The Friends of the Marlborough Seniors, Inc. (FOMS) proudly partners with the Marlborough Council on Aging & Senior Center (Executive Director Trish Pope) to support the monthly publication of Marlborough Seniors on the Go! (Volume 13, 2026). Every issue features our A Note from the Friends of the Marlborough Seniors column, Senior Center Gift Shop announcements, Center Grille menus, SHINE Medicare counseling updates, and daily fitness and social calendars.

Featured Inside the October 2026 Issue (Volume 13, No. 10)

Complete 2026 Monthly Issues & “Notes from the Friends” (January – October 2026)

October 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 10)

“The Gift Store has a great selection of greeting cards, holiday and seasonal items plus specialty gifts that are all reasonably priced. New donations arrive every week for your browsing pleasure.”

Key Events: Flu & COVID Booster Clinics (Oct 1 & 13), Witch Shelf Sitter Craft (Oct 6), Garden Club (Oct 14), Medicare Open Enrollment Begins (Oct 15), Free Lions Club Spaghetti Supper (Oct 22), Halloween Party with DJ Dennis Coates (Oct 29).

Read Oct 2026 Fall Feature & Notes →

September 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 9)

“The name September comes from the Latin word septem ('seven'), as it was originally the seventh month in the earliest Roman calendar... The month where we look forward to cooler temperatures and turning leaves. Happy Fall!”

Key Events: Garden Club “Seed to Table” Harvest Recognition (Sept 9), Senior Farmers’ Market Coupons, Bemis Farms Fall Pumpkin Workshop (Sept 29), National Senior Center Month Free Hot Fudge Sundae Bar (Sept 30).

Read Sep 2026 Fall Feature & Notes →

August 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 8)

“Senior Citizen’s Day: Did you know that August 21st is Senior Citizen’s Day? President Ronald Reagan took the initiative to honor seniors in 1988 when he signed Proclamation 5847... ‘Throughout our history, older people have achieved much for our families, our communities, and our country.’”

Key Events: Union Common Summer Concerts (Aug 6 & 13), Garden Club (Aug 12), National Senior Citizen’s Day Celebration (Aug 21), Beat-the-Heat Billiards & Mahjong.

Read Aug 2026 Summer Feature & Notes →

July 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 7)

“HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA!! On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial), marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Hoping you will have a wonderful summer and take time to celebrate this milestone of our country.”

Key Events: America’s 250th Anniversary Celebrations, Garden Club (Jul 8), Apollo 11 Archival Documentary Screening, Summer Drop-In Card & Tile Games.

Read Jul 2026 Summer Feature & Notes →

June 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 6)

“‘What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.’ – John Steinbeck. June is characterized as a ‘gateway to summer’ filled with warmth, joy, and bright, sunny energy. The Friends of the Marlborough Seniors thank you for your participation in supporting our fellow seniors.”

Key Events: Garden Club (Jun 10), Mayor Christian’s 3rd Annual Backyard Barbecue at Ward Park (Jun 11), Retired Men’s Association Outings.

Read Jun 2026 Summer Feature & Notes →

May 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 5)

“MAY – the 5th month of the year, likely named after Maia, the goddess of growth. Happy spring to all. We will once again be giving out seeds so look for them in the lobby coming very soon. We hope this will bring cheer all summer.”

Key Events: Free Lobby Seed Distribution by FOMS, Garden Club (May 13), Happy Wanderers Tour to Salem Cross Inn & Quabbin Reservoir (May 21, $145), MassHealth Lunch & Learn with Attorney Tracey Ingle.

Read May 2026 Spring Feature & Notes →

April 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 4)

“‘April hath put spirit of youth in everything.’ – William Shakespeare. Sunshine and new beginnings seem to pop up everywhere. Wishing you all the hope and joy this year’s new beginning brings... Come join the FOMS.”

Key Events: National Volunteer Appreciation Week (Apr 19–25) honoring FOMS Gift Shop Volunteers & President Marilyn M., Wellesley Charles River Trailblazers Hike, $10 Annual Membership Drive.

Read Apr 2026 Spring Feature & Notes →

March 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 3)

“MARCH – TRANSFORMATION AND REBIRTH: Let’s get this spring off to a great start! What can we do for you? At our ‘Meet and Greet’ last year we received a lot of good ideas. We need help to carry them out. If interested leave a name and number at the front desk.”

Key Events: Garden Club Greenhouse Seedling Launch Funded by FOMS (Mar 11), Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party with Irish Duo & Kennedy’s Market (Mar 12), Subsidized Senior CPR Class, Trombetta’s Minigolf Outing (Mar 25).

Read Mar 2026 Spring Feature & Notes →

February 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 2)

“HAPPY WINTER. This is the time of year where we seem to say, ‘will winter ever end’. So glad to have had the attendance at the New Year’s brunch. We hope your new year is bringing good things for you. Don’t forget your loved ones on Valentine’s Day, the gift shop may have an idea or two for you.”

Key Events: Valentine’s Day “Celebrate Love and Friendship” Luncheon ($15), My Senior Center 2026th Check-In Gaming Tablet Lottery, ITechnology Help Group Fridays.

Read Feb 2026 Winter Feature & Notes →

January 2026 (Vol. 13, No. 1)

“HAPPY NEW YEAR! The Friends of the Marlborough Seniors (FOMS) would like to thank you for your support over the last year, it was a great year! We would also like to wish you and yours the very best for 2026. Look forward to new things and new ideas for the upcoming year.”

Key Events: Free New Year’s Jazz Brunch Sponsored by FOMS featuring the String-Swing Jazz Trio (Jan 13), Center Grille Re-Opening with Chef Cindy Loughlin, Sand for Seniors with Lions Club & DPW.

Read Jan 2026 Winter Feature & Notes →

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