Category: Programs

Virtual Real Time Tour of the Nile River

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Montville

Tuesday, August 16th from 10:00-11:00am

 

Come join us as we take a trip up the Nile and watch the sun go down. “We will travel by motor boat, taking a trip on the longest river in the world that has so much history sail on it is one on nearly everyone’s bucket list. You will get to see the difference between the East and West Banks of the Nile plus some of the wildlife that lives there.”

​​​​​​​You have the opportunity to ask the tour guide questions—these are “real time” tours and are interactive. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend. Authentic snacks served during the tours.

Virtual Real Time Tour of Canada

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Montville

Wednesday, August 3rd from 3:30-4:30pm

 

A live walking tour of Banff & The Canadian Rockies. “Banff—Canada’s first and most famous national park. Nestled in over 6000 square kilometers of majestic wilderness, the Town of Banff helped to finance the trains which assured Canada’s creation. Every visit will be different according to time, light, wildlife and weather. We discuss the indigenous inhabitants. Geology, wildlife and the ‘need to reside’ permit which restricts Town from growing.”

 

You have the opportunity to ask the tour guide questions—these are “real time”
tours and are interactive. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend. Authentic snacks served during the tours.

Upcoming Lifelong Learning Lectures & Performances. Mark Your Calendar.

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Lyme / Old Lyme

Upcoming Lifelong Learning Lectures & Performances are Free for members ($10 each for non-members)

September 7th at 1:00pm-Transatlantic Airships with the Bow Tie Historian

October 5th at 1:00pm– The Connecticut Witch Trials with the Bow Tie Historian

November 2nd at 1:00pm- The 1964/65 NY World’s Fair with the Bow Tie Historian

November 9th at 1:00pm– Harriet Tubman– A Woman with a Railroad– A one woman show
stage with Abwao Bandele-Asante

January 4th at 1:00pm- The Roaring 20’s with the Bow Tie Historian

January 18th at 1:00pm– The Amistad Story– A one woman show with Abwao Bandele-Asante

February 1st at 1:00pm– Failed Presidential Assassinations with the Bow Tie Historian

March 1st at 1:00pm—The SS United States: Fastest Ship in the World with the Bow Tie Historian

April 5th at 1:00pm– The Sinking of the Titanic with the Bow Tie Historian

Every Smile Counts For Older Adults

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Griswold

Thursday, August 18th from 9:00am-3:00pm

at Jewett City Fire Department

 

Please participate in this 5-minute screening to help the department of Public Health collect oral health information from older adults. This survey helps DPH advocate for better dental services. All participants are entered a raffle to win a gift card. Receive a Free Gift Bag: Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss & more!

Call to sign up! 860-376-2604

 

Farmers Market Voucher Distribution

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Griswold

To be eligible for farmers market vouchers, you must be 60+ or on disability. Call for income guidelines and to register.

 

Fall Flu Clinic Plans

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Preston

We are planning to conduct another Flu & Pneumonia Clinic this fall. Several individuals have questioned whether there will be restrictions due to COVID 19 issues. We are planning to hold our clinic in mid-October. Plans are already in place to hold the event indoors. Should health concerns arise between now and the fall, we will do whatever the health department feels is appropriate for our population. More information with regard to date and time of our clinic including registration information will come. If you have questions, please contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6

News about TVCCA Energy Assistance

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Preston

For individuals interested in applying to TVCCA Energy Assistance this year,there will be a late start in accepting applications. Rather than the start-up day being August 1st, it will be moved to September 1st.

August TVCCA Cafe Menu

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Preston

Our menu for the month of August is as follows:

1 August: Chicken Primavera, Lemon Parmesan Pasta, Zucchini & Yellow Squash,
Pineapple Tidbits, Bread, Margarine and beverage.

8 August: Beef Hot Dog w/Bun, Baked Beans, Corn w/Onions & Peppers, Tropical
Fruit cup, Bread, Margarine and beverage.

15 August: Italian Pork Sausage & Peppers, Penne Pasta w/Marinara, Squash Mix
w/Carrots & String Beans, Fresh Fruit, Bread, Margarine and beverage.

22 August: Whole Grain Fish Sticks, Tater Tots, Broccoli, Peppers & Mushrooms,
Pineapple Tidbits, Bread, Margarine and beverage.

29 August: Chicken Cacciatore, Farfalle Pasta w/Herbs, Mixed Vegetables Medley,
Diced Peaches, Bread, Margarine and beverage.

Our program is open to all seniors who have attained the age of 60 years
and older. Reservations must be made in advance. If interested in participating in
the program, please contact the senior center at 860-889-0770 on Monday (9:00
a.m.– 1:00 p.m.), Tuesday and Thursday (1:00 – 4:00 p.m.). There is a suggested donation of $3.00 per person. You may also leave a message at the Senior Affairs Office by telephoning 860-887-5581 ext. 6. We look forward to hearing from you.

August Food Distribution

Posted on July 30, 2022 by Preston

Friday, August 5th from 10:00-11:00am

 

We have a slight change for the month of September. Rather than holding the distribution on our regular first Friday schedule, we will move the distribution to Friday, September 9th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. We will return to our regular distribution schedule during the month of October.

Hopefully everyone noticed the beautiful refrigerated truck that UC&FS has acquired. The United Community & Family Services staff work extremely hard to ensure that every participant receives generous amounts of non-perishable and perishable items (when available) to help supplement their food budget.