Wednesday, June 26th at 11:00am –> New London
(11:30am at the Restaurant)
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).
Senior Lunch Bunch: The Waterfront, New London
Wednesday, June 12th
Departing 11:0am, lunch at 11:30am at the restaurant
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability. Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge. Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center
for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Trip: “Cemetery Club” at Newport Playhouse
Tuesday, June 11th – **Waitlist only**
Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet tempered and ready to begin a new life; Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun; and Doris is priggish and judgmental, particularly when Sam the butcher enters the scene. He meets the widows while visiting his wife’s grave. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida.
Lunch is included. Minimal walking. Trip fee $122pp. Registration now open.
Project Thank You
Thursday, June 27th, from 11 am – 12 pm
A fun & interactive program that puts gratitude into action.
Tap into the power of thank you notes and learn how to spread joy! Led by Jude Carter.
Learn how gratitude impacts our health and happiness
Understand how thank you notes lift spirits
Learn easy and fun ways to write great notes
Write a thank you note!
Register by June 25th.
Senior Living and Care Options
Tuesday, June 18th from 10:30am – 12pm
55+ adult communities, life plan retirement communities, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing facilities, or staying put.
Whether you are planning for yourself or assisting a loved one, there are many options to navigate. Join Jane Fisher, Certified Senior Advisor, who will help us understand the options and make informed plans. Topics covered will include:
• What does “home” mean and when is the right time to make a transition to senior living housing?
• What senior living & care options are available in our area? What are the costs? What services and amenities do they offer?
• Selecting the right place at the right time
• Staying home instead of moving
• Paying for senior living and care
Registration begins June 3rd. Register by June 14th.
Nautical Picture Frame Craft
Wednesday, June 12th from 1:00-3:00pm
For this fun crafting class, two wooden plain picture frames will be upgraded into unique themed summer picture frames. Select either nautical map or road map to create two unique frames to showcase those special summer photos. Maps, frames, Mod Podge, foam brushes, accent pieces and more will be supplied for the class. With Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Certified Educator. Please bring the following supplies to the class-scissors, pencil, ruler, liquid glue and two photos (optional) and any other crafting supplies you think you might need.
Class fee $15.00 per person. Registration begins June 3rd. Register by June 7th.
June Monthly Programs
- GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP – Wed, June 5th, 10am
First Wednesday of the Month, 10am – 11am - STROKE SUPPORT GROUP – Thu, June 6th, 1pm *Day Room*
First Thursday of the Month at 2pm. Providing stroke survivors & care partners the space to
connect with others in a friendly & supportive setting. - “THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY” – Tue, June 11th, 10:15am at Zen & Now
- Monthly Mindfulness Coaching. Join Wellness Coach and Pharmacist Lisa Bragaw from Zen & Now
- CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – Tue, June 18th, 10am
Third Tuesday of the month, 10am – 11am Are you a Caregiver for a loved one? Come join other caregivers in a support group in the Day Room of the Senior Center. - GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP – Tue, June 25th, 10am – 11:30am **Day Room** Fourth Tuesday of the Month, 10:00am, Brian Dagle Foundation – Brian’s Healing Hearts
- AARP Driver Safety – AARP Smart Driver course Wed, June 12th, at 12:30pm $20 AARP Member – $25 non-AARP Member
June Services
VNASC NURSE MANAGED
FOOT CLINIC
Thu, June 13th from 12:15pm to 3:45pm.
Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp.
Appointment required. No diabetics please.
Payment due at time of service.
REFLEXOLOGY
Will return late summer.
MANICURE – Sponsored by
Pretty Nails and Spa,
Tue, Jun 11th & Jun 25th.
Starts at 8:15am.
15 minute appointments
$5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish.
HAIRCUTS
Haircuts by appointment
offered on Thu, June 27th.
9:30AM – 1PM, Every 20 minutes.
Cost is $15 per person
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massages will return late summer.
HEARING CLINIC
Will return next month in July
Register for Parkingson’s Disease: Living with Intent Class
Registration begins June 10th.
Thu, July 11th – September 19th, 2pm – 3pm
Group class combining exercises for speech, memory, movement and music for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will learn how using INTENT can improve overall health, wellness, and joy!
Class fee $180 per person, 9 Classes. (no class 7/18, 8/8)
New Summer Programs
Monday Chair Zumba: **NEW CLASS** Mondays @ 11:30-12:20pm
New session starts July 1st – Sept 16th (no class 8/12)
In person instruction on Mon at 11:30am. 11 classes. Class fee $44R and $47NR
You can still enjoy the amazing energy of Zumba. Seated cardio, core, strength, flexibility and mobility-all to amazing music!
Mindful Motion: **NEW CLASS** Tuesdays only @ 1:30-2:15pm
New Session starts July 2nd – Sept 17th, Tue at 1:30pm. 12 classes. Class fee $36R and $39NR.
Fusion of Tai Chi & Chair Yoga. Enjoy a slower pace as you improve your posture, balance, and flexibility.
Other Program Updates:
- Strength Training *NEW DAY/TIME & NEW INSTRUCTOR*
- now Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00-1:00pm
- Tai Chi *NEW INSTRUCTOR*
- Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00=10:00am