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The Rose City Senior Center will be getting custom Cornhole boards! 

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Norwich

The Rose City Senior Center will be getting custom Cornhole boards! 

Cornhole (Bean Bag Toss) is a game in which players take turns throwing bean bags at a raised platform (board) with a hole in the far end.  A bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the board scores 1 point.  Cornhole can be played as singles, doubles or teams.  Play continues until a team or player reaches or exceeds the score of 21.

If you are interested in playing Cornhole, please leave your name and telephone number at reception. Game day(s) and time(s) TBD.  You will be contacted when we receive the Cornhole boards.

 

Rummikub- Thursdays

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Norwich

Time: 1:00pm

Rummikub is a tile-based game combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. There are 104 numbered tiles in the game valued 1 to 13. Players start with a set number of tiles and take turns putting down groups (7,7,7) or runs (7,8,9) using at least three tiles per turn with a player drawing a tile if they cannot play.  Players can build on tiles already put down during the round. Scoring is based on tiles used in the game.

Rummikub is scheduled to be played on Thursdays at 1pm, but is not currently meeting.

If you are interested in playing, please leave your name and phone number at reception.

 

Friday, September 13th- Trip to “The Big E”

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Norwich

September Day-Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.

Join us on Opening Day at The Big E for a day full of fun!
This is the 103rd year of The Big E Fair and the last blast of Summer!  The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – The Big E Super Circus, the Avenue of States, Farm-A-Rama, the Marti Gras Parade, 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 a great time to visit with less crowds and it is Military Appreciation Day!
COST: $40 per person – Includes transportation and The Big E entrance fee.

9:00 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich.

This is mostly walking.

SEATS STILL AVAILABLE-  Call Dial (860) 889-5960 to sign up!

Renter’s Rebate Program- Open through October 1st

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Norwich

A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2018 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program.  Program open through October 1, 2019.

Income Limits:
Single: $36,000 yearly or less
Couple: $43,900 yearly or less

Appointments are Needed
Norwich residents, 55 and older please call the Rose City Senior Center at (860) 889-5960.
If you are under 55 and a Norwich resident, call Norwich Human Services at (860) 823-3778.
► If you reside in Senior Housing, please contact your Resident Services Coordinator for an appointment at your housing complex.

Beginner Tai Chi – Fridays

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Norwich

Time: 1:45pm – 3:00pm

Cost: $45 for a 10 week session

Interested in learning Tai Chi?  This class is for you!  Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise using graceful movements to connect the mind and body.  Sometimes described as “meditation in motion”, Tai Chi is used for stress reduction and to help with a variety of other health conditions. This class is for beginners with no experience or limited experience.  Class starts September 6th.

This class is open to Senior Center Members only.  Not a Member?  Sign up today!

Started 9/6/19

The next success could be yours! – CONTENT BY JUDY

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Norwich

After many years working as a Senior Center Director I choose to start my business as a way to help the community learn about Senior Centers and the services and resources available to seniors and their families. And boy, I’ve learned a lot since I started SeniorCenterCt.org.

This idea for SeniorCenterCt.org developed from area Senior Center Directors exploring how they would change and evolve to accommodate the soon to arrive baby boomers. We talked with Maria Miranda of Miranda Creative and the foundation for a collaborative 9 town senior center website was born.

From that point to now the learning curve has been huge. I’m proud to say that SeniorCenterCt.org and I continue to grow every day. Maria continues to be my mentor along with Debra Jane, my finance wizard and many others have become my sounding boards.

And then I was fortunate enough for Arlene to become my mentor through SCORE. A retired marketing and strategic planning expert Arlene readily pitches in and is guiding me with the marketing and branding of SeniorCenterCt.org.

We always need to remember we don’t travel our journey alone and in order to meet Arlene I needed to discover SCORE.

SCORE is a wonderful free resource that has the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors. There are over 10,000 expert volunteers in 300 chapters.

In 2018, SCORE mentors helped start 32,387 businesses and create 135,687 jobs.

SCORE is a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration and is there to help you achieve your dream as a small business owner. They are there every step of the way to teach and guide you as you grow.

When you go to the SCORE website you can choose “find a mentor”, “take a workshop” or “browse the library”. You can find the SCORE location nearest to you. You can become a volunteer. You can see the impact SCORE makes.

Explore this website. View a webinar. Read an article. Learn how to use your stats and data to drive growth. Take a Workshop.

There are even podcasts you can listen to as you drive to your next appointment.

And yes, everything SCORE does truly is free.

Score will always be there for you to access. Let them help you grow personally and professionally as your business evolves and thrives.

As SCORE says, “The next success could be yours!”

Looking for a Saxophone or Clarinet Player Would you like to join a great group?

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Norwich

Rose City Senior Center’s concert band, Roseland Combo is looking for a saxophone or clarinet player to join this very talented group!  If you enjoy playing “vintage” music, then consider joining the Roseland Combo and put some “spark” back in your “sparkle”!

The Roseland Combo meets for rehearsal on Tuesday’s at 10:30am.  The group also accompanies the Golden Nuggets choral group on outings and occasionally plays for special events at the Senior Center.

Please contact Hilary with questions or if you would be interested in joining the group.

 

Art Show Winners

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Norwich

Art Show Winners

CATEGORIES:
Painting
Oil-     1st– Natalie Caron

Acrylic-   1st– Helen Krasun

2nd– Madeline MarcAurele

3rd– Beverly Korenkiewicz

Honorable Mention- Helen Krasun, Alice Harding

Watercolor-     1st– Ovida Carter

2nd– Linda Mathre

3th- Estelle Tedeschi

Honorable Mention- Natalie Caron, Dillard Cowan, Carole Davis, Beverly Wood

 

Drawing

Pastel-   1st– Deborah Gaudet

2nd– Deborah Gaudet

3rd– Deborah Gaudet

 

Pen, Pencil or Ink-    1st– Marcia Coyne

 

Photography-      1st– Donna Weimer

2nd– Donna Weimer

3rd– Dennia Ossont

Honorable Mention- Donna Weimer

 

Mixed Media-    1st– Marcia Coyne

2nd– Marcia Coyne

3rd– Marcia Coyne

 

Quilting-    1st– Judy Kuzmenko

2nd -Evon Mulcahy

3rd– Sharon Berry

Honorable Mention- Judy Gordon

 

Best of Show Winner: Donner Weimer in Photography

Tuesday, October 22nd- Trip to see Legends in Concert! at Foxwoods

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Norwich

The all-star line up of amazing celebrity look-alike and sound-alike performers of Stevie Wonder, Sting, Lady Gaga, Freddie Mercury, Donna Summer & Elvis Presley will performing their signature hits and fan favorites!  Each legendary performer not only looks like the star they portray, but use their own natural voices to pay homage to their iconic music counterpart.

Legends in Concert live tribute shows are known for their elaborate theatrical sets, magnificent costumes and full array of incredible special effects, including state-of-the-art lighting, laser and sound systems.  An outstanding cast of accomplished tribute artists, talented singers and dancers, and a live band comprised of some the top musicians in the industry, perform at each amazing show!

You will also be given a Festival Buffet food voucher and $10 in bonus slot play!

A Foxwoods Rewards Card or photo ID is required to receive the buffet and slot bonus.

COST: $35 per person  Includes Legends in Concert 2:00 p.m. matinee show ticket, Festival Buffet Lunch, $10 bonus slot play and transportation.  Limited tickets available

This trip will be using the Senior Center bus for transportation.

You are responsible for your own transportation to and from the Senior Center, before and after the trip.

9:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

4:45 PM Approximate return time

This trip has Moderate Walking.

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE

*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960.  When you hear the message

 saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*

Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents

-Beginning Tuesday, August 20 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Wednesday, August 21 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Thursday, August 22 at 5:00pm

 

 

Tuesday, August 20th- Varicose Vein Disease Talk

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Norwich

Presentation by Dr. Hahn – Advanced Vein Associates, PLLC

Do you suffer from aching, tired, or swollen legs?  Do you have unsightly varicose and spider veins?  Come learn about potential causes and treatments for varicose vein disease at this informational talk.

Dr. Hahn is the owner and medical director of Advanced Vein Associates, PLLC.  He is a board-certified physician with extensive experience in caring for patients with cardiovascular disease and venous insufficiency for the treatment of varicose and spider veins.  He has been treating patients in eastern CT for the past 5 years, and recently established Advanced Vein Associates to focus on what matters most: ethical, quality care for his patients.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.