Friday, April 26th at 3:00 PM
$5.00 donation request
Dinner: Gourmet Chicken Pot Pie
Movie: Cruella w/ Emma Stone
Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend.
Category: Programs
Fridays on the Bus
- April 5th — Victorian Lady, Tea Party
- April 12th —Foxwoods
- April 19th — Health Fair
- April 26th—Lisbon
Tea Party
Friday, April 5th at 1:00pm
Come join us for a delightful Tea Party with an variety of tea cups and
pots w/finger sandwiches and delights while watching the very
entertaining performer Kandie Carle, The Victorian Lady. We have had
the pleasure of having Ms. Carle here often and entertained with many of
her shows. She has added a new show to her repertoire called: Fashion
in Fiction Regency fashion in Jane Austen’s day!
Please call or sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend.
Blood Pressure Screening
Uncas Health will continue to offer free blood pressure screening at the
Preston Senior Center on the second Monday of each month. They will be at the
center on Monday, April 8th from 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. No appointments are
necessary, walk-ins are always welcome. Taking a few minutes out of the day to
have your blood pressure taken could be a life saving measure.
Connecticut Legal Services
Wednesday, April 24th at 1:00 p.m.
Attorney Leah Pollard Schad to explain wills, living wills, health care proxies,
powers of attorney and conservatorships. She will also answer questions
regarding the numerous services that are offered at Connecticut Legal Services.
The senior center will open at 12:30 p.m. Come early as seats are limited.
April TVCCA Congregate Cafe Menu
April 1st: Pesto Chicken, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers & Onions,
Pineapple Tidbits, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
April 8th: American Chop Suey, Diced Carrots, Waxed Beans, Fresh Orange, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
April 15th: Meatballs Marinara, Penne Pasta, Green & Waxed Beans, Mixed Fruit Cup, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
April 22nd: BBQ Pulled Pork w/Bun, Baked Beans, Green & Yellow Squash, Diced Peaches, Beverage
April 29th: Pot Roast w/gravy, Parsley Steamed Potatoes, Corn w/Peppers &
Onions, Diced Pears, Bread, Margarine and Beverage.
As a reminder, reservations must be made by Wednesday of the week prior
to when you wish to attend the program. You can call in your reservation directly
to the senior center at 860-889-0770 on Tuesday or Thursday between the hours
of 12:30 – 4:00 p.m., you can sign-up in person or you can leave a message at the
Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext.6. The suggested donation for persons
60 years of age and older is $3.00 per meal. Persons under the age of 60 are
welcome but a set fee will be imposed. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.
April Food Distribution
I am overjoyed to share with you that we are back in business! Food
distribution will resume during the month of April. Yes, April 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We will be welcoming one and all to the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road, Preston. As you know, we welcome residents and non- residents alike. See you soon! Hooray!
You will also see the return of the Uncas Health Mobile van. The nurses are
always very supportive and willing to address any questions regarding health
issues which need clarification or guidance.
Over the Hill Hiking Group: April Hikes
Apr 5 – Avery Farm
Groton – Easy
Cindy
Apr 12 – Tri Town Forest Preserve East
North Stonington – Difficult
Chuck
Apr 19 – Rocky Neck
Niantic – Easy
Deb & Barry
Apr 26 – The Preserve
Old Saybrook – Moderate
Gail
Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.
Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand.
*The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must
have completed two medium hikes with the group before
enrolling into a difficult hike.
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and
will begin at 9:30 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme
Senior Center at 9:00 A.M.
Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change,
if necessary.
All hikers must register by Wednesday for each hike by
calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch,
insect repellent and sunscreen if desired.
ROMEO Club: Bill’s Seafood in Westbrook
Wednesday, April 24th at 11:00am
So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends.
Men Only!
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Introducing: Zumba Gold Seated
Monday, April 29th at 11:30am
Free Demo Class! Instructor: Monica Bengtson
We can stay seated and still have a Zumba party! Get an effective core, arm and brain workout – you may be surprised how effective seated exercise is.
Registration begins Apr 1st. Register by Apr 22nd.