The Elmwood and West Hartford Senior Centers are generously sharing their online classes and presentations for our Members to join!
Harry Truman: Keeping the “Cold War” Thurs., July 9th, 16th & 23rd 3:00p.m.
This 3-week set of lectures will focus on one of America’s most consequential and controversial presidents in recent US history, Harry Truman. From the Berlin airlift to the Marshall Plan to the Korean War and the Red Scare of the McCarthy era, Truman presided over a nation finding its way out of World War II and creating foundations for the coming struggle, the Cold War.
Pre-registration required by emailing Lisa.Hanse@westhartfordct.gov or calling (860) 561-7583 to receive the link.
An Invitation to Mindfulness Wed., July 15th 1:00p.m.
What are you thinking about right now? Dwelling on the past or obsessing about the future? An Invitation to Mindfulness presents an opportunity for you to learn how sweet it is to live in the present moment and use new ways to work with challenges and difficulties.
Email Hilary for the link to sign up. hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org
Estate Planning – What You Need to Know. Thurs., July 16th 10:00a.m.
Attorney Ruth Fortune will explain estate planning basics, including: What is the difference between a Will and a trust? Do you need a power of attorney? What are health care directives?
Pre-registration required by emailing Deborah.Kennedy@westhartfordct.gov or calling (860) 561-7583 to receive the link.
How our Pets Keep Us Alive and Well Wed., July 22nd 1:00p.m.
Audrey B. Carlson, a public speaker, writer and owner of the Happiness Club in Hartford, CT will present a talk on how our pets can play a positive role in our lives. Audrey will tell stories of how animals teach us unconditional love, forgiveness and how to tap into that forgotten kid in all of us . Email Hilary for the link to sign up. hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org
Guide Dogs and the Positive Impact On a Sight Impaired Person Thurs., July 23rd 1:00p.m.
William DeMaio, gives a firsthand presentation about his personal need for a guide dog presented to him by the organization Fidelco. Having a guide dog has changed his life giving him independence. He will explain how someone can become a puppy raiser for Fidelco. This is a feel-good story and an opportunity to hear what a difference a guide dog can make in a blind person’s life.
Email Hilary for the link to sign up. hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org
Highlights of Hill Stead Museum. Tues., July 28th 1:00p.m.
Join us for a 30-minute zoom presentation by Hill-Stead Museum featuring an up-close look at select works of art from their collection. There will be time for questions and discussion following the presentation. Pre-registration required by emailing Deborah.Kennedy@westhartfordct.gov or calling (860) 561-7583 to receive the Zoom invitation.
If you have any questions, need help using Zoom, or would like more suggestions for additional online programs, please call or email Hilary. hsandberg@cityofnorwich.org
