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Senior Services
trips & travel:
saratoga races grandstand reserved seating, national Museum of racing and hall of Fame
Wednesday, July 31–Thursday, August 1, 2024 INCLUDES: Deluxe motorcoach, 1 night hotel, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner, sightseeing & reserved tickets, Friendship Tours Escort, Driver & Tour Director Gratuity.
Cost: $419 pp double / triple; $499pp single DEPOSIT: $150 pp by May 1, 2024
yard goats, hartford
Sunday, June 2
We will be viewing the game from the Party Deck which has plenty of shade and amazing views of both Hartford’s beautiful downtown skyline, and of Dunkin’ Donuts Park. The Party Deck has great seats from the third base side for the 1:10pm game. During the game you have a 2.5 hour buffet, YG Club Entrance with access to a full cash bar and VIP Lounge and table/ stadium seating available. Enjoy the Party Deck, and root for your favorite local team!
Cost: $128M/$138NM Depart: 11:30am Return: 5:15pm
connecticut wine trail
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Grab your closest pals and hit the Connecticut Wine Trail! Today’s journey will take you to three wineries for tastings: Saltwater Farm Vineyard, Jonathan Edwards Winery & Preston Ridge Winery.
Saltwater Farm Vineyard, set near the historic seaside village of Stonington, is situated on more than 100 panoramic acres, planted with six varieties of grapes and bordered by tidal marshes, coastal waters and scenic vistas of Long Island Sound. The centerpiece of the property is a vintage World War II era airplane hangar that has been converted into a winery, tasting room and event space. Enjoy a wine tasting followed by a boxed, picnic lunch provided by Mystic Market East.
Jonathan Edwards Winery was once home to a dairy farm, but has now been converted into a state-of-the-art winery featuring a California- inspired tasting room and gift shop. You can enjoy sampling fine wines on the stone patio set on beautiful Connecticut farmland. A classic tasting of seven wines is included.
Preston Ridge Vineyard is positioned at the peak of a ridge providing breathtaking views of over 20 miles of Connecticut countryside. Here, you will get a tasting of four wines and a signature glass to keep as a souvenir of your day on the wine trail.
Cost: $159 M/$169NM Depart: 10:00am Return: 6:45pm
H H H H SPECIAL EVENTS H H H H
sPring luncheon
Wednesday, April 17, 12:00-2:00pm
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with a Luncheon featuring Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes and Carrots followed by the very popular “Elderly Brothers”.
Cost: $12M/$15NM
Co-sponsor:
DownsiZing 101
Tuesday, April 23, 6:00–7:30pm
Volunteer APPreciAtion luncheon
Friday, April 19, 1:30pm
at the Residence at Ferry Park. Invitations will be sent out to individuals who regularly volunteer at the Center.
Co-sponsors:
wAys oF listening
David Stein returns for his Ways of Listening programs which helps listeners hear timeless music more deeply and grow in understanding and appreciation of its beauty and its meanings. How does it work? What does it say? Why is it so great and so beloved?
Delight AnD longing in MoZArt
Wednesday, April 24, 1:00—2:00pm
In this one-hour presentation David Stein will explore the Gran Partita for Winds, a Mozart masterpiece that plays a crucial role in the
movie Amadeus. The program uses video clips of performances and animations combined with live illustration at the piano.
It is non-technical and accessible to anyone at any level of interest in classical music.
MAgic oF schuBert
Wednesday, May 15, 1:00—2:00pm
Melody is the great gift of Schubert’s music: in this purest art of musical creation he was unequalled by anyone before or since. His themes
were not just catchy tunes but perfect compositions that might inspire raptures of joy or break your heart – or both. This one-hour presentation will look deeply into a few of his greatest songs, each a brief expressive masterpiece, to hear and understand the source of beauty in them. No prior experience of the music is necessary.
Cost: Both programs are free to members and $5 NM. Light refreshments will be served.
Co-sponsor:
Join Steve Anderson from Amston Home Transitions as he shares his expert knowledge on getting you downsized and ready for an upcoming life transition! His tips and tricks will set you up for downsizing success and show you that living with less can be an overall positive experience. Light supper will be included.
Please register for this free program.
JeFF the PlAnt guy
Monday, April 29, 1:30–2:30pm
Jeff will put his unique perspective on PLANTS THAT CLEAN THE AIR as he takes you on a journey from the humble beginnings to the present. Simple ways to keep your plants live and flourishing. Jeff will answer questions all the while sharing his depth of knowledge and insight; the visual imagery will keep you engaged. He’s funny, historic, sometimes dramatic and otherwise quite entertaining. You might learn a thing or two on how to keep your plants flourishing.
Join us for some fun and everyone leaves with a gift! Registration required for this program. Cost: Free Members / $5 Nonmembers
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