July - Town of Greenwich
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July - Town of Greenwich
Greenwich Senior Center LANTERN July 2016 The go-to place for Greenwich residents aged 55 and “better” 299 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, CT 06830 www.greenwichct.org Main Phone: 203-862-6700 Cool July Highlights: The Boston Tea Party SMART Board Word Games w/ Suzanne Be A Sound Sleeper Sidewalk Sale Days! Power Aqua Fitness LIVE Entertainment TechLounge Free Open Summer Computer Lab New Art Class This Fall Ancient Egyptian Thought GHA : Palliative Care presented by popular historian Art Gottlieb, LCSW, CSA Friday July 8 1:15PM Far Lounge 55 and Better Meetup with Kelly Johnson, MSW , Family Centers of Greenwich Monday July 18, 10:00AM Far Lounge Take a moment to kick back, share, discuss, and laugh with fellow 55 +’s in a safe and friendly environment RELAXING & REVIVE WITH MUSIC The Greenwich Senior Center and the Osborn Proudly Present The Dynamic and Lively Guitar of Carmine Marino Thursday, July 14th 1:15PM Main Dining Room Refreshments Served For All! S E N I O R C E N T E R P RO G R A M A-G O G O Basic & Reg. Balance & Stretch & Core Strengthening w/ Neville Join Certified Personal Trainer Neville Warburton for a creative approach to whole body balance and core strength. Best Seller Book Author Lectures/ Signings Various popular authors visit and present on their publications. Bingo Takes place on Fridays @ 10:30am. Winners receive a small cash prize. Cost of cards is 25 cents. Bridge Play Join other seniors for an afternoon of informal bridge. Check calendar for game dates and times. Birthday Luncheon Members’ birthdays are celebrated on the last Tuesday of each month with a free lunch, courtesy of the GREATS. (Sign up ahead at front desk is a must!) B.Y.O.B. w/ Wendy Lee ―Build Your Own Back‖ pro active strength and toning class to combat and prevent back issues. Chair & Floor Yoga w/ Paula & Jeannie Jeannie Stevens and Paula Schooler bring participants all the spiritual, physical and mental benefits of Yoga in a chair and on the floor! Held in the Main Dining Room/ Far Lounge. Check calendar for days and times. Chess A group that meets to enjoy the game. Core Strengthening w/ Neville Specialized movements that target trunk muscles for a strong and healthy core. Discussion Groups w/ Bob and Kelly A safe environment to share and listen. Lead by caring professionals. Check calendar for dates and times. Famous People, Places, & Events An informative monthly presentation/ discussion w/ professional lecturer Art Gottlieb, CSA, MSW. See calendar for interesting monthly topics. Feldenkrais Style Movements For Arthritis Join Instructor Wendy Lee Rosa for a series of slow, static healing movements scientifically proven to combat arthritis pain in seniors. Props and music are used for program enhancement. Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie & Paula Hatha postures that challenge the body, mind and spirit. It’s the real thing folks! Floor mat is required. Namaste. Garden Center Workshop Held every month From Sept to March. Create lovely live arrangements. Sign-up required. Limit: 18 participants. Italian Lessons w/ Luciana Learn Italian grammar from experienced educator Luciana Orzano in a structured forum. Classes meet every week. Interesting Lectures/ Presentations/ Evening Series Professional guest speakers present on an array of interesting and informative topics of interest to seniors ranging from healthcare to wellness, history and nature to elder law and financial planning. Never a sales pitch. Forums are purely educational. Refreshments & giveaways at many sessions! Knitting Knotch / Needlework Groups All levels welcome. Create any item of your choice. Instruction offered on Wed mornings w/ Debbie. Live Entertainment Talented musical artists perform for your pleasure. Dance & sing the morning or afternoon away! Check calendar for dates and times. Multi-Level & Beginner Art Classes w/ Chris Both novices and experienced artists are welcome. Some materials provided. Participate in local exhibitions. Peer/ professional assistance from expert Chris Gordon available depending on the class. NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein Not your grandmother’s crosswords folks! Check activities calendar for dates and times. Pickup Tabletop Games Random card/ board game sessions throughout the day, Mon thru Fri. Scheduled activities take room precedence. Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie Challenge your bod to static stretching and toning. On the floor, or in a chair. Mats required. Quilting Patch All are welcome to join this cheerful group. Some instruction provided. Shopping w/ The TAG Bus Driver Twice every month on Fridays go shopping at Shop Rite of Stamford and once per month shop at Walmart Rte.7 Norwalk on a Mon. Limit: 2 bags per person. Sign up at the front desk. Check calendar for dates. Limit: 20 shoppers. Silvertones Choir A group of enthusiastic seniors who love to sing led by professional Music Director Pamela Kuhn. Travel to area facilities/ organizations & events to perform live! Two rehearsals per month. Special Events/ Parties , & Trips Check the Lantern/ Center flyers for upcoming fun gatherings at very affordable fees. Super Noggin Total brain healthy living course. Evidence based! 8 weeks for only $20. See staff for courses and sign up. T’ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn Learn the moves and wellness benefits of this ancient art from a Certified Master. A safe form of exercise that strengthens core balance, increases mental function, and tones the body. TechLounge A variety of computing classes to meet today’s demand. Only $5 per class. Check Lantern calendar for class days and times. Newly renovated! Total Body/ Mind Wellness Programs Credentialed professionals discuss modern mind/ body health related topics. See calendar for dates and times. Word Games w/ Suzanne Challenge your brain for prizes on our new state of the art SMARTboard! Zumba Gold w/ Wendy Lee All the benefits of regular Zumba for seniors now twice per week! Great music & moves. We rock out to the latest groovy tunes. It’s the real thing folks! Important State Health Insurance Assistance Program Information SHIP Program In Jeopardy Tell Congress not to eliminate funding for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) that helps millions of Medicare beneficiaries understand and navigate the Medicare Program. CHOICES is Connecticut's State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and helps thousands of Connecticut's older adults and persons with disabilities navigate the complex Medicare Program. Many of you may have been helped by a CHOICES trained counselor at some point in your lives. The Senate Appropriations Committee has voted to eliminate the funding for this program. The House Committee will be voting on it in the coming weeks. Please call or email our Federal legislators and tell them to reinstate the funding for SHIP, an invaluable program that provides free, unbiased and comprehensive information and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries to help them compare and enroll in Medicare Advantage, Part D and/or Medigap Plans, apply for programs that help pay for prescriptions, and so much more. To email your legislators visit www.democracy.io or call your legislators at the numbers below: Senator Richard Blumenthal Congressman Jim Himes Senator Chris Murphy Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (203) 330-0598 (203) 333-6600 (860) 549-8463 (203) 378-9005 299 O N T HE A V EN UE (CHEF J U LY 2 0 1 6 JOHN’S MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Chef’s Choice Desserts Each Day! 4 Senior Center Closed For the 4th of July Friday 1 House Salad Soup of the Day Roasted Chicken Roasted Vegetables Mashed Potatoes 5 6 7 8 House Salad Soup of the Day Crab Cakes Cole Slaw Corn On The Cobb Herbed Potatoes House Salad Soup of the Day Baked Lasagna Green Beans Garlic Bread House Salad Soup of the Day Meatloaf Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes House Salad Soup of the Day Teriyaki Glazed Salmon Sautéed Kale with Cranberries Orzo Pilaf No Luncheon 11 12 13 14 15 House Salad Soup of the Day Chicken Parmesan Over Spaghetti House Salad Soup of the Day Shepard’s Pie House Salad Soup of the Day Barbeque Ribs Mac and Cheese House Salad Soup of the Day Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry Spinach Green Peas Sautéed Collard Greens House Salad Soup of the Day Vegetable Stuffed Peppers Mashed Potatoes Roasted Carrots 18 19 20 21 22 House Salad Soup of the Day Manicotti House Salad Soup of the Day Pork Chop House Salad Soup of the Day French Dip Sandwiches House Salad Soup of the Day BBQ Chicken House Salad Soup of the Day Stuffed Sole Sauteed Broccoli Rabe Mashed Potato Potato and Macaroni Salad Orzo Pilaf Garlic Bread Broccoli Steak Fries Macaroni Salad 25 26 27 28 29 House Salad Soup of the Day Chicken Alfredo House Salad Soup of the Day Fisherman’s Platter Roasted Potatoes House Salad Soup of the Day Pulled Chicken Sliders Cole Slaw Potato Salad House Salad Soup of the Day Swedish Meatballs House Salad Soup of the Day Peas and Carrots French Themed Day Chef’s Vegetables Corn On The Cobb Over White Rice Creamy Spinach Chef’s Special JULY 2016 Lantern Calendar of Monday Daily Pickup Table Top Games Tuesday The Boston Tea Party 9:00AM to 4:00PM Art Gottlieb, LCSW, CSA Events We d n e s d a y Thursday A Presentation by Locations of play vary: scheduled Fri June 8, 1:15PM activities take room precedence Far Lounge 4 Senior Center Building Closed 5 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 10:00 Quilting Patch-CR in observance of 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn Independence Day 6 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play 1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Nevi 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness Begins!-GWC 1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR 1:15 Be A Sound Sleeper w/ Melody Matheny, RN, VNA-MDR 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD No Programs 9:30 Shop at Walmart 11 9:45 Mutli Level Art Class 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 12 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop GamesLocations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 10:00 Quilting Patch-CR Peer Critique with Chris Gordon 1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 10:00 Podaitrist Dr. Amira Mantoura Presents 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play On Keeping Your Feet Happy-MDR 2:00 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn 11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD 1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 18 9:45 Mutli Level Art Class 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 19 Peer Critique with Chris Gordon 10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn 1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play 1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Sidewalk Sale Days on Greenwich Ave. 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 1:15 The Osborn Presents The Dynamic Guitar Carmine Marino-MDR, Refreshments Serv 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD 20 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games Locations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 10:00 Quilting Patch-CR 10:00 55 & Better Meetup w/ Kelly Johnson-MSW 13 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 1:15“Ancient Egyptian Thought” With Bill Horn-MDR 2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements 25 9:45 Mutli Level Art Class Peer Critique with Chris Gordon 11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD 1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens–FL 10:00 10:45 1:00 1:00 2:00 26 Quilting Patch-CR T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Chess & Bridge Play Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 27 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Beginner Art Class w/ Chris Gordon-CR 1:00 Pickup Card Games Play-LD 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 2:15 GHA Stroke Awareness Support Grp. Topic: Social Wellness & Palliative Care-FL 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa ntern Calendar of Events Tuesday Programs Subject To Change We d n e s d a y Thursday Friday The Boston Tea Party 9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville A Presentation 9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge by 10:30 Bingo! rt Gottlieb, LCSW, CSA 1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite ri June 8, 1:15PM 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR Far Lounge 5 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Quilting Patch-CR Chess & Bridge Play Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 12 13 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop GamesLocations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Chess & Bridge Play T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn 19 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Neville-LD 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness Begins!-GWC 1:15 8 9:30 Painting Session w/ Chris Gordon-CR 9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville 9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge 10:30 Bingo! 1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR Be A Sound Sleeper w/ 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR Melody Matheny, RN, VNA-MDR 1:15 Art Gottlieb Presents on T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Chess & Bridge Play Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Quilting Patch-CR T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL Chess & Bridge Play Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 14 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 10:30 Bingo! 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR Carmine Marino-MDR, Refreshments Served! 1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD 27 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Beginner Art Class w/ Chris Gordon-CR 1:00 Pickup Card Games Play-LD 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa 2:15 GHA Stroke Awareness Support Grp. Topic: Social Wellness & Palliative Care-FL 15 9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge 1:15 The Osborn Presents The Dynamic Guitar of 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD Sidewalk Sale Days on Greenwich Ave. 9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 20 26 Sidewalk Sale Days on Greenwich Ave. The Boston Tea Party-FL 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games Locations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa Quilting Patch-CR 5 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens–FL 7 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD Quilting Patch-CR Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL 6 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL 1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of Play Vary 1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn 0 5 0 0 0 1 9:30 Painting Session-CR 1:15 Discussion Grp. W/ Bob & Friends-FL 21 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 9:30 Painting Session-CR 22 9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville 9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge 10:30 Bingo! 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 1:15“Ancient Egyptian Thought” With Bill Horn-MDR 1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR 28 9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 10:00 Knitting Knotch-CR 10:30 Power Aqua Fitness-GWC 1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR 2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD 9:30 Painting Session-CR 9:30 9:30 10:30 1:00 1:15 29 Core Strengthening w/ Neville Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge Bingo! Chess & Bridge Play-CR SMARTboard Brain Games w/ Suzanne For Prizes!-MDR S E N I O R C E N T E R S E RV I C E S Senior Center: Open Monday thru Friday 9:00AM to 4:00PM Front Desk 203 862-6700 Administrator Laurette Helmrich 203 862-6720 Program Coordinator Suzanne S. Testani, TRD, ADC 203 862-6721 Administrative Staff Assistant I Deana Salerno Morrison, Inc. Food Services Chef Manager Sashawna Dacosta 203 862-6700 203-862-6725 Commission on Aging (CoA): Open Mon thru Fri 8:00AM to 4:00PM Director Lori Contadino, MS Administrative Staff Assistant II Chicky Krois 203 862-6710 203 862-6710 Greenwich Dept. of Health: The Health Suite is located on the ground floor of the Senior Center. A Public Health Nurse is in on Tuesdays from 12:30PM to 2:30PM—Free walk-in visits Health Suite 203 862-6730 Dept of Health 203 622-7864 Luncheon by Morrison Foods, Inc. A delicious hot meal is served Mon thru Fri at the Senior Center between 12:00PM & 1:00PM. Please make reservations the day before at the front desk until 11:00AM. If interested in dining on a Monday, please call the Friday before. Reservations the day of the lunch will not guarantee you a meal. Noon meal prices: dining in: $4.00 to go: $4.50 Senior Tax Relief: The Greenwich Assessor's Office is accepting applications for Tax Relief for income limited Seniors or totally disabled homeowners beginning February 1, 2014. New applicants may visit or call the Assessor's Office for assistance. Assessor’s Office 203-622-7885 Senior Tax Relief: Applications for the State and Local Senior Tax Relief must be submitted between February 1 and May 15. Forms will be mailed to prior recipients and they may complete the forms required, including copies of their income tax return and social security documents and send them to the Assessor before March 15. After March 15, the completed applications must be dropped off at the Assessors Office prior to the deadline of May 15. New applicants may come to the Assessor's Office for assistance. Assessor’s Office 203-622-7885 Social Services: (Town Hall Number) 203-622-3831 Linda Sandiaes, MSW 203-622-7797 Senior Center Office Hours Thursdays: 9:00AM - 11:00AM To make an appointment contact the CoA 203-862-6710 Rent Rebate: May 1 Through Oct 1 Mon (by appointment only) 10:30AM - 12:30PM to 2:00PM. Walk ins welcome no appointment needed Office Hours: 10:30AM - 12:00PM Contact: Jayne Wilson Dept. of Social Service 203 622-6458 Energy Assistance: Nov 1 thru April 30 Mon (By App Only) Shut-offs, out of oil, emergency issues 12:30PM-2:00PM Dept. of Social Service 203 622-3800 Transportation: Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish to come to the center. Reservations can be made at the front desk until 1:00PM 203 862-6700 In case of cancellation please call TAG directly at: 203 637-4345 USE: (Utilize Senior Energy) A no-fee employee referral service for adults aged 50 plus. Located on the ground floor of the Senior Center. Please visit UtilizeSeniorEnergy.org for more information. Open Mon thru Fri 203-629-8032 Hours are 9:30AM to 12:30PM Director Michael Amoroso 203 629-8032 The Greenwich Senior Center & Greenwich Hospital Present The Stroke Education & Support Group Please join us at the Greenwich Senior Center 4th Wednesday of the month Next Session: Wed July 27, 2016 2:15PM – 3:00PM - Far Lounge Topic: Promoting Social Wellness Through Palliative Care Did you know: Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability among adults in the U.S. Every 40 seconds someone suffers a stroke 80% of strokes can be prevented Facilitated by Sally Scannell, RN of GHA Please contact GSC Program Coordinator Suzanne Testani @ 203-862-6721 The Greenwich Senior Center Announces Our New Art Class New art classes are launching this fall at the Greenwich Senior Center. Our first 8 week art class session will be "Exploring Autumn Landscapes" September 12th - November 7th (no class on Monday Oct 10) Registration is required and on a first come, first served basis. The class is open to all beginner and intermediate members of the Greenwich Senior Center. Each session is limited to 12 participants. A $10 studio art supply fee includes instruction, canvas, and paint/mediums necessary for the lesson. A recommended supply list is available from art instructor Chris Gordon after registration. Please see staff in the Administrative office to register and pay. Class will be from 9:30AM to 11:00AM Last month, best-selling Book Author Janet Barrett presented her novel ―They Called Her Reckless‖ a true story about a miracle horse who served as a sergeant during the Korean War to an enthralled audience. GREATS member Bob Robins discusses his CIA experience in the Far Lounge Professional Broadway Singer Bonney Rapp Rofe’ performed courtesy of Atria, located in Rye Brook, NY HELPFUL SENIOR CENTER INFO HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER: Membership is free to any Greenwich Resident aged 55 or better. Our hours of operation are Mon thru Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm. Come in and see a friendly staff member who will register you and provide a tour. Stay for lunch and see why we’re the best kept secret in Town. Joining is easy! See any Senior Center staff member and we’ll enter you in the MySeniorCenter database. You will also be issued a key tag for our MySeniorCenter swipe system at no charge. There is a $5 fee to replace lost key tags. Just swipe the card at the screen in our front lobby, choose your activities for the day on the touch screen, and you’re good to go! It’s our mission to keep the process very user-friendly and welcoming. We also offer annual parking passes that must be renewed each Jan for $5. Your current CT license plate number is required to obtain a pass. HOW TO HAVE BREAKFAST AND OR LUNCH WITH US: The Senior Center is serving a continental breakfast menu along with our complete noon meal daily. Luncheon includes: soup of the day, house salad, entrée, dessert and refillable beverage during the breakfast/ lunch hour. The fees are as follows and payable by cash, check, or pre-paid tickets: COFFEE $ .75 (includes free refills) MUFFIN or TOAST W/ COFFEE $1.00 LUNCH $4.00 TO GO LUNCH $4.50 PRE PAID LUNCH COUPON BOOKS $80.00 (FOR 20 LUNCHES) If you’re dining with us or taking it to go, please sign up at the Front Desk or place your order over the phone the day before by calling 203-862-6700. Monday’s lunch sign up list will be available on the previous Friday. Lunch signup ends each day promptly at 11:00AM. If you decide to order a luncheon item off the alternative menu, you must do so before 11:00AM. Absolutely NO changes will be accepted after that time. Please be advised that if you sign up the same day as you wish to have lunch we cannot guarantee you a meal for that day. Also, due to the increased volume of lunches served, we may run out of an item on the menu. Please be advised that substitutions may occur. For your convenience, we offer ―To-Go‖ Lunches for an additional 25 cents. They are packed standard and no substitutions are allowed. Please indicate if you choose to dine in or take out when signing up on the phone or in person at the front desk. ToGo Lunches must be picked up between 12:30PM and 1:00PM, are subject to availability, and cannot be held. If you care to take home an additional to-go meal, you must wait until everyone has been served. Lunch Tickets are non refundable due to loss or theft and are not redeemable for cash at any time. EXCITING SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES: Classes, performances, professional lectures, health forums plus WiFi are free of charge and open to any Senior Center Member. Due to space limitations, we occasionally require sign ups prior to a specific program or event which is done on a first come, first served basis. Activities are advertised in the monthly Lantern Newsletter, event flyers, daily/ Sunday Greenwich Time Senior Page/ Greenwich Post/ News/ Sentinel/ Citizen newspapers, Greenwich Patch online, WGCH AM 1490 Radio, Constant Contact, all of the Town’s libraries, Greenwich Town Hall, our Facebook page, and The Official Town of Greenwich Web Site. SENIOR CENTER PARTIES, TRIPS, & EVENTS: Although the majority of our programs are free, there are fees associated with our trips and theme/holiday parties and some programs. A staff member will be available Monday thru Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to assist with trip/ event sign-ups and table assignments. Fees are payable by cash or check. Please make checks payable to: ―Senior Citizens GREATS Club–Old Town Hall‖ or for your convenience, we can stamp the check for you. If you would like to send a check in to reserve your seat, simply contact Program Coordinator Suzanne Testani at 203-862-6721 to inquire about event availability/ seating arrangements and TAG transportation. The Senior Center is not responsible in whole or in part to trip participants for any loss or damage to persons or property. There are No Refunds, No Party Reservation Transfers, and No To Go Meals at any Senior Center Events. TRANSPORTATION SERVICE: Bus service to and from your home to the Senior Center is provided daily Monday thru Friday by the Transportation Association of Greenwich (TAG). Your arrival at the Center is approx. 9:00 am and departure is at 2:45 pm. Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish to come to the Center. Reservations can be made at the Front Desk until 1:00 pm or call 203-862-6700 the day before to have your name placed on the transportation list. In case of cancellation please call TAG directly at 203 637-4345. POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL: Senior Center Policy & Procedure Manuals are available for review at the Front Desk or in the Program Coordinator’s work area. They can also be purchased for $5.00 a copy.