Trip: Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

Tuesday, June 18th

Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Thursday, June 6th

Join us for lunch at Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London.  This casual, outdoor restaurant is a local favorite for seafood lovers!  They offer seafood dinners, lobster rolls, chowder, salads, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and more!  Have room for dessert?  Captain Scott’s also sells ice cream!  Located right

on the water, Captain Scott’s offers beautiful views of Shaw’s Cove Marina while enjoying your lunch.

(Please note: Dining is on outdoor picnic tables with a covered seating area available).

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

Bus leaves the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. and returns approx. 1:45 p.m.

 

Upcoming Trip: “Nunsense- A Musical” at Newport Playhouse

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

 

Nunsense – A Musical!

Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Theater, Newport, RI

Wednesday, July 31st

Start with a delicious, all you can eat, buffet lunch featuring a large selection of freshly prepared food.  After lunch, enjoy the hilarious performance of Nunsense – A Musical!  Following the show, return to your seat in the dining room for dessert, drinks and a fun-filled Cabaret Show!

Nunsense – A Musical! ~ A hilarious musical comedy about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser.  Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia (Child of God).  Thus, the remaining nuns – befuddled Sister Mary Amnesia; ballet-loving Sister Leo; street-wise Sister Robert Anne; the Mother Superior Sister Regina, and (mistress of the novices) Sister Mary Hubert – decide the best way to raise the money to bury their dearly departed is to stage a talent show ~featuring their own “talents”!

COST: $99 per person includes charter coach bus transportation, fabulous buffet lunch, matinee performance of Nunsense – A Musical!, and Cabaret Show.  Driver tip is not included.

9:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

6:00 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 Tuesday, June 18 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Wednesday, June 19 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Thursday, June 20 at 5:00pm

 

Housing Support Group

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

3rd Tuesday of the Month from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  

Noreen Zupnik, Housing Counselor from New London Homeless Hospitality Center – Housing Resource Center will be at Rose City Senior Center the 3rd Tuesday of every month to answer questions, listen to your concerns, and help with your complaints on your current housing situation.

The goal is to ensure ongoing support to seniors currently in housing and dealing with landlords, management companies or housing authorities.  With limited housing inventory and prices soaring it has become critical that our senior population is experiencing Fairness, Security and Affordability.

Noreen will be here to listen, educate, and help seniors in understanding their tenant rights that will include the how-to of landlord communication including: complaints, lease explanations, letters to landlords and housing commissions to mention a few.

You will not be alone in working through your concerns…

So let’s take the fear away, go forward, and build strength through knowledge and partnership.

 

Time To Renew Membership!

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

Rose City Senior Center Membership ~ It’s Time to Renew!

Yearly Membership runs from July 1st – June 30th

Norwich Residents: Suggested $25.00 per year     Out-of-Town Membership: $40.00 per year 

Membership renewal is due now, regardless of when you originally signed up.

  1. You need to be a registered and up-to-date Member to take part in activities, classes or events and to utilize services we offer including transportation, hairdresser and Massage Therapy.
  2. Please fill out a Membership Application to update your renewal information. It is important for us to have your correct address, phone number, emergency contact, etc.
  3. Please use your SCAN CARD every time you visit the Senior Center. The statistics are vital for us to maintain what we offer by showing usage of our classes, programs and services.  If you don’t have a Scan Card or you are not sure how to use it, please stop by Reception for help.

Membership Applications can be picked up at the Reception Desk.

Thank you for supporting Rose City Senior Center.

 

Farmer’s Market Cards

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

Will be distributed on:

Tues. June 11th,, Wed. June 12th, and Thurs. June 13th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Farmer’s Market cards are available to low income seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements.

You must meet the following Eligibility Requirements in order to receive a benefit card:

¨ You must be 60 years or older.  If you are under 60 and disabled you must meet eligibility requirements and live in housing facilities occupied primarily by older individuals where congregate nutrition services are provided.

¨ Yearly income not to exceed $27,861 for single or $37,814 for couple.

¨ Must be participating in another need based program that verifies income eligibility such as Renter’s Rebate, Congregate Meal Program, Medicaid, SNAP (Foodstamps), etc.

¨ You must be a resident of the town you receive the benefit card from.

Limit of one card per eligible senior annually.

 

Bathroom Renovations Starting June 3rd

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Norwich

There will be handicap-accessible Porta-Potties available in our parking lot and hand washing stations set up during renovations.  Porta-Potties will be the only bathrooms available during this time.  Renovations on the bathrooms could take up to 4 weeks.

Rose City Senior Center will be operating as usual (or the best we can!).  We apologize for the inconvenience, but look forward to brand new bathrooms soon!

 

Wool Blanket Giveaway

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

Blankets, we’ve got blankets, we’ve got lots and lots of blankets and we’re
giving them away. Yes, the wool blankets have been in storage for a number of
years (emergency preparedness program supplies) and its time to repurpose
them. Actually, were trying to find Preston residents that would be interested in
accepting a wool blanket. They most likely will need a good cleaning when you
take them home too. If your interested in taking a green wool blanket, or two,
please leave your name and telephone number at the Senior Affairs Office 860-
887-5581 ext. 6. I will make arrangements to bring the blankets to the senior
center for pick-up. Remember, they are absolutely FREE and are waiting to keep
you warm and toasty.

June Blood Pressure Screenings

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

Uncas Health District Mobile Van will be at the Preston Senior Center on
Monday, June 10th from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. No appointments are necessary and it is a first come first serve basis. We apologize for the cancellation of the May 13th screening as illness of Uncas staff caused the need to cancel. For future screenings, you are encouraged to contact the senior center, on clinic day, to verify the schedule. The telephone number is 860-889-0770. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 10th

June TVCCA Cafe Menu

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

The Preston Senior Center participates in a weekly Café program through
the TVCCA Elderly Nutrition Program. We are open on Monday’s (except holidays and inclement weather) and serve lunch at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are necessary and we ask that you call one week in advance of your planned participation. You may also sign-up in person at the senior center on Monday (9-1), Tuesday and Thursday (1-4) or by calling 860-889-0770 to make a reservation. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 for persons 60 years of age and older. Persons younger than 60 are welcome but a fee will be charged for their participation.

June Menu:
June 3rd: Stuffed Chicken Cordon Bleu, Rice Pilaf, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Sweet Treat, Orange Juice, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 10th: Salisbury Steak w/gravy, Parsley Steamed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 17th: BBQ Pulled Pork w/Bun, Baked Beans, Green & Yellow Squash, Diced Peaches, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
June 24th: Baked Cod w/Herbs & Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic Rice, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.

Please remember to register in advance for the meal. Thank You.

Check out our puzzles!

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Preston

We are fortunate to have received a generous supply of new and gently
used puzzles. Come, look at our selection, take one home and create a
masterpiece. We have puzzles from 300 – 1500 pieces and they are all available
for your use and enjoyment.