Offered by Senior Resources Agency on Aging
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April 6th 10:00a.m. May 4th 2:00p.m. June 1st 5:00p.m.
Session includes:
To register for one of the ZOOM presentations, visit www.seniorresourcesec.org
MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS – Transportation to needed medical appointments is available.
WHEELCHAIR VAN – Wheelchair accessible transportation is available to medical appointments.
MED RIDE II – Transportation is available for Seniors or Disabled Residents of Norwich and Montville to out-of-town medical appointments.
GROCERY SHOPPING – Currently offering grocery shopping assistance. Please call for information.
Please call (860) 889-5960 for information.
These virtual presentations are being shared by AARP, Seymour Public Library, Simsbury Public Library and Lyme Public Library.
Con Artist Playbook Wed., April 7th 1:00p.m.
Fraud Watch Network: Con Artist Playbook a look inside the mind of a criminal. Join us as we take a deeper look into how you can avoid being victimized and learn tools to share with friends and family.
Registration required at www.aarp.org/ctevents
Let’s Talk Gut Health Thurs., April 8th 1:30p.m.
Trillions of microorganisms live in and on our bodies. These include various species and strains of bacteria as well as viruses, yeast and fungi. Bacteria had always been considered ‘bad”, germs. Now we know, the vast majority of these microbes help keep us healthy.
Registration required at www.simsburylibrary.info
Savoring Sicily: 2000 Years of History in 100 Dishes Tues., April 13th 5:30p.m.
Join food historian Francine Segan as she examines how a myriad of cultures including ancient Greece, ancient Rome, France and Spain influenced the flavors of this island’s iconic dishes.
Registration required at www.aarp.org/ctevents
Unsolved Mysteries Tues., April 13th 7:00p.m.
Have you ever wondered about some of the world’s mysterious puzzles, such as: the Bermuda Triangle, Bimini Road, Amelia Earhart’s disappearance, where is Jimmy Hoffa, DB Cooper and The Mary Celeste? Joseph Ouellette will be exploring these fascinating historical mysteries.
Registration required at www.simsburylibrary.info
The Sinking of the Titanic Wed., April 14th 6:30p.m.
For over a hundred years the Titanic disaster has fascinated the public. Join Jason Scappaticci, for an lecture that covers her creation, design, interior decoration, and her final, and only voyage.
ZOOM meeting ID: 857 3502 2860 Passcode: Ocean
Cybercrime: What is it and Why Should You Care?, Sat., April 17th 2:00p.m.
Cybersecurity expert Andy Bonillo will explain the types of cybercrime operating today as well as the potential ramifications of crimes such as the recent hack of U.S. government computers allegedly by Russia. Andy has served with the U.S. Capitol Police and as a Special Agent with the United States Secret Service where he led the largest cybercrime investigation in US history.
Registration required by emailing programreg@lymepl.org
Tips for First Time Gardeners, Thurs., April 22nd 1:30p.m.
Planting a garden for the first time can be scary. Where do you begin? What do you have to know to plant and grow a successful garden? Vegetables, flowers, or both? This session will explore 10 things every first-time gardener should know, including information about soil, light, watering, and making choices of what to plant. A list of additional resources will be given to all who attend.
Registration required at www.simsburylibrary.info
The History of Chocolate Tues., April 27th 5:30p.m.
Join food historian, Francine Segan, on a virtual guided tasting as you discover the role Christopher Columbus and Casanova played in chocolate history, how decadent high society sipped chocolate in the 17th century and modern innovations like bacon chocolate! Did you know that Napoleon indirectly helped invent a new chocolate flavor or why M&Ms and Nutella were created because of WW II? Discover the answers and more during this lively presentation.
Registration required at www.aarp.org/ctevents
The documentary Sky Blossom is a raw, inspiring window into 5.4 million students stepping forward as frontline heroes. Caring for family with tough medical conditions, they stay at home doing things often seen only in hospitals. They are cheerleaders, work part time, and go to college — but also live double lives — quietly growing up as America’s next greatest generation.
Filmmaker, journalist and award-winning CNN/MSNBC news anchor Richard Lui says the interviews were so honest they genuinely surprised him, as they revealed insights into the lives of young people across America. Troops used to look up and say, “Here come the Sky Blossoms”—paratroopers rushing to their aid. Today, there is a new generation answering that call. These are their stories.
Register at https://watch.aarp.org/aarpmfg
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH A VOLUNTEER TAX PREPARER. THIS IS A FREE SERVICE. INCOME TAXES ARE DONE WITH NO CONTACT AND HAVE CONVENIENT PAPERWORK DROP OFF LOCATIONS. TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT CALL 211, PRESS OPTION 3 THEN OPTION 6.
Griswold High School students would like to be your phone pal. Phone pals are a great way to socialize and feel less isolated. It promotes intergenerational friendship by learning about each other. A phone call a week to share your stories, jokes, talents, goals or what makes you happy. This is a great program for everyone! A once- a-week phone call can make someone’s day. If you would like to participate, please contact the Senior Center to get paired up with a student. The Senior Center is working with Michele Walworth, Capstone/ Community Service Coordinator at Griswold High School to promote a positive experience for both students and senior citizens. CALL 860-376-2604
Now more than ever community support is so important and impactful!
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program offers the support someone needs to remain living at home either with grocery shopping needs or phone reassurance. If you are 55+ contact us to hear how your help may improve the quality of life of an elderly or disabled person by volunteering around your schedule to help a neighbor in your community.
We are here to engage, enlighten, and inspire each other.
GEORGIA L JAMES, PROGRAM COORDINATOR 860-425-6608 gjames@tvcca.org
GINA KING, DIRECTOR 860-425-6617 gking@tvcca.org
All residents of the Town of Griswold and Borough of Jewett City are invited to help clean-up their yards and streets in our community. On Saturday, April 24th, the transfer station will be open 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. There will be no fee. Get your friends, family or group together to help a neighbor/senior clean their yard. Adopt-A-Road with your friends or neighbors. Call Tina with the road you will be adopting. (PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION.)
Trash bags and gloves will be available upon request. For more information, Please call Tina 860-884-5876.
Pease register by calling the Senior Center at 860-376-2604.
TUESDAY, MARCH 30th
12:00—1:00 PM
TUESDAY, APRIL 13th
12:00—1:00 pm
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