Free To A Good Home

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

We have some items that are looking for a new home.  Preference will be given to Senior Center Members or a Senior in Norwich.  Items need to be picked up during our regular hours of operation.

  • VHS Tapes – 8-9 medium sized boxes of VHS tape movies. Must take ALL boxes.
  • Brown Faux Leather Club Style Chair – in good, used condition. Reclines.  Could use a bit of a cleaning, but not much.  Seat height 20”, seat width 21 ½”, overall height 39”, overall width 36”

►Preference will be given to a senior in need, who would have financial difficulty purchasing one.

Contact Hilary if you are interested in either.  (860) 889-5960

 

Active Living Expo is Wednesday, May 11th

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Groton

Our ever popular ACTIVE LIVING EXPO is taking place this year on Wednesday, May 11th 10 am to 1 pm.  This is FREE and open to anyone to attend!

Aerobics- Mondays and Fridays at 9:00am

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Instructor: Christine Healy

This aerobics exercise class combines rhythmic movements with stretching and strength training routines all done to a variety of music! The goal of this class is to improve flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness.

Pickleball- Mondays at 1:30pm and Thursdays at 1:00pm

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Location: Program Room

Pickleball is a paddle ball sport which combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis.  It is a fun game that is played on a badminton-sized court with the net lowered to 34 inches.  It is played with a plastic ball (similar to a whiffle ball) and a paddle.  It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced competitive game for experienced players.  Stop by and check it out!  Beginners welcome!

Volunteer Knitting & Crocheting Group- Thursdays at 1:00pm

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Location: Dining Room

This wonderful group makes chemo caps, lap robes, prayer shawls, blankets, hats, etc. which are donated to various local organizations including the ECHO Cancer Foundation at Backus Hospital, Project Linus, VFW and local schools. These donations are a loving gift to cancer patients, children, homeless and to those in need.
The senior center provides donated yarn as available to this group.

 

Indoor Walking Group- Wednesdays from 1:00- 3:30pm and  Fridays from 2:00- 3:30pm

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Location: Program Room
Too hot or rainy to walk outside?  Don’t like walking on a treadmill?  Try Indoor Walking Group!
The program room will be available for those who would like to walk indoor but not on a treadmill.  The room is air conditioned and has a TV if you would like a little entertainment while walking.  A great way to get together with others to walk and talk, or just walk by yourself, in a safe environment indoors.
Please call Hilary if you have questions.  (860) 889-5960.

 

Mahjong- Wednesdays at 12:30pm

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

The Mahjong group is looking for more players!  Some knowledge of how the game is played is helpful, as this group is more advanced.  Stop by on a Wednesday if you are interested in joining.

 

Blood Pressure Clinic- Fourth Thursday of the Month

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Time: 10:00-12:00pm

Blood Pressure Clinic- Volunteer R.N. is held at the Senior Center for blood pressure checks the 4th Thursday of each month of each month from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. This is a free service and appointments are not necessary.

Please call (860) 889-5960 for details and additional information.

Strength and Flexibility Exercise- Wednesdays at 9:00am

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Location: Program Room

Strength and Flexibility exercise class combines flexibility and strength training to improve your overall strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, and range of motion.  This class will incorporate the use of hand weights, resistance bands, Pilates rings and Yoga blocks to tone and strengthen.

Yoga and Chair Yoga with Carol Klammer in person or via Zoom

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Chair Yoga – Mondays at 12:15p.m.

Yoga – Mondays & Fridays at 10:45a.m. 

Our Yoga instructor Carol Klammer offers her Rose City Senior Center in-person classes via ZOOM for those who are unable to or not comfortable attending the in-person classes.  If you are interested in the ZOOM classes, please contact Carol for more information or visit her website to sign up.

For more information or to sign up- Contact Carol: HathaYoga@snet.net  or  Visit: www.ahhyoga.com/calendar