December 2018
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DECEMBER 2018 Mega Sign-Up Day (for free and paid programs) is on Tuesday, December 4 from 9:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. For free programs, sign-up by phone starts at 9:15 a.m. If the Center is closed on Mega Sign-Up Day due to weather or any other emergency, Mega Sign-Up will be held on the first day that the Center is re-opened and fully operational. After Mega Sign-Up Day, sign-ups for paid events and trips start daily at 9:15 a.m. during regular Senior Center hours. We accept cash and checks made out to the Plainville Senior Center only. Christmas Dinner Will be Served at LEONARD BERNSTEIN, AN AMERICAN TREASURE the Plainville Senior Center TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2:00 P.M. Musician and lecturer Jeffrey TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 11:30 A.M. Engel will present a program Once again, the Center will provide this special meal on Leonard Bernstein, the to Senior Center members and any Plainville residents most gifted, famous, popular age 60 or older who will be alone on Christmas Day. and successful musician pro- We will serve a fresh, delicious Christmas dinner in- duced by America. Bernstein cluding turkey, ham, side dishes and dessert. There is was a virtuoso pianist and no charge for this meal, but donations are greatly ap- conductor, a composer of preciated. We are grateful to The Pines at Bristol for music ranging from Broad- generously donating fresh-baked pies for our Christ- way musicals to the classical repertory, an educator, mas Dinner. Volunteers will provide transportation lecturer, author and TV personality. As 2018 is the within Plainville for those who need a ride to the Cen- 100th anniversary year of Bernstein’s birth, it is a good ter. You must register in advance, so please let us time to celebrate this American treasure. Our present- know when you register if you will need a ride. If you er played cello with numerous orchestras in France in- are homebound and would like a dinner delivered to cluding that of the Paris Opera, performed in chamber your home, call the Center. Sign up has begun. Please ensembles and taught in municipal conservatories. His call 860-747-5728 to register. lectures are infused with amusing anecdotes and musi- cal illustrations. Since 2004 he has taught at Northwest- ern Connecticut Community College. Program is free. Sign up has begun. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! MORE SEATS AVAILABLE! UCONN WOMEN’S BASKETBALL AT GAMPEL LaSalette Festival of Lights and Concert SUN., JANUARY 13, 2019, 10:30 A.M. and SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 9:15 A.M. SAT., FEBRUARY 9, 2019, 10:30 A.M. We still have a few seats available for this annual Now open to the public! holiday motorcoach tour, which travels to the We are offering two fantastic opportunities LaSalette Shrine in Attleboro, MA for their fabulous to see the UCONN Women’s Basketball team play. Festival of Lights and sing-along Concert! Enjoy a deli- These matinee games against rival teams are not to be cious family-style lunch at Morin’s Restaurant of Attle- missed! On January 13, the Lady Huskies take on the boro, including ziti with meatballs, boneless breast of University of South Florida, expected to finish second chicken with cranberry glaze, broiled scrod with lemon in the American Athletic Conference. On February 9, crumb topping, au gratin potatoes, salad and rolls, and they play against Temple University, coached by Tonya assorted pastries and coffee. More details, page 8 Cardoza, a former UCONN assistant coach for 14 sea- sons. (More, page 10) Intergenerational Holiday Fun! Setting some New Years’ Fitness Goals? Please see page 3 Let us help you! Check out a PEAK Center membership for 2019! See page 5 for info. Get Your Flu Shot! Apply for Energy Assistance Storm Closing Information Please See Back of Calendar Please See Back of Calendar Please See Page 12 Plainville Senior Center December 2018 860-747-5728 1 CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP COOKING FOR ONE CLUB EVERY MONDAY, 10 A.M. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2:00 P.M. Stay current by joining our lively discussion of local, This group meets on the 2nd Tuesday state and national news as well as current events. We of each month at 2:00 P.M. at the do not discuss politics; rather, we talk about health Senior Center. Join us to share tips, issues, the environment, science, local happenings in ideas, short cuts and recipes that Plainville, world events and more. No need to register make cooking for one “easy peasy.” — just show up! Feel free to come and just listen. The program is free and open to mem- There is no pressure to participate and new folks are bers only. Sign-up begins December 4. always welcome! CREATING CARDS FOR WOUNDED SOLDIERS WATCH YOUR STEP: PREVENTING FALLS, IMPROVING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1:00 P.M. BALANCE & MANAGING DIZZINESS Join Evelyn and friends to create holiday greeting MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 3:00 P.M. cards for our wounded veterans. Bring only your crea- Did you know that one in three Americans age 65 and tivity and holiday spirit; all supplies will be provided! older will fall this year? Are you fearful of falling, or Sign-up begins December 4. have you fallen in the past? There are many factors that contribute to a person falling. These include lower AARP SMART DRIVER body strength, sensation and vision. There can also be TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 9:30 A.M. environmental factors in your home or in the commu- This course covers the effects of aging and medica- nity that can affect your balance or likelihood of falling. tions on driving, local hazards, accident prevention In this program you will learn effective strategies to and more. Upon completing the course your insurance increase balance and continue to participate in typical company must give you a discount of at least 5% off physical activity and activities of daily living. Presented your auto insurance. Cost is $15.00 for AARP mem- by Kevin M. Connellan, PT and Channing Harwood, PT, bers providing a membership number and $20.00 for DPT of Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers all others. Limited to 25. Bring a bag lunch if you wish. (PTSMC) of Plainville. Call the Senior Center at Sign-up has begun. 860-747-5728 to register. Sign up has begun. TOFFOLON SCHOOL CHOIR HOLIDAY CONCERT VETERANS’ COFFEE HOUR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 10:45 A.M. TUESDAYS, DEC. 4 and FEB. 5 at 10:30 A.M. Come listen, sing along and get into the holiday spirit These monthly information and support meetings are with Toffolon School students! conducted by Wayne Rioux, a Veteran’s Liai- son for Hartford HealthCare at Home. FOR BOOKS AND BAGELS ALL VETERANS OVER 60 AND THEIR SPOUSES. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 9:30 A.M. There will be no meeting in January 2019. Please call The December book is The Christmas Box by Richard the Center at 860-747-5728 to register. Sign-up has Paul Evans. A young couple and their 4-year-old begun. daughter, hired as care- takers for the home of an NEW MEMBER OPEN HOUSE elderly widow, move into THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1:30 p.m. their new surroundings Invitations were sent the week of November 5 to eve- just before the holiday season. As the relationship be- ryone who has joined the Plainville Senior Center tween the widow and the family develops, the widow since December 1, 2017. If for some reason you did is compelled to share an important message with the not receive an invitation, please call us: 860-747-5728. young father and is afraid he won't understand her Our Welcoming Committee looks forward to seeing message in time. This heartwarming story of parental new members at this informative, entertaining pro- love, healing and Christmas is bound to be a favorite gram! Sign up has begun. read for the holidays. Join discussion leader Kathleen Marsan for coffee, tea, bagels and what is sure to be LEND A HELPING HAND — MICHAELA’S GARDEN another interesting book discussion. Copies of this MONDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1:00 TO 3:00 P.M. book are available at the Plainville Library. Please read We need volunteers to help count and pack Four O’ the book prior to the meeting. Sign up begins Decem- Clock seeds for the Michaela’s Garden project. So we ber 4. can get a count of who is available, please sign up at the Senior Center if you can help out. Sign-up has be- FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS gun. Thank you! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 11:30 A.M. This gathering, typically on the third Friday of each MAGIC WTH MASON month, is for single, widowed or divorced members. MONDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2:30 p.m. Come out and socialize! We will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Mason Tartamella, a junior at Plainville Mission BBQ on Queen Street, Southington. Sign-up High School, will visit us on Monday, begins December 4. December 10th to perform magic tricks in MORE, NEXT PAGE the Living Room. Drop in and be amazed! Plainville Senior Center December 2018 860-747-5728 2 “REINDEER CHOW” INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAM Senior Center Booth: $ 315.00 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1:00 P.M. Afghan Raffles: 223.50 Free! Bring the kids! School is still on break, 50/50 Raffle: 510.00 holiday music is still playing, so we still need Painting Raffle: 87.00 to make reindeer chow here at the Senior Cookie Booth: 383.50 Center! Join Marisa, dietitian with ShopRite Quilt Raffle: 209.00 of Southington, for a festive mini-party.