Celebrate National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA With Magic & Community
National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA: Celebrate Seniors & Community Spirit
Every August 21, the nation pauses to honor older adults and the contributions they make to our communities. National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA is an opportunity not only to celebrate the energy and wisdom of our seniors, but also to recognize the ways they give back—creating opportunities for the entire community to connect, learn, and enjoy life together.
Blackstone’s seniors are at the heart of our town, participating in parades, fundraisers, and community celebrations. Thanks to the Blackstone Council on Aging (COA) and the Friends of the Blackstone Council of Aging, they also create programs and activities that benefit residents of all ages.
Seniors in Action: Programs & Activities at the Blackstone Senior Center
Tiziana Milano, the new Senior Center Director, has been inspired by the energy she’s seen since stepping into her role and shared with Small Town Post:
“The thing about Blackstone seniors that I’ve noticed in my short time as their Director, is their eagerness to stay active, learn new things, and connect with others. From fitness and wellness classes to creative programs and lifelong learning, their enthusiasm makes every day at the Senior Center vibrant and inspiring.”
The Blackstone Senior Center truly offers something for everyone:
Exercise & Wellness Programs (Weekly)
- Line Dancing
- Tap Dancing
- Chair Yoga
- Pound
- Strength & Stretch
- Strength Circuit Training
- Zumba
- Tai Chi
- Qi Gong
- Meditation
Other Weekly Programs
- Grief Gathering
- Aging Gracefully
- Yarnworks (Knitting) Group
- Cribbage
- Mah Jong
Monthly Programs
- Book Club
- Garden Club
Meals: Lunch is served every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at noon, offering both nourishment and fellowship.
Sharing the Celebration: Magic Show for All
This year, National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA brings something extra special—and it’s not just for seniors. On Thursday, August 21 at 1:00 PM, the Blackstone Senior Center is bringing a free, family-friendly magic show to town, featuring Dennis the Magician.
Thanks to the support of the Mass Cultural Council, this event is open to all ages and surrounding towns. With jaw-dropping illusions and laugh-out-loud fun, it’s a celebration designed to unite generations.
This isn’t the Senior Center celebrating behind closed doors—it’s our seniors inviting everyone to join them. By hosting inclusive, town-wide programs, they’re proving once again that they are not only participants in community life but also creators of joy and connection for others.
Friends of the Blackstone COA: Supporting Seniors & the Community
The Friends of the Blackstone Council of Aging are also hard at work, raising funds to support these programs and keep seniors connected. They’ll hold their Calendar Raffle in November, with tickets available at the Blackstone Fall Festival in September, and are currently selling chocolate bars around town.
And this Sunday, August 24, the Senior Center will host a table at the Blackstone Summer Celebration, another chance for residents to meet, connect, and see all the great opportunities available through the COA.
Why National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA Matters
Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA is about more than saying thank you—it’s about truly recognizing the role our seniors play in the life of the town. From supporting fundraisers to showing up at parades and community celebrations, they are woven into the fabric of Blackstone.
This day is also a chance to pause and say: we see you, we value you, and we thank you. Seniors inspire us with their energy, their wisdom, and their generosity. And by hosting events like this week’s magic show, they continue to share that spirit with the whole community.
Celebrate Together
National Senior Citizens Day in Blackstone MA is best honored not only with words, but with action. Attend the magic show, stop by the Senior Center table at the Blackstone Summer Celebration, or simply reach out to a senior in your life with kindness. Every gesture strengthens the bond between generations and deepens the small-town spirit that makes Blackstone shine.
Our seniors are proof that community is strongest when generations come together. By honoring them today—and every day—we carry forward the small-town spirit of connection, kindness, and pride that makes Blackstone shine.
At Small Town Post, our mission is to highlight the people, events, and stories that make Blackstone and Millville extraordinary. Celebrating our seniors is at the heart of that mission—they inspire us with their energy, creativity, and generosity.
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Photo courtesy of Blackstone Council on Aging Senior Center Facebook Page
