Knives $2.50 ▪ Scissors/Pinking Shears $5
Non-Electric Pruners/Hedge Trimmers/Garden Tools $5
Electric Hedge Trimmers $10 ▪ Chain Saw Chains/Lawn Mower Blades $5
Drop off your items that need to be sharpened to the reception desk by Friday, October 7th.
Be sure to have your items wrapped in newspaper and safely stored in a plastic bag, with your name, phone number and correct payment included.
**Cash or check made payable to Dan Correia**
Wednesday, October 19th from 11:00am-1:00pm
Norwich author Ken Keeley will be at the Senior Center to sell his books and do a book signing. Ken’s amazing books offer a pictorial history of Norwich. Some of his books which will be for sale include History of the Rose Arts Festival; Norwich – The First 300 Years; Memories of a Norwich Boomer; Norwich – Yesterday and Today and his new book, History of Norwich Little League.
Books Cost $20 for Senior Center Members.
Wednesday, October 19th at 10:00am
Presentation by The City of Norwich Fire Marshal
October is Fire Prevention Month. Join us for this informative presentation which will cover the causes of most home fires and what you can do to help prevent a fire. Topics will include cooking safety, electrical safety, heating, smoking and more. Fire Prevention handouts will be given.
Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Check out the books for sale located across from the Reception desk.
New selections are added weekly.
Paperbacks and hardcovers available.
Books are used but in great condition.
They sell for 10¢ each or 3 for 25¢.
You can’t beat that deal!
Stop by and check them out!
You may have noticed the soda machine in the Coffee Shop is now gone. We are now selling drinks at Reception!
Although the selection may change periodically, we currently are offering 20oz bottles of Coke, Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite, Gatorade Zero and Polar Seltzer.
Just stop by Reception to purchase for $1 each.
Saturday, September 17th from 10:00am-2:00pm
at Dodd Stadium (14 Stott Ave, Norwich)
Free Community Event to highlight local health-related businesses while providing a day of fun and education for all ages!
* Health Screenings * Information * Demos * Activities * Live Music *
For more information, visit: www.norwichchamber.com/healthy-living-festival
Event brought to you by Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Committee
2nd and 4th Mondays of every month from 12:00-2:00pm
Starting Monday, September 12th
Provided in Partnership with Otis Library
Do you have general questions on how to use a computer, Internet or email? Need help with Facebook, Twitter or Instagram? Looking for assistance with your laptop, tablet, or cell phone?
Nicolette Pavain, Marketing and Technology Librarian from Otis Library, will be here to help you!
Drop by and get your questions answered! Free Wi-Fi available.
Tuesday, September 20th
Join us for lunch at Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London. This casual, outdoor restaurant is a local favorite for seafood lovers! They offer seafood dinners, lobster rolls, chowder, salads, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and more! Have room for dessert? Captain Scott’s also sells Giffords of Maine ice cream. Located right on the water, Captain Scott’s offers beautiful views of Shaw’s Cove Marina while enjoying your lunch.
(Please note: Dining is on outdoor picnic tables with a covered seating area available).
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on September 6th
Cost: $2 for transportation. Lunch is on your own.
Bus leaves the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. and returns approx. 1:45 p.m.
Friday, September 16th
Join us on Opening Day at The Big E for a day full of fun!
This is the 106th year of The Big E. The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – the Avenue of States, musical entertainment, the Marti Gras Parade, agricultural and livestock exhibits, Clydesdales, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, entertainment and TONS of foods. Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!
Opening Day is also Military Appreciation Day! Active Military and Veterans get free admission to the fair with a Veteran or Military ID. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from across New England will be stationed along the Avenue of States to answer questions and provide information on both national and state Veteran resources. A great day to visit!
COST: $53 per person – Includes charter bus transportation and The Big E admission fee. $43 Active Military and Veterans – Includes transportation. Free admission with Military ID.
8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
Call Hilary to sign up (860) 889-5960
Looking for Senior Center Members who would be interested in playing golf once or twice a week at local golf courses. Beginners Welcome!
If interested, please call Mike (860) 889-5960
