Monday, September 16th- The Hustle w/ Anne Hathaway & Rebel Wilson

3:00 PM
Cost: $5.00 donation
DINNER: Homemade Turkey ala King
MOVIE: The Hustle w/ Anne Hathaway & Rebel Wilson (new release—pg13)
Come join us for our once a month Dinner & Movie on an early Friday afternoon! What better way to spend the day than with good friends, good food, and good movie ! Please sign up if you plan to attend!

Friday, September 27th- Annual Fall Social

Time: 2:00pm

$8.00 donation
Entertainment by: John Banker (back by popular demand)

Fall inspired appetizers, Slow Roasted Apple-Stuffed Pork Loin,Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert & more.
Please join us for our annual Fall Social and help up bring in the new Season with a great Fall inspired theme! Always a great time! We will have a wonderful menu with delicious food, some great entertainment, and many friends to enjoy the afternoon with! Come and have some fun with us and let’s celebrate another beautiful Autumn in Connecticut! Please sign up on the bulletin
board if you plan to attend. Bus is available.

Enhanced Benefits- Second Tuesday of the Month by Appointment

Senior Resources provides preliminary screening for many general state and/or federal benefits or supports. These program include energy assistance, Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, Prescriptions, SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid (Title 19), Medicare, Veteran Benefits, Energy bills, Housing, Tax Relief, Supplemental Security Income and much more.
It is completely confidential.  Your name or social security number is not required

Give us a call at 860-376-2329 to sign up

Over the Hill Gang Hiking with John- Fridays from September 6th to October 25th

Time: 9:00 am

Fri mornings starting Sep 6th through Oct 25th
Local hikes and away hikes.
Ride provided for away hikes. $5pp transport fee.
Wear sturdy shoes. Bring a bottle of water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray.

Directions provided.
Call to register & for more information

Friday, September 13th- Trip to “The Big E”

September Day-Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.

Join us on Opening Day at The Big E for a day full of fun!
This is the 103rd year of The Big E Fair and the last blast of Summer!  The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – The Big E Super Circus, the Avenue of States, Farm-A-Rama, the Marti Gras Parade, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, entertainment and TONS of foods.  Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!
Opening day is a great time to visit with less crowds and it is Military Appreciation Day!
COST: $40 per person – Includes transportation and The Big E entrance fee.

9:00 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich.

This is mostly walking.

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE-  Call Dial (860) 889-5960 to sign up!

Renter’s Rebate Program- Open through October 1st

A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2018 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program.  Program open through October 1, 2019.

Income Limits:
Single: $36,000 yearly or less
Couple: $43,900 yearly or less

Appointments are Needed
Norwich residents, 55 and older please call the Rose City Senior Center at (860) 889-5960.
If you are under 55 and a Norwich resident, call Norwich Human Services at (860) 823-3778.
If you reside in Senior Housing, please contact your Resident Services Coordinator for an appointment at your housing complex.

Beginner Tai Chi – Fridays

Time: 1:45pm – 3:00pm

Cost: $45 for a 10 week session

Interested in learning Tai Chi?  This class is for you!  Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise using graceful movements to connect the mind and body.  Sometimes described as “meditation in motion”, Tai Chi is used for stress reduction and to help with a variety of other health conditions. This class is for beginners with no experience or limited experience.  Class starts September 6th.

This class is open to Senior Center Members only.  Not a Member?  Sign up today!

Started 9/6/19

Wednesday, September 4th- Trip Presentation for our ARK ENCOUNTER

The ARK ENCOUNTER Trip June 20-26, 2020

Experience the Bible like never before on this journey that brings you face to face with Genesis and the life-size recreation of Noah’s Ark and the Creation Museum. Cruise through the glorious Allegheny Mountains; experience the charming lifestyle of Amish Country in Ohio and the Mennonite and Amish people of Pennsylvania on this enriching trip of a lifetime.

Sign up now for our free Trip presentation ~ Wednesday, September 4 at 11 AM

FREE yet registration is required! 

860-441-6785  or www.grotonrec.com

 

Senior Karate I- Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 9:00am to 9:45am

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)