Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 AM –4 PM Phone: (860) 675-2492

Sharyn Holmes, Senior Center Coordinator View this newsletter & other information at: Andrea Bouchard, Program Assistant www.farmington-ct.org

AUG/SEPT/OCT 2019

321 New Britain Ave., Unionville, CT 06085

Summer Send-Off party

Wednesday,

September 18th

12:30—2PM

$10.00/pp $12.00 Guests

Summer is coming to an end and September is National Senior Center Month! Let’s

celebrate these occasions with one last cookout! Enjoy a pig roast, hot dogs, all the

fixings, dessert, beverages and live music by Ray Paquet & Lynn Tracey!

Registration required. Space is limited!

Sign up by September 3, 2019.

Parkinson’s Support Group Aug. 9, Sept.13, Oct. 11

10:30-11:30 AM We invite you to join this monthly support group for those with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. This support group will provide resources , education and an opportunity for those living with Parkinson’s to have mutual support, gain coping skills in matters related to living with Parkinson’s Disease.

Call SC, 860-675-2492 for meeting location. Co-sponsored with Anthology of Farmington.

Farmington Care Fair Wednesday, October 16th

SAVE THE DATE

Time: TBD Many vendors and other local resources

will be here to share information! Visit exhibits & learn about available

products and services. ADMISSION IS FREE!

DATES TO REMEMBER Aug. 5—Antiques Presentation, p. 3 Aug. 21—Parfait Day, p. 1 Aug. 25—Musical Talent Show, p. 3 Sept. 2—Center Closed, Labor Day Sept. 5—Annual Beach Outing, p. 3 Sept. 13—Parkinson’s Support Group, p.1 Sept. 18—Summer Send-off Party, p.1 Sept. 25—Opioids & Older Adults, p. 3 Oct. 3—Flu Shot Clinic, p. 5 Oct.10—Medicare 2020 Info, p. 3 Oct. 14—Center Closed, Columbus Day Oct. 16—Annual Farmington Care Fair, p.1 Oct. 18—AARP Smart Driver Course, p.6

Parfait Day Wed., August 21st at 1:30pm

Cool off this afternoon with a yogurt parfait bar and live music!

This event is free! Sign up on lobby table.

Event sponsored by Middlewoods of Farmington

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Mission Statement To promote and support senior citizen involvement in a healthy and interactive lifestyle through programs,

activities and services that enrich the mind, body and spirit.

Musical Talent Show Sunday, Aug. 25th, 2-4 PM at the Senior Center

Ben Cooley, Troop #170, is doing an Eagle Scout project that would benefit seniors and the Senior Center. Donations through a musical talent show will provide funds to build a gazebo at Maple Village. In addition,

funds will be used to purchase a special listening system for the Senior Center. Save the date and help support this wonderful project!

Opioids and older adults Wednesday, September 25th at 10:30am

The opioid epidemic is an issue of growing concerning in the US. Its impact can be felt by all age groups, including older adults. Come learn

about the potential risks associated with medication overuse and mismanagement, learn tips to assist family and friends in addressing concerns about

their loved one’s opioid use, review proper disposal of opioid medications, and more!

This event is free. Sign up on lobby table.

Sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care.

Antiques program

Monday, August 5th at 1:00pm

What should you do with the stuff your kids don’t want? Toss It? Sell It? Jaime Selig, owner of

James Selig Estate Jewelry and Antiques with over 30 years in the antiques business, will be

here to discuss the state of the antiques market, items that have value and don’t have value, and

new trends in the antique world.

Free! Sign up on lobby table!

Annual Outing Clinton Outlets,

Lenny & Joe’s and Hammonasset Beach

Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 Leave SC 9:00AM

$15.00 + Lunch on Own at Lenny & Joe’s

In the morning choose between shopping at the Clinton Outlets or go to the beach. Lunch will be at Lenny & Joe’s in Westbrook. After lunch, we will all go to Hammonasset Beach. Meigs Point

has a pavilion, vending machines and restrooms. It’s great to walk on the beach or

enjoy the ocean view!

Everyone will be required to leave the bus

for the afternoon at Meigs Point. Bring a chair, hat, sunglasses etc.

Medicare in 2020 Info Session Thursday, October 10th at 1:00PM

Would you like to know what’s changing in Medicare in 2020? Do you wonder about

television ads offering Medicare plans with no monthly premiums? Do you want to learn how to review your Medicare plans to be sure they’re still

meeting your needs? Or how you can have someone help you do that review?

A certified CHOICES Counselor, will cover those Medicare topics and more.

Free! Sign up on lobby table!

Important Date: Open Enrollment Begins Oct. 15!

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Senior Travel It’s time to travel. Join this lively group of

adventuresome travelers for good times and new friends. See detailed flyers posted at Senior Center.

Foxwoods Casino & Tanger Outlets Thursday, August 22, 2019—$34pp Upon arrival you will receive a complimentary casino & meal package. Attached to the casino are dozens of retail outlet shops! Spend your time shopping, gambling, or a little of both!

Blossoms and Butterflies Tuesday, September 3, 2019—$110pp First stop will be at Yankee Candle in Deerfield, MA, one of New England’s most popular tourist attractions! Next head down the road to Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens. Enjoy a lunch at the Deerfield Inn. Last stop is the Bridge of Flowers.

Vine to Wine in Vermont Tuesday, October 1, 2019—$101pp First stop is the Vermont Distillers, participate in a tour and enjoy a tasting. Next stop is the Honora Winery and Vineyards in Jacksonville, VT where you will have a tour, tasting and a buffet lunch. Last stop is the Grafton Village Cheese Company!

Coming Soon in 2020!

April 2020—MGM Casino, Springfield MA

May 2020—Bar Harbor, ME

October 2020—Lancaster, PA—Sight & Sound Theater

Interested in a trip not listed? Let us know! We are always looking for suggestions!

Checks payable to Town of Farmington.

Seating assigned when trip is paid.

Overnights & Cruises!

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Utah’s National Parks from Las Vegas! May 21-29, 2020—$4,239pp double. Spend 9–days/8-nights traveling the West, Fly in and out of Las Vegas, travel old Rt. 66 on the way to see more that 5 of our grandest National Parks which are known as the ‘Mighty 5’, Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, Bryce and Zion National Parks!

Make sure to attend our SPECIAL TRAVEL PRESENTATION

on Thursday, September 26th at 1:00pm Save $150.00 if you book at this presentation!!

Alaska—Aboard Celebrity Cruises! June 12-19, 2020—$2,711+ pp Double Stops include: Seattle, WA, Ketchikan, AK, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Juneau, AK, Skagway, AK, Alaska inside Passage and Victoria, BC.

Canada & New England—Princess Cruises September 26—Oct. 3, 2020—$1,703+ pp Double Stops include: New York, NY, Newport, RI, Boston, MA, Bar Harbor, ME, Saint John (for the Bay of Fundy), NB, and Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Sunny Portugal October 3-12, 2020—$3,529pp Double Highlights include: Portuguese Riviera, Lisbon, Obidos, Sintra, Choice on Tour, Arraiolos, Cork Factory, Evora, Alentejo, Lagos, Algarve, Faro, Tavira, Winery Visit, 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Sagres!

South Pacific Wonders November 3 –17, 2020 -$6,799pp Double 15 Day Tour with 21 Meals included: Highlights include: Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Christchurch Mt. Cook Region, Arrowtown, Queestown, Milford Sound, Merino Sheep Farm.

Make sure to attend our

SPECIAL TRAVEL PRESENTATION on Thursday, November 14th at 10:30am

Learn more about both of these exciting trips!

Detailed itineraries available on the

Town of Farmington Website

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Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 9

9:30am—10:30am Jack Felix, BC-HIS, ACA

Hearing Care Centers Screening Test

Hearing Aid Cleaning & Ear Exam Please call 860-675-2492 or stop in the office

to schedule an appointment!

Memorials & Gifts The Senior Center has a Memorial & Gift

Fund to honor a relative or friend. These gifts are used to support SC programs that enrich

the lives of seniors. Checks payable to Town of Farmington Senior Center.

If you would like to make a donation to the Senior Center, envelopes are available in the

office or by the lounge. Thank You!

FEES

Personal Trainer Orientation $25

Resident Fee $10/month or

$50 for 6 months

Non-Resident Fee $15/month or

$75 for 6 months

Fitness Center Membership

What is offered:

2 NuStep Trainers, An Elliptical Trainer An Upright Bicycle, 4-Station Multi-Gym, 2 Treadmills, Medicine

Balls, Various Free-Weights, Stretch Bands Boxing Bags & Gloves

-Guidance from a Certified Personal Trainer

HOURS

Mondays: 9am-11:00am

Tuesdays: 9am—11:00am

Wednesdays: 10am—12

Thurs: 9—11:00am

Fridays: 9am—11:00am

*Times Subject to Change*

Deposit documents for shredding in the locked and secure Shred-It box in the Senior Center office. Fee: $1.00 Per Pound

Stay connected with us! Updates, program information, calendars and newsletters will now be available by email in the next few months. We would love for you to be apart of our email list! Please fill out the form

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Flu Clinic At the Senior Center

Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019— 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Regular Flu Shots High Dose Flu Shots (Age 65+)

Medicare Part B Accepted. Call VNA at 860-651-3539

Appointments Recommended

Walk ins Welcome! *Verify reimbursement for other insurances

Medicare’s Prescription Plan D Enrollment

Oct. 15-Dec. 7, 2019

Help is available in evaluating and comparing plans for Medicare Part D and

Medicare Advantage Plans.

Make an appointment with our CHOICES counselor by calling the Senior Center.

PG 6

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Games & Activities

Bridge (Party)—Enjoy playing bridge? Join this experienced group on Tuesday afternoons, 1-3 PM

Canasta (Modern American Style) - Instruction available for this popular card game on Tuesdays, 10-12 Noon.

Chess Club —Bring a friend and drop by to play a game of chess on Tuesdays or Thursdays, 12-3:30 PM.

Friendly Folks—This group of friendly ladies likes to get together Fridays 10-12N to chat, knit, or crochet.

Mah Jongg (American Style)—Played with 152 tiles, racks and a scoring card. Meets Wednesdays, 1-3 PM.

Mexican Train: Be the first player to lay down all of your dominoes. Easy & lots of fun! Tues. 1-3PM, Thurs. 9-12N

Movies—Flyers to be posted for the monthly movies.

Pickleball—Have fun playing Pickleball on Tuesdays 1:30-3:30 PM and /or Fridays 1:30-3:30 PM.

Pool Players—Mondays 10-12N Co-ed, Wednesdays 10-12N Men, Fridays 10-12N Ladies

Red Hatters—Fun loving group of women 50+ women who approach life with vim and vigor!

ROMEOs—Retired Older Men Enjoying Outings—group of gentlemen who enjoy interesting and educational tours.

Rummikub—Play sets of groups or runs with tiles from your own hand or those on the table. Thursdays 1-3PM

Scrabble/Quiddler—Challenge and expand your word power with a game on Mondays 1-3 PM.

Wood Carvers—Enjoy wood carving. Instruction & materials provided. Mondays 10-12 N & Fridays 9-12 N

Educational Programs

AARP Smart Driver Course—Dates for 2019: Friday, Oct. 18. FEE: AARP Members—$15/Non-Members—$20 pay by exact cash or check to AARP. Fees collected by instructor. Call office to sign up. Ask the Physical Therapist– 4th Wednesday of the Month at 10:00am. Free! Topic posted each month. Bible Study—Non-denominational group study. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30AM. Call for current topic. Book Discussion Group—meets 1-2:30 PM on the 3rd Thurs. of the month. Call center for book list! Current Events Discussion Group—discuss topics of interest every Wed., 12:30—2:00 pm “Salon” Discussion Group—This French word used in 1664 denotes a group that gathers together to discuss a

variety of issues ranging from politics to current events. Share your opinions at this forum every Wed., 1-3 PM.

Veteran’s Coffee Hour—4th Thursday, 10:30-11:30AM. Learn about benefits & entitlements for veteran/spouse.

Share experiences along with discussion of current and historical military events.

Exercise Programs– Minimum Enrollments Required

Beat PD (Parkinson’s Disease) - Wed. 1:30-2:30/2:30-3:30 PM. Functional Interval Training & Boxing.

Chair Yoga—Mon. 10:30-11:30AM. A gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair.

Core Strength & Balance—Mon. 1:00-2:00 PM. Exercises for all levels done standing/sitting.

Exercise with Lorie—Tues. 11:30-12:30PM. Exercises focus on activities of daily living, muscle conditioning, stretching along with breathing and relaxation techniques. Program is done seated with some standing.

Fitness Center—Open Mon-Fri, by appointment. Orientation required with trainer. See page 2 for more info & fees.

Power & Fitness—Thursdays 1:00-2:00 PM. Move to the music for a mild cardio workout. Strengthen the major muscle groups using hand weights and stretch bands. Bring your water bottle.

Qigong— Thursdays, 10:30AM-11:30 AM. Use movement to stimulate flow of chi, increase vitality and promote relaxation. Increase flow of blood to the various organs. Exercises done mainly seated.

Tai Chi for Health—Tues. 10:30—11:30 AM. Low impact exercise. Healthful & harmonious movements tone & increase muscle flexibility. Improve fitness and balance. Exercises done standing.

Zumba Gold—Fridays, 10:30-11:30 AM. Dance to Latin Music for an aerobic workout!

Call 675-2492 for session dates and fees!

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PG 8

Free Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screenings provided by the

Farmington Valley VNA!

1st Monday of the Month: 11:00am—12:30pm

&

4th Tuesday of the Month: 12:30—2:00pm

Paint & Sip Instructor led art class with a twist!

Tuesday, September 24th at 1:00pm

$15.00 Project to be posted.

Space is limited! Prior registration required. Sign up in office!

Socialization & Recreation Group Farmington Community Services invites all older adults who would benefit from socialization to join us every Tuesday, 1:30-3:00 PM at the Senior Center. We use different media: music, fun food activities and arts & crafts.

Low Vision Support Group SENIOR CENTER

Third Tuesday of the Month 1:00—2:30pm

Upcoming Speakers & Topics August—No Meeting/Summer Break

September 17th: CRIS Radio October 15th: Dr. Ingriselli— Advanced Physical Therapy

Please contact Social Services at 860-675-2390 for dates and more info.