Senior Center this week: ‘Love is Strange’ is movie this week. Plan ahead for a busy September.

Waltham’s Council on Aging operates out of the William F. Stanley Senior Center at 488 Main St. The spacious, well-equipped center offers guidance on senior issues as well as rich programs for exercise, music, classes and socializing. Check out the center’s newsletter for a full listing. Call 781-314-3499 with questions and to register for programs.

Movie “Love is Strange,” Friday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m. (subtitled), 1 p.m. (no subtitles).“Love Is Strange” is a gentle and moving drama starring John Lithgow and Alfred Molina as a longtime couple whose lives are unexpectedly disrupted when they lose their New York apartment. As they rely on friends and family for temporary housing, the film explores love, resilience and the power of community with heartfelt performances. This beautifully acted story offers a touching look at relationships and the challenges of change. R/ 1 hour 34 minutes. $0.50 donation (optional). Please register. 

Planning ahead

Election Day, Tuesday, Sept. 1. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Encore Casino trip, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 9:15 a.m. motorcoach will leave from the Sacred Heart Church parking lot.  Try your luck with more than 2,800  slot machines. Enjoy 166 table games. It all adds up to an exciting, memorable experience. Casino time: 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The cost is $39 per person, due upon registration. Includes free slot play plus Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation. You must have a current Massachusetts license to participate in the casino’s rewards program. Tour operated by Bloom Tours. Please register. 

Flu / COVID shot drop-in clinic, Thursdays at 1 p.m. on Sept. 3, Sept. 24 and Oct. 8. Waiver forms will be available at the front desk after Aug. 24 to complete and bring with you. 

Schedule appointments for 2027 Medicare open enrollment, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8, The annual Medicare open enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can select different coverages for the following year. 

Sages and Seekers Creating Connections. Tuesdays, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Sept. 15 to Oct. 27. Sages and Seekers is a seven-week program offering a unique opportunity for seniors to connect and share meaningful conversations with students from Waltham High School.  adults 60 and older who are available for the seven,weekprogram. If you are interested, please leave your contact information at the Council on Aging at 781-314-3499. A member of the planning committee will contact you.

Did you know?

The COA provides information on legal services, home care, assistance with nursing homes and assisted living facilities, financial assistance, housing options, medical equipment loans, mental health and substance abuse.

• You can sign up for Meals on Wheels home delivery service. Volunteers to deliver meals are also needed
• Senior parking permits are available for $5 per year. Show your drivers’ license at the COA registration desk.
• Taxi vouchers are available for purchase, six books per month.
• Help with transportation. Medical appointment transportation is available in Waltham only. Grocery shopping routes are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, call for availability. Limited transportation to the Senior Center is available upon request with advanced notice.

Multi-language programs

Tuesdays at 10 a.m. English as a second language. Classes given by an experienced ESL teacher. Improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills while learning practical English for everyday life. Free but please register.

Wednesdays at 10:30–11:30 a.m. Hora del Café. Spanish-speaking coffee hour. 

Fridays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ugandan Golden Seniors lunch program.

Here is the full schedule for this week