Programs

Valentine’s Day Bracelets

When: Tuesday, February 13th Time: 1-3 PM
Where: Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Cost: 2 nonperishable foods for members, 3 nonperishable foods for nonmembers

Love is in the air; join us as we make Valentines Day Gifts! Come create a set of fun and beautiful bracelets for yourself, or to gift someone, just in time for Valentines Day! Please bring scissors and craft glue with you to the program; all other materials will be provided to you. Limited capacity: priority seating goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605 ext. 24

S p r i n g P a p e r R o s e W r e a t h s

When: Wednesday, March 20th Time: 1—3 PM
Where: Old Lyme Town Hall; 52 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Cost: 2 nonperishable foods for members, 3 nonperishable foods for nonmembers

Join us in welcoming spring, with these DIY Spring Paper Rose Wreaths. Instructor Mary will
be here to show us how to make these gorgeous wreaths, just in time for Spring! Limited
capacity: priority goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605, ext. 241!

F l o r a l Lei C r o w n W o r k s h o p

When: Tuesday, April 2nd Time: 1û3 PM
Where: Lyme Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme

Cost: $20 for members, includes materials

In this 2 hour workshop, participants will learn the art and craft of woven floral crowns, lei.
po’o, originating in Hawaii to celebrate the wearer and bask in natural beauty. You will also learn the history of lei, selecting plants and a pattern, and weaving technique. Limited
capacity; priority goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605, ext. 241!

Stop the Bleed will be held on Wednesday, February 28th at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall. Join us in welcoming Doug Lo Presti and Colleen Atkinson, who will be here to teach us how to Stop The Bleed! In this life education class, you will recognize life threatening bleeding and how to intervene effectively. Limited space available; the cost is free for members, 55 years of age or better!

The Life of Amelia Earhart with Mallory Howard will be held on Monday, February 26th at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall. Although her life was cut tragically short, Amelia Earhart was ultimately a triumph in a male dominated field. We will take a dive into her personal life as well as her accomplishments in the air and on the ground. We will also look at the news regarding the latest claims of discovering what truly happened to her after she perished. It is an exciting, interesting, and bittersweet exploration of the famous aviatrix and why she is still revered and remembered today. The cost is free for members, $10 for nonmembers, 55 years of age or better!

Be Red Cross Ready: Emergency and Fire Preparedness will be held on Wednesday,
February 21st at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall. Everyone knows the Red Cross
helps people during emergencies. But you may not know that it’s also part of our
mission to help you help yourself! Becoming “Red Cross Ready” for an emergency
means following our simple steps in advance to ensure you can weather a crisis safely
and comfortably. Being prepared may not prevent a disaster, but it will give you
confidence to meet the challenge! Join us for this life-education class and learn how
to prepare for a variety of circumstances. Limited space available; the cost is free for
members, 55 years of age or better!

Veterans Coffeehouse will be held on Wednesday, February 21st at 9:45 AM @ Saint Ann’s Church.  Meeting the third Wednesday of the month, this program is sponsored by the Old Lyme VFW and the Lymes’ Senior Center. All Veterans are welcome to join us for fellowship, camaraderie, and of course, breakfast refreshments! This program is free for all veterans in the community. Call the Lymes’ Senior Center staff at (860)434-1605 ext. 241 to register or for more information.