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Thursday, September 6th- Trip to see Oliver! Goodspeed Opera House, East Haddam, CT

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Norwich

First, enjoy a delicious lunch at Ninety Nine Restaurant (lunch on your own).  Following lunch, a short ride will bring you to the beautiful Goodspeed Opera House for the delightful musical Oliver!  Set along the tranquil Connecticut River, the Goodspeed Opera House was built in 1876 by William Goodspeed.  This intimate theater brings you closer to the excitement of live musicals and will delight, inspire and entertain you with their shows!

Oliver! ~ Charles Dickens’ beloved orphan makes his Goodspeed debut in the hope-filled musical set in the dark shadows of Victorian London.  Bounced from workhouse to forced labor, Oliver Twist escapes to the streets where he meets Fagin, the Artful Dodger and a band of child pickpockets.  Will he find love, home and happiness before it’s too late?  Consider yourself part of the family with the colorful international smash that gave the world “Where Is Love?,” “Food! Glorious Food!” and “As Long As He Needs Me.”

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

You are responsible to find your own ride to the Senior Center before and after the trip. 

COST: $65 per person  includes Oliver! side orchestra ticket and transportation.

Lunch is on your own.  Limited tickets available.

11:00 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center    5:30 PM Approximate return time

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 Monday, July 30 at 5:00pm

Senior Center Members, Non-Residents

-Beginning Tuesday, July 31 at 5:00pm

Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)

-Beginning Wednesday, August 1 at 5:00pm

 

Renter’s Rebate Program

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Norwich

A program for low income elderly (65+) or disabled individuals who have rented in CT in 2017 and have not applied for the homeowners Circuit Breaker Program.  Program open through October 1, 2018.

Income Limits:

Single: $35,300 yearly or less    Couple: $43,000 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.

 

Afghan Raffle Winner!

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Norwich

Congratulations to Carol Chapman who won the beautiful white and red flower crocheted afghan which was recently being raffled off.  Thank you to all who purchased tickets to the raffle!  The proceeds will be used towards future programs at the Senior Center.

 

Community Yard Sale…Thank You!

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Norwich

Thank you to the wonderful Senior Center volunteers Marge Cohen, Paulette Devino, Martha Jancewicz, Cora Landry and Anna Parrish who helped with collecting items and at the yard sale this year!

Thank you to the Norwich Police Dept. for giving out free pet food and for the amazing donation of $263 which they collected during the Yard Sale!

Thank you to Senior Affairs Commission members Frank Jacaruso and Jackie Randall and to Senior Center member Yvette Jacaruso who had a table distributing information about the Senior Center and signing up new members!

Thank you to everyone who donated items which were sold at the Senior Center tables.  With your donations, it helped us raise approximately $1,050 which will be used towards future classes and events!

 

Farmer’s Market Coupons

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Norwich

Will be distributed on: Wednesday, July 18th from 9:00 a.m. – Noon

Farmer’s Market coupons are available to low income seniors who meet certain eligibility requirements.

You must meet the following Eligibility Requirements in order to receive a coupon booklet:

¨ You must be 60 years or older

¨ Yearly income not to exceed $22,459 for single or $30,451 for couple

¨ Must be participating in another need based program that verifies income eligibility such as Renter’s Rebate, Congregate Meal Program, Medicaid, SNAP (Foodstamps), etc.

¨ You must be a resident of the town you receive the coupon booklet from.

¨ If you are under 60 and disabled you must meet all other eligibility requirements and live in subsidized housing to be eligible

 

CONTENT BY JUDY – Perennials, Active Agers, Baby boomers

Posted on June 3, 2018 by Norwich

Just what are we? And are you paying attention to us??

A search for a term that doesn’t offend is taking place. Trying to avoid terms like senior citizen, retiree, elder and the elderly. The question becomes what do we call everyone 55+?

Terms are materializing that are perhaps more appropriate and appealing.

The term, Baby Boomer was created and has been used since all those World War II babies were being born. This group has changed and revolutionized the United States as the have passed though each phase of aging. And they will and are changing and redefining the term senior each day. Just look around – they are not stationary, boring or old.

The title, Perennial has been around for several years now and refers to blooming again and again. And yes, we do that again and again during our lives. We become young adults striking out on our own. We become homeowners, parents. So forth and so on as we parade along the paths of our lives. Ever changing and blossoming into the “new” me.

Active Ager is a newer term and defines seniors as young at heart, tech-loving, gym-using, trend setting, fun-seeking marketer’s dream. This term might be the best fitting so far as each generation is truly younger than the generation before them.

Whatever term you use 55+ adults are strong, happy, healthy. They are using and buying what they choose. They want the same products all ages want and use. They are not to be overlooked as they are living longer, working longer, staying healthier and maintaining their independent as well.

Call them what you will but remember they spend $2.9 trillion on products and services each year.

 

Looking for people Interested in Beginner Tai Chi – Fridays

Posted on May 30, 2018 by Norwich

Time: 1:45pm- 3:00pm

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.  Start date of class TBD in the Fall.

Minimum number of participants needed in order to start the class.
Please leave your Name & Telephone Number at Reception if interested.
Classes are open to members of the Rose City Senior Center only.  Not a member yet?  Sign up today!

Thursday, June 28- Rhode Island Lighthouse Cruise with lunch at Quonset ‘O’ Club and shopping In Newport

Posted on May 30, 2018 by Norwich

Departure Time: 10:45am

Approximate Return Time: 8:00pm

Cost: $75.00 per person includes roundtrip motorcoach, lunch at Quonset ‘O’ Club, and Lighthouse Cruise ticket.  Driver tip is not included.  Lunch choice due at sign-up.

This Trip has Some Walking.

Limited Seats Available!  Don’t Wait to Sign-Up!

We start our day with a delicious lunch at the elegant Quonset ‘O’ Club restaurant.  (Lunch choice below).  Following lunch, we take a short drive to Rhode Island Bay Cruises to board our luxurious fast ferry, Ava Pearl, for our Narragansett Bay Lighthouse Cruise.  The Ava Pearl has multi-viewing levels, an outside sundeck, climate controlled interior seating, restrooms and a snack bar.

The 90 minute narrated Lighthouse Cruise will showcases 10 of Rhode Island’s most beautiful and historic lighthouses in Narragansett, Jamestown and Newport.  Other sights include 10 islands, miles of coastline with fabulous views of Newport including Castle Hill, Ocean Cliff, Hammersmith Farm (childhood home of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis), Fort Adams and Newport Harbor.

Be amazed as you sail under the Jamestown-Verrazano Bridge and the Newport Pell Bridge.  The narrated cruise will include historical facts and folklore to entertain and educate you as you take in the picturesque sights and breathtaking views.  Be sure to bring your camera!

Now that you have seen beautiful Newport from the bay on your delightful cruise, why not enjoy it on land as well!  Following the cruise, a short drive will bring you to Newport.  You will be dropped off near the Newport Visitor Center to enjoy time on your own for shopping, dinner or just enjoying the beautiful views that Newport has to offer.  A great way to end your wonderful day!

Quonset ‘O’ Club Menu: Choice of New England Baked Scrod or Pan-Sautéed Chicken Cutlet Served with: Mixed Greens Salad with House Italian Dressing, Garlic Mashed Redskin Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans, Strawberry Shortcake, Coffee or Tea.

Call Hilary to Sign Up 860-889-5960

 

Thursday, June 14th- Games with the 6th Grade Academy

Posted on May 30, 2018 by Norwich

Time: 10:00am-11:30am

TOP CLUB Students from Teacher’s Memorial Global Study Magnet Middle School will be here to play games and interact with seniors. The 6th grade students will also be helping to clean-up the outside area of the Senior Center.  Please stop by to play games and meet with the students!

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.