2nd and 4th Mondays of every month from 12:00-2:00pm
Starting Monday, September 12th
Provided in Partnership with Otis Library
Do you have general questions on how to use a computer, Internet or email? Need help with Facebook, Twitter or Instagram? Looking for assistance with your laptop, tablet, or cell phone?
Nicolette Pavain, Marketing and Technology Librarian from Otis Library, will be here to help you!
Drop by and get your questions answered! Free Wi-Fi available.
Tuesday, September 20th
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 Giffords of Maine 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).
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on September 6th
Cost: $2 for transportation. Lunch is on your own.
Bus leaves the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. and returns approx. 1:45 p.m.
Friday, September 16th
Join us on Opening Day at The Big E for a day full of fun!
This is the 106th year of The Big E. 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: $53 per person – Includes charter bus transportation and The Big E admission fee. $43 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
Call Hilary to sign up (860) 889-5960
Looking for Senior Center Members who would be interested in playing golf once or twice a week at local golf courses. Beginners Welcome!
If interested, please call Mike (860) 889-5960
Do you have computer or cell phone questions?
Computer Assistance is available for Senior Center Members by appointment only.
Call Reception for more information
(860) 889-5960
Fridays, September 2nd & 16th at 10:00am
Make easy, seasonal crafts to take home and enjoy! These fun craft classes are good for beginners but all are welcome to join.
Class offered on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month.
This class is free for Senior Center Members and led by our very crafty volunteer Joyce.
Class size is limited and you need to sign up in advance for each class.
Sign up at Reception.
Torn or tattered American Flags can be “retired” in the Flag Retirement Drop Box located on the first floor of Norwich City Hall, 100 Broadway. Flags left in the box will be properly taken out of service. American Flags should never be thrown in the garbage.
Can’t make it to Norwich City Hall? Drop off your worn flag at Rose City Senior Center and we will bring it to City Hall for you and place it in the box for proper disposal
Wednesday, September 21st at 10:00am
Join local author Karen Warfield as she discusses her book White Gloves.
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!
Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Want to buy the Book? Stop by Reception to purchase a copy!
Book Price ~ Senior Center Members: $12.00 Non-Members: $17.00
Thursday, September 15th from 9:00am-1:00pm
(please arrive by 8:45)
The AARP Smart Driver™ course, is a classroom based refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. This 4 hour, in-person class will give you useful information to help keep you safe on the roads. You could even save money on your insurance! Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount after showing proof of completing the course. Please consult your auto insurance company about the discounts available to you from taking this class.
Cost: $20 AARP Members / $25 AARP Non-Members
Pay directly to AARP by check or cash on the day of the class
You must sign up to take the class. Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.
Razor’s Edge Sharpening Service
Knives $2.50
Scissors/Pinking Shears $5
Non-Electric Pruners/Hedge Trimmers/Garden Tools $5
Electric Hedge Trimmers $10
Chain Saw Chains/Lawn Mower Blades $5
Drop off your items that need to be sharpened to the reception desk by Friday, October 7th.
Be sure to have your items wrapped in newspaper and safely stored in a plastic bag, with your name, phone number and correct payment included.
**Cash or check made payable to Dan Correia**
Your items will be ready to be picked up starting on Friday, October 14th.
