COMMUNITY SERVICES

The Nantasket-Hull Rotary’s Stretch Your Food Budget program invites any Hull citizen to try the meal kits and special weekly offerings by going to www.SYFB.space and sending a request for a delivery. All SYFB meal kit options are FREE. We must receive your order by Friday night to ensure delivery on the next Tuesday! Place your order at www.SYFB.space.

South Shore Community Action Council has funding to provide emergency assistance for veterans on the South Shore who may have fallen behind on rent, mortgage, or other household bills. To download a printable emergency assistance application or to apply online, visit www.sscac.org. If you have questions about the program, contact the council’s case manager, Barbara Anglin, at 508-747-7575, ext. 6289, or at banglin@sscac.org. Hull veterans who need assistance can call Hull Veterans Agent Paul Sordillo, 781-925-0305.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregivers Support Group. Thursdays at 3 p.m. Join care givers assisting loved ones with memory issues such as Alzheimer's and dementia. Share strategies and gain support from those currently on this journey. For more information call the Senior Center at 781-925-1239.

Meet-n-Greet Fridays 2-5 p.m. at Alternative Compassion Services. President Stephen Werther will be available to answer questions, take comments, show off the space at 175 George Washington Boulevard and introduce the staff. Must be over 21 and have a valid ID. ACS welcomes four people per half-hour slot. Schedule your visit at https://acscompassion.com/events

Seaside Serenity Al-Anon Meets every Saturday morning at The Anchor, 7 Hadassah Way, from 8-9 a.m.

Gamblers Anonymous. Do you think you have a problem with compulsive gambling, or want to learn more about how to stop gambling? Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to help solve this common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling. There are no dues or fees for Gamblers Anonymous membership, and the group is not allied with any religion or political organization. Meetings are held in Quincy on Fridays at 7:15 p.m. at New Way Recovery Center, 85 Quincy Ave., and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. at Quincy Community Methodist Church, 40 Beale St., and at 6 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 308 West Squantum St. The meetings are “open,” meaning that spouses, family, and friends of the gambler are welcome to attend and observe the meeting. To speak to someone now, call 855-222-5542.

Veteran’s Voice and WATD/WMEX Food Drive Thru. Open to all Veterans, family and friends and the public. No registration necessary, no cost, free. The second Thursday of every month from 10:30-12:30, 130 Enterprise Drive in Marshfield, drive through and we will load up your vehicle. For more information contact Craig Wolfe at 781-771-6416 or 89edge@comcast.net

Knitting with Marge Sullivan, Mondays at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center, 197A Samoset Ave. Come share in conversation and creativity with this constructive group! Continue with the project you’re working on or start a new one! Instruction is available, and sewers are welcome as well.

Please donate new or just used for display stuffed animals for use at disasters. Drop off at 89 Edgewater Rd., in Hull at the Disaster Aid USA Trailer or on the porch or at 1013 Avalon Dr. The stuffed animals must be Beanie Baby-sized or smaller so they can be carried on to the disaster scene. For more information contact Craig Wolfe at 89edge@comcast.net, 781-771-6416 or Jim Richman at katchie4us@yahoo.com, 617-688-0303.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Tai Chi at the Hull Public Library returns to in-person on Fridays, at noon with Ya-Li Ho. To register, go to hullpubliclibrary.org Events Calendar. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Hull Public Library. For more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

Friday Veterans’ Coffee. 9-10:30 a.m., Grand Army Hall, 358 Main St., Hingham. Guest speakers, coffee, and refreshments provided. Contact Dave Irwin with any questions, 781-910-2377.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

Beach Community Action Group Beach Cleanup (rain date September 21) Volunteers will meet at 9 a.m. at the A Street beach entrance. Cleanup supplies will be provided but bring your own gloves. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer, please visit our website at hullbeachcommunity.org

Temple Beth Sholom hosts Shabbat Morning Services 9:30 a.m. held in the Main Sanctuary at Temple Israel on Hadassah Way Kiddush & Torah Study following. Please visit www.tbshull.org for High Holiday information.

Two Tours in One! Officers' Quarters House Tour & Fortress Boston Walking Tour, 60 Farina Rd., 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $40 per person, advanced registration required - space is limited. Experience a rare opportunity to explore the hidden and storied past of Fort Revere in a special two-part event. Be among the first to tour the newly restored Officers’ Quarters, led by Larry Seaboyer, curator and Historic Preservation Specialist with the National Park Service. Then, take your experience outdoors with the Fortress Boston Walking Tour, guided by local historian Sean Baggett. For more information contact us at 781-925-5433 or send us an email at info@hulllifesvingmuseum.org for more details.

CPR Training. Get trained. Save a life. You’ll be glad you did. The Hull Fire Department offers this non-certification course for hands only CPR and AED Training. For residents or those working in Hull, join us at the Memorial School from 9-11 a.m. Please RSVP to lsestito@town.hull.ma.us. Questions may be directed to degibbons@town.hull.ma.us.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

Family Fun Day from 1-6 p.m. at the Bernie King Pavilion. A family-oriented beach day featuring dance, yoga, live performances, face painting, scavenger hunting, snacks and more. Presented by Queenality Cares, Better Beaches and the DCR

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Yoga on the library lawn on at 6 p.m. with Meghan Sylvester, LPN of Hullistic Health. No registration is required. For more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

Garden Therapy at 11 a.m. The Hull Garden Club is hosting creative “therapy” time to come together and learn how to make flower arrangements or a floral craft at the Hull Senior Center! All materials and instruction are generously provided by the members of the Hull Garden Club. Spots are limited, please call to register, 781-925-1239.

Tech Help at 3 p.m. Having trouble with that new app on your iPhone or Android? Not sure how to get the most out of your tablet? Come to the Hull Senior Center for help with your technology questions. First come, first served every other Monday at the Center, 197A Samoset Ave.

Erev Rosh Hashanah Services 6 p.m. held in the Main Sanctuary at Temple Israel on Hadassah Way. Please visit www.tbshull.org for High Holiday information.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Yoga at the library every Tuesday at 10 a.m. with Meghan Sylvester, LPN of Hullistic Health. No registration is required. For more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Documentary screening of “John Lewis: Good Trouble” and discussion of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act with Paula and Irwin Nesoff at the Hull Public Library from 9:30 a.m. - noon. An intimate account of legendary U.S. Representative John Lewis’ life, legacy, and more than 60 years of extraordinary activism – from the bold teenager on the front lines of the Civil Rights movement to the legislative powerhouse. Registration is required at hullpubliclibrary.org Events Calendar, and for more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Yoga on the library lawn on at 6 p.m. with Meghan Sylvester, LPN of Hullistic Health. No registration is required. For more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Yoga at the library every Tuesday at 10 a.m. with Meghan Sylvester, LPN of Hullistic Health. No registration is required. For more information, email Vienna Steiner at vsteiner@hull.ocln.org.

Hull FireFly Storytelling at Local 02045. We are celebrating 10 years of live storytelling. A spinoff of The Moth Story Hour on National Public Radio, true stories are shared to a live audience and must be told within a 3-5-minute period. Arrive at 5:30 p.m., storytelling begins at 6 p.m. Call 781-773-1253 to reserve a seat. Theme: “What I would have said.”

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2

Carve out a new tradition – give blood! The Hull Knights of Columbus are hosting a blood drive at St. Ann’s Catholic Church gathering space, 204 Samoset Ave., from 2-7 p.m. Give the gift of live. For an appointment, please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

Head of the Weir. The Head of the Weir Race is a vibrant celebration of the estuary's fall beauty and showcases open-water rowers from across New England and New York. This 5.5-mile race starts at 11:30 a.m. at the headwaters of the Weir River, winds past Bumpkin Island, and finishes at the museum's Windmill Point Boathouse at Hull Gut, offering an exciting event for both participants and spectators. Rowers and paddlers are encouraged to sign up, while spectators can enjoy prime viewing spots at George Washington Blvd. Bridge, Worlds End Park, and the HLM Boathouse finish line, where food and gifts will be available, with a suggested $5 donation for non-racers. Mark your calendar for this thrilling annual event! For more information contact us at 781-925-5433 or send us an email at info@hulllifesvingmuseum.org for more details.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14

CPR Training. Get trained. Save a life. You’ll be glad you did. The Hull Fire Department offers this non-certification course for hands only CPR and AED Training. For residents or those working in Hull, join us at the Memorial School from 6-8 p.m. Please RSVP to lsestito@town.hull.ma.us. Questions may be directed to degibbons@town.hull.ma.us

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

Friday Veterans’ Coffee. 9-10:30 a.m., Grand Army Hall, 358 Main St., Hingham. Guest speakers, coffee, and refreshments provided. Contact Dave Irwin with any questions, 781-910-2377.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER. 18

Hull Village Architecture Walking Tour with Bob Pahl 10 a.m. to noon, location: St. Nicholas Pkg Lot, 128 Spring St, Hull, donation $15. Step back in time and discover Hull's Hills and Architectural Thrills with Bob Pahl. Explore the hidden gems of Hull Village, one of the South Shore's oldest communities, where homes of early settlers, modest fishermen, and prosperous sea captains and merchants now sit quietly off the main roads. For your comfort we suggest you wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and a readiness to walk the hills of Hull Village. Contact us at info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org to register.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19

South Shore Neptunes Making a Splash 9-10 a.m., Pemberton Pier, 93 Main St., Hull. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind spooky splash! Our amazing friends from the South Shore Neptunes Dive Club are diving in again for their famous UNDERWATER Pumpkin Carving - and you're invited to witness the magic? Join us at Pemberton Pier where divers will submerge into the bay to create some truly unique pumpkin masterpieces. After emerging from the depths, their underwater works of art will be judged by the C.O. of Point Allerton CG Station - with the top pumpkin carver receiving a full year of bragging rights! Don't miss out on this jaw-dropping addition to our Hull-O-ween Pumpkin Trail. Contact us at info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org for more information.

New England's Lifesaver: Coast Guard Legend Master Chief Downey with author W. Russell Webster, 2-3 p.m., Hull Lifesaving Museum, 1117 Nantasket Ave., Hull, donation $10. The Hull Lifesaving Museum was honored to host the presentation of the Coast Guard's first Ancient Keeper Award to John "Jack" Downey, a Rhode Island native who saved more than 700 mariners during over 5,000 rescues in New England waters. Downey's remarkable career is now captured in New England's Lifesaver by Captain W. Russell Webster, retired Coast Guard officer and noted historian. This inspiring book highlights Downey's heroism and lifelong dedication to keeping people safe at sea. Contact us at info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org for more information.

OCTOBER 23-25

Hull-O-Ween Pumpkin Trail. 5-8 p.m., Hull Lifesaving Museum, 1117 Nantasket Ave., Hull, donation: $10/person, $20/family. Join us at the Hull Lifesaving Museum for a family-friendly "Hull-O-Ween" adventure filled with spooky and fun surprises! Start at the museum entrance and explore a trail dotted with pumpkins hidden in nooks and crannies, passing over 100 carved jack-o'-lanterns created by fellow Hullonians. Venture onto the pumpkin-lit deck, and if you're brave enough, continue through our haunted wilderness trail before returning to the main lawn. Adults can enjoy a selection of brews at our beer tent while the little ones revel in the Halloween activities. Sip on a cold one and soak up the spooky vibes! Visitors are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes, adding to the festive atmosphere. Prepare for a night of pumpkin-filled adventure and Halloween cheer. We can't wait to see you there!

ONGOING

New at the Hull Senior Center: Surf Café. Every Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Surf Café serves up delicious sandwiches, salads and soups, all for around $5! Bring a friend, or order something to go! Call the senior center for more information, 781-925-1239.

Pilates. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. at the senior center, 197A Samoset Ave. Pilates is a series of exercises inspired by calisthenics, yoga and ballet. This mat class is designed to increase muscle strength and endurance, as well as flexibility to improve posture and balance. Bring your mat, or borrow one from the center. $5/person.

Line Dancing with Mimi Leary – Thursdays at 11 a.m. Line dancing is a terrific way to get some exercise and have fun while supporting the brain and body, and improving your balance. Mimi Leary will teach you all the current dances and provides great music! Call the Anne M. Scully Senior Center to register for this great class, 781-925-1239. $5 per class.

Mediative Arts Class on Saturdays at the Anchor of Hull at 5:30 p.m., 7 Hadassah Way. For more information email programdirector@northst.org or call 781-534-9327.

Experience the Rhythm Drum Circle on Thursdays at the Anchor of Hull at 5:30 p.m., 7 Hadassah Way. For more information email programdirector@northst.org or call 781-534-9327.

Nutrition Education Workshop with Burke Nutrition at the Anchor of Hull at 5:30 p.m., 7 Hadassah Way. For more information email programdirector@northst.org or call 781-534-9327.

Sewing Club on Mondays at the Anchor of Hull at 5:15 p.m., 7 Hadassah Way. For more information email programdirector@northst.org or call 781-534-9327.

Toddlers’ Playgroup. Fridays, 1:30-3 p.m., Hull Lifesaving Museum, 1117 Nantasket Ave., The museum, along with Elaina Baggett and her granddaughter, are offering a playgroup for children ages from birth to three years. This playgroup will be held once a week in the museum’s play loft. We invite moms, dads, and caregivers to come sit, relax, connect...we’ll put the kettle on. Museum members: Free, Non-members: $5 donation. Contact us at info@hulllifesavingmuseum.com with questions.

Vinyasa Yoga. Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. Sara Pearson teaches a slow vinyasa mat class that will improve strength and mobility by linking movement and breath to help you attain balance in the mind and body. All levels are welcome. Please sign up at the senior center in advance by calling 781-925-1239.

Bingo, Crafts, and Games at the senior center. Every Monday enjoy a fun morning of crafts and games and bingo in the afternoon at the Anne M. Scully Senior Center, 197A Samoset Ave., every Monday. Crafts and games sessions are from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and bingo is from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Call 781-925-1239 for more information.

Strength & Flow Monday and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Sara Pearson teaches this dynamic class integrating breath, mindful movement, and yoga, with the use of small hand weights, resistance bands, and balls to increase strength and flexibility. $5 per class. Call the senior center at 781-925-1239 to sign up, or feel free to drop in.

Qigong on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Sandy O’Hara leads a class with roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, and martial arts. This class is for anyone who wants to lower their stress and maintain long term health and wellness. The six-week series is offered for $5 per class. Call the senior center to register, 781-925-1239.

Balance and Conditioning. The senior center is offering balance and conditioning classes. Each session consists of strength and conditioning exercises, stretches, and various balance drills designed to increase balance, strength, and flexibility. The stretching and strengthening exercises are focused on key muscles and joints to improve range of motion, strength, stability, awareness, and reaction time to prevent falls from poor balance. To register, call the senior center, 781-925-1239 *1 or email HullCOA@town.hull.ma.us. Instructed by Neil Sullivan, a clinical exercise physiologist. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Sign up for eight classes for $56, sign up for 16 classes for $100. Price may increase if class size drops below 10 students.

Not Just Yoga on Wednesdays. This class, led by Nicole Palermo of Sanctuary Fitness, infuses mindfulness, breath work, Reiki, and sound healing with mat-based movement to cleanse and release the issues within your tissues. $5/class. Sign up in advance by calling the senior center, 781-925-1239.

Chair Yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Yoga can be practiced by everyone. It is an ideal activity for those with balance issues or looking to start a yoga practice slowly. It not only has the benefits of regular yoga, such as helping with stress, pain, and fatigue, but it can also help with joint lubrication, balance, and even age-specific issues like menopause and arthritis. You can join the class every Tuesday and Thursday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. To register, call the senior center, 781-925-1239 *1 or email HullCOA@town.hull.ma.us.

Zumba Gold Tuesdays at 8:45 a.m. Using light weight-toning Moroccan sticks, Justine Hobin leads classes in rhythm-based movement that tones arms, core, and lower back. This class sculpts and tones muscle while improving cardiovascular health. $5 per class. Call the senior center, 781-925-1239 to sign up.

Veterans who served during the war on terror: The War Memorial Commission is seeking submissions for an update to the memorial wall. Active-duty dates 9/11/01 to 9/30/21. Must have enlisted from Hull during that time as shown on your DD 214. Submit your DD214 to Hull Veterans Service Officer Paul Sordillo at town hall, 253 Atlantic Ave.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish/St. Ann Church Masses are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m., Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7 a.m. and 10 a.m.

St. Nicholas UMC is open for in-person worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. All are welcome. St. Nicholas UMC, a reconciling congregation, is located on Spring Street in Hull Village.

Bereavement Support Group. This free online support group begins on Tuesday, July 20, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will be ongoing. It is open to anyone who has experienced the death of someone they love. Registration is required. This support group will be held virtually via Zoom. The link will be sent to participants once they are registered. To register, contact Daniel Brown, LCSW, bereavement coordinator, at DBrown3@southshorehealth.org or call 781-624-7046.

The Rabbi is taking appointments! Want to brush up on Hebrew, learn trope, ask a question, discuss life events, or what have you? Contact Rabbi David Grossman to set up a time to meet, 617-838-9166 or dgrossman03@comcast.net, or contact Rabbi Joshua Grossman, 774-257-8303 or je5367ms@gmail.com. Rabbi Joshua has regular office hours most Friday afternoons.