The Harris Roane Duo, featuring vocalist Julie Harris and guitarist Stephen Roane, will perform An Afternoon Tea with Cole Porter will be held on September 13th at 1:00pm. The program tells the fascinating story of the life of Cole Porter, from his birth on an apple farm in Peru, Indiana to international fame as a leading composer of music for Broadway and Hollywood, introducing all the fascinating people he encountered along the way. The narration is highlighted with some of Porter’s most memorable songs, included “Begin the Beguine”, “Night and Day”, and “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”.
Windows 10 Basics
Take a look at the new Windows interface. Learn how to navigate the new start menu, discover the difference between Edge and Internet Explorer, and of course how to use your new personal assistant, Cortana. On Monday, September 12th, from 1-3 p.m. we will be holding a free 2 hour Windows 10 Basics class open to all seniors. Limited space available. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to register. Laptops and class instructions are funded by a grant from the Lyme Old Lyme Education Foundation.
Men’s Health
Join us on September 9th at 1:00 pm as Karen Veselka, the Old Lyme Town Nurse gives us a 30 minute presentation on Men’s Health
T-Bone:His Wit and Music
Join us for a Senior Social on September 7th at 1:00pm as T-Bone, a professional entertainer for over 40 years, performs for us. His special blend of wit and music will have us laughing, singing, clapping along, and even dancing within minutes! We will also have refreshments after this free performance.
Fall Prevention
Select Physical Therapy will be here on September 6th at 1:00pm for a physical therapy talk on Fall Prevention. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to register.
More Drawing Class: 8 Week Session
We will begin a 8 week More Drawing Class taught by artist Sharon Schmiedel on September 6th from 10:00am-12:00pm. The class is $35.00 and is open to members who have taken Intro to Drawing or have some drawing experience. Limited space available. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up.
Movie: Watch for the Title
On September 2nd we will be showing a movie at 12:45pm. The movie title will be announced in September’s newsletter.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Thu, October 13th – Join us for the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI. Trip fee is $46pp. Registration begins August 1st. Meal not included. Lots of walking.
Boston On Your Own
Sat, October 1st – Boston on your own – Bus leaves East Lyme at 8:15am and leaves Boston at 6pm. Trip fee is $44pp. Registration begins August 1st. Meal not included. Lots of walking.
Alice Community Discussion
I want to introduce you to someone named ALICE.~ You most likely already know her. ALICE stands for Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed and she has a household income above the Federal Poverty Level, but below a basic cost-of-living threshold. These are the workers essential to every community’s success. In our area, a large number of people are living within or below the ALICE threshold.~ To learn more about how you can help, please come to the upcoming community discussion on September 1st from 6:00-8:00pm at the Lymes’ Senior Center- 26 Town Woods Road Old Lyme for a Public Pot Luck Dinner & Conversation to discuss affordable housing needs in the community. Please bring a dinner dish to share. For questions, please contact your Community Lead: Terri O’Rourke, 860-442-7890 x205.