Craft Kits- Painted Kindness Rocks
Have you ever stumbled upon a colorful, hand-painted rock that has been painted in bright colors or has an uplifting message written on it? You may have just found a kindness rock! Rock painting or rock art is a trend that has picked up popularity in recent years. Whether you’re an artist who is looking for a new art project or
someone who wants to share a positive message with others, painting rocks might be for you.~This painted rock, sometimes called a kindness stone, is simply a rock that someone has decorated with an inspirational message. They can be any size or shape, as big or small as you like! The point of this stone painting is to sprinkle positivity around your community. Once you create one, the idea is to leave it somewhere for another person to find and enjoy. As we all know, sometimes a simple message of love and compassion can spark joy and brighten someone’s entire day.~If you would like to paint some rocks with us, we will be handing out craft kit materials, including rocks, on Wednesday, April 7th between 11-2pm for all that register. Limited to 30 kits, please call (860)434-4127 to register. Free of charge and open to all members.
March Newsletter
Senior Center Closed Until Further Notice
The Lyme’s Senior Center will be closed until further notice as of Tuesday 3/17/20. Only Cafe Lunch and Nursing Services will take place on Monday 3/16/20. The town nurse will still remain open at this site M-F 11:15am-1:15pm. Those normally eating lunch here will be able to order a lunch “to go” through the Estuary Senior Center in Old Saybrook by calling (860)388-1611 x 216 before 11:00am on the Monday before the week. Those wishing to use this service can pick it up at The Lymes’ Senior Center’s KITCHEN DOOR on TUESDAY’S between 11:30-12:30pm. One reservation will provide 5 frozen meals.
During this time the Center will continue to coordinate with Emergency Management, Town Officials, Health Dept etc. and will be in contact with other Senior Centers to figure out the best time to go back to “business as usual.”
If you have any questions, please call the Senior Center at (860) 434-1605 ext. 240.
Best regards,
Stephanie Gould, Lymes’ Senior Center Director
26 Town Woods Road Old Lyme
(860)434-1605 ext. 240
Upcoming Cooking Experience: Fun With Food
Join us for some fun with Sue Beeman, MS, RDN. With a specialty in senior nutrition, she will be leading a virtual Cooking Experience on Wednesday, March 24th at 1:00pm. The recipes are listed below. If you wish. you can prepare it with her OR just watch the demonstration. These recipes are easy, quick, healthy, and fun! Please RSVP before Tuesday, March 16thby calling (860) 434-4127 ext. 1. A zoom link will be sent to you after you register.
Salmon Pasta Bake
9 Servings
Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat pasta, 2 medium green onions, finely chopped 1 can (15 oz) salmon, canned in water, drained 1 cup frozen peas, or other frozen veggies of your choice 1 cup plain yogurt, nonfat or low fat 2 tsp dried dill or dried parsley ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 2. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Run under cool water to keep noodles from sticking together. 3. In a large bowl, mix salmon, pasta, green onions, peas, yogurt, dill or parsley, salt, and black pepper. 4. Transfer pasta mixture to a 9×9 inch square baking dish. 5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over pasta mixture. Bake 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
Nutrition Information Serving Size: 3” square
Calories: 170 Total Fat: 4g Saturated Fat: 1g Protein: 18g Sodium: 360mg Carbohydrates: 18g Added Sugar: 0g Fiber: 2g
Dark Chocolate Black Bean Brownies
12 Servings
Ingredients 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup sugar ½ tsp baking powder ¼ cup dark cocoa powder 3 eggs 3 Tbs canola oil 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp instant coffee granules ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place parchment paper in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan. Lightly spray the parchment with cooking spray. If you do not have parchment paper, spraying the bottom of the pan is just fine. 2. In a food processor or blender, blend all the ingredients except walnuts and chocolate chips until smooth. 3. Pour batter into baking pan. Top with nuts and chocolate chips. 4. Bake 30-35 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Information Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 150 Total Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 2g Protein: 5g Sodium: 95mg Carbohydrates: 20g Added Sugar: 8g Fiber: 3g
Upcoming Craft Kits
In March, we will be putting together free craft kits for you to make your own Homemade Birdseed Bells. Materials and directions will be included. The materials provided will give you the opportunity to make your own homemade birdseed bells. Kits are limited to 20 people. Please call and sign up if you are interested. Card kits will be available for pickup on Wednesday, March 3rd from 11-2pm. Delivery is available for any homebound members, just let us know when you sign up. Call 860-434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up.
