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/GamesA 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.

    Tuesdays- ART STUDIO

    Tuesdays 9:30am to 11:30am

    No fee

    No instruction but support and suggestions are always welcome. Watercolor with fellow painters. Bring your own supplies.

    Tai Chi- Tuesdays and Fridays

    Time: 9:00am to 10:00am

    Residents $48.00 for 24 classes – Non-residents $53.00 for 24 classes

    Pass Class

    Tai Chi is a system of exercise based on Chinese Internal Martial Arts. The techniques and practice are circulare in nature, soft, slow and continuous. This class is does Qi Gong (Chinese Health Giving Exercises) and Tai Chi Forms. Sometimes equated to “mediation in motion” Tai Chi practice is not strenuous and promotes calm, fluidity and balance. A chair can be used to assist with balance. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and shoes that will not stick to the wooden floor.

    “FILE OF LIFE” Information w/Niantic Fire Chief John McDonald

    Meet Niantic Fire Chief John McDonald and learn about the

    importance of keeping a “File of Life” card in your home at all times.

    Registration begins January 4th. Event to be held on Wed, January 27th at 11:00am.

     

    Thursday, December 13th – Mocktail Party

    Cocktails

    When: Thursday, December 13th from 5pm-7pm

    Where: East Lyme Senior Center

    Entertainment by Vince Delgaudio starting @ 5:30pm

    Sparkling Drinks (non-alcoholic of course!) & hors d’oevres

    Transportation provided. Registration begins December 3rd

    Holiday Photos taken by the Niantic Lions – be sure to wear your holiday outfit

     

    AARP Sponsored Mature Driver Safety Class

    MATURE DRIVER SAFETY CLASS

    What day:     Wed, December 9th

    What time:    12:30pm -4:30pm

    Where:           East Lyme Public Library

    How:              Registration begins December 1st

     

    Payment by check to AARP

    $15pp for AARP Member

    $20pp for Non-Member