the Tufts University student musical group Public Harmony for a free concert. Public Harmony's musicians and singers combine their love of music and performing with community service. Each semester, the group performs at senior centers, nursing homes, children's hospitals, and shelters in the Boston area, connecting communities through music. Coffee and desserts also will be provided. Reserve your seat by calling the Medford Senior Center at 781-396-6010 or stopping by the office.
Find out more »Poetry in Pictures
The Medford Senior Center presents Poetry in Pictures, led by award-winning photographer and published poet Robert Castagna. Ever imagine writing a poem that drew a picture in another person's mind? Or combining your photographs with your words? In this class, you will creatively write and put your poetic voices to images of your choosing. Whether old photos or newly taken ones, your voice and images will emerge from the shadows, as Robert helps you see pictures and words in new…
Find out more »Western Line Dancing for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents "Beginner and Beyond Country," a weekly class on Western Line Dancing for seniors led by Julie Kaufmann. The class will include both beginner (newer dancers) and improver (experienced dancers) lessons each week. No partner is needed, nor any previous experience. Cost is $3 per class.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center presents its weekly Arm Chair Travel Experience. Tufts University occupational therapy students lead the program through virtual reality (VR), an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video while simultaneously feeling as if you are in that environment. Participants will be given a seat in the Senior Center library, a VR headset, and 360-degree recorded VR videos to sightsee without having to leave the building. Choose international or domestic travel, space and ocean exploration, and…
Find out more »Wednesday Crafts for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center's weekly crafts group, led by students from Tufts University, provides a creative outlet, a place to learn new skills, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at engaging craft projects for all skill levels . . . no experience required. Cost is $3 per person. Seats are limited; reserve yours by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Art Class for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. You will build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and image making. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat or to get information on how to join the class via Zoom.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center presents its weekly Arm Chair Travel Experience. Tufts University occupational therapy students lead the program through virtual reality (VR), an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video while simultaneously feeling as if you are in that environment. Participants will be given a seat in the Senior Center library, a VR headset, and 360-degree recorded VR videos to sightsee without having to leave the building. Choose international or domestic travel, space and ocean exploration, and…
Find out more »Wednesday Crafts for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center's weekly crafts group, led by students from Tufts University, provides a creative outlet, a place to learn new skills, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at engaging craft projects for all skill levels . . . no experience required. Cost is $3 per person. Seats are limited; reserve yours by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Art Class for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. You will build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and image making. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat or to get information on how to join the class via Zoom.
Find out more »Poetry in Pictures
The Medford Senior Center presents Poetry in Pictures, led by award-winning photographer and published poet Robert Castagna. Ever imagine writing a poem that drew a picture in another person's mind? Or combining your photographs with your words? In this class, you will creatively write and put your poetic voices to images of your choosing. Whether old photos or newly taken ones, your voice and images will emerge from the shadows, as Robert helps you see pictures and words in new…
Find out more »Western Line Dancing for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents "Beginner and Beyond Country," a weekly class on Western Line Dancing for seniors led by Julie Kaufmann. The class will include both beginner (newer dancers) and improver (experienced dancers) lessons each week. No partner is needed, nor any previous experience. Cost is $3 per class.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center presents its weekly Arm Chair Travel Experience. Tufts University occupational therapy students lead the program through virtual reality (VR), an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video while simultaneously feeling as if you are in that environment. Participants will be given a seat in the Senior Center library, a VR headset, and 360-degree recorded VR videos to sightsee without having to leave the building. Choose international or domestic travel, space and ocean exploration, and…
Find out more »Wednesday Crafts for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center's weekly crafts group, led by students from Tufts University, provides a creative outlet, a place to learn new skills, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at engaging craft projects for all skill levels . . . no experience required. Cost is $3 per person. Seats are limited; reserve yours by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Art Class for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. You will build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and image making. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat or to get information on how to join the class via Zoom.
Find out more »Poetry in Pictures
The Medford Senior Center presents Poetry in Pictures, led by award-winning photographer and published poet Robert Castagna. Ever imagine writing a poem that drew a picture in another person's mind? Or combining your photographs with your words? In this class, you will creatively write and put your poetic voices to images of your choosing. Whether old photos or newly taken ones, your voice and images will emerge from the shadows, as Robert helps you see pictures and words in new…
Find out more »Western Line Dancing for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents "Beginner and Beyond Country," a weekly class on Western Line Dancing for seniors led by Julie Kaufmann. The class will include both beginner (newer dancers) and improver (experienced dancers) lessons each week. No partner is needed, nor any previous experience. Cost is $3 per class.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »