Wednesday, June 6th- June Mini-Trip: Talk by Sam Ducharme talk about Thru Hiking The Appalachian Trail

June Mini-Trip: Mini-trips are open to Rose City Senior Center Members only Mini-trips may be subject to cancellation due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Bus leave the Senior Center at 9:45 a.m. and returns approx. 4:30 p.m.

Talk by Sam Ducharme                South Windsor Senior Center

“Not all those who wander are lost” ~ J.R.R.Tolkien

Our first stop will be at TGI Fridays for an early lunch (lunch on your own).  Following lunch we will head over to the South Windsor Senior Center to hear an inspiring talk from Sam Ducharme.

Sam Ducharme set out on a 2180 mile, 14 state backpacking trip from Springer Mountain, Georgia to Mt. Katahdin, Maine to thru hike the Appalachian Trail.  During his six month journey he documented the rugged beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, the wildlife, the hardships encountered on the trail, as well as the people, culture and humanity at its finest.

Join us as Sam tells his journey through the trail towns, over the mountaintops and through the backcountry. The images and stories will leave you with a renewed awe of the beauty of our country and its people.  See his gear, learn how he cooked, and hear what it is like sleeping in a hammock for six months through three seasons.  You will also hear how Sam returned to the trail the following year, connecting with aspiring thru hikers, paying it forward, and his return to the summit of Mt. Katahdin.

Sam Ducharme is a retired K9 Officer and is a lifelong resident of Connecticut. He has two adult sons, both serving in the United States Air Force. As an avid outdoorsman, (and finding the nest empty), Sam decided to buy a backpack and a plane ticket to Georgia. From there, he started walking north. With no prior backpacking experience, he learned on the trail. Gear, trail nutrition, enduring the elements, and the logistics involved in a long distance backpacking trip were hard lessons. After 20 years working within Connecticut’s prisons, the search for a positive recharge resulted in a life changing journey.

Following Sam’s talk, you will have an option to head outside to enjoy a 30-40 minute light hike at the South Windsor Senior Center.  This hike is optional and you can remain in the Senior Center instead.

Cost: $3 for transportation.  Lunch is on your own.  Limited seats available.

Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on May 7th

 

 

 

Thursday, June 21nd- Club 55 Annual Strawberry Festival

TIME: 5 p.m.
COST: $10/member, $15/non-member
Menu: Baked Sea Bass w/ Strawberry Salsa, St. Louis Style Pork Ribs w/ Sweet & Tangy Sauce, Strawberry Mashed Potatoes, Catalina Blend Mixed Vegetables, Strawberry Shortcake over Biscuit,
Punch, Coffee

Wednesday, May 23- Active Living Expo

Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

Join us for this annual event where agencies will provide you with health and fitness information, financial and

investment information and ways to age actively and well.

Open to all in the community

FREE

 

Drawing Friday, June 8th- Afghan Raffle

A beautiful white with red flowers crocheted afghan is being raffled with all proceeds to benefit programs and events at the Rose City Senior Center. The handmade afghan was made by a very talented Senior Center Member and donated to us.

Tickets are 3 for $1 and are available at reception.

Drawing to be held on Friday, June 8th and you do not have to be present to win!

 

Saturday, May 12th- Rose City Senior Center Community Yard Sale

Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm

Rain Date: Sunday, May 13th

It’s time for our annual Community Yard Sale!

Our parking lot will become one giant multi-seller yard sale with LOTS of items for sale.

Be sure to stop by and shop for your next “treasure”!

Have items to sell? Rent a space for $20 (10’ x 20’) or $30 (20’ x 20’).

 We are also looking for volunteers to help at the event and donations for the Senior Center yard sale table.

 

Wednesdays and Fridays- Yoga

Time: 10:45am

Cost: $4 per week or $3 per week paid in advance

This is a balanced class for strengthening, stretching, meditative focus and overall vitality.  The poses and movements are done in sitting, lying and standing.  Poses can be modified so that all participants can make the class work for what they need.   This class is a floor based exercise class.  Please bring a yoga mat with you.