EVENTS & OUTINGS CALENDAR November 6, 2017 – November 12, 2017

 November 10th ~ Honoring our Veterans Luncheon & Veterans Day Celebration  November 14th ~ Hebrew Academy Visit  November 17th ~ Canasta Class & Refresher Begins!  November 20th ~ New Britain Museum & Docent Tour

Change of Season Reminders  Please make requests for off-site storage with Jim, Coordinator- Transportation, prior to the first Monday of each month.  For your comfort, bring a sweater or shawl to programs held in the community rooms.  It’s flu season again; wash hands often and thoroughly. Also, hand sanitizer is available in various locations around SummerWood.

Monday, november 6, 2017

10:00 AM SHOPPING: AVON/CANTON AREA STORES SIGN ACTIVITY BOOK See Activity Book for a full listing of stores available.

11:30 AM SIT N’ FIT WITH BETTY COMMUNITY CENTER Betty gets your day started off right! Stretching and 1ST FLOOR strengthening exercises, along with using light weights, are designed to promote an overall body workout.

12:00 PM- THE SUNDRY SHOP IS OPEN THE CAFÉ 1:00 PM Our wonderful shopkeepers are here to assist you in 2ND FLOOR making your purchases and brightening your day!

12:00 PM AFTERNOON COFFEE SOCIAL THE CAFÉ Before heading to the movie, join us in the Café for a 2ND FLOOR cup of coffee and a snack.

1:00 PM NEW RELEASE REQUESTED MOVIE: COMMUNITY CENTER “A QUIET PASSION” 1ST FLOOR (2017) Drama/Biography PG-13 124 minutes Starring: Cynthia Nixon, Jennifer Ehle, Keith Carradine Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

3:00 PM WORD MINING WITH ELLEN & JIM WELLNESS CENTER A word game that challenges you to mine words from a 2ND FLOOR greater word. Sounds Easy, right?

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM ST 1 FLOOR ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM NEW RELEASE REQUESTED ENCORE MOVIE: COMMUNITY CENTER “A QUIET PASSION” 1ST FLOOR Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

tuesday, november 7, 2017

10:00 AM FINE ART WITH PAUL THE CENTER Begin your own piece of artwork today, under the 2ND FLOOR direction of our wonderful instructor, Paul.

11:30 AM CHAIR WITH PAM COMMUNITY CENTER Ground your mind and body with yoga. A great way to 1ST FLOOR flex and stretch your body, improving overall health and well-being.

1:00 PM MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT ~ JAMES MICHAEL COMMUNITY CENTER A phenomenal baritone, a Broadway veteran, James 1ST FLOOR Michael has an engaging performance style that mesmerized audiences with his resonant singing, personal stories and wonderful spirit. You’re not going to want to miss this musical program!

1:30 PM PLAYHOUSE ON PARK PRESENTS: TICKET HOLDERS “THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK”

3:00 PM BINGO WITH JIM & COLETTA WELLNESS CENTER Bingo is a game of luck and chance. Join us in the 2ND FLOOR Café and see if “lady luck” is shining on you! Be sure to bring your $1.00 to play and please be on time.

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM 1ST FLOOR

ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM HBO COMEDY SPECIAL: COMMUNITY CENTER “MEL BROOKS & DICK CAVETT: 1ST FLOOR TOGETHER AGAIN” (2011) Humor/Language R 60 minutes Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

Wednesday, november 8, 2017

11:30 AM SIT N’ FIT WITH BETTY COMMUNITY CENTER Having a hard time getting up in the morning? Take 1ST FLOOR advantage of Betty’s motivational exercise class that will keep you energized all day long!

1:00 PM LADIES CHOICE MOVIE: COMMUNITY CENTER “THE LAST OF THE BLONDE BOMBSHELLS” 1ST FLOOR (2000) Comedy/Music PG-13 103 minutes Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Leslie Caron, Olympia Dukakis Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

2:00 PM HAPPY HOUR WITH ELLEN, JIM & COLETTA! THE CAFÉ Stop in to mingle with friends, enjoy a cocktail and 2ND FLOOR some lively music!

3:00 PM ISRAELI MUSIC & YIDDISH STORY TELLING WELLNESS CENTER ND WITH CONNIE 2 FLOOR Enjoy some of your favorite Israeli music with your friends and neighbors after Connie helps you to brush up on your conversational Yiddish!

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM ST 1 FLOOR ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

5:45 PM “THE MIDDLE EAST 2017: GAME OF PAWNS” SIGN ACTIVITY BOOK WITH INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, AVIMELAMED Co-sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Connecticut and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Hartford FULL SYNOPSIS IN ACTIVITY BOOK

ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM LADIES CHOICE MOVIE ENCORE: COMMUNITY CENTER “THE LAST OF THE BLONDE BOMBSHELLS” 1ST FLOOR Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

Thursday, november 9, 2017

11:30 AM YOGA WITH GIA COMMUNITY CENTER The benefits of yoga are endless; come take advantage of 1ST FLOOR Gia’s expertise and guidance. Learn techniques that will help to calm your body and mind.

12:00 PM- THE SUNDRY SHOP IS OPEN THE CAFÉ 1:00 PM The ladies of the Sundry Shop are here to help you find 2ND FLOOR the necessities you might need or to find something special just for you!

1:00 PM WALKER CLINIC WITH ROBIN WELLNESS CENTER Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have your walker 2ND FLOOR tuned up, cleaned up and adjusted for your personal use. Robin and her helpers are focused on maintaining the safety of your walker! *LIGHT SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED

1:30 PM VISIT TO CHARM MEDICAL SUPPLY SIGN ACTIVITY BOOK It is Compression Stocking Leg Day at Charm Medical supply! The trained staff will measure you for compression stockings. With every stocking purchase you will receive A FREE WASH KIT PLUS 10% OFF YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE.

3:00 PM RHODA’S SHORT STORIES COMMUNITY CENTER Rhoda’s class is one not to miss! Always a great story and 1ST FLOOR always a lively discussion! It’s not too late to pick up a copy of Rhoda’s short story, “BRIT MILAH”, located on the activity desk outside of the Wellness Center.

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM 1ST FLOOR ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM MEN’S CHOICE MOVIE: “MICHAEL CLAYTON” COMMUNITY CENTER ST (2007) Drama/Crime thriller R 120 minutes 1 FLOOR Starring: George Clooney, Tom Wilkinson, Tilda Swinton Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & the Activity Book

Friday, november 10, 2017

9:30 AM ERRANDS & SHOPPING: BISHOPS CORNER SIGN ACTIVITY BOOK Big Y, Crown Market, Marshalls, Harvey & Lewis…. Refer to Activity Book for a full listing of stores available.

10:30 AM- Beaded Jewels by Lil THE CAFÉ 2ND FLOOR 2:30 PM Custom Designed Necklaces & Bracelets

11:30 AM SIT N’ FIT WITH BETTY COMMUNITY CENTER Join Betty for an exercise class designed to provide an 1ST FLOOR overall, full body workout.

12:30 PM VETERANS LUNCHEON INVITATION ONLY Our SummerWood Veterans are cordially invited to attend DINING ROOM a luncheon in their honor. Our Veterans will be joined by Veterans of the Jewish War. This luncheon is by invitation only for our Veterans. At 2pm our members will have an opportunity to give their thanks to them.

2:00 PM HONORING OUR VETERANS: COMMUNITY CENTER A VETERAN’S DAY CELEBRATION! 1ST FLOOR SummerWood comes together in respect, appreciation and remembrance, as we observe Veterans Day. We will be honoring our Veterans and our special guests, the Jewish War Veterans! We will also be enjoying patriotic music led by Mary & Mary, poetry readings.

3:15 PM WII BOWLING WITH COLETTA & JIM THE CAFÉ Calling all bowling enthusiasts! Join Jim and our newest 2ND FLOOR Events & Outings staff member, Coletta, for a fun game of Wii bowling!

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM 1ST FLOOR 4:17 PM LIGHT SHABBAT CANDLES Candles are lit in the Dining Room & Front Lobby ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

Saturday, november 11, 2017

9:45 AM TRANSPORTATION TO SYNAGOGUE SERVICE SIGN ACTIVITY BOOK Please refer to Activity Sign Up Book for specific listing of synagogues, departure times and return times.

11:00 AM SATURDAY FIT CLUB WITH BETH COMMUNITY CENTER Stay energized and in shape with certified JCC trainer, 1ST FLOOR Beth. She will help to keep you limber, trim and healthy!

12:00 PM SNACKS & SNEAK PEEK OF THE WEEK THE CAFÉ ND WITH DERRICK & COLLETTA 2 FLOOR Cold drinks and a snack are available in the Café. STOP BY THE CENTER TO PICK UP NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS AND OUTINGS CALENDAR!

1:30 PM NEW RELEASE/MEMBER REQUESTED MOVIE: COMMUNITY CENTER “A MONSTER CALLS” 1ST FLOOR (2016) Drama/Fantasy PG-13 108 minutes Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Felicity Jones, Lewis MacDoughall Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book.

ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

5:18 PM SHABBAT ENDS

ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM NEW RELEASE/REQUESTED MOVIE ENCORE: COMMUNITY CENTER “A MONSTER CALLS” 1ST FLOOR Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book.

Sunday, november 12, 2017

9:45 AM TRANSPORT TO RELIGIOUS SERVICE

11:00 AM EXERCISE WITH LIZ COMMUNITY CENTER Get the blood flowing with this fun and energizing exercise 1ST FLOOR class that is designed to increase strength, range of motion and improve balance.

1:00 PM THE MUSICAL TALENTS OF DONALD MCCALL COMMUNITY CENTER Donald McCall is back to share his unique and entertaining 1ST FLOOR musical repertoire with SummerWood! He features songs from the 1950’s to the present, with a strong emphasis on R&B (Rhythm & Blues).

3:00 PM WITH ELLEN THE CAFÉ After enjoying the musical talents of Donald McCall, head 2ND FLOOR to The Café for a sporting game of Bingo! Be sure to bring your dollar to play!

4:15 PM MINYAN, MEMBER DIRECTED CLUB ROOM 1ST FLOOR

ST 4:45 PM 1 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

ND 6:30 PM 2 REGULAR DINNER SEATING DINING ROOM

8:00 PM CLASSIC COMEDY MOVIE: r COMMUNITY CENTER “YOURS, MINE & OURS” 1ST FLOOR (2005) Family/Comedy PG 90 minutes Starring: Dennis Quaid, Rene Russo, Sean Faris Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book.