Trip: Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Norwich

Tuesday, July 18th from 1:15-3:00pm

 

Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, July 5th

Ice Cream anyone?  Buttonwood Farm makes over 50 flavors of ice cream at their farm.  Along with the ice cream, the waffle cones and whipped cream are also handmade onsite.  During your visit, have a cup, cone, sundae or shake of their delightful treat as you enjoy the views of sunflower fields and farm cows at their scenic country location.

Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus).  Ice Cream is on your own.

 

Your Life, Your Legacy: Funeral Planning

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Norwich

Wednesday, July 19th at 10:30am

 

Informational Seminar by Church & Allen and Labenski Funeral Homes

Most of us plan for important life events, such as weddings, our children’s education and retirement but few of us prepare for the inevitable.  This informative program addresses the importance of making your final arrangements in advance and the steps to take.  The interactive presentation addresses the advantages of pre-arranging a funeral, including the benefits of planning and steps involved in the planning process.  Participants may request a free Personal Planning Guide to help get you started.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Beltone Hearing Aid Clinic

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Norwich

Thursday, July 20th from 9:00-11:00am 

 

As a service to the local community, a Hearing Care Practitioner from Beltone will be at the Rose City Senior Center to meet with seniors by appointment.  A trained professional will be available for cleaning and checking all makes and models of hearing aids, along with answering any questions you may have about hearing aids and hearing health.  This is a free service.  An appointment is needed.

Please call Beltone to schedule an appointment time (860) 949-8350.

 

Register for The Big E Trip

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Norwich

Friday, September 15th

Join us on Opening Day for a day full of fun!  The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – the Avenue of States, musical entertainment, the Marti Gras Parade, agricultural and livestock exhibits, Clydesdales, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, entertainment and TONS of foods.  Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!

Opening Day is also Military Appreciation Day!  Active Military and Veterans get free admission to the fair with a Veteran or Military ID.  Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from across New England will be stationed along the Avenue of States to answer questions and provide information on both national and state Veteran resources.  A great day to visit!

COST: $58 per person – Includes charter bus transportation and The Big E admission fee.

$48 Active Military and Veterans – Includes transportation.  Free admission with Military ID.

8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich

 

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE

*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960.  When you hear the message

 saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*

Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents

-Beginning Monday, July 24 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Tuesday, July 25 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Wednesday, July 26 at 5:00pm

 

Volunteers Needed!

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Norwich

Kitchen Volunteers Needed

We are establishing a list of volunteers to help in the Senior Center Kitchen starting in September on an as-needed basis.  Kitchen volunteer hours are approximately 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m., Monday – Friday.

You will work under the direction of the TVCCA Café Site Server and assist in preparing TVCCA Meals on Wheels food bags along with assisting with the Senior Center lunch.

Assistance includes prepping silverware and trays, helping to plate and serve food, cleaning up, and running the dishwasher.  This position involves standing, bending, lifting, carrying, etc.

This volunteer position is as-needed starting in September, one or more days per week.

Call Hilary with any questions or if you are interested.  (860) 889-5960

 

Greenhouse Volunteers Needed!

We are looking for new additions to our group of Greenhouse Volunteers.  The Senior Center has an outdoor vegetable garden, outdoor flower garden, and inside greenhouse with lots of plants to care for.

The greenhouse volunteers get together every Monday morning (and more often in the warmer months).  Feel free to stop by the greenhouse around 9:30 a.m. on a Monday to talk with them about the help that is needed.  Open to Senior Center Members only.

Call Hilary with any questions.  (860) 889-5960  

 

July 2023 Preston Library Events

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Preston

Wednesday, July 19th at 1:00pm 

Book Discussion: The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams

Join us on the third Wednesday of each month for a lively discussion on a variety of fiction and non-fiction! This month’s book, will be The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams.For ages 18 and up: to register and receive a book come into the library, or call us at (860) 886-1010. This service was funded through a grant by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut: Thank You!

 

Thursday, July 20th at 5:30pm

Beer Styles with Cicerone Em Sauter

If you want to learn more about your favorite brew (and its history) join Cicerone (Certified Beer Server) Em Sauter for this in-depth discussion on the many styles of beer. 

Widely regarded in the industry for her expertise on the subject, Ms. Sauter presents an in-depth examination on the history and styles of this popular beverage. Please note: there will be no beer tasting at this presentation. For ages 18 and up. Please register online at https:// prestonpubliclibrary.org or call us at (860) 886-1010.

 

Library Passes: Check Them Out!

Thanks to the Friends of the Preston Public Library and Preston Youth Services the Library offers passes to local museums and zoos! Call us at (860) 886-1010 or visit our website at https://prestonpubliclibrary.org

July TVCCA Menu

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Preston

Our July menu includes the following selections:

Monday, July 24th: Country Style Chicken, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Green & Waxed Bens, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

Monday, July 31st: Pub Burger w/Bun, Baked Beans, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Mixed Fruit Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

 

As a reminder, if you are interested in participating in the luncheon
program, you do need to call in advance to make a reservation. The meal count is called into the central kitchen one week prior to the day we serve. We only
receive the number of meals that we have reservations for, they do not give extras and therefore we are unable to accommodate walk-ins.

Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and there is a suggested donation of $3.00 per
person to participate. If you are interested in attending the luncheon, please
remember that you do need to call in advance. Normal days of operation at the
senior center are Monday (860-889-0770) from 9:00 – 1:00 p.m., Tuesday &
Thursday (860-889-0770) 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. or you may leave a message at the
Senior Affair Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6. Please leave your name and phone
number along with a brief message.

Food Distribution

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Preston

Friday, July 7th from 10:00-11:00am 

 

As a reminder, we strongly suggest that you bring a cooler along to keep the perishable items safe. We do have the UNCAS Health District Van and their staff available to share important information and assist in answering your questions. Thanks to United Community and Family Services for their continued support to keep this service going in our small community.

Coffee & Conversation

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Preston

Back by popular demand, we have scheduled another Coffee &
Conversation event at the Preston Senior Center on Wednesday, July 12th. Doors open at 12:00 (noon) and the program will begin at approximately 12:30 p.m. This presentation will offer residents an opportunity to air their questions and bring forth concerns regarding public safety. At the last Coffee & Conversation presentation, we were made aware of the need to provide an opportunity for residents to converse with our Resident State Troopers as we ran out of time and unfortunately couldn’t accommodate all of the requests. Our plan is to give you an opportunity to speak first; followed by information on scams, crimes, areas of concern which our Resident Troopers will address.

The senior center is air conditioned and has comfortable seating for
approximately 40 individuals. We will have coffee, tea, water and some light
refreshments.

GAMES

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Lyme / Old Lyme

   GAMES
*Please register by calling (860)434-4127 if it is your first time joining a game*

• Bridge- Meets Mondays at 12:30PM– Currently accepting alternates • Cornhole– Meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 12:45PM

• Nickel, Nickel (Card Game)- Meets Thursdays at 12:30 PM– Bring 13 Nickels

• Wii Bowling– Meets Thursdays at 12:30PM

• Duplicate Bridge– Meets Thursdays at 12:30PM– open to newcomers

• Cribbage– Meets Fridays at 1PM

• Horseshoes– Meets every Friday at 1 PM • Bocce Ball– Meets every Tuesday at 4:30

• Darts– 1st and 3rd Monday at 1:30 PM– Call if interested • Badminton– 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 1:30 PM- Call if interested • Setback (Card Game)- Meets Tuesdays at 1 PM