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What's Happening At The New Milford Senior Center - November 4, 2022
Clubs and Organizations
November 8, 2022
From: The New Milford Senior CenterHello all and Happy Friday!
What a day we had here yesterday! We welcomed the New Fairfield Senior Center Ninjas to have lunch and play corn hole against the New Milford Senior Center Silver Corn Stars!
Although we lost the game, both teams had a wonderful time!
I hope you all enjoy this unusually warm weather this weekend; get outside and soak up the Vitamin D!
Just a reminder that we will be closed on November 11th to observe Veterans Day.
FYI
The Village Center for the Arts is offering Senior Clay
November 18th
8 Weeks, 10:00-12:00pm
For Seniors 60+
Experience Clay Sculpture in a creative, relaxing, and inspiring environment.
No previous experience required.
$50 Includes instructions, supplies, glazing, and firing.
Classes will be held in the Pottery Studio at 1 Church Street.
To sign up call - (860) 354-4318
If you need transportation to this class, contact the Senior Center at (860
Intergenerational Book Club Has A New Date!Wednesday, November 16th 4:00 PM
In partnership with the New Milford Library, we’re proud to announce that a new book club has formed to promote connection between today’s youth and the older generation. Join some of New Milford students as we discuss the book, “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by TJ Klune. To sign up or for more information, please connect with the Senior Center or the New Milford Library
Once again, PLEASE, when you see a program or activity that you are interested in, sign up for it right away to ensure that you secure your spot. Some of our programs are quite popular and if you wait to the last minute, you may be put on a waiting list; we do not want you to be disappointed! So, be sure to sign up as soon as something strikes your fancy!
Please take note of the yellow and blue highlighted items in this email, they will indicate new programs or events that are coming up soon.
Lastly, Please be sure to signin when you come into the center; this allows us to keep track of our programs but also to know who is in the building, and in case of an emergency we can locate you. If you are not sure how to use our computer screen to sign in, please come to the office, someone will be happy to show you.
Click the link below to view the November 2022 Newsletter.
Enjoy the update!
Positive vibes for you all!
“No”vember
A time to practice no to people, places, and things that drain your energy-and a time to say yes to the things that fill you up!
What’s Happening at the New Milford Senior Center
THE WORLD’S FIRST NUCLEAR SUBMARINE: USS NAUTILUS Tuesday, November 8th, 1:00 PM
In honor and celebration of Veteran’s Day, join us as we welcome historian, Art Gottlieb, for a fascinating presentation on the world’s first nuclear submarine: the USS Nautilus. Mr. Gottlieb is a military and naval historian who states that “there’s been nothing more fulfilling for me than to share our nation’s rich history with the men and women who helped make it.” To sign up, please connect with the Senior Center and many thanks to our friends at SYNERGY HomeCare for bringing this program to us.
River Walk Wednesdays
9:30 AM
Calling All Walkers!- Join us for a nice walk along the Housatonic! The path is paved and flat which makes it perfect for all abilities. Park at the Senior Center and
hop on the bus and we will take you there; bus leaves at 9:25AM. Or if you prefer to drive, meet us on Youngsfield Rd by the playground. Be sure to stop in to sign up! This is an independent group for our members, however, staff will happily join if time allows.
Blood Pressure Screenings
Wednesdays 10:30AM-11:30am
Midweek Matinee
Every Wednesday at 12:45 PM (Note New Time)
November 9th
In honor of Veterans day- The newly released movie-
Top Gun: Maverick
After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy's top aviators, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test
pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. Training a detachment of graduates for a special assignment, Maverick must confront the
ghosts of his past and his deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who choose to fly it.
November 16th
Grumpy Old Men
Put Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau and Ann-Margret together in a smalltown; add Sophia Loren; mix it up; and you get the only thing moreornery than Grumpy
Old Men-it's sequel-in which a vivacious Italianbeauty attempts to convert Wabasha, Minnesota's cherished bait storeinto a romantic Italian restaurant.
Veteran’s Day Lunch & Musical Tribute Thursday, November 10th, 12:00 PM
With honor, respect, and gratitude, we thank all our veterans for their service! Join us in celebration starting with lunch followed by entertainment provided by singer/ guitarist, Billy Michael. Lunch for any veteran is complimentary, but all are welcome! To sign up, please connect with the Senior Center and Happy Veterans to all our veterans and veteran families!
Coming Soon
Makeup For Mature Women
Tuesday, November 15th, 1:00 3:30 PM
Join us for a special seminar presented by celebrity makeup artist and educator, Joby Rogers. Explore and learn about makeup application techniques; keeping your makeup and brushes clean; choosing the right foundation; grooming and defining brows; natural day and evening makeup; contouring, blushing, and highlighting; the perfect eye and lip colors; “musthave” products and tools for your kit; and any Q & A about your makeup! You are welcome to bring in your own makeup if you’d like. To sign up, please connect with the Senior
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Arts And Crafts: Holiday Tress & Cookie Plates Wednesday, November 16th, 10:00 AM
Let’s get into the Holiday spirit! Our fabulous arts and crafts team will guide us in creating Crafty Ribbon Christmas Trees and Holidaystyled Cookie Plates. All materials and supplies will be provided. Please connect with the Senior Center to sign up.
November 17th at 12PM-2:30PM
Thanksgiving lunch/Thanks-For-Giving Volunteer Appreciation
Let’s join together in fellowship and to give thanks to our AMAZING volunteers! Traditional Thanksgiving lunch followed by Musical Entertainment by Blaise.
You MUST sign up for lunch ahead of time if you wish to stay for the Thanksgiving meal.
Alzheimer Community Forum
November 18th 1PM-2:30PM
Join us for a listening session on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and memory loss presented by the Alzheimer Light refreshments will be served.
A Note From Our Senior Advisors
Our Senior Advisors are ready to help! They are here Monday- Friday 8AM-4PM, please call the center to set up an appointment.
About 988
988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. That could be:
- Thoughts of suicide
- Mental health or substance use crisis, or
- Any other kind of emotion distress
People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.
Energy Assistance Is Open
"Energy Assistance is now open for 2022/2023 year. Qualifying income guidelines are as follows: $39,761 for individuals and $51,996 for couples. The total income must be below the above numbers to be eligible. Make sure you have all documents before coming in to apply. We will need your current income, such as: Social Security benefit, wages from work (previous 4 weeks worth of pay stubs), interest and/or dividends, etc. If you are self-employed, please call before you make an appointment to find out what you will need to bring. Whether you heat with electricity or not, we need a current electric bill. When all of your documents are ready, please connect with the Senior Center to schedule an appointment."
Medicare
Upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment You can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Health Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) with or without drug coverage during these times:
- Open Enrollment Period. From October 15 – December 7 each year, you can join, switch, or drop a plan. Your coverage will begin on January 1 (as long as the plan gets your request by December 7).
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period. From January 1 – March 31 each year, if you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can switch to a different Medicare Advantage Plan or switch to Original Medicare (and join a separate Medicare drug plan) once during this time. Note: You can only switch plans once during this period.
Did You Know?
Senior Community Cafe
Come have lunch with us!
The Community Culinary School of Northwestern CT serves lunch Monday - Thursday at 12:00 PM and there is a suggested donation of $4.00. Come on in for a program then stay for lunch or pick up to take home to enjoy! Please note that the menu is always posted in the monthly newsletter.
Sign up in person, on our Touch Screen, or by phone, at least 3 days in advance!
Chef Jay has placed a suggestion box on the lunch table! Your feedback is important and valued. Please take the time to write down what you love, what you do not love, some suggestions, share a recipe, what you would like to see, or even a recipe you would like to share.
Senior Bus Transportation
If you live in New Milford, Gaylordsville or Northville and need transportation to come to the center, go shopping or go to a friend’s house? All you have to do is give us a call a few days ahead of time to get on our bus schedule. Call us at 860-355-6075 to schedule your ride and meet our fantastic bus drivers, Erin and Tom.
The Lunch Bunch
The Lunch Bunch is back and meets one Saturday a month to enjoy a new or favorite area restaurant. Join in for delicious local fare and friendships! Connect with the Senior Center for contact information.
Have a great weekend.
Janette