Wednesday, December 4th- Trip to Les Miserables at Place Theater in Waterbury CT

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Our first stop will be at the Brass Mill Center were you will have time on your own to shop and have an early lunch.  Your choices for dining include full service restaurants: Chili’s, IHOP, TGI Fridays, Olive Garden, Buffalo Wild Wings, Shogun Japan or a food court with quick service restaurants including Burger King, Chicken Now, China Max and Sicilian Delight.  After lunch, we head over to the Palace Theater for our 1pm matinee performance of the award winning musical Les Misérables!

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams, unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.  Based on Victor Hugo’s epic novel.

Relentless policeman Javert pursues escaped convict Jean Valjean over decades through the tumult of revolutionary France.  Jean Valjean becomes a wealthy factory owner and mayor of Montreuil-sur-Mer.  Guilt-ridden, he agrees to raise Cosette, the daughter of Fantine, who was wrongly fired from her job at Valjean’s factory and becomes a prostitute to support her daughter.  Years later, Jean Valjean joins the fight for freedom in order to protect Cosette’s love, Marius. 

Featuring the thrilling score and beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream”, “On My Own”, “Stars”, “Bring Him Home”, “One Day More” and many more, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

COST: $78 per person includes motorcoach transportation and rear orchestra seat ticket.

Driver tip is not included.  Lunch is on your own.

8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

6:15 PM Approximate return time to Norwich

This trip has some walking.

 

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 30 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Tuesday, October 1 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Wednesday, October 2 at 5:00pm

 

Thursday, November 7th- Trip to Wright’s Farm Restaurant & Wright’s Bakery

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Registration begins on Wednesday, October 9th, at 5:00pm.  Please see below.

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 after October 29nd unless your spot is filled.

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE

Call in Registration begins at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9th.  Do not call before 5:00pm.

*At 5:00pm on October 9th, 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.

 

Thursday, November 14th- Pain Management

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Join Lynn Hillman, Clinical Liaison for Avalon Health Center at Stoneridge in Mystic together with Melissa Perry, Director of Rehabilitation Services at Avalon Health Center, for an educational presentation on the use of heat vs cold and alternative pain management strategies for ease of minor aches and pains…no advice – just education!

Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

City of Norwich ~ Disability Awareness Week

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Municipal Roundtable (featuring key City Employees on topics of ADA relevance)

Thursday, October 10, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Where:  Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive

Legislative Panel Discussion on Past and Upcoming Disability-Related Legislation

Friday, October 11, 10:30 – 11:45am

Where:  Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive

These events are part of the City of Norwich Disability Awareness Week, October 7-12, 2019.  Events are free and open to the public.  For a calendar of all events, go to www.otislibrarynorwich.org.

Questions or for written material in large print or other disability-related accommodation, contact Elanah Sherman by September 30th.  Contact info: elanahs@gmail.com or (860) 614-7200. 

Disability Awareness Week is sponsored by the Norwich Commission for Persons with Disabilities, with the essential support of the City of Norwich Office of the Mayor, Norwich Public Utilities, Otis Library, and Rose City Senior Center.

 

Tuesday, November 5th- SENIOR CENTER CLOSED ~ VOTING PRECINCT

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

On Tuesday, November 5th, the Senior Center is being used as a voting precinct.

The building will be CLOSED for the day except for voting.  ALL Senior Center programs and classes are cancelled for the day.   ALL rooms will be closed.  NO lunch will be served. 

We will still provide transportation to Medical Appointments and Walmart Shopping.

 

THANK YOU PICNIC VOLUNTEERS!

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

A big Thank You goes out to all the wonderful volunteers who recently helped at the Senior Center Summer Picnic in August!

Thank You to Debbie Andrus, Eva Blodgett, Ann Carignan, Michael Lewis, Rebecca Melucci, Dennis Ossont, Pat Sanderson, Betty Trudelle and Rene Trudelle who helped with the set up, food preparation, serving and clean up.

Thank You to Paulette Devino, Mike Manning, Phil Murtha, Lolita Wood and Bill Wrobel of Roseland Combo for providing some amazing musical entertainment during the picnic!

 

Thursday, October 31st: TALK- Am I Too Old for a Mammogram?

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Are you wondering if you should stop having yearly mammograms due to your age?  In fact, 80% of all breast cancer occurs in women over 50.  Come join us to learn more about whether you should continue with breast cancer screening.  We’ll include time for your questions after the presentation.

Presentation by Dr. Kathleen Kurowski, MD, Breast Surgeon at Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital.

Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Happy Retirement Paul Erickson!

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

Paul Erickson, a.k.a Driver Paul, is retiring after over 14 years of service to the Rose City Senior Center.

Paul started as a Driver with the Senior Center on April 18, 2005.  During his many years of excellent service he was a very loyal and responsible employee who strived to give the best possible service he could.  Paul was very kind-hearted and always willing to go above and beyond (although sometimes with a little grumble).

Anyone who knew Paul, knew to always expect some sarcasm, a witty little joke and most definitely a warm smile.  Even through some of his aches and pains and occasional ailments he was sure to keep those qualities going.  He impressed us all with his willingness to work through some difficult times.

Paul’s commitment to the Rose City Senior Center was second to none.  As a person and an employee, you simply couldn’t find anyone better.  We wish Paul and his beautiful wife of over 50 years the best in his retirement and hope to see his smiling face on occasion here at the Rose City Senior Center.

 

Wednesday, October 30th- Flu Clinic

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Norwich

No Appointment Necessary – Just Walk-In

Vaccine covered by Medicare and the Medicare Advantage Plans for Aetna, Anthem and

ConnectiCare or the following insurance companies: Aetna, Anthem (including Blue Cross/Blue Shield), ConnectiCare and Cigna.  There is a fee for anyone not covered by Medicare or insurance.

Please bring a copy of your driver’s license and insurance card or Medicare card to provide your identification and information needed to bill your insurance.

Conducted by Hartford Healthcare at Home

 

Happy Active Aging Week!

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Groton

You all are already quite active and we want to keep you that way!  We have planned a few special presentations this week with enhancing your life in mind!

Tomorrow, Wednesday, at 9 am we have Clear Captions here for you to learn more about and then at 11 am we have Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital will offer a Parkinson Program. Both are free and open to the public!

Thursday at 11 am – we have a Vertigo presentation – it’s enough to make you head spin!!  Have you or someone you know ever suffered from Vertigo?  Come Learn what causes Vertigo, dizziness, headaches and imbalance. Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers is going to talk about causes and remedies.