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Games, Games and More Games:
Must be a member of the Senior Center and pre-register:
Bingo – Monday & Thursday from 1:00–3:00pm with minimal cost for cards
Billiards – Drop in play Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm
Bridge – Every Monday from 12:30–4:30pm Canasta – Thursdays at 1:00–3:00pm Chess – Mondays at 10:00am
Cribbage – Wednesdays, 10:00am–12:00pm Mahjongg – A knowledge of the game
is needed to play on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:00am–12:00pm and Thursdays from 1:00–4:00pm
Mexican Train – Tuesday, 1:00–3:00pm Pinochle – Thursdays, 10:30am–12:00pm Setback – Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00pm
Special Events:
Secret London Presentation
Wednesday, September 17, 2:00–3:00pm
Join this enlightening presentation on the unknown London through photos and stories. Dr. Richard Benfield has been to 123 countries and enjoys sharing his knowledge, photos and writings. Enjoy one of his newest presentations, “Secret London,” with a hint of Sherlock. Program is free but registration is required.
Mrs. Gillette Presents Sherlock Holmes
and Gillette’s Castle
Friday, September 19, 10:00am-11:00am Who was William Gillette? What was his connection to the greatest fictional detective of all time? Was Sherlock Holmes fact...or fiction? What is the story behind the image of Holmes...the cap... the pipe...the lens? You will learn about Gillette’s Castle in East Haddam. Program is free but registration is required.
La Dolce Vita: A Cultural Journey Through Italy
Tuesdays | September 30 – November 4, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Get ready to travel across Italy—no passport required! Join Italian-born educator and public speaker Anna Oliva for a fun and engaging six-week journey through Italian food, history, daily life, and hidden treasures. Each week features a different topic, a few Italian words, and plenty of cultural insight. Sign up for the full series or choose the sessions that interest you most. It’s the perfect wayto celebrate Italian-American Heritage Mnth and enjoy a taste of *La Dolce Vita*. Let’s explore, laugh, and learn together—Italian-style!
Limited to 20 participants.
Cost: 6 Week Series-$60M/$70NM
He Who Walked Another Path –
The Old Leather Man
Wednesday, October 1, 1:00-2:00pm Throughout history, mysterious figures like the Old Leather Man have caused us to wrestle not only with historical facts, but with imagination itself. Join historian Dan MacNeil for this presentation. Program is free but registration is required.
Senior Services
Wednesday, October 15, 12:00–2:00pm
Enzo Boscarino will present the most delightful Italian songs as well as share humorous stories about the predicament of an immigrant Italian family. The songs will be performed in their original language, some folk, some romantic, some classic and other modern-rock. Lunch will be
Halloween Jukebox Bingo
Wednesday, October 29, 12:00-2:30pm
Dress up for our costume parade as Dennis returns to play spooky tunes for our Halloween Jukebox Bingo. Lunch will be a Turkey meal with all the trimmings. Prizes & Surprises! Cost: $12M/$15NM
Educational Workshops:
Subs & Scoops: Get the Inside Bite
on Medicare Changes!
Thursday, September 25, 6:00–7:00pm Join MediMike for a delicious grinder sub dinner while we dive into the latest updates for Medicare Annual Election Period! Whether you’re new to Medicare or a seasoned pro, this seminar will serve up the essential changes, plan updates, and cost-saving tips you need to make confident choices for the year ahead.
Tips for Memory
Wednesday, October 22, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Did you know that a recent study from Stanford University suggests that the techniques used by memory athletes can be taught, learned, and create changes in the brain that enhance memory skill? Come learn about the tips and techniques used by memory athletes. Presenter Dr. Wendy Hurwitz is a graduate of Yale University School of Medicine and a
nationally recognized expert on stress. Co-sponsor:
ITALY-ICIOUS
Shamrock Shenanigans
Cost: $12M/$15NM Co-sponsor:
Wednesday, September 24, 12:00–2:00pm
Why wait for St. Patrick’s Day? Enjoy Corned Beef & Cabbage luncheon followed
by the Celtic Music of the
Paddy Whack Band.
Cost: $12M/$15NM Co-sponsor:
National Coffee with a Cop Day
Co-sponsor:
Wednesday, October 1, 9:00am-11:00am
Stop in for a hot cup of Joe, a bagel and visit with Rocky Hill’s finest. Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation.
Cost: Free Co-sponsor:
Jewish Celebration
Wednesday, October 8, 12:00–2:00pm
Join us in celebrating Jewish heritage as we feast on Beef Brisket, Potato Latkes, Glazed Carrots and Kugel. “Zev and his East Side Klezmer All Stars” will entertain us with their lively Klezmer music
Cost: $12M/$15NM Co-sponsor:
A Masquerade Murder Mystery Dinner
Friday, October 10, 6:00-9:00pm
Midnight at the Masquerade-Attend the Billionaires’ Club Annual Masquerade Ball and get this soiree back on track by solving the crime before the masked menace
gets away! Ticket includes mocktails, appetizers, dinner, dessert and 2 hours show Cost: $25M/$35NM
Co-sponsor:
INDOOR EVENING CONCERT SERIES
JOE MISULLI & CHRISTY ELLEN – Thursday, September 18, 6:00-8:00pm This talented duo returns to perform “You’ve Got a Friend”,
the music of James Taylor and Carole King.
DOWNTOWN 6 – Thursday, October 2, 6:00-8:00pm Downtown 6 is a group of 6 talented musicians playing repertoire that will people of all ages movin’ and groovin’!
LARGER THAN LIFE – Thursday, September 18, 6:00-8:00pm High energytrio performing the hits of popular male vocal groups from the 1950’s to current.
Co-sponsors:
Specialty Dessert served. Cost: $5M/$8NM per event
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