Category: News

The North American Solar Eclipse Celebration

Monday, April 8th from 1:45-4:15pm

 

Celebrate the total Eclipse with fun indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and presentations FOR ALL AGES!

Presented by The East Lyme Public Library, Stars to Stem Planetarium, East Lyme Parks & Recreation, and the East Lyme Senior Center

*While supplies last free eclipse glass will be available beginning March 18th at the East Lyme Library

Emergency Preparedness Presentation

Tuesday, April 26th from 10:00-11:00am

 

Presenters: Chief of Police, Michael Finkelstein and Deputy Emergency Management Director, Julie Wilson

This informative session will provide vital information to help senior residents and their caregivers be prepared for emergencies. Topics will include Millstone Nuclear Power Station sirens and what you need to know in the event of an emergency at Millstone, severe weather preparedness, common scams targeting seniors, how to register for special assistance during an evacuation or power outage, safe disposal of prescription drugs, and how to receive local alerts and emergency information from the Town of East Lyme. Attendees will gain knowledge to enhance their personal safety and stay informed during crisis situations.

You will not want to miss this important presentation!
Registration begins Apr 1st. Register by Apr 12th.

Tai Chi with Alex

Tai Chi with Alex (April Session)- Tuesdays, April 2nd, 9th, 18th, 23rd, 30th at 8:30 AM @ Rogers Lake Clubhouse- Join us as we start a new Tai Chi program! Research shows that practicing tai chi can improve balance, stability, and flexibility in older people, including those with Parkinson’s disease. Practiced regularly, it can also help reduce pain, especially from knee osteoarthritis, back problems, and fibromyalgia. We are offering this program in monthly sessions. To register for a session please call (860)434-1605 ext. 241; payments can be cash or check and can be brought the first class of each monthly session. April’s 5-week session is $38, for members,
May’s 4-week session is $30 for members.

Fly Casting Class

When: Thursdays, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, 2024; 3-4:30 PM
Where: Lyme Library; 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme
Cost: Free for members, $25 for non-members
Mark Lewchik is back to teach us all about fly casting! In this 5-week session, Mark will teach us about
the basics on fly fish casting, with all the tips and tricks

Farmer’s Market Bag Craft w / Mary

This event will take place on Tuesday, May 7th; 1—3 PM at the Old Lyme Town Hall. The cost: 2 non-perishable food items for members Join us for another round of a fun and fantastic craft class, held by Mary. This month we will be turning your old t-shirts into a no-sew, upcycled Farmer’s Market Bag. Bring several of your worn out t-shirts, a ruler and scissors to class! Make sure to register as soon as possible, as her craft classes fill up quick!

April Educational Talks at Thrive 55+

Informative Talks — please register per talk

Tuesday, April 9 at 10:30 am – Deirdre Ferranti, Visiting Angels Director of Community Relations, will be here to answer your questions on Caregivers. Learn how they are vetted, what their roles and duties can be, and the process of hiring one for your needs. Gather vital information, ask questions and get answers.

Wednesday, April 10 at 1:00 pm – Hartford Healthcare presents Minimizing Stress and Anxiety with Integrative Medicine. Learn how Integrative Medicine, Yoga, Reiki, Acupuncture, Sound Healing, Massage & more help with stress/anxiety.

Thursday, April 11 at 10 am Coffee with a Cop: Casual Convo with Groton Town’s Police Department.

Wednesday April 24, 2024  1:00 pm – UConn Master Gardener presents “What Bugs You? No, not your husband, not the driver doing 30 in a 50 mph road, not… well, there can be a lot of little things that bug us. And, some of them are real bugs. Before you swat it, spray it, drown it, find out what it is. We’ll cover good bugs, bad bugs, and bugs that are both. Outside, inside, and pollinators or not?”

 

Join AARP Mohegan Chapter 1004

Norwich AARP Mohegan Chapter 1004 is currently looking for new members! 

AARP Chapter 1004 meets at Rose City Senior Center on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m.

Meetings are held January through June, and September through December.

For more information on joining Norwich AARP Mohegan Chapter 1004,

Call Karen at (860) 917-8163

 

Downsizing Demystified

Thursday, April 18th at 10:00 a.m.

Presentation by Shelia Gavish of Amston Transition Solutions

Join Shelia Gavish from Amston Home Transitions as she shares her expert knowledge on going from “downsizing” to “rightsizing” your home.  Learn tips and tricks that will set you up for success and show you that living with less can be an overall positive experience!

Topics of discussion will include: What is downsizing?  Where did all of this stuff come from?  The emotions of downsizing.  How to downsize in three simple steps.  Tips on decluttering.

Handouts to be given: Downsizing Resource Guide and A List of 100 Things You Can Throw Away!

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

 

Air Quality Talk

Wednesday, April 24th at 11:00 a.m.

 

John Monahan from AERUS will be sharing information about air quality in your home.  AERUS is a company that provides home air and water purification systems.

John will be covering the three categories of home air pollution ~ Allergens & Particulates, Infectious Agents, and Toxic Compounds.  He will also be discussing  the possible negative health effects of these pollutants in your home.  Attendees will  be able to receive a FREE air quality inspection for your home (a $149.00 value).

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.