Plainville Senior Center Dynamic Past * Vibrant Future

Subsidized Housing Openings

Seniors and Generations (Grand Families) subsidized housing in Hartford has openings, which is very rare.

Please contact Julie Cossette at 860-478-8426 or 860-560-5444 for more information. An information packet is

available at the Senior Center.

Shawn Cohen, Director Ronda Guberman, Assistant Director 200 East Street, Plainville CT 06062

Phone 860-747-5728

Living with Spinal Stenosis Thursday, July 14, 10:00 a.m.

Learn about the disease, diagnosis and treatment Presented by David Santoro, MBA, OTR/L, Director of Hartford Healthcare Bone and Joint Institute. Spinal Stenosis, the narrowing of spaces in the backbone can cause painful pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, often causing significant pain in the back of the leg and lower back. David Santoro will provide an overview of the disease process, including causes, diagnosis and treatments. Exercises and maintaining physical health and wellbeing will be emphasized so that participants feel more control over their daily tasks and responsibilities. Sign up has begun. Call the Senior Center to register.

Free Sign–Up Day is July 6. Mega Sign-Up Day is July 7– 9:15 a.m.—4:00 p.m.

REMINDER: After Mega Sign-Up Day, sign-ups for paid events and trips take place Monday through Friday

between 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 (noon), and Mondays from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. We accept cash and checks made out

to Plainville Senior Center only.

Keeping Your Memory Strong at All Ages Fridays, July 15—August 12, 10:00 a.m.

Call the Senior Center to register. Sign up begins July 6th Back by popular demand! Michelle Wyman and Patty O’Brian, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Specialists, from the Center for Healthy Aging will again present a 5-part series on Healthy Minds. Michelle and Patty have been in the memory field for many years and bring a tremendous amount of experience and knowledge to this series which will focus on how to protect, preserve and improve your memory. Attendees are encouraged to attend all sessions. Space is limited to 25 attendees. Each of the 5 sessions will cover the following topics: 1. Intro — Eat Brain Foods and Stay Hydrated 2. Be Physically Active — Challenge your Mind Daily, Activities to Stay Sharp 3. Coping with Changes & Managing Stress — Be Social 4. Count Sheep — Be Creative and Have Fun 5. Be Positive — Find a Purpose

Veteran’s Coffee Hour at the Senior Center, Tuesday, July 5th at 10:30 a.m.

CALLING ALL VETERANS — LEARN ABOUT:

Veteran Benefits, Entitlements and services Aid and attendance Service connected disabilities and MEANS testing Presumptive Diseases Missing Military Medals and the Connecticut Medal Military Burial/Military Honors Other services or issues The Veteran’s Coffee Hour will be conducted by Wayne Rioux, a Veteran’s Liaison for Hartford HealthCare at Home. He has a passion for supporting and recognizing those who served in the military, as well as their spouses and families. He is also a VETERAN and served in the Army during the Vietnam era. Please call 860-747-5728, so we can plan refreshments.

FOR ALL VETERANS OVER 60 AND THEIR SPOUSES

*Coffee Hour will be held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Mark these dates on your calendar: August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1 and December 6.

Billiards Winners

May 19: 1st: Ellen Couture & Wilson Belanger

2nd: Joe St. Pierre & Ed Zareck

3rd: Stan Funk & Rich Nordgren

June 2: 1st: Stan Funk &Tony Lusitani

2nd: Don Carlson & Joe Babin

3rd: Vinnie Mazzarella & Joe St. Pierre

Setback Winners

May 23: 1st: Barbara Cichon & Carol Diana

2nd: Lee Mills & Sandy Tyminski

3rd: Elaine Chartier & Joan Oliveira

June 6: 1st: Bob Albrecht & Ron Roper

2nd: John Sisson & Roger Soucie

3rd: Terry Pedrolini & Donna Stachelek

June 13: 1st: Olga & Charlie Stepney

2nd: Verna Pekrul & Harold Bissonette

3rd: Jeanne Raducha & Terry Pedrolini

Special Events -2- July 2016

Norton Park 2016 Summer Concerts Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

July 5, Nzinga Daughters/Rhythm & Blues

July 12, Riverboat Ramblers/Dixieland Jazz

July 19, Simply Swing/10-piece Swing Orchestra

July 26, 102nd Army Band Connecticut Military

Dental Clinic July 11, 2016 - July 15, 2016 by appointment

NEW DATES: August 24 - August 26, 2016 by appointment Community Health Center, Inc. will provide a dental clinic at the Plainville Senior Center. A registered dental hygienist will provide a dental hygiene exam; dental cleaning, and sealants and x-rays when appropriate. The cost is $30.00 for individuals without insurance. Help in paying for the dental clinic (scholarships) may be available for Plainville individuals over age 60, with a monthly income below $1,429 (single) or $1,928 (married). For scholarship information contact Stephanie or Ronda at the Senior Center. For appointments and information please call Melissa at Community Health Center, 860-983-2990. *Funding for scholarships is made possible in part by a grant through the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area Agency on Aging.

Plainville Senior Center At-Risk List

The Senior Center maintains a list of individuals who depend on electricity to maintain optimum health. We refresh this list throughout the year so we can be certain that such folks will be safe during a power outage/weather event.

It is everyone's personal responsibility to have a plan in the event of a power outage. We share our At-Risk list with the Plainville Fire and Police Departments to ensure that no one's health is in jeopardy during a weather emergency. Please call the Center at 860-747-5728, if you wish to have your name added to the At-Risk List. Bette and Stephanie are available to help you develop a plan for power outages/ weather emergencies.

New! Live Well Program Provides Keys to Chronic Disease Self-Management

Life can be a challenge for those who live with chronic diseases and conditions. A new free six-week program will be offered at the Senior Center in September for individuals and caregivers who are coping with chronic diseases and conditions. Live Well: Chronic Disease Self-Management will be introduced at an informational session on Tuesday, August 16th at 10:00 a.m. at the Plainville Senior Center. Call the Senior Center beginning July 6th to register. The program is presented by the Connecticut Center for Healthy Aging. This six-part series will be held on Tuesdays, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. from September 20 – October 25. To fully benefit, it is suggested that participants attend all sessions.

The program is built upon three underlying assumptions:

1. Regardless of the chronic condition, people have similar problems and concerns and face similar challenges.

2. People can learn the skills needed to better manage their disease and the day-to-day issues they face.

3. People who understand and take control of their condition will be healthier and happier.

Those individuals living with diabetes, depression, heart disease, arthritis, pain and anxiety or caring for some-one with an ongoing health problem are among those who may benefit from the Live Well program. Workshops may feature the topics of healthy eating, exercise, effective communication, problem solving and setting goals. The Live Well program can help people get back to being in charge of their own lives, rather than being captive.

Classes -3- July 2016

Members may sign-up for new classes beginning on Mega Sign-up Day, July 7, between 9:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or between 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on any day following. You may also sign up on Mondays, between 5:00-5:30 p.m. If there is room in a class, non-members may sign-up for classes that allow non-members one-week after member sign-up begins.

The Drop-in rate for any of the classes (that allow drop-ins) is $5.00 for Senior Center members and $8.00 for non-members.

Financial assistance is available to Plainville residents (60+) who have difficulty paying for classes. Please see Shawn or Ronda for details.

Please Note: You can always register for a class, even if the session has begun. We are able to pro-rate classes.

ZUMBA TONE: 9:30 - 10:30 Current Session ends August 1st. The Zumba Toning Program offers the best of both worlds; the exhilarating experience of Zumba with the benefits of safe and effective strength training. Through dynamic lightweight resistance training and exciting international rhythms, Zumba Toning classes help participants build muscle strength, increase bone density, improve mobility, posture and coordination. Instructor: Amy Gray. New Session 8 Weeks, August 8 - October 3 (no class 9/5) $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members. Sign-up begins July 7.

ACRYLIC PAINTING (BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE): 10:00 – 12:00 Current class ends July 18th. You will learn methods to overcome the challenges of the medium, plus some special techniques. A supply list will be given to you at registration. If you’re not sure if this class is for you, we provide beginner kits which include some paints, canvas and drawing pads. Scholarships are also available through the generosity of the Plainville Amateur Art Group, call Ronda for information. Instructor: Abbe Wade. Next session will resume in the fall.

NEW CLASS!! ALL AROUND FITNESS: 1:00 - 2:00 Current class ends July 25th. No classes in August. Great ALL AROUND workout targeting the cardiovascular and muscular system. The low impact aerobics segment will be 25 minutes in a circuit fashion (led by the instructor), followed by a 15 minutes muscular conditioning segment which will work all the major muscle groups with light weights and or Dyna bands and end up with 10 minutes of abdominal and back exercises in a chair. All levels of fitness are welcomed. Instructor: Eileen Cyr. New session 8 weeks September 12—November 7. No class October 10. $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members. Sign up begins July 7.

Chair Yoga: 2:30 - 3:30 Class ends August 1st. Class is full. Call to be added to the wait list.

UP-RIGHT AND BALANCED: 1:00 - 2:00 Class is full, current session ends August 2nd. Next session will resume in the fall. BRING IT BACK: 10:00 - 11:00 Does your back hurt when you stand in line at a retail or grocery store? Do you know your posture could be better but you don’t know what to do to improve it? Then this class is for you. Learn specific back stretches and unique complementary strengthening exercises developed by a well-known Physical Therapist that will put a little bit more “space” in your spine and strength in your Core (no it is not just your abdomen). Learn strategies for protecting your back during Activities of Daily Living. This class is taught by Janice Freeman, an experienced and Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer, who holds an Advanced Certificate in Back Health. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness, but you must be able to get onto a mat without assistance. The class is limited to 10 participants and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. 8 Weeks, July 12 – August 30, $24.00 members only. Sign-up has begun.

QUILTING: 9:30 – 11:30 Beginners are always welcome to the class. Beginners will learn proper rotary cutting and sewing techniques. Class participants also work on the annual Senior Center quilt that is raffled during the Holiday Fair, if they wish, or they may work on their own projects. Classes are on-going, $2.00 per class when attendees are not working on the quilt. Instructor: Karen Kebinger. Call the Senior Center if you would like to join the class. ZUMBA GOLD: 10:30 - 11:30 Current session ends July 20th. This is a series of fitness programs specifically designed to take the exciting Latin and International dance rhythms created in the original ZUMBA and adjust it to accommodate participants of all ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Amy Gray. New session- 8 Weeks, July 27– September 21 (no class August 17th) Members $24.00, Non –Members $48.00. Sign-up begins July 7.

POWER BURST: 3:00 - 3:45 (Current session ends August 3) This circuit training exercise program, made up of 6-10 “stations”, is a great way to improve mobility, strength and stamina. At each station a special exercise is done for 1-2 minutes, followed by 2 minutes of walking or marching in place. Instructor: Ann Fargo. New session 8 weeks, September 14—November 2, $16.00 members only. Sign-up begins July 7.

Classes, Computer Classes -4- July 2016

CERAMICS: 9:30 - 11:30 Current session ends August 25. Learn how to choose a piece of greenware, clean it, paint it and glaze it. Beginners welcome! Students are responsible for their own greenware, brushes and specialty supplies. Class fee includes instruction, glazes and firing. Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia. New session 8 Weeks, September 1 - October 20, $32.00 Members only. Sign-up begins July 7. BEGINNER’S YOGA FOR EVERY BODY: This class is held at the Plainville Public Library at 9:00 a.m. and is designed for individuals who are new to yoga. Current session ends June 30th. Through yoga, we will improve the health of our bodies and also cultivate an inner peace. Tim Molnar, our certified yoga instructor, has practiced yoga since 2003 and has shared his passion for yoga since 2011. New session 8 -Weeks, July 7— August 25. $24.00 members only. Sign-up begins July 7. BEGINNERS FARGO’S FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: 10:30 – 11:30. Current session ends June 30. Instructor Ann Fargo teaches this popular exercise class designed to build fitness for everyday life. Gentle exercises in these classes are designed to improve muscle strength, muscle endurance, body balance, flexibility, agility and vitality. New session: 4-Weeks, July 14 - August 4, $8.00 members only. Sign-up begins July 7. INTERMEDIATE FARGO’S FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: 1:00 – 2:00 Current session ends June 30. Instructor Ann Fargo teaches this popular exercise class designed to build fitness for everyday life. Gentle exercises in these classes are designed to improve muscle strength, muscle endurance, body balance, flexibility, agility and vitality. New session: 4-Weeks, July 14 - August 4, $8.00 members only. Sign-up begins July 7. KNITTING & CROCHET: 1:00 – 3:00 Current session ends July 14. Instructor Evelyn Morin. Finish an old project that’s been hanging around in your closet or start something new! New session 8-Weeks, July 21—September 8, $16.00 members, $32.00 non-members. Sign-up begins July 7.

INTERMEDIATE YOGA FOR EVERY BODY: This class is held at the Plainville Public Library at 8:45 a.m. and is designed for individuals who have been practicing yoga for one year or more. Current session ends July 22. Through yoga, we will improve the health of our bodies and also cultivate an inner peace. Tim Molnar, our certified yoga instructor, has practiced yoga since 2003 and has shared his passion for yoga since 2011. 8-Weeks, July 29 - September 16, $24.00 members only. Sign-up begins July 7. CARDIO STEP & ABS: 10:30 - 11:30 Current session ends July 29. No classes in August. Instructor: Eileen Cyr. Step up your work-out with a 45-minute step/low impact aerobic interval workout to the oldies. Intervals of 3 minutes of low impact aerobics and 2 minutes of step (total of 5 intervals). You can do the step portion without a step if you prefer. Includes 15 minutes of abdominal exercise at the end of each class (standing, sitting or on a mat). New session 8-Weeks, September 9—October 28, $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members. Sign-up begins July 7.

iPad & iPhone Mini Classes

iPhone “Digital File of Life”

Instructor: Evelyn Morin. Learn how to enter your Medical Information so it is available to emergency personnel. Think of this as a digital File of Life– 3pm—4pm Wednesday, July 13th, cost is $5.00 ipad Tips and Tricks Learn tips and tricks on the iPad such as how to change the language for Siri or use different keyboards. Bring your own tips and tricks to share. 3pm-4pm Wednesday, July 27th, cost is $5.00

There is no July Casino trip.

Next trip Tuesday, August 2 at Foxwoods.

Coins & Claws, Wednesday, July 6, 2016 leaves OLM 9:30 a.m. (SOLD OUT) - also the July 7 trip leaves OLM 9:30a.m.

Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - Friday, August 12, 2016 Saratoga & Lake George Getaway.

Tuesday September 13 Mohegan Sun

PLEASE NOTE: AARP Trips are NOT sponsored by the Plainville Senior Center, therefore, you cannot sign-up or pay for them at the Center. You must call Sally for more

Outdoor Adventure, AARP Trips -5- July 2016

Please Note: All participants of any Outdoor Adventure activity must register in advance (by calling or stopping by the Center) even if payment is not due until the day of the event. Programs may get cancelled if we do not have enough participants registered in advance. We also need to give an accurate roster to the group leader.

Tuesday, July 19, 9:30 a.m. Collinsville, CT to Canton, CT Meet at Depot Parking lot in Collinsville

Instructor: Ann Fargo: All bicycle rides are on paved rails to trails paths. Directions to trail heads will be provided. Dress for the weather, have bike in good working conditions, helmets required. Bring water bottles and light snacks. We ride for approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours at a comfortable pace. Cost is $3.00 per ride, due to Ann on the day of the trip. Sign-up has begun.

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Outdoor Adventure Club with the Ultimate Outdoor Adventure! Something for EVERYONE Including a FREE Ice Cream Cone!!

Date: Wednesday, July 13th Cost: $5.00 + $20.00 for kayak rental or $25.00 SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) rental. Pay rental fee at Collinsville Canoe & Kayak. Sign up has begun. Choose your adventure and let us know your preference when you register:

Bike-Kayak-Lunch-Bike: Meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Depot Station parking lot in Unionville and bike on the rails to trails to Collinsville Canoe and Kayak. Rent a kayak and paddle the Farmington River for 1 hour and bicycle back to Collinsville. The bike ride is about 45 – 60 minutes EACH way. Bike trip led by Ann Fargo.

Walk-Kayak-Lunch-Walk: Meet at 9:00 a.m. at the parking lot of Collinsville Canoe and Kayak and walk a total of 1 hour (roundtrip) along the rails to trails. When you return to Collinsville, you’ll hop into a kayak and paddle the Farmington River for 1 hour. Walk led by Eileen Cyr.

Or … if you prefer to just bike or walk with the group into Collinsville and relax along the river (without going kayaking), you can do that! Please meet at the designated parking areas listed above.

Or … if you prefer to drive your car and meet at Collinsville Canoe and Kayak and paddle along the Farmington River for an hour with the group, you can do that!! Everyone should bring a lunch in a light back pack along with plenty of water or have lunch at LaSalle Market & Deli in the Center of Collinsville. Dress for the weather, sunscreen and bug spray recommended.

July 27, 9:00 a.m. Nod Brook Management Wildlife Sanctuary, Simsbury. We car pool from the Senior Center to Simsbury or you can drive on own. This walk is level along sandy trails. There is one water crossing on a narrow foot bridge. Cost is $3.00 due to Ann on the day of the trip. Sign-up begins July 6.

Instructor: Ann Fargo This walk is a great way to enjoy outdoors in Connecticut. Please read the description carefully as it is graded by difficulty level. Directions to trails will be available at sign-up. Dress for the weather and wear good shoes/boots. Please bring a water bottle, bug spray and sun protection. Homemade treats are provided by the leader.

FIELD DAY- Wednesday July 20th 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Paderewski Park, Plainville. Cost $7.00 includes games and cookout. Sign-up begins July 7.

Bocci, ladder ball, croquet, cookout, fun with friends. All levels of ability welcome to join us. Play one game or play them all. Hamburgers, hotdogs, veggie burgers, salads and dessert. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Dress for outdoor weather/play. Suntan lotion is recommended. Bring your own lawn chair.

KAYAK WITH CANTON: New friends, New Adventures

Wednesday, August 3rd– Leaves OLM at 10:30 a.m. Returns approx. 2:30

Instructors: Ann Fargo. & Eileen Cyr. We are invited to kayak with

Canton Senior Center Members (includes Burlington, New Hartford, Avon and other towns) at Collinsville Kayak

Center on the Farmington River. For those who have never kayaked, you will enjoy a lesson with Collinsville staff.

For those who have kayaked, enjoy a one hour guided paddle on the Farmington River. Following our paddle we

will head to the Canton Senior Center for lunch. Cost: $28.00 includes kayak rental, lesson & lunch;

$23.00 includes kayak rental & lunch. Transportation is included. Limit 12. Sign-up begins on July 7th.

Quick Trips & Saturday Shopping Bus -6- July 2016

July 8 Walmart, Bristol 8:45 a.m.—12:00 p.m. July 22 Stop & Shop, Bristol 8:45 a.m.—12:00 p.m. August 5 ShopRite, Southington 8:45 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Sign-up begins on July 6. Call the Senior Center before 11:00 a.m. on the Wednesday before the Shopping Bus date to add your name to the pick-up list.

In order to ride the Friday Shopping Bus you must be a member of the Plainville Senior Center or a Plainville resident over 60 or a Plainville resident of any age who is disabled.

These trips are curb-to-curb services. Plainville residents who do not drive can be picked up and dropped off at home. Those who drive will be picked up at the Senior Center or OLM, depending on the day/time of the trip. We use our Dial-A-Ride Bus or school buses that can be handicapped accessible with wheelchair lifts, but passengers must be able to get to and from the bus on their own. If a wheelchair lift is needed, let us know at sign-up.

Trip Guidelines 1. After signing up, if you cancel please be aware that we do not offer refunds for trips costing $5.00 or less, due

to the high cost of processing checks and accounting. We will process refunds if we cancel the trip. 2. If you are ill and unable to attend, please call the Senior Center (860-747-5728) when it is open or call Ceal

DiFrancesco after hours (860-747-1927). 3. You should be at the departure point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled leaving time. The bus will not

wait for late comers.

Thimble Islands (Branford)/Lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s (Madison) Saturday, July 9, 2016

Take a one-hour narrated cruise around the famous Thimble Islands with Captain Bob, then enjoy lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s. Limit of 12 participants. To cover the cost of transportation please give $5.00 to Jean Kelly the day of the trip. Cost of the cruise ($10 per person plus tip) and lunch are on your own. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 9:00 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not drive. Return to Plainville by 3:30 p.m. Please call the Senior Center to sign up beginning Wednesday, July 6th.

Tour of General William Hart House and World War II exhibit / Lunch at Saybrook Soup & Sandwich Co.

Sunday, July 17, 2016

Enjoy a delicious sandwich and/or salad at the Saybrook Soup & Sandwich Co. followed by a tour of the historic General William Hart House built in 1767, along with a special World War II exhibit. Limit of 12 participants. There is no charge for the tour. Lunch is on your own. To cover the cost of transportation, please give $5.00 to Jean Kelly the day of the trip. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 10:30 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not drive. Return to Plainville by 4:00 p.m. Please call the Senior Center to sign up beginning Wednesday, July 6th.

Tanger Outlets / Pink Sleigh Christmas Shop (Westbrook) / Lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s (Madison) Saturday, July 23, 2016

Join us for a trip to the Tanger Outlets in Westbrook with over 50 retailers! Then visit the Pink Sleigh Christmas Shop housed in an enchanting 150 year-old country barn, followed by lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s in Madison. Limit of 12 participants. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 9:00 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not drive. Return to Plainville at about 4:00 p.m. To help defray the cost of transportation, a donation of $5.00 should be given to Jean Kelly the day of the trip. Please call the Senior Center to sign up beginning Wednesday, July 6th.

Thimble Islands (Branford)/Lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s (Madison) Saturday, August 6, 2016

We are pleased to offer another trip and narrated cruise around the famous Thimble Islands with Captain Bob, then enjoy lunch at Lenny’s & Joe’s. Limit of 12 participants. To cover the cost of transportation, please give $5.00 to Jean Kelly the day of the trip. Cost of the cruise ($10 per person plus tip) and lunch are on your own. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 9:00 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not drive. Return to Plainville by 3:30 p.m. Please call the Senior Center to sign up beginning Wednesday, July 6th.

Current Trips -7- July 2016

All You Can Eat Lobster & Entertainment Show, Delaney House, Holyoke, MA. Tuesday, July 12, Departs OLM at 10:15 a.m. Great lobster and good fun!! Enjoy a wonderful buffet of lobster, salads, pasta, hot entrees and yummy dessert! Cheese & vegetable platter, shrimp cocktail and bread will be served at the table. Following lunch, be entertained by Michael McGeehan. He recently headlined at Resorts in Atlantic City, Return at approximately 4:30 p.m. The cost is $94.00 per person. At the time of printing, there were still seats available.

Montreal and Quebec, August 28—31, 2016, 6:30 a.m. A four-day, three-night journey through the St. Lawrence River Valley and the cities of Montreal & Quebec City, Canada. Return to Plainville at approximately 8:00 p.m. Each person going to Canada must have a valid Passport. The trip is full, please sign the waiting list.

Long Island Sound Lighthouse Cruise, Sunday, August 14, 2016, 10:00 a.m. Depart the Senior Center at 10:00 a.m. Trip is full, please sign reserve list if interested.

Strawberry Fields: The Beatles Tribute Show, The Aqua Turf Club Tuesday, September 13, 2016, 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Enjoy a Magical Mystery Tour as they play songs off the Beatles first four albums from the 60’s. In 2005, this Band played at Shea Stadium for a 40th Anniversary of The Fab Four’s historic concert!! Drive on your own. Enjoy donuts and coffee, a glass of beer or wine, Baked Ham, Chicken Francais and all the trimmings. The cost is $42.00 per person. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public, invite your friends.

Important Trip Information: Sign-up: Trip sign-ups take place Monday – Friday, between 9:15 a.m.—12:00 noon and Mondays from 5:00-

5:30 p.m. One day a month we also offer Mega Sign-up Day. This month it is July 7, and we will accept sign-ups all day between 9:15 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Payment is due at the time of sign up. If you wish to line up before the Senior Center opens, line up at the back door with the ramp. (Not on the Stillwell Drive side.)

Open to the public: Trips are open to the public 7 days after member sign-up unless otherwise stated.

Cancellations: Call the Senior Center immediately so we can try and find a replacement for you from our waiting list. If you must cancel the night before or the morning of the trip, please call Ceal DiFrancesco at (860) 747-1927 that evening or before 9:00 a.m. the day of the trip. Ceal will have the waiting list and will try to fill your seat, but she should only be called if the Center is closed. You may also call the Center after 9:00 a.m. and alert us so we can try to get a refund for you. We must pay for any number that we guarantee to the tour companies. We will always attempt to get a refund, and whatever we are refunded, it will be passed on to you. If trip insurance is included in the trip cost, please refer to the specific coverage offered. Most cover all costs if the cancellation is due to illness, but others may cover a variety of additional reasons. Overnight parking: Overnight parking is allowed at Our Lady of Mercy Church at your own risk, but is not recommended. There is no overnight parking at the Senior Center. We suggest that you have someone drop you off and pick you up or have someone come and get your car after the trip has left and bring it back on the day of return.

Medical ID cards: Medical ID Cards must be shown to the bus captain. If you don’t have a card or you need a new one, please stop by the Senior Center or get one from the bus captain.

Disclaimer: The Plainville Senior Center is not responsible in whole or in part to the trip participants for any loss, damage, injury or financial loss whatsoever, to persons or property however caused during or in connection with any trip. Parking is at your own risk.

Lake George Luncheon Cruise, Saturday, August 20, Departs Senior Center 7:00 a.m. Enjoy a 2-hour luncheon cruise aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrement, the largest cruise ship on Lake George. While cruising we’ll have a lunch buffet in the elegant dining room. On board there is live entertainment. Following the cruise, spend time in Lake George Village, the heart of this resort area. Return to Plainville approximately 8:00 p.m. The cost is $90.00 per person. At the time of printing there were still seats available. Open to the public.

Green Mountain Flyer Railroad - Fall Foliage Tour Thursday, September 29, 9:15 a.m.

Depart OLM at 9:15 a.m. for the Green Mountain Flyer! All aboard for a delightful 2-hour roundtrip ride along the Connecticut and Williams Rivers between Chester Depot and Ludlow, Vermont. Relax and experience a narrated journey into Vermont’s rich history and scenic splendor on fully restored vintage passenger trains. Enjoy a classic New England feast of Roast Turkey Dinner and New England Clam Chowder at Chandler’s Tavern located at Yankee Candle in Deerfield, MA. Return to Plainville approximately 8:00 p.m. The cost is $95.00 per person, at the time

Trips, Announcements -8- July 2016

Myrtle Beach and Charleston, South Carolina - October 16 - 22, 2016

Depart OLM at 7:00 a.m. for the Holiday Inn of Fredericksburg, Virginia then on to Myrtle Beach the next day. Relax during a four-night stay at The Sea Watch Resort. Enjoy 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners and 2 shows! Take a history tour, a walking tour, a Creek Cruise on a Pontoon Boat, play golf, tour The Battery, Marion Square, the College of the Citadel and many Ante Bellum homes. On the last day enjoy lunch (on your own) at popular Mastoris Restaurant in New Jersey, you will return home at approximately 7:00 p.m. $1,115.00 double, $1,415.00 single, and $1,045.00 triple. Insurance is available. A $100.00 deposit is due at registration. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public.

Long Island & The Hamptons - September 15 - 16, 2016

Depart from OLM at 7:15 a.m. for a beautiful 2-day, 1-night motor-coach trip to ‘The Hamptons’! Tour Old Westbury Gardens to visit the former home of John S. Phipps and his family. Enjoy some free time in Greenport, followed by dinner over-looking Long Island Sound. Following breakfast the next morning, meet the local historian and hear history, stories, sights and gossip of ‘The Hamptons’. The trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the eastern end of Long Island, Montauk Point. Return at approximately 8:30 p.m. $349.00 double, $469.00 single, and $315.00 triple. A $50.00 deposit is due at registration. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public. Invite your friends.

December 4: Holiday Sparkle in the Big Apple

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Complex– November 12, 2016

Depart : Plainville Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. returns 5:30 p.m. The USS Intrepid is an important part of America’s

history at sea, in the air in space and spans two major wars, World War I and the Vietnam War. Explore the 900-

foot USS Intrepid. See where the sailors ate and slept. Learn about the various aircraft that flew from her deck and

the technologies that supported over 3,000 sailors. Walk on the flight deck and see how the airplanes’ wings fold and

where they take off and land. The Intrepid museum just underwent a 120 million dollar renovation. See the Space

Shuttle Enterprise. Dynamic exhibits, audio and films will immerse you in the history of this vessel. Climb aboard the

Submarine Growler, the only American guided-missile submarine open to the public. Enjoy a bite to eat at the Mess

Deck Café (on your own). This trip has a considerable amount of walking.

$70.00 pp. Sign-up begins July 7

Saturday Night Fever the Musical– November 16, 2016

Depart 8:45 a.m. from OLM returns 5:30 p.m. Westchester is an equity theater, featuring fine dining and full scale musical productions. Once seated at your reserved table, each person selects from an excellent menu and enjoys a pre-show lunch. Saturday Night Fever is mega-musical based on the film that became a cultural phenomenon and crowned BEE GEES as disco era icons with their electrifying score. Dazzling choreography and chart-stopping songs will leave you with Night Fever.

Cost $100.00 Sign-up begins July 7

On Mega Sign-up Day, July 7 you can sign up for paid trips, classes and activities from 9:15 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. On all other days, paid sign-ups take place from 9:15 a.m.-12:00 noon and Monday evenings, 5:00-5:30 p.m. Please make arrangements to be here during the hours that we offer sign-ups. We will not take money any other time. If you cannot be here yourself, you may send money in with someone else. If you have any questions about our policy, please feel free to ask.

9 July 2016

SENIOR CENTER DISPLAY CASE Check out the beautiful displays this month! Charles Kaminski is displaying his collection of kerosene lamps and fixtures. The Acrylic Painting Class will showcase some of their art work. Do you have a collection, hobby or artwork you would like to put on display such as teapots, figurines, etc? If so, stop by the front desk to make a reservation for our display case.

THE SUGGESTION BOX Drop your suggestions in our box either signed or unsigned. If you need an answer to a question, please leave a name or number. The box is located at the giveaway area, near the public computers. As an example, we had a request for a larger print newsletter. We can create a larger print newsletter upon request. If anyone would like a larger print, please let us know if you would like to pick it up or if we should mail it to you or email it. We will also try to space the newsletter differently in September for easier reading. Let us know if you like it.

The Senior Center Needs Sympathy, Get Well and Thinking of You Cards

We send cheer, get well and sympathy cards to our members who could use a lift of their spirits. If you are interested in donating these cards, please bring them to the Senior Center’s front desk. We would really appreciate it. At this time, we cannot use blank cards, holiday cards, etc. A special thank you to Carol Perry who is in charge of this program. If you know someone who needs a card, please let us know! Thank you for helping to bring sunshine to someone in need!

Hours Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Fridays: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Enjoy a great work out in our state-of-the art fitness center that is comparable to a commercial gym!

Cardiovascular equipment includes: Nusteps, treadmills, recumbent bicycles and elliptical cross trainers

Weight Training includes: Seven pieces of upper and lower body strength training equipment

* Chest Press * Leg Press * Tricep Press * Row * Seated Leg Curl * Leg Extension * Abdominal

Stop by the front desk for a membership packet that includes a medical approval form

Membership rates: $9.00 for 1 month, $40.00 for 6 months and $60.00 for one year. A one-time registra-

tion fee of $25.00 (cardio & weights), or $8.00 (cardio only), $17.00 (weights only), is charged at the time

of your initial training.

Cuba Cruise Experience, March 17-24, 2017, $100.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign by August 15

Visit Santiago de Cuba– Cuba's center for culture, San Juan Hill where Teddy Roosevelt and his rough riders defeated the Spanish, time on your own at the Central Square of Santiago, Old Havana and its fortification (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Walking and bus tours of Havana including all the sites. Ride in the 50’s cars to Hemingway’s House for a tour including his famous Key West Boat, and lastly tour Maria la Gorda and Cienfuegos. Fly to Jamaica to board the cruise ship. This is a walking intensive tour. Full itinerary and details available at the Senior Center.

Wonders of Italy, April 25—May 5, 2017, $100.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign by August 15

Visit Rome, Vatican City, Pantheon, Roman Colosseum and more. Travel to Capri, Sorrento, the picturesque coastal village of Positano, Amalfie Coast, Tuscany and Florence. In Florence, see Statue of David, Gates of Paradise, Duomo and more. Continue to Chianti, Pisa , San Gimignano, enjoy authentic Tuscan fare at an Italian farm and more and more. Full itinerary and details available at the Senior Center.

Canadian Rockies and Vancouver, British Columbia by Train, Bus & Plane September 2-8, 2017

$200.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign up by September 3

Highlights include: Vancouver City Tour, (Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, & Olympic Village) daylong train trip through the most beautiful mountains ever seen, sights you can only see by train (glacial lakes, rushing rivers and Cana-dian wilderness, mild rafting tour, cruise on Maligne Lake, Wildlife Safari, Columbia Ice Fields Highway, Athabasca Falls, snow coach ride on a glacier, Petyo Lake, Banff, Yaho National Park, Moraine and Emerald Lakes, Lake Louise and more. This is a walking intensive tour. Full itinerary and details available at the Senior Center.

2017 “Big Trips” continued

2017 “Big Trips”: Complete itineraries available on the “rack” for trip details. Big trips are open to the

public so invite your friends. All three trips are fully escorted from Plainville back to Plainville. Check the early bird discounts which range from $100-$200 per person.

Donations /New Members -10- July 2016

GENERAL DONATIONS: May 18- June 16

Carol Vojtila, Ellen Thomson, Pat Cancelli, Sally Cobrain, Rosaleen Peters, Mary Trombley, John Sisson Joan Caron,

Rita Susco, Bob LaBarre, Don Plasczynski, Anne Theriault, Circle Group, Marianne Zablocki, Claire Camp, Betty

Green, Trudy Kijanka, Marlene Maglio, Beatrice Gay, Bruce Scott, Ruth Pipkin, Evelyn Kuziak, Mulberry Gardens,

Corinne Lagace, Jack & Marie Cassidy, Judy Ronewicz-Stock, Evelyn Case, Paul Bouffard, Roberta Hastings, AARP

and many anonymous donations.

When you bring donations into the Senior Center, our volunteer receptionist needs to know your name and what you are donating so that we may list your name in the Newsletter. (If you wish to have your donation remain anonymous, please tell that to the receptionist). We do our best not to leave any donor’s name off the list, but if we do, please let us know so we can include it in the next Newsletter.

MEMORIAL DONATIONS

The Senior Center has a Memorial Fund for people wishing to make a donation in memory of a friend or relative. Checks may be made out to the Plainville Senior Center. The deceased person’s name will be listed in the Memorial Book displayed in our lounge, along with the donor’s name. Memorial donations are used to enhance the operation of the Senior Center.

Dial-A-Ride: Rosaleen Peters, John Lomonte, Hazel Decker

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO COULD USE SOME CHEER?

Please let us know if someone is hospitalized, sick, convalescing or has lost a loved one. We have no other way of knowing. The cheer cards mean SO much to our members and it also helps us to keep our files updated. Contact the Senior Center at 860-747-5728. When you give a name, please let us know if the person should receive a cheer card or a sympathy card. A special thank you to Carol Perry for handling our cheer report.

CHEER REPORT: May 13 - June 9 CHEER CARDS: Marcel Boilard, Gladys Haber, Dorothy Stephenson, Mary Needham, Sandy Waiksnoris, Judy Baston, Anna Glynn, Rosemarie Dunlap, Shirley Cavaliere, Sally Miller, George Moxley, Robert & Regina Berube SYMPATHY CARDS: Pierre & Evelyn Morin, Family of Sylvia Gaughan, Mary Ann Truszkowski, Joseph & Christine Giannattasio, Family of Caryle Brotherton, Family of William Phillips, Family of Josephine Calistro, Family of Fred Ibitz, Cecelia DiFrancesco, Family of John McCarthy, Roger & Barbara Kidwell, Family of Frederick Arena, Joseph Mack, Family of Robert Merrill Jr., Family of Elizabeth Ann DiFrancesco.

NEW MEMBERS: May 1 - May 31

Mary Bardani, Keith Barrington, Carlo Colagiovanni, Dineen Garon, Anna Kaczmarczyk, Roberta Lalama, Anthony Rinaldi, Donna Stachelek, Donald Vye

New Member Party Tuesday, July 19, 2:30 p.m.

New Members: Invitations were sent the week of June 20th to those who have joined the Plainville Senior Center since November 30, 2015. You are being invited to our Welcome New Member Party to be held on Tuesday, July 19, at 2:30 p.m. Our Welcoming Committee looks forward to seeing you at this informative, entertaining program. If, for some reason, you did not receive an invitation, please call us.

Support Groups -11- July 2016

QUESTIONS FOR THE SOCIAL WORKER

Mondays, July 18 and July 25 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Do you have questions about Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Part D, Medicare Savings Program or Housing Options? Maybe you have questions about where to find Alzheimer’s help in the community, Caregiving, Homecare, etc. Just stop by Stephanie’s office to have an individual chat with her. Please note: this program is for Plainville residents only. No pre-registration necessary. No question is too small!

FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS

Third Friday of Every Month at 11:30 a.m.

July 15th

Marilyn's Pub, Broad St, Forestville

The Plainville Senior Center has the perfect solution

for those who like to eat out at a restaurant, but do not

like to eat alone. The Friends Helping Friends group is

made up of single, divorced and widowed seniors.

They meet for lunch at a local restaurant on the third

Friday of each month at 11:30 a.m.

CAREGIVING CONNECTIONS None in July & August

“Life is the balance of holding on and letting

go.” Rumi

BRIGHTER FOCUS None in July & August

“Set your life on fire. Seek those who fan your

flames”. Rumi

PLAINVILLE VETERANS’ COMMISSION The Plainville Veterans’ Commission invites all veterans to visit its facilities at the Plainville Town Hall, to determine eligibility for assistance. The Commission meets every Monday evening in the employees’ lounge, third floor of the Municipal Center for one hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please bring your discharge (DD 214) or active duty documents, that will enable the commission to determine eligibility. All information is maintained in strict confidentiality. For additional information or questions, please call David Dudek, 860-747-8947.

Living with Cancer Support Group Held at New Cancer Center, 183 North Mountain Road, New Britain Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month

5:30—7:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General. This support group is a free service open to anyone living with cancer and their loved ones and friends. The Living with Cancer Support Group is facilitated by Sarah Beham and Reverend William Baumgartner (a member of our Committee on Aging for many years). The meeting is held at the New Cancer Center on 183 North Mountain Rd in New Britain, just past the Department of Motor Vehicles. For more information please call Sarah Beham at 860-696-4891.

Free summer Meals for the Kids!

Are you taking care of your grandchildren this summer?

Did you know the CT meals is offering free summer meals

for kids and teens 18 and under in Plainville all summer

long? These healthy balanced meals include sandwiches,

salads, fruits and milk products. No registration is

required. Rain or shine. There are 5 different locations to

choose from.

For additional sites and confirmations call 211 or go to

www.ctsummermeals.org

Open June 20th—August 12th

Norton Park– 100 Norton Park Road Monday-Friday

Breakfast 9:00 a.m.—9:45 a.m. Lunch 11:45 a.m.—1:00 p.m.

Open June 20th—August 19th

PARC, Inc 28 East Maple Street Mon-Tues-Wed-Thurs

Breakfast 9:15 a.m.—10:15 a.m. Lunch 12:15p.m.—1:15 p.m.

Plainville Library– 56 East Main St Monday-Friday

Lunch 11:45 a.m.—12:45 p.m.

Open July 5th—July 28th

Plainville High School– 47 Robert Holcomb Way Mon-Fri

Breakfast 7:00 a.m.—7:30 a.m. Lunch 11:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m.

Open July 5th—August 15th

Louis Toffolon School—145 Northwest Drive Mon—Thurs

Breakfast 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Lunch 11:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m.

Community Events, What Don’t You Hear -12- July 2016

Monday, July 25, 1:00p.m.—3:00 p.m. LGBT Adults and Allies of the LGBT Community are invited to join the LGBT Moveable Senior Center-a partnership among Senior Centers in the Greater Hartford area to connect the LGBT community to mind-body-spirit, to each other and to services ad supports for healthy aging! Come out and feel the magic and relaxation a summer breeze can bring! Enjoy a cool, refreshing lemonade or iced tea and join us in Canton for a light lunch and the soothing sounds of the harp, played by local musician Marcie Swift, M.Ed. CMP. 1:00 Tour of the Center/Mingling & Lunch, 2:00 Musical Performance Join us at—Canton Community Center, 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton, CT. Pre-Registration suggested by Wednesday, July 20th, by calling (860) 693-5811 X6, Sponsored by CCCI as part of “Getting it Right: creating an LGBT responsive Organization” a project funded by the John H. & Ethel G. Noble Charitable Trust.

What Don’t You Hear? By: Irene Kelsey From Tele-coil to Loop ---

It is well known by hearing aid users that the aids alone cannot bring back the clearest sounds. Background noise is still a problem, more than one person speaking at a time is confusing, and sound reverberates from walls, floors and windows -- especially in large, open areas designed for multi-purposes.

Assistive Listening Devices are available with some of the newer Bluetooth capable hearing aids, but still are limited to the individual acquiring such add-ons.

Much-preferred is the Audio-Induction Loop System. With a hearing aid fitted with the Tele-coil, it can be engaged in a venue that indicates the Loop sign and many individuals using it will experience remarkable clarity of both spoken word and music.

I can attest to the value of the Loop from having attended meetings of the Eastern CT Chapter of Hearing Loss Association and will be attending further presentations in the coming months. Watch for updates.

IT MAY BE HOT OUTSIDE, BUT IT IS COOL IN HERE Is it one of those hot days, and you just cannot get comfortable? Well, come to the Senior Center and enjoy the air conditioning. Join in on one of our planned activities, catch up with some friends, read a book, do a puzzle or just relax and enjoy a little cool air. Come in and find out why the Plainville Senior Center is the “coolest” Center around.

Lions Club Homeless Project Collection

The Senior Center will be collecting items for the Lions Club Homeless Project. A box will be located at the Senior

Center for items such as: socks, gloves, scarves, hats, small blankets, backpacks/duffel bags, sweatshirts, sweat-

pants, personal care items (wet wipes, deodorant, hand sanitizer, toothpaste/brushes, and feminine care items),

hand/foot warmers. In addition, they will also accept coats and cold weather clothing that is in clean, good

condition.

Free Cosmetology Services for Cancer survivors, Monday, August 15, 1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.

UConn Health, Outpatient Pavilion, 4th floor

Look Good...Feel Better is a free program to help improve the self-image and self-esteem of women experiencing appearance-related side effects from cancer treatment. During this hands-on workshop, a trained volunteer certified cosmetologist will offer self-help instruction and education on hairstyling and coping with hair loss, skin care, makeup and nail care. Wigs, turbans and scarves will also be discussed. Classes are offered every other month (http://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/program-finder-results?zip=06030#MoreInformation) and are not limited to UConn Health patients. Registration is required: call 800-227-2345 with your name, program date, phone number, and skin color. Makeup kits are available in Light, Medium, Dark and Extra Dark.

Renters Rebate Program

The Town of Plainville Assessor’s Office has announced that it has begun to make appointments to take applications for the Renters Rebate Program for the elderly and disabled renters. Income requirements for the renters rebate are: for single people $35,200 and married couples $42,900. One qualification for the above renter’s benefits is: applicants must have been 65 prior to December 31, 2015, or have a 100 percent disability rating from the Social Security Administration, and must have been a resident of Connecticut for any one year. A complete list of requirements and list of items needed for an appointment are available at the Senior Center front desk. You must call the Assessor’s Office for an appointment at 860-793-0221, ext 244

, Transportation Info -13- July 2016

Check Out Our July Café Specials July 5 & 6- Grilled Cheese: Bacon, cheddar and tomato July 12 & 13– Tomato, basil and fresh mozzarella with balsamic vinaigrette. Your choice of salad or sandwich July 19 & 20– Pulled pork and melted cheddar panini July 26 & 27 — Harvest Turkey Panini: Roasted turkey, green apple, cheddar and honey mustard Check out our Center Café, open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., featuring a variety of made-to-order fresh salads, grilled Panini, sandwiches and weekly specials. The Center Café is open to the public. Invite your friends and family to enjoy our selection of wholesome, handcrafted foods that are sure to wow your taste buds!

DIAL-A-RIDE, (860) 589-6968

Monday Tuesday-Thursday Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dial-a-Ride can provide transportation to medical and social service appointments, and to visit loved ones in nursing homes in Plainville, Bristol, New Britain, Southington, Farmington and the Newington VA Hospital. It will also take you to any destination in Plainville. The Dial-a-Ride drivers cannot assist passengers in or out of their homes or into the building at their destination. In addition, the drivers cannot help with groceries or packages or help you walk. However, the bus is wheelchair equipped. Reservations should be made one week ahead for medical or social service appointments and two days in advance for all other errands. A donation of $1.00 for each way is suggested, but not required.

Need a Ride? Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Paratransit Service Adds More Hours and Service on Sunday! The ADA Paratransit ride service travels anywhere for any reason to Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol, Cromwell, East Hartford, Ellington, Farmington, Glastonbury, Hartford, Manchester, Meriden, Middletown, New Britain, Newington, Plainville, Rocky Hill, South Windsor, Tolland, Vernon/Rockville, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor and Windsor Locks. Plainville hours, except for major holidays, Monday-Friday, 5:45 a.m. -midnight, Saturdays, 6:15 a.m.-midnight and Sundays, 7:40 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Some of these hours may change, dependent on ridership usage of the CT Transit buses. ADA can transport you to many more towns and many more hours than our Dial-A-Ride service. Each ride is just $3 and discount ticket books can be purchased at Stop and Shop. A driver can assist you door-to-door. There is a wheelchair lift, if needed. Reservations may be made a week before and up until a day ahead of time. A personal care assistant can accompany you for free if approved. There is a phone reminder service and a Smartphone mobile app if you would like to use this.

How to Apply: The application process is now part of the Greater Hartford Transit District. You can also call the Senior Center (860-747-5728) for an appointment with one of our social workers who can assist with the online application process. We also have copies of the application here at the Center. An application can be sent to you by calling 860-247-5329 x3086 or x3100. The same number can be called to get an updated ID number if you are already an ADA Paratransit rider. After the online or paper application is submitted, the next step is to call 860-247-5329 ext. 3086 or ext. 3100 for a face-to-face interview. A medical form will be sent to your doctor if needed. The entire process generally takes 4 weeks. Even if you don’t see a need now, it is good to get an application approved for the future. For any complaints or issues, please call Customer Service at 860-724-5340 ext. 9. Rides are reserved by calling 860-724-5340 x1, 7 days a week, 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Still have Questions about our transportation services? Call Bette or Stephanie at 860-747-5728.

S.E.N.I.O.R. -14- LAST PAGE July 2016

INDEX

AARP Trips 4

ADA Transportation 13

At-Risk List 2

Billiards Winners/Tournaments 2

Bi-Lingual Volunteers 14

Blood Pressure Clinics *BC

Brighter Focus 11

Café Specials Menu 13

Caregiving Connections 11

Cheer Report 10

Cholesterol *BC

Choral Group 14

Computer Classes 4

Congregate Meal Program 14

Cooling Center 12

Craft Classes 3, 4

Daily Activities BC

Dial-A-Ride 13

Dental Clinic 2

Display Case 9

Donations 10

Ear Wax Removal *BC

Fitness Classes 3, 4

Foot Care *BC

Free Cosmetology for Cancer 12

Free Sign Up Day 1

Free Summer Meals for Kids 11

Friday Shopping Bus 6

Friends Helping Friends 11

General Volunteer Meeting 14

Greeting Cards Needed 9

Keeping Your Memory Strong 1

LGBT Event 12

Lions Club Homeless Project 12

Live Well Program 2

Living with Spinal Stenosis 1

Living with Cancer Support 11

Mega Sign-Up Day 1,8

New Members & Party 10

Norton Park Concerts 2

Nurse Information *BC

Outdoor Adventure 5

PEAK Fitness Center 9

Plainville Library News 14

Plainville Veterans’ Comm. 11

Questions for the Social Worker 11

Quick Trips 6

Recycle Cell Phones *BC

Renters Rebate Program 12

Reserve Lists 8

Saturday Shopping Bus 6

Setback Winners 2

Subsidized Housing Openings 1

Suggestion Box 9

Transportation 13

Trips 7, 8,9

Veterans Coffee Hour 1

What Don’t You Hear 12

*BC = Back of Calendar.

Choral Group

Please note the Choral Group will not be rehearsing in July and

August

General Volunteer Meeting

There will be no meeting in July

Volunteers Needed!! Contact Toni, Volunteer Coordinator, if interested. Café: Looking for someone to run the dishwasher for the Center Café or

to be a café volunteer floater. Foreign Language Instructor and/or Interpreter: Are you fluent in French,

Polish or Spanish etc?? If so, please let us know if you could help teach a class or with interpreting.

Plainville Library News ~ July 2016 The July monthly movie will be shown Thursday, July 7th at 6:00 p.m. and

Thursday, July 14th at 1:00 p.m. at the Plainville Public Library in the Peter F. Chase auditorium. We will be showing “The Revenant,” the Oscar nominated film about a frontiersman on a fur-trading expedition in the 1820s who fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team. The movie is rated R and is 2 hours and 36 minutes long.

Plainville Big Y Come walk the aisles of Big Y with Registered Dietician Kittie Spedding on

Wednesday, July 20th at 4:30 p.m. The topic being discussed is “Healthy Eating on a Budget.” Learn tips to keep your food bill down while planning out nutritious meals. Registration is required. Call the Plainville Library at 860-796-1446 or stop by the Reference Desk.

CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM: July 2016 Please stop by the kitchen to pick up the July calendar. Reservations for a meal must be made at least one day ahead by calling the kitchen at 860-747-5728 between 10:15 a.m. and 12:00 noon. A suggested donation is $2.50

WING DING

The Plainville Police Association is having the WING DING on July 9, 2016 from 5-9 p.m. at the VFW. Please come and support the Association in this family friendly event. The Association uses the money raised in the WING DING to fund the Robert Holcomb Scholarships which are given out each year in remembrance of Officer Robert Holcomb who was killed in the line of duty.

The WING DING is an all you can eat, who has the best wings in Plainville contest with a cash bar provided by the VFW, DJ, and plenty of outdoor seating under the tents. Admission $15.00 can be purchased at the door or advance tickets can be purchased at the police departments dispatch center or from Officer Eric Giudice.

A BIG THANK YOU to the Lion’s Club Volunteers for grilling and providing the hot dogs

and hamburgers for the Summer Picnic and to all of our wonderful volunteers who

helped with cooking, setting up, serving and clean up. It was the biggest turn out

we’ve ever had for this picnic and it was a great success!!

10:00- Current Events: Friendly, lively discussion

of current events. Does not meet in July or August!

12:30- Mahjong

1:00- Setback: Pre-register at the weekly

tournament.

9:30- Beginners Wii Bowling

10:00- Ladies Billiards

10:00- Cribbage

12:00- Pinochle

12:30- Open Circle

1:00- Advanced Wii Bowling

1:00- Bridge

1:15- Charlemagne Card Game

1:00- Bingo

1:00- Open Painting

3:00– Coloring Club

10:00- Mexican Train

12:00- Pool Tournament

12:30- Pinochle

1:00- Scrabble

2:30- Band and Dancing: Enjoy dancing and

socializing with a live band.

9:30- Mahjong 10:00- Canasta 12:00- Pinochle (at the Library)

Cholesterol Testing

With a ten-minute appointment and a few drops of blood from a fingertip, you can know your numbers for total cholesterol, good (HDL) and bad (LDL) cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose. This form of testing does not require fasting. These numbers, along with a few other risk factors, can help your provider determine your personal cardiovascular risk. The cost is $10.00, payable at the appointment. We will be holding a cholesterol screening in September. Call the Senior Center to make an appointment to have your cholesterol tested.

Foot Care

Regular Foot Care and Diabetic Foot Care Please note fee increase.

The Senior Center offers appointments for regular and diabetic foot care. Foot care is provided by an APRN and includes a foot inspection and nail cutting. Cost is $18.00 Plainville resident members and $28.00 for Out of Town Plainville Senior Center Members and must be paid with exact change or by check only (made out to the Plainville Senior Center) neither the Nurse nor the Senior Center can make change. Please call the Senior Center to make an appointment. Foot care is for Senior Center members only.

Blood Pressure Clinics at the Senior Center Many thanks to The Pines of Bristol, , Hartford Health Care Senior Services, and

The Summit for Offering their Services

Monday, July 11, 1:00 - 2:00 (The Pines of Bristol) Thursday, July 14, 1:00—2:00 (Hartford Health Care Senior Services) Wednesday, July 20, 11:00 - 12:00 (The Summit in Plantsville) Monday, July 25, 1:00—1:30 (Senior Center Nurse) Monday, August 1, 1:00 - 2:00 (The Pines of Bristol) Thursday, August 11, 1:00—2:00 (Hartford Health Care Senior Services) Wednesday, August 17, 11:00 - 12:00 (The Summit in Plantsville)

Ear Wax Removal Call the Senior Center to make your ear wax removal appointment. At least one week prior to your appointment, you must come into the Senior Center for an instruction sheet explaining the prep procedure and pick up the paperwork that must be filled out and brought in at the time of your appointment.

Recycle Your Old Cell Phones!

Do you have old cellular phones that you don’t know how to properly dispose of? Keep them out of landfills by donating them to The Plainville Senior Center. The donation box is located in the hallway between the main office and billiards room on the table. Please drop ONLY cellular phones in the box! Please no phone chargers or any other type of electronic devices. Thank you to all who have donated. The money received from these cellular phones goes to support Dial-a-Ride! Every phone helps, tell your friends and family!

Sun Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat

KEY:

GR: Green Room,

BR: Blue Room

GA: Game Room

CR: Craft Room

C: Café

CL: Computer Lab

OS: Old Store

L: Library

*: By Appointment

1 9:00 Walking GR 8:45 Int Yoga L 9:30 Mahjong GA 10:00 Canasta CR 10:30 Cardio Step & Abs GR 12:00 Pinochle L

2

Nova

Scotia Trip

Departs

3 4 Center Closed 4th of July

5. *9:00 Nurse 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Beg Wii Bowling GR 10:00 Ladies Billiards 10:00 Cribbage GA 10:30 Veterans Coffee Hour CR 12:00 Pinochle GA 12:30 Open Circle 1:00 Bridge OS .

6 FREE SIGN UP 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Quilting CR 10:30 Zumba Gold BR 1:00 Bingo GR 1:00 Open Painting CR 1:15 Charlemagne C 3:00 Coloring Club GR .

7 MEGA SIGN-UP *9:00 Nurse 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Begin Yoga L 9:30 Ceramics CR 10:00 Mexican Train GA. 12:00 Pool Tournament 12:30 Pinochle GA 1:00 Scrabble C 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Knit & Crochet GR 2:30 Band / Dancing BR

8 8:45 Int Yoga L 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Mahjong GA 8:45 Shopping Bus 10:00 Canasta CR 10:30 Cardio Step & Abs GR 12:00 Pinochle L

9

9:00

Thimble

Islands

10

11 *Dental Clinic Appointments 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Zumba Tone GR 10:00 Acrylic Painting CR 12:30 Mahjong GA 1:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 All Around Fitness BR 1:00 Setback GR 2:30 Chair Yoga BR

12 *Dental Clinic Appointments 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR 10:15 All You Can Eat Lobster Trip 10:00 Bring it Back GR 10:00 Ladies Billiards 10:00 Cribbage GA 12:00 Pinochle GA 12:30 Open Circle 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Up-Right and Balanced GR

13 *Dental Clinic Appointments 9:00 Ultimate Adventure 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Quilting CR 10:30 Zumba Gold BR 1:00 Bingo GR 1:00 Open Painting CR 1:15 Charlemagne C 3:00 iPhone Class GA 3:00 Coloring Club GR 3:00 Power Burst BR

14 *Dental Clinic Appointments 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Begin Yoga L 9:30 Ceramics CR 10:00 Spinal Stenosis GR 10:00 Mexican Train GA 10:30 Beg. Fargo Fit BR 12:00 Pool Tournament 12:30 Pinochle GA 1:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 Scrabble C 1:00 Int Fargo Fit BR 1:00 Knit & Crochet GR 1:00 Bridge OS 2:30 Band / Dancing BR

15 *Dental Clinic Appointments 8:45 Int Yoga L 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Mahjong GA 10:00 Memory Strong CR 10:00 Canasta OS 10:30 Cardio Step & Abs GR 11:30 Friends Helping Friends 12:00 Pinochle L

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17 10:30 William Hart House and WWII Exhibit

18 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Zumba Tone GR 10:00 Acrylic Painting CR 12:30 Questions for the Social Worker 12:30 Mahjong GA 1:00 All Around Fitness BR 1:00 Setback GR 2:30 Chair Yoga BR

19 *9:00 Nurse 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Bike to Collinsville 9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR 10:00 Bring it Back GR 10:00 Ladies Billiards 10:00 Cribbage GA 12:00 Pinochle GA 12:30 Open Circle 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Up-Right and Balanced GR 2:30 New Member Party BR

20 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Quilting CR 10:00 Field Day at Paderewski Park 10:30 Zumba Gold BR 11:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 Bingo GR 1:00 Open Painting CR 1:15 Charlemagne C 3:00 Coloring Club GR 3:00 Power Burst BR

21 *9:00 Nurse 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Begin Yoga L 9:30 Ceramics CR 10:00 Mexican Train GA 10:30 Beg. Fargo Fit BR 12:00 Pool Tournament 12:30 Pinochle GA 1:00 Scrabble C 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Int Fargo Fit BR 1:00 Knit & Crochet GR 2:30 Band / Dancing BR

22 8:45 Int Yoga L 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Mahjong GA 8:45 Shopping Bus 10:00 Memory Strong CR 10:00 Canasta OS 10:30 Cardio Step & Abs GR 12:00 Pinochle L

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25 *9:00 Nurse 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Zumba Tone GR 12:30 Questions for the Social Worker 12:30 Mahjong GA 1:00 All Around Fitness BR 1:00 Setback GR 1:00 Blood Pressure 2:30 Chair Yoga BR

26 *9:00 Nurse 9:00Walking GR 9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR 10:00 Bring it Back GR 10:00 Ladies Billiards 10:00 Cribbage GA 12:00 Pinochle GA 12:30 Open Circle 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Up-Right and Balanced GR

27 9:00 Walk at Nod Brook 9:00 Walking GR 9:30 Quilting CR 10:30 Zumba Gold BR 1:00 Bingo GR 1:00 Open Painting CR 1:15 Charlemagne C 3:00 iPAD Mini Class GA 3:00 Coloring Club GR 3:00 Power Burst BR

28 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Begin Yoga L 9:30 Ceramics CR 10:00 Mexican Train GA 10:30 Beg. Fargo Fit BR 12:00 Pool Tournament 12:30 Pinochle GA 1:00 Scrabble C 1:00 Bridge OS 1:00 Int Fargo Fit BR 1:00 Knit & Crochet GR 2:30 Band / Dancing BR

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8:45 Int Yoga L 9:00 Walking GR 9:00 Mahjong GA 10:00 Memory Strong CR 10:00 Canasta OS 10:30 Cardio Step & Abs GR 12:00 Pinochle L

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Plainville Senior Center , 200 East Street, Plainville CT 06062 Phone 860-747-5728