Saturday, May 6th from 10:00am-2:00am
Have you ever wondered how to make those awesome
wooden pens?
Did you know it is called PEN TURNING?
Call 860-441-6785 or grotonrec.com to register
Registration preferred; walk in’s welcomed!
TVCCA Cafe May Menu
To make a reservation for lunch, contact the Senior Center office by 12pm the day prior by either calling at 860-739-5859 or stopping by. Lunch is served at 11:45am.
2
Western Omelet, Sweet Potato Tater Tots, Peas & Pearl Onions, Diced Peaches
4
Beef Hot Dog w/ Bun, Baked Beans, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Applesauce Cup
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Beef & Bean Chili, Pasta Shells w/ Herbs, Green Beans, Fresh Orange
11
Stuffed Shells w/ marinara, Diced Carrots, Waxed Beans, Diced Pears
16
Ethnic Celebration, Steamed Pork Dumplings, Jasmine Rice, Broccoli, Peppers, & Mushrooms, Sweet Treat, Orange Juice
18
Whole Grain Fish Sticks, Tater Tots, Zucchini, Peas, & Carrots, Tropical Fruit Cup
23
American Chop Suey, Carrot Coins, Soybean Succotash, Mixed Fruit Cup
25
Country Style Chicken, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Green & Yellow Squash, Diced Pears
30
Cheese Omelet, Home Fries, Squash Mix w/ Carrots & String Beans, Applesauce Cup
Over The Hill Hiking Group May Hikes
May 5 – Richard H. Goodwin Trail, Salem & Haddam
Moderate
Debbie & Barry
May 12 – Connecticut College Arboretum, New London
Moderate
Chuck
May 19 – Coogan Farm Nature and Heritage Park, Mystic
Easy
Chuck
May 26 – Barn Island State Park, Stonington
Easy
Cindy & Heidi
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:30 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.
Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.
All hikers must register for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch, insect repellant and sunscreen if desired.
ROMEO Club: Norwich Golf Course
Wednesday, May 24th at 11:00am
So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends. Men Only!
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only),
Trip: Norwich Golf Course
Wednesday, May 10th at 11:00am
Lunch with shopping afterwards. expected return is 3:00pm.
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
Trip: Highline, The Edge in Hudson Yards, NYC
Tuesday, May 23rd
Experience the Highlights of the High Line, New York’s elevated park experience. Let a local expert reveal all the highlights of this one-of-a-kind urban space with iconic views across Manhattan. Later, discover The Edge, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere with a one of a kind design. Lunch will be on your own at Hudson Yards. A lot of walking.
Trip fee is $132pp.
Registration has begun. Waitlist Only
May Health & Wellness Services
Reflexology: The massage will be about 20 minutes which includes a foot soak. Massage Therapist – $20pp upon registration. Thu, May 4th. Appointments start at 9am. Register with the Senior Center
Manicure: Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa, Tue, May 9th & 23rd. Starts at 8:15am. 15 minute appointments $5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish. Register with the Senior Center
VNASC Nurse Managed Foot Clinic: Thu, May 11th from 12:15pm to 3:45pm. Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp. Appointment required. No diabetics please. Payment due at time of service
Haircuts: NEW – Haircuts by appointment offered on Thu, May 25th.
9:30AM – 1PM, Every 20 minutes. Cost is $15 per person (Tips are appreciated) Register with the Senior Center.
Massage Therapy: Massages (with clothes on) to be offered on Wed, May 10th & 24th from 1pm to 4pm. You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $30 or a 50 minute appointment for $60. And Thu, May 18th, 9am – 12pm. Register with the Senior Center. Payment is due at time of reservation. Wear comfortable clothing
“Thoughtful Tuesday” Monthly Mindfulness Coaching
Tuesday, May 9th at 10:15am
Would you like to experience more peace and calm, even when everything around you seems chaotic and busy? Would you like to feel rested and enjoy better sleep? Would you like to experience more joy? Join Wellness Coach and Pharmacist Lisa Bragaw from Zen & Now Wellness Center once a month. At each session, Lisa will introduce breathing techniques and some very easy to implement mindfulness tools and strategies you can use anytime to bring more ease into your life. This group will meet the 2nd Tue of each month. Please register with the Senior Center for each month.
$10pp each month. Registration begins May 1st. Register by May 8th.
CPR Training
Monday, May 8th from 1:00-3:00pm
American heart association, heart saver, CPR/AED and choking. Heart attack and stroke will also be covered during this class. Certification is good for
two years. Cost is $60pp
Registration begins May 1st. Register by Fri, May 5th.
Paper Flower House Sign Class
Monday, May 8th from 10:00am-12:00pm
Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Certified Educator will help us transform a plain house door sign into a uniquely decorated welcome sign. We will create this one of a kind door hanging welcome sign using a variety of layered paper flowers, leaves, paint, border accents and a layered welcome die cut hello. You will receive a supply kit that includes the materials you will need to complete the project. Please bring scissors and liquid glue for your personal use.
Registration begins May 1st. Register by May 5th. Cost $20pp.