Category: Programs

Joggin Your Noggin

DAY: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month
TIME: 1:00
FEE: FREE

 

Join us for mentally stimulating and challenging activities! You’ll have fun doing brain teasers, trivia, word power,
categories, giant crossword puzzles, famous phrases, armchair travel and more!

Latin Line Dancing

DAY: Tuesdays, 10 weeks
TIME: 10:30 – 11:30
BEGINS: June 6
FEE: $50
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Winslow

 

This class instructs seniors in various line dance routines in both Latin and Ballroom Style. Latin dances include samba, merengue, rumba, cha cha, salsa, swing and mambo; Ballroom dances includes waltz, foxtrot and tango.
From these various dance styles, routines are learned such as Burlesque, Hello Dolly, Singing in the Rain, Puttin’ on the Ritz, Senorita, Sway and many more. Dance is excellent physical activity for seniors, as well as utilizing the mind in remembering steps/routines and lastly a means of interacting socially with other seniors.

Yoga

DAY: Wednesdays, 10 weeks
TIME: 9:00 – 10:00
BEGINS: June 7
FEE: $50

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DAY: Fridays, 10 weeks
TIME: 9:00 – 10:00
BEGINS: June 9
FEE: $50

INSTRUCTOR: Annie Chapman

Mats, blocks and chairs (for props) are available or bring your own. Anyone can attend regardless of flexibility or injury and modifications are available for every pose. We practice breathing with stretching and breathing with building strength and balance poses. Come to class to recover from injury and illness or simply to improve and enjoy daily life. The movement of yoga asana may increase bone mass. Practicing yoga asana and meditation may
help with anxiety and depression.

Father’s Day Luncheon

Wednesday, June 21st at 12:00pm

 

FEE: $7, RSVP to 860-464-0478

June AARP Programs

AARP Driver Safety – Smart Driver Course

Thursday, June 29th from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (please arrive by 8:45 a.m.)

The AARP Smart Driver™ course, is a classroom based refresher course for drivers age 50 and older.  Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount after showing proof of completing the course.  Consult your auto insurance company on discounts available to you.

Cost: $20 AARP Members (bring your AARP Card)  or  $25 AARP Non-Members

Pay directly to AARP by check or exact cash on the day of the class. 

You must sign up to take the class.  Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.

 

 

AARP Smart DriverTEK

Thursday, June 29th at1:30 p.m. 

Wonder what all those warning lights, beeps and alerts mean when in your vehicle?

Smart DriverTEK is a free, 1½ hour, AARP program which offers a step-by-step guide of how these safety technologies work and how they can benefit drivers through engaging video segments and informative discussion.  As a result of attending this program, you will become more up-to-date on available safety technologies in vehicles and how to use them effectively to help you drive more safely.

You must sign up to attend this program.  Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.

 

Membership Renewal

Yearly Membership runs from July 1st – June 30th

 

You need to be a registered Member of the Senior Center to take part in any activity, class, program or utilize any room in the Senior Center.  This includes using our Hairdresser, Massage Therapy and transportation services.  If you have any questions, please call us (860) 889-5960.

 

In-Town Membership (Norwich Residents) is a suggested $25.00 per year

Out-of-Town Membership is $40.00 per year

Please stop by Reception to update your Membership or call for an application to be mailed to you.

 

Hartford Healthcare Mobile Health Hub

Tuesday, June 6th from 10:00am-2:00pm

 

Hartford HealthCare will be here offering a Mobile Health Hub.  The Health Hub will include:

  • Medical Health Screenings: Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, Urinalysis
  • Lab Tests: Cholesterol, Hepatitis C, Hemoglobin, HIV, A1c, Electrolytes, Liver & Kidney Function
  • Vaccines: Shingles, Hepatitis B, dTap, COVID Booster, Polio, MMR, Meningitis
  • Consultations with Medical Providers, Referrals, Follow-Up Care and Community Resources
  • Urgent Care Needs: Common Cold, Flu, Stomach Aches, Ear Aches

 

Plant Your Own Herb Garden

Monday, June 19th at 1:30pm

 

Cost: $20 (due at sign up)

 

During this class, create your own container Herb Garden to take home and enjoy!  All materials will be supplied.  Garden consultant Jan Mallett will give you tips on what to plant, how to plant, and also provide suggestions on how to use your homegrown herbs.  Limited spots available.

 

Jan Mallett has over 50 years of practical experience growing herbs, vegetables, and flowers.  Jan has attained her Master Gardener certification, and recently earned her certification from Gardenary.  She is working now as a Garden Business Coach in the Greater Norwich area.  www.jan-yourgardenguru.com

 

Last day to sign up and pay: June 9thNo Refunds given after this date.

 

Golden Nuggets Spring Concert

Tuesday, June 20th at 1:30pm

 

The Golden Nuggets Glee Club will be presenting their Spring concert ‘Songs of Broadway and Beyond’. This wonderful choral group consist of very talented Senior Center members who will be performing a selection of well-known Broadway hits!  We hope you join us for their delightful performance.  This event is free.  Cookies and punch will be served.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be joining us!