Events and Activities

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Senior Portrait Day

We are thrilled to bring you a NEW and exciting event.
On Wednesday, September 23^rd, 2026, at Athol Senior Center.

Christopher J. Bowen, Creative Director of BLAMM! Media, will conduct professional photographic portrait sessions of members who sign up for a free sitting.

Be yourself, bring a friend, be traditional or have some silly fun while posing for these pictures. Whether you are camera shy or camera ready, this is a wonderful way to connect with community and celebrate who you are in life today.

We are able to accommodate 20 people, so call the office to register for your private portrait session, 978-249-8986.

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Memory Cafe
Mondays, 11:00

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Caregivers Support Group

This new program is designed to provide a loatcal group gathering for individuals who provide support and care for someone with dementia and other memory loss challenges. The group will offer information, education, problem solving and coping strategies, isolation reduction, and community networking. The group will come together to share experiences, exchange information, and offer support to one another.

The Caregiver’s Group will meet the third Monday of each month from 10 am – 12.
While you gather, there will be respite availability for caregivers while those you care for will have an opportunity to participate in their own setting to socialize and enjoy meaningful activities. Please call the Senior Center at 978-249-8986 for more information and to register.
Mondays, 11:00 am
Upcoming dates:

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Game Day
Scrabble and More!

Come out and play games you know and love!
Learn new games!
Bring a friend and meet new people!

Not only are games, such as SCRABBLE fun, they may improve your overall Health and Wellness, including memory and cognitive skills – see below

“Training your memory leads to improved cognitive capacity, which means that your brain will be more efficient when dealing with challenging tasks. One of the effects of playing Scrabble is learning new words, but playing this game will also have a direct impact on the performance of your brain.”  _{https://www.meeplemountain.com}

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Bingo

~Every 1^st and 3^rd Tues of the month
~Doors will open at 12:45pm
~Games played from 1pm – 3pm
~Concessions available for sale
~Due to lingering concerns over COVID, attendance is limited

Call 978-249-8986 for additional information

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September Movie

Wednesday, September 30^th at 1:00 PM

I Care A Lot

“A crooked legal guardian who drains the savings of her elderly wards meets her match when a woman she tries to swindle turns out to be more than she first appears.”

Popcorn and Beverage Provided

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North Quabbin Memory Cafe

Mondays, 10 AM – 12 PM
We are excited to announce that the Athol Council on Aging and the Petersham Council on Aging have partnered to create a new initiative called the North Quabbin Memory Café.
This program will offer a monthly meeting place for individuals living with changes in their thinking or memory, mild cognitive impairment or dementiadue to Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder.

It will be a place to relax, have fun, and meet others along with their care partners. Each month will feature a theme, activities for participants and care partners based on the interests of the group, a time for socializing and refreshments.

The Café is free of charge and promotes inclusion for all.
Funded by LifePath, Inc, the Church Street Home Fund, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, and the Friends of the Council on Aging

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Grief Support Group for Elders

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Senior Dining at Pam’s Luncheonette

Enjoy a nutritious and tasty lunch in the company of others. Lifepath, Inc, of Greenfield provides a congregate lunch on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Athol Senior Center for those 60 and older and/or disabled. Wednesdays feature Pam’s popular surprise “Mystery Dessert”!

To reserve, please sign up by 9:00 AM the day before the Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday you wish to dine by calling the Senior Center at 978-249-8986.

Lunch is served at noon and a $3.50 donation is welcome.

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Foot Screening

Tuesday, August 25 and Wednesday, August 26
Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September30
Tuesday, October 27 and Wednesday, October 28
Tuesday, November 24 *One day only, 8 – 11 am
*Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23

Please call for an appointment *
Fee: Athol Residents $8
Out of Town Residents $18

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Blood Pressure Clinic and “Ask a Nurse”

3rd Wednesday of each month

11- 12:30

Appointment not needed

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Cards:

Canasta

2^nd and 4^th Tuesdays
1:00 PM

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