Programs

Tuesdays:  September 17th, November 12th

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The AARP Smart Driver Course (formally Driver’s Safety) is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. It has given millions of older drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads. In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior.

And the best part? There are no tests to pass – just useful information to keep you safe on the road! You may get an insurance discount after taking this course! Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to course graduates! Please consult your insurance agent for more information about discounts available to you.

Cost: $15 AARP Members     $20 AARP Non-Members

Pay by check or cash on the day of the class

Please sign up at Reception starting January 22nd.

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to attend a Presidential function at the White House or what the Family Quarters of the White House look like?

Join us as former White House butler, Alan DeValerio tells about his experience working under three different presidents – Carter, Reagan and Bush.  He’ll give you the inside details about all the preparations involved in White House entertaining, and how it has evolved over the years from FDR to the present.  Not only will he relate his firsthand experiences with history, but he’ll pass on the stories he heard from those who have been taking care of our First Families ever since the Franklin Roosevelt administration!  Alan will also display many of the White House artifacts (menus, programs, Christmas cards, photos) that he has collected over the years.  This is a presentation that you won’t want to miss!

Please sign up at Reception  if you will be attending.

Time: 10:30am

Join us as Norwich native Zachary Lamothe discusses his two books –
Connecticut Lore: Strange, Off Kilter and Full of Surprises and More Connecticut Lore. 
Learn about Connecticut’s haunted history, curious encounters, and forgotten places. Zachary Lamothe’s books take you on fascinating journeys to unique places you can visit such as Branford’s Thimble Islands and the Beckley Furnace in Canann along with interesting stories about the larger-than-life characters in Connecticut’s past such as the legendary strongman Elmer Bitgood of Griswold, the Jewett City vampires and the dead-and-ghostly religious zealot Jemima Wilkinson.
Hailing from Norwich, Connecticut, Zachary Lamothe grew up in a house built in 1752 and from an early age was always intrigued by local lore and history.  Zack studied New England history and folklore at Boston University, attaining a degree in American Studies.  He earned a Master’s Degree in Special Education at Southern Connecticut State University and has taught high school special education and history.  He is a frequent contributor to Norwich Magazine along with other publications.
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.