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New Fairfield Senior Center Newsletter

Volume 15

Issue 4 July/August 2015

The New Sun Times

From the Desk of Director Kathy Hull:

Summer’s here and we’re featuring multiple activities both indoors and outdoors. As you look through

our newsletter, note the outdoor opportunities for kayaking, walking, gardening, and more. Tour the

lakeside as an Environment Corps volunteers doing water testing for the Candlewood lake Authority.

Or perhaps you’d like to get out of the heat for some exercise, a class, entertainment, a paint party, or a

movie. It’s all available through your Senior Center. So, whether coming or going, leave your worries at

the doorstep and join your Senior Center friends this summer.

For more information on any of these programs, call the desk at 203 312-5665 or check out our website

at www.newfairfieldseniorcenter.com

Ahhh Spring!

Bob Launches with the Kayak

Group at Squantz Pond Marnee at the Paint Party

Gail directs people to

the Friends’ Annual Tag,

Bake and Plant Sale

Fran, Marie, and Carl say

“hello” from the upper

deck of the River Rose

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Congratulations to

Dominick Tomanelli—Drawing instructor

The Senior Center is fortunate to have Dominick Tomanelli as an instructor. A gifted illustrator in his career, Dominick also taught for New Fairfield’s Adult Edu-cation program for many years, for Founders Hall in Ridgefield, and for many young homeschooled children. He lives by the rule that anyone can draw if they put their mind to it. Dominick has won many awards including the Union Savings Bank Award, the

Koening Frame Award, 5 First Place honors, and more. We want to congratulate

him on his most recent award at this spring’s Richter Art Show, a Certificate of

Merit for the work shown in this photo.

Dominick’s Drawing Class meets Thursday mornings at 10:00 am and, current-

ly, there are openings.

July Movies:

“5 Flights Up” Friday, July 10, 1:00pm

Over one crazy weekend a long-time married couple discover that finding a new apart-ment is not about winding down but starting a new adventure.

“Theory of Everything” Friday, July 31st 1:00pm

In the 1960s, Cambridge University student and future physicist Stephen Hawking (Oscar winner Eddie Red-mayne) falls in love with fellow collegian Jane Wilde (Felicity Jones). At 21, Hawking learns that he has motor neuron disease. Despite this, he and Jane defy terrible odds and break new ground in the fields of medicine and science, achieving more than either could hope to imagine. (123 minutes)

Dolores plants the

Senior Center’s raised bed at

the NEW Community Garden

New Fairfield’s Community Garden

Thanks to Gary Mummert, Brittany Bresha, and Steve Simpson, the idea of an Organic Community Garden in New Fairfield survived the journey on its way from reaching out for support to locating the appropriate available piece of prop-erty, going through the required board and commission meetings and approvals, and tracking down funding sources. Once that was done there needed to be the actual clearing of the property and building of the beds and fences. Thankfully many others believed in the concept which led to much donated labor and materi-als.

The initial dream is now a reality with 12 beds, an animal control fence, and a wa-ter source. The members of Boy Scout Troop 137 were outstanding in the work that they did to build the beds including a raised bed that has been devoted to the Senior Center. There is also a bed dedicated to Social Services and one to demonstrate the tenets of organic gardening. The remaining beds have been rented by families also loyal to the concept. If you’d like to make an application for a space in the garden for 2016, let us know. We can provide you with an Appli-cation of Intent. These applications could lead to an expansion of the garden, a collective environment where ideas on organic/sustainable living and food production can be easily shared and observed. Stop in or call 203 312-5665 for an Application of Intent.

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Some Highlights of Our Center Programs and Activities

Come in for a calendar or visit http://www.newfairfieldseniorcenter.com/

Hot Dog Bingo: Monday, July 6th, at 1:15 pm Hot Dog! $5 covers both 1st Bingo card and refreshments. Additional cards are $1.00 each. Please, adults only. Come for fun.

Men’s Breakfast Club Tuesday, July 7th, 8:30 am The first Tuesday of each month, enjoy some hot catered break-fast foods. Donations are kindly requested to offset the cost of breakfast. Registration is required.

Walking Club: Tuesday, July 7th 9:00 am Walker’s go to Steep Rock. Tuesday, June 14

th 10:30 am General Meeting

with Comfort Keepers, Tuesday, July 21st 8:00 Walker’s leave for Monroe.

Massages with Scott: Wednesday, July 8th and 22nd,

2-

3pm Scott Coldwell of Phoenix Therapeutic Massage & Personal Training is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Well coach.

Financial and Medical Scams: Wednesday, July 8th

1:30

pm Attendees will learn about Medicare fraud and how to fight it, medical identity theft, and how to spot and address financial scams. Rosemary Jones, a presenter, is an honors graduate of the University of Chicago and an honors gradu-ate of the University of Connecticut School of Law. Mrs. Jones serves as a Senior Medicare Patrol Coordinator of Volunteers for the Western CT Area Agency on Aging. Maredith Spector, also a presenter, is a retired compliance officer for a large medical office.

The English Lady: Thursday, July 9th

at 1:00.

Renowned landscape designer Maureen Haseley-Jones brings her lecture titled ‘Garden Earth’ to re-connect people’s hearts and hands with the nourish-ing energy of Mother Nature’s life giving gardens. She will teach not only how to create a beautiful

garden that flourishes but more importantly how to main-tain it organically and without the use of harmful poisons. This event is free to the public through the generosity of the Senior Center Garden Club but space is limited so please call or stop in to reserve a seat. Refreshments will be served.

Judge Martin Landgrebe: Friday, July 10th

, 9:30am-

12pm. Bring questions on different aspects of probate that you may have, including guardianships, living trusts, un-claimed property, estate taxes and administering decedents’ estates.

Line Dancing: Monday, July 13th

, 20th, 27th1:00 pm.

Line Dancing is making a huge come back. It’s lots of fun too! Learn how to line dance. No need to sit out line danc-ing anymore. If you can walk, you can Line Dance. 6 weeks for $36.

Retirement and Final Expenses: Monday, July13th, 1pm Please join us in welcoming Bankers Life for an informa-tive Insurance Planning Seminar . The topic will be Final Expenses (Survivors Income). There are over 40 decisions that loved ones have to make during a bereavement period and most of which impact their finances without a plan in place. Being a burden to your family is the number one concern when it comes to Final Expense Planning. This is an informative setting and Bankers Life products will not be sold at any time during the seminar.

AARP Safe Driving: Wednesday, July 15th

at 8:30 am.

Reevaluate your driving skills and learn a few tips from AARP’s trained volunteer. The course costs only $15. Un-der state insurance regulations, when you complete the course, you receive a certificate that entitles drivers over 60 to a reduced rate on insurance. Payment with a check made out to AARP is required at the time of registration.

Japanese Flower Arranging with Yumiko: Thursday,

July 16th

at 1:30 Come join Yumiko Flaherty as she in-structs you on Japanese Flower arranging and go home with a stunning arrangement. $20 if you supply your own dish otherwise $25. Discussion Group with Kathy: Thursday, July 16th 2:00

pm. We’ll start with an issue that’s been in the news and examine the pros and cons in relation to your opinions. We look forward to exploring and sharing thoughts.

Flavio Ribeiro Complimentary Holistic Healing: Fri-

day, July 17th, starts at 10am On the 3rd Friday of every

month Flavio Ribeiro, expert in the holistic systems of healing, is offering FREE 30-minute sessions in Reiki. Feel better with Flavio. Sign up with the receptionist. Robert’s Haircutting for Men: Monday, July 20th,

12:30-4pm Robert is offering men’s haircuts at the Center once a month. Call Robert to make your appointment at 203-537-1673, haircuts only ten dollars.

Terry Lent: Berries: Berry, Berry Good for You: Thursday, July 23

rd, 1:00 pm Of

all the fruits in the supermarket today, ber-ries top the list. Not only are they packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but also with plant chemicals called “phytonutrients”. Many cancer researchers believe these plant chemicals may be critical in preventing cancer in the body. Join us for this free and informative discussion to learn facts about berries which will improve not only your overall health, also improve your memory.

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Some Highlights of Our Center Programs and Activities

Come in for a calendar or visit http://www.newfairfieldseniorcenter.com/

Foot Reflexology Appointments with Kim

Stewart: Monday July 27th 10-12pm Reflexolo-gy reduces stress, promotes relaxation, improves circulation of oxygen and nutrients, also detoxi-fies and cleanses the body. Kim Stewart, nation-ally certified reflexologist, provides MONTHLY one-on-one therapy appointments. Learn how to improve your health with this holistic technique.

Since this is partly funded by the Friends of the NFSC, you may sign up for a 20-minute appt. for only $15. Red Hat Luncheon : Tuesday, July 28th 1pm

The Sunshine Rambling Roses is the only New Fairfield of-ficially registered chapter of the Red Hat Society. We are holding out our red-gloved hands and inviting you to join us at our next monthly luncheon, signup required.

Netflix’s “Grace and Frankie”: Thursday, July 30

The series follows Grace (Jane Fonda), a retired cosmetics mogul, and Frankie (Lily Tomlin), a hippie art teacher.

Episode 1: “The End” Grace and Frankie are stunned when their husbands inform them that they want divorces. They’re even more stunned when they find out why.

Episode 2: “The Credit Cards” The messy realities of divorce start to sink in for Grace, Frankie, Robert, Sol, and their equally frazzled adult children.

Stay tuned for more episodes.

Exercise Classes Movers and Shapers: Tuesdays or Thurs-

days, 9:30am, Coleen Krempel’s very popu-lar class is a fun way to move to music and exercise to improve cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and range of movement. Fee of $30 per 6-week segment is required.

Sittercise: Wednesdays at 12:45 pm & Thursdays at

10:30 am Sittercise is a 45-minute exercise program de-signed for use with all levels of ability. Learn movement techniques that contribute to your increased fitness and health. A one-time fee of $5 and registration is required. Yoga: Tuesdays at 1:00 or Fridays at 9 am or after-hours

Yoga Class Mondays at 5:15pm

Weekly classes led by instructor Karen Gillotti. Cost is $30 for six sessions. Yoga increases both strength and flexi-bility and leaves one relaxed with a renewed spirit. Zumba Dance Exercise: Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30

am. Certified Zumba Instructor Coleen Krempel runs week-ly classes in this fun exercise program similar to a Latin Dance Party. Six classes cost only $30.

AUGUST Preview

Penny Social: Sunday, August 9th

at 12:00 noon

Don’t miss it! Prizes, Fun, Laughter. Calling begins at 2pm. A tasty lunch will also be available for purchase.

Grand Kids Ice Cream Bingo: Wednesday, August 19th

at 1:30 pm. The Senior Center is hosting a special afternoon for grandparents & their grandchildren. Bingo with Prizes and make-your-own-sundaes. Call today to schedule a “play date” with your grandchildren and then make sure you sign up at the reception desk.

News from the Friends of the

Senior Center:

The Penny Social will be

held on Sunday, August

9th at 12 noon This fundraising event features great prizes. Admission is only $2 and covers your first card of 25 tickets. Tasty lunch food will be available to purchase. Calling begins at 2:00 pm. Lots of fun and laughter for the whole family –

everyone loves a Penny Social!

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A “Petaled Paint Party” will be

held July 23rd at 6:00 pm. $30 covers all your supplies and instruction for creating a beautiful painting with instructor Nancy Warwick. Refreshments will be served. Register at the Senior Center.

The Craft Fair will be held on Satur-

day, October 17th. Please note that

this will be a one-day fair this year.

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Rich Badowski, a harmonica entertainer/showman

Wednesday, July 29th 1:30 pm

Rich has been playing harmonica for over 25 years. First inspired by his late father, then by the many great harmonica players of the last century, Rich co-

vers a wide range of styles from blues, country, and folk through jazz and classical music. Add to that show tunes, Christmas songs, patriotic melodies, oldies and much more. Be amazed at what one man can sound like on a harmonica. $5 per person.

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Thimble Islands Cruise (wait list) The Sea Mist takes us along the Rocky Isles off Stony

Creek Coast in Branford, CT. See wonderful estates and

learn stories of these beautiful islands.

Lunch at the Chowder Pot III in Branford, CT. Cost: $77

pp. Depart: 9:00 am Est. return: 5:00 pm

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Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Aqua Turf Club, Plantsville, CT

Bobby Rydell

A classic performer, Bobby Rydell is not only a singer but

an outstanding drummer, an agile dancer and a fine ac-

tor. Prepare to be entertained. Your Family Style Menu

includes Salad, Pasta, Chicken Francaise, and Baked

Salmon with Dill Sauce, Vegetable, Potato, Rolls, Dessert.

Okay, “Volare” you “Wild One”, get out there with friends for this great afternoon. For after all, ”We Got Love”

Let’s Remember the Good

Times!

Cost: $90 pp Depart: 9:15 am; Est. Return: 5:00 pm

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Backwards in High Heels at the Westchester Broadway Theatre

This Musical biography of Ginger Rogers is a candy

box of show-stopping dance numbers

and a parade of beloved songs. Enjoy

fine dining along with this full scale

musical production.

Cost: $90 pp. Depart: 9:45 am Est. return: 4:30 pm

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

9/11 Memorial Museum With lunch at Fino Ristorante, a popular

Wall Street restaurant. Menu: Soup or Sal-

ad, Chicken Parmigiana, Sole Organata,

Penne Vodka or Cheese Ravioli Marinara,

Dessert, Soda or Coffee.

Cost: $85 Depart: 9:00am; Est. return: 6:30pm

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Delaware & Ulster Railroad

Experience the elegance of yesteryear as we take a scenic

ride through the legendary Catskill Mountains. Your taste-

ful lunch will be served with linens and china in the beau-

tifully restored dining cars.

Cost: $90 pp. Depart: 8:00 am Est. return: 5:30 pm

Trips When a trip is full, we encourage people to take advantage of our wait list. It costs nothing to add your name and phone number and

there’s always a good possibility of being added to the trip as cancellations come up often.

**Casino Trips!: Monday, July 20th leave 8:30am Spend a day at the legendary Mohegan Sun for only $28 including food vouchers and free bets. Sign up with the receptionist, seats sell quickly.***

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Welcome To Our New Members

Joanne Perrault

Elvia Blanco

Ralph Blanco

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Edward Coelho

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Peggy Cunningham

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James McGuire

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HELP is available!!!

Confused about that

new application on

your laptop, your tablet,

your phone, or some other device?

Bring it in with you. We have volun-

teers who are ready to help. To

schedule an appointment for a one-on

-one, call the desk 203 312-5665.

Walk-ins are welcome on Tues-

days from 10-12:00 noon and

Thursdays from 2-4:00 pm.