AARP Foundation TAX-AIDE is offered in conjunction with the IRS. Its Tax Counseling for the Elderly program (TCE), provides free tax help to low- to moderate-income tax-payers, with special attention to those 60 and older. Counselors will be available on the following dates to complete your Federal and State Income Tax Returns: March 3rd, March 24th and April 14th. To schedule an appointment at the Lymes’ Senior Center in Old Lyme, call the Estuary Senior Center in Old Saybrook at 860-388-1611 and tell them you wish to sign up for the Old Lyme site.
Sing-A-Long With Songbird Judy Hall
On March 2nd at 1:30pm come join us as we Sing- a- Long with Songbird Judy Hall. With 25 years of experience, she provides a good time for all as she leads us in the music we know best. This program is sponsored by the Senior Club and admission will be $1.00 at the door.
8 Week Creative Drawing Class
On Tuesday, March 1st at 10:00am, we will begin an 8 Week Creative Drawing Class taught by Sharon Schmiedel. ~Sharon has a BFA in painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art and spent many years working in technical illustration, medical illustration, and graphic design. Now she is spending much of her time painting and entering numerous juried shows. She enjoys teaching and sharing her knowledge of art with others. ~Students who didn’t take the first session but have some drawing experience are also welcome. In this class you will continue to learn to see as an artist does. Learning to draw is a process; letting go and trusting the process can be liberating and bring out your creativity. There will be demos and guidance with drawing exercises that will build on what you’ve previously learned. Direction will be offered, but students will be encouraged to experiment and develop their own style. ~You will need to bring a sketchpad, pencils, vine or willow charcoal, and an eraser to the first class. ~Space is limited so register today. ~The class will cost $32.00 and is due at the first class. ~This class is open to all members. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up.
8 Week Watercolor Class- NEW SESSION
This class begins February 29th. and is open to new and continuing students of all levels. We will explore a variety of watercolor techniques. The instructor will do demos and introduce new exercises to help students get comfortable experimenting and playing with this wonderful medium. Students will also gain an understanding of how to use warm and cool colors, plus values to develop strong compositions. The class environment encourages a playful approach and is a safe place to try out and exchange ideas and develop your style. This class will cost $32.00 due at the first class. You MUST pre-register as space is limited. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to preregister. Contact Stephanie at Senior Center for supply list for first class.
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Abraham Lincoln: Slide Presentation
On February 26th at 1:00pm Paula Hopewell will be here to do a Slide Presentation on Abraham Lincoln. Paula Hopewell’s presentation entitled Abraham Lincoln, President of the People: Perspectives from the Mason-Dixon Line, covers the influence the border region had on Lincoln and the sources of his extraordinary compassion, a character trait that helped him steer the country through the Civil War. She details some of the tragedies of Lincoln’s personal life and highlight excerpts from his exquisite speeches. In addition, the presentation will include information about Connecticut’s role in the War, including Harriet Beecher Showe’s connection, the Copperhead movement in Connecticut, and 1860 and 1864 Presidential election results for some of Connecticut’s local towns. Call (860) 434-1605 Ext. 240 to register.
VALENTINE CARDS FOR VETERANS
Join us and the East Lyme Middle School students for 2 afternoons of making Valentines for our local Veterans. No special skill required – just the desire to recognize our Veterans. Snacks will be provided. Call to register beginning February 1st.
Tue, the 2nd and the 9th from 3:10pm to 3:50pm
HELP US CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR
Did you know it is the Year of the Monkey according to the Chinese Calendar?
On Fri, February 12th, the Senior Center has several programs scheduled to
Celebrate Chinese New Year:
Cooking Demo with Anthony from TVCCA at 10:30am,
East Lyme High School Chinese Exchange Students all morning to explain about their Culture,
Chinese Food luncheon at 11:45am – $9pp.
Menu consists of:
Vegetable Fried Rice
Spring Roll
Beef Lo-Mein
Chicken w/Vegetables
Register for one or all programs beginning February 1st. 
Let’s Get Ready For Spring: Organizing Tips from an Expert
On February 24th at 1:00pm Lets Get Ready For Spring, Organizing Tips from the Expert Rick Uliano, Organizing Guru who has worked for A&E’s popular TV series, HOARDERS will be here to give us tips on organizing and answer your questions on how to tackle specific projects.
Chair Massages: New
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 every other Tuesday afternoons between 2:00-4:00pm, commencing February 23rd 2016. 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.