Qigong - New Session Starting

Wednesday, March 15 at

10 a.m.

The Mendon Senior Center is pleased to offer another session of this popular fitness program. Qigong (pronounced Chee-gong) according to instructor Faith Kennedy is “meditation in motion.” It utilizes gentle stretching and breathing exercises. Upon finishing this class students will feel relaxed yet energized. Participants will be seated for the majority of the class. The cost of this eight week session is $40 payable to the instructor. Please stop by the center or call Melissa Rezek at 508-478-6175 to register.

New Program! Fun & Functional Fitness

Mondays, 9 a.m. Beginning

March 20

This six-week grant funded class is designed to introduce people to basic functional movements, focusing on building a body capable of doing real-life activities in real-life positions. Everyday movements such as balancing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, turning, standing, starting, stopping, climbing, and lunging will be made easier while training to improve functional strength. There will be special considerations provided for people with physical limitations (such as arthritis). Another component will be incorporating fun cognitive actives throughout the class. Set to up-beat music, the class, designed for all levels, will also introduce sedentary individuals back into performing and functioning at a more healthy level. Class size is limited and first time participants will have preference. Please stop by the center or call Melissa Rezek at 508-478-6175 to register. 

Instructor Christine Bositis brings to her clients over 35 years of experience in the field of Group Fitness. She has been a Gold Certified (from the American Exercise Association) Group exercise Instructor since 1986.  She has also been certified as a Spin instructor and Senior Fitness Instructor. As a former Human Resources professional and trainer, she brings a unique understanding of the importance of work-life balance to her fitness programs.

Music Bingo & Pizza

Luncheon

Thursday, March 30 at

11 a.m.

Join us for a trip down memory lane with Music Bingo by Good Thomas. Enjoy the songs of the 50’s, 60’s and more. You may even win a prize. This returning program is generously sponsored by the Friends of Mendon Elders. The cost of the pizza luncheon following is $5 per person. Please register for one or both programs. Call 508-478-6175 or stop by the senior center to register for one or both programs. Transportation is available for Mendon residents.

Historical Women

presented by Sheryl Faye

Eleanor Roosevelt

Wednesday April 12, 1 p.m.

After suffering through an unhappy childhood, and losing her parents and one of her brothers, Eleanor Roosevelt figured out where she fit in and could make a difference. She grew up and became an American politician. She was the longest serving First Lady of the United States. She advocated for expanded roles for women in the workplace, the civil rights of African Americans and Asian Americans, and the rights of World War II refugees. She became one of the first delegates to The United Nations and one of the top ten most admired people of the 20th century. In a return engagement to the Mendon Senior Center, Sheryl Faye will present Eleanor Roosevelt on Wednesday. April 12 at 1 p.m. 

The Mendon Cultural Council, a member of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, has generously approved this grant-funded program. Please stop by or call the Senior Center at 508-478-6175 to register for this free event. Reserve early, space is limited.

Mendon Yoga

The Mendon Senior Center is pleased to announce the return of evening yoga. These one-hour classes are taught by instructor Faith Kennedy and will begin on April 11 at 6 p.m. The cost is $65 for 8 weeks. To register, call 508-478-6175 or stop by the Mendon Senior Center. Space is limited.