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.

    Summer Stock Pop-Up Theater at McCook’s Park Band Shell

    July 29th thru August 3rd at 6:00pm

    or August 5th & 6th at 6:00pm

     

    Come see Theater Under the Shell Players in A Farce by Philip King – SEE HOW THEY RUN

    Directed by Joyce Beauvais

    Bring your lawn chair, blanket or beach chair

    $20pp donation taken at the show.

    Rotary Club Sponsored Picnic

    Wednesday July 12th at 12:00pm

    at the East Lyme Senior Center

    Ham or Turkey Grinders, Chips, and Dessert

    Registration begins July 3rd. Register by Jul 10th
    $1pp. Money collected will be raffled off!!

    Please specify you grinder choice when registering.

    Dance Party

    Tuesday, July 11th from 1:00-3:00pm

     

    Put on your dancing shoes and join us for a Dance Party with Entertainment by Tom Sansone & Doug Sabino

    Come for the cookies and stay to dance!

    Tom: Vocalist, Tenor Sax and Flute; Doug: Percussion

    ​​​​​​​Registration begins July 3rd. Register by July 10th

    TVCCA Cafe June Menu

    June 1

    Baked Cod w/ Herbs & Tomatoes, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Tropical Fruit Cup


    June 6

    Birthday Celebration, Creamy Chicken Dijon, Herb Roasted Potatoes, Squash Mix w/ Carrots & String Beans, Birthday Treat, Grape Juice

    June 8
    Stuffed Chicken Cordon Bleu, Roasted Garlic Rice, Mixed Vegetables Medley, Mixed Fruit Cup

    June 13

    Italian Pork Sausage & Peppers w/ Mozarella Cheese on Grinder Roll, Green & Waxed Beans, Fresh Fruit

    June 15
    Whole Grain Fish Sticks, Tater Tots, Broccoli, Peppers, & Mushrooms, Pineapple Tidbits

    June 20
    Beef Hot Dog w/ Bun, Baked Beans, Cauliflower, Carrots, & Snap Peas, Applesauce Cup

    June 22
    Cheese Omelet, Home Fries, Squash Mix w/ Carrots & String Beans, Mixed Fruit Cup

    June 27
    Western Omelet, Sweet Potato Tater Tots, Peas & Pearl Onions, Diced Peaches

    June 29
    American Chop Suey, Waxed Beans, Carrot Coins, Fresh Orange

    Over the Hill Hiking Group June Hikes

    June 2 – Moodus Forest, East Haddem, CT

    Easy
    Gail

     

    June 9 – Mamacoke Island, Quaker Hill

    Moderate
    Chuck

     

    June 16 – Walden Preserve, Salem

    Moderate
    Heidi

     

    June 23 – Smuggler’s Rock, Salem

    Moderate
    Jan

     

    June 30 – Champlain South, Old Lyme

    Difficult
    Sarah

     

    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 9:00 A.M.

    Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 8:30 A.M.

    Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.

    All hikers must register for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.

    Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch, insect repellant and sunscreen if desired.