SENIOR CENTER

STAFF

Michele Geremia

Director

Mira Meyer-Oertel

Senior Services Coordinator

Ed Carusi

Outreach Services

Susan Duarte

Clerical

Rod Maturi

Kitchen Supervisor

Shirley Slusarski

Kitchen Staff

Larry Daglieri

Anthony Mederos

Transportation

Mona L. Kozel Trips and Events

FEBRUARY 2017

Center Hours

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Monday - Friday

CENTER CLOSED

Monday, February 20th for Presidents Day.

Monday, February 27th at 1:00 pm

Joanne Lurgio, who combines a gifted voice and wonderful guitar, will be at the Center to sing about ordinary people who, like her, excel and inspire. Joanne is a rare artist that never fails to deliver a great sound as she moves from country to folk, rhythm and blues to gospel. Do not miss this enjoyable performer! Please call the Center to make a reservation if you wish to join your friends for lunch before the program.

“MUSIC MONDAYS”

ARM CHAIR TRAVEL

Monday, February 13th at 1:00 pm

“LONGUEDOC REGION OF FRANCE”

Take a journey to southwestern France, specifically the foothills of the Pyrenees. Fifteen Community School travelers, including Jim Spears who will present the program, enjoyed a 10-day trip exploring medieval churches, breathtaking mountain views, prehistoric cave paintings. vineyards, fabulous cuisine - all while based in a luxurious 13th century chateau, lovingly restored. Hear about the area’s many treasures. A trip to the coastal Mediterranean village of Collicure and the medieval fortress town of Carcassone will complete the “visit.”

This program is presented in collaboration between the Senior Center and the Barrington Community School (BSC). Fee: $10.00 per adult/$5.00 senior citizen rate. Please call the Center at 247-1926 or BCS at 245-0432 to register. Refreshments will be served.

VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY

Tuesday, February 14th at 1:00 pm

This is a day to celebrate the warmth of friendship! Come spend the afternoon at the Center and enjoy singer Barbara Slater and Kent, who will accompany her on the keyboard. Barbara will present a “rainbow of love songs” - lovely! As always, we suggest that you plan to come for lunch before the party. Please make reservations early and no later than by noon the day before. Call the front desk at 247-1926.

Friday, February 24 at 1:00 pm

Cost: 17.00

“TIMELESS TOPIARIES” Since ancient times, the lure of topiary has attracted gardeners and artists alike. Used both outdoors and in the home, this unique and exquisite plant design has proven practical and aesthetic.

In this special class, we will recapture the elegance of the past as we create stunning topiary floral arrangements. Each student will receive a terra cotta pot and an abundance of fresh pastel flowers. Satin ribbon and other decorative accents round out this charming floral piece. Take time to sign up today!

FLOWERS FOR EVERYONE with Sally Gruber

Sunday, February 12th at 7:00 pm (Downstage)

“MURDER AT THE HOWARD JOHNSON’S“

By Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick

After a particularly bruising election year, 2nd Story Theater offers a pain-reducing balm in the form of this shamelessly silly, ferociously funny farce. In a line-up that promises “from the ridiculous to the sublime,” this kitsch 1970’s comedy classic serves up the ridiculous. In spades!

The cost per ticket is $12.00 - a price well below the current preview ticket price of $20.00. We are able to offer this discounted price due to the generosity of 2nd Story Theater and the Senior Center. Tickets are available here at the Center Please note that tickets are limited to two per person and membership in the Barrington Senior Center is required. Please reserve your tickets early and no later than one week before the performance date!

2ND STORY THEATER

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT

Thursdays from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm

Barrington Senior Center

As always, AARP volunteers will be offering free tax preparation from February 2nd through April 13th and will see people on a first come and first served basis.

Please bring all current tax documents, last year’s tax return, social security card, driver’s license or picture ID.

AARP TAX ASSISTANCE

Friday, February 22nd from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Gather the family and compete for prizes at Family Bingo Night at the Barrington Senior Center (lower level of the Barrington Public Library). All bingo game supplies will be provided, along with a professional bingo caller. Light refreshments will be served.

This school vacation week event is free and open to all ages and is sponsored by the Barrington Public Library, Barrington Recreation Department and Barrington Senior Center.

Please register to reserve your family’s spot at www.barringtonlibrary.org. Reserve early, as seating is limited. For questions contact jessicad@barringtonlibrary.org or lisal@barringtonlibrary.org.

Mondays at 10:15 am

Taylor Terreri’s popular class continues. Please note dates and subjects below:

February 6 and February 13: Painting Silhouettes February 20th: No class - President’s Day February 27 and March 6: Mixed Media Dictionary Page March 13: Magazine Mosaics

Please register at the front desk. Cost: $35.00.

THE ARTIST IN YOU

TOWN OF BARRINGTON

Senior Center

281 County Road

Barrington, Rhode Island 02806

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INVENTING IMPRESSIONISM

COMPUTER CLASSES

Friday, February 3 at the Senior Center at 10:30 am

Saturdays, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3 at RISD Museum at 10:30 am

Join Carole Villucci to learn about Impressionist painting, sculpture, drawings, and prints. The first session, scheduled here at the Center, will introduce the class to the course and the following four sessions will be held at the RISD Museum. Transportation will be provided.

This very popular class is almost sold out -please call the Center at 247-1926 to check availability.

Ben Hanley, Digital Services/Reference Librarian at Barrington Public Library, will be teaching the following classes in cooperation with the Barrington Senior Center:

iPhone & IPad Basics

iPhone Basics on Friday, February 10 at 10:00 am

iPad Basics on Friday, February 24 at 10:00 am

Learn how to navigate, customize, and be able to use your iPhone or iPad in whatever capacity you'd like. Please bring your fully-charged iPhone, Apple ID and password as well as a list of questions!

Microsoft Office Basics

Microsoft Word on Wednesday, February 8 at 10:00 am

Microsoft Excel on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:00 am

Microsoft PowerPoint on Wednesday, February 22 at 10:00 am

Learn to format a document in Microsoft Word, create a spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel, and design a presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Registration is required and space is limited to six people per class. Register in person at the Library Reference Desk, online at www.barringtonlibrary.org or call 401-247-1920, ext. 2.