Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 28, 2026 Council on Aging announces September programming at the Connolly Center Older adults are invited to enjoy social events, fitness, art, educational programs and more T he City of Everett’s Council on Aging has planned a full month of activities and programs for older adults at the Connolly Center, which is located at 90 Chelsea St. September programming includes: Super Bingo – Wednesday, September 2, at 12:30 p.m.: Join the Council on Aging for an afternoon of Super Bingo. Participants must bring their bingo “chips.” Reservations are required, as seating is limited. Refreshments will be served. Senior Social – Wednesday, September 9, from 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.: The monthly Senior Social returns with lunch, music and dancing. This month’s menu: garden salad, vegetable soup, a choice of baked fish or stuffed chicken, rice pilaf, seasonal vegetables, dessert and coffee. Guests can enjoy music and dancing with Ray Cavicchio. Tickets are available for purchase through September 4. Acrylic Pour Art Class – Tuesday, September 15, at 1 p.m.: Let your creativity flow during an acrylic pour art class. No artistic experience is necessary. Space is limited to 20 participants, and reservations are required by calling 617-3942323. Pizza and Presentation: Estate Planning – Thursday, September 17, at 12:30 p.m.: Enjoy pizza while learning more about estate planning, including the differences between a will and a trust. The presentation is hosted by the Everett/ Saugus Elks #642. Reservations are required. Meals and Reels – Thursday, September 24, at 12:30 p.m.: Enjoy traditional lasagna and garden salad followed by a screening of the historical docudrama “Young Washington,” which explores the life of George Washington before the American Revolution. Ongoing Programs Haircuts with Maria are offered on the second Tuesday of each month. Participants should arrive with freshly shampooed hair and must make an appointment with Cathi. Fitness with Josie continues every Tuesday at 6 p.m. This free, drop-in class is open to adults ages 50 and older. Crochet Club meets every Tuesday at 11 a.m. Daily Lunch through the Mystic Valley Meals on Wheels Program is served at 11:30 a.m. SHINE Counseling is available on the first Wednesday of each month. Those looking for help understanding Medicare benefits or navigating health care can make an appointment with Joanne at 617-394-2260. The Connolly Center Gift Shop is open every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and offers household items, jewelry, clothing and more. Transport Older adults who need transportation to medical appointments or grocery shopping can contact SCM Transportation at 617-625-1191 and press #2 to reach the appropriate operator. Please provide at least two days’ advance notice. Save the Date: Indoor Yard Sale: The Council on Aging will host its biannual Indoor Yard Sale on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Connolly Center. Shoppers can browse small furniture, clothing, toys, kitchen items, books, antiques and more. Vendors are still being accepted, and crafters are welcome. For more information, contact Cathi at 617-394-2323. State Representative Joe McGonagle with Home Base Executive Director General Jack Hammond and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll. RUN TO HOME BASE | FROM PAGE 1 Special to The Advocate S tate Representative Joe McGonagle was thrilled to participate in the 2026 Run to Home Base 5K/9K to support healing the invisible wounds of veterans across the country. He brought donations from several Everett businesses to support Home Base Charlestown, a veteran’s organization run in conjunction with Massachusetts General Hospital and the Boston Red Sox to address the mental and physical well-being of veterans returning from service. The 17th annual event raised more than $3.5 million for the cause and saw thousands participate. “I am a huge fan of Home Base and the work they do, so participating in this event is a no-brainer,” said McGonagle. “This is my second year doing it and I hope to continue the tradition. The people you meet and the stories you hear are nothing short of inState Representative Joe McGonagle receives a generous donation from Everett Bank. thy cause.” spirational. I’m so grateful for organizations like Home Base with leaders like General Jack Hamond who dedicate themselves to this cause. I am also so grateful for the incredible businesses we have in our Everett community who recognize this as well. I’d like to thank Everett Bank, White’s Auto Body and Sabatino Insurance for their generous contributions to this most worHome Base is a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families and Families of the Fallen through world-class, direct clinical care, wellness, education and research — all at no cost to them — regardless of era of service, discharge status or geographical location. The program was founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and the Boston Red Sox. Since 2009, Home Base has served more than 60,000 Veterans and their Family Members and trained over 85,000 clinicians across the nation, and the organization remains at the forefront of discovering new treatments to ensure a brighter future for Warriors and their Families.
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