September 2026 Newsletter

Sep 1

4 min read

September at BASC

September is here, and we have a busy month ahead! Along with our regular weekly activities, we have several special programs and gatherings coming up.

We are also continuing to make changes around the Center to make BASC more organized, welcoming, and easier for members and the community to stay connected with.

Program Spotlight: Woodcarving

Wednesdays at 10:30 AM

One of BASC’s most unique recurring programs is our Woodcarving Group, which meets each Wednesday at 10:30 AM.

This is a small, friendly group of experienced carvers who enjoy working together and are especially interested in helping new people learn the craft. No previous woodcarving experience is necessary.

Whether you have always wanted to give carving a try or are simply looking for a new hobby, this is a great opportunity to learn in a relaxed setting from people who are happy to share what they know.

New participants are always welcome!

Regular Hours Return in September

Beginning in September, BASC will return to our regular hours:

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Please remember that some programs may occasionally take place outside of regular Center hours.

Labor Day Closure

The Barre Area Senior Center will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen with our regular schedule on Tuesday.

Changes Are Afoot at BASC!

You may have noticed a few changes happening around the Center... and there are more to come.

As we look toward shaping the future of BASC, we are continuously working to improve how we organize, communicate, and share information with both our members and the broader community.

Some of our current priorities include making upcoming programs easier to find, improving our event publicity, keeping members better informed about what is happening at the Center, improving organizational systems behind the scenes, and providing greater transparency about BASC and how we operate.

Not every change will happen overnight, but the goal is simple: to make BASC an even more welcoming, organized, active, and accessible community space.

In order to achieve that goal, we need your help. Please feel free to share your ideas and feedback with our staff so we can continue working toward a Center where everyone feels welcome.

Coming Up in September

Qi Gong: Mindful Movement & Seated Meditation

Thursday, September 3 at 11:00 AM

Join Zhen Wolffe of Wolffehaven Healing Arts for the first session of a five-part Qi Gong series at BASC.

This introductory session will explore body and posture, breath, and mind through gentle mindful movement and seated meditation.

No previous experience is necessary. This is a great opportunity to try something new while supporting both physical and mental well-being.

Free | No signup required

Munch ’n’ Mingle

Wednesday, September 9 at 11:00 AM

Come spend some time with us at our Munch ’n’ Mingle!

This will be a casual opportunity to meet and talk with some of BASC’s newer staff and Board members, ask questions, share ideas, and learn a little more about what is happening at the Center.

There is no formal presentation—just food, conversation, and an opportunity to connect with our Center staff, Board members, volunteers, and one another.

We hope you’ll stop by!

Free | No signup required

Welcome to Autumn: Soup Festival

Tuesday, September 22 at 11:30 AM

Help us welcome the beginning of autumn with a sit-down Soup Festival at BASC!

Guests will have the opportunity to try a handful of different soup options while enjoying a relaxed meal and good company at the Center.

$10 for BASC Members $12 for Non-Members

Advance signup is required. Please sign up with a Front Desk Volunteer.

Senior Living & Care Information Session

Immediately following the Soup Festival, everyone is encouraged to stay for a free presentation beginning at 12:15 PM covering the fundamentals of senior living and care.

The presentation will provide helpful information about senior living options, care, planning for the future, and some of the questions individuals and families may want to consider as needs change.

The presentation is free, and signup for the presentation only is not required.

You are welcome to attend the presentation even if you are not attending the Soup Festival.

Meal on a Monday

September 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM

We’re continuing to expand opportunities to gather around the table at BASC with Meal on a Monday.

Join us for a home-style, sit-down meal and an opportunity to enjoy good food and good company with others at the Center.

This month’s planned menu includes herb-roasted chicken, creamy mashed potatoes with savory chicken gravy, tender green beans, dinner rolls, and peach cobbler for dessert.