COA to offer computer social networking class

Seniors interested in connecting with grandchildren and friends over the Internet will want to check out this class, to be held at Hildreth House Friday, April 29, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. The class will cover how to set up a personal Facebook account and how to use this free service to find and connect with family members and friends, and how to explore Facebook’s many features. Call the COA to sign up; class size is limited.

Senior Conference

State Sentaor Jamie Eldridge will host the 30th annual Senior Conference at Assabet Valley Regional High School, 215 Fitchburg St. in Marlborough. The conference, which is free for seniors, will feature a wide variety of services, workshops, food, and entertainment. Free tickets can be reserved by contacting Eldridge’s district director, Michelle Geoffroy, at 508-786-3040.

On the road with COA

Call the COA office at 978-456-4120 for more detailed information or to sign up for trips. Anyone who cannot afford a trip can contact the office about a scholarship.

• Friday, April 15: The COA has organized this trip to the Devens Museum, to take in rooms full of exhibits highlighting the carious stages in the history of Fort Devens. There will be a van tour of the new developments at Deens, followed by lunch at the Devens Grill. The van will leave Hildreth house at 9:45 a.m. and return by 2 p.m. Cost is $5, plus the cost of lunch.
• Saturday, April 30: Reserve tickets now for this trip to the Citi Performing Arts Theatre for a matinee performance of Grease, one of Broadway’s greatest hits. The group will leave Hildreth house at 9:30 a.m. and return by 4:30 p.m. Cost is $78, required with reservation. Tickets are limited.