Saturdays Boom Move

Time: 9:00am to 10:00am

Fee: $24.00/ 8wks
​A higher intensity dance workout class that improves cardio endurance and burns calories. BOOM MOVE is all about breaking a sweat and having fun. The class focuses on cardio endurance by starting with simple dance moves then building into more complex sequences, bringing you a great cardio workout. Join us for Saturday Boom Move with Julie Oliver, instructor.    Silver Sneakers program

SENIOR KARATE II -Mondays and Wednesdays

SENIOR KARATE II  Classes will be Mondays and Wednesdays 9:45-10:30am

“Three more classes and I get my belt.”

Martial arts for seniors focuses on improving stamina and endurance, maintaining physical safety, and even promoting mental acuity.

This program promotes positive personal development of the student. This class is an introduction to traditional karate-do taught in a safe and structured manner which will cater to every students personal needs. Students will learn basic karate technique which will strengthen them mentally as well as physically. Mobility and stretching will be a consistent part of class as well as learning fundamentals for self-protection. The cost will be $65 for 8 weeks. (that is ONLY $4 a class!)

You can register yourself from comfort of home too! www.grotonrec.com (call us at 860-441-6785 and we can walk you through it)

September 10th, 17th, 24th- SENIORS CAUTIOUS ABOUT MONEY (SCAM)

for Preventing Financial Exploitation of Older Adults

 -Why Are You At Risk For Financial Scams

-Types of Financial Scams

– Protecting Yourself & Steps to Take Against Financial Fraud

This is an educational event only—NO financial products will be sold.

 

Interested in playing Ping Pong?

The Senior Center has a Ping Pong table and we are looking for people interested in forming a group to play.  Ping Pong may also be available during Cornhole.

If interested, please leave your name and telephone number at Reception.

 

Wednesday, September 4th- Norwich Flea & Tick Collar Clinic

Provided by The Connecticut Humane Society.  Appointments NOT needed.  No Cost.

Who can attend this clinic? Any pet owner in New London County (and their dog or cat).

What will be provided to dogs or cats at this clinic? Free Seresto flea & tick collar for up to 2 pets. These collars protect dogs and cats for 8 months against fleas and ticks.

Do I need to bring my pet(s) with me? Yes! Pets must be present at the clinic and must be older than 12 weeks to receive a collar.

Is there a limit to the number of pets I bring? Each family is limited to 2 pets. Only dogs and cats will be seen. All dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in carriers.

We reserve the right to refuse sick, pregnant, or aggressive pets.

Do I need an appointment? No. Free collars will be given out from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where is the clinic held? The clinic will be held at the Rose City Senior Center (Art Room).

Questions? Please call Ashley (860) 594-4500 x6308.

 

Thursday, October 3rd- Nature Prints Art Class

Learn to print using leaves, flowers and ferns.  You must provide your own t-shirt, tea-towel, placemat or apron which you will be using to print on.  Please bring only one item and make sure it is cotton or a cotton blend with a smooth surface (no terry cloth)  All other supplies will be provided.  Please bring an old apron or shirt to cover up with.  Class instructed by Liz Popinchalk.
You must sign up in order to take this class.  Class size is limited to 10 people.
Please sign up with Hilary starting on Monday, September 9th at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, December 18th- December Day Long Trip: “A Christmas Cactus” Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Theater, Newport, RI

This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.  This trip is Minimal walking.

Start with a delicious buffet luncheon with all foods prepared on the premises.

Following lunch enjoy the hilarious Matinee performance of A Christmas Cactus!

Christmas Eve is tough for private investigator Cactus O’Riley, a white hot redhead with the holiday blues. She doesn’t need the added aggravation of two fugitives who burst into her office looking for justice and a dead detective named Jake Marley.  Christmas turns into a dickens of a holiday for Cactus as she solves mysteries, delivers small miracles and takes a second chance on love and sleuthing.  Comedy, mystery, and romance converge in this charming contemporary Christmas tale where goodwill and justice triumph!

Following the Matinee, return to your seat in the dining room for a holiday themed Cabaret Show!

COST: $75 per person includes roundtrip motorcoach, fabulous buffet lunch, matinee performance of “A Christmas Cactus”, and cabaret show.  Driver tip is not included.

9:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

6:30 PM Approximate return time to Norwich

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE

 *On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960.  When you hear the message  saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*

Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents -Beginning Monday, September 23 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents -Beginning Tuesday, September 24 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older) -Beginning Wednesday, September 25 at 5:00pm

 

Saturday, September 28th- 2019 Healthy Living Festival at Dodd Stadium

Location: Dodd Stadium (14 Stott Ave, Norwich)

Free Community Event to highlight local Health related Businesses
* Health Screenings * Information * Demos * Activities * Live Music *

Event brought to you by Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Committee