Recovery Support Group

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Wednesday, July 17th at 1:00 p.m.

If you or a loved one has been affected by substance abuse/recovery, please join us. 

These meetings are based on the idea that there are great benefits in bringing individuals together from various pathways of recovery to share and learn from one another. Join Nurse Barbara as she leads this monthly group discussion and gives support.  Meetings are open to any senior in recovery along with seniors who have a loved one struggling with substance abuse or impacted by addiction.

Group meetings will be on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Contact Nurse Barbara with any questions (860) 889-8331 x 6416

 

Healthy Habits Presentation

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Friday, July 26th  at 10:00 a.m.

A different health related topic will be discussed each month. 

Join Nurse Barbara as she provides helpful information, education, and leads a group discussion on ways to form and maintain Healthy Habits.  Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:00 a.m.

► July Topic: Skin Health

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Trip: Nunsense – A Musical

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Nunsense – A Musical!

at 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

 

Sign up for a Book Talk with Author Carol Ruggiero

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Thursday, August 8th  at 10:30 a.m.

Carol Ruggiero belonged to a writing group in Milford, CT for over twenty years.  Upon her passing, her devoted husband Albert Ruggiero felt her writing deserved a bigger audience and published a collection of her work in Pearls from Carol.  Join us to hear Albert discuss Carol’s life and her short, funny, and thought-provoking stories, poems, and essays.  This will be a laugh-out-loud experience!

Albert has also offered to entertain us after with a rousing sing-along as he plays his saxophone.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Circle In – A Conversation in Music and Movement

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Tuesdays at 12:30pm

4 week class ~ July 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th

Instructed by Elaine Bentley Baughn – LMFT, Author, Systems Consultant

For those who like to sing or dance – or both!.  This group-led participatory practice will stir memories and emotions, release tensions and tears (both sad and glad), and evoke stories and laughter.  Each group member is invited to bring songs you enjoy for all to learn and sing, or just listen.  Share favorite songs and find some that are new to you!

Some full-body movement practice will be shared, but everyone is free to stand and dance, or sit and move in your chair – engage in musical expression with your body and voice as you feel moved.

Spots are limited.  Please sign up at Reception if you are interested in attending.

 

Trip: Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Tuesday, July 30th 

Bus leaves the Senior Center at 1:15 p.m. and returns approx. 3:15 p.m.

 

Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Friday, July 5th

Ice Cream anyone?  Buttonwood Farm makes over 50 flavors of ice cream at their farm.  Along with the ice cream, the waffle cones and whipped cream are also handmade onsite.  During your visit, have a cup, cone, sundae or shake of their delightful treat as you enjoy the views of sunflower fields and farm cows at their scenic country location.

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

 

 

Sign up for August Day Long Trip

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away.

with time at Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market

Boston, MA

Thursday, August 29th

Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. is a groundbreaking traveling exhibition featuring over 700 artifacts and 400 photographs on loan from more than 20 museums, institutions and private collections from around the world.  Auschwitz was the largest concentration camp established by the Nazis during World War II and the place where over 1 million people lost their lives.

Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. is the most comprehensive exhibition ever presented in North America dedicated to the history of Auschwitz and its role in the Holocaust.  The vast collection of personal objects is meant to humanize the lives lost at Auschwitz and to serve as a remembrance and as a reminder of the need to combat hate and evil wherever it exists.

After visiting the exhibit, a short ride brings us to Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market.  You will have time on your own for lunch, shopping, exploring the area, and reflecting on your day.

COST: $66 per person includes charter coach bus transportation and entrance fee for Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away exhibition.  Driver tip is not included.

8:15 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

7:15 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 Thursday, July 11 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Friday, July 12 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Saturday, July 13 at 5:00pm

 

Beginner Chinese Dance Class Coming Soon

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Upcoming 3 week class – August 13th, 20th, and 27th

This 3 week beginner class, instructed by Min Zeng, will cover the basic elements of Chinese dance.

Chinese dance is a beautiful, unique form of movement with a rich history going back thousands of years.  This form of dance is comprised of precise body, hand, eye, and head movements, which are used to covey expression and feeling.  No dance experience needed. Can be done standing or seated.

Sign up at Reception if you are interested in joining.

 

Sign up for the Summer Picnic!

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Norwich

Tuesday, August 6th 

       ***     Sign up starting Monday, July 8th 

 

$10 per person (due at sign up)

Doors open at 11:30 a.m.   Lunch served at Noon.

Join us for some good food, great fun and fabulous entertainment for a Summer Picnic!  Your meal will be served to you at your table while you enjoy delightful musical entertainment.  Sure to be a fun time!

Menu: Hamburger, Hot Dog, Salads, Chips, Drinks and Dessert.

(No Chicken Burger will be offered this year.)

Limited tickets available.  Last day to purchase tickets is Friday, July 26th

Over the Hill Hiking Group July Hikes

Posted on June 27, 2024 by East Lyme

  • July 12 – Mount Archer
    Lyme – Easy
    Wayne

 

  • July 19 – Giants Neck/Rocky Neck area

Niantic – Easy
Mike

 

**Activities & Picnic at Mike’s Home**

 

  • July 26 – The Preserve
    Old Saybrook – Difficult

Gail

 

** No Hikes in August

**Fall hike ideas can be sent to Heidi – heidifsd@gmail.com or text 860-917-6720.