It seems like yesterday we were wishing you a Happy 2000 and here we are 25 years later. What I remember the most of that New Year’s millennium celebration is when Rene Morissette and Ralph Foster made the replica of the Times Square New Year’s Ball. We had the countdown and that beautiful ball dropped right here in Methuen! That is a memory I will always remember!
All of us at the Methuen Senior Activity Center hope that the new year brings you hope, joy, love and peace! In 2025, we ask that you update all your emergency contacts at the Methuen Senior Activity Center if you are, or thinking of becoming, a participant. For new participants, please stop by the office for an application.
We look forward to seeing all of you and making new friends this coming year!
Volunteer drivers needed
Be a spot of brightness for a senior, and volunteer to drive!
The Northern Essex Elder Transport Program (NEET) provides rides for seniors from their homes to medical appointments. Can you volunteer to drive 6 to 8 hours a month? Mileage reimbursement and supplemental insurance provided. Call (978) 388-7474 to learn more about this flexible volunteer opportunity. Info: driveforneet.org.
Blood-pressure checks
Blood Pressure Clinics are offered at the Activity Center Tuesdays, 9-11am with Maggie LeBlanc, LPN and Faith Ouellette, RN and Thursday mornings with Karen Ferullo, RN. Karen also offers Flu Clinics on Thursdays, 11am-2pm.
Do you need assistance?
If you are looking for information or assistance for housing applications, SNAP food-assistance applications, food pantry information, health insurance information or fuel-assistance applications, look no further! Reach out to the Activity Center by calling (978) 983-8825.
Free legal clinic
Attorney Peter McQuillan offers a free legal clinic with 15-minute consultations the second Wednesday of each month. Call the center to schedule an appointment.
Thrift Shop news
The monthly, Fill-A-Bag for $5 will be held Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 9am-3pm. You never know what kind of treasure you will find! The Thrift Shop is open to the general public.
Thank you!
On behalf of the Happy Hearts Chorus, I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for coming to the shows that we did celebrating the season! Whether you came to the Activity Center or the Music Hall or both, we can’t thank you enough for sharing your holiday with us!
Thank you to St. Monica’s Community Chorus for a show that no one will ever forget (see photos in this issue of MethuenLife)! You kids are amazing; hold your heads high and know that you brought light and love to all those who came to support the two groups!
Discuss issues with lawmakers & mayor
Did you know the state lawmakers’ offices come to our center to meet one-on-one with you? In January, you can meet with:
State Rep. Estella Reyes – Jan. 3, 10am-noon.
State Rep. Ryan Hamilton – Jan. 3 and 17, 10am-noon.
Sen. Pavel Payano – Jan. 8, 10am-noon.
Mayor DJ Beauregard – Jan. 8am-noon.
Veterans Agent for the City of Methuen Paul Jensen – Third Thursday of each month, 10am-noon.
Coming up
Jan. 2: The Talk, conversation on events that are happening in the news, 10am.
Jan. 3: Kindness Rocks, 10am.
Jan. 6: BINGO, 1pm.
Jan. 7: Open Art, 9am-noon.
Jan. 9: “Cheers to the New Year Celebration,” 3-5pm. Dancing, music, and a whole lot of fun. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so sign up in main office!
Jan. 13: 45’s card game, 12:30pm.
Jan. 14: Ambassador Coffee Hour, 10am; Sewing Guild, noon.
Jan. 15: Loss and Transition. Have you experienced a loss? You are not on this journey alone! Meet with Jacqui from Beacon Hospice, 10am; Traveling Chef luncheon, 11:30am. Sign up in main office.
Jan. 16: “The Poseidon Adventure” movie, 10am.
Jan. 17: Kindness Rocks, 10am; Dialogue with the Director, 10am.
Jan. 21: Thrift Shop $5 bag sale
Jan. 23: The Talk, 10am; Karaoke, 1:30-3:30pm.
Jan. 24: Board Game Day, 10:30am.
Jan. 27: 45’s card game, 12:30pm.
Jan. 29: Utility Program, 4-7pm. Join National Grid and Greater Lawrence Community Action Council for info on fuel assistance, weatherization, Eversource and more.
Did you know…
Join us every Tuesday, 1-3pm to learn to play the Merrimack Valley card game 45’s. Ken Ackroyd is your host and he will prepare you to join us monthly at our 45’s card game. Sign up in the main office.
The Senior Center is located at 77 Lowell St. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8am-4pm; Friday, 8am-12:30pm. To view our entire newsletter, go to cityofmethuen.net and click Senior Center. For more information on activities, trips or functions, call (978) 983-8825.
