RSVP to 508-528-4430 or register for programs in person at the Norfolk Senior Center, 28 Medway Branch Road. For a full list of activities, visit the Senior Center page on the town’s website: norfolk.ma.us.

Thursday, January 11 at 10 a.m. Library Meet & Greet Meet Library Director Sarah Ward and learn about the Norfolk library and the special programs and services for seniors, including Stuffbrary (where you can borrow items), large print books, mobile printing, tech personal assistance, programs and much more. RSVP required.

Tuesday, January 16 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Downsize Your Stuff to Rightsize Your Life We all have new year resolutions to declutter and organize, and possibly transition to a new home in the future. In this program, Erin of Dovetail Companies will teach you to address your belongings in manageable bites with consideration for the emotions associated with the process, and ensuring you keep enough to maintain your current lifestyle. You will gain insight into resources available to you and how to maintain your rightsized home. *Rightsizing Guide and resources will be provided. RSVP required.

Tuesday, January 16 at 2 p.m. “All Booked Up” Book Club A monthly book group facilitated by Norfolk Public Library Director Sarah Ward. We will be discussing “This Time Tomorrow” by Emma Straub. RSVP required.

Wednesday, January 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trip to Gerry’s Place Restaurant Lunch prepared by Culinary Arts students at Tri-County Regional Vocational Tech High School in Franklin. Menu choices: Fish & Chips or Spaghetti and Meatballs, with a side salad and dessert. Cost: $11.95 (pre-pay at the Center). RSVP by December 5. Ride possible from the Center.

Thursday, January 18 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Danforth Museum & Lunch Trip Eat lunch at Pavilion, a new Framingham restaurant. Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of the Danforth Art Museum in Framingham and then explore the exhibits on your own. RSVP by January 9 and pay $12 for admission and the tour. A ride from the Center is possible. Space in COA van for first 8 people who request transport.

Thursday, January 18 at 2 p.m. Veterans Meeting Join our veterans group meeting, led by veteran Jim Schweitzer. Pizza served. RSVP required.

Friday, January 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Soups, Chowders, Bisques, Chilis, & Stews--A Pre-Souper Bowl Party. Join our party by learning about soups, chowders, bisques, chilis, and stews. Therapy Garden will teach you how to make a variety of mild and medium-spiced soups, chilis and stews from ground beef, pork, chicken and more. Review different recipes. Master recipes for meat-based and vegetarian dishes. A soup sample will be provided along with crackers. Space limited. RSVP required. 

Tuesday, January 23 from 12 to 2 p.m. Strength & Balance Workshop with Lunch Learn the importance of your core and more with David of APR Physical Therapy. You will learn how to improve your body strength, manage your pain, stay balanced, and prevent injuries to keep you healthy and active. You will also learn some simple exercises that you can perform at home to maintain core strength and balance. Enjoy a complimentary lunch of sandwiches & dessert. RSVP required.

Thursday, January 25 from 10 to 11 a.m. Editing Photos On iPhone/iPad We will learn to edit our pictures in the Photo app. Kevin of KevTech will discuss cropping and resizing, adjusting colors and brightness, and other adjustments that can be made to our photos. Space limited. RSVP required. 

Tuesday, January 30 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Introduction to Social Media Not a day goes by when there isn’t news about social media. Whether it is a tweet from a politician, headlines about Facebook or viral videos from YouTube, social media has become a regular part of our lives. Grace Buscher of GMBSystems will provide an introduction to social media and top platforms, identify some of the benefits and help you navigate some of the challenges. Grace will also help you connect to the Senior Center’s Facebook page. Space limited. RSVP required.