Marion Council on Aging holding several events to begin 2025

MARION — The Marion Council on Aging is offering several events throughout the month of January.

On Thursday, Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the “Busted Canvas Art Project” will be held. Participants will be able to transform two plain canvases, learn how to turn a printed page into a work of art and experiment with paints, textures and techniques.

The project costs $20, which covers instruction and materials. Call 508-748-3570 to register.

On Monday, Jan. 13 at 1 p.m., Dr. Joshua Fischer will lead “How to Become a Better Sleeper.” A Brown University graduate, Fischer will provide guidance on how to get a better night’s sleep.

Topics to be covered include how much sleep is really needed, what defines a good night of sleep, why sleeping pills are not the answer to sleeping difficulties, how to use natural techniques to increase the odds of getting a good night of sleep, and why and what to do about waking up in the middle of the night. Attendees should bring questions and concerns.

On Thursday, Jan. 16 at 1 p.m., a representative of the Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol Program will lead a discussion on how Medicare beneficiaries are instrumental in preventing, detecting and reporting Medicare fraud.

The workshop will provide participants with the tools to become more informed and engaged as healthcare consumers, which can help to protect from becoming victim to deceptive marketing and medical identity theft.

On Friday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m., “The Dangers of Distracted Driving” will be held. St. Luke’s Trauma Center will educate attendees on the three main types of distractions, how many injuries occur daily due to distracted driving, how often on average drivers are distracted and how to limit distractions.

Attendees will learn what they can do to keep themselves and others safe on the road and behind the wheel.

On Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 12 p.m., Community Nurse Home Care registered dietician Barbara Canuel will give a lunchtime cooking demonstration. Call 508-748-3570 to reserve a spot.

On Friday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m., avid traveler Matt Davis will talk America's national parks. David has visited 35 countries and made over 40 road trips in the United States. He’ll bring slides, photos and stories from his travels and pass along travel tips from his book.

On Friday, Jan. 31 at 1 p.m., Collette Tours will present an upcoming nine-day tour of the American West, highlighting places like Grand Junction, Moab, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park and Las Vegas. The presentation will include the sights and options available on the itinerary.