Community Resources

FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIP

The Community Center Fitness Room is open to Seymour Resi-

dents and Senior Center Members. It is located in the Seymour

Community Center and includes two treadmills, rowing machine,

stationary bike, an all-in-one gym, dumbells, and body bars.

Membership Cost: FREE

Days & Times: Mon – Thurs, 8 am – 4:30 pm,

Fri — 8:00 am – 12 pm

POOL MEMBERSHIP

Seymour High School Pool is open for swimming, exercise and

fun on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Spring

hours will include Saturdays. Adult lap lanes available. Registra-

tion required.

Membership Fees: $40-$75 Residents

Dates: September— May

Days & Times: Mon, Wed, & Thurs, 7 – 9 pm

SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP

A Senior Membership is recommended to attend a Senior Pro-gram or Trip. Not ready to become a member? You can still at-tend by paying an additional fee of $5.00 for the event/trip. Year-ly membership runs from July 1 to June 30. Annual Fees: 50-79 yrs. $5 Res/$7 Non Res.

80+ FREE (must renew annually July 1)

Memberships

SEYMOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY

Various programs are offered for children and adults at the Sey-

mour Public Library. To learn more go to

www.seymourpubliclibrary.com or call 203-888-3903.

TRANSPORTATION

Seymour Community Services provides scheduled transportation

for seniors to local grocery stores, Doctor Appointments, the Sey-

mour Oxford Food Bank and events at the community center.

Sunday transportation to church is also provided. Reservations

are required please call at least 48 hours in advance.

MUNICIPAL AGENT

The Municipal Agent for the Elderly assists seniors in Seymour

by disseminating information regarding the myriad of available

community resources and government benefits. The Municipal

Agent, Bonnie Wilkes will advise and connect Seymour Seniors

with available resources to maintain a healthy, happy, independ-

ent, self-sufficient life. Office hours Thursdays by appointment.

203-881-0256 or bwilkes@seymourct.org.

VETRAN’S SERVICES

Veteran's needing information about services and benefits availa-

ble in the State of Connecticut should contact Seymour Commu-

nity Services. For information call 203-888-0406.

Seymour Community Services is pleased to release our Fall/Winter Program Guide. We offer a

wide variety of social activities, educational programs, day & overnight trips, and fitness classes

for those of all ages. Whether your goal is to find a sport for your child, develop a new skill, im-

prove your emotional or physical well-being, or travel, we have you covered. Our mission is to

connect individuals, families and seniors by encouraging good health, education and socialization.

Thank You! This mailing is made possible by the generous support of local businesses and organi-

zations. The next time you are looking for a service, dinner out or a handy man please consider

those listed on the back page of this guide. Without their sponsorship this mailer would not be

possible.

As always, our door is open. Please send us an email at CommunityCenter@seymourct.org or give

a call with any ideas or suggestions you may have.

Seymour Community Services

20 Pine Street

Seymour, CT 06483

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Seymour Community Services Administrative office Hours:

Mon – Thurs 8 am – 4:30 pm

Fridays 8 am – Noon

203-888-0406

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SEYMOUR, CT 06483

Mary McNelis Director

Community Services

Tara Miller Community Services Assistant

Lucy McConologue Elderly Services

Program Manager

Zack Philippas Recreation

Program Manager

Bonnie Wilkes Municipal Agent

Administrative Office Hours

Mon—Thurs 8 am—4:30 pm

Friday 8 am—12 pm

203-888-0406

Help us Help those in Need

On December 5th The American Red Cross, Seymour Ambulance Association & Seymour Community Services

will be hosting a Blood Drive at the Community Center To register, visit seymourcommunityservices.com or call 203-999-1108

To Register for a Program or Activity Visit:

Www.seymourcommunityservices.com—24/7 or call 203-888-0406

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Seymour Community Center

20 pine Street, Seymour, CT 06483

Day and Overnight Trips Pool Memberships

See Membership Section for times & cost.

Masters Swim Club

Master’s Swim Club is for anyone 18+ who wants to swim with

others. All levels are welcome. Workouts will be coached Mon &

Wed. Thurs workout will be posted. Membership included.

Days: Mon, Wed, & Thurs Time: 7:15 -8:15 pm

Session I: Sept—Dec Session II: January—May

Cost: Session: $180 Monthly: $65 Drop-in: $10

Swim Lessons

Keep your child safe in the water. Mommy & Me, Pre-K, Begin-

ner and Intermediate lessons available. Lessons take place on

Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.

Dates: Jan-June (7 week session) Times: Vary

Cost: $80/Res, $95/non-residents

Water Exercise Classes

Aquatic Fitness uses the natural resistance of water to provide a

wide variety of conditioning activity. Swimming not required

and flotation devices are used frequently.

Day: Wed Time: 7:15–8:15 pm Cost:$40/Res/$55/NonRes

Adult Programs

Aquatic Programs

LIFE REIMAGINED

Reimaging your life can mean new passions to

pursue, work that’s rewarding, great people to

connect with and a healthier and more fulfilling

lifestyle. Suitable for adults of all ages

Date: Tuesday, Sept., 19 Location: Community Center

Time: 6:30—8:00 pm Cost: Free

MEDICARE INFO PROGRAM

Understanding Medicare can be challenging. New regulations,

additional coverage and the best supplemental coverage for your

needs will be discussed.

Date: Wednesday, Oct 4 Location: Community Center

Time: 9:30 am Cost: Free to the Public

FLU CLINIC

Stay healthy this winter. Valley Health District will be providing

flu shots to residents 18 years or older. Insurance Cards accept-

ed.

Date: Wednesday, Oct 11 Location: Community Center

Time: 9 – 11:00 am Cost: Insurance Card

KNOW THE SIGNS - ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

Learn the signs of dementia & Alzheimer’s disease. What's typical

as we age? What are the signs for early detection?

Date: Mon, Oct. 16 Location: Community Center

Time: 11 am Cost: Free

CHAIR MASSAGE

The benefits of massage are many. Increased circulation, range

of motion in joints, decreased pain and restriction of movement,

and a boost in immune system function.

Date: Begins Oct 19 Location: Community Center

Time: 10 am—1 pm Cost: $15/15 min

FOOT CARE SERVICE

A specially trained registered nurse will be available to assess

your feet & lower extremities. The RN will trim, file, and clean

your nails, reduce any thickened toe nails, smooth corns & callus-

es, and massage & moisturize your feet.

Date: Begins Nov 13 Location: Community Center

Time: 9 am—12 pm Cost:$30/30 min at time of service

MOHEGAN SUN MONTHLY CASINO TRIP

Includes motor coach transportation, $15 food voucher or free buf-

fet, & $15 wheel play. Travels the last Monday of every month.

Departs: 8 am Cost: $22

MONTICELLO RACEWAY & CASINO

Travel with us and enjoy playing the slots & ponies.

Lunch on own. Post time 1:00 pm.

Date: Monday, Oct 23 Cost: $10

Departs: 8:00 am on CC bus Location: Monticello, NY

WASHINGTON, DC/ANNAPOLIS TRIP

Stay at Arlington/Crystal City Embassy Suites. Tour includes Mon-

uments, War Memorials & Museums. Includes 7 meals.

Date: Nov 2 - 5 Location: Washington, DC

Departs: TBD Cost: $794/DO/$1106/SO

44TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES & TRADITION

Spend a morning visiting the Wadsworth Athenaeum viewing a

display of holiday trees and wreaths decorated by artists, commu-

nity members, & organizations.

Date: Friday, Dec 1 Location: Hartford, CT

Departs: 9:30 on CC Bus Cost: $23, Lunch on own

WOODBURY COMMONS OUTLETS

Woodbury Commons is a Premium Outlet Shopping Center with

over 200 stores. It is a great place to do your holiday shopping .

Date: Saturday, Dec 2 Location: Central Valley, NY

Departs: 8 am CC Bus Cost: $8

THE NUNSENSE CHRISTMAS MUSICAL

The Sisters, Father Virgil, and the Mount St. Helen’s students sing,

dance, & act their way through this Christmas show.

Location: Seven Angels Theater Dates: Dec. TBD Cost: TBD

MOHEGAN SUN’S WINE & FOOD FEST

Annual Wine & Food Fest showcases celebrity chefs &

winemakers as well as wines, craft beers, spirits.

Date: Saturday, Jan 27 Location: Mohegan Sun

CONNECTICUT FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW

A showcase of floral arrangements, landscapes, plants, and lawn &

garden vendors. Fast Food is available.

Date: Thurs, Feb. 22 Location: Hartford Convention Center

Departs: 9:15 am Cost: $8 Pre-reg, $16 at door

A CHORUS LINE

This matinee is a mixture of dance, song, and compelling drama.

Date: Thursday, March 29 Location: Westchester Theatre

Departs: 9:30 am, CC bus Cost: $65, price includes lunch.

SENIOR MONTHLY LUNCH BUNCH TRIPS

Each month we venture out to a local restaurant, enjoying great

food and friends. Transportation provided on the

Community Bus

Departs: 11:30 am Cost: Lunch on own

Wed, Oct 18, Painted Pony Mon, Nov 6, Olive Garden/Christmas Tree Shop Wed, Dec 6, Junipers/Gingerbread House Display Mon, Jan 22, Brookside Wed, Feb 21, Italian Pavilion

SENIOR CENTER IN-HOUSE LUNCHES

Enjoy a catered lunch and entertainment with friends at the

Community Center. Local? Need a ride? Give us a call.

Time: 12 Noon Cost: $8 except pot luck

Dates: Sept 14 Pot Luck Dec. 21 Holiday Lunch Oct 26 Octoberfest Jan 11 Pot Luck Nov 16 Thanksgiving Feb 14 Pancake Brunch

Day Time Class Session

Price

Drop-in

Rate

10–10:45 am Chair Yoga $5 Mon

6:30—7:30 pm Zumba Dance $45 $8

Tue 10–11 am Tai Chi Easy II $40 $8

7-9 pm Line Dancing $75 none

Wed 9–10 am Tai Chi Easy I $40 none

7:15-8:15 pm Water Exercise $40 none

Thur

9-9:45 am Chair Tai Chi $3

9–10 am Zumba Gold Members Free $5

10–11 am Qigong $3

Sat 9–10 am Zumba Dance $45 $8

9:45-10:30 am Family Tai Chi $3/$7 family

Fitness Class Schedule

Youth Activities & Programs TURN IT UP

Calling all Parents and children 2 – 5 years old! join us for a fun

filled class of singing, dancing, and movement.

Date: Tues, Sept 19 – Nov 7 Time: 9:00 – 9:45 am

Cost: $65 Location: Community Center

MARCY’S TENNIS PROGRAM

No matter the skill level of your child, he or she will learn the cor-

rect way to hit shots, move on the court and observe the rules of

the game emphasizing fun & sportsmanship.

Days: Tues at CLS or Thurs at Bungay Dates: Nov 14– Dec 21

Time: 3:40 – 4:40 pm Cost: $85

HOBBY QUEST AT CLS & BUNGAY SCHOOL

Airplane Captains act as commander in this exclusive flying

club, you’ll learn fundamental STEM concepts to build your own

air crafts.

Days: Tues, Bungay or Thurs, CLS Dates: Sept 26 –Nov 9

Time: 3:45 – 4:45 pm Cost: $99

Denim Dreams teaches about garment design and creation,

from choosing a design and sketching to final fitting!

Days: Tues, CLS or Thurs, Bungay Dates: Sept 26 –Nov 9

Time: 3:45 – 4:45 pm Cost: $99

CHESS CLUB AT CLS & SMS

Learn the game of chess or hone up on your skills.

Friendly matches will be played.

Day: Weds at CLS or Thurs at SMS Cost: $24

Dates: Sept 20 – Nov 9 Time: 3:45 – 5 pm

TANG SOO DOO (KOREAN MARTIAL ARTS)

The tradition of Tang Soo Do inspires its practitioners to improve

their bodies, minds, hearts, and spirits through the challenge of

making growth-minded choices. Ages 6 and up.

Date: Tues & Thurs Location: Community Center

Cost: $70/$75/Month Res/NonRes Time: 4–6 pm, 1 hr. classes

ART VENTURES—COLUMBUS HOLIDAY

Think outside the box about art as it relates to the world around

us! Sculpt an awesome mask out of clay and bring it to life with

paint, feathers, and more! Grades: K-4 Time: 9 am–noon

Date: Mon, Oct 9 Cost: $38

Location: Community Center

POWDER RIDGE SNOW TUBING—MLK HOLIDAY

On their day off, Middle Schoolers enjoy 2 hours of tubing at

Powder Ridge. Students can bring money for concession stand.

Date: Mon, Jan 15 Departure Time: 3:15 pm Cost: TBD

To Register for a Program or Activity Visit:

www.seymourcommunityservices.com—24/7 or call 203-888-0406

Adult Sports & Fitness COUCH TO 5K

Have you always wanted to run or walk a 5k but didn't know how

to start? Our coach will support you all the way to the finish line!

Days: Tues & Thurs, Sept 26—Nov 23

Time: 6 pm Location: SHS Track Cost: $45

2ND ANNUAL DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT

If you thought Dodgeball was fun in the 4th grade, try

it as a grown-up. Must be in HS or older to participate.

Price includes pizza and t-shirt.

Date: Nov 24 Time: 5:00 – 8:30 pm Cost: $15/pp

OPEN VOLLEYBALL

Bump, set, and spike at the Community Center with adult coed

volleyball. New teams will join every week!

Days: Tuesdays, Oct 3 – Nov 28 Time: 6:30- 8:00 pm

Location: Community Center Gym Cost: $15/session

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE (UNDER 40)

Teams & individual players are welcome.

Days: Thurs, Sept 28 – Nov 16 Time: 6 – 9 pm

Location: SMS Cost: $45/pp

ADULT MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE (OVER 30)

Teams & individual players are welcome.

Days: Sun, Jan 14 – March 4 Time: 6 – 9 pm Cost: $45/pp

Location: Community Center

Basketball INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL Grades: K-2 Date: Sat, Dec–Feb Times: Vary

RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Grades: 3rd-8th Dates: Dec -Feb Times: 6-9 pm

TRAVEL BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Participants must try-out & be selected in October.

Grades: 5th-8th Dates: Nov– Feb (Tryouts in October)

HIGH SCHOOL PICKUP BASKETBALL

Grades: 9th—12th Dates: Jan– June Time: TBA

Chair Yoga adapts yoga positions and poses

through creative use of a chair.

Qigong is a gentle exercise composed of move-

ments that are repeated a number of times,

stretching the body, increasing fluid movement & building

awareness of how the body moves.

Tai Chi Easy includes steps & exercises that improve mobility,

breathing and relaxation. The movements don’t require deep

bending or squatting. Designed for all levels and abilities.

Zumba Dance takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-

intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-

burning dance fitness party.

Zumba GOLD Perfect for active older adults. The class intro-

duces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on bal-

ance, range of motion and coordination.

Line Dancing This beginner line dance class will teach partici-

pants classic and fresh new country line dances.