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Wednesday Aug 26th
1:00 PM | Exercises in Palette Knife Oil Painting with Scott Landry
Palette knife painting is an artistic technique that uses flexible round edged metal knives to apply and manipulate paint on a canvas.
You will be learning the basics of palette knife painting, preferred substrates, viewing examples of paintings using this technique, other forms of paint application and so much more.
The fee for this class is $15 cash upon registration. You will receive a list of supplies to purchase before the class starts. Please register by Monday August 24th. | Wednesday Aug 26th
1:00 PM | Healthy Brain and Dementia Positive Presentation by Livewell
This is an inspirational workshop led by people living well with cognitive change.
During this session, we invite you to: Explore dementia through a strength-based lens. Identify healthy brain lifestyle habits that can prevent dementia and delay cognitive decline. Uncover supportive communication strategies. Reframe your narrative surrounding dementia with a positive lens. Register online or by calling the front desk at 860-621-3014 by Tuesday, August 25th. | Thursday Aug 27th
10:00 AM | Financial Fraud BINGO with the CT Department of Banking
Join State Representatives Gale Mastrofrancesco, Donna Veach and Senator Rob Sampson along with The Connecticut Department of Banking for a fun, interactive refresher lesson to remind yourselves about protecting your personal information and your money by playing Fraud BINGO!
They will discuss banking scams and fraud, identity theft, and more.
Please register online or by calling the front desk at 860-621-3014 by Wednesday, August 26th. | Friday Aug 28th
2:00 PM | Ice Cream Truck
Enjoy a treat after Bingo! The Seaside Creamery ice cream truck will be here from 2:00-3:30pm. This is quality, hand packed ice cream.
The price list is as follows:
Small cup- $5.00
Large cup-$6.00
Ice cream cookie sandwiches- $7.00
Small sundae-$7.00 | Monday Aug 31st
1:00 PM | Par Tea- The Health Benefits of Tea
Treat yourself to a lively tea tasting experience. Discover the surprising health benefits of tea and enjoy sweet treats too!
You may even find a new variety of tea that will awaken your tastebuds!
You will also learn about Tea at 3 for all ages. This free program connects generations over tea.
Please register by Friday, August 28th. | | | September | Tuesday Sep 8th
1:30 PM | Rita's African Show
Rita Wagener (Kabali) is a native of Uganda, a country located on the Eastern side of the African continent.
Wanting to keep her culture alive, Rita started sharing her roots with communities in her area. Even though Rita left her motherland in the early 1980s, she still remembers the culture, customs, and beliefs of her people.
Rita came to Connecticut via Fairbanks, Alaska, where she and her husband lived for 14 years. During Rita's show, she shares her experiences of living in 2 cultures. She also talks about living in America's biggest state and being the only person from her original country.
Rita's show takes you through fashions and dances of Africa. At the end of the show, you feel like you have traveled to Africa, without even being on a plane! You don't need a passport to go on this journey with Rita and her audience! Rita involves the audience by inviting them to participate in modeling and dancing. It's a great time for everyone!
Rita resides in Bethel with her husband Mitch Wagener.
She has 2 daughters, Rohanna Ssanyu and Danika Ssuubi plus a family dog named Mugsy.
Please register by Monday, September 7th online or by calling 860-621-3014. | Friday Sep 11th
10:00 AM | Community Health Study Listening Session
Join us for a community conversation about the health and healthcare needs of older adults in Southington. Your experiences and ideas will help identify the services and resources seniors need most and inform future community efforts.
All participants will receive a $25 gift card as a thank you.
This conversation is sponsored by the Main Street Community Foundation.
Please register by August 28th. | Monday Sep 14th
9:00 AM | Foot Clinic
Calendar House Foot Clinic
Nurse Katie Goshdigian will be providing foot care on select Mondays in the health suite. Appointments are for 30 minutes and include basic foot assessment, nail trimming, nail filing, and filing of corns/calluses. Cost is $30 payable to the nurse via cash or check made out to Foot Care RN. Please note clients with ingrown nails, history of leg/foot ulcers and diabetics taking medication need to seek foot care with their podiatrist or primary care provider. Please call 860-621-3014 to schedule an appointment. | Tuesday Sep 15th
12:00 PM | 10 Things Every Baby Boomer Should Know About Cremation with DellaVecchia Funeral Home
This informative and easy-to-follow presentation is designed for Baby Boomers and their families. It helps people understand cremation, how it works, what it costs, and how to plan ahead with less stress and more confidence.
The session covers important topics like making legal decisions, personalizing a final tribute, eco-friendly options, and how to choose the right cremation provider. It also touches on common questions about scattering ashes and the many ways people choose to be remembered today.
Register online or by calling 860-621-3014 by Monday, September 14th.
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| Schedule for Friday 21st August| Time | Activity | Where |
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| 8:30 to 4:30 | Calendar House Active Walkers | Undecided | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Conversation in the Cafe/Lounge | Cafe | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Library/Puzzle Makers | Library | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Ping Pong Players | Ping Pong Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Pool Players | Pool Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Cardio Room | Cardio Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | General Check-In | Undecided | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Outdoor Pickleball | Undecided | | 9:00 to 10:00 | Berkshire Hathaway Information Table | Lounge | | 9:30 to 10:30 | Gentle Yoga w/Clementine | Fitness Room | | 11:15 to 12:00 | Sit and Be Fit Physical Fitness | Fitness Room | | 11:30 to 1:30 | Powerback OT/PT Appointments | Health Suite | | 12:00 to 12:30 | RW Solutions Lunch | Undecided | | 1:00 to 2:30 | Bingo | Main Hall | | 2:00 to 2:30 | Cardio Drumming | Fitness Room |
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