February 3rd at 1:30pm Michael Ciulla a NYC professionally trained singer, actor, and voiceover artist with extensive professional experience will perform for us. He will perform music from such artists as Frank Sinatra, Nat Cole, Count Basie, Dean Martin, Louis Jordan, Cole, Irving Berlin and Glenn Miller. Louis Prima, Bobby Darin, The Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley. This performance is sponsored by the Senior Club and admission will be $1.00 at the door.
Movie: Groundhog Day
On February 2nd at 1:00pm we will be showing the movie Groundhogs Day will Bill Murray. This comedy will be show in closed caption.
Trip: 03-10-16 The Sound of Music
March Day Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older
The Sound of Music at the Providence Performing Arts Center
and Providence Place Mall
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Please call Hilary for Availability at 860-889-5960. This trip has Moderate Walking but at your own pace.
Our first stop is the Providence Place Mall were you will have time on your own to shop and have brunch/early lunch. Providence Place Mall is home to over 150 stores; something for everyone! Be sure to leave time to enjoy a quick meal at one of the many restaurants located in the Mall. Food purchases are on your own.
After shopping and dining, we head over to the Providence Performing Arts Center for our 1:00 PM matinee performance of Rogers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music!
Set in Austria in 1938, The Sound of Music tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a Navel widower’s seven children. She falls in love with the children, and eventually their father, Captain von Trapp.
This spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family will thrill you with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning songs, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and “The Sound of Music”.
COST: $ 65 per person includes The Sound of Music center orchestra show ticket and transportation. Driver tip is not included. Food purchases are on your own.
8:15 AM Depart Marcus Plaza, 624 W. Main Street, Norwich
8:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
5:30 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
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Medicare Savings Programs
On Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. we will have Shayla DelGiudice discuss the benefits of the Medicare Savings Program. Under the Medicare improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA), states, received funding to help Medicare beneficiaries apply for the Medicare Part D Extra Help/Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) and the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs).
- It could add $104.90 back into your Social Security check each month.
- Help pay your Medicare Part “D” monthly premium
- Help with your Medicare Part “D” deductibles
You are cordially invited to join us at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road on Wednesday, February 17th for a very informative presentation. Please register for the program by calling the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 extension 6.
A Taste of Chinese Culture
Join us on January 19th at 1:00pm for “A Taste of Chinese Traditional Culture” put on by volunteers from the CT. Chinese Culture Association. This presentation will include slide and video presentation highlighting the essence and uniqueness of the Chinese culture. Please call to sign up.
Massage Demonstration
January 13th at 1:00pm Massage Demonstration from Bonne Sante. Isabelle McKeon, licensed massage therapist from Bonne Santé Wellness Center Old Lyme, will provide a brief demonstration of therapeutic massage and an explanation of the benefits of therapeutic massage for seniors. She will demonstrate massage techniques that benefit many ailments experienced by the elderly by using gentle and light application of massage techniques and passive stretching and a light oil~ to permit muscles to be worked on without causing excessive friction to the skin. Please call to register.
D Day, What Led Up To It & Its Impact
January 12th at 1:00pm for a program “D Day, What Led up to it & Its Impact” given by Mark Albertson. Mark has been a member of the United States Naval Institute for more than 25 years. He is an historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine and has authored three books: USS Connecticut: Constitution State Battleship, They’ll Have to Follow You! The Triumph of the Great White Fleet, and On History: A Treatise. He teaches World War II history at Norwalk Community College for Lifetime Learners. Please call to register.
Tap Dancing Class
On Thursday, January 7th at 10:00 am we will be starting a six week Tap Dancing Class. This program will be taught by Bethany Haslam, owner of The Dance Center of Old Lyme. With 30 years of dancing experience in addition to choreographing over 20 shows and musicals, Bethany comes well qualified. The six week class will cost $24.00 for the six week class. Money will be due at the first class. Preregistration is suggested as class size is limited to twelve people. Participants will need to bring tap shoes. For more information about this class or to register call (860)434-1605 ext. 240.
Pat Mitchell Performance
On January 6th at 1:30pm, join us as Pat Mitchell, pianist who currently performs at the Norwich Inn and Spa and has performed for many years at the Lighthouse Inn, will entertain us. This is a Senior Club Event and Admission is $1.00 which will be collected by the club at the door.
Advanced Creative Drawing Class
On January 5th at 10:00am, we will begin an 8 Week Advanced Creative Drawing Class. Space is limited so register today. Call to register. The class will cost $32.00 and is due at the first class. This class is open to all members.