senior centerseniorcenter1.townofmanchester.org › newseniorcenter › ... › file › 19… ·...

Meet the Candidates

Thursday, October 17 th at 1:00pm in the Senior Center Auditorium

All candidates on the November Municipal

Election Ballot have been invited to attend

The candidates will speak a little about

themselves and explain why they are running

for Board of Directors Each candidate will make a brief presentation There will be a question and answer session

following the presentations

Refreshments will be served following the program

Please call 860-647-3211 to REGISTER

Eileen Faust, Director

O C T O B E R 2019 N E W S L E T T E R

City of Manchester

Department of Human Services

www.townofmanchesterct.org Senior Center

- 2 -

Manchester Senior Center

549 Middle Turnpike East

Manchester, CT 06040

Open: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Ph: 860-647-3211 Fax: 860-647-3240

We are handicap accessible

S T A F F :

Eileen Faust

Senior Center Director

Missy Rankin

Recreation Supervisor

Kathy Nohmy

Sr. Administrative Secretary

Amy Judd

FT Clerical Assistant

Adrian “AJ” Jackson

Custodian/Bus Driver

Bob Mazzoni

Rick Bosco

PT Bus Drivers

Amber Litwinko

Debbie Keehner

PT Kitchen Assistants

Elizabeth Smith Therapeutic Program Assistant

Zenaida Reckert Program Assistant

Kitty Dudley

Social Worker

Cathy Drouin

Health Department Nurse

CONTACT INFORMATION

For the Director, Social Workers, Sr. Advisory

Committee or General Information 860-647-3211

For Senior, Adult and Family Services 860-647-3096

For the Health Department – 860-647-3173

For Silk City Travelers, Missy Rankin

860-647-3210

SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE

DONNA WILSON – Chair MAELENE WILLIAMS – Co-Chair

KARL REICHELT – Secretary MARILYN LANDON – Treasurer

MEMBERS : Barbara Armentano, Grace Carlson, Lee McCray, Marie Munson,

Toni Sterne

-- 3 --

CARD RENEWAL / MEMBERSHIP RENWALS

YOU DO NOT NEED TO RENEW NOW UNTIL JANUARY 2020!

The Town is going to be upgrading our membership software. There will be a few one-time changes here at the Senior Center.

The most important thing to know right now is that the Senior Center New Membership Year will now go from January 1, 2020 until December 31, 2020, instead of September to August.


We are extending all current memberships until December 31, 2019. We will do a MEMBERSHIP DRIVE in January 2020.

For newcomers who need to get a “first time” membership they can get one now or wait. BUT, if you are a new member and registering for the Senior Center Fall/Winter programs on September 4, 2019 @ 9am, YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE a $10 Senior Center Membership in order to register and participate in this session (Sept-Dec).

Your current membership is good until December 31, 2019 and you do not need to renew until January 2020. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us 860-647-3211 or ask at the Front Office. Please note: ***You must sign up for all Senior Center activities/programs/classes (3x) three times a year , even if there is no fee required. Your name will not show on an attendance sheet unless you have signed up during each of the (3) three annual registration periods . Registrations/classes/activities/programs are scheduled by season: 1. Fall 2. Winter/Spring and 3. Summer. The (3) registration dates for these seasons at the Senior Center are usually in 1. July/August 2. December and 3. Ap ril . Look for specific registration dates in the monthly newsletter, on our website www.townofmanchester.org, and/or in the Journal Inquirer. You must register each season (three times per year) even if you part icipate in an activity year round. Thank you!

-- 4 --

H E A L T H S E R V I C E S Blood Pressure – Drop In Cathy Drouin, RN, BSN, Sr Ctr Nurse Wed, Oct 02, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Wed, Oct 09, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Wed, Oct 16, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Wed, Oct 23, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Wed, Oct 30, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon If you have any questions, please contact the Health Department at 860-647-3173 or go online at http://health.townofmanchester.org

*Foot Care–Appointment Only Friday, Oct 4 th & Oct 18 th The cost of foot care is now $29 due to substantial increases in insurance and supply costs as well as maintaining a professional nursing staff. As always, if anyone has a problem with the increase we will adjust accordingly. This is a valuable service we offer, so give the Health Department a call at 860-647-3173 and make that important appointment today! This service is not billed to Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance. THIS CLINIC IS NOT FOR DIABETICS. If you have diabetes, diabetic neuropathy and loss of protection in your foot, MEDICARE PART B covers One (1) diabetic foot exam every SIX (6) months by a Podiatrist.

There are Two Types of Flu Shots to Choose: Which One Should You Get? According to infectious disease expert Amesh A. Adalja, MD, senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security “Most places are going to be primarily stocking the quadrivalent and this is a good vaccine because it covers against more strains.” However, there is one big exception: The CDC recommends that people who are 65 and older get what’s called a high-dose influenza vaccine — which is another name for a tri valent vaccine. “Because of the way it’s formulated, it only has three strains,” Adalja says, explaining that with only three strains in the formula, you can make the doses a bit higher than with four. “It’s kind of a tradeoff: You’re getting the benefit of a higher dose against some of the more dangerous strains. In a high dose, there’s only so much you can pack into a vaccine.” Chronic Pain Self-Management Workshop FREE Chronic Pain Self-Management Program in the BINGO RM from 1:00-3:30pm , starting October 8 th and running through November 19 th. Barbara Womer, MS, Community Health Educator from North Central Area Agency on Aging will lead this 6-week workshop that helps people with chronic pain better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. This program gives people the confidence and the motivation they need to manage the challenges of living with chronic pain. All participants receive the Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Course book, the Chronic Pain Workbook and the Moving Easy Program CD. Pre-registration is required and class size is limi ted. Call the Manchester Health Department at (860)647-3173 to RE GISTER. Know the 10 Signs The Manchester Health Department is hosting “ Know the 10 Signs ” - Early Detection Matters” on Wednesday, October 9 th from 6:30-8:00pm at the Whiton Library located at 100 North Main Street, Manchester. This interactive workshop is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. Please call (860) 643-0821 to REGISTER.

-- 5 --

H E A L T H S E R V I C E S

Are YOU concerned about YOUR blood sugar? (Know YOU need to make some CHANGES?)…We can help…come learn how you can stop diabetes through lifestyle changes leading to weight loss, increased physical activity and stress management.

WHEN: Tues Oct 8th @ 11am at MANCHESTER MEM HOSP, Diabetes Ed, Flr 2 Tues Oct 15th @ 11am at MANCHESTER SENIOR CENTER , Bingo Rm

Please CALL: 860-647-6824 to LEARN more and to REGISTER for this FREE program!

All Things Pumpkin Pumpkin spice season can’t be every season, as much as you would like it to be. Some pumpkin spice products are no more than limited-edition gimmicks to get you to buy unhealthy food. Before you pile your shopping cart high with of all the ridiculously delish releases you should learn what is healthy and what is not. These fall finds may taste as amazing as they smell, but their effect on your body will be just the opposite if you indulge too often. On Wednesday, October 16, from 10-11am in the BINGO RM Sarabeth Campanelli, registered dietician and nutritionist from ShopRite will discuss some of the worst pumpkin spice products and some of the healthiest products. This presentation will include a cooking demonstration and sampling of fall energy bites and other products from ShopRite. Please call the Manchester Health Department to REG ISTER at (860)647-3173. Get Your Plate in Shape This program is being held on Thursday, October 17, from 11:30 to 12:30 in the Co mmunity Room at Orford Village Commons, located at 370 West Street , Manchester. The Manchester Health Department and Orford Village Commons are hosting a free nutrition class presented by UCONN nutrition students. Learn how to boost your nutrition at meal time based on the latest guidelines for older adults. Everyone who attends will receive a gift from UCo nn SNAP-ED and taste a delicious and nutritious recipe . Please call the Manchester Health Department to REGISTER at (860) 647-3173.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Throughout October, the Manchester Health Department promotes breast cancer awareness by giving out a free reusable grocery bag with educational information at Customer Service and the Senior Center. In addition: Nancy K. Pilver Awareness Wreaths will be displayed at the Town Hall, Community Y, Senior Center and the Mary Cheney Library. A “Hugs and Kisses to Conquer Cancer” quilt created by Manchester Seniors is also on display at the Town Hall. The Health Department hosts Hartford Hospital’s Take the Time Digital Mobile Mammography at the Community Y (78 North Main Street) on October 22 and Breast Cancer Research Stamps are available to purchase at Customer Service at the Town Hall.

-- 6 --

H E A L T H S E R V I C E S

Mobile Mammography Van The Manchester Health Department in conjunction with Hartford Hospitals Partnership for Breast Care, is hosting the “Take the Time” Digital Mammography Van on October 22, 2019 at North Main Street, across from the Community Y. Screening mammogram will be offered to women age 40 and over who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months. Appointment will be available from 9:00a.m.–2:00p.m . Space is limited and registration is required. Donated funds are available to pay for the cost of the mammogram if you are underinsured or do not have insurance. Please call the Manchester Health Department at (860) 647-3173 for more information and to schedule an appointment. Diabetes Prevention Program FREE ECHN Diabetes Prevention Program in the BINGO RM starting October 22 nd from 11:00am-12:00noon. This program is free to Manchester and surrounding town residents. Participants will learn the skills to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress. They will receive support from a Lifestyle coach and bond with others sharing the same struggles. This is a 12-week program of classes . This program is designed for pre-diabetics. You may be eligible for this program if you are 18 years or older with a BMI ≥ 25 (Asian individuals BMI ≥22) and have not been diagnosed with diabetes. Criteria include an HbA1c between 5.7 - 6.4%, fasting glucose of 100-125mg/dl, a 2-hour glucose of 140-199 during a glucose tolerance test and or a previous diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes. Please call the Manchester Health Department at (86 0) 647- 3173 to REGISTER early as class size is limited . Remaining Independent: Home Safety Modifications This work shop will take place on October 29 at the Manchester Senior Center from 10:00-11:00am . ECHN Occupational Therapist, Adam Parsons OTR/L, will be presenting a program on Home Safety Modifications. This program will provide specific changes and modifications to all rooms in the home to prevent falls or accidents, review available adaptive equipment for the bathroom and activities of daily living, and discuss safety related to meal management. Please call the Manchester Health Department at 860-647-3173 to REGISTER. Take Charge: Managing Your Diabetes and Eating Well The workshop will take place on Wednesdays: October 30, November 6, 13, 20 and Dece mber 4 (Supermarket Tour), from 6:30-8:00pm at Work Space, 903 Main Street, Manchester . This workshop is for persons with diabetes who are newly diagnosed or simply need a refresher on managing their diabetes. Topics covered include: meal planning and holiday food choices, label reading, glucose monitoring and target blood glucose levels, medications, exercising safely, a supermarket tour and more! The sessions are interactive, so bring your questions! Join Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, Paula Kellogg Leibovitz and REGISTER today by calling the Manchester Health Department at (860)647-3173.

-- 7 --

SOCIAL WORK SERVICES

SAVE THE DATE!!!!

Medicare Workshop

Tuesday October 8, 2019

10AM-12PM

Come hear about the changes for Medicare for 2020

Kathy Ruane, Independent Insurance Agent will be here to discuss the upcoming changes.

Refreshments will be served

Sign up at the Front Desk or call 860-647-3211 to register.

NO FEE! – COMMUNITY PET WELLNESS CLINIC for senior 65+

Wednesday, October 23rd

& Wednesday, November 20th

Clinic runs 12:30pm – 4:00pm

Located at the SENIOR, ADULT & FAMILY SERVICES OFFICE

479 Main Street, Manchester, CT

EACH FAMILY IS LIMITED TO TWO (2) PETS

ALL DOGS MUST BE LEASHED. ALL CAT MUST BE IN CARRIERS

We reserve the right to refuse SICK, PREGNANT, or AGGRESSIVE pets

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

Please call 860-594-4500 X6308 to schedule you pet(s)

Wellness Exams, Rabies Vaccinations, Heartworm Testing, Flea/Tick Preventatives,

Distemper/Parvo Vaccinations, Dewormer, Nail Trims

-- 8 --

P R O G R A M N O T E S

AARP Drivers Safety Program (card rm) If you have any questions about the information outlined, you are encouraged to contact a volunteer in your area or contact 1-800-569-1658 or [email protected] . Classes are scheduled for October 31st, November 21 st, and December 19th . You may SAVE at least 5% on your Auto Insurance. The class is limited to 25 participants. Class time begins at 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (Feel free to bring a coffee or tea and a snack with you. There is a break around 11a.m.) AARP does not accept walk-ins the day of the class. You may sign up at the Front Desk in person to REGISTER. $15.00 for AARP members or $20.00 non-AARP members. Payments made by Check only, made payable to AARP .

Adult Coloring Have you been looking for a new way to relax? Reduce stress or anxiety? Improve your sleep or focus? If you answered yes to any of these questions join us on Thursday , October 10 as Jennifer Bartlett from the Manchester Public Library hosts an adult coloring seminar at the senior center. The program takes place in the Bingo room from 1:00PM – 3:00PM . Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation with fellow senior center members. It is okay if you cannot stay for the entire two hours, come for what you are able to. Call or visit the front office to REGISTER, 860-647-3211.

Advisory Committee Meeting YOUR Advisory Committee will be meeting on Friday, Oct 4 th & Nov 1 st at 9:00 a.m . in the Library to discuss issues of concern to members! Attending meetings is your chance to see the committee in action and to let them know that you support them 100%. All Senior Center and New Members are encouraged to attend. American Mahjong! New Activity! On Friday afternoons from 12:30-3:30PM , American Mahjong will be played in the Craft Room. Registration is required and can be made in the front office at any time. If you don’t already have one, a 2018/2019 membership is also required to participate in this Fall/Winter session.

Biking FALL Schedule Mondays 1:00-3:30pm Rides vary from 10-15 miles, paved or hard-pack surface with flat/gentle hills, relaxed, stopping for water breaks/things of interest. Please wear a helmet for head protection. Farther locations could run until 4-4:30pm. Plan accordingly. You’ll be notified by e-mail the day before a ride should there by inclement weather and the ride will be rescheduled to Monday of the next week.

10/7 – Hop River Trail – Bolton/Steel’s Crossing Rd towards Willimantic – Rt 44E to Rt 6E, at split go 2.5 miles to Steele’s Crossing Rd, take a right, access tail parking lot on the right.

10/21 – Farmington Canal Trail South section – Cheshire South towards Hamden – 84W to Exit 27 Rt 691, Exit 3, South on Rt 10/Highland Ave, right on Cornwall Ave, proceed to trailhead and adjacent parking.

-- 9 --

P R O G R A M N O T E S BIRTHDAY Lunch We will be celebrating all October Birthdays on Wednesday, October 30th at 12:00 Noon in the cafeteria with cake. Join us on the LAST WEDNESDAY of every month to celebrate birthdays for that month! Book Group The Book Group will meet on Tuesday, Oct 15 th at 10:30 in the Library . “Cat’s Table” by Michael Ondaatje . As the narrative moves between the decks and holds of the ship and the boy’s adult years, it tells a spellbinding story—by turns poignant and electrifying—about the magical, often forbidden discoveries of childhood and a lifelong journey that begins unexpectedly with a spectacular sea voyage. Tuesday, Nov 19 th at 10:30 in the Library. “Lost Along the Way” by Erin Duffy. Book Talk Please join as on Friday, October 4 th at 11 a.m. in the Card Room to meet local author Ron Kane, author of Crows and Sparrows a book loosely based on true events in the late 1970's, "Of Crows and Sparrows" will throw you into a world of political intrigue, mystery, murder and high crimes. Many of the incidents were lifted from front page stories that took place in the highly energized world of politics that impacts the lives of over six million people a day in NYC. Mr. Kane a former White House employee, race car driver, and New York City Transit Police spokesperson will talk about how his career in the public sector shaped his book and how you are never too old to start a new project. Please call the front office (860-647-3211) to REGI STER. Computer Room The Computer Lab open from 8:30a.m. – 4:15pm ( hours are subject to change). Jim Lessard may be available as a courtesy to answer your questions in the computer room Monday and Thursday (9:00 – 11:00a.m.) Board Game Fun! The Manchester Public Library and Manchester Senior Center present Senior Board Game Day! On Thursday, October 24 join board game guru Jenn to play some classic board games like Yahtzee and Scrabble . New board games will be available too, and instruction will be provided. This event will take place at the Manchester Public Library located at 586 Main Street , from 1:00–3:00pm . Please call the library to REGISTER by calling 860-645-0821. Digital Photography Meets Mondays from 9:30am-11:30am . Members watch videos about photography and take field trips on their own to places like Valley Falls Park and Wickham Park in Vernon, Center Springs Park, Case Mountain and Charter Oak Park in Manchester and Elizabeth Park in Hartford. Members featured photos are on the bulletin board, main level past the elevator. Please take a look! Sign up at the Front Desk if you are interested in joining. No fee for the class but a $10 membership for 2018/2019 is required.

-- 10 --

P R O G R A M N O T E S

Halloween Party Join us on Thursday , October 31 st for a Spooktacular Halloween Party . Appetizers will be served beginning at 11:30 AM , followed by a delicious MACC lunch and a special Halloween dessert. After lunch enjoy a fun game of Halloween BINGO where we will be playing for special prizes! Cost: suggested lunch donation of $2.50. A Prize will be awarded for BEST COSTUME, and anyone who wears a costume will get an extra bingo card. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate with us, sign up in the office or by calling 860-647-3211, today!

Hiking Schedule – Thursdays TIMES: A) 1 to 3 PM – Local areas B) 12:30 to 3:30 PM – More distant areas/Carpooling **Note: Carpooling will be from the Big Y parking lot (B1) or from the parking lot on the corner of Oak and Cottage St in downtown Manchester (B2). 10/10 – Whittaker Woods, Somers – B1 10/24 – Botti Farm, Manchester – A 11/7 – Hockanum Linear Park, Vernon – A

11/21 – Gay City State Park, Hebron – B2 12/5 – Oakland Trail, Manchester/Vernon – A 12/19 – Evergreen Walk, South Windsor - A

WHAT: Please join us for an: ALL ABILITIES COMMUNITY OUTING including a 17 mi or 28.5 mi bike route!

WHEN: Sunday, October 13, 2019

WHERE: Charter Oak Park, Manchester, CT

TIME: Registration @ 9:15am

Bike Send-Off @ 10:30am

COST: FREE

Rest Stops & Shuttle Pick-Ups:

Wickham Park, Church Street, Center Springs Park (rest stop only) & Bolton Notch

-- 11 --

P R O G R A M N O T E S Memory to Memoirs Do you ever have the urge to write down family memories and significant events in your life for your children or grandchildren? You can join the Memory to Memoir classes in the CARD ROOM. Learn where to start on your story, how to get organized and keep going until you finish. No previous writing experience is required. New session: Wed, Oct 2 nd to Nov 20 th. Morning class is from 10:30am to 12:00 noon , and afternoon class is from 12:30pm to 2:00pm . Cost: $5.00 per session .

Movies and Popcorn Join us on the 2 nd Tuesday of every month in the LIBRARY to enjoy a m ovie and popcorn . Tues, Oct 8th @ 1:00pm – Rocketman: This one-of-a-kind musical biopic embarks on the spectacular journey of Elton John in his rise to fame. With incredible performances of Elton’s most beloved songs, discover how a small-town boy became one of the most iconic figures in rock & roll. Rated R. Please call or stop by the FRONT DESK TO REGISTER AHEAD OF TIME and let us know if you will need a 3:00pm bus ride home or not. Newcomers Meeting The next Newcomer’s meeting, open to those 60+ and Members will be held on Wednesday, Oct 16th at 11:00 a.m. in the Library . New members will receive introductions to our programs and tour our facility. You must REGISTER with the front office by calling (860) 647-3211 ahead of time so we may properly prepare for your visit. If you would like to have lunch with us, please register for lunch on Monday, Sept 16 th or Tues, Sept 17 th by 12:00 Noon . We look forward to your visit!

Red Hat Society Monthly meeting held on Tues, Oct 1 st at 1:00 pm . New members always WELCOME! Bring a friend. If you’re interested in joining the Royal Scarlet Gadabouts Red Hat Chapter, please contact Queen Maelene Williams at (860) 644-1747. CRT’s RSVP is seeking Volunteers Age 55+ Volunteer for just one (1) hours per week when needed! The Community Renewal Team’s Retired Senior Volunteer Program is now seeking volunteers age 55+ to serve in our signature program, READs, for the 2019-20 school year as substitutes. Our volunteers are partnered with students in local elementary schools, providing reading guidance for one (1) hour per week from October-May . Volunteers are on an email/call list if someone is unable to make their one (1) hour/wk commitment. Choose to volunteer today and make a difference! Contact Theresa Strong, RSVP Manager of the Community Renewal Team to become an RSVP READs Volunteer or email Theresa at [email protected] or call Theresa at 860-519-3484. We look forward to hearing from you. Travel Committee Meeting Join us on Thurs, October 10 th @ 11:00am in the Card Rm . Please call the front office at 860-647-3211 to SIGN UP , Everyone is welcome.

-- 12 --

IN THE LOOP

1. Manchester Matters E-mail Stay informed about the Town of Manchester, by receiving periodic emails.

Residents and those who work in town can sign up online at www.townofmanchester.org or call 860-647-5235.

2. Foodshare If you are interested in participating as a single volunteer, with your family or

as part of a service group project, please contact Krista Ostaszewski at Foodshare: 860-286-9999 ext. 104 or e-mail: [email protected].

3. S.eniors H.elp O.ur P.antry Our MACC contribution box is located in the Senior Center Lobby as you enter

the building. With everyone’s help we can keep our MACC box full. To make a monetary contribution to MACC, you can pick up a donation form from the front office and send a check directly to MACC indicating our S.H.O.P. program. The address is 466 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040 .

4. MACC Food Pantry – Donations Monetary Donations to the food pantry can be mailed to P.O. Box 3804,

Manchester, Ct 06045-3804. Food Donations can be dropped off at Manchester Area Conference of Churches, 856 Main St. 9-5pm M-TH, Fri 9-2pm, Saturday @ Kitchen 9-2pm . Special arrangements for food donations can be arranged by calling 860-647-0800 or Beth Stafford, Executive Director/CEO at 860-647-8003 X17. Please visit www.maccct.org. Items needed for the food pantry at this time: Ketchup, Mayo, Pasta Sause, Pasta, Cereal, Oatmeal, Grape Jelly, Tuna, Chef Boyardee, Beef Stew, Red Kidney Beans, and Chicken Noodle/Cream Soups.

5. Support our Troops & Honor our Veterans! Please take a moment to express your gratitude and thank a soldier. Further

details are available online at http://uwc.211ct.org/u-s-troops-how-to-support/ . Small, individual donations can be dropped off at Town Hall Customer Service & Information Center, 41 Center Street, 860-647-5235.

-- 13 --

Silk City Travelers

PREVIOUSLY ADVERTISED TRIPS – REGISTER

Cranberry Bog Tour

A.D. Makepeace Company is the world’s largest

cranberry grower! Enjoy a guided tour of the

Cranberry Bog as you learn about harvesting and

gain some insight on being a cranberry farmer.

Lunch will be at Lindsey’s Family Restaurant,

known for their hearty New England fare and

seafood. Meal choices include Baked Stuffed

Shrimp, Old Fashioned Turkey Dinner, or Yankee

Pot Roast. All meals come with bread, vegetable,

starch, coffee, tea, or soda, and a dessert. Please

provide meal choice when you sign up. On the

way home we will stop at Dorothy Cox

Chocolates Factory & Store to shop for some

sweet treats or to grab and ice cream. Date:

Wednesday, November 6 Cost: $95/pp Includes:

Round trip transportation, Bog Tour, Cranberry

goodie bag, Lunch, Friendship Tours Tour

Director, and gratuities Checks to: Friendship

Tours Departs: 8:00 AM Approximate Return:

7:00 PM

Christmas by Candlelight

Old Sturbridge Village

Begin your 19th century adventure at Old Sturbridge

Village, New England’s largest outdoor living history

museum. Step back in time and get into the Holiday

Spirit! Christmas by Candlelight is an evening filled

with New England holiday traditions, live musical

performances, storytelling, sleigh rides, festive foods, a

roaring bonfire, and strolls around the decorated

Village Common. Do not miss the nightly tree lighting

and ever-popular gingerbread house contest. The

Village Common and buildings around it are

transformed into a magic, picturesque nod to

Christmases past. Enjoy a Turkey Dinner for lunch

today! Lunch will consist of Tossed Mixed Greens

Salad, Hand Carved Turkey with Cranberry Stuffing,

Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Butternut Squash, Warm

Rolls, and Dessert. Date: Friday, December 6 Cost:

$90/pp Includes: Round trip transportation, Tours of

Distinction Tour Director, Lunch, Admission to

Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village, and

taxes and gratuities. Checks to: Tours of Distinction

Deadline: November 8 Departs: 12:00 PM

Approximate Return: 9:00 PM

Previously Advertised Trip Register Anytime!

In the Christmas Mood The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

The world famous orchestra and most popular and sought after swing band in the world is coming to the

Aqua Turf. Enjoy a Fun & Lively holiday show including the Moonlight Serenade, Tuxedo Junction, String

of Pearls, Chattanooga Choo Choo and many more! Spend your afternoon listening and dancing to this

amazing orchestra. Family style menu includes Garden Salad, Pasta, Roast Turkey, Broiled Scrod,

Vegetables, Potatoes, Rolls, Dessert, and a beverage. Date: Thursday, December 12 Cost: $98/pp

Includes: Round trip transportation, Aqua Turf Lunch & Show, and bus driver gratuity Checks to:

Friendship Tours Deadline: November 8 Departs: 10:30 AM Approximate Return: 4:15 PM

-- 14 --

Silk City Travelers

Trip Policies: • All participants must fill out and sign an

Emergency Contact Form and Liability waiver before participating on any trips.

• Make all checks out to the Tour Company listed. Include your name, address and telephone number on the check. Checks not filled out properly or received after the deadline will not be accepted.

• All Trips depart from the Senior Center Parking lot unless stated otherwise

• Sign up for new trips does not begin until date stated on the new trip page

• You do not have to sign up for new trips on the first day of sign-ups, you can sign up on that day and any day thereafter

• You can sign up any time for trips that have been previously advertised

• You do not have a secured spot on the trip until payment has been made

• If a trip is full your name will be placed on a waitlist, open spots will be filled in order from the wait list

• If a person cancels a trip for any reason, no refunds will be given once payment is received unless we are able to fill your spot on the trip. We will call our waitlist, if any, and make every effort to fill your spot in order to be refunded.

Cruising the Seine to Normandy

July 7 – 15, 2020

Discover the beauty of Paris, France before sailing the infamous Seine River to Honfleur. Included shore excursions make it easy to delve deep into the history of France. You will be seduced immediately by the charm and sweetness of Normandy life while cruising in comfort on the MS Renoir and enjoying refined French cuisine and unique entertainment. This trip features 6 nights aboard the MS Renoir, a premier river ship, all shore excursions per itinerary with radio headsets, ALL meals and drinks aboard the MS Renoir, refined French cuisine, onboard entertainment and activities, a Normandy WWII tour and 1 post-cruise night accommodations in Paris with breakfast. This trip also includes roundtrip international airfare, airport transfers, welcome reception, complimentary Wi-Fi, bilingual crew, Tours of distinction Tour Director, baggage handling, gratuities (for Tour Director, drivers and MS Renoir Crew), and all port charges and taxes. Cost: Main Deck: $3,800/pp. double, $4,400/pp. single, Upper Deck: $4,000/pp. double, $4,800/pp. single. Passport required. 1st deposit of $500 per person is due at time of reservation, 2nd payment of $2,000 per person is due by February 8, 2020, and Final payment is due by March 24, 2020. Travel Protection is available for purchase when making first deposit. See Trip Flyer for more tails on this amazing trip. There are very few spots left on this trip, inquire today about guaranteeing your reservation.

Previously Advertised Trip Register Anytime!

-- 15 --

Senior Center – In General . . .

Lunch Program** – Meals are served from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. each weekday. Manchester Residents who are 60 years of age or older, or the spouse of an eligible individual, regardless of age may eat lunch at the Senior Center for a suggested donation of $2.50. ** Reservations can be made up to two days ahead of time and no later than the day before by 12:30 p.m. by calling 860-647-3211. You do not have to be a Senior Center Member to eat lunch here. Lunch/menu/service questions can be directed to Eileen Faust, Director, Manchester Senior Center, 860-647-3211.

Senior Center Transportation – Bus rides to and from the Senior Center or for grocery/retail shopping can be scheduled up to 3:00 p.m. on the day before your ride is needed. Call the Senior Center at 860-647-3211 to schedule your ride with us. If you find that you need to cancel your ride with us, please call the office as soon as possible. We appreciate as much advance notice as possible.

Grocery Shopping – Tuesdays* The bus grocery shops on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday at Shop Rite and the 2nd & 4th Tuesday at Stop & Shop - Reminder: Shoppers are limited to only three (3) bags each and 25 lbs/ea bag. Make sure to reserve your bus ride the day before 3:00 p.m. *Schedule subject to change – weather pending January through April. Retail Shopping – Wednesdays * Reserve your bus ride the day before 3:00 p.m. The bus shops on the following schedule: 1st Wednesday – Walmart, 2nd Wednesday – Walmart/Mall, 3rd Wednesday of each month (NEW SCHEDULE)– JULY @ Trader Joes, AUG @ Big Y, SEPT @ Kohls/Vernon Circle, OCT @ Trader Joes, NOV @ Big Y, DEC @ Kohls/Vernon Circle, 4th Wednesday – Walmart/Xmas Tree. (If there is a 5th Wednesday – Walmart) *Schedule is subject to change – weather pending January through April.

TOWN OF MANCHESTER – Dial-A-Ride Services

DIAL-A-RIDE is a separate service from the Manchester Senior Center Transportation (see above) To Register for Dial-A-Ride for the first time , call 860-870-7940 between 2:30-4:00 p.m. To Reserve a ride thereafter with DIAL-A-RIDE, call 860-870-7940 between 8:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m. Please direct questions or comments to Senior, Adult & Family Services 860-647-3096 if you need more information.

-- 16 --



For newcomers who need to get a “first time” membership they can get one now or wait. BUT, if you are a new member and registering for the Senior Center Fall/Winter programs, YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE a $10 Senior Center Membership in order to register and participate in this session (Sept-Dec).

A C T I V I T I E S & P R O G R A M S SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2019 30 OCT 1 SHOP RITE OCT 2 WALMART OCT 3 OCT 4

Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415

Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415

Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415

Digital Photo 930-1130 Woodshop 9-12 Friendship Circle 830-1120 Scrabble 930-1130 Walking Grp 845-11

CERAMICS 930-1130 BEG LINE DANCE 10-11 Walking Grp 845-11 Wii Bowling 10-1130 SAC MTG 9-10

STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 ADV LINE DANCE 11-12 BLOOD PRESSURE 9-12 DUPLICATE BRIDGE 1230-4 ECHN Dr. Hall 9-12

Bingo 10-12 Mahjong 1230-200 Woodshop 9-12 Quilting 1-4 CERAMICS 930-1130

MENS GROUP 1045-1145 RED HATS 1-4 STRONGER SRS 915-10 Hand & Foot 1-415 Bingo 10-12

GUIDED MED 1115-1145 Water Color & Oil 1-3 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 ZUMBA 2-3 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11

BODY SCULPT 1230-115 TAI CHI ADV 130-230 MEM to MEM 1030-1230 BOOK TALK w Ron Kane 11-12

Pinochle 1230-230 TAI CHI BEG 230-330 STRENGTH & FLEX 11-12 LIGHT N LIVELY 11-12

Poker 1245-230 BODY SCULPT 1230-115 TAI CHI ADV 1230-130

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 MEM to MEM 1230-200 Setback 1230-3

YOGA 220-315 Social Bridge 1230-4 Am. Mahjong 1230-330

YOGA 320-415 Dominoes 1245-3 Cribbage 1245-3

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 TAI CHI BEG 130-230

YOGA 220-315

YOGA 320-415 FOOTCARE BY APPOINTMENT

SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING

-- 17 --




A C T I V I T I E S & P R O G R A M S OCTOBER 2019 7 8 STOP N SHOP 9 WALMART/MALL 10 11





CERAMICS 930-1130 BEG LINE DANCE 10-11 Walking Grp 845-11 Wii Bowling 10-1130 CERAMICS 930-1130

STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 MEDICARE PRES 10-12 BLOOD PRESSURE 9-12 TRAVEL MTG 11-12 Bingo 10-12

Bingo 10-12 ADV LINE DANCE 11-12 Woodshop 9-12 DUPLICATE BRIDGE 1230-4 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11

MENS GROUP 1045-1145 Mahjong 1230-200 STRONGER SRS 915-10 Hiking 1230-330 LIGHT N LIVELY 11-12

GUIDED MED 1115-1145 Water Color & Oil 1-3 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 ADULT COLORING 1-3 TAI CHI ADV 1230-130

BODY SCULPT 1230-115 MOVIE: ROCKETMAN 1:00 MEM to MEM 1030-1230 Quilting 1-4 Setback 1230-3

Pinochle 1230-230 CHRONIC PAIN 1-330 (1 of 6) STRENGTH & FLEX 11-12 Hand & Foot 1-415 Am. Mahjong 1230-330

Poker 1245-230 TAI CHI ADV 130-230 BODY SCULPT 1230-115 ZUMBA 2-3 Cribbage 1245-3

Biking 1-330 TAI CHI BEG 230-330 MEM to MEM 1230-200 TAI CHI BEG 130-230

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 Social Bridge 1230-4

YOGA 220-315 Dominoes 1245-3 SUNDAY 10/13/19

YOGA 320-415 LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 ALL ABILITIES CMTY OUTING

YOGA 220-315 @ CHARTER OAK PARK

YOGA 320-415 56 Charter Oak Street

10-SIGNS 630-830p

WHITON LIBRARY

100 North Main Street

SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING SAC VOTING

-- 18 --




A C T I V I T I E S & P R O G R A M S OCTOBER 2019 14 15 SHOP RITE 16 TRADER JOE’S 17 18

SENIOR

CENTER Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415

CLOSED Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415

Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415

COLUMBUS DAY Woodshop 9-12 Friendship Circle 830-1120 Scrabble 930-1130 Walking Grp 845-11

BEG LINE DANCE 10-11 Walking Grp 845-11 Wii Bowling 10-1130 CERAMICS 930-1130

NO ACTIVITES Book Group 1030-1130 BLOOD PRESSURE 9-12 PLATE IN SHAPE 1130-1230 Bingo 10-12

NO PROGRAMS ADV LINE DANCE 11-12 Woodshop 9-12 @ Cmty Rm Orford Village STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11

NO CLASSES Blood Sugar Concerns 11-12 STRONGER SRS 915-10 370 West Street LIGHT N LIVELY 11-12

NO LUNCH Mahjong 1230-200 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 TAI CHI ADV 1230-130

NO BUS Water Color & Oil 1-3 ALL THINGS PUMPKIN 10-11 DUPLICATE BRIDGE 1230-4 Setback 1230-3

CHRONIC PAIN 1-330 (2 of 6) MEM to MEM 1030-1230 Quilting 1-4 Am. Mahjong 1230-330

TAI CHI ADV 130-230 NEWCOMERS MTG 11-12 Hand & Foot 1-415 Cribbage 1245-3

TAI CHI BEG 230-330 STRENGTH & FLEX 11-12 TAI CHI BEG 130-230

BODY SCULPT 1230-115 MEET THE CANDIDATES

MEM to MEM 1230-200 AUDITORIUM @ 100pm FOOTCARE BY APPOINTMENT

Social Bridge 1230-4 (NO ZUMBA CLASS @ 2pm)

Dominoes 1245-3

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215

YOGA 220-315

YOGA 320-415

-- 19 --


We are extending all current memberships until December 31, 2019. We will do a MEMBERSHIP DRIVE in January 2020. For newcomers who need to get a “first time” membership they can get one now or wait. BUT, if you are a new member and registering for the Senior Center Fall/Winter programs, YOU WILL NEED TO PURCHASE a $10 Senior Center Membership in order to register and participate in this session (Sept-Dec).

A C T I V I T I E S & P R O G R A M S OCTOBER 2019 21 22 STOP N SHOP 23 WALMART / XMAS TREE 24 25

Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415

Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Comp Lab 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Billiards 830-415

Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Billiards 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415 Ping Pong 830-415

Digital Photo 930-1130 MAMMOGRAM BUS 9-2 Ping Pong 830-415 Scrabble 930-1130 Walking Grp 845-11

CERAMICS 930-1130 APT ONLY - N.MAIN STREET Friendship Circle 830-1120 Wii Bowling 10-1130 CERAMICS 930-1130

STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 Woodshop 9-12 Walking Grp 845-11 DUPLICATE BRIDGE 1230-4 Bingo 10-12

Bingo 10-12 BEG LINE DANCE 10-11 BLOOD PRESSURE 9-12 Hiking 1-3 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11

MENS GROUP 1045-1145 DIABETES 11-12 (Wk 1-12) Woodshop 9-12 BOARD GAMES 1-3 LIGHT N LIVELY 11-12

GUIDED MED 1115-1145 ADV LINE DANCE 11-12 STRONGER SRS 915-10 @ MANCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY TAI CHI ADV 1230-130

BODY SCULPT 1230-115 Mahjong 1230-200 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 586 Main Street Setback 1230-3

Pinochle 1230-230 Water Color & Oil 1-3 MEM to MEM 1030-1230 Quilting 1-4 Am. Mahjong 1230-330

Poker 1245-230 CHRONIC PAIN 1-330 (3 of 6) STRENGTH & FLEX 11-12 Hand & Foot 1-415 Cribbage 1245-3

Biking 1-330 TAI CHI ADV 130-230 BODY SCULPT 1230-115 ZUMBA 2-3 TAI CHI BEG 130-230

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 TAI CHI BEG 230-330 MEM to MEM 1230-200

YOGA 220-315 Social Bridge 1230-4

YOGA 320-415 PET VET @ SAFS 1230-4pm

479 Main Street

Dominoes 1245-3


YOGA 220-315

YOGA 320-415

-- 20 --




A C T I V I T I E S & P R O G R A M S OCTOBER-NOV 2019 28 29 SHOP RITE 30 WALMART 31 Drivers Ed 845-1245 NOV 1st





CERAMICS 930-1130 BEG LINE DANCE 10-11 Walking Grp 845-11 Wii Bowling 10-1130 SAC MTG 9-10

STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 HOME MODS 10-11 BLOOD PRESSURE 9-12 DUPLICATE BRIDGE 1230-4 ECHN Dr. Hall 9-12

Bingo 10-12 ADV LINE DANCE 11-12 Woodshop 9-12 Quilting 1-4 CERAMICS 930-1130

MENS GROUP 1045-1145 DIABETES 11-12 (Wk 2-12) STRONGER SRS 915-10 Hand & Foot 1-415 Bingo 10-12

GUIDED MED 1115-1145 Mahjong 1230-200 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11 STRENGTH & FLEX 10-11

BODY SCULPT 1230-115 Water Color & Oil 1-3 MEM to MEM 1030-1230 HALLOWEEN PARTY LUNCH LIGHT N LIVELY 11-12

Pinochle 1230-230 CHRONIC PAIN 1-330 (4 of 6) STRENGTH & FLEX 11-12 1130-1230 TAI CHI ADV 1230-130

Poker 1245-230 TAI CHI ADV 130-230 BIRTHDAY LUNCH 12-1230 Setback 1230-3

LIGHT N LIVELY 120-215 TAI CHI BEG 230-330 BODY SCULPT 1230-115 ZUMBA 2-3 Am. Mahjong 1230-330

YOGA 220-315 MEM to MEM 1230-200 Cribbage 1245-3

YOGA 320-415 Social Bridge 1230-4 TAI CHI BEG 130-230

Dominoes 1245-3


YOGA 220-315

YOGA 320-415

TAKE CHARGE DIABETES (1 of 4)

630-800pm @ WORKSPACE

903 MAIN STREET

-- 21 --

OCTOBER 2019 Manchester Senior Center

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Week 1 9/30-10/4

BBQ Pulled Turkey Sandwich

Potato Chips Pasta Salad

Fruit

Ginger Beef Fried Rice

Pineapple Corn Bread Soup DuJour

American Chop Suey Caesar Salad Garlic Bread

Rosemary Turkey Tips Au Gratin Potatoes

Asparagus Tips Soup DuJour

Salmon Potato Wedges

Seasonal Vegetable Salad

TGIF Dessert

Week 2 10/7-10/11

Hot Pastrami Sandwich Seasonal Vegetable

Chips Fruit

Roasted Turkey Mashed Potato

Seasonal Vegetable Soup DuJour

Baked Ham Roasted Potatoes

Glazed Carrots Rolls & Butter

Steak & Cheese Pizza Garden Salad Apple Cider

Soup DuJour

Tuna Wraps Potato Chips

Pickle

TGIF Dessert

Week 3 10/14-10/18

SENIOR CENTER

CLOSED

COLUMBUS DAY

HOLIDAY

Beef & Bean Chili Baked Potato

Garlic Breadsticks Salad

Soup DuJour

Pork Carnitas Dirty Rice

Thai Coleslaw Tortilla Chips

Beef Stew Fresh Focaccia Bread

Garden Salad Soup DuJour

Brunch Scrambled Eggs

Pancakes Home Fries

Fruit & Yogurt TGIF Dessert

Week 4 10/21-10/25

Cheddar & Bacon Burgers

Potato Chips Coleslaw

Fruit

Stuffed Meatloaf Smashed Potatoes Seasonal Vegetable

Soup DuJour

Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Spiced Vegetable Slaw Potato salad

Stuffed Shells Caesar Salad Garlic Bread

Soup DuJour

Orange -Cranberry Chicken Herb Stuffing

Seasonal Vegetable TGIF Dessert

Week 5 10/28-11/01

Shoyu (soy sauce) Chicken

Jazmin Rice Steamed Broccoli

Fruit

Shepard’s Pie Salad

Croissants Soup DuJour

Popcorn Chicken Mac & Cheese Green Beans

HALLOWEEN PARTY Cheese Tortellini

Salad Broccoli

Rolls Soup DuJour

Stuffed Peppers Garden Salad Garlic Bread

TGIF Dessert

Manchester Senior Center 549 East Middle Turnpike Manchester, CT 06040

We’re on the web Pls contact us at

http://seniorcenter.townofmanchester.org

senior centerseniorcenter1.townofmanchester.org › newseniorcenter › ... › file › 19… ·...

Documents