Category: Programs

Monday, March 8th- Presentation on the Trip to the Shrines of France via Zoom

Shrines of France   September  9 -11 (air)

Paris, Seine River, Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, Notre Dame Cathedral,Sacre-Coeur, Lisieux, Basilica of St. Thérèse, Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres, International Stained Glass Center, Nevers, Paray-le-Monial, Lyon, Bouchon Dinner, Choice on Tour, La Salette, Avignon, Carcassonne, Lourdes     11 Days • 16 Meals included

 VIRTUAL TRIP PRESENTATION  ~ Monday, March 08, 2021 1:30-2:30 PM

One must register to receive the log in information for this presentation.  860-441-6785

 

 

Upcoming Cooking Experience: Fun With Food

Join us for some fun with Sue Beeman, MS, RDN. With a specialty in senior nutrition, she will be  leading a virtual Cooking Experience on Wednesday, March 24th at 1:00pm. The recipes are listed below. If you wish. you can prepare it with her OR just watch the demonstration. These recipes are easy, quick, healthy, and fun! Please RSVP before Tuesday, March 16thby calling (860) 434-4127 ext. 1.  A zoom link will be sent to you after you register.
                        
Salmon Pasta Bake
9 Servings
Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat pasta, 2 medium green onions, finely chopped 1 can (15 oz) salmon, canned in water, drained 1 cup frozen peas, or other frozen veggies of your choice 1 cup plain yogurt, nonfat or low fat 2 tsp dried dill or dried parsley ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated  
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 2. Cook the pasta according to package directions.  Run under cool water to keep noodles from sticking together. 3. In a large bowl, mix salmon, pasta, green onions, peas, yogurt, dill or parsley, salt, and black pepper. 4. Transfer pasta mixture to a 9×9 inch square baking dish. 5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over pasta mixture.  Bake 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
Nutrition Information Serving Size: 3” square
Calories: 170 Total Fat: 4g Saturated Fat: 1g Protein: 18g Sodium: 360mg Carbohydrates: 18g Added Sugar: 0g Fiber: 2g
Dark Chocolate Black Bean Brownies
12 Servings
Ingredients 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup sugar ½ tsp baking powder ¼ cup dark cocoa powder 3 eggs 3 Tbs canola oil 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp instant coffee granules ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
Optional:  1/4 cup chopped walnuts  
Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place parchment paper in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan.  Lightly spray the parchment with cooking spray.  If you do not have parchment paper, spraying the bottom of the pan is     just fine. 2. In a food processor or blender, blend all the ingredients except walnuts and chocolate chips until smooth. 3. Pour batter into baking pan. Top with nuts and chocolate chips. 4. Bake 30-35 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Information Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 150 Total Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 2g Protein: 5g Sodium: 95mg Carbohydrates: 20g Added Sugar: 8g Fiber: 3g

Upcoming Craft Kits

In March, we will be putting together free craft kits for you to make your own Homemade Birdseed Bells. Materials and directions will be included. The materials provided will give you the opportunity to make your own homemade birdseed bells. Kits are limited to 20 people. Please call and sign up if you are interested. Card kits will be available for pickup on Wednesday, March 3rd from 11-2pm. Delivery is available for any homebound members, just let us know when you sign up. Call 860-434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up.

Tue, February 9th at 1pm- Zoom Trip presentation about the Ireland trip

Sep 8-17, 2021 – 10 day Shades of Ireland. 13 meals. Explore Ireland. Depart from NYC. $3629pp double occupancy, $4329pp single occupancy, or $3599pp triple occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp.

Please contact the Senior Center office so we may provide you with the link.

 

Thu, February 18th at 10:30am- LIVE webinar session on Staying On Your Feet On The Ice and Snow

Staying On Your Feet On The Ice and Snow

Thu, February 18th at 10:30am

In this free, LIVE webinar session, join exercise physiologist Evan Gross, to learn techniques for staying

safe in the snow and ice this winter. Q&A with the speaker will follow the presentation.

https://hartfordhealthcare.org/health-wellness/classes-events/conifer-registration