Weekly Update for Active Adults 55 plus 8/29/25
News for Residents Age 55+
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Upcoming Weekly Wednesday Luncheons at The Dunstable Public Library (unless noted otherwise). Please remember to ensure we have enough food, your reservation for lunch must be made by the prior Wednesday. You can sign up at the luncheon or by reaching out to Chuck at [email protected] or 978-649-4514x223 A cash donation of $3-5 from those who can afford it, is greatly appreciated to offset costs. Lunch is served at Noon but the space is available from 10-2 p.m. Before and after lunch, there are several games you can join in on including Scrabble, Mexican Train Dominoes and Poker.
September 3rd - We bring the North End Feast to you! Shrimp in a Garlic/Wine Sauce with Rissotto with mushrooms and brocolli and Tiramasu for Dessert. Chosen for those who have requested a Pescatarian Meal.
September 10th - LAST CALL TO RESERVE for the Road Trip to SeaGlass Restaurant at Salisbury Beach. Only 9 spaces left! This event costs $35.00 and will cover your meal at the restaurant including a starter and an entree from a special menu that will include fish, chicken and beef options. There may be a small up charge for a premium item, such as a lobster roll. After lunch we will take a short walk for those who may want to get an Ice Cream. We are able to provide transportation by "Party Van" for 14 residents. There also may be a few cars available for carpooling. The price is the same if you are on the van or in a separate vehicle. To ensure your space, advance payment is required. You can pay at the Senior Luncheon with Cash or Check. You can also drop off payment at Town Hall. Checks made out to "Town of Dunstable- COA".
September 17th - End of Summer Luau. Wear a tropical / Hawaiian outfit! Hawaiian Chicken- Grilled Chicken with Pineapple & Peppers. Island Style Fried Rice, Salad and Strawberry Rhubarb
Bone Builders Excercise Class is free to residents at the Dunstable Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 A.M. and Friday at 11:15 A.M. If you have not participated before, please feel free to stop by to observe and pick up enrollment paperwork.
Fit Over 50 "Barre Fusion Class" takes place each Monday at Town Hall (Lower Level) at 11:30 A.M.through early September. This class is open to all adults who wish to attend regardless of town residency or age. Each class is $10 ( cash or check). There will be no class this week on September 1st as Town Hall is closed for Labor Day. We are also beginning to take sign ups for the next session that will begin on 9/22/25 $35 advance payment for the next 5 classes, we must have 9 participants to run the program. Chuck will be present at each class if you would like to pay then or you can drop off cash/check or mail a check for $35 made out to Dunstable Council on Aging to Dunstable Town Hall Attention : Council on Aging 511 Main Street Dunstable, MA 01827
New England Botanical Gardens- A group of Dunstable Seniors are hoping to carpool and head to the New England Botanical Gardens on Tuesday September 30th as part of an AARP promotion. If you have an AARP membership you and 5 guests can go for free. While not an official Council on Aging event, we are happy to help connect residents who may want to participate. Send an email to [email protected]
September 25th for a Fall Excursion to Buckley's Market in Hollis, NH. Meet up with other Dunstable Residents for Lunch at Buckley's Market at 11:30 a.m. and perhaps continue on for apple picking nearby. This excursion is organized by COA but it is a Pay Your Own Way event.
Around Town : Do you run or walk for exercise? Consider joining Dunstable's Oktoberfest 5K benefiting the recreation commission and Dana Farber Cancer Research. Register and learn more here : https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Dunstable/DunstableDash
Food Truck Friday - September 12th at Larter Family Memorial Field sponsored by Windsoul Wellness Center featuring a free outdoor yoga session on the field and food by Dinner Made Simple!
The suspension of the Monthly Wellness Checks at the library has been extended through September and October. This is due to a staffing issue as well as uncertainty of federal funding. We are hopeful that this program can resume in the future. Also our monthly Tech Support from Dean Lotito is taking a hiatus until October as well. Dean continues to make himself available by calling him at 781-367-4791
What to know about Medicare Open Enrollment
SHINE counselors can help you with all things Medicare
Medicare Open Enrollment: October 15 – December 7.
Health insurance costs are an important part of your budget and Medicare Open Enrollment is your opportunity to review your Medicare plans with a SHINE counselor to learn about what you can expect with your current plan in 2026, or to learn about all options that may be most cost-effective for you.
You may also benefit from cost-savings programs which a SHINE counselor will explain to you.
Medicare plans can change annually, and changes are expected for 2026.
This can affect your health care and drug costs.
SHINE = Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone…on or eligible for Medicare. Certified SHINE counselors are available all year, and offer free, unbiased, confidential counseling on all aspects of health insurance to anyone on or eligible for Medicare.
You can also join an Intro to Medicare session with a SHINE counselor on a Wednesday evening on Zoom, 5:00-7:00 pm: , August 13, September 17, October 22, November 19, December 17. Call their office and they can share an email link to the Zoom Sessions with you.
Call the Regional SHINE Program who can assist by phone at: 978-946-1374
For reservations, questions, suggestions etc. Contact Chuck Raffoni, Council on Aging Director
[email protected] or 978-649-4514 x 223