RENTER’S REBATE PROGRAM

The senior center will begin Renter’s Rebate applications in June. For all In-House appointments, call the senior center to make an appointment. The staff will be completing applications at elderly housing on the following dates:

ASHLAND MANOR- TUESDAY, MAY 15th at 12:15 pm

McCLUGGAGE MANOR- TUESDAY, MAY 15th at 1:00 pm

LEDGEWOOD- WEDNESDAY, MAY 16th at 12:15 pm

 

Beginning Line Dancing- Fridays

Instructor: Darlene Zuraw

Time: 9:30am- 11:00am

Bring your friends and have some fun. Very enjoyable class!  Learn basic steps in this fun, enjoyable class.

Tai Chi Class is on summer break

This class will be on summer break starting July and will return on September 6th

Instructor: Julie Oliver

This class is offered free through the support of Jewett City Savings Bank.

Tai Chi is a form of gentle exercise used in martial arts that can provide therapeutic balance.   It can also help with stress, and so many other health benefits.

Swedish Weaving- Thursdays (On Break for the Summer)

Time: 10:00am- 12:00pm

Instructor: Terry Blanchard

Swedish weaving is a fun, relaxing type of embroidery on monk’s cloth. It is easy to do and simple to learn.  Finished pieces are incredible and make fabulous heirloom-quality items for gift giving or to keep for yourself!

Tuesday, May 1st- CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP

Time: 2:00pm- 3:30pm

Moved Location to Slater Library.

Facilitated by Senior Resources, our local Agency on Aging.

If you are caring for a loved one and have concerns, or you simply need to talk, PLEASE come to our next meeting.   The information shared is helpful and important to YOU—the caretaker!

NOTE: We  have  a supply of  resource books & other materials on hand which you may borrow at any time.

Wednesday, May 9th and May 16th- Technology for Seniors

Wednesday, May 9th and May 16th at Griswold High School from 1:15 pm- 2:00pm.

Griswold High School students will help you with your technology needs. Join them for coffee and dessert. Bring your ipad, cell phone or other device. Sign up with the senior center. Transportation is provided and bring your device. If you would like to drive yourself, simply sign up by calling 860-376-7662. Please leave a message and what type of device you would like help with. Don’t forget to bring your charger!

Skip-Bo -Tuesdays

Time: 12:00pm- 1:00pm

It’s easy to learn and a lot of fun to play. It will keep that thinking cap working. Come learn a fun new game!

Skip-Bo is a card game like the 1967 version of Spite and Malice.  You cam have 2 to 6 players.

Aerobics- Tuesdays & Thursdays

Time: 9:00am- 10:00am

Instructor: Sharon Gagne

Aerobics is a form of physical exercise that combines stretching and strength training in different levels of intensity to music.