Monday, April 8th from 1:45-4:15pm
Celebrate the total Eclipse with fun indoor and outdoor activities, games, crafts, and presentations FOR ALL AGES!
Presented by The East Lyme Public Library, Stars to Stem Planetarium, East Lyme Parks & Recreation, and the East Lyme Senior Center
*While supplies last free eclipse glass will be available beginning March 18th at the East Lyme Library
Tuesday, April 26th from 10:00-11:00am
Presenters: Chief of Police, Michael Finkelstein and Deputy Emergency Management Director, Julie Wilson
This informative session will provide vital information to help senior residents and their caregivers be prepared for emergencies. Topics will include Millstone Nuclear Power Station sirens and what you need to know in the event of an emergency at Millstone, severe weather preparedness, common scams targeting seniors, how to register for special assistance during an evacuation or power outage, safe disposal of prescription drugs, and how to receive local alerts and emergency information from the Town of East Lyme. Attendees will gain knowledge to enhance their personal safety and stay informed during crisis situations.
You will not want to miss this important presentation!
Registration begins Apr 1st. Register by Apr 12th.
When: Thursdays, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, 2024; 3-4:30 PM
Where: Lyme Library; 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme
Cost: Free for members, $25 for non-members
Mark Lewchik is back to teach us all about fly casting! In this 5-week session, Mark will teach us about
the basics on fly fish casting, with all the tips and tricks
This event will take place on Tuesday, May 7th; 1—3 PM at the Old Lyme Town Hall. The cost: 2 non-perishable food items for members Join us for another round of a fun and fantastic craft class, held by Mary. This month we will be turning your old t-shirts into a no-sew, upcycled Farmer’s Market Bag. Bring several of your worn out t-shirts, a ruler and scissors to class! Make sure to register as soon as possible, as her craft classes fill up quick!
Informative Talks — please register per talk
–Tuesday, April 9 at 10:30 am – Deirdre Ferranti, Visiting Angels Director of Community Relations, will be here to answer your questions on Caregivers. Learn how they are vetted, what their roles and duties can be, and the process of hiring one for your needs. Gather vital information, ask questions and get answers.
–Wednesday, April 10 at 1:00 pm – Hartford Healthcare presents Minimizing Stress and Anxiety with Integrative Medicine. Learn how Integrative Medicine, Yoga, Reiki, Acupuncture, Sound Healing, Massage & more help with stress/anxiety.
–Thursday, April 11 at 10 am – Coffee with a Cop: Casual Convo with Groton Town’s Police Department.
–Wednesday April 24, 2024 1:00 pm – UConn Master Gardener presents “What Bugs You? No, not your husband, not the driver doing 30 in a 50 mph road, not… well, there can be a lot of little things that bug us. And, some of them are real bugs. Before you swat it, spray it, drown it, find out what it is. We’ll cover good bugs, bad bugs, and bugs that are both. Outside, inside, and pollinators or not?”
Thursday, April 18th at 10:00 a.m.
Presentation by Shelia Gavish of Amston Transition Solutions
Join Shelia Gavish from Amston Home Transitions as she shares her expert knowledge on going from “downsizing” to “rightsizing” your home. Learn tips and tricks that will set you up for success and show you that living with less can be an overall positive experience!
Topics of discussion will include: What is downsizing? Where did all of this stuff come from? The emotions of downsizing. How to downsize in three simple steps. Tips on decluttering.
Handouts to be given: Downsizing Resource Guide and A List of 100 Things You Can Throw Away!
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Wednesday, April 24th at 11:00 a.m.
John Monahan from AERUS will be sharing information about air quality in your home. AERUS is a company that provides home air and water purification systems.
John will be covering the three categories of home air pollution ~ Allergens & Particulates, Infectious Agents, and Toxic Compounds. He will also be discussing the possible negative health effects of these pollutants in your home. Attendees will be able to receive a FREE air quality inspection for your home (a $149.00 value).
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Wednesday, April 24th from 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
A community health worker from Generations Family Health Center will be at the Senior Center to discuss the health care services they offer. Generations offers access to
Primary Care (Medical, Dental and Behavioral Health) and is currently accepting new patients of all ages. Generations also offers assistance with insurance applications, a Sliding Fee Scale available, assistance with linkages to financial benefits, and can help you to afford your prescriptions.
Drop-in between 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. to discuss your heath care needs. Appointment not needed.
Generations Family Health Center is located at 330 Washington Street, Norwich.
Thursday, April 25th from 9:00am-1:00pm
(please arrive by 8:45am)
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.
Starting May 7th
Tuesdays 9:00 a.m.
Pilates Instructor: Lisa Weir
Based on Joseph Pilates’ mat-work exercises, this Pilates class is designed to strengthen the core, abdominals, back, shoulders and hips with total mind & body core conditioning.
Carefully designed postures implement Joseph Pilates’ technique to improve strength, flexibility and muscle tone while using isometric resistance, rhythm and visualization techniques. Pilates develops control and endurance in the whole human body.
This class is a floor based exercise class. Bring a Yoga or Pilates mat with you.
