Wachusett Goings On

City to Saddle 5K

RUTLAND — City to Saddle will hold a Farm Trot 5K Field Run at Mesa Farm, 67 Muschopauge Road, on Saturday, June 24. All proceeds will be used to support horsemanship programs for under-served youth. Registration the day of the event will begin at 8 a.m., and the race will start immediately after at 9.

Entrance fee is $30 before June 24, $35 on race day. Run or stroll through the rolling hayfields and pastures (Watch your step!) next to woodland, stone walls and the lightly traveled Muschopauge Road. Wear your sneakers (or farm boots), see the horses, pet a lamb, enjoy a familyfriendly experience, and raise funds for under-served youth to participate in horsemanship activities through the City to Saddle nonprofit organization.

Several age divisions; T-shirts to the first 60 registrants. Register at www.Citytosaddle.org. For more information, call 508-886-6898.

Summer music lessons

HOLDEN — Registration for summer music lessons is now open at the Wachusett Regional High School AIR (Artist-In-Residence) Program, offering music instruction for a variety of instruments and voice.

Students and adults may sign up for private, half-hour lessons scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday of each week beginning July 11 through Aug. 10. To enroll, and for more information, visit bit.ly/airmusiclessons.

Questions? Contact AIR Program Director Megan Will at megan_will@wrsd.net.

Learning music at any age is a fun and rewarding skill. If you have always wanted to learn, or have a young beginner of your own, please consider the vibrant AIR Community Music Program for lessons.

British Landscapes tour

WACHUSETT — Area residents are invited to join the Wachusett Area Chamber of Commerce on a tour of England, Scotland and Wales. The tour runs from April 14-23, 2024. The trip is open to all area residents.

Trip highlights include Edinburgh Castle, York, Chester, Llangollen, Wales, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and London. The 10-day trip includes round-trip transportation to and from Logan Airport, roundtrip airfare, 13 meals, experienced tour guides and deluxe bus tours. The full trip itinerary is available on the Wachusett Area Chamber website: www.wachusettareachamber.org.

This trip is provided by the chamber in conjunction with Collette, a leader in group travel since 1918. Reservations are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Jen Stanovich at the Chamber at 508-829-9220 or email info@wachusettareachamber.org.

Paxton Revolution

PAXTON — The Paxton Historical Commission will be presenting A Revolution of Her Own at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 24, in the Paxton Senior Center, 17 West St. The program describes the life of the first woman Revolutionary War soldier in America, Deborah Sampson. Sampson’s story, as created and performed by Judith Kalaora for History At Play, has been acclaimed on television and in newspapers. All are invited.

Needle felting class

STERLING — The Sterling Cultural Council is offering an Introduction to Needle Felting class from 9 a.m. to noon June 24 at the Sterling 1835 Town Hall.

Learn the increasingly popular art of needle felting at this special three-hour introduction to the craft. Local artist Lyn Slade of Bolton will lead you in making a miniature 2-D spring landscape. Lyn has been teaching and exhibiting her needle felted art for more than 20 years. Using the instructor’s tools, you’ll be able to complete a 5-by-6-inch piece to take home. Because needle felting uses very sharp and breakable tools, ages 14 and oder are welcome. Cost is $5 to cover the cost of wool. Light refreshments will be available.

Space is limited, so reserve your place with a check made out to Lyn Slade and sent to: Town of Sterling Cultural Council, 1 Park St., Sterling, MA 01564. On the envelope, write Attention: Cultural Council. Write in the memo: felting workshop. Please add a note with your email address and phone number to get back to you to confirm your spot.

Holden Days Aug. 26

HOLDEN — The Wachusett Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Holden Days, a townwide celebration from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26. Now in its 43rd year, this annual event promises food, fun and entertainment for the entire family, as well as promotional opportunities for area businesses and organizations.

A sampling of this year’s activities includes free Main Stage musical performances, a kick-off parade, activities and demonstrations in the Kids Court, an auto showcase, and bandstand performances with local musicians. In addition, visitors can stroll through the Marketplace, which promotes area businesses and nonprofits, visit the Art Lot and Craft Corner, which spotlights local artisans and crafters, and enjoy breakfast and lunch at the Food Court.

Vendor applications are now available. To reserve a space, visit www.wachusettareachamber.org.

Paxton Garden Club

The Paxton Garden Club is going on a bus trip Sept. 9 to Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol, Rhode Island. The trip includes transportation, admission, private 90-minute tour of the gardens with Q&A, bagged lunch, and free time to explore the gardens, mansion and gift shop. Cost is $55 per person, with a $20 nonrefundable deposit due at signup. Space is extremely limited. For more information and to sign up, go to www.paxtongardenclub.com/bus-trip.

COA Art Show

PAXTON — The Paxton COA gallery, 17 West St., continues its monthly art shows. The gallery is open to the public weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Quabbin band reunion

BARRE — The Quabbin Community Band held its first concert on the Barre Bandstand on June 10, 1973. Did you ever play with the band over the years? This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the group and QCB would love to have band alums come back to the bandstand for its Aug. 6 alumni reunion. The band will play some old favorites with music accessible to all, no matter how many years it has been. Visit the band on Facebook @ Quabbin Community Band to sign up on the Google Sheet to receive updates and music via email. Need an instrument to play? The band might be able to help. Spread the word to family and friends, Barre Common will be the place to be on Aug. 6 as The Quabbin Community Band celebrates 50 years. For more information, contact band president Julie Rawson at julie@mhof.net.

Gale Free Library

HOLDEN — Events at the Gale Free Library, 23 Highland St.

Art Exhibits: Throughout the year, the library will be displaying the artwork of a variety of artists. This month, we are featuring the works of Anne Tisdell. Anne grew up in Swampscott, an oceanside community north of Boston. She retired in 2016, after working as an RN and a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner for 45 years. Since retirement, Anne has had the time to pursue interests in art, music, dance and photography. Many of the paintings she creates are based on her own photographs or the photographs by friends with their permission.

On Thursday, June 22, at 6 p.m., the library will hold a reception for Anne’s exhibition. Anne will provide a short talk on her works and her techniques, as well as her passion for protected, threatened, vulnerable and endangered animals and plants, which are often subjects of her artwork. She will also discuss her personal history, including how she became an artist after retirement, and the importance of lifelong learning. Refreshments will be served. No registration needed.

Author Book Talk: Richard Maurer. 6 p.m. Thursday, June 28. At a time when computers and spaceflight were dominated by men, Margaret Hamilton rose to lead one of the most crucial parts of the space program: writing the software that would guide astronauts from Earth to the moon and back. Local author Richard Maurer interviewed Margaret for more than 30 hours and tells her life story in The Woman in the Moon. His talk will be followed by refreshments and a book signing. All proceeds from the sale of books will go to The Friends of Gale Free Library. For more information or to register, call 508-210-5569, or email galefreelibrary@gmail.com.

Adult Summer Reading Program: The Adult Summer Reading Program started June 20. This year’s theme is “Go Anywhere with a Book!” Books can take you anywhere in the world. And with the assortment of books available — from hardcover and paperbacks to e-readers, CD audiobooks and the Libby app — you have the ability to take books almost anywhere, too. This summer, let your reading take you places by entering to win gift certificates from local businesses. An entrant will be chosen each week to receive a gift certificate from one of our fantastic local shops. For more information on how to participate, stop by the library or call 508-210-5569.

Lapsit Story Time: 10 a.m. Thursdays, age 2 and younger, in the Program Room. Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC’s and 123’s.

Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Thursdays, ages 3-6, in the Program Room. Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories. This story time will focus on picture book stories and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin’s great sense of humor.

Crossword Club: 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays. Come to the library to do a collaborative puzzle with local crossword constructor Frank Virzi. No need to register. Puzzles, pencils and coffee provided.

Conant Library

STERLING — Conant Public Library, 4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Summer Reading 2023: Summer Reading 2023 has begun. This program is an interactive and fun way to encourage children to continue reading during the summer. Youth ages birth to 18 years are invited to participate. Pre-readers can participate by being read to by a caregiver. Participants log their reading hours for a chance to win fun prizes in the library’s raffle. The first day to register and log hours is June 20. The last day to register will be Saturday, July 22, and the last day to log hours and enter tickets into the raffle will be Thursday, Aug. 10, by 8 p.m. All participants who log hours during the program will receive a book, made possible by the Friends of the Conant Public Library. Registration is required; go to www.sterlinglibrary.org or visit the library.

100 Books of Summer: Want to spend the summer soaking up some stories? The library challenges children and families to join us in the 100 Books of Summer Reading Challenge. Stop by the Children’s Room to pick up a list of 100 of the library’s favorite children’s books and start checking them out. Read all 100, or mix and match with some of your own favorites (remember, listening to books also counts), and turn in your completed list by Aug. 10 to earn a prize and a special recognition at the library.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Magic with Scott Martell. There’s magic in the air! Celebrate the beginning of summer in style with a fantastic show featuring Magician Scott Martell. You’ll be spellbound by dazzling tricks and surprising stunts — and of course, laugh a lot. Afterward, head next door to the library and check out some books to get your summer reading off to a great start. The show will happen at the First Church in Sterling at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 28. For all ages; no registration required.

Sterling Pages: An Intergenerational Community Writing Project. Patrons can check out a notebook on their library card and add to the writings of friends and neighbors. This is an effort to record shared memories and favorites and continue to build a strong community. There are five notebooks with five different themes. All ages are welcome to participate. Stop by or call the library at 978-422-6409 to ask about this exciting new program. Have fun and thank you in advance for your contribution.

Adult puzzles available for checkout. Beat boredom this winter with fun new jigsaw puzzles. The library has added adult puzzles to our collection; puzzles can be checked out for three weeks with your library card. Puzzles range from 300 to 1,000 pieces and come in a variety of designs. For more information, call 978-422-6409.

Drop-In Knitting. Knitters (and all other fiber artists) are invited to a weekly drop-in program every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Work on your current project while enjoying conversation, advice and camaraderie with other knitters. Open to people of all abilities, no registration required. For more information, call 978-422-6409.

Registration for the following programs (if required) can be done at sterlinglibrary.org or by calling 978-422-6409.

Summer Writing Contest. In celebration of our 2023 Summer Reading theme, “Find Your Voice,” the library invites young writers in all genres to enter the Summer Writing Contest. Prizes will be awarded in three age categories and across genres. Writers will have the opportunity to be published on the library’s website. Fiction, nonfiction and poetry of all kinds are welcome. Contest runs June 20-July 31. Open to writers from Sterling and surrounding towns entering grades 2-12. Visit the library for more information and submission guidelines. Sponsored by the Friends of the Conant Public Library.

Masterpiece Monday: Velvet Art. Come to the library on July 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. to make your own velvet art masterpiece, while supplies last. Create something that’s beautiful and fuzzy. All ages, no registration required.

Cutie Crochet. Youth ages 9 and older are invited to come learn simple crochet. Participants will work on basic crochet techniques, then on creating an adorable amigurumi character. Come to one session or all. Wednesday, July 5, at 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 25, at 2:30 p.m., or Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 5 p.m. Registration required.

Teen Volunteer Opportunities. Teens seeking service hours can help with program preparation and keeping library materials in order. Helpers are also needed to assist with children’s programming. Organized sessions on Wednesday, July 5, and Wednesday, Aug. 2, from 6to 8 p.m. Open to youth entering grades 6-12. Call the library to register or sign up via the calendar at sterlinglibrary.org; sign up to be a program helper or do craft preparation at other times in the Children’s Room. Registration required.

Write On! Young writers are invited on Thursday, July 6, for some fun with creative writing. The group will play writing games and practice brainstorming ideas, creating characters, and dreaming up plots. Participants may choose to get started on a story or poem to enter in our writing contest. Two sessions: 1:30 p.m. for youth entering grades 5-8; 2:30 p.m. for grades 2-4. Registration required.

July Adult Craft. Enjoy adult craft time on Thursday, July 6, or Tuesday, July 11, at 6:30 p.m. to make steampunk pendants. These pendants will be a fun addition to your summer wardrobe. All supplies provided; registration required. Spaces are limited and priority is given to Sterling residents.

Masterpiece Monday: Play Dough Playdate. Come to the library from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, July 10, and have fun creating with play dough. Make a monster, a “meal,” or just explore this colorfully tactile, child-friendly stuff. All ages, no registration required.

Showtime. On Tuesday, July 11, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., kids can act up in the Baker Room. Ham it up with drama games and try out some improvisation with friends. We might even put on a little show at the end. Open to kids entering grades 1-5. Registration required.

Fit Lit Book Club. Enjoy a fun book discussion while getting some exercise at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 11. Participants should read City of the Lost by Kelley Armstrong, then meet at the Cider Mill entrance of the Sterling Rail Trail at 7 p.m. Rain date Wednesday, July 12; call the library if the weather is questionable. Ejoy a discussion of this contemporary mystery set in a wilderness town as you walk and talk. Books are available at the library for checkout. No registration required.

Masterpiece Monday: Plein Air Painting. The library is setting up an art studio outdoors. Join in on the library’s lawn from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, July 17, to use washable paints to create a masterpiece. There will be plenty of colors, and plenty of fresh air. Rain cancels. All ages, no registration required.

Superhero Snack Bags. Library snack bags have super powers this summer. Each bag includes snacks from favorite superheroes, as well as suggestions of books and movies with the same characters. Superhero snack bags will be available beginning Monday, July 17, and will continue while supplies last. Open to kids of all ages, no registration required.

Teddy Bear Picnic. Bring your stuffed buddy to a special storytime on the lawn at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 18. Come sing, craft, and hear stories beside your teddy (or other special friend). Stuffies will get to dance, parade, and even bounce in a parachute. If weather permits, bring a blanket and snack and gather on the lawn outside. For ages 2-6 with caregivers; siblings welcome. Registration required.

Escape Room Family Challenge. The Baker Room will turn into an Escape Room from Monday, July 17, through Thursday, July 20. Families are invited to work together to solve puzzles and use clues to escape the room before the clock runs out. Children in grades K through 12 are invited to participate. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver to participate, and adults must have a child with them to participate. Each Escape Room group may have up to six participants. Registration required.

Drop-In Gimp Bracelets and Lanyards. Remember making bracelets out of gimp with your friends at summer camp? Or are you asking yourself, or your parents, what on Earth is gimp? Patrons of all ages are invited to drop in between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 22, or between 2 and 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 10, to make bracelets and lanyards out of gimp. No registration required.

Masterpiece Monday: Stickermania. Sticker lovers of all ages are invited to go wild with these appealing adhesives. On July 24 from 2 to 4 p.m., come and make a name sign or create your own art with stickers. All ages, no registration required.

Adult Craft – Pint Glass Painting. Summer is the perfect time to kick back with a refreshing glass of iced tea or lemonade. Shouldn’t your glassware look as festive as you feel? Adults are invited on Monday, July 24, at 6:30 p.m. to paint their own pint glasses using oil-based Sharpies. Registration required. Spaces are limited, and priority is given to Sterling residents.

Adult Murder Mystery at the Theatre. Love a good mystery? Enjoy getting together with friends? Are you good at gathering clues and solving mysteries? Join us for our first Adult Murder Mystery evening, Murder Mystery at the Theatre, a 1920s murder mystery, on Tuesday, July 25, at 6 p.m. Dress to impress with a period costume and break out your sleuthing skills. Best costume, best detective and best acting award will be given. Registration required.

Karaoke and Cookies. Calling young singers! On Wednesday, July 26, come and find your voice at Karaoke and Cookies. Take the mic for a chance to shine, or sing along with friends to songs from Disney, Broadway, and more. Two sessions: 2 p.m. for kids up to grade 4, 3 p.m. for grades 5 and up. Registration required.

Parents’ Night Out Book Club. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, to discuss The Sister Effect, a new novel by Susan Mallery. This summer read looks at how “family might be complicated, but sometimes complicated is beautiful.” Books are available for checkout at the library. No registration required.

July Cookbook Club. Join us at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, to sample recipes from The Forest Feast Mediterranean: Simple Vegetarian Recipes Inspired by My Travels by Erin Gleeson and Dappled: Baking Recipes for Fruit Lovers by Nicole Rucker. Choose a recipe from either cookbook, prepare it at home, then bring it to the library to share with others. Cookbooks are available at the library for checkout; let the library know which recipe you have chosen to avoid duplicates. Registration required.

Scrabble and Snacks. Love to play Scrabble, but have trouble finding friends to play with? Adults are invited to secure new opponents and show off their wordsmithing skills on Thursday, July 27, and Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 1 p.m. Snacks provided. No registration required.

Masterpiece Monday: Wonderful Watercolors. From 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, July 31. Let your creativity flow like a river with this gently vibrant medium. All ages, no registration required.

Josie Marie book talk. The library welcomes Sterling author Josie Marie at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 31, as she discusses her book From God, Through Daisy: A Thirty-Day Devotional to Grow Your Awareness of God’s Presence in Simple, Everyday Moments. Patrons are welcome to come hear Josie speak and ask her questions. She will also be selling copies of her book. Registration required.

Memory Kits. The library has added Memory Kits to its collection of nontraditional items for patrons to check out. The self-contained kits are ideal for individuals with memory-related issues and their caregivers. Each kit includes an assortment of books, activity sheets, DVDs, puzzles and more. The kits are designed to trigger special memories of life experiences and encourage interactions between individuals with memory-related issues and their caregivers. Each kit can be checked out for three weeks and renewed for an additional three weeks. For more information, call 978-422-6409.

Museum Pass. The library has a pass to the American Heritage Museum in Hudson. This pass provides half-price admission for up to six visitors. The American Heritage Museum is a military history museum that features one of the world’s largest collections of armored vehicles and tanks. For more information and to reserve a pass, call 978-422-6409.

Richards Memorial Library

PAXTON — The Richards Memorial Library is at 44 Richards Ave.

The Friends of Richards Memorial Library book sale is back on a monthly basis. The next sales are Saturday, July 8, and Saturday, Aug. 12. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The lower level of the library will offer a selection of used books, DVDs and music CDs for adults and children. The Friends has spent the last year reconfiguring the lower level to provide the library staff with more space for storage and future projects.

Materials for sale will cost $1 for hardback books, 50 cents for paperbacks, DVDs and music CDs. The Friends welcomes donation of books, DVDs and CDs for the sale, but can only accept donations on the day of the sales.

ALL MONTH

Drop-in Crafts for Young People Stick Together Community Poster – Countdown to Summer Reading! It’s like paint-by-numbers with small, square stickers. Fun for all ages. The poster image will be revealed as more stickers are added.

Adult Book display: Rainbow Book Month

EVENTS

Friends of Richards Memorial Library Meeting: 2 p.m. Thursday, June 29. Share your skills and talents with the Friends group. Opportunities to volunteer for events, fundraising, book sale, and more.

Summer Reading Program for Children and Teens: Registration begins Tuesday, June 27. Get ready for “Find Your Voice,” a summer reading adventure filled with prizes, fun programs, a reading dog, puzzles, scavenger hunts, a community song and more. Special gift card raffle for teens. Details available at rmlpaxton.org/summerreading.

Summer Reading Kick-off Concert: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 29, local performer Rachael Cobb Douglas will lead participants in traditional and original songs in a concert on the library lawn (weather permitting; indoors if not). Geared to children ages 0-12 and their families, but all welcome.

Summer Reading Program for Adults: After a super successful summer reading program launch for adults last summer, the program returns. Drawing Dates: June 30 – Dairy Queen; July 7 – Big Y; July 14 – Dairy Queen; July 21 – Panera; July 28 – Barnes & Noble; Aug. 4 – Summer Bonus Prize (TBD). Each day you check out books, you will be receive an entry ticket at the bottom of your checkout receipt. After the winner is drawn, we will start over, so come in often. You may win only one time this summer.

WEEKLY PROGRAMS

Mondays: Ukulele Play Alongs (Virtual). 7-8 p.m. for teens and adults. Sponsor: Friends of Richards Memorial Library. Register for Zoom link & song sheets: bit.ly/40EKtZe.

Wednesdays: Music & Movement Storytime with Julie Stepanek: 10:30-11:15 a.m. June 28 and July 5. March, stomp, sing and stretch in these interactive storytimes for young children and their families.

YOUTH BOOK CLUBS

Registration required. Visit the rmlpaxton.org tween and teen pages for more information and to register.

Graphic Novel Club (ages 8-12). Enjoy a featured graphic novel, take home activity, and small treat each month. Optional In-Person Meeting: Wednesday, June 28, 4-4:40 p.m. for discussion and fun activities related to the book. June’s book: Nat for Nothing by Maria Scrivan.

Teen Book Club (ages 12-17). Enjoy a book — and treats each month. June’s book: Queen of the Tiles by Hanna Alkaf.

Ukulele Play Alongs (virtual): Mondays, 7-8 p.m. for teens and adults. Register for Zoom link & song sheets: bit.ly/40EKtZe.

Library of Things: Did you know you can check out these items from the library? Literacy kits, museum passes, STEM kits, telescope.

Sterling Senior Center

STERLING — The Sterling Senior Center is located at 36 Muddy Pond Road. The center is open Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. If you are a Sterling resident and need a ride to the center, call 978-422-3032.

Congregate lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. No reservations are required. $3 suggested donation.

Christmas in July Lottery Tree! FOSS Fundraiser – $200 in scratch tickets to the lucky winner. Tickets on sale at the center. $1 per ticket, or $5 for six.

Join us for old time favorites – sing along to banjo, clarinet, guitar and harmonica with Paul and Paul Luria on Friday, June 23, at 1 p.m.

*NEW* Guys & Gals Fitness with Marty. A total body workout for men and women of all fitness levels. Mondays at 10 a.m. No signup needed. Free.

Therapeutic Chair Massage with Sherrill Sasser LMT, CAT on June 28. Call for reservation. $10 for 10-minute session.

Pancake Breakfast is on Friday, June 30, 7:30-9 a.m. Meet our special server, Anthony Trapasso of Halstead Insurance, Sterling. $4 suggested donation.

Fat Daddy’s Mobile Market will be at the center on Friday, June 30, 7:30-9 a.m. during the pancake breakfast.

Evening Mindful Meditation is on Mondays at 5 p.m. $5.

Pool tables are available Monday through Friday.

*NEW* Ladies pool every Friday, 9 a.m.-noon.

Wii Bowling group, 1 p.m. Wednesday. Meet new friends in the bowling circle, where it’s always fun.

Exercise classes: Tai Chi on Mondays at 8:30 a.m.; Pilates on Tuesdays at 8:15 a.m.; Line Dancing on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.; Chair Yoga on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.; Going Steady on Fridays at 10 a.m. Registration required for all exercise classes.

Outdoor Pickleball at West Sterling tennis courts, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. All ages and levels welcome. No play on wet courts. No signup needed, but you must sign a participation waiver on your first visit.

Sterling Strummers Ukulele Group meets for Ukulele Club on Thursdays at 2 p.m. and Open Strumming on second and fourth Mondays 3 p.m.

BINGO, Mondays at 1 p.m.; Game Day, Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.; Rummikub, Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.; Wii Bowling, Wednesdays, 1 p.m.; Acrylic painting, Thursdays at 1 p.m.; Mahjong, Thursdays at 2 p.m.; Knit & Crochet, Fridays at 9:30 a.m.

Sign up for Foot Clinic June 22 and 29.

Caregivers please join our new format Caregiver Program. The center will run a supervised activity for your loved one as you attend the support group. New day, new time, new format. Every first Friday of the month, 1-2 p.m. Next meeting July 7.

Parkinson’s Support meets at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, in person and via Zoom.

Veterans Services every Friday, 8 a.m.-noon.

Weekly van shopping trips on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. See newsletter or call for schedule.

Keep up to date with announcements, program updates and more at www.facebook.com/SterlingMASeniors.

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