Programs

If you wish to have your taxes done, please call the Senior Center starting January 4^th to add your name to the list.  Due to COVID, appointment dates and times TBD.  In person appointments may not be available.  This is a free-of-charge service through AARP.

(860) 889-5960.  Call early, limited appointments available!

It is with a very heavy heart we announce the passing of one of our very own.  On the morning of December 9, 2020, Elizabeth “Betty” Bordeau passed away at her home in the loving care of her two wonderful children, Betsy and Bruce Bordeau.

Betty began her career with the City of Norwich and the Rose City Senior Center on September 6, 1988.  For 14 years she was the full-time Clinical Receptionist until the position was reduced to part-time in July of 2002.  Betty worked part-time from July of 2002 until July of 2009, then volunteered her time as she continued to work tremendously hard to ensure the Senior Center Preventive Health Clinic ran smoothly.  Over the years she was the secretary for Dr. Gerard Kerins, Nurse Practitioner Cynthia L’Heroux, Nurse Nancy Pratviel and some for current Nurse Practitioner, Leonna White.  During this time, she was also in charge of scheduling and other duties that came along with the Senior Center Foot Care Clinics and Dr. Thomas Walter.

In addition to her duties as our Clinic Receptionist, she was “Mrs. Christmas” as far as we were concerned.  For over 25 years, Betty and her late husband William, along with their children Betsy and Bruce and eventually Bruce’s wife Stephanie and their 2 children Evan and Brooke could be seen here many days surrounding Christmas.  On Christmas Day they hosted almost 100 seniors, who may not have had another place to go or people to be with, for a luncheon.  The luncheon consisted of an hour of hors d’oeuvres, followed by a beautiful turkey dinner and then some great games of bingo.  During the program, Santa Claus always made an appearance, bearing gifts for all.

In January of 2003 then Lt. Governor Jodi Rell presented Bill and Betty Bordeau with the CT Treasure’s Award for their outstanding commitment to helping those who are less fortunate.

Many people have many great stories that center around Betty and the majority of them would probably involve some sort of prank or joke.  She had an infectious smile, a wittiness that was unmatched and a genuine care for others that cannot be replaced.

Rest in Peace Betty Bordeau.

You’ll be forever missed and cherished by all you’ve come in contact with.

Medication that is thrown in the trash can be retrieved by others and improperly used or sold and flushing medication can contaminate the water supply.  Dispose of unwanted medications properly to prevent drug misuse and to protect the environment.

Norwich Police Department has a drop box located in their lobby to properly dispose of unused and expired medication.  No questions asked, no ID needed to be shown.  The Drop Box is located in the Norwich Police lobby at 70 Thames Street and is available 24 hours a day for medication drop off.

Drop boxes are a safe and confidential way to dispose of unwanted medication.

Deterra bags are also available which are used to deactivate drugs before disposing them in the trash.  If you would like a Deterra bag to dispose of your medication, contact Mike at the Senior Center.

These virtual presentations are being shared by Fairfield Senior Center,

West Hartford Senior Center, Cromwell Senior Center and Cheshire Senior Center.

• The Strategic Significance of Pearl Harbor Mon., Dec 7^th  10:00a.m.

The Strategic Significance of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor presented by Mark Albertson.

Pre-registration required by emailing BigelowCenter@fairfieldct.org to receive the link.

• Virtual Hanukkah Celebration in 2 Parts Tues., Dec 8^th  1:30p.m. & 2:45p.m.

1:30p.m. Jewish Heroes (and Not So Heroic) presented by Susan and Art Zuckerman.

2:45p.m. Klezmer music by Zev & the East Side Klezmer Ensemble featuring Tami Sherman.

Pre-registration required by emailing Lisa.hanse@westhartfordct.gov to receive the link.

• Virtual Concert – ECH05 – Happy Holidays Wed., Dec 9^th  1:00p.m.

East Coast Hop Orchestra Quintet-Live music streamed from Atria Hamilton Heights.  ECHO is a jazzy act, combining genres of Jazz from the 40’s to today.

Pre-registration required by emailing Lisa.hanse@westhartfordct.gov to receive the link.

• Historical Hartford – Churches & Synagogues Thurs., Dec 10^th  1:00p.m.

Hartford is home to many historic churches & Synagogues. This talk will focus on some of these buildings used by the major denominations. Walk virtually with Dan Sterner through history as you see these buildings with special historical significance.

Pre-registration required by emailing Lisa.hanse@westhartfordct.gov to receive the link

• Virtual Concert – Airborne Jazz Thurs., Dec 11^th  1:00p.m.

Holiday concert by jazz group Airborne Jazz.

Pre-registration required by emailing cromwellseniorcenter41@gmail.com for the link.

• The History of Christmas Mon., Dec 14^th  10:00a.m.

Mark Albertson Presents: The History of Christmas.

Pre-registration required by emailing BigelowCenter@fairfieldct.org to receive the link.

• Virtual Concert – Holiday Concert with Sal Anastasio Mon., Dec 14^th   1:30p.m.

Join us via Zoom for a Holiday concert with Sal Anastasio.

Pre-registration required by emailing lgravel@cheshirect.org or call (203)272-8286.

• Downton Abbey Style Wed., Dec 16^th  1:00p.m.

Influences of Fashion 1912 – 1925 -Today’s program explores the social, technological, and political developments of the early 20th century as reflected in the evolution of women’s and men’s clothing. We will look at some influential designers and other people who impacted what people wore. Questions/discussion encouraged!

Pre-registration required by emailing Lisa.hanse@westhartfordct.gov to receive the link.

• Stories from the Attic: Holiday Edition Wed., Dec 16^th  2:00p.m.

Urban Archeologist Greg Von Antwerp presents beautiful holiday trinkets and decorations he’s unearthed in his travels to estate and tag sales.

Pre-registration required by emailing BigelowCenter@fairfieldct.org to receive the link.

• Reflections on Hanukkah Thurs., Dec 17^th  2:00p.m.

Join Rabbi Barbara Paris, of Jewish Family Service to learn and reflect on Hanukkah.

Pre-registration required by emailing BigelowCenter@fairfieldct.org to receive the link.

A very special thank you to Barbara Althen and Bill Ofsiany for taking great care of our outside garden and removal of the old garden beds.

They also put together 10 new garden beds that should last us the next 10 years.

Thank You!