Author: Tara Miller

April 2018

Welcome Spring! As we venture outside into the great outdoors for more exercise I thought it would also be fun to exercise our minds. Let’s test your knowledge about the State of Connecticut!
Where is the State Capitol Located?
What are the 2 Nicknames for Connecticut?
Connecticut was named after the Indian word “Quinnehtukqut” –What does it mean?
Can you name the following:
The State Tree The State Bird
The State Flower The State Shellfish
The State Animal The State Insect
The State Mineral The State Song
How well did you do? Look for the answers posted on the Senior Center Bulletin Board.
Warm regards,
Lucy

Mary McNelis
Director
Community Services
Tara Miller
Community Services Assistant
Lucy McConologue
Elderly Services
Program Manager
Zack Philippas
Recreation
Program Manager
Bonnie Wilkes
Municipal Agent
Administrative Office Hours
Mon—Thurs 8 am—4:30 pm
Friday 8 am—12 pm
203-888-0406

Transportation
Seymour Community Services provides scheduled transportation for seniors to local grocery stores, Doctor Appointments, the Seymour Oxford Food Bank and events at the community center. Please call at least 48 hours in advance.
Municipal Agent
The Municipal Agent for the Elderly assists seniors in Seymour by disseminating information regarding the myriad of available community resources and government benefits. The Municipal Agent will advise and connect Seymour Seniors with available resources to maintain a healthy, happy, independent, self-sufficient life. Office hours are available on Thursdays. Call or email for appointment
203-881-0256 or bwilkes@seymourct.org
Veteran's Services
Veteran's needing information about services and benefits available in the State of Connecticut should contact Seymour Community Services. For information call 203-888-0406.
Seymour Public Library
Various programs are offered for children and adults at the Seymour Public Library. To learn more go to www.seymourpubliclibrary.com or call 203-888-3903.

Community Resources

Memberships

Fitness Center Membership
The Community Center Fitness Room is FREE to Seymour Residents and Senior Center Members. It is located in the Seymour Community Center and includes two treadmills, rowing machine, stationary bike, an all-in-one gym, dumbells, and body bars.
Times: Mon–Th, 8 am – 4:30 pm, Fri - 8 am – 12 pm
Pool Membership
Seymour High School Pool is open for swimming, exercise and fun on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Spring hours will include Saturdays. Adult lap lanes available. Registration required.
Membership Fees: $40-$75 Residents
Dates: September— June
Days & Times: Mon, Wed, & Thurs, 7 – 9 pm
Senior Center Membership
A Senior Membership is recommended to attend a Senior Program or Trip. Not ready to become a member? You can still attend by paying an additional fee of $5.00 for the event/trip. Yearly membership runs from July 1 to June 30.
Annual Fees: 50-79 yrs. $5 Res/$7 Non Res.
80+ FREE (must renew annually July 1)

Community Center Programs & Activities

Day & Overnight Trips

Bocci League Join us for an info meeting to learn more about our Bocci Court and weekly games.
Date: April 12 Time: 1 pm Cost: Free
Reiki A gentle method of healing that helps restore the balance of life energy that flows through our body. Compliments medical treatments & appropriate for any state of health.
Date: April 16 Time: 2:30 pm Cost: $15/30 min
Jam Session Bring your instrument and join the band or just come listen to the tunes. Info session to discuss details.
Date: April 19 Time: 1 pm Cost: Free
Chair Volleyball A Co-Ed program. Great exercise and plenty of fun using a beach ball.
Date: April 23 Time: 1 pm Cost: Free
Lion’s Club Pizza Bingo The Seymour Lions Club will again be hosting their annual Pizza/Bingo Party. Lots of food and a fun-filled afternoon of Bingo.
Date: April 25 Time: 12 pm Cost: Free
Alzheimer's Support Group Join this information session if you are interested in a caregiver’s support group at CC.
Date: May 3 Time: 6:30 pm Cost: Free
Mother’s Day Spa Special Treat yourself to a facial, manicure and paraffin treatment, make-up application and blow out. Services take place at Oxford Academy of Hair Design & Spa.
Date: May 10 Departs: 1 pm Cost: $25 (Gift Cards available).
Decluttering Your Home Susan Lovallo, Professional
Organizer and the owner of Clutter Solutions
discusses ways to determine what to keep and what to let go of. Light lunch.
Date: May 14 Time: 11:15 pm Cost: Free
Living Well with Diabetes/Prediabetes Do you have diabetes or trying to prevent it? Join us for this info session which will provide an overview of this future workshop.
Date: May 15 Time: 6:30 pm Cost: Free
AARP Driver’s Refresher Course A 3 hr review of driving skills, new laws, and hazards of the road. You will receive a certificate to forward to your Insurance Co. for a discount.
Date: June 11 or Sept 10 Time: 9-12 pm Cost: $15/$20
Paint & Pizza Everyone likes Pizza now try painting! Create a masterpiece during this instructor led class for beginners or Picassos alike!
Date: June 20 Time: 12 pm Cost: $20
Grandchild & Me Painting Make a date with your grandchild to create a memorable 2 panel painting an instructor will be assisting you step by step to create your work of art. Ice Cream will be served.
Date: August 15 Time: 1-3 pm Cost: $25

Information Night Anna Daniele, Dietician and Certified Health coach will be presenting two nutritional seminars. Join us for an info session on the classes below.
Date: April 10 Time: 6:30 pm Cost: Free
Get Fit and Lose Weight This is an 8-week weight loss challenge that meets once a week to jump start you to sustainable weight loss & improve wellness.
Date: Apr 24 Time: 6-7:30 pm Cost: $155
Mindless Eating A 2 hour session takes an in-depth look at mindless eating & the research behind effortless weight loss.
Date: May 7 Time: 6-8 pm Cost: $25

Health & Wellness

Monthly Casino Trip Last Monday of each month we travel to either Foxwood or Mohegan. Call for details.
Date: April 30 Departs: 8 am Cost: $22
Fascia’s Chocolate Experience & Tour Visit this Family owned Waterbury chocolate maker established in 1964. This trip includes tastings, demonstration, and making your own chocolate bar. Lunch on own. CC Bus.
Date: April 26 Departs: 10 am Cost:$15
Atlantic City Our accommodations will be at the Tropicana Hotel & Casino. Trip includes 2 Meal Vouchers, $30 free play and show if available.
Date: May 7-9 Departs: 7 am Cost:$247/DO
Westchester Dinner Theater A Sister Act is a hilarious story of a disco diva whose life takes a surprising turn. A funny & funky musical. Cost includes lunch, show & transportation.
Date: June 7 Departs: 9:30 am CC Bus Cost: $68
Belmont Stakes Join us as we travel to the 150th running of the Belmont stakes! This day is filled with live music, food trucks , beverage tents and horse racing.
Date: June 9 Time: 11 am Cost: TBD
Sharon Playhouse-Anything Goes A Musical Comedy with lyrics & music by Cole Porter. Lunch on own.
Date: June 28 Departs: 9:30/CC Bus Cost: $33
Essex Train & Riverboat Tour Enjoy a 3 course meal on a restored Pullman Diner Car and then transfer to the Becky Thatcher Riverboat and cruise the Connecticut River.
Date: July 19 Departs 10am/CC Bus Cost: $60
Finger Lakes Wine & Garden Tour
Tour & Tasting at the Saranac Brewery & 3 wineries. Visit MacKenzie-Childs, Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion, Taughannock Falls. Lunch with wine pairing at NY Culinary & Wine Institute. Includes 5 Meals, and taxes, tips, & trip Ins.
Date: Aug 7-9 Departs CC: 7 am Cost: $596/DO
Branson Christmas Trip Includes flight to St. Louis, a guided tour of the city, dinner & stay at Hollywood Casino Hotel followed by 4 nights in Branson at the Great Oaks Hotel. Includes 7 shows, 11 meals, airfare, tips & ins.
Date: Nov 10-15 Departs: Cost: $1,922 DO
Radio City Music Hall Start the holiday
season with a trip to Radio City Music Hall for their annual Christmas Extravaganza featuring the Rocketts and a visit from Santa. Sightsee, eat & shop on own.
Date: Nov. 17 Departs: TBD Cost: TBD
Monthly Museum Series Visit a different museum each month followed by lunch on your own.
Cost & Time: Varies Call for details
June New England Carousel
July Green Animals Topiary
Aug Yale Art Museum
Sept Peabody
Oct Mystic Museum & Village

2019 CRUISE CORNER

Weekly Activities & Clubs

Information Night Join us for a free presentation & Q&A on the Cruises below.
Date: May 17 Time: 6:30 pm
Caribbean Cruise NY-11 Nights Round trip from NY to the Caribbean aboard the Norwegian Gem. Port stops include San Juan, St. Lucia, Barbados, Antigua, & St. Thomas.
Trans & Ins Included.
Date: Feb 25-Mar 8 Cost: $1379 & up
Mediterranean Cruise Fly to Barcelona for 2 nights. Then, board “Brilliance of the Seas” for 7 nights docking at Nice, Portofino, Florence, & Rome. Includes trans & trip Ins.
Dates: Oct 10-21 Cost: $3009 & up

Monthly Lunches

Lunch Bunch Monthly we venture out to a local restaurant, enjoying great food and friends. CC Bus
Date: April 9 Departs: 10:30 am Cost: Lunch on own
Senior Center Lunches Come to the Community Center
for a delicious lunch Catered by Matties Deli. This month we will enjoy porketta, eggplant parm and ziti.
Date: April 18 Time: 12 pm Cost: $8
Entertainment: Laugh Out Loud.

The Community Center offers a variety of weekly activities & clubs
Mon-Fri Walking Club 8 - 9:30 am
Monday Chair Volleyball 1:00 pm
Tuesdays Bingo 12:30 pm
Tuesdays Mahjong 12:30 pm
Wednesdays Poker Club 12:30 pm
Thursdays Pinochle 12:30 pm
Thursdays Weekly Jam 1:00 pm

April Monthly Services
Service	Date		Price
Foot Care	Mon, April 9		$30/30 min
Reiki	Mon, April 16		$15/30 min
Haircuts / at Oxford Academy of Hair	Wed, April 4		20% off / Services
Chair Massage	Thur, April 19		$15/15 min
*Appointments Required

Fitness Class Schedule
Day	Time	Class	Price
Mon	10 am	Chair Yoga	Free *
	6:30 pm	Zumba Dance	$45/$8
Tu	10 am	Tai Chi Easy II	$24
	11 am	Tai Chi Easy I	$24
	6:15 pm	Circuit Training	$35
Wed	10 am	Zumba Gold	Free *
	6:30 pm	PiYo	$45
	7:15	Aqua Zumba	$40
Th	10 am	Qigong	Free *
	7 pm	Line Dancing	$75
Fri	10 am	Strength & Balance	Free *
Sat	9 am	Zumba Dance	$45/$8
	9:30 am	Tai Chi I	$24
* Registration & Membership Required

Weekly Shopping
Tuesdays		Fridays
4/3	Shoprite	4/6	Market 32
4/10	Shoprite	4/13	Big Y
4/17	Shoprite	4/20	Stop & Shop
4/24	Shoprite	4/27	Walmart

Seymour Community Services
20 Pine Street
Seymour, CT 06483

Seymour Community Center
Administrative office Hours:
Mon – Th 8 am – 4:30 pm
Fridays 8 am – 12:00 pm
203-888-0406
To Register for a Program or Activity Visit:
Www.seymourcommunityservices.com—24/7 or call 203-888-0406

Weekly Programs
We have a new Bocci Court and will be signing interested players for weekly teams. Also you will have the opportunity to use court on your own when not in use by Teams.
We will also be offering the following new weekly programs:
Chair Volley Ball-Mondays-1:00 p.m.
DVD Walking Available-Tues/Thur-1:00 p.m.
Pickle Ball-Wed. 1:00 pm.
Tara-don’t know how you want to fit new programs in. We hope to start them in mid-April or early May.