FREE FOR MEMBERS/ $10 for non-members 55 years of age & better.
· January 4th at 1:00pm- The Roaring 20’s
· January 18th at 1:00pm– The Amistad Story
“Take Your Best Shot” Camera Club
From December 1 to December 30 – ”Take Your Best Shot Camera Club” will be exhibiting their framed photographs at Old Lyme Town Hall. We invite you all to join us and come see our work.
Counseling Services
Counseling for positive mental health and well-being is available with Kerri Redner, LCSW.
Appointments are scheduled Monday – Thursday. There is no fee for this service.
Please call Kerri to schedule an appointment (860) 889-5960.
Holiday Greeting Cards for Sale! We offer Holiday Greeting Cards for sale at 10¢ per card!
Looking for some Holiday Greeting Cards at a great price? Stop by the Senior Center and check out our selection! We have a large selection of cards to choose from in various holiday designs. Greeting Cards are located in the card rack across from Reception. Holiday cards will be available for purchase after Thanksgiving.
St. Vincent de Paul Place Miracle Bag Donations
The Senior Center will be collecting items to donate to St. Vincent de Paul Place this Holiday Season for their Christmas Miracle Bags program. Miracle Bags are gift bags of essential items that will be given out on Christmas Day to those in need.
Items that are needed: bar soap, deodorant, razors, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shaving cream, toilet paper, combs, hair brushes, winter hats, winter gloves, winter scarves, socks, individually wrapped candy (fun size bars) and granola bars. Monetary donations and gift cards ($5 or $10) to Dunkin Donuts, McDonalds, Walmart and grocery stores are also appreciated.
*Please be sure all items are new, in unopened containers and not expired.*
If you would like to make a donation, please drop items off at Reception no later than Tuesday, December 13th so we can get them to St. Vincent de Paul Place!
December Day Long Trip: Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA on Friday, December 16th
December Day Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.
Your festive day starts with a late lunch at Cracker Barrel (lunch on your own). Following lunch, a short ride brings you to Old Sturbridge Village for Christmas By Candlelight!
Christmas by Candlelight is an evening of traditions, memories, and holiday cheer. Experience the magic of a candlelit New England township, decorated inside and out, while learning the history of Christmas celebrations of the mid-1800s. You are on-your-own to walk around and enjoy all this magical event at Old Sturbridge Village has to offer.
Please be aware that Christmas by Candlelight is held mainly outdoors with visits inside historic building and houses. Please dress accordingly. You will be walking on some uneven sidewalks and dirt roadways to walk around the village. You are on-your-own to explore and at your own pace.
COST: $52 per person includes charter bus transportation and entrance ticket to Old Sturbridge Village Christmas by Candlelight. Driver tip is not included. Lunch is on your own.
12:15 PM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
8:15 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
**TRIP FULL ~ WAITING LIST ONLY (860) 889-5960**
Adopt-A-Family
Norwich Human Services is seeking individuals and organizations that are willing to sponsor a local family this Holiday season. All Families are from the Norwich area and are in financial need with most living below the poverty level.
Please contact Norwich Adult & Family Services at (860) 823-3778
You or your organization will choose the size of family you are willing to help. You will be given information about the family in need, including first names, ages, sizes and special interests of each family member. All families have been screened by a case manager to verify information and need.
Thank you! The staff at Norwich Human Services
Bells of Fire Handbell Concert on Friday, December 16th at 10:00 a.m.
Please join us for a delightful morning of holiday handbell music by the Bells of Fire Handbell Choir led by Director Jane Nolan. Fun holiday music including Winter Wonderland, Jingle Bell Rock and It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year will be performed. Some audience participation will be included.
Monetary donations will be collected to support the Bells of Fire music fund.
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Roseland Combo Holiday Concert on Thursday, December 8th at 10:00 a.m.
Let’s celebrate the season! Rose City Senior Center’s concert band, Roseland Combo, will be performing their Holiday Concert for all to enjoy. This wonderful band consists of the very talented Senior Center members ~ Paulette Devino, Mike Manning, Phil Murtha, Lolita Wood, Betsy Brewster and Bill Wrobel. A delightful selection of holiday songs will be played. Hope you join us!
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Holiday Charcuterie Board on Wednesday, December 7th at 1:30 p.m.
Make your own Charcuterie Board in this fun class with Chef Roman from Whisk Together Catering! Chef Roman will demonstrate how to make a Holiday inspired Charcuterie Board while helping you create your own! Learn tips and tricks to make this holiday season delicious and unforgettable.
Cost: $10 All materials will be supplied. Limited seats available.
Sign up at Reception by noon on December 1st. Payment due at sign up.