S ENIOR C ENTER S ERVICES Senior Tax Relief: Applications for State and Local Senior Tax Relief must be submitted between February 1 and May 15. Forms will be mailed to prior recipients who may complete the forms required, including copies of their income tax return and social security documents, and send them to the Assessor before March 15 . After March 15, completed applications must be dropped off at the Assessors Office prior to the deadline of May 15 . New applicants may come to the Assessor's Office for assis- tance. Assessor’s Office 203-622-7885 Social Services: (Town Hall Number) 203-622-3831 Linda Sandiaes, LCSW 203-622-7797 Senior Center Office Hours Wednesdays: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Rent Rebate: May 1 Through Oct 15 9:00 am - 11:00 am By appointment only Contact: Jayne Wilson for more information Dept. of Human Services 203-622-6458 Energy Assistance: Oct 15 thru April 30 Shut-offs, out of oil, emergency issues By appointment only Dept. of Human Services 203 622-3800 Transportation: Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish to come to the center. Reservations can be made at the front desk until 1:00 pm 203 862-6700 In case of cancellation call TAG: 203 637-4345 USE (Utilize Senior Energy): A no-fee employee referral service for adults aged 50 plus. Located on the ground floor. Please visit USEstaffing.org for more information. Open Mon thru Fri 203-862-6712 Hours are 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Director Michael Amoroso 203-862-6712 YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse Services Hotline: 203-622-0003 GREENWICH SENIOR CENTER: Open Monday thru Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Front Desk 203-862-6700 Administrator Laurette Helmrich 203-862-6720 Program Specialist Lynn Mason 203-862-6721 Administrative Staff Assistant I Deana Salerno 203/862-6700 Morrison, Inc. Food Services Executive Chef Teddy Torchon 203/862-6725 Commission on Aging (CoA): Open Mon thru Fri, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Director Lori Contadino, MS 203/862-6710 Customer Service Representative Maria Higbie 203/862-6710 Fraud Watch Network: If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, contact: 877-908-3360 Greenwich Dept. of Health: The Health Suite is located on the ground Floor. Public Health Nurse: Free walk-in visits Tuesdays from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm Health Suite 203-862-6730 Dept of Health 203-622-7859 Luncheon by Morrison Foods, Inc. A hot meal is served Mon thru Fri between 12 & 1pm. Please make reservations the day before at front desk by 11:00 am. For Monday, please call the Friday before. Reservations the day of the lunch will not guarantee you a meal. Noon meal prices: Dining in: $5.00 To-Go: $5.50 Alzheimer’s Assoc Office Hours: Shannon Jordan 860-329-9403 10:00 am to 3:00 pm 2nd Weds of month, lower level lyman orchards sunflowerslyman orchards sunflowers View/ Like Us On The Town of Greenwich Facebook Page NEW AT GSC Aging Mastery Program Bruce Museum Art Workshop Health & Wellness Expo TECH Workshop w/Nyle Garg Trip to the Arctic Walk the Distance w/Wendy Water Aerobics @ YWCA Watercolor Painting & Drawing Quilt Raffle: See Page 7 AUGUST 2019 www.greenwichct.gov 203-862-6700 Greenwich Senior Center 299 Greenwich Avenue
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SENIOR CENTER SERVICES
Senior Tax Relief:
Applications for State and Local Senior Tax Relief must be submitted between February 1 and May 15. Forms will be mailed to prior recipients who may complete the forms required, including copies of their income tax return and social security documents, and send them to the Assessor before March 15. After March 15, completed applications must be dropped off at the Assessors Office prior to the deadline of May 15. New applicants may come to the Assessor's Office for assis-tance.
Assessor’s Office 203-622-7885
Social Services:
(Town Hall Number) 203-622-3831
Linda Sandiaes, LCSW 203-622-7797
Senior Center Office Hours
Wednesdays: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Rent Rebate: May 1 Through Oct 15
9:00 am - 11:00 am
By appointment only
Contact: Jayne Wilson for more information
Dept. of Human Services 203-622-6458
Energy Assistance: Oct 15 thru April 30
Shut-offs, out of oil, emergency issues
By appointment only
Dept. of Human Services 203 622-3800
Transportation: Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish to come to the center. Reservations can be made at the front desk until 1:00 pm 203 862-6700
In case of cancellation call TAG: 203 637-4345
USE (Utilize Senior Energy): A no-fee employee referral service for adults aged 50 plus. Located on the ground floor. Please visit USEstaffing.org for more information.
Open Mon thru Fri 203-862-6712
Hours are 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Director
Michael Amoroso 203-862-6712
YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse
Services Hotline: 203-622-0003
GREENWICH SENIOR CENTER: Open Monday thru Friday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Front Desk 203-862-6700
Administrator Laurette Helmrich 203-862-6720 Program Specialist Lynn Mason 203-862-6721 Administrative Staff Assistant I Deana Salerno 203/862-6700
Morrison, Inc. Food Services
Executive Chef Teddy Torchon
203/862-6725
Commission on Aging (CoA):
Open Mon thru Fri, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Director Lori Contadino, MS 203/862-6710
Customer Service Representative Maria Higbie 203/862-6710
Fraud Watch Network: I f you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, contact: 877-908-3360
Greenwich Dept. of Health: The Health Suite is located on the ground Floor. Public Health Nurse: Free walk-in visits Tuesdays from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Health Suite 203-862-6730
Dept of Health 203-622-7859
Luncheon by Morrison Foods, Inc.
A hot meal is served Mon thru Fri between 12 & 1pm. Please make reservations the day before at front desk by 11:00 am.
For Monday, please call the Friday before.
Reservations the day of the lunch will not guarantee you a meal.
Noon meal prices: Dining in: $5.00
To-Go: $5.50
Alzheimer’s Assoc Office Hours: Shannon Jordan 860-329-9403
Aging Mastery Program: Classes are designed to give you the skills
and tools needed to achieve measurable improvements in managing
your health, remaining economically secure, and contributing actively
to society. 10 week class beginning September 2019. $20 for entire
course. See Page 5.
Aqua classes at the YWCA: Drop in on any of 5 Aqua classes at the YWCA. $5/class, only pay when you attend. Obtain registration form from the Senior Center.
Art Workshop at the Bruce Museum: Calling all artists and
aspiring artists...Do not miss this once in a lifetime opportunity!!
Beginners welcome!! See page 12.
Ghostly Gala !!: Billy and the Showmen w ill rock the house and wake the dead at the Knights of Columbus Hall on October 25, 2019; 5 - 8 pm; Food provided by Garden Catering; costumes optional but encouraged; Registration required $15 per person; transportation available. Stay tuned for further details.
SAVE THE DATE !! 2019 Health & Wellness Expo !!: Flu & Pneumonia vaccines, Free health screenings, Lunch, door prizes and much, much more. Thursday October 3rd. Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. 9 am - 1 pm.
Quilt raffle: Take a chance on winning this year’s gorgeous quilt created by our Senior Center Quilters. See pg. 7 for more information.
Tech Workshop with Nyle Garg: Each session will cover one or more tech-related topics and include time for individual questions. Bring your iPhone, Android, iPad or other device. Workshop is FREE But Sign-up Required. See Page 7 for more details.
Walk the Distance w/Wendy: Turn a walk into a total body workout at Bruce Park. Friday mornings 11:00 - 11:45am; September 6th - November 22, 2019. Registration Required. $10 for 12 weeks session.
Watercolor Painting & Drawing: Journaling in Nature at Grass
Island Park with Christine Gordon. See page 6.
Westchester Broadway Theatre: Mambo Italiano Wednesday
September 4th, $65; The NY Tenors Tuesday December 17th, $82. Price includes transportation (if needed), show, 3 course meal and all t a x es and gratuities. Tickets are limited so book early. Page 15
Join world traveler David Roberts as he returns to share his journey to the Arctic including: Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen, Franz Joseph Land and all the way to the
North Pole on a Russian ice breaker.
Not to be missed!!!
Tuesday August 20, 2019
1:00 pm
Greenwich Senior Center
299 Greenwich Avenue
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Senior Time
- Roger Young, Member
At the Center, Senior Center, Eating well and killing time Stayed a lady, over eighty, Dancing Zumba, playing chimes. She was running, she was running. Running from old Father Time. She’ll be running, live forever, Dancing Zumba, playing chimes. ____________________________
Christmas in September
Join the quilters on September 10th to share in their “Open Boutique” in the Lower Level Craft Room from 11:45 am to 2:45 pm where you will find an assortment of decorative and useful items from glassware to rugs and even some children’s toys - all at bargain prices.
All proceeds will be used by the quilters to purchase materials needed for their next quilting project.
1. Synapse 11. An Egg 2. Syphilis 12. They are Grandfather, 3. Hungary Father and Son 4. Bonnie 13. 888 + 88 + 8 + 8 +8 = 1,000 5. Rembrandt 14. Silence 6. Veins 15. A Bulldozer 7. Orange 16. Just one, me. 8. Chuck 9. Insects 10. Gerald Ford
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HELPFUL INFORMATION HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER:
Membership is free to Greenwich Residents age 62 or better. Hours of operation are Mon thru Fri 9 am - 4 pm
Joining is easy! Register with any Senior Center staff member who will issue you a key tag. You must provide proof of residency. Note: There is a $5 fee to replace lost key tags.
Swipe the tag at the screen in our front lobby, choose your programs for the day on the touch screen, and you’re good to go!
We offer parking passes that must be renewed each January for $5.00. Note: Members must utilize the Senior Center a minimum of 12 times per year in order to qualify for the pass. Your current CT license plate number is required for our records.
WiFi is free for all members.
HOW TO HAVE BREAKFAST AND OR LUNCH WITH US
Sign up at front desk or by phone (203/ 862-6700) one day prior (or Friday for Monday lunch). Lunch sign-up ends each day promptly at 11:00 am. Please indicate if you choose to dine in or take out when signing up.
Alternative luncheon items: Must be ordered prior to 11:00 am. Absolutely no changes will be accepted after that time.
Please be advised:
If you sign up the same day as you wish to have lunch, we cannot guarantee a meal.
Due to the increased volume of lunches served, we may run out of an item on the menu. Meals are subject to change and substitutions may occur.
“To-Go” Lunches: Subject to availability and cost an additional 50 cents.
Must be picked up between 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm and cannot be held for later.
Packed standard, no substitutions allowed.
If you wish to purchase an additional to-go meal, you must wait until everyone has been served.
The following fees are now in effect: Coffee $1.00 Muffin or Toast with Coffee $1.50 Two muffins or Toast with Coffee $3.00 Lunch $5.00 To Go Lunch $5.50 Soup, Salad & Beverage $2.00 Dessert & Coffee $2.00
SENIOR CENTER PARTIES, TRIPS, & EVENTS:
Although the majority of programs are free, there are fees associated with our trips, theme/holiday parties and some programs. A staff member will be available Monday thru Fri-day 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to assist with trip/event sign-ups and table assignments. Fees are payable by cash or check. Please make checks payable to: “Friends of the Greenwich Senior Center” or for your convenience, we can stamp the check for you. The Senior Center is not re-sponsible in whole or in part to trip participants for any loss or damage to persons or property. There are No Refunds, No Party Reservation Transfers, and No To-Go Meals at any Senior Center Events.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE:
Bus service between your home and the Senior Center is provided Mon thru Fri by the Trans-portation Association of Greenwich (TAG). Your arrival at the Center is ~9:00 am and depar-ture is at 2:45 pm. Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish to come to the Center. Reservations can be made at the Front Desk until 1:00 pm or call 203-862-6700 the day before to have your name placed on the transportation list. In case of cancellation please call TAG directly at 203 637-4345
Sorry, no substitutions on breakfast
or lunch items
will be
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Join the adventure!
will be running the Aging Mastery Program®
10 Wednesdays; September 18 - November 20, 2019 10:00 am - 11:30 am; $20 for entire course
Classes will be held at the Greenwich YWCA 299 East Putnam Avenue
Life expectancy has increased dramatically in the past 50 years,
and many people are not prepared for this increased longevity.
This program incorporates evidence-informed materials, expert
speakers, group discussion, peer support, and small rewards to
give participants the skills and tools to achieve measurable
improvement.
Topics include: Exercise, Sleep, Healthy Eating and Hydration
In this “Mini Retreat”, you will be guided to expand and deepen your relationship with nature through art. Using mindful attention to
details, you will be guided through a creative process noticing and interpreting the subtleties of the natural beauty around you.
Bring With You: All-purpose sketchbook - or watercolor paper sketchbook
Black “Micron” drawing pen - or other waterproof pen
Watercolors (small pocket box set), brushes, water for paints.
Suggested items: Paper towels, drinking water, lawn chair, sunblock, snacks, hat, camera, etc.
Instructor will meet class at Grass Island at 9:30 am
Directions from Town Hall:
Southwest on Field Point Rd. across Railroad Ave to traffic light
Left under railroad bridge onto Horseneck Lane
First Right onto Shore Rd.
Left turn into Grass Island Page 6
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JOIN US FOR A TRIP TO THE
WESTCHESTER BROADWAY THEATRE FOR:
THE WORLD PREMIER OF
** Based on the film written by Steve Galluccio & Émile Gaudreault; Score by
James Olmstead and Omri Schein, book by Tom Polum and Jean Cheever.
** It’s not a democracy. It’s a family!
** Follow Maria and Gino Barbieri as they struggle to keep the family restaurant in
Hammonton, NJ from going under. But things go from bad to worse when their
grandkids, Angelo and Anna move out of the house. And what’s more, neither
of them is married! There’s only one way you leave an Italian home – Married
or Dead!
** Part “My Big Fat Greek Wedding”, part “Fiddler on the Roof” this hilarious new
musical is served with love. Just like mama used to make!
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Price: $65.00 includes bus, 3 course meal, gratuities & show
Time: Bus Leaves Senior Center at 10:15 am Sharp
Returns: ~4:15 pm SEATS ARE LIMITED !!
THE NEW YORK TENORS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL The New York tenors celebrate the holiday season in this evening of Christmas spirit. Inspirational performances of newly created and timeless Christmas classics move the audience from the days of Irving Berlin to the millennium.
Spotlighting the singing voices of legendary singing policeman, Daniel Rodriquez, famed Irish Tenor, Andy Cooney, and the gifted Christopher Macchio, The NY Tenors are made up of three brilliant individuals who alone are skilled and creative, but when combined, make a formidable force that should not be missed!
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Price: $82.00 includes bus, 3 course meal, gratuities & show
Time: Bus Leaves Senior Center at 10:30 am Sharp
Returns: ~4:15 pm SEATS ARE LIMITED !! Page 15
TRIVIA
1. What is the name for the chemical and electrical connection formed at the gaps between nerve cells?
2. How did Al Capone die?
3. Budapest is the capital of which European city?
4. What was the name of Rhett and Scarlett’s daughter in ‘Gone with the Wind’?
5. What artist’s largest work is called “The Night Watch”?
6. What blood vessels carry blood towards the heart?
7. Triple sec is a clear liqueur of what flavor?
8. What does Peppermint Patty always call Charlie Brown in the Comic strip ‘Peanuts’?
9. What is entomology the study of?
10. At the time the U.S. was celebrating its bicentennial, who was President?
RIDDLES
1. What has to be broken before it can be used?
2. Two fathers and two sons are in a car, yet there are only three people in the car. How is this possible? 3. Using only addition, how can you add 8 8’s to get 1,000? 4. What disappears as soon as you say its name? 5. What do you call a sleeping bull? 6. While on my way to St. Ives, I saw a man with 7 wives. Each wife had 7 sacks. Each sack had 7 cats. Each cat had 7 kittens. Kittens, cats, sacks, wives, how many were going to St. Ives?
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FREE Tech Workshop -with Nyle Garg
Nyle will answer any questions you have regarding:
iPhones, iPads, Apps, Laptops
Gmail, Email, Texts
Facebook, Skype
Apps that can help you stay in touch with
loved ones.
Storage
Workshop is free but registration required. See Lynn In Main office or call 203-862-6721. Bring your devices, reading glasses & questions to workshop!
**Wednesday August 21st; 11:00 - 11:45 am,
Main Dining Room
Greenwich
Senior Center
Quilters
$1/ticket
$5/6 tickets
Drawing:
12/20/2019***
***You do not need to be
present to win Page 7
299 O N T H E AV E N U E LU N C H E O N AP R I L 2019 C H E F T E D D Y T O R C H O N M E N U I S S U B J E C T T O C H A N G E
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1
5 Bacon corn
chowder Soup
Baked Fish Sweet Potato Mash
Broccoli
Pears
2 3 4
88
Cheesy Potato Soup
Chicken Marsala
White Rice
Brussel Sprouts
Chocolate Cake
9
Soulful Chicken Soup
Baked Pork Chop
Baked Potato
Zucchini
Fresh Fruit
10
Split Pea Soup
Meatloaf w/Gravy
Garlic Orzo
Peas & Carrots
Banana Pudding
11
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Turkey Goulash
Tossed Salad
Sugar Cookies
15
Lentil Soup
Spaghetti
w/Meat Sauce
Garlic Bread
Vanilla Pudding
16 Cream of Carrot
Soup
Roasted Turkey w/gravy
Brown Rice
Green Beans
Jello
17 Beef Barley
Soup
Shepherd’s Pie w/Brown Gravy
Snow Peas
Fresh Honeydew
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Minestrone Soup
Shrimp Stir Fry
White Rice
Cream Pie
22
Vegetable Soup
Cajun Chicken
Pasta
Chocolate Pudding
23
Chicken Soup
Meatball Sub
Potato Wedges
Coleslaw
Pound Cake w/Topping
24
Potato Leek Soup
Pork Marsala
Mashed Potato
Spinach
Jello
25
Two Bean Soup
Baked Mac & Cheese
Mixed Vegetable
Banana Pudding
26
Cream of Broccoli
Soup
Stuffed Fish
Brown Rice
Peas
Fresh Fruit
29
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Eggplant
Parmesan
Tossed Salad
Dinner Roll
Fresh Cantaloupe
30
Cream of Spinach Soup
Beef Stroganoff Over Noodles
Yellow Squash
Peaches
Light
Breakfast
Served
Mon thru Fri
9:15-10:15 am
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Butternut Squash Soup
Fish Florentine
Mashed Potato
Fresh Carrots
Pears
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Light
Breakfast
Served
Mon thru Fri
9:15-10:15 am
Home Made
Hot Soup
&
Fresh House
Salad
“If more of us valued food & cheer & song
above hoarded gold, it would be
a merrier world”
-JRR Tolkien
1 Cream of Carrot
Soup
Chicken Stroganoff over
Egg Noodles Oatmeal Cookie
S oup
2 Split Pea Soup
Baked Fish
Orzo
Sauteed Spinach
Fresh Fruit
85
Cream of Broccoli Soup
Spaghetti w/Meatballs
Garden Salad
Jello
6
White Bean Soup
Turkey Croquette w/Gravy
Mashed Potato
Asian Blend
Italian Ice
7
Turkey Tortilla Soup
Curry Chicken
White Rice
Sauteed Cabbage
Chocolate Cake
8
entiLentil Soup Sloppy Joe on a
Bun
Potato Wedges
Broccoli Slaw
Pears
9
Cream of Tomato Soup
Shrimp Kabob
Garlic Couscous
Watermelon
12
French Onion Soup
Lemon Pepper Chicken
Mashed Potato-Carrots
Fresh Honeydew
13
Mushroom Soup
BBQ Ribs
Potato Salad
Corn on the Cob
Banana Cream
Pie
14 Cabbage and
Beef Soup
Penne ala Vodka
Garlic Bread
Vanilla Pudding
15 Sausage &
Greens Soup
Pot Roast
Boiled Red
Potatoes
Cinnamon Apple
16 Chicken Noodle
Soup
Creole Fish
White Rice
Snow Peas
Pie
19
Pasta Fagioli
Roasted Pork Loin
w/Gravy
Butternut Squash
Red Bliss Mash
Pear Crisp
20
Chicken Dumpling Soup
Stuffed Pepper Roasted
Cauliflower
Tapioca Pudding
21 Vegetable Soup
BBQ Chicken Salad Sandwich
Potato Chips
Sauteed Zucchini Sticks
Jello Cake
22
Barley Soup
Pasta Carbonara
Asparagus
Fruit Cocktail
23
Butternut Squash
Tuna Fish Wrap
Mango Coleslaw
Potato Chips
Ice Cream
26
Country Fish
Chowder
Meatloaf
w/Mushroom
Gravy
Sweet Mashed
Corn
Peaches
27
Beef Lentil Soup
Sundried Tomato & Sausage Pasta
Garden Salad
Chocolate Pudding
28 Turkey Noodle
Soup
Chicken Piccata
Brown Rice
Broccoli Boston Cream
Pie
29 Chicken Bean
Soup
Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
Peas & Carrots
Fresh Pineapple
30 Cream of
Spinach Soup
Lemon Pepper Fish
Mashed Potato
Brussel Sprouts
Sugar Cookie
299 ON THE AVENUE LUNCHEON AUGUST 2019
C H E F T E D DY T O R C H O N M E N U I S S U B J E C T T O C H A N G E
A poem by Kathryn Whitehurst, one of our most recent Total Brain Health 2.0
graduates:
M ay I enjoy this day,
E specially the flowers I see along the way.
M any tulips, daffodils and roses line the lane,
O ther blooms I can’t yet name.
R ecalling names that sound the same,
Y es, I will keep repeating them as if I’m playing a game. ______________________________________________________________________________________
ROBOCALLS:
Robocalls are made whenever a registered class or event is cancelled/
changed or we are closed due to weather. These calls will come from
Massachusetts so please do not ignore!! If you do not receive a robocall,
please see staff to ensure that we have your correct phone number. _____________________________________________________________________________________
As you prepare your legacy for your family and community, please consider making a tax-deductible bequest to The Friends of the Greenwich Senior Cen-ter. Your contribution will help us to provide vitally needed support and ser-vices to our members.
If you would like to designate a gift to a specific program or “To Honor” a loved one, please tell us and we will do our best to meet your wishes.
If you have any questions, please call Laurette Helmrich, Greenwich Senior Center Administrator at (203) 862-6720.
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Finding that Missing Something
Next time you are checking out of the grocery store, linger a bit and chat with the person ringing up your items. Why? Because it adds to the quality of your life and longevity. No joke! Even small exchanges of social pleasantries give us a mental boost and relieves isolation.
Let’s face it: we don’t have a front porch anymore to greet the neighbors as they walk by. Instead, we have a back yard patio built for privacy but it also isolates us from the world. We spend a lot of time in front of screens – TV, computer and phones, instead of engaging in conversation over the fence. We live further away from family. These circumstances may be depressing and impact our health. We all need someone to discuss our day with, share a concern, laugh at a funny story. We can’t go months without a meaningful conversation.
If this sounds like you and the many Americans who admit to feeling lonely or isolated, it’s important to make a plan. Yes, strategize how to deepen your relationships by checking in with friends by phone. Participate in social events or hobbies that are meaningful to you. Take the time and pause and get to know someone better. Give someone a compliment you mean and then train yourself to really listen to the response. You won’t regret it. Research shows that even small exchanges at the grocery store, make us feel good. They give us a sense of belonging and improve the quality of our lives.
Lise LaPointe Jameson, LCSW is a clinical social worker and Executive Director of At Home in Greenwich Inc. a membership organization whose mission is to enable Greenw ich residents to confidently age in place. We offer stimulating social and educational programs that create ways to connect with a fun group of older adults in Greenwich. At Home also provides a safety net should a member need a referral for home repair, personal assistance or professional consultation. Reach her at (203) 422.2342 or athomeingreenwich.org.
CALLING ALL ARTISTS & ASPIRING ARTISTS!! Join us for the last of our ‘Summer with the Averys’ Workshop
with the Bruce Museum! Once again, this workshop will be
led by Dr. Louise Flax, a noted teaching and practicing artist,
paired with a gallery discussion led by Corinne Flax,
Manager of School & Community Partnership for the Bruce.
Session 3: Texture
Monday August 5th
from 9:30 am - 11:30 am Get a real feel for texture during a gallery discussion analyzing the different techniques the Averys used in their paintings.
Warm up by creating safety envelope landscapes that will have you embracing textures both rough and smooth. Afterwards, in the workshop, explore non-traditional elements that help achieve tex-ture in watercolor paintings.
$25 includes materials and snacks.
To sign up for the class please reach out to Corinne Flax at the Bruce Museum, 203-249-0238
or Lynn Mason at the Greenwich Senior Center 203-862-6721
Birthday Luncheon To help members’ celebrate their birthday, they will receive a voucher for a free lunch, courtesy of the GREATS, to be used at their choice of date and time. (You must sign up ahead of time at front desk!)
Bridge Play
Join other members for an afternoon of informal bridge. Check calendar for game dates and times.
Chair & Floor Yoga w/Paula & Jeannie
Jeannie Stevens and Paula Schooler bring
participants all the spiritual, physical and
mental benefits of Yoga in a chair and on
the floor! Held in the Far Lounge.
Chimers:
Join our Chiming group in making beautiful
Music with hand held Schulmerich hand
chimes in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
No music skills necessary.
FIT AFTER ‘50’ w/Wendy Rosa Get fit, improve balance, tone your body
And have fun at the same time.
Floor Yoga w/Jeannie & Paula
Hatha postures that challenge the body,
mind and spirit. It’s the real thing folks!
Floor mat is required. Namaste.
Shopping w/The TAG Bus Driver
Go shopping at Shop Rite of Stamford/
Walmart Rte.7 Norwalk/ Christmas Tree
Shop. Limit: 2 bags per person. Sign up
at the front desk. Check calendar for
dates. Limit: 20 shoppers.
Silvertones Choir
A group of enthusiastic seniors who
love to sing . Travel to area facilities/
organizations & events to perform live!
Two rehearsals per month.
T’ai Chi
Learn the moves and wellness benefits
of this ancient art from a Certified
Master. A safe form of exercise that
strengthens core balance, increases
mental function, and tones the body.
Classes can be held outdoors, weather
permitting. Afternoon and Evening
classes.
T’ai Chi Walk Improve balance, mindfulness and confidence in one’s step by learning how to apply core T’ai Chi principles to lwalking. Tai Chi Walk can be a study unto itself or an entry point to learning the full Tai Chi form to experience significant health benefits. Instructor Will Morrison was certified by Ed Young (“Professor Chen Man-ching’s senior teacher and translator and continues to be much sought after nationally and through his classes in Hastings NY
TechLounge
A variety of computing classes to meet
today’s demand. Only $5 per class.
Check calendar for class days and
times. Newly renovated!
Total Body/Mind Wellness Programs
Credentialed professionals discuss
modern mind/body health related top-
ics. See calendar for dates and times.
Total Brain Health: Memory 1.0 & 2.0
Total brain healthy living course.
Evidence based! 8 weeks for only $20.
See staff for courses and sign up.
Walk The Distance W/Wendy
This class will teach you how to turn
a walk into a total body workout. Walk
at your own pace with the group or a
partner.
We’ve Got Your Back w/Wendy Lee
Pro-active strength and toning class to combat and prevent back issues.
Zumba Gold w/Wendy Rosa
All the benefits of regular Zumba
for seniors now twice per week! Great
music & moves. We rock out to the
latest tunes. It’s the real thing.
Forever Fit/Mat: Class works to balance all muscle groups’
strength and flexibility, with an emphasis
on challenging core muscles with each
movement. Classes blend Pilates-based
exercises, balance, mat work and light
weights. 80 percent class is on the floor,
so the ability to get up and down onto the
floor is required. Registration req.($10 for
entire 12 week session)
Please bring mat and water to each class.
Garden Center Workshop
Held every month From Oct to March.
Create lovely live arrangements. Sign-up
required. Limit: 18 participants per class.
Italian Lessons w/Luciana
Learn Italian grammar from experienced
educator Luciana Orzano in a structured
forum. Classes meet every week.
I’ve Fallen But I Learned How To Get Up
Join us and learn how to avoid falling, and what to do if you do fall. What do you do first, and how do you attempt to get back up? Ability to get onto & up from floor req.
Joint Power w/Wendy Rosa You will be lead through a series of slow, static, healing movements scientifically proven to combat arthritis pain in seniors. Props and music are used for program
enhancement.
Knitting Knotch/Needlework Groups
All levels welcome. Create any item of your
choice. Instruction offered on Wed morn-
ings w/Debbie.
Lectures/Presentations & Evening Series
Professional guest speakers present on
interesting and informative topics including
healthcare, wellness, history, nature, elder
law and financial planning. Never a sales
pitch. Refreshments & giveaways at many
sessions!
Live Entertainment
Talented musical artists perform for your
pleasure. Dance & sing the morning or
afternoon away! Check calendar for dates
and times.
NYT Crosswords w/Ed Stein
Not your grandmother’s crosswords folks!
Pickup Tabletop Games
Random card/ board game sessions
throughout the day, Mon thru Fri.
Pilates Gold w/Jeannie
Challenge your body to static stretching
and toning. On the floor, or in a chair.
Mats required.
Quilting Patch
All are welcome to join this cheerful group.
Some instruction provided
M on d a y Tu es d ay We d nes da yPROGRAM LOCATION:
CR - Craft Room (downstairs)
FL - Far Lounge
GL - Greenwich Library
OS - Offsite
MDR - Main Dining Room
Bold Italics: Registration Required
August was named in honor of Augustus Caesar. It has 31 days because Augustus wanted as many days as Julius Caesar’s month of July had. They took that extra day from February. “For every fog in August there will be a snowfall in winter."
5 9:30 Basic Balance Class w/Wendy - FL
9:30 Painting at the Bruce Museum
9:45 Water Aerobics - Byram Pool
1:00 Afternoon Bridge - CR
1:30 Zumba Gold w/Wendy - MDR
2:15 Joint Power w/Wendy - FL
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk Beginner
6 9:45 Chair Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
10:00 Quilting Patch - CR
10:30 Canasta - MDR
10:45 T’ai Chi w/Bill Wrenn - FL
1:00 Floor Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
2:00 Pilates Gold - FL
7 10:15 Chair Yoga w/Paula
11:00 Floor Yoga w/Paula
1:45 Zumba Gold
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk w/Will
4:30 Forever Fit (Mat) w/Wendy
12 2 9:30 Basic Balance Class w/Wendy - FL
9:45 Water Aerobics - Byram Pool
1:00 Afternoon Bridge - CR
1:00 Shopping at Shoprite - OS
1:30 Zumba Gold w/Wendy - MDR
2:15 Joint Power w/Wendy - FL
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk Beginnner
w/Will Morrison - FL
13 9:45 Chair Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
10:00 Quilting Patch - CR
10:30 Canasta - MDR
1:00 Floor Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
2:00 T’ai Chi w/Bill Wrenn - FL
14
10:15 Chair Yoga w/Paula
11:00 Floor Yoga w/Paula
1:45 Zumba Gold
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk w/Will
4:30 Forever Fit (Mat) w/Wendy
19 9:30 Advanced Art - CR
9:30 Basic Balance Class w/Wendy - FL
9:45 Water Aerobics - Byram Pool
1:00 Afternoon Bridge - CR
1:30 Zumba Gold w/Wendy - MDR
2:15 Joint Power w/Wendy - FL
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk Beginnner w/Will
20 9:45 Chair Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
10:00 Quilting Patch - CR
10:30 Canasta
10:45 T’ai Chi w/Bill Wrenn - FL
1:00 Floor Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
1:00 Trip to the Arctic w/Dave Roberts
-MDR
2:00 Pilates Gold - FL
21 9:30 Beginner Art
10:15 Chair Yoga w/Paula
11:00 Floor Yoga w/Paula
11:00 Tech Class w/Nyle
1:45 Zumba Gold
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk w/Will
4:30 Forever Fit (Mat) w/Wendy
26 9:30 Advanced Art - CR
11:00 Basic Balance Class
w/Wendy - FL
1:00 Afternoon Bridge - CR
1:30 Zumba Gold w/Wendy - MDR
2:15 Joint Power w/Wendy - FL
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk Beginner
w/Will Morrison - FL
27 9:45 Chair Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
10:00 Quilting Patch - CR
10:30 Canasta - MDR
10:45 T’ai Chi w/Bill Wrenn - FL
1:00 Floor Yoga w/Jeannie - FL
2:00 Pilates Gold - FL
28 9:30 Beginner Art
9:30 Trip to Walmart
10:15 Chair Yoga w/Paula
11:00 Floor Yoga w/Paula
1:45 Zumba Gold
3:00 T’ai Chi Walk w/Will
4:30 Forever Fit (Mat) w/Wendy
AUGUST 2019 Calendar of EventsWe d nes da y T h u r sd ay F r i d ay
1 9:15 Body Balance & Stability - FL
10:00 Knitting Knotch - CR
1:00 Italian Lessons w/Luciana - CR
2:15 We’ve Got Your Back - FL
5:30 T’ai Chi w/Bill Wrenn - FL
2 9:30 Painting Session - CR
9:45 Water Aerobics - Byram Pool
10:30 BINGO! - MDR
11:00 Fit After 50 - FL
1:00 Afternoon Bridge - CR
1:00 Friday Poker Club - Lounge
August was named in honor of Augustus Caesar. It has 31 days because Augustus wanted as many days as Julius
s month of July had. They took that extra day from
For every fog in August there will be a snowfall in winter." - unknown
