Category: Programs

Norwich Public Works – 50 Clinton Ave.

Saturday, June 15^th from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The Southeastern Connecticut Regional Resource Recovery Authority (SCRRRA) will be at Norwich Public Works in June to collect household hazardous waste and offer confidential paper shredding.

Items that will be collected include: latex & oil paint, stains & varnish, paint thinner, oven cleaner, kerosene, old gasoline, light bulbs, home batteries, insecticides, fungicides, pool chemicals and more!

For a complete list of accepted items, and other collection locations & dates visit:

www.SCRRRA.org

Tuesday, June 4^th at 1:00 p.m.

Meet the Connecticut Chapter team that supports our efforts in Eastern Connecticut!

Join us for this informative, 30-minute presentation given by MaryLou Gannotti of the Alzheimer’s Association, Eastern CT Chapter.  The presentation will cover the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and the resources they provide, followed by a community discussion on how they can better engage and support the local community in the fight to end this disease.

The chapter is also seeking volunteers to be trained to deliver education programming, facilitate support groups, and assist with general outreach.  Together, we can help enhance care for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia in Eastern CT and beyond.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Wednesday, June 19^th at 1:00 p.m.

If you or a loved one has been affected by substance abuse/recovery, please join us. 

These meetings are based on the idea that there are great benefits in bringing individuals together from various pathways of recovery to share and learn from one another. Join Nurse Barbara as she leads this monthly group discussion and gives support.  Meetings are open to any senior in recovery along with seniors who have a loved one struggling with substance abuse or impacted by addiction.

Group meetings will start in June and will meet on the 3^rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Contact Nurse Barbara with any questions (860) 889-8331 x 6416

Friday, June 28^th at  10:00 a.m.

This new monthly group will discuss a different health related topic each month. 

Join Nurse Barbara as she provides helpful information, education, and leads a group discussion on ways to form and maintain Healthy Habits.  Group meets on the last Friday of the month at 10:00 a.m.

► June Topic: Stress Management

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Interested in learning how to play Pickleball?  Now is your chance!

Beginner Pickleball lessons will be available to Senior Center members this Summer! 

You must sign up if you are interested.  Class will be held on the outdoor Pickleball courts.  Paddles available to borrow or bring your own.  Class will tentatively be held on Mondays.  Start date TBD.

Lessons are for those who have never played Pickleball and want to learn the basics of the game. 

Sign up at Reception if interested.  Class size is limited.

Thursdays: June 20^th or October 17^th

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m (please arrive by 10:15 a.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.

Thursdays: August 22^th or October 24^th

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)      $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.

Wednesday, June 26^th at 10:00 a.m.

Sign up starting June 6^th

Bees need water, too!  Not only do bees drink water, but they also use it for various other reasons, including cooling their hives and producing honey.  Senior Center member Beryl Fishbone will be leading this craft class to create a bee-safe outdoor watering station.  All materials will be provided.

This class is free to Senior Center members.  Limited spots are available.

Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Golden Oldies and Favorites

Tuesday, June 18^th at 1:30 p.m.

The Golden Nuggets Glee Club will be presenting their Spring concert It’s My Party! Golden Oldies and Favorites.  They will be performing songs that members of the Golden Nuggets (and their parents!) grew up listening to ~ including a selection of golden oldies and favorite songs (remember that song about Johnny leaving the party with Judy?).  They will also share a patriotic song medley that we’re sure that you will recognize and enjoy!  This concert is sure to bring back memories for many!

This event is free.  Cookies and drinks will be served.

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

3^rd Tuesday of the Month from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  

Noreen Zupnik, Housing Counselor from New London Homeless Hospitality Center – Housing Resource Center will be at Rose City Senior Center the 3^rd Tuesday of every month to answer questions, listen to your concerns, and help with your complaints on your current housing situation.

The goal is to ensure ongoing support to seniors currently in housing and dealing with landlords, management companies or housing authorities.  With limited housing inventory and prices soaring it has become critical that our senior population is experiencing Fairness, Security and Affordability.

Noreen will be here to listen, educate, and help seniors in understanding their tenant rights that will include the how-to of landlord communication including: complaints, lease explanations, letters to landlords and housing commissions to mention a few.

You will not be alone in working through your concerns…

So let’s take the fear away, go forward, and build strength through knowledge and partnership.