Impact of the Rising Cost of Healthcare Costs on Retirement Savings. Join us on May 17th as Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Maureen Brubaker discusses Medicare coverage and traditional medical expenses, long-term medical care expenses, and strategies for addressing uncovered expenses. To register for this free program, call (860)434-1605 ext.240.
Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC)
The Connecticut Valley Camera Club will be meeting at the Lymes’ Senior Center on the 1st Monday of every month, starting on May 2, 2016 at 7:00pm. Our objective is to help our members become better photographers by offering presentations, workshops, and critiques. We encourage our members to publicize their work and offer multiple annual exhibitions to that end. We welcome photographers of all skill levels. The May meeting will feature a member’s critique (members submit 3-5 images for constructive comments) with the subject open. The meeting will also show winning photos from the annual Glennie Nature Salon which is a premier, international all-nature club competition of digital images know for it’s diversity of subjects that range from animals to botany to landscapes. Typically over 100 participating clubs from 8 countries have competed. For further information please call Ed McCaffrey at 860-767-3521.
6 Week PiYo Strength Class- NEW SESSION
On May 17th at 5:45pm we will be starting a 6 Week Pilates Class on Tuesday Nights. PiYo Strength is a fun, work at your own level class, joining Pilates and Yoga into one workout. You will burn calories, tone muscles, work on balance and get a great stretch. It is designed to build strength and flexibility You will exercise your body, mind and spirit. Yoga mat needed. The cost is $24.00 which is due at the first class and requires pre- signup. This six week class will cost $24.00 and prepayment is required at the office. Make payment out to: Marsha Pirie. Minimum of 10 people will be needed to hold this class.
River Rose Cruise
Tue, July 12th – River Rose Cruise for a 2 hour narrated tour in the Newburgh NY area. Lunch included at The River Grill. Trip fee is $100pp. Registration has begun. Minimal walking.
The Newport Flower Show
Fri, June 24th – The Newport Flower Show at the Rosecliff Mansion in Newport, RI. Lunch on your own in the Wharf area. Trip fee is $44pp. Registration has begun. Moderate walking.
Boston Museum of Science Trip
Tue, June 7th – Trip to the Boston Museum of Science in Boston, MA. Ticket price includes admission to the IMAX Theater Show. Lunch is not included. Trip fee is $63pp. Registration has begun. Lots of walking.
Reflexology Clinic
Susette Christensen, Certified Reflexologist, will be holding private reflexology sessions on May 9th and 23rd 9:30am- 3:00 pm. The cost is $10.00 for a 15 minute session. 30 minute and 60 minute sessions are available as well. To sign up, please call Susette at (860) 334-9255.
Chair Massages
Massage therapy for the older generation offers many benefits including enhanced blood circulation, improved balance and flexibility, reduction of arthritic pain and back pain, increased joint mobility, improved posture, improved natural energy levels and mental awareness. Chair massage will be offered at the Old Lyme senior center on Tuesday May 3rd & 17th between 12:30-4:00pm. A licensed massage therapist from Bonne Santé Wellness center (located at 4 Huntley Road, Old Lyme) will provide chair massage at the Lymes’ Senior Center. These services are offered to members of the senior center only at a reduced rate $25 for a 30 minute chair massage. Interested parties should call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 ahead of time. For those interested in full body massage, reduced price full hour table massages can be booked directly at Bonne Santé Wellness Center by calling 860-434-7429.
High Hopes Visit
High Hopes Visit
On May 12th from 1-2 we will be taking a group visit to High Hopes to learn more about the inner workings of this organization and about their Equine Assisted Activities. Our group will also interact and meet the horses and take a tour of the center. To sign up for this free program, please call (860)434-1605 ext 240.
8 Week Intro to Creative Drawing Class
8 Week Intro to Creative Drawing Class
This class is for beginners and those with some drawing experience. Sharon Schmeidel who has a BFA in painting from Maryland Institute College of Art will instruct this 8 week class which begins on May 10th and will be held on Tuesdays from 10:00am-12:00pm. The cost of the class is $32.00 and space is limited. Sign up is required. Call (860)434-1605 ext 240 to sign up. Learning to draw is a process; letting go and trusting the process can be liberating and bring out your creativity. In this class there will be demos and guidance with drawing exercises that will help students learn to see as an artist sees. Direction will be offered, but students will be encouraged to experiment and develop their own style. The instructor asks students to check the inner critic at the door, and step into an encouraging environment. Bring a sketchpad, pencils, vine or willow charcoal, and an eraser to the first class. A supply list with a several more inexpensive supplies will be handed out then.