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November 4th and 18th at 10:00am

With our crafty volunteer Joyce

These easy, seasonal crafts are good for beginners but all are welcome to join.

Class size is limited.  Sign up needed.

Sign up at Reception

Saturday, November 19th from 9:00am-2:00pm

Otis Library  261 Main Street, Norwich

Mark your calendar and kick off the holiday season at Otis Library’s 14^th annual O’tis a Festival!  A holiday marketplace of all things creative including artisans, one-of-kind handcrafted items, live entertainment and, of course, Santa!  A great way to support local crafters for your holiday gifts!

Thursday, November 17th from 9:00-11:00am

As a service to the local community, a Hearing Care Practitioner from Beltone will be at the Rose City Senior Center to meet with seniors by appointment.  A trained professional will be available for cleaning and checking all makes and models of hearing aids, along with answering any questions you may have about hearing aids and hearing health.  This is a free service.  Appointment is needed.

Beltone will offer this service every 4 months. The next Hearing Aid Clinic will be held on March 16.

Please call Beltone to schedule an appointment time (860) 949-8350.

Thursday, November 10th at 10:30am

Presentation by Dr. Peter Wagner, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Partners

Join Dr. Wagner as he discusses the causes, evaluation and treatments of common spine conditions.  Learn about common neck and spine problems including lower back pain, sacroiliac pain, cervical and lumbar disc conditions.  Along with various non-operative and operative treatment options available.

Empower yourself to improve your neck or back symptoms by learning about exercises that you can do independently, medication, physical therapy, chiropractic care, injections and surgery.

Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Wednesday, December 7th at 1:30pm

Make your own Charcuterie Board in this fun class with Chef Roman from Whisk Together Catering!  Chef Roman will demonstrate how to make a Holiday inspired Charcuterie Board while helping you create your own!  Learn tips and tricks to make this holiday season delicious and unforgettable.

Cost: $10  All materials will be supplied.  Limited seats available. 

Sign up at Reception starting on November 7^th.  Payment due at sign up.

Tuesday, December 13th at 12:00pm

Cost: $12 per person

Please join us for our Seniors Holiday Luncheon!  This fully catered holiday event will feature a delicious, freshly prepared plated meal served to you at your table, delightful musical entertainment by Clayton Allen, door prizes and of course great company and a fun time!

Menu:

Garden Salad, Roasted Turkey with gravy, Vegetable Stuffing, Whipped Potatoes, Honey Glazed Carrots, Cranberry Sauce, Assorted Dinner Rolls & Cheesecake with Cherries.

 * Tickets go on Sale Tuesday, Nov. 1^st  * Pay when you Sign Up *

Last Day to Purchase Tickets is Tuesday, Nov. 22^nd.  NO EXCEPTIONS!

Prepared and Served by Matthews Catering Company

On Tuesday, November 8^th, the Senior Center is being used as a voting precinct.

The building will be CLOSED for the day except for voting.  ALL Senior Center programs and classes are cancelled for the day.   ALL rooms will be closed.  NO lunch will be served. 

We will still provide transportation to Medical Appointments and Lisbon Walmart Shopping.

Tuesday, October 11th at 10:30am

Legislative panel discussion on past and upcoming disability-related legislation.

For written material in large print or other disability-related accommodation, contact Julie Menders. Contact info: jmenders@otislibrarynorwich.org or (860) 889-2365 x 128. 

Disability Awareness Week is sponsored by the Norwich Commission for Persons with Disabilities, with the essential support of the City of Norwich Office of the Mayor, Otis Library and Rose City Senior Center.