Time- 1:00pm
Category: Programs
Wednesday, November 6th- Congressman Joe Courtney coming to speak
Time- 10:00am
He will be here to explain the new bill on drug coverage. H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act, our new bill to finally give Americans a better deal on prescription medication. Sponsored by AARP CT.
IN FOCUS: INSTRUCTOR NANCY BORDEAU
You all may have seen Nancy Bordeau, our Clayworks instructor, in the back hall. She usually has her car pulled up out back delivering ceramics for people to work on. Nancy has been with the Groton Senior Center over 25 years. Nancy is a local from Uncasville where she grew up. How did she become so talented with the art of ceramics? Her mom gets the credit for starting her. In the 1960’s, Nancy’s mom took ceramics classes herself and fell in love with the art enough to start her own business in 1969 in Uncasville. Her mom brought home items for Nancy to paint and that started her passion for the art.
Nancy’s favorite things to do are Halloween items – ghosts and jack o’ lanterns. Nancy explained that ceramics has come a long way from ash trays and simple things. There are new painting techniques, indoor and outdoor pieces, functional items like dishware, platters and bowls. Paint today can be food safe and dishwasher safe also. So if you are looking for a new program to try, come visit Nancy. Her class runs Monday 10- 11:30am and Thursday afternoons 1-3 pm.
Thursday, November 14th- NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PHOTOGRAPHER TODD GIPSTEIN PRESENTS “PICTURE STORIES”
Time- 5:00pm
Award winning National Geographic photographer and producer will share the stories behind several of his photos including moments, people and wildlife.
All are welcome but registration is required. RSVP 860-441-6785.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH- SENIORS CAUTIOUS ABOUT MONEY (SCAM)
Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
for Preventing Financial Exploitation of Older Adults
Why Are You At Risk For Financial Scams
Types of Financial Scams
Protecting Yourself & Steps to Take Against Financial Fraud
Please register—860-441-6785
This is an educational event only—NO financial products will be sold.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd- DECK THE HALLS
Time: 12:15pm
Help us deck our center halls for the holidays! This is YOUR center so let’s gather together to decorate it by putting up decorations & dressing our Christmas trees. A special performance by Fitch High School Choirs and String Orchestra will kick off our festivities. Refreshments provided. Please register. 860-441-6785.
Tuesday, November 19th- Thanksgiving Luncheon
Time: 11:30am
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner menu with friends. Roasted turkey, gravy, herbed bread stuffing, cranberry sauce, mac & cheese, broccoli mix vegetables, rolls, sweet potato pie, and more will make up a hearty meal. Wear you eating pants! Cost: $12 per person.
Register by Friday, Nov 15th. You can reserve a table of 4 or 8 by having all the names and payment when registering.
Tuesday, November 5th- Membership Meeting
Time: 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Tuesday, November 12th- Medicare & You- Understanding Your Medicare Choices
Have questions about Medicare 2020?
with John Pitarra
Time: 11:30am to 1:30pm
ZENTANGLE starts Thursday 10/31 for 8 weeks session
Sign up now for our next session of ZENTANGLE Thursdays 1230 pm to 3 pm; 8 weeks session beginning Oct 31st. $115 per resident
Zentangle is a relaxing way of drawing complex patterns, one step at a time. No artistic ability is needed. We will be creating a number of pieces this semester, including the ornaments shown here. Most projects are done in one session, some of the larger works take 2 classes. Hope you can join us!
