Art & Quilt Exhibit- Tuesday, June 7th thru Monday, June 13th
Stop by the Dining Room to see the amazing works of art by our Senior Center Members!
The Tuesday Art Class and Thursday Quilting group will have a combined Art & Quilt Exhibit on display in the Dining Room. A select number of art pieces and quilts made by current class participants will be shown. Be sure to stop by and admire their amazing talent!
May Mini-Trip: Downton Abbey Style: Influences on Fashion 1912-1930 display at Windsor Senior Center on Wednesday, May 11th
Mini-Trips are open to Rose City Senior Center members only
Join us for a fun afternoon at Windsor Senior Center for this delightful presentation!
In advance of the next Downton Abbey film release this month, the Windsor Senior Center presents a captivating showcase on the characters, props, and influential clothing seen in the series and films.
Presenter Susan Jerome will explore the social, technological, and political developments of the early twentieth century as reflected in the notable evolution of women’s and men’s clothing.
Sign up at Reception. Open to Senior Center Members.
Cost: $7 Payment must be made by May 9th.
Bus leaves Senior Center promptly at NOON and returns approximately 3:45pm.
This trip will be using the Senior Center bus for transportation.
Craft Classes ~Spring Craft on Friday, May 6th and May 20th at 10:00am
Make simple Spring crafts to take home and enjoy for the Season! This easy crafts are good for beginners but all are welcome to join. All materials will be supplied.
This class is free for Senior Center Members and led by our very crafty volunteer Joyce.
Class size will be limited and you need to sign up in advance to join the class.
Sign up at Reception if you are interested.
Book for Sale- White Gloves by Karen Warfield
Set in Norwich, CT in the 1860’s, White Gloves is an historical fiction novel with themes of mystery, intrigue, deception, and redemption. Follow the story of Edwina Wojneck, a poor girl living with her family who always felt there was more to life than washing clothes and being belittled by her Mummy.
After her glamorous Aunt Vi gives her a taste of the finer things in life, Edwina is whisked off to a new “station” – being a maid in Rochurst Manor. While there Edwina learns of the strange and disturbing past of Master Rochurst, and the tragic present circumstances of the ladies of the house!
Book Price ~ Senior Center Members: $12.00 Non-Members: $17.00
Purchase Book at Reception. All proceeds will benefit the Rose City Senior Center.
Book Discussion: Karen Warfield will be here in late Summer/early Fall for a book discussion for those who are interested after reading the book. The date is not yet scheduled.
Book Loan: The Senior Center has two copies of White Gloves to loan out (two week loan time) for Senior Center Members not able to purchase a book. Please see Hilary if you are interested.
Renter’s Rebate Program ~2022
A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2021 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program. Program open through October 1, 2022.
You must apply in the town you are currently living in and have rented in Connecticut in 2021.
Income Limits:
Single: $38,100 yearly or less Couple: $46,400 yearly or less
Appointment Needed, Please Call:
Norwich residents, 55 and older call the Rose City Senior Center at (860) 889-5960.
If you are under 55 and a Norwich resident, call Norwich Human Services at (860) 823-3778.
► If you reside in Senior Housing, please call your
Resident Services Coordinator at your housing complex for information.