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.

    Hearing Clinic

    Thursday, September 1st from 11:00am-1:00pm

     

    with Audiology Concierge Nancy Jablonski

    45 minute appointments start at 11am. Free hearing test, a hearing aid check, wax inspection, and listening demos. Register with the Senior Center

    Acting & Scene Class with Joyce Beauvais

    Thursdays from 12:00-2:30pm

    September 15th – October 20th

    with a workshop presentation on October 24th

     

    Learn a new skill. Meet new people who love theater. Fun, friendships, and fascinating! Learn the techniques of acting applied to scenes.

    No memorizing

    $80 per person
    Registration begins September 1st

    Annual Lions Clun Sponsored Dinner

    Thursday, September 29th at 6:00pm

     

    Lemon Chicken Piccata with Capers, Rice & Orzo Pilau, Roasted Broccoli with Garlic & Parm, Green Salad with Italian Dressing
    Dessert: Apple Pie a la Mode

    $2.00 per person to be raffled off during dinner.

    Registration begins Sep 1st. Register by Sep 22nd.

    Lunch & Learn: Historical Society

    Wednesday, September 21st at 12:30pm

     

    From the Lee House to the Fire House, a talk by the Town Historian, Elizabeth Hall Kuchta. 108 years after saving the Thomas Lee House from demolition, the Historical Society and the Library will now turn the old Flanders Fire House into the East Lyme History Center, to house archives and exhibits. Come hear about the plans and share ideas of what you would like to see.

    Cost is $2 per person. Registration begins September 1st. Register by September 16th

    8th Annual End of Summer Picnic

    Friday, September 9th at 1:00pm

    at McCook Point Park

     

    $10 per person

    Registration begins September 1st

     

    Musical entertainment!

    Roast Pork, Baked Mac & Cheese, Garlicky Green Beans, Potato Salad, Applesauce, and Dessert