Barre Area Senior Center

05/22/2026

Interested in learning more about our local wildflowers? Check out the group hike next week!

Celebrate spring on a relaxed, joyful wildflower walk where we’ll explore blooming plants, spot seasonal birds, and soak up the beauty of nature at its mid‑May peak.

05/21/2026

We are currently looking to expand our volunteer Board of Directors and are inviting applications from interested members of the community. We are seeking members with a background in finance, fundraising, or nonprofit management to help guide the strategic direction of the organization. BASC provides access to programs and resources that help older adults live independently and remain active.

If you are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply. Please complete the linked form in its entirety and we will be in touch with the next steps.

https://forms.gle/t3hvLzpgYnG73bt68

05/20/2026

Music offers such a great way to share multi-generational experiences together. 🙌 Yesterday, we were treated to another dance and drumming session with Marquaye Samuel from Shidaa Projects Inc.! This session was full of movement and many ways to engage with the music through dance and rhythm. 🪘🪇

05/13/2026

Yesterday was the first of four workshops with the Drum & Dance Director for the Shidaa Projects Inc., and WOW! 🪘 The music, talent and passion is simply astonishing. 🪇 We are so lucky to offer the opportunity to enjoy this at the center.

Mark your calendars for May 19, June 2, and June 9 at 11:30am and join us for more dance and drumming!

05/08/2026

Enjoy the trails throughout the Barre Town Forest with our Slow 'n Easy Hiking group every Thursday in May (weather dependent). The group meets at the Barre Area Senior Center at 10:45am to coordinate the plan for the group and organize carpooling to the trailhead. Each hike is approximately 90 minutes and offers a nice way to enjoy the trails and the company of the group.

05/07/2026

Join Samuel, the Drum & Dance Director for Shidaa Projects, and long time performer and instructor, originally from Ghana. These workshops will include drumming, dance, and recorded music as participants enjoy a dance demonstration and the opportunity to drum and dance as well. The activities can be done seated or standing. Drumming and dance benefits people of all ages, and after a long Vermont winter Samuel will bring energy from the sun through drum and dance.

05/05/2026

We're welcoming spring with a full calendar of activities! Check out the full calendar on our website.

https://www.barreseniors.org/activities-events

05/01/2026

💥We Need You!💥 We are seeking new board members to join our volunteer board and help guide the future of the organization to best support the needs of the central Vermont community.

Please complete this online form and help us learn about you and your interest:

https://forms.gle/qkCV1iyVw3NV1ELx7

04/28/2026

There is still a few days left to get your Community Bag from the Barre Hannaford store and support the Barre Area Senior Center!

04/20/2026

There is still time to pick up a Community Bag from the Barre Hannaford store to support the Barre Area Senior Center. We will receive $1 for every bag purchased in the month of April!