The Robb Center Andover’s renovated senior center located at 30 Whittier Court. The center is a place for Andover residents to socialize, volunteer, engage in an activity or simply relax and enjoy the day.
The following is a sampling of some of the upcoming events and programs at the Robb Center. Please call 978-623-8320 for registration for the programs listed below:
Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 1:30 p.m.
Elder Scams by the FBI: Doug Domin, Supervisory Special Agent, Criminal Computer Intrusion Squad, Boston Field Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation, will pre-sent on Senior Fraud. This presentation will focus on online scams targeting the senior population.
Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 1:30 p.m.
The Ukraine War – Consequences – Intended and Unintended What is Next? Nuclear War?” by Henry Quinlan: Join us for this important presentation about the Ukraine War. This unique program will examine the origins of the conflict as well as the status of the war today; moreover how the consequences of the war were both expected and unintended. Registration requested.
Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 1:30 p.m.
Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage, The Choice is Yours by Blue Cross Blue Shield: Heather Hurd from BCBS will present on the difference between Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage.
Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 1:30 p.m.
Turner’s Modern World by Bruce Magnuson: The British artist JMW Turner’s career spanned the tumultuous changes of Europe in the early to mid 1800’s. Explore the art and times of Turner and his revolutionary ideas of painting. Last year the Museum of Fine Arts Boston presented an exhibition of his work . This session will use that as a jumping off point to explore context for Turner and his place in the pantheon of Western Art.
Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 1:30 p.m.
Healthy Eating by Heart to Home Meals: Join speaker Richard Rogers to learn more about a balanced diet over coffee, tea, and desserts. Richard will also talk about Heart to Home Meals’ special diets, regular diets, and how to select meals that are best suited for your dietary requirements.
Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m.
China: Return to New Places by Jack Holmes: China is a cultural adventure for Westerners, and history for immigrant Chinese. Travel with Jack Holmes as he returns to places visited over the past couple of decades. Jack travels to Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and the unforgettable Lijiang River near Yangshuo.