GRISWOLDGRISWOLD The Griswold Senior Center

is open to All people age 55 or Older.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS SENIOR CENTER NEWS

JUNE 2016 JUNE 2016

Tina R. Falck, Director/Municipal Agent 22 Soule Street , Jewett City, CT 06351 376-2604 Hours: 8:00 a.m. 3:15 p.m. E-mail address: griswoldseniors@yahoo.com

Sunday, June 19th

MEMBERSHIP MEETING—WED, JUNE 1ST @

12:30 p.m. — First Selectman, Kevin Skulczyck

will be here answer your questions on town af-

fairs. Light refreshments to follow meeting.

Edith Wojtkiewicz will be selling Hand-crafted all- Occasion cards for $1.00 each to benefit the senior cen-ter. She will also have bookmarks for sale at $.50 each. We will also be REVEALING the Who’s Who photos!!

TVCCA CAFÉ MEALS are served Tuesday to Fri-day at the Center. $3.00 donation requested. You must be 60 yrs old.

MONDAY BISTRO LUNCHES! Great menus,

great prices! Open to the public—all ages welcome

and take out is available. Call for upcoming menus/

registration.

MUNICIPAL AGENT SERVICES with the

Director are available by appointment. Call if you have

questions or concerns regarding Medicare, Social Secu-

rity, Insurance, Medications, Food Stamps or any other

services.

SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION IS FREE

WITH 24-HOUR NOTICE -MEDICAL TRANSPORTS 9 am thru 1 pm -TUESDAY AFTERNOONS ARE BETTER VALU AND ALDI

SHOPPING DAYS. THURSDAY AFTERNOONS WALMART SHOPPING DAYS.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM DIAL A RIDE DIAL A RIDE IS EXTENDING FUNDS UNTIL July 1st RIDES FROM 24 ROUND TRIPS TO 36 ROUND TRIPS.

DIAL A RIDE -Medical transportation 24/7 when the

center cannot provide it for you. Call for information

and registration.

FOOTCARE CLINIC

WITH DR. WALTERS

Wednesday, June 15th.

Transportation provided.

Call to schedule an appointment.

RENTAL REBATE PROGRAM

In-house Dates

Thursday, June 16th 12:30—2:30 pm

Thursday, June 23th 1:00—2:30 pm

Call for appointment on In House Dates

SENIOR CENTER AUCTION

Come have some fun! Food &

Refreshments will be available.

June 17th Preview 5—5:30 pm

Auction begins at 6:00 pm

Bring in your donations starting

Monday, June 13th

THE MYSTIC EXPRESS BOAT RIDE

Self pay lunch at Steakloft. Then enjoy the

Mystic Express for a 40 minute guided tour.

Mystic’s oldest narrated boat tour.

Monday, June 20, 2016,

Only $15.00 per person. Please sign up

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS- Wednesday,

June 29th from 12:30 to 4:30 pm. This class

entitles you to discounts on your auto insurance

1 class, up to four hours. Openings still available.

Call for more information or to sign up.

AARP members $15 Non members $20

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY

Wednesday, June 15th , 4-5 p.m. Behind St.

Mary’s School. Every third Wednesday of the month. Bring your own bags!!

QUOTE

The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do. ~ Walter Bagehot~

DONATIONS NEEDED: Disposable salt & pepper

shakers, 5oz plastic cups, alum foil and sugar. Do-

nations of Ensure are always helpful to keep on

hand for those who are in need of it. Thank you for

all your donations!

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Beautiful hand-crafted cards with seasonal themes. Come join in WEEKLY CLASSES

**There will be NO CLASSES for the week

ending June 3rd.

CHAIR AEROBICS:

Monday & Wednesday @ 9:30 This program is de-

signed for those who cannot participate in a regular

Aerobic program. All movement takes place while sit-

ting in your chair.

QUILTING with Paulette Sylestre

Resumes in September

AEROBICS with Sharon Gagne

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00—10:00 am

LINE DANCING with Jack McLaughlin

Tuesdays, 1:00—2:30 pm

Good music, good dancing.

Come to dance or just to listen —

either way, you will enjoy the after-

noon. CARD STAMPING with Edith Wojtkiewitcz

Tuesday, May 17th —1:00 pm

ART CLASSES with Jeanette Green

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.—12 Noon

From beginner to advanced — THIS CLASS

IS APPROPRIATE FOR ALL LEVELS

SWEDISH WEAVING with Terry Blanchard

Thursdays, 10:00—12:00 p.m.

TAI CHI CLASS with Julie Oliver

Thursdays, 3:30— 4:30 PM

BEGINNER LINE DANCING STEPS

FRIDAY, 10:00—11:00 AM

WALKING CLUB—Fridays, 8:30 a.m.

Join this group for a walk through town. Early

morning is the perfect time for this healthy

enjoyable activity.

FRIDAY IS BINGO!

Paper sales start at 12 noon and

games begin at 12:30 sharp. Bring a

friend for an afternoon of fun and

perhaps a little luck! NO BINGO JUNE 17TH

OTHER GAME DAYS

POKENO: Mondays at 12:30. This game is fun

and easy to learn. All are welcome. The group is

growing!

PITCH: Mondays at 1:15. All players are wel-

come for this game of “High – Low—Jack”.

POOL—an after-lunch favorite. CRIBBAGE EVERY MORNING AT 8:15—SEEKING NEW PLAYERS!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY & ANNIVERSARIES TO

ALL OF OUR FRIENDS CELEBRATING A

SPECIAL DAY IN JUNE.

CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP NOTE THAT THIS MEETING WILL BE THE FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH!!!! TUESDAY, June 7th — 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.

Facilitated by Senior Resources, our local Agency on Aging.

NOTE: We have a supply of resource books & other materials on

hand which you may borrow at any time. If you are caring for a loved one and have concerns, or you sim-ply need to talk, PLEASE come to our next meeting. The infor-mation shared is helpful and important to YOU—the caretaker!

SENIOR CENTER BOOK CLUB meets at

Slater Library the first Friday of the

month @ 1:30 p.m.

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS

AMERICAN AMBULANCE

EVERY FRIDAY AT 11:00 A.M.

TRIPS

ESSEX STEAM TRAIN AND

RIVERBOAT LUNCH EXCURSIONS

Journey trough the heart of the scenic Connecticut

River Valley aboard the only steam train and

riverboat ride in the U.S. Departing the senior cen-

ter at 9:30 am. 3 Course meal served aboard the

steam train, salad, choice of Roast Beef or

Baked Chicken for main meal & dessert. Please

sign up

Wednesday, July 20th Cost: $49.95

Experience America’s Icon Of Freedom! The Statue of Liberty represents a new way of

life for immigrants who journeyed to America,

Ellis Island, the gateway to America & the 9-11

Memorial, memorializes all those who died in

the 9/11 terrorist attacks by listing their names

on fountains placed where the Twin Towers

once stood.

Saturday, August 6, 2016

Tour Cost: $89.00 per person

ST. MARY’S TRAVELERS TRIPS

Strawberry Festival: Wed. June 22, 2016 $71 at The Summer

Pavilion in Summerville, MA. Entertainment by the Eagles

Tribute Group. BBQ luncheon, fresh garden salad, BBQ

chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, corn on the cob, potato salad

& strawberry shortcake. Contact Joe Lussier at 860.376.9912

Harry James Orchestra: Fred Radke Conducter. November

9, 2016. $76 at the FOX THEATER. Show, $10 slot play, free

lunch buffet. Contact Joe Lussier at 860.376.9912