TVCC Senior Cafe October Menu

SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM, 81 STOCKHOUSE ROAD, BOZRAH, CT 06334 860-886-1720, (24 HOUR VOICE MAIL AVAILABLE)

Menu is subject to change without notice.

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. Suggested donation $3 per person. Lunch is served at 11:45am

 

OCTOBER MENU:

4
Pork Taco Bowl, Roaster Garlic Rice, Mixed Vegetable Medley, Pineapple Tidbits

6
Crispy Cod, Macaroni & Cheese, Broccoli, Mixed Fruit Cup
11
Stuffed Chicken w/Broccoli & Cheese, Lemon Parmesan Pasta, Green & Waxed Beans, Sweet Treat, Grape Juice

15
Shrimp Stir -Fry, Steamed Rice, Asian Vegetable Blend, Mandarin Oranges
18
Cheese Omelet, Home Fries, Squash Mix w/Carrots & String Beans, Tropical Fruit Cup

20
Salisbury Steak w/Gravy, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions, Pineapple Tidbits
25
Country Fried Beef Steak, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Zucchini & Yellow Squash, Fresh Fruit

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Pork Sausage & Gravy, Tater Tots, Broccoli, Diced Pears

1% milk and whole grain bread are
served with each meal.

October Is National Organize Your Medical Information Month

Make sure your health care paperwork is all in one place so it can be easily found.

This should include:
contact information for all doctors and specialists you see,
all of your diagnoses,
list of your current medications,
details of your family history, and
date(s) of all upcoming medical appointments,

Over the Hill Hiking Group October Hikes

Oct 7th, Rocky Neck, Niantic
Moderate
Leader: Carol
Oct 14th, Machimoodus, East Haddam*
Moderate
Leader: Heidi & Suzanne
Oct 21 Avery Farm/Candlewood, Groton
Easy
Leader: Cindy
Oct 28th, Tri Town Trail, Preston
Moderate
Leader: Debbie & Barry

 

Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.

Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand. The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must have completed two medium hikes.

All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will
begin at 9:30 A.M. *Senior Van – $5.00 fee limited occupancy. 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: Recovery Room in New London

Wednesday, October 26th at 11:30am

 

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: Scotch Plains Tavern & Pumpkintown Village

Wednesday, October 12th

 

to Scotch Plains Tavern in Essex and Pumpkintown Village in East Hampton

Stroll through the village of over 30 Pumpkinheads and their pals in the Village. Scenes include a firehouse, saloon, church, bank, post office and more.

Departure time is 11am and expected return is 3:30pm
Trip Fee is $5pp (transportation only)
Pumpkintown Village is $6pp (village stroll)
$11 Total Due

California Dreaming Trip Presentation

Thursday, October 20th at 11:00

Call Senior Center to Register

 

Aug 22 – Sept 4th, 2023 – 8 Day Tour – California Dreaming
Highlights – Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic Cruise, Napa Valley Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco. Trip includes 12 Meals, transportation and transfers. $3,249 double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp.

Register For Upcoming Trips

Wed, Nov 16th – Shopping at Woodbury Commons, Central Valley, NY Enjoy a day of outlet shopping at Woodbury Commons with over 220 outlets from the world’s leading designers’. Lunch on own at the Food Pavilion. Trip fee is $55
per person. Moderate to a lot of walking. Registration now open.

 

Sat, Dec 3rd – New York City on Own – Bus leaves East Lyme at 7:15am and leaves NYC at 7pm. Trip fee is $70pp. No meal included in trip price. Lots of walking. Registration begins Oct 3rd.

 

Wed, Dec 7th – Newport Playhouse – A Christmas for Carol, Newport, RI Start your holiday celebrations with the world premiere of a Christmas comedic farce and enjoy the return to the actual Playhouse as they finally return to their home. Always a good time, a good meal and a great way to take the stress out of the holiday season. Lunch is included. Trip fee is $105pp. Minimal walking. Registration begins Oct 3rd.

Trip: Jack-o-Lantern Spooktacular at Roger William Zoo

Thursday, October 20th

to Providence, RI

 

The Roger Williams Zoo presents their nationally acclaimed walk-through Jack-O-Lantern Spooktacular. Free time at the Providence Mall for dinner.

Trip fee is $89 per person. Lots of walking. Registration now open.

Trip: Covered Bridges & Cathedral of the Pines

Wednesday, October 5th

to Rindge, NH

 

A guided tour of the Cathedral of the Pines – stand among the tall pines. Lunch will be served at the Woodbury Inn with its rustic & cozy atmosphere. Followed by a Guided Driving tour of the Covered bridges that are practically a trademark of New England.

Trip fee $120 per person. Some walking. Registration now open.

AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

Wednesday, October 5th from 9:15-11:15am

 

The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Contact your insurance company to find out. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

 

$20 for AARP member $25 for non-AARP member

Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration.