Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/Games – A variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    EAST LYME PLAYERS – Drama Club

    Posted on February 11, 2019 by East Lyme

    Drama Club2The East Lyme Players are looking for people who are interested in exploring the theater experience, whether it be on the stage or back stage. No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome. No memorizing of lines. Rehearsals twice a week on Wednesday mornings at 9am and Thursday afternoons at 1pm. $125pp. Starting on February 21st. Show dates are May 3rd and 4th.

    Please note, joining the drama club does not guarantee an acting role.

    Joyce Beauvais is the Director.

    KRISTEN’S CREATIVE CRAFTS – Tuesday afternoons

    Posted on February 1, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time: 12:45pm

    Tue afternoons in February starting on the 5th

    Weave good ole fashion pot holders. We’ll provide the supplies. You provide the labor.

    Please call to register.

    LOVE LETTERS – Friday, February 15th

    Posted on February 1, 2019 by East Lyme

    Listen to letters in which two people share their hopes, dreams, disappointments, victories and defeats over a 50 year period. A terrific way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
    A Staged Reading directed by Susan Walsh.

    $10 pp – Fri, Feb 15th @ 6:30pm
    Maximum of 60 people so reserve now! Tickets on sale.
    Fundraiser for the Senior Center!!!
    Concessions available to purchase.
    Transportation is available.

    NATIONAL PIZZA DAY- Friday, February 8th

    Posted on February 1, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time: 11:45am

     Join us as we celebrate National Pizza Day with pizza, salad and a drink.

    Fri, February 8th

    $5 Fee

    Registration begins February 1st. Must register by February 6th. Music will be provided by our Guitar Jam Group and Bingo will follow at 1pm.

     

    Reflections – Content by Judy

    Posted on January 31, 2019 by East Lyme

    Time has a way of passing much faster than we realize. I think they – whoever they are – steal time as we sleep. Haven’t you been shocked when you look in the mirror and see how time has passed. Or looked at your children and been surprised how many years have flown by? And it doesn’t seem possible for all those years have gone by. If you close your eyes and look at yourself as you feel you are, you’re much younger than that darn mirror tells you.
    Recently I came across photographer Tom Hussey’s work “Reflections” which shows elderly people looking in the mirror and seeing who they were many years before. A fireman, a nurse, the scholar, the pharmacist, a new mother, a welder.
    “Reflections” was inspired by a World War II veteran who said, “I can’t believe I am going to be 80, I feel like I just came back from the war. I look in the mirror and I see this old guy.”
    It brings to mind that with retirement and age we lose a big part of our identity. As we enter adulthood we are often asked “What do you want to be?”
    But seldom after we retire are, we asked “So what did you used to do?” “Who were you before?”
    We have been a big part of building our towns and cities. We have served in many positions be it elected or volunteer. We have been the scout leaders, the umpire, the coaches, the committee member.
    And for those of us who feel we might be losing our identity lets share the stories of our past, volunteer to teach others, once again become that committee member, volunteer at the local school, senior center or hospital. Continue to be an active part of the community.
    And for those who haven’t reached those later years, the next time you encounter the elders in your community be it at the grocery store, at your place of business or just in passing take a few minutes to find out more about who they are and who they were. You will be surprised just who you are talking to!