Local Published writer and photographer, Caryn Davis whose images & articles have appeared in the NY Times, Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure, Town & Country, and Connecticut Magazine will be here to present her book CT Waters: A Celebration of our Coastline on Wednesday, April 13th at 1:00pm. This book is part travel guide and takes readers on a nautical journey exploring the ways we use our waterways and shores for industry, education, and recreation. From boat builders to antique, power, and sailing vessels, to lobster shacks, the fishing industries, historic ferries, nautical arts, lighthouses and islands, charter boats, maritime festivals and celebrations, and more, this book showcases how these waterways have shaped our culture as a state. Books will be available for signing at the end of this event.
Old Lyme Services
Old Lyme Services (Call (860)434-4127 to schedule appointments)
Mini Pedicures
Second Tuesday and Thursday of the Month $25.00
Haircuts
Third Thursday of the Month $15.00
Foot Clinic with Town Nurse
Every other month- the fourth Thursday of the month FREE
(does not cut toenails)
Foot Clinic with RN from Foot Care Associates
Every other month- the fourth Thursday of the month $35.00
(alternating months with town nurse)- Cuts Toenails
Blood Pressure Clinic
Daily (Mon-Fri) from 12:00 -1:00pm FREE
Medicare Enrollment Help
For people turning 65 or new to Medicare- Set up by app. FREE
VIRTUAL EXERCISE CLASSES
VIRTUAL CLASSES
Slow and Steady Yoga (MON) https://lynnmccarthyyoga.com/copy-of-rates- Registration
Sit n Be Fit (TUES) Drop in & ongoing at 10:00am FREE
High Energy, Low Impact Dance (TU) Drop in & ongoing at 9:00am monthly pass- $20.00
Chair Yoga for Pain (WED) https://lynnmccarthyyoga.com/copy-of-rates-registration
Chair Dancing (THURS) Thursday, April 7 at 10:00am FREE
High Energy, Low Impact Dance (TH) Drop in & ongoing at 9:00am monthly pass- $20.00
Slow and Steady Yoga (FRI) https://lynnmccarthyyoga.com/copy-of-rates-registration
UPCOMING IN-PERSON EXERCISE CLASSES
You Must be a Member to sign up: Call 860-434-4127 to sign up.
CLASS Date of First Class & Time/ Duration COST
Tap Class 1 (MON) Drop in and ongoing at 9:30am $5.00
Tap Class 2 (MON) Drop in and ongoing at 10:15am $5.00
Parade Dance Practice (MON) April 11th-May23rd at 10:15am FREE
Sit n Be Fit (TUES) Drop in & ongoing at 10:00am FREE
Improver Country Dance Class (WED) Wednesday, April 20th at 1:15pm FREE
Low Impact Class with Kate (WED) Drop in and ongoing at 8:30am $5.00
Chair Dancing (THURS) Thursday, April 7th at 10:00am FREE
Move– Cardio, Strength, Balance (Thurs) Drop in and ongoing at 10:15am (starts Apr 14th)$5.00
Low Impact Class with Kate (FRI) Drop in and ongoing at 8:30am $5.00
Low Imp/High Energy Dance Fit (FRI) Drop in and ongoing at 10:15am (starts Apr 22nd)$5.00
Beg. Country Line Dancing (FRI) Drop in and ongoing at 2:15pm FREE
***All IN-PERSON EXERCISE CLASSES WILL BE FREE THE WEEK OF APRIL 18th – 22nd. PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT AND TRY A NEW CLASS. MAKE SURE TO CALL AND RESERVE A SPOT. WE WILL ALSO BE FILMING A VIDEO FOOTAGE THIS WEEK SO YOU MAY BE A STAR IN OUR INFORMATIONAL MARKETING VIDEO.
Bakers Battle April 23
This year our BAKERS BATTLE will be outdoors again Saturday, April 23 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
PROFESSIONAL & RECREATIONAL BAKERS competing to be declared the best! Do you love baked goods? Be a TASTER at our fundraiser!
Please join us for this delicious event as we sample delectable treats from Professional and Recreational bakers in a friendly competition to be named BEST.
Tasters $10 PP in advance OR $12 PP at the door All proceeds made will go towards Project Lifesaver.
Open to all ages. Register now! This community friendly fundraiser event takes place at 102 Newtown Road, Groton CT.
Coastal Café home delivery
Coastal Café home delivery- Get our lunch meals delivered to you at home!
$2 per household delivery – not per person. So if two people order and it goes to the same address it is still only two dollars. Call the front desk for home delivery 860-441-6785
Quilt Raffle Drawing to be Held on Friday, April 29th
A beautiful quilt in various pastel shades is being raffled off with all proceeds to benefit future programs, classes and events at the Rose City Senior Center.
The handmade quilt was made by the very talented Senior Center Quilting Group. Each square of this amazing quilt was made by a different member of the quilting group. Thank you for the wonderful donation!
Quilt size is approximately 70” x 58”
Tickets are 3 for $1, available at reception.
Drawing to be held on Friday, April 29th
You do not have to be present to win!
Thursday, April 21st ~ Trip to Wright’s Farm Restaurant & Wright’s Bakery
April Mini-Trip. Mini-Trips are open to Rose City Senior Center members only
Enjoy a delicious, all you can eat, family-style chicken luncheon at Wright’s Farm Restaurant located in Harrisville, RI. Your meal consists of dinner rolls with butter, fresh green salad with Wright’s Farm Classic Italian dressing, pasta with red sauce, Wright’s amazing French fries and of course Wright’s famous, tender roast chicken. Included with your meal will be coffee or tea and ice cream for dessert!
Following lunch, a short ride brings you to Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery. Wright’s Bakery specializes in a number of baked goods, including dessert cakes, cupcakes, cream pastries, flaky pastries, pies, bars, sweet rolls and buns, plenty of assorted cookies and much more!
Bus leaves Senior Center at 10:15am and returns approximately 4:00pm. Limited seats available.
Cost: $25 No refunds given unless your spot is filled.
REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
Call in Registration begins at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 7th. Do not call before 5:00pm.
*At 5:00pm on April 7th, Dial (860)889-5960. When you hear the message saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 for the registration voice mail and follow the instructions.*
This trip is open to Senior Center Members ONLY. You may register yourself plus one additional member when you call in to sign up. You must be an up-to-date member.
Norwich Public Utilities Drop Box
A Norwich Public Utilities Drop Box is located between the front entrance double doors of the Senior Center. Drop off your NPU bill and payment in the drop box by noon to be picked up the same day. Please make sure your bill and payment are in a sealed envelope before you drop it in the box!
Please be aware that the drop box is only accessible during the hours the Senior Center is open.
If you have any questions on your Norwich Public Utilities Bill,
please contact NPU Customer Service (860) 887-2555.
Drop off Friday, April 8th- Scissor, Knife and Blade Sharpening by Razor’s Edge Sharpening Service
Items Available for sharping:
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, April 8th.
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.
**Please make checks payable to Dan Correia**
Your items will be ready to be picked up starting on Thursday, April 14th.