Barre MA Senior Center

10/16/2026

🌟🎃 GLOW, BINGO, AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN!🎃🌟

What an AMAZING night at the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center! Our Glow-in-the-Dark BINGO was a HUGE success! 💜💚🧡

The room was glowing, the competition was on, and the laughter was contagious! From our colorful decorations to our glowing BINGO players, it was a night filled with fun, friendship, and fabulous prizes!

🏆 A BIG congratulations to our winners!

🎉 Joanne Johnson won the Bluetooth speaker generously donated by Fidelity Bank! A special thank-you to Fidelity Bank for supporting our seniors!

🎉 Larry had quite the winning night, taking home the BINGO necklace, dobbers, AND the coverall prize!

🎉 Sue won the BINGO bag and, in a wonderful gesture of kindness, graciously donated it to Michelle! ❤️

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and helped make this event such a success!

At the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center, we're proving that having fun NEVER gets old! ✨

And judging by last night, we're already looking forward to doing it again!

Stay tuned for GRINCH BINGO coming in December!

10/16/2026

We got over 50 reactions on our posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

10/13/2026

📢 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE BARRE/HARDWICK SENIOR CENTER

💙 Introducing Our Standards of Conduct – Because Respect Matters!

At the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, valued, and welcome. Our Senior Center is more than just a place to participate in programs and activities—it's a community where friendships are formed, connections are made, and everyone should feel a sense of belonging.

To help preserve that environment, we are officially introducing our Standards of Conduct.

Why is this important?

As our Senior Center continues to grow, it is important that we establish clear, consistent expectations for everyone who walks through our doors. These standards are designed to:

✅ Promote kindness, courtesy, and mutual respect.

✅ Ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.

✅ Encourage positive interactions among participants, volunteers, and staff.

✅ Address concerns fairly and consistently.

✅ Protect the positive atmosphere that makes our Senior Center special.

📋 STARTING TODAY: All participants will receive a copy of the Standards of Conduct when signing in at the front desk. We encourage everyone to take a few moments to read and familiarize themselves with these guidelines.

This isn't about creating restrictions—it's about creating a shared understanding of how we treat one another. A strong community is built on mutual respect, personal responsibility, and consideration for others.

❤️ We sincerely thank all our participants for their cooperation, understanding, and continued support as we work together to make the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center a place where everyone feels they belong.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Senior Center at 978-355-5004.

Together, we set the standard for a stronger, kinder community!

10/13/2026

☕👮‍♂️ DON'T FORGET! COFFEE WITH OFFICER SAWYER IS TOMORROW!

Join us Wednesday, October 14th at 9:00 a.m. at the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center for coffee, conversation, and community!

This is your opportunity to sit down with Officer Sawyer in a relaxed, friendly setting. Ask questions, share concerns, learn about local safety issues, or simply get to know the officer who serves our community.

💙 Good coffee. Great conversations. Stronger community!

No speeches, no formal agenda—just real people having real conversations!

☕ Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, grab a cup of coffee, and join us. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

10/12/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Sah Mac, Joanne Thompson, Karen Riedle-Brunk

10/12/2026

🏈🍕 DON’T FORGET TO SIGN UP! 🍕🏈

Join us THIS SUNDAY, October 18th, for our Patriots vs. Jets Tailgate Pizza Party!

📅 Sunday, October 18th
⏰ 11:30 AM – Halftime
🍕 Just $5 per person!

Whether you're cheering for the Patriots, rooting for the Jets, or couldn't care less about football, EVERYONE is welcome! 😂

Come enjoy some delicious pizza, great company, lots of laughs, and a little friendly rivalry!

🏈 You don't have to love football to love a good party!

📣 Don't forget to sign up! We can't wait to see you there! 978-355-5031.

10/12/2026

😴💤 DON'T FORGET! OUR SLEEP WORKSHOP IS TOMORROW!🌙✨

Are you tossing and turning at night? Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Waking up feeling tired instead of refreshed?

Then this workshop is for YOU! 💜

Join us for "How Do You Sleep?" and discover simple ways to improve your sleep and wake up feeling your best!

🌙 Learn gentle stretches to help your body relax.

💤 Discover relaxation techniques to quiet your mind before bedtime.

🛏️ Get practical tips for creating a better sleep environment.

💜 Learn how to reduce tension and encourage deeper, more restorative rest.

📅 TOMORROW — Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 12:30 PM
📍 Barre/Hardwick Senior Center

Presented by Rhonda Hamer, Health Coach & Functional Aging Specialist from Wellness 365.

📞 Call 978-355-5031 or stop by the front desk to sign up!

✨ Better sleep means better days!** Come join us for this relaxing, informative, and feel-good workshop!

💜 Please SHARE with someone who could use a better night's sleep!

10/09/2026

Just a reminder that Tuesday is the deadline to sign up for our Shot Clinic coming up on Thursday October 15th!

Stop in at the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center or call our outreach coordinator, Gina, at 978-355-5031 to sign up.

💉 FREE SHOT CLINIC — PROTECT YOURSELF & STAY HEALTHY THIS SEASON!

Cold and flu season is coming, and we’re making it easy to get the vaccines you need right here at the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center!

Join the Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition, in partnership with CVS, for our FREE Shot Clinic:

📅 Thursday, October 15th
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Barre/Hardwick Senior Center

Vaccines available include COVID, Influenza (regular and high-dose), RSV, Pneumococcal, Shingles, TDaP, MMR, Hepatitis, and others upon request.

⚠️ SIGN-UP IS REQUIRED!
The registration deadline is Tuesday, October 13th.

👉 Stop by the Senior Center to sign up
☎️ Or call 978-355-5031

💳 Please remember to bring your insurance card with you to the clinic.

Getting vaccinated doesn't just help protect you—it helps protect the people around you, too. ❤️

Don't wait until the deadline. Sign up today and check one more thing off your fall health checklist!

10/09/2026

📢 HOLIDAY CLOSING REMINDER!🇺🇸

The Barre/Hardwick Senior Center will be CLOSED on Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day.

We'll be back on Tuesday, October 13th, ready to welcome everyone with smiles and open doors! ❤️

Enjoy your long weekend, stay safe, and we'll see you Tuesday!

10/06/2026

🔥 NEW Heating Oil Assistance!

Massachusetts has launched a new program to help middle-income families struggling with rising heating oil costs.

🏠 Eligible households may receive a one-time benefit of up to $680.

📅 Applications open December 2026.

Questions? Contact Gina Pedersen at the Barre/Hardwick Senior Center: 978-355-5031.

Please share — someone you know may qualify! ❤️