Category: Programs

Come out and Play a Musical Instrument!

Do you play a musical instrument?  Do you think you’d enjoy playing different genres of music from over the years, including Country, Oldies, and Show Tunes?

Rose City Senior Center’s Roseland Combo is looking for additional people to join them in entertaining a variety of groups.  Stop by any Tuesday morning

at 10:15 a.m. to meet with the current band members and see what joining the group is all about.

The group meets weekly on Tuesdays for rehearsal and periodically performs at local area senior housings, nursing homes, etc.  Open to Senior Center Members only. 

Call Hilary with any questions. (860) 889-5960

 

Tai Chi & Qi Gong- Continuing Class

Cost: $85 for 8 week session

Fridays 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.

The Tai Chi & Qi Gong continuing class 8 week session has started!

If you are interested in taking this class, please join by Friday, February 2nd

This class is open to Senior Center Members who have previously taken Tai Chi and familiar with form and movement.  Wondering if this class is for you?  Stop by on February 2nd and check it out!

Class instructed by Diane Chapin

 

AARP Income Tax Assistance

Spots are filling up quickly!  Limited availability!

If you wish to have your taxes done by an AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteer, please call the Senior Center or stop by the reception desk to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are available on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are age 50 and older with low to moderate income.  Tax-Aide volunteers can help with most, but not all, tax returns.  If you have an extremely complicated return, Tax-Aide may not be able to help.

Do not wait, appointments are almost fully booked!  Call (860) 889-5960 

For more information on AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, Visit: taxaide.aarpfoundation.org

 

Ask Kate Anything!

Thursday, February 15th from 11:00-11:45am

 

Meet Norwich Human Services Director, Kate Milde

Kate wants to chat with you!  She values your feedback, suggestions, and ideas for how to enhance and continue the services offered by Norwich Human Services.

 

Lunchtime Valentine’s Day Music

Wednesday, February 14th at 11:45am 

 

Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day! 

Valentine’s inspired music will be performed by Richard Tarryk during TVCCA lunch. 

If you would like to have lunch on this day, stop by the Dining Room between 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and talk to Aaron.  You need to sign up for lunch at least 3 days in advance and paperwork is required to be filled out in order to sign up.  Suggested donation for lunch is $3.00 for seniors 60 and older.

TVCCA February 14th Meal: Crispy Cod Patty, Macaroni & Cheese, Vegetable Mix, Fruit Cup

 

Over The Hill Hiking Group February Hikes

Feb 2 – Hartman Park
Lyme, Moderate
Deb & Barry

Feb 9 – Bluff Point
Groton, Easy
Cindy & Heidi

Feb 16 – Champlain North
Old Lyme, Difficult*
Gail

Feb 23 – Champlain South
Old Lyme, Difficult*
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.

Cork Birds

Thursday, February 15th at 11:00am

 

Let’s think warm thoughts in February by making some sea glass birds
perched on some wine cork pilings. All supplies will be included.
Feel free to bring your own corks or sea glass.

Cost is $15 pp. Registration begins Feb 1st. Register by Feb 13th.

Open Game Day

Every Thursday from 9:00am-12:00pm (except the 3rd Thursday)

 

Games are an essential part of a healthy senior lifestyle. Playing games such as board games, bridge, bingo, and other card games help stimulate the mind and memory functions. Activities that stimulate cognitive reasoning help seniors stay healthy in their mental capacities, lessening to risk for memory loss and confusion. Stop by the Center and join others in playing one of our games or bring your favorite to the Center.

Registration is required.

CT Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

Tuesday, February 6th at 10:00am

 

Governor Ned Lamont and Comptroller Sean Scanlon announced that a prescription drug discount card program is now available, enabling all residents of the state to receive savings on certain prescription drugs. Connecticut residents can sign up to receive savings on certain prescription drugs.

Representative Holly Cheeseman & Comptroller Sean Scanlon will explain how the program works.

Registration is now open. Register by Feb 2nd.

Valentine’s Lunch

Friday, February 3rd at 12:30pm

 

Come join us for a lovely Valentine’s Day luncheon and feel the love in the air.
We will be serving Baked Ziti, Love Salad, Italian Bread and a sweet treat – something chocolate for sure!

Registration begins Feb 1st.
Please register by Feb 16th.

$8pp