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THE SENIOR CONNECTIONTHE SENIOR CONNECTIONTHE SENIOR CONNECTIONTHE SENIOR CONNECTION A Monthly Publication of programs, events, trips and news

for South Windsor residents 55+

150 Nevers Road150 Nevers Road150 Nevers Road150 Nevers Road 860860860860----648648648648----6361636163616361 www.southwindsor.org www.southwindsor.org www.southwindsor.org www.southwindsor.org

January 2018January 2018January 2018January 2018 Like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/swseniorcenter

Update on ChangesUpdate on ChangesUpdate on ChangesUpdate on Changes We are moving along with building enhancements! We have new chairs for some of our rooms and our new library is being utilized by people all the time! We are waiting for word on when work can be done on improving Room 214 (the gym) with new windows, painting and much needed sound panels. Painting of the hallways and new carpeting (to replace the original carpeting...26 years old!) will start soon also! Please be aware that we will try to minimize disruption of programs as best we can as best we can as best we can as best we can and give as much notice as possible if we have to cancel a program. We appreciate your patience as we make these exciting improvements to YOUR center! Questions? Call us! ~ Andrea Andrea Andrea Andrea Cofrancesco, Director Cofrancesco, Director Cofrancesco, Director Cofrancesco, Director

Handwriting Analysis WorkshopsHandwriting Analysis WorkshopsHandwriting Analysis WorkshopsHandwriting Analysis Workshops Join volunteer Willa Smith as she presents two lectures on handwriting analysis. The first lecture, Your SignatureYour SignatureYour SignatureYour Signature————What it Says About YouWhat it Says About YouWhat it Says About YouWhat it Says About You, will take place on Tuesday, January 23 Tuesday, January 23 Tuesday, January 23 Tuesday, January 23 at 1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM. Learn about the way your signature gives away secrets about you. Signatures are symbols of ourselves; slant, size and connection in them tell others how we want them to see us. The second lecture, 5 Insights into your Personality5 Insights into your Personality5 Insights into your Personality5 Insights into your Personality, will take place on Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, January 30 January 30 January 30 January 30 at 1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM. Learn the basics of handwriting analysis; the meaning of spacing, zones and connections. Are you an introvert or extrovert? How do you express your emotions? Do you prefer crowds or being alone? You will be able to tell this all from analyzing your own handwriting! FREE, call to register any time!

Cancellations Due to WeatherCancellations Due to WeatherCancellations Due to WeatherCancellations Due to Weather If South Windsor schools are closed due to weather, all of our programs and transportation is cancelled. If there is a delay, programs are on as scheduled. Staff reports to work, you can call us!

We are closed on Monday, January 1 and Monday, January 15

Monte Carlo Whist PartyMonte Carlo Whist PartyMonte Carlo Whist PartyMonte Carlo Whist Party Come play with us on ThursdayThursdayThursdayThursday, January 11 at 1:00 PMJanuary 11 at 1:00 PMJanuary 11 at 1:00 PMJanuary 11 at 1:00 PM for a Whist card party hosted by our Community Service Group volunteers! Please arrive at 12:45

PM. Cash prizes will be awarded, and goodies will be served! Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $4.00$4.00$4.00$4.00 (proceeds benefit the many projects of our volunteer group!) Registration is requested; walk-ins are allowed if space is available. No partner needed! Register and pay in the office any time. Transportation is available if enough interest (call by 1/8). Need a lesson on Whist? Call us!

50 Years/50 Visits50 Years/50 Visits50 Years/50 Visits50 Years/50 Visits The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art—Connecticut’s flagship visual arts institution and the nation’s oldest continuously operating public art museum—is coming to your senior center! Join a Wadsworth Atheneum docent on FridayFridayFridayFriday, January 19January 19January 19January 19 at 1:00 PMat 1:00 PMat 1:00 PMat 1:00 PM for the program: Explore Art from the AtheneumExplore Art from the AtheneumExplore Art from the AtheneumExplore Art from the Atheneum, an interactive discussion of highlights from the Atheneum’s collections for adults. Participants will learn more about the history of the museum and its diverse holdings through this hour-long exploration using poster reproductions of collection objects. FREE, call to register any time.

Early Bird DinnerEarly Bird DinnerEarly Bird DinnerEarly Bird Dinner Join us on Thursday, January Thursday, January Thursday, January Thursday, January 25 25 25 25 at 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM for an early bird

dinner hosted by Crestfield rehabilitation. They will be serving salad, shrimp scampi, and dessert. For those who don’t like seafood there will be lemon chicken available. Please give meal choice when you register. $$$$5555. Sign up in the office any time.

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Sign Up Day: Sign Up Day: Sign Up Day: Sign Up Day: Thurs., January 4 at 7:30 AMThurs., January 4 at 7:30 AMThurs., January 4 at 7:30 AMThurs., January 4 at 7:30 AM

SIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICY: : : : SW residents register for newly advertised trips on the 1st Thursday of each month beginning at 7:30 AM and can register one other SW resident. Non-residents register the next business day beginning at 8:00 AM as space allows. Most of our trips that utilize our senior bus holds 20 people and fills up on sign up day. Non residents cannot put their Non residents cannot put their Non residents cannot put their Non residents cannot put their name on the wait list until the day after sign up name on the wait list until the day after sign up name on the wait list until the day after sign up name on the wait list until the day after sign up day. day. day. day.

Senior Advisory Council: Senior Advisory Council: Senior Advisory Council: Senior Advisory Council: Tuesday, January 9 at 10:00 AM

Super Sixty’s Club for Men & Women: Super Sixty’s Club for Men & Women: Super Sixty’s Club for Men & Women: Super Sixty’s Club for Men & Women: Thursday, January 11 at 1:00 PM

Staff ChangesStaff ChangesStaff ChangesStaff Changes Missy Rankin, program coordinator, has resigned her position to explore other opportunities. This leaves the Senior Center with no program coordinators. Kathy Longo has been hired on a temporary part time basis. We hope to have staff in place by March. Please be patient with us as we do our best to meet your needs!

Adult and Senior Services Adult and Senior Services Adult and Senior Services Adult and Senior Services Contact Information:Contact Information:Contact Information:Contact Information:

Main Number: 860Main Number: 860Main Number: 860Main Number: 860----648648648648----6361636163616361 Transportation: Transportation: Transportation: Transportation: Cindy Malone ext. 310

Program Sign Ups: Program Sign Ups: Program Sign Ups: Program Sign Ups: Liz O’Brien ext. 335

Lunch Reservations: Lunch Reservations: Lunch Reservations: Lunch Reservations: Sharon Bosco ext. 328

Program Coordinators (2): Program Coordinators (2): Program Coordinators (2): Program Coordinators (2): Vacant CARES Coordinator: CARES Coordinator: CARES Coordinator: CARES Coordinator: Amy Patterson ext. 311 Caseworkers: Caseworkers: Caseworkers: Caseworkers: Stephen Clapp ext. 325 Penny Shea ext. 314

Assistant Director of Adult and Senior Services: Assistant Director of Adult and Senior Services: Assistant Director of Adult and Senior Services: Assistant Director of Adult and Senior Services: Lindsey Ravalese ext. 319

Director of Adult and Senior Services: Director of Adult and Senior Services: Director of Adult and Senior Services: Director of Adult and Senior Services: Andrea Cofrancesco ext. 316

VETERANS PROGRAMSVETERANS PROGRAMSVETERANS PROGRAMSVETERANS PROGRAMS American Legion Post 133 Post Service Officers

will be at the Community Center on Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday,

January 4 January 4 January 4 January 4 to assist Veterans and dependents in

obtaining the benefits to which they are

entitled. Stop in between 8:00--9:30 AM.

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SOUTH WINDSOR SENIOR CENTER

CHARLES ENES COMMUNITY CENTER

150 NEVERS ROAD

SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 06074

Visit our Website: www.southwindsor.org

South Windsor Senior Center January 2018

SOCIAL SERVICES: 860860860860----648648648648----6361 6361 6361 6361 Lindsey Ravalese ext. 319; Penny Shea ext. 314, Steve Clapp ext. 325Lindsey Ravalese ext. 319; Penny Shea ext. 314, Steve Clapp ext. 325Lindsey Ravalese ext. 319; Penny Shea ext. 314, Steve Clapp ext. 325Lindsey Ravalese ext. 319; Penny Shea ext. 314, Steve Clapp ext. 325

The South Windsor The South Windsor The South Windsor The South Windsor Adult Social GroupAdult Social GroupAdult Social GroupAdult Social Group

Are you under the age of 60, on Social Security Disability (SSD) and a South Windsor resident? Come join a newly formed Social Group, on Thursday, January 18 at 10:30 AM Thursday, January 18 at 10:30 AM Thursday, January 18 at 10:30 AM Thursday, January 18 at 10:30 AM (the 3rd Thursday of each month thereafter). The group will meet in the Teen Center on 150 Nevers Rd, where you can play pool, ping pong, basketball, WII games, or just hang out and socialize with other people within your town; snacks will be available. If interested, call Steve Clapp: 860-648-6361 ext. 325. Transportation is available.

ENERGY ASSISTANCEENERGY ASSISTANCEENERGY ASSISTANCEENERGY ASSISTANCE Applications for the 2017-18 energy assistance program are underway for all heat sources. Gross monthly income cannot exceed $34,366.28 per year for individuals and $44,940.52 for couples. Assets cannot exceed $12,000 as a renter and $15,000 as a homeowner. If your assets exceed the limit and your income is low then you may still qualify. Documentation needed: last four weeks of income, bank statements, proof of rent or mortgage and utility bills. For an appointment or more info call 860-648-6361.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPCAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPCAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPCAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Please join us on Thursday, January 11Thursday, January 11Thursday, January 11Thursday, January 11 at 10:30 10:30 10:30 10:30 AM AM AM AM for our next meeting. Sandee Wood, RN Community Liaison for ECHN and Visiting Nurse and Health Services will present an inservice on “How to Stay Healthy in the Winter.” We will meet in the Teen Center Lounge. Please contact Penny Shea if you have any questions at 860– 648-6361, ext. 314.

MOBILE FOODSHAREMOBILE FOODSHAREMOBILE FOODSHAREMOBILE FOODSHARE Thursdays, January 11, 25 Thursdays, January 11, 25 Thursdays, January 11, 25 Thursdays, January 11, 25 from 12:30 - 1:00 PM at Wapping Church, 1790

Ellington Road. Fresh fruits/vegetables (bring bags). For transportation: 860-648-6361 x 335. Listen to the news for cancellations due to weather.

Meet your State RepsMeet your State RepsMeet your State RepsMeet your State Reps Medicare Savings Program (MSP) helps low income Medicare beneficiaries with paying their Medicare premiums and deductibles and automatically qualifies individuals for the low income subsidy (LIS) which reduces prescription drug costs. The income limits have been cut The income limits have been cut The income limits have been cut The income limits have been cut almost in half as of January 1st and will result in loss of almost in half as of January 1st and will result in loss of almost in half as of January 1st and will result in loss of almost in half as of January 1st and will result in loss of coverage for many people effective March 1. coverage for many people effective March 1. coverage for many people effective March 1. coverage for many people effective March 1. Based on Based on Based on Based on feedback from state residents and advocates, state feedback from state residents and advocates, state feedback from state residents and advocates, state feedback from state residents and advocates, state legislatures are looking to meet for a special session by the legislatures are looking to meet for a special session by the legislatures are looking to meet for a special session by the legislatures are looking to meet for a special session by the end of the year to rethink this decision. We are not sure end of the year to rethink this decision. We are not sure end of the year to rethink this decision. We are not sure end of the year to rethink this decision. We are not sure what will happen. We are offering an opportunity to meet what will happen. We are offering an opportunity to meet what will happen. We are offering an opportunity to meet what will happen. We are offering an opportunity to meet with state reps on Thursday, January 4 at 10:00 AM at the with state reps on Thursday, January 4 at 10:00 AM at the with state reps on Thursday, January 4 at 10:00 AM at the with state reps on Thursday, January 4 at 10:00 AM at the senior center to express concerns about these changes. senior center to express concerns about these changes. senior center to express concerns about these changes. senior center to express concerns about these changes. Please call to register if you plan to attend; if they come to Please call to register if you plan to attend; if they come to Please call to register if you plan to attend; if they come to Please call to register if you plan to attend; if they come to a resolution prior to January 4, we may not have a reason a resolution prior to January 4, we may not have a reason a resolution prior to January 4, we may not have a reason a resolution prior to January 4, we may not have a reason to meet on January 4. In the meantime, continue to make to meet on January 4. In the meantime, continue to make to meet on January 4. In the meantime, continue to make to meet on January 4. In the meantime, continue to make calls and write letters to your state reps. calls and write letters to your state reps. calls and write letters to your state reps. calls and write letters to your state reps.

Home WeatherizationHome WeatherizationHome WeatherizationHome Weatherization CRT Weatherization Program can make your home or apartment more comfortable and energy efficient and also save you money. save you money. save you money. save you money. Gross maximum monthly income for a household of 1 is $34,366.28 and for a household of 2 is $44,940.52. Income verification is required and if you are a renter a Property Owner Agreement must be signed by the Landlord. If interested contact Adult and Senior Services at 860-648-6361.

Relatives Raising Children Relatives Raising Children Relatives Raising Children Relatives Raising Children All are welcome! Meetings are held in the South Windsor Community Center the last Tuesday of every month from 10:00-11:30 A.M. Topics may include discipline, guidance, parenting children with special needs, financial management, stress management and legal issues. Next Next Next Next Meeting is January 30. Meeting is January 30. Meeting is January 30. Meeting is January 30. For more information or to RSVP please contact Kelly McKenney, LMSW, Parent Educator 860-648-6361, ext. 320

New Medicare Cards ComingNew Medicare Cards ComingNew Medicare Cards ComingNew Medicare Cards Coming Beginning in April, 2018, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be mailing a new Medicare card to all Medicare beneficiaries. In order to ensure that the delivery of these cards is successful, be sure that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has your current address. Visit www.ssa.gov or call 1-800-772-1213.


EXERCISE Classes and FITNESS Programs EXERCISE Classes and FITNESS Programs EXERCISE Classes and FITNESS Programs EXERCISE Classes and FITNESS Programs Class Times/Place Session Dates Cost

Pickleball Mon. — Fri 9 AM at 1737 Main St. SW Beginners only on: Mon/Wed

Times subject to change go to www.usapa.org or call 860-648-6361 x339

FREE

Light Aerobics

Monday & Wednesday 9:00 AM

On-going No Class 1/1, 1/15

$2 per class

Cardio PLUS Conditioning SS

Monday & Wednesday 3:00—4:30 PM

On-going No Class 1/1, 1/15

$2 per class

Circuit SS Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 AM

On-going

$2 per class

Classic SS Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM

On-going

$2 per class

Qigong Tuesday 10:00 AM

Dec. 12—Feb. 13 No class 12/26, 1/2

8 weeks $40

Chair Yoga Tuesday

Tuesday 11:00 AM

Dec. 12—Feb. 13 No class 12/26, 1/2

8 weeks $40

Strength Training

Tuesday 1:00 PM

Jan. 9—Feb. 27 8 weeks $40

Hand Strength

Tuesday 2:30 PM On-going $2 per class

Chair Yoga Wednesday

Wednesday 10:30 AM

Dec. 6—Jan. 31 No class 12/27

8 weeks $40

Strength and Balance

Wednesday 2:00 PM Advanced 3:00 PM Beginner

Nov 29— Feb 7 No Class 12/20, 12/27, 1/3

8 weeks $40

Tai Chi Thursday 4:00 PM Dec. 14—Feb. 15 No class 12/21, 12/28

8 weeks $40

Creative Cardio

Friday 7:30 AM On-going

$2 Drop-in

Zumba Gold Friday 10:00 AM

Jan. 5—Feb. 23 8 weeks $40

Country Line Dancing

Friday 1:00 PM Dec. 22—Feb 16 No class 12/29

8 weeks $40

Beat Parkinson’s

Friday 3:00 PM Dec. 22—Feb 16 No class 12/29

8 weeks $40

Mat Yoga Friday 3:00 PM Dec. 22—Feb 16 No class 12/29

8 weeks $40

Annual Exercise Annual Exercise Annual Exercise Annual Exercise Membership Membership Membership Membership

In an effort to make it more affordable for those who attend multiple exercise classes, we offer an “Annual Membership Fee” payable in January, for the cost of $300 per year. This will allow you to take as many classes as you would like throughout the year for any exercise classes except for drop in except for drop in except for drop in except for drop in classes. classes. classes. classes.

Membership rules will be:Membership rules will be:Membership rules will be:Membership rules will be: ♦ Payment of $300 made in January,

runs January 1 through December 31.

♦ Must still register for ALL classes you wish to attend.

♦ Prorated refunds will not be given unless for medical reasons, accompanied by a doctor’s note.

♦ This service is optional; you may still register for a session of a particular class.

♦ This is a service we are offering to people 55 and over as a way to save you money and encourage participation in more classes.

Participants will be asked to complete an Exercise Membership Form

Beginner Pickleball LessonsBeginner Pickleball LessonsBeginner Pickleball LessonsBeginner Pickleball Lessons Pickleball player Tom Bartomeli will be holding lessons at the senior center for beginners. If you are new to the sport and would like some help getting started, join Tom on Mondays Mondays Mondays Mondays at 1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM. These lessons are for true beginners, not players who would like to improve their game. To sign up call 860-648-6361, ext. 335. FREE!

Silver Sneakers FLEXSilver Sneakers FLEXSilver Sneakers FLEXSilver Sneakers FLEX Silver Sneakers are exercise classes that are offered to seniors with certain insurance plans for FREE! Don’t have silver sneakers insurance? No problem! You can still enjoy these classes for a fee of $2 per class, drop in. If you see “SS” next to a class, that means it is Silver Sneakers Flex.

Snowshoeing! Snowshoeing! Snowshoeing! Snowshoeing! Snowshoeing sounds like so much fun! Have you ever tried it? We will venture to Northwest Park in Windsor to try it out, all equipment is included for just $15! If there is not enough snow on the ground, we will turn this trip into a hike at the park, which is a beautiful municipally owned park. Sunday, January 21 our senior Sunday, January 21 our senior Sunday, January 21 our senior Sunday, January 21 our senior bus leaves the center at 9:30 AM and returns bus leaves the center at 9:30 AM and returns bus leaves the center at 9:30 AM and returns bus leaves the center at 9:30 AM and returns approximately 2:30 PM, following lunch at Tunxis Grill approximately 2:30 PM, following lunch at Tunxis Grill approximately 2:30 PM, following lunch at Tunxis Grill approximately 2:30 PM, following lunch at Tunxis Grill in Windsor. in Windsor. in Windsor. in Windsor. The cost for snowshoeing is $15 per person; if we hike there is no fee. Because this trip is dependent upon weather, we will not collect your $15 for snowshoeing until the day of the event (please bring cash). Bring money for lunch. A decision about snowshoeing will be made the week before. Register anytime, no need to wait for sign up day. Our Adventure Club Coordinator Barbara will be on this trip. Questions, call Andrea.

Full Moon WalkFull Moon WalkFull Moon WalkFull Moon Walk On Friday, FebruaryFriday, FebruaryFriday, FebruaryFriday, February 2nd2nd2nd2nd at 7:15 pm, join the South Windsor Walk and Wheels Way for a Full Moon Walk in Nevers Road Park. Meet us under the Rotary Pavilion for a cup of hot chocolate and stay warm around South Windsor's newest feature, a gas firepit, before embarking on the trails for a 1.5 mile walk through Nevers Road Park. The walk will begin at 7:30PM. If there is snow, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing is welcome. Bring a flashlight, family and friends. For more info: swwww.org. (This is not a Senior Center event)

Hikers Wanted! Hikers Wanted! Hikers Wanted! Hikers Wanted! Join the Manchester Senior Center as they hike local trails in CT. Dates: January 11 January 11 January 11 January 11 at Howard/Porter Howard/Porter Howard/Porter Howard/Porter Reservoir, Manchester CT. January 25 Reservoir, Manchester CT. January 25 Reservoir, Manchester CT. January 25 Reservoir, Manchester CT. January 25 at Case Case Case Case Mountain (Spring Street Lot), Manchester CT. Mountain (Spring Street Lot), Manchester CT. Mountain (Spring Street Lot), Manchester CT. Mountain (Spring Street Lot), Manchester CT. Meet at the hike locations at 1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM1:00 PM. For info or to sign up for the hike, call 860-648-6361 ext. 335.

Wanted: Collections! Wanted: Collections! Wanted: Collections! Wanted: Collections! Do you have a collection that you would like to showcase? We have a display case for your collection(s). Please contact Andrea at 860-648-6357 or [email protected] if interested! We will be rotating collections every month!


ADVENTURE CLUB ADVENTURE CLUB ADVENTURE CLUB ADVENTURE CLUB Tax Assistance AvailableTax Assistance AvailableTax Assistance AvailableTax Assistance Available

Join us for an Adventure…it all begins AARP Tax-Aide is a free program for low and middle income taxpayers with special focus on taxpayers age 60 and over. Tax-Aide workers will be available at the Community Center on Thursdays and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 12 noon beginning Thursday, February 1 through Friday, April 6 by appointment. Please call 860-648-6361 ext. 335 to schedule an appointment. Married couples filing jointly should both be present during the income tax preparation session. No return will be filed until all necessary signatures have been entered on the forms.

Triad for Senior Safety Tip Triad for Senior Safety Tip Triad for Senior Safety Tip Triad for Senior Safety Tip of the Monthof the Monthof the Monthof the Month

SCAM ALERT:SCAM ALERT:SCAM ALERT:SCAM ALERT: • Verify the person/company with whom you are interacting before providing them with any personal information. (check the address, phone number, actual web site address, check out their web site and read reviews, do an online search for scam alerts for the company). • Never provide any personal information to anyone or any company requesting that information via phone, email and or text message. Do not click on links in emails or text messages without verifying they are legitimate. • Never agree to wire money, provide a credit card or authorize bank withdrawals to anyone via a phone request, ostensibly to "help out" a relative in trouble. Alert law enforcement, and/or the FCC if you receive such calls.

What is the TRIAD for Senior Safety?What is the TRIAD for Senior Safety?What is the TRIAD for Senior Safety?What is the TRIAD for Senior Safety? TRIAD is a national community policing initiative wherein law enforcement, seniors, and community groups partner to meet the crime-safety needs of seniors to prevent victimization of older adults. Events the Triad has hosted include: Health and Safety Fair, Shredding Day, Medication Disposal Days, Fraud/Scam Talks and more. The Triad offers the Yellow Dot Program, an emergency file for the glove box in your car. For more info or to become involved, call Andrea: 860-648-6357.


Health and WellnessHealth and WellnessHealth and WellnessHealth and Wellness EAR INSPECTIONS AND WAX REMOVALEAR INSPECTIONS AND WAX REMOVALEAR INSPECTIONS AND WAX REMOVALEAR INSPECTIONS AND WAX REMOVAL Dr. Christine DiRienzo, doctor of audiology from Advanced Hearing Healthcare will be at the center to do ear inspections and wax removal. Call 860-648-6361, ext. 335 for an appointment or put your name on the wait list. FreeFreeFreeFree

ELDER WELLNESS ~ FreeELDER WELLNESS ~ FreeELDER WELLNESS ~ FreeELDER WELLNESS ~ Free Thursdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25

9:00 to 11:00 AM9:00 to 11:00 AM9:00 to 11:00 AM9:00 to 11:00 AM Have your blood pressure and blood sugar checked; ask general questions about your

health. No appointment needed.

FOOT CARE ~$29.00 FOOT CARE ~$29.00 FOOT CARE ~$29.00 FOOT CARE ~$29.00 Monday, January 8 by appointmentMonday, January 8 by appointmentMonday, January 8 by appointmentMonday, January 8 by appointment

Call 860Call 860Call 860Call 860----648648648648----6361 ext. 335 6361 ext. 335 6361 ext. 335 6361 ext. 335

HEARING CLINIC ~ FreeHEARING CLINIC ~ FreeHEARING CLINIC ~ FreeHEARING CLINIC ~ Free

Quarterly: January 10, 2018 from 1Quarterly: January 10, 2018 from 1Quarterly: January 10, 2018 from 1Quarterly: January 10, 2018 from 1----3333 Barbara B. Feehan, Audiologist from Feehan

Hearing Center in South Windsor will be providing complimentary hearing screenings and hearing aid cleaning and service. Call 860-648-6361, ext 335

for an appointment.

ELDER WELLNESS AT HOUSING SITES ELDER WELLNESS AT HOUSING SITES ELDER WELLNESS AT HOUSING SITES ELDER WELLNESS AT HOUSING SITES Blood pressure and blood sugar screening

Flax Hill Community Hall:Flax Hill Community Hall:Flax Hill Community Hall:Flax Hill Community Hall: Tues. Jan 9 9:15-9:45 Mews Community Hall: Mews Community Hall: Mews Community Hall: Mews Community Hall: Tues. Jan 9 10:00-10:30

MEDICAL LOANING CLOSET: MEDICAL LOANING CLOSET: MEDICAL LOANING CLOSET: MEDICAL LOANING CLOSET: Available at the Center. Please call if you need anything AND call if you want to donate anything. Space is

limited. Call Steve Clapp to inquire. X325

Bingo ~ Bingo ~ Bingo ~ Bingo ~ Mondays at 1:00 (call for transportation) Poker Poker Poker Poker ~ Mondays at 1:00 Setback ~ Setback ~ Setback ~ Setback ~ Mon at 1:00 & Wed at 6:00 (call for transportation) Quilter’s GroupQuilter’s GroupQuilter’s GroupQuilter’s Group: Tuesdays at 10:30 Adult Coloring Adult Coloring Adult Coloring Adult Coloring ~ Tuesdays at 9:00 Billiards/Pool Billiards/Pool Billiards/Pool Billiards/Pool in Teen Center ~Tuesdays at 10:00 Knitters Group ~ Knitters Group ~ Knitters Group ~ Knitters Group ~ Tuesdays at 10:30 Samba ~ Samba ~ Samba ~ Samba ~ Tuesdays at 12:30 Cribbage ~ Cribbage ~ Cribbage ~ Cribbage ~ Tuesdays at 6:00 Hand, Knee & Foot ~ Hand, Knee & Foot ~ Hand, Knee & Foot ~ Hand, Knee & Foot ~ Wednesdays at 12:30 Evening Bingo Evening Bingo Evening Bingo Evening Bingo ~ January 4 and January 18 January 4 and January 18 January 4 and January 18 January 4 and January 18 at 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM (call for transportation) Ceramics Ceramics Ceramics Ceramics ~ drop-in program Thursdays at 9:00 Mahjong (American)Mahjong (American)Mahjong (American)Mahjong (American) ~ Thursdays at 10:00 Mexican Train Dominoes ~ Mexican Train Dominoes ~ Mexican Train Dominoes ~ Mexican Train Dominoes ~ Fridays at 12:45 Duplicate Bridge Duplicate Bridge Duplicate Bridge Duplicate Bridge ~ Wednesdays at 12:30 BridgeBridgeBridgeBridge ~ Mondays and Fridays at 9:00

Fun and Games Fun and Games Fun and Games Fun and Games

Movie & Popcorn: Movie & Popcorn: Movie & Popcorn: Movie & Popcorn: At the Senior Center At the Senior Center At the Senior Center At the Senior Center

DunkirkDunkirkDunkirkDunkirk

Thursday, January 18 at 1:00 PMThursday, January 18 at 1:00 PMThursday, January 18 at 1:00 PMThursday, January 18 at 1:00 PM Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes

Allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Empire and France are surrounded by the German Army, and evacuated during a fierce battle in World War II. Please call to register: 860-648-6361 ext. 335

LCR Dice GameLCR Dice GameLCR Dice GameLCR Dice Game Join us on Tuesday, January 9. Tuesday, January 9. Tuesday, January 9. Tuesday, January 9. Bring your “dimes” and make new friends as you hope to win BIG! Register by calling 860-648-6361, ext. 335 so we know if we have enough people to play!

TED Talks: Talks to Help You Be a TED Talks: Talks to Help You Be a TED Talks: Talks to Help You Be a TED Talks: Talks to Help You Be a Better ListenerBetter ListenerBetter ListenerBetter Listener

Join us on Tuesday, January 16 Tuesday, January 16 Tuesday, January 16 Tuesday, January 16 at 1:00 PM. 1:00 PM. 1:00 PM. 1:00 PM. We will watch a variety of talks on the importance of listening, and how to do it much better. Call to register. FREE.

Volunteer Corner

Community Service Group Community Service Group Community Service Group Community Service Group The next meeting will be WednesdayWednesdayWednesdayWednesday, January 17 at January 17 at January 17 at January 17 at 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. This is a group of adults who work on a variety of projects to assist people and groups of all ages in town and surrounding communities by being involved, raising funds, and giving of their time to enhance the lives of others! For more information, call Andrea at 860-648-6357.

Wanted: used eyeglasses and hearing Wanted: used eyeglasses and hearing Wanted: used eyeglasses and hearing Wanted: used eyeglasses and hearing aides! Drop them off in our lobby! aides! Drop them off in our lobby! aides! Drop them off in our lobby! aides! Drop them off in our lobby!


AARP Safe Driver CourseAARP Safe Driver CourseAARP Safe Driver CourseAARP Safe Driver Course Monday, January 22Monday, January 22Monday, January 22Monday, January 22 from 8:00 AM8:00 AM8:00 AM8:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM12:00 PM12:00 PM, this 4-hour course teaches defensive driving techniques, safety strategies, new traffic laws and rules of the road. Cost: $15 Cost: $15 Cost: $15 Cost: $15 for AARP members, $20 $20 $20 $20 for non-members, payable on the day of the course! Call to register.

BRIDGE LESSONSBRIDGE LESSONSBRIDGE LESSONSBRIDGE LESSONS Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the beloved card game Bridge? Now is your chance. Local bridge

player Jason Gardiner is starting a new class. This class is designed for beginning bridge players, and social bridge players who want to improve their bridge games. Learn about points, bidding, common conventions, offensive and defensive play. The best part is these classes are FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE! Classes will run every Monday from 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM8:30 PM8:30 PM8:30 PM. New classes will be starting soon and class size is limited so get your name on the list quick! To sign up or for more info, call Jason at 860-875-7150.

Quilters Group: Quilters Group: Quilters Group: Quilters Group: New Day and Time!New Day and Time!New Day and Time!New Day and Time!

Join fellow quilters every TuesdayTuesdayTuesdayTuesday at 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM to work on your own projects or joint projects together. The room has storage available to keep projects and supplies right in the room.

CPR Class Anyone?CPR Class Anyone?CPR Class Anyone?CPR Class Anyone? Are you interested in learning about CPR, first aid, or choking? If there is enough interest we will have a class here at the senior center. Cost is $50 per student and teaches you about Child and Infant CPR with AED and choking. This is just an informational class, you will not be certified by the Red Cross afterwards. Call the office today and let us know if you are interested!

Wii Bowling by Popular DemandWii Bowling by Popular DemandWii Bowling by Popular DemandWii Bowling by Popular Demand Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM to take on the competition. Next meetings are Wednesdays, Wednesdays, Wednesdays, Wednesdays, January 10 January 10 January 10 January 10 and 24.24.24.24. Call 860-648-6361, ext. 335 anytime to register. FREE

Special Events and Activities Special Events and Activities Special Events and Activities Special Events and Activities Hot Dog BINGO and SETBACK! Hot Dog BINGO and SETBACK! Hot Dog BINGO and SETBACK! Hot Dog BINGO and SETBACK!

Even if you don’t want to eat, just come for the games! No need to register! Bingo: Thursdays, January 4 Thursdays, January 4 Thursdays, January 4 Thursdays, January 4 and January 18. January 18. January 18. January 18. Hot dogs are served at 6:00 PM and Bingo starts at 6:30 PM. . . . Setback: Wednesday, January 3Wednesday, January 3Wednesday, January 3Wednesday, January 3, hot dogs are served at 5:30 PM and setback starts at 6:00 PM.

Extreme Shopping: Cabela'sExtreme Shopping: Cabela'sExtreme Shopping: Cabela'sExtreme Shopping: Cabela's On Wednesday, January 10 Wednesday, January 10 Wednesday, January 10 Wednesday, January 10 we will go shopping at Cabela's in East Hartford. The senior bus leaves the center at 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM and returns approximately 2:00 PM. 2:00 PM. 2:00 PM. 2:00 PM. There is a café and country store in Cabela’s. There is a café and country store in Cabela’s. There is a café and country store in Cabela’s. There is a café and country store in Cabela’s. Residents call to register any time; Non residents register beginning 1/5.

DineDineDineDine----out: Chowder Potout: Chowder Potout: Chowder Potout: Chowder Pot Join us on Wednesday, January 17 Wednesday, January 17 Wednesday, January 17 Wednesday, January 17 for lunch at the Chowder Pot in Hartford. Senior bus departs the center at 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM and returns approximately 2:30 PM. Please bring money for lunch. Residents call to sign up beginning 1/4, non residents register 1/5.

Weekend DineWeekend DineWeekend DineWeekend Dine----outoutoutout Willimantic Pizza in Willimantic offers delicious pizza and other Italian cuisine. Senior bus departs the center at 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM on Saturday, January 13 Saturday, January 13 Saturday, January 13 Saturday, January 13 and returns approx. 2:30 PM. Bring money for lunch. Residents call to sign up beginning 1/4, non residents register 1/5.

Birthday Lunch Birthday Lunch Birthday Lunch Birthday Lunch Celebrate all January January January January birthdays on Wednesday, January Wednesday, January Wednesday, January Wednesday, January 31 at 12 noon. 31 at 12 noon. 31 at 12 noon. 31 at 12 noon. Cake is generously donated by Geissler’sGeissler’sGeissler’sGeissler’s. Sign up for lunch by noon the day before.

Big Y Shopping Trip Added! Big Y Shopping Trip Added! Big Y Shopping Trip Added! Big Y Shopping Trip Added! You asked for it...a trip to Big Y in Manchester is being added on periodic Thursdays. January dates are the 4th January dates are the 4th January dates are the 4th January dates are the 4th and 18th. Pick ups begin at 9:30 AM; bus leaves Big Y and 18th. Pick ups begin at 9:30 AM; bus leaves Big Y and 18th. Pick ups begin at 9:30 AM; bus leaves Big Y and 18th. Pick ups begin at 9:30 AM; bus leaves Big Y by 12 noon. by 12 noon. by 12 noon. by 12 noon. Call to register: 860-648-6361, ext. 310.

Ballroom Dance LessonsBallroom Dance LessonsBallroom Dance LessonsBallroom Dance Lessons You’ve heard the expression “it takes two to tango.” Now you can learn the tango, waltz, cha-cha and other ballroom dances. Lessons are Mondays Mondays Mondays Mondays from 4:30 PM4:30 PM4:30 PM4:30 PM————5:30 PM5:30 PM5:30 PM5:30 PM. To join please contact instructors Laura and Jason Gardiner at 860-875-7150. Couples only. FREE


CLASSES/EDUCATIONAL ProgramsCLASSES/EDUCATIONAL ProgramsCLASSES/EDUCATIONAL ProgramsCLASSES/EDUCATIONAL Programs

Neck and Back Pain ReliefNeck and Back Pain ReliefNeck and Back Pain ReliefNeck and Back Pain Relief Local chiropractor Laura Reagan knows how important balance and home safety is. Proper balance and movement in (and outside of) the home helps to decrease accidents and falls that can cause minor to severe injuries and hospitalizations. This program is simple to learn, easy to implement, and designed to have many take-aways for you: balanced walking, balanced sitting to standing and balanced stair climbing. Program runs 30 minutes; attendees will be able to practice while they learn. Be a part of it on Tuesday, January 9Tuesday, January 9Tuesday, January 9Tuesday, January 9 at 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. 12:30 PM. Free! Call to register.

2018 Health Series: 2018 Health Series: 2018 Health Series: 2018 Health Series: Developing a HealthDeveloping a HealthDeveloping a HealthDeveloping a Health----Style That WorksStyle That WorksStyle That WorksStyle That Works

The Diabetes ‘TwoThe Diabetes ‘TwoThe Diabetes ‘TwoThe Diabetes ‘Two----Step’ Step’ Step’ Step’ Often you hear about physical activity and exercise and you think about a walking program for aerobic conditioning. However, resistance training can be just as important in developing a ‘two-step’ process to maintain health and stay fit. This workshop will discuss how to include both aerobic exercise and resistance training and how both help to manage diabetes. Thursday, February 1 Thursday, February 1 Thursday, February 1 Thursday, February 1 at 10:00 AM at 10:00 AM at 10:00 AM at 10:00 AM at the Senior Center. Join Dr. Andrew Paterna, SW FOOD Alliance, Professor Emeritus, Health & Exercise Science, from MCC for this free program. Call to register. Other workshops to be held in March. Be on the lookout for more info!

ReikiReikiReikiReiki Reiki is a gentle, non-intrusive, hands-on and hands-off energy practice that supports healing and personal development. Certified Reiki practitioner Mary Ann will hold Reiki sessions at the senior center for $15$15$15$15 (payable the day of your appointment). 30-minute appointments are available Tuesday, January 9 and 23 Tuesday, January 9 and 23 Tuesday, January 9 and 23 Tuesday, January 9 and 23 from 10:30 AM–2:30 PM. Call 860-648-6361, ext. 335 to schedule an appointment. On the day of your appointment, please refrain from wearing fragrant lotions and perfumes.

Ways to Meet People at the Center! Ways to Meet People at the Center! Ways to Meet People at the Center! Ways to Meet People at the Center! Meet and Greet: Meet and Greet: Meet and Greet: Meet and Greet: Thursday, January 4 Thursday, January 4 Thursday, January 4 Thursday, January 4 anytime from 10 to 11:30 AM tour the center with volunteers of the Senior Advisory Council. No need to sign up. Join us!

Men’s Morning Group: Men’s Morning Group: Men’s Morning Group: Men’s Morning Group: This men’s group will meet the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM9:00 AM. The next meetings are Thursdays, January 11 Thursdays, January 11 Thursdays, January 11 Thursdays, January 11 and 22225555.... Come on down!

Pointillism Painting Art ClassPointillism Painting Art ClassPointillism Painting Art ClassPointillism Painting Art Class Pointillism is a method that uses paint or ink dots to make a picture. This method is both fun and relaxing that you can do most anywhere. Join local South Windsor artist, Jane Kinsley, on Friday, January 5 Friday, January 5 Friday, January 5 Friday, January 5 and Friday, January 12Friday, January 12Friday, January 12Friday, January 12 at 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM as she teaches pointillism by both paint and ink. Try one method or both, the decision is up to you. Cost is only $5 Cost is only $5 Cost is only $5 Cost is only $5 for this 2-week session. Register and pay in the office any time.

Computer Classes Computer Classes Computer Classes Computer Classes Learn to be confident on your computer: learn how to copy, paste, save photos, email, the internet and more. Classes held at Timothy Edwards Middle School from 3:15 PM to 5:15 PM. Beginner’s class starts Tuesday, January 9; Beginner’s class starts Tuesday, January 9; Beginner’s class starts Tuesday, January 9; Beginner’s class starts Tuesday, January 9; Intermediate Class starts Friday, January 12. Intermediate Class starts Friday, January 12. Intermediate Class starts Friday, January 12. Intermediate Class starts Friday, January 12. Intermediate class will cover Windows 10, cell phones and tablets. Prerequisite for Intermediate class is completion of Beginners Class. Call to register: 860-648-6361, ext. 335. The Instructor will call and assign you to the appropriate class. Fee: $40 (6 weeks, residents); $50 non-residents payable to the Town of SW the first day of class.

Smartphone/Tablet HelpSmartphone/Tablet HelpSmartphone/Tablet HelpSmartphone/Tablet Help Get one-on-one help with your Smartphone, iPad, iPhone or computer with SW High School senior Christian Famiglietti. Bring your device and your questions. Appointments are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays January 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 at January 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 at January 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 at January 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 at the senior center from 2the senior center from 2the senior center from 2the senior center from 2----3:30.3:30.3:30.3:30. Call to schedule your 30 min. appointment. FREE.

Art Class Art Class Art Class Art Class J o i n p r o f e s s i o n a l a r t i s t Christine MacClintic to celebrate the New Year by creating this colorful acrylic painting of a Jolly Snowman on a

16”x20” canvas. Beginner to intermediate. All materials are provided. Classes will be held on Fridays, January 19 and 26 from 9:30 Fridays, January 19 and 26 from 9:30 Fridays, January 19 and 26 from 9:30 Fridays, January 19 and 26 from 9:30 ---- 11:30. 11:30. 11:30. 11:30. Class size is limited to 12. $15 residents; $25 non residents. Residents register any time, non residents register beginning 1/5.


SIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICYSIGN UP POLICY: : : : Registration begins on Thursday, January 4 at 7:30 AM. Registration begins on Thursday, January 4 at 7:30 AM. Registration begins on Thursday, January 4 at 7:30 AM. Registration begins on Thursday, January 4 at 7:30 AM. NonNonNonNon----residents may register beginning Friday, January 5 if space is available.residents may register beginning Friday, January 5 if space is available.residents may register beginning Friday, January 5 if space is available.residents may register beginning Friday, January 5 if space is available.

Wine Making Tour and TastingWine Making Tour and TastingWine Making Tour and TastingWine Making Tour and Tasting Join us on TuesdayTuesdayTuesdayTuesday, February 20February 20February 20February 20, as we travel to the Royalty Wine Making Group in North Haven. Enjoy a 2-1/2 hour wine experience which includes sampling their award-winning, hand crafted wines, light appetizers, learning about the wine-making process, and filling our own bottle of wine to take home. After the wine experience we will enjoy lunch at the Longhorn Steakhouse. Senior bus departs the center at 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM and returns approximately 5:00 PM. Cost: $33Cost: $33Cost: $33Cost: $33 includes transportation, tour, bottle of wine. Bring money for lunch.

UConn Women’s Basketball UConn Women’s Basketball UConn Women’s Basketball UConn Women’s Basketball First we’ll enjoy an ice cream at UConn’s famous Dairy Bar. Next tour the Werth Family UConn Basketball Champions Center where the team practices. The day ends

watching the UConn lady huskies take on the University of South Florida at Gampel. Coach bus departs Geissler's parking lot at 3:15 PM 3:15 PM 3:15 PM 3:15 PM on MondayMondayMondayMonday, February 26 February 26 February 26 February 26 and returns approximately 10:00 PM. Cost: $76 Cost: $76 Cost: $76 Cost: $76 includes transportation, tour director, championship center tour, game ticket, meal voucher for concession stand, ice cream at dairy bar, and all taxes and gratuities.

The Pump Boys and The Pump Boys and The Pump Boys and The Pump Boys and the Dinettesthe Dinettesthe Dinettesthe Dinettes

The Pump Boys sell high octane on Highway 57 and the dinettes serve food at the diner next door. Together they fashion an evening of country western songs that earned them a Tony nominee for best musical. Watch the hilarity and drama ensue at the CT Cabaret in Berlin on Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, Saturday, March 17March 17March 17March 17. Senior bus departs the center at 6:45 PM 6:45 PM 6:45 PM 6:45 PM (for an 8 PM show) (for an 8 PM show) (for an 8 PM show) (for an 8 PM show) and returns approximately 10:30 PM. Cost: $32Cost: $32Cost: $32Cost: $32, includes show ticket and transportation. You are encouraged to bring food and beverage of your own to enjoy during the show.

Wright’s Family Farm and Wright’s Family Farm and Wright’s Family Farm and Wright’s Family Farm and Twin River CasinoTwin River CasinoTwin River CasinoTwin River Casino

Enjoy boundless bowls of roast chicken at Wright’s Farm in Rhode Island, one of the biggest restaurants on earth.

Your fabulous meal consists of all-you-can-eat chicken, dinner rolls, salad, pasta, French fries and dessert. After time in the gift shop keep your winning streak going at the Twin River Casino, with over 4,000 slot machines and table games (casino bonus not included). Coach bus departs Geissler’s plaza at 10:15 AM10:15 AM10:15 AM10:15 AM, on FridayFridayFridayFriday, April 20April 20April 20April 20. Approximate return 6:30 PM. Cost: $65Cost: $65Cost: $65Cost: $65, includes transportation, all-you-can-eat lunch, taxes and gratuities.

Jesus Live on StageJesus Live on StageJesus Live on StageJesus Live on Stage Lancaster, PALancaster, PALancaster, PALancaster, PA

August 6 August 6 August 6 August 6 ---- 8, 20188, 20188, 20188, 2018 D e p a r t v i a d e l u x e motorcoach for our tour to Lancaster, PA. Spend 2 nights at the Comfort Suites Lancaster. Welcome dinner at the BirdBirdBirdBird----InInInIn----Hand restaurantHand restaurantHand restaurantHand restaurant. Day 2 starts with a visit to the Landis Valley Village MuseumLandis Valley Village MuseumLandis Valley Village MuseumLandis Valley Village Museum, a mini Williamsburg dedicated to the preservation and demonstration of early German Life. After travel to the Sight & Sound theaterSight & Sound theaterSight & Sound theaterSight & Sound theater for their BRAND NEW show JESUSJESUSJESUSJESUS. Dinner that night will be at the Hersey Hersey Hersey Hersey Farm RestaurantFarm RestaurantFarm RestaurantFarm Restaurant. On day 3 we head to Longwood Longwood Longwood Longwood GardensGardensGardensGardens, one of the world’s premier horticultural display gardens. Cost: per person double $451$451$451$451, per person single $561$561$561$561. $150 $150 $150 $150 deposit due at the time of booking. Cost includes deluxe motorcoach, 2 nights hotel, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary and Friendship Tours escort. Travel insurance is not included in this price, it is optional and available for additional purchase through the tour company. See the trip flyer for even more detailed information on this amazing tour.

Senior Center: 860-648-6361 Question about a trip? Call the office.


Previously Advertised Trips Previously Advertised Trips Previously Advertised Trips Previously Advertised Trips (registration has begun, space is limited) (registration has begun, space is limited) (registration has begun, space is limited) (registration has begun, space is limited)

Founding Fathers in PhiladelphiaFounding Fathers in PhiladelphiaFounding Fathers in PhiladelphiaFounding Fathers in Philadelphia April 10April 10April 10April 10————April 12, 2018April 12, 2018April 12, 2018April 12, 2018

Follow the steps of our founding fathers as you enjoy a historic 3 days in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Tour Highlights include: 2 nights accommodations at Holiday Inn Express Midtown located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia, One Liberty Observation, Historic walking City Tour (Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Congress Hall, Franklin Court and more), Reading Terminal Marketplace for shopping, National Constitution Center, Museum of the American Revolution, deluxe motor coach, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, sightseeing & admission per itinerary, all taxes and gratuities, and Friendship Tours Escort. Trip insurance is not included in this trip, and is optional. Cost: $467 Cost: $467 Cost: $467 Cost: $467 per person double/triple room occupancy, $621$621$621$621 per person single room occupancy. $150$150$150$150 deposit is due at the time of booking. See flyer for more details on this amazing trip.

Ireland Uncovered Ireland Uncovered Ireland Uncovered Ireland Uncovered May 9May 9May 9May 9————May 16, 2018May 16, 2018May 16, 2018May 16, 2018 Tour Highlights: The Guiness Storehouse, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Waterford Crystal, The Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Folkpark, Blarney Castle, Trinity College, and Muckross House. Included in this tour: 6 nights accommodation at hotels, 6 full Irish Breakfast, 4 dinners, Merry Ploughboys dinner and entertainment, Bunratty banquet dinner and entertainment, Modern coach for 7 days, including driver-guide, English-speaking guide for full day Dublin City Tour, Tours of Distinction Tour Director for entirety of trip, Roundtrip Air out of Bradley International (Aer Lingus), All gratuities, and Trip Insurance. CostCostCostCost: Double $2,899 $2,899 $2,899 $2,899 per person, Single $3,379$3,379$3,379$3,379. $500 per person Non$500 per person Non$500 per person Non$500 per person Non----refundable depositrefundable depositrefundable depositrefundable deposit is due at the time of booking. Passports are required for this tour. See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details!

Music Cities of AmericaMusic Cities of AmericaMusic Cities of AmericaMusic Cities of America November 2November 2November 2November 2————November 9, 2018November 9, 2018November 9, 2018November 9, 2018

Tour Highlights: airport transfers & Motorcoach service, Round trip Airfare, 7 nights lodging, 12 meals, New Orleans School of Cooking, Walking/bus tours of French Quarter & New Orleans with visits to Café du Monde and Jazz Club, Swamp Tour, Moho Memphis Tour, Nashville Tour, Backstage Grande Ole Opry Tour and Show, Landmark Tours Tour Director throughout trip, All taxes and gratuities, Luggage handling (1 bag pp), and trip insurance. CostCostCostCost: Double $2,425$2,425$2,425$2,425 per person, Single $3,040$3,040$3,040$3,040, Triple $2,297 $2,297 $2,297 $2,297 per person. $200$200$200$200 per person deposit is due at the time of booking. Balance due September 1, 2018. See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details! See trip flyer for more details!

Avery Soda Company TourAvery Soda Company TourAvery Soda Company TourAvery Soda Company Tour Join us on Saturday, January 20 Saturday, January 20 Saturday, January 20 Saturday, January 20 as we travel to New Britain to tour the Avery Soda Company, a 110 year old business where they make old fashioned soda. See how soda is made! You will also have the option of making your own soda. The soda making room is up The soda making room is up The soda making room is up The soda making room is up a steep flight of stairs, so this part is optional. If a steep flight of stairs, so this part is optional. If a steep flight of stairs, so this part is optional. If a steep flight of stairs, so this part is optional. If you want to make your own soda please bring you want to make your own soda please bring you want to make your own soda please bring you want to make your own soda please bring $11.50 the day of the trip, which includes 3 $11.50 the day of the trip, which includes 3 $11.50 the day of the trip, which includes 3 $11.50 the day of the trip, which includes 3 bottles of soda and your own Avery Soda bottles of soda and your own Avery Soda bottles of soda and your own Avery Soda bottles of soda and your own Avery Soda apron.apron.apron.apron. We will enjoy lunch at Portofino’s Restaurant following. Our bus departs the center at 9:15 AM 9:15 AM 9:15 AM 9:15 AM and returns approx. 1:00 PM. Cost: $3 Cost: $3 Cost: $3 Cost: $3 includes transportation and entrance to soda factory. Bring money for lunch (and making your own soda).

Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Travel to Mohegan Sun for a day of fun! Senior bus departs the center on Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, January 25January 25January 25January 25 at 9:00 AM.9:00 AM.9:00 AM.9:00 AM. The entire day is yours to spend as you like, bus departs Mohegan Sun at 4:00 PM. Cost: $20Cost: $20Cost: $20Cost: $20 includes transportation, $15 meal/retail coupon and $15 free bet coupon. This is a fundraiser for our community service group. Limited space available.

Once @ Warner TheaterOnce @ Warner TheaterOnce @ Warner TheaterOnce @ Warner Theater “Once” tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician about to give up his dream when he meets a beautiful young woman who takes an interest in his haunting love songs. Enjoy lunch before the show at La Cupola Ristorante. Meal choices: Chicken Francaise or Stuffed Sole. Cost: $92 Cost: $92 Cost: $92 Cost: $92 includes transportation, lunch, show ticket and gratuities. Coach bus departs Geissler’s Plaza on Sunday, February 11, Sunday, February 11, Sunday, February 11, Sunday, February 11, 2018 2018 2018 2018 at 10:15 AM10:15 AM10:15 AM10:15 AM and returns approximately 5:45 PM.

A Chorus Line @ Westchester A Chorus Line @ Westchester A Chorus Line @ Westchester A Chorus Line @ Westchester Broadway TheaterBroadway TheaterBroadway TheaterBroadway Theater

Once seated at your reserved table, you'll select from an excellent menu and enjoy a pre-show lunch. Then enjoy “Chorus Line” a Broadway musical. Cost: $110 Cost: $110 Cost: $110 Cost: $110 includes transportation, show, lunch, and all gratuities. Coach bus departs Geissler’s plaza on Thursday, March 29, 2018 Thursday, March 29, 2018 Thursday, March 29, 2018 Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM and returns approximately 6:00 PM.

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Roast Chicken w/Veg Broth

Mashed Potatoes

Spinach

12 Grain Bread

Fresh Orange

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Baked Ham w/Raisin Sauce

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Squash

Oatnut Bread

Peaches

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Macaroni & Cheese

Spinach Salad

w/Cherry Tomatoes & Cucumber

Italian Dressing

Cub Roll

Pineapples & Mandarins

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Swedish Meat Balls w/Gravy

Bowties

Peas & Diced Carrots

Wheat Bread

Peaches & Pears

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Cran-Apple Juice

Oven Fried Chicken

Mashed Potatoes

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Oatnut Bread

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Sweet Potatoes & Apples

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Elbow Macaroni

Italian Green Beans

100% Whole Wheat Bread

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w/Tartar Sauce

Potato Puffs

California Blend Veg

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Lunch is served Monday

through Friday at 12 noon at

the South Windsor Senior

Center, 150 Nevers Road

South Windsor

Call 860-648-6361 ext. 328 by

noon the day before to reserve a

lunch.

Elderly Nutrition Program meals are served Monday thru Friday to persons 60 years of age or older and their spouses. All meals are served with milk, bread and margarine. DONATIONS: $2.50 (or whatever you can afford)

SENIOR COMMUNITY CAFÉ CONGREGATE CALENDAR- JANUARY-2018

Information and Referral:Information and Referral:Information and Referral:Information and Referral: Staff provides information to people aged 18 and

over and refers them to a variety of agencies that

provide services to meet individual needs.

Case Management: Case Management: Case Management: Case Management: In order to better serve residents, staff works with

area agencies to obtain services that meet

individualized needs. The outcome of such

coordination is the improvement of services received,

the avoidance of confusion and service duplication.

Outreach: Outreach: Outreach: Outreach: Staff is available to make home visits to those who

are homebound to provide information on services

to promote independence. Staff can assess, provide

follow up services, assist with financial assistance

programs and more.

Financial Assistance Programs: Financial Assistance Programs: Financial Assistance Programs: Financial Assistance Programs: Assist with applying for a variety of programs

including: energy assistance, property tax relief,

renter’s rebate, Medicare Savings program, SNAP and

more. Special Needs funds are also available.

Food and Fuel Bank: Food and Fuel Bank: Food and Fuel Bank: Food and Fuel Bank: Non-perishable food items are available monthly and

emergency fuel assistance is available annually for

those in need.

Medicare Counseling:Medicare Counseling:Medicare Counseling:Medicare Counseling: Caseworkers are trained CHOICES Counselors and

are available to meet with individuals to talk about

Medicare options in an unbiased environment. No

selling.

Birthday Cheer: Birthday Cheer: Birthday Cheer: Birthday Cheer: Homebound seniors, or those with no family, receive

a balloon on their birthday.

CARES ProgramCARES ProgramCARES ProgramCARES Program––––

Social Day Program: Social Day Program: Social Day Program: Social Day Program: Structured programming and supervision for

those 60+ who can benefit from social

stimulation. Five days per week; nominal

charge. See CARES brochure for more info.

Friendly Visitors and Friendly Visitors and Friendly Visitors and Friendly Visitors and

Friendly Shoppers:Friendly Shoppers:Friendly Shoppers:Friendly Shoppers: Volunteers are available to visit weekly or bi-

weekly to provide socialization to at risk older

adults. Shoppers are available to get groceries

for or bring an older adult grocery shopping

weekly or bi-weekly.

Telephone Reassurance:Telephone Reassurance:Telephone Reassurance:Telephone Reassurance: Volunteers call someone at the same time daily

to be sure they are alright. Designed for those

who are homebound, at risk, or have little to

no family in the area.

Caregivers Support Group: Caregivers Support Group: Caregivers Support Group: Caregivers Support Group: Meets monthly at the Community Center to

talk to other caregivers and to learn tips from

guest speakers. Call 860-648-6361 to be added

to the mailing list.

Transportation:Transportation:Transportation:Transportation: Transportation services are available for South

Windsor residents 60 and over or for those

who are on Social Security Disability. The lift-

equipped minibuses are provided for trips to

Senior Center programs, Sheltered Workshop,

medical appointments, shopping, banking, Post

Office, Library and the Community Center. See

our transportation brochure for more

information.

The Adult and Senior Services Division of Human Services provides services to South Windsor

residents for anyone age 18 and older. Staff is available to meet with residents to provide additional

information or to answer any questions regarding the following services:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Tri/Errands 8:30 AM

Circuit, Adult Coloring 9:00 AM

Qigong, Classic, Billiards 10:00 AM

Knitter and Quilters Group 10:30 AM

Chair Yoga, LCR Dice 11:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Samba 12:30 PM

Hand Strength 2:30 PM

Pain Management 3:00 PM

Bridge Lessons 4:00 PM

Cribbage 6:00 PM

Handwriting Workshop 1:00 PM

Strength Training 1:00 PM

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Tri/Errands 8:30 AM


Sr. Adv. Qigong, Classic, Billiards 10:00 AM



Lunch 12:00 PM

Samba 12:30 PM

Neck and Back Pain Relief 12:30 PM





Cribbage 6:00 PM

Creative Cardio 7:30 AM

Mall 8:30 AM

Bridge 9:00 AM

Art Class 9:30 AM

Zumba Gold 10:00 AM

Local Shopping 10:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Mexican Train Dominoes 12:45 PM

Country Line Dancing 1:00 PM

Beat Parkinson's 3:00 PM

Mat Yoga 3:00 PM

50 Years 50 Visits 1:00 PM

Local Shopping/Errands 8:30 AM

Light Aerobics 9:00 AM

Chair Yoga 10:30 AM

Dine-out 11:30 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Bridge, Hand Knee & Foot 12:30 PM

Community Service Group 12:30 PM

Adv. Strength and Balance 2:00 PM

Beg. Strength & Balance 3:00 PM

Cardio Plus Conditioning 3:00 PM

Setback 6:00 PM

Tri/Errands 8:30 AM


Qigong, Classic, Pool 10:00 AM

New Britain Museum 10:15 AM



Lunch 12:00 PM

Samba 12:30 PM

Ted Talks, Strength Training 1:00 PM




Cribbage 6:00 PM



Chair Yoga 10:30 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Hand, Knee & Foot 12:30 PM

Duplicate Bridge 12:30 PM

Wii Bowling 1:00 PM


Beg. Strength and Balance 3:00 PM


Setback 6:00 PM

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Mall 8:30 AM

Bridge 9:00 AM

Zumba Gold 10:00 AM


Lunch 12:00 PM



Beat Parkinson’s 3:00 PM

Mat Yoga 3:00 PM

Pointillism 1 10:30 AM



Chair Yoga 10:30 AM

X-treme Shopping 11:30 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM


Wii Bowling 1:00 PM




Setback 6:00 PM

Hearing Clinic 1:00 PM


Lunch 12:00 PM

Bingo, Setback, Poker 1:00 PM

Pickleball lessons 1:00 PM

Drop in Crafts 2:45 PM


Ballroom Dance Lessons 4:30 PM


Bridge 9:00 AM


Bridge 9:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Pickleball Lessons 1:00 PM






AARP Safe Driver Course 8:00 AM

Weekend Trips/Upcoming Events:

Saturday, January 13—Weekend Dine-out

Saturday, January 20—Avery Soda Tour

Sunday, January 21—Snowshoeing

Friday, February 2—Full Moon Walk

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Tri/Errands 8:30 AM


Qigong, Classic, Billiards 10:00 AM



Lunch 12:00 PM

Samba 12:30 PM



Cribbage 6:00 PM

Handwriting Workshop 1:00 PM


Errands 8:30 AM

Men’s Morning Group 9:00 AM

Elder Wellness 9:00 AM

Ceramics 9:00 AM

Circuit Silver Sneakers 9:00 AM

Classic Silver Sneakers 10:00 AM

Mah Jong 10:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Super 60’s Men's Group 1:00 PM

Whist Party 1:00 PM

Tai Chi 4:00 PM

Porter Reservoir Hike 1:00 PM

Caregiver Support Group 10:30 AM

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Foot Clinic 9:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM


Pickleball Lessons 1:00 PM





Bridge 9:00 AM

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Errands 8:30 AM


Ceramics, Mah Jong 9:00 AM



S.W. Adult Group 10:30 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Movie 1:00 PM

Tai Chi 4:00 PM

Bingo 6:30 PM



Chair Yoga 10:30 AM

Birthday Lunch 12:00 PM

Hand, Knee & Foot 12:30 PM

Duplicate Bridge 12:30 PM




Setback 6:00 PM

Office Closed

January 2018

Errands 8:30 AM

Mohegan Sun Trip 9:00 AM

Men’s Morning Group 9:00 AM

Ceramics, Elder Wellness 9:00 AM



Mah Jong 10:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Case Mountain Hike 1:00 PM

Tai chi 4:00 PM

Early Bird Dinner 4:00 PM


Mall 8:30 AM

Bridge 9:00 AM

Zumba Gold 10:00 AM


Lunch 12:00 PM



Beat Parkinson’s 3:00 PM

Mat Yoga 3:00 PM

Pointillism 2 10:30 AM


Mall 8:30 AM

Bridge 9:00 AM

Art Class 9:30 AM

Zumba gold 10:00 AM


Lunch 12:00 PM



Beat Parkinson's 3:00 PM

Mat Yoga 3:00 PM

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Office Closed

Tri/Errands 8:30 AM


Classic, Billiards 10:00 AM


LCR Dice 11:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Samba 12:30 PM




Cribbage 6:00 PM



Chair Yoga 10:30 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM



Hotdog Setback 6:00 PM

Sign-Up Day 7:30 AM

Veterans Program 8:00 AM

Errands 8:30 AM


Ceramics 9:00 AM



Mah Jong 10:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 PM

Tai Chi 4:00 PM

Bingo 6:30 PM

Meet your State Reps 10:00 AM

Meet & Greet 10:00 AM

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