August 2016 - Town of Plainville

Plainville Senior Center
Dynamic Past * Vibrant Future
Shawn Cohen, Director
Ronda Guberman, Assistant Director
200 East Street, Plainville CT 06062
Phone 860-747-5728
Free Sign–Up Day is August 3. Mega Sign-Up Day is August 4–, 9:15 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
REMINDER: After Mega Sign-Up Day, sign-ups for paid events and trips take place Monday through Friday
between 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 (noon), and Mondays from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. We accept cash and checks made out
to Plainville Senior Center only.
Indoor Tag Sale & Jewelry Tag Sale
to Benefit Dial-A-Ride and Other Programs at the Senior Center.
Thursday, August 18
$1.00 Early Bird Admission on Thursday, August 18th, 9:30– 10:00 a.m.
Free Admission 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, August 19th no early birds. Hours 9:30—11:30
Help us by cleaning out your closets, as we are having another of our famous tag sales which includes household items, kids toys, new or used jewelry and lots of other items! (No clothing, shoes, TVs, computers or
fitness equipment, please). Call Toni to sign-up to help set-up or work the day of the tag sale.
Bring in items for the tag sale between August 10 and August 17th
(Please do not bring tag sale items before the drop-off dates as we will not have room to store the items).
Set up for the tag sale will be held on Tuesday, August 16th and Wednesday, August 17th
Veteran’s Coffee Hour at the Senior Center, Tuesday, August 2nd at 10:30 a.m.
CALLING ALL VETERANS — LEARN ABOUT:
Veteran Benefits, Entitlements and services, Aid and attendance, Service connected disabilities and MEANS
testing, Presumptive Diseases, Missing Military Medals and the Connecticut Medal, Military Burial/Military
Honors, other services or issues. The Veteran’s Coffee Hour will be conducted by Wayne Rioux, a Veteran’s Liaison for Hartford HealthCare at Home. He has a passion for supporting and recognizing those who served in the
military, as well as their spouses and families. He is also a VETERAN and served in the Army during the Vietnam
era. Please call 860-747-5728, so we can plan refreshments. FOR ALL VETERANS OVER 60 AND THEIR
SPOUSES *Coffee Hour will be held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Mark these dates on your
calendar: September 6, October 4, November 1 and December 6. More Veteran’s info on page 11.
Musical Concert
August 19, 2016 11:00 a.m.
Join Lily Guberman and her friends for a short concert featuring a selection of Broadway and Classical music
including songs from Hamilton, Beauty and the Beast, Seussical and Shrek the Musical. Call the Senior
Center beginning August 3rd to sign up.
We will be celebrating the completion of our New Parking Lot this fall!
Please check the September Newsletter for details!
Closed for Cleaning
Monday, August 15: Open 9:00—1:00; Closed 1:00—6:00
 Fitness Center remains open all day. Tag Sale items will be accepted all day.
 Nurses appointments will be held
Tuesday, August 16: Open 9:00—1:00; Closed 1:00—5:00
 Fitness Center remains open all day. Tag Sale items will be accepted all day.
 Nurses appointments will be held
Wednesday, August 17: Closed all day for cleaning
 Fitness Center closed all day. Tag Sale items will be accepted all day.
 No Lunch
Special Events
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AARP Smart Driver Course
Tuesday, September 13, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Plainville Senior Center
This course covers the effects of aging and medications on driving, local hazards, accident prevention measures
and more. No written or on-the-road test required. Upon completion of the course, your insurance company
must give you a discount of at least 5% on your auto insurance. The cost to take the class is $15.00 for AARP
members providing a membership number and $20.00 for all other attendees. Please bring a bag lunch if you
wish. Sign-up for members begins August 4th. Non-members can register beginning August 11th.
Dental Clinic at the Senior Center
August 25, 2016 by appointment
A registered dental hygienist from Community Health Center, Inc. will provide a dental hygiene exam; dental
cleaning, and sealants and x-rays when appropriate. The cost is $30.00 for individuals without insurance. Help in
paying for the dental clinic (scholarships) may be available for Plainville individuals over age 60, with a monthly
income below $1,429 (single) or $1,928 (married). For scholarship information contact Stephanie or Ronda at
the Senior Center. For appointments and information please call Melissa at Community Health Center, 860983-2990. *Funding for scholarships is made possible in part by a grant through the Older Americans Act through
the North Central Area Agency. on Aging.
New! Free! Live Well Program Provides Keys to Chronic Disease Self-Management
Informational Session: Tuesday, August 16, 10:00 a.m.
Six-Week Class Series: Tuesdays, September 20—October 25, 1:00—2:00 p.m.
Life can be a challenge for those who live with chronic diseases and conditions. The program will be held at the
Senior Center. Call the Senior Center to register. The program is built upon three underlying assumptions:
1.Regardless of the chronic condition, people have similar problems and concerns and face similar challenges.
2. People can learn the skills needed to better manage their disease and the day-to-day issues they face.
3. People who understand and take control of their condition will be healthier and happier.
Those individuals living with diabetes, depression, heart disease, arthritis, pain and anxiety or caring for someone
with an ongoing health problem are among those who may benefit from the Live Well program. Workshops topics
include healthy eating, exercise, effective communication, problem solving and setting goals. The Live Well
program can help people get back to being in charge of their own lives, rather than being captive to their ongoing
health conditions. The program is presented by the CT Center for Healthy Aging.
New! Free! UpRight & Ba
ance Class
Tuesdays, September 13— October 25, 2:00 p.m. This class is ideal for individuals who want to improve strength,
balance, coordination and agility! If you’ve had a joint replacement, have arthritis, fear of falling, dizziness, or are
unsteady, then this class is perfect for you! Each class participant will receive a pre and post balance screening to
determine your level of balance. Limited to 12 students. Sign-up begins August 3rd. Instructor: Ann Fargo.
BILLIARDS
June 9: 1ST: Stan Funk & Tony Lusitani
2ND: Joe St. Pierre & John Clancy
June 16: 1ST: Mike Hermanowski & Don Carlson
2ND: Joe Beaudin & Joe Babin
June 23: 1ST: Jim Loghry & Tony Lusitani
2ND: Don Carlson & Rick Nordgren
June 30: 1ST: Jim Loghry & Vinny Mazzarella
2ND: Mitch Ziolkowski & Joe Babin
SETBACK
June 20: 1ST: Joan Noyes & Adele Mancini
2ND: Bob Albrecht & Ron Roper
3RD(Tie): Madeline Drake & Judy Wallace
Shirley Platt & Agnes Ogonowski
June 27: 1ST: Joan Noyes & Adele Mancini
2ND(Tie): Rachel Beaudin&Ray McCormick
Lee Mills & Sandy Tyminski
July 11: 1ST: Joan Caron & Don Vye
2ND: Roy Kaine & Richard Norgren
3RD: Bernard Grabeck & John Daversa
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WII BOWLING
May 17: 1ST: Georgia Jewell
May 31: 1ST: Georgia Jewell
2ND: Evelyn Case
2ND: Evelyn Case
3RD: Marilyn Paczkowski
3RD: Lynne Krakauske
Classes
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Please Note: You can always register for a class, even if the session has begun. We are able to pro-rate classes.
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Members may sign-up for new classes beginning on Mega Sign-up Day, August 4, between 9:15 a.m. - 4:00
p.m. or between 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on any day following. You may also sign up on Mondays, between 5:00
-5:30 p.m. If there is room in a class, non-members may sign-up for classes that allow non-members one-week
after member sign-up begins.
The Drop-in rate for any of the classes (that allow drop-ins) is $5.00 for Senior Center members and $8.00 for
non-members.
Financial assistance is available to Plainville residents (60+) who have difficulty paying for classes. Please see
Shawn or Ronda for details.
ZUMBA TONE: 9:30 - 10:30 Current Session ends August 1st. The Zumba Toning Program offers the best of both
worlds; the exhilarating experience of Zumba with the benefits of safe and effective strength training. Through
dynamic lightweight resistance training and exciting international rhythms, Zumba Toning classes help
participants build muscle strength, increase bone density, improve mobility, posture and coordination.
Instructor: Amy Gray. New Session 8 Weeks, August 8 - October 3 (no class 9/5) $24.00 members, $48.00 nonmembers. Sign-up has begun.
NEW CLASS!! ALL AROUND FITNESS: 1:00 - 2:00 Current class ends August 1. Great ALL AROUND workout
targeting the cardiovascular and muscular system. The low impact aerobics segment will be 25 minutes in a
circuit fashion (led by the instructor), followed by a 15 minutes muscular conditioning segment which will work
all the major muscle groups with light weights and or Dyna bands and end up with 10 minutes of abdominal and
back exercises in a chair. All levels of fitness are welcomed. Instructor: Eileen Cyr. New session 8 weeks
September 12—November 7. No class October 10. $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members. Sign up has
begun.
BRING IT BACK: 10:00 - 11:00 Does your back hurt when you stand in line at a retail or grocery store? Do you know
your posture could be better but you don’t know what to do to improve it? Then this class is for you. Learn specific
back stretches and unique complementary strengthening exercises developed by a well-known Physical Therapist
that will put a little bit more “space” in your spine and strength in your Core (no it is not just your abdomen). Learn
strategies for protecting your back during Activities of Daily Living. This class is taught by Janice Freeman, an
experienced and Certified Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer, who holds an Advanced Certificate in Back
Health. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness, but you must be able to get onto a mat without
assistance. The class is limited to 10 participants and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. 8 Weeks, July 12 –
August 30, $24.00 members only. Sign-up has begun.
QUILTING: 9:30 – 11:30 Beginners are always welcome to the class. Beginners will learn proper rotary cutting and
sewing techniques. Class participants also work on the annual Senior Center quilt that is raffled during the Holiday
Fair, if they wish, or they may work on their own projects. Classes are on-going, $2.00 per class when attendees are
not working on the quilt. Instructor: Karen Kebinger. Call the Senior Center if you would like to join the class.
ZUMBA GOLD: 10:30 - 11:30 Current session ends September 21. This is a series of fitness programs specifically
designed to take the exciting Latin and International dance rhythms created in the original ZUMBA and adjust it to
accommodate participants of all ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Amy Gray. New Session: 8 Weeks, September
28– November 16. Members $24.00, Non –Members $48.00. Sign-up has begun.
POWER BURST: 3:00 - 3:45 (Current session ends August 3) This circuit training exercise program, made up of 6-10
“stations”, is a great way to improve mobility, strength and stamina. At each station a special exercise is done for 12 minutes, followed by 2 minutes of walking or marching in place. Instructor: Ann Fargo. New session 8 weeks,
September 14—November 2, $16.00 members only. Sign-up has begun.
Classes, Computer Classes
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CERAMICS: 9:30 - 11:30 Current session ends August 25. Learn how to choose a piece of greenware, clean it, paint
it and glaze it. Beginners welcome! Students are responsible for their own greenware, brushes and specialty
supplies. Class fee includes instruction, glazes and firing. Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia. New session 8 Weeks,
September 1 - October 20, $32.00 Members only. Sign-up has begun.
BEGINNER’S YOGA FOR EVERY BODY: This class is held at the Plainville Public Library at 9:00 a.m. and is designed
for individuals who are new to yoga. Current session ends August 25th. Through yoga, we will improve the health
of our bodies and also cultivate an inner peace. Tim Molnar, our certified yoga instructor, has practiced yoga since
2003 and has shared his passion for yoga since 2011. New session 8 -Weeks, September 1—October 20. $24.00
members only. Sign-up begins August 4.
BEGINNERS FARGO’S FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: 10:30 – 11:30. Current session ends August 4. Instructor Ann Fargo
teaches this popular exercise class designed to build fitness for everyday life. Gentle exercises in these classes are
designed to improve muscle strength, muscle endurance, body balance, flexibility, agility and vitality. New session:
7 Weeks, September 15—October 27, $14.00 members only. Sign-up begins August 4.
INTERMEDIATE FARGO’S FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: 1:00 – 2:00 Current session ends August 4. Instructor Ann Fargo
teaches this popular exercise class designed to build fitness for everyday life. Gentle exercises in these classes are
designed to improve muscle strength, muscle endurance, body balance, flexibility, agility and vitality. New session:
7-Weeks, September 15—October 27. $14.00 members only. Sign-up begins August 4.
KNITTING & CROCHET: 1:00 – 3:00 Current session ends September 8. Instructor Evelyn Morin. Finish an old
project that’s been hanging around in your closet or start something new! New session 7-Weeks, September 15—
October 27. $14.00 members, $28.00 non-members. Sign-up begins August 4.
INTERMEDIATE YOGA FOR EVERY BODY: This class is held at the Plainville Public Library at 8:45 a.m. and is
designed for individuals who have been practicing yoga for one year or more. Current session ends September 16.
Through yoga, we will improve the health of our bodies and also cultivate an inner peace. Tim Molnar, our certified
yoga instructor, has practiced yoga since 2003 and has shared his passion for yoga since 2011. New session 8Weeks, September 23—November 18 (no class 11/11), $24.00 members only. Sign-up begins August 4.
CARDIO STEP & ABS: 10:30 - 11:30 Current session ends August 5. No classes in August. Instructor: Eileen Cyr. Step
up your work-out with a 45-minute step/low impact aerobic interval workout to the oldies. Intervals of 3 minutes of
low impact aerobics and 2 minutes of step (total of 5 intervals). You can do the step portion without a step if you
prefer. Includes 15 minutes of abdominal exercise at the end of each class (standing, sitting or on a mat). New
session 8-Weeks, September 9—October 28, $24.00 members, $48.00 non-members. Sign-up has begun.
Making the Most of Your Doctor Appointment
Thursday, September 22, 10:00 a.m.
Join Heather Hitchcock Hartford Health Care Senior Services, for a presentation that will cover important topics
such as: How to be a partner with your doctor; how to get ready for an appointment; important things to bring
to your doctor appointment, and many others! Call the Senior Center beginning August 3 to register.
iPad Basics
Wednesdays, September 7—October 5
1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
Instructor: Evelyn Morin. Learn all the basics of your
new IPad in this fun and informative class. Learn its
main components including the keyboard, internet,
camera and basic apps and its intermediate functions
such as sending e-mails, music and using social media
sites like Facebook. Limited to 8 participants. You
must own or borrow an IPad and bring it to class with
you. Cost is $25.00 for members and non-members,
plus the cost of a textbook which is $25.00. Sign-up
begins August 4.
Canasta Players:
Join us on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. You don’t need a
partner for this game. We’d love to “deal” with you!
Free Yoga in the Park
Tuesday, August 30th, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Norton Park (near sand volleyball court)
Bring A Yoga Mat
Instructor Kelly Peterson
All Welcome!
Outdoor Adventure, AARP Trips
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Please Note: All participants of any Outdoor Adventure activity must register in advance (by calling or stopping
by the Center) even if payment is not due until the day of the event. Programs may get cancelled if we do not
have enough participants registered in advance. We also need to give an accurate roster to the group leader.
KAYAK WITH CANTON: New friends, New Adventures
Wednesday, August 3rd– Leaves OLM at 10:30 a.m. Returns approx. 2:30.
Instructors: Ann Fargo & Eileen Cyr. We are invited to kayak with the Canton
Senior Center Members (includes Burlington, New Hartford, Avon and other towns)
at Collinsville Kayak Center on the Farmington River. For those who have never kayaked, you will enjoy a lesson
with Collinsville staff. For those who have kayaked, enjoy a one hour guided paddle on the Farmington River.
Following our paddle we will head to the Canton Senior Center for lunch. Cost: $28.00 includes kayak rental, lesson & lunch; $23.00 includes kayak rental & lunch. Transportation is included. Limit 12.
Rain Date: September 14th. Sign-up has begun.
JOIN US ON ANOTHER KAYAK ADVENTURE!
Enjoy “Happy Paddling” at the Happiest Paddler
Lake Pocotopaug, East Hampton , CT
Friday September 16, 2016
Cost: $23.00 includes transportation, leader, one hour kayak, life jacket and equipment. Sign up begins August
4th. We will take the senior center bus to The Happiest Paddler, enjoy an hour paddling on the lake, a picnic
lunch (bring your own) and then head back to Plainville. Bus leaves at 9:30 am and returns at approximately
2pm. Please wear clothing that can get wet. Sunscreen and hat recommended. Bring water bottles for hydration, a lunch and snacks . Home-made treats provided by leader Ann Fargo! YUM!
Join other biking enthusiasts for an informal get together to plan group bicycle outings in the local area. We
will meet to discuss bicycle destinations, trails, routes and dates. Bring your calendars and ideas! First
meeting Tuesday, August 16th 9:30 a.m. Call the Senior Center to register. If you can’t attend the meeting,
but would like to be on our list, please contact Ronda at the Senior Center.
Wednesday Walk in the Woods
September 21—Crescent Lake, Southington, CT. Moderate to difficult walk. We will meet in
the parking lot.
September 28—West Hartford Reservoir, West Hartford. Easy to moderate walk. We will
meet at the main parking lot on Farmington Avenue, West Hartford.
Every walk in the woods is along forest trails that include rocks, roots and some gentle hills.
Good walking shoes, walking sticks and outdoor clothing required. If you do not have walking sticks we do have some at the Senior Center. Each walk is 45 minutes to an hour in duration. Bring water to hydrate with. Homemade snacks will be provided by the leader. Walks
start at 9:00 a.m. The cost is $3.00 paid to the leader. Sign up begins on August 3rd .
Croquet in the Park
Norton Park
Tuesday, September 20, 1:00 p.m.
Join us for fun in the park after lunch. All levels of players are welcome to join in this
non-competitive game. We will play for approximately one hour and enjoy light
refreshments afterwards. Cost: $3.00 paid the day of the event. Sign up begins August 3rd.
Quick Trips & Saturday Shopping Bus
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August 5
ShopRite, Southington
8.45 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
August 19
Price Chopper / Job Lot, Southington
8:45 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
September 2
Walmart, Bristol
8:45 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Sign-up begins on _August 3rd. Call the Senior Center before 11:00 a.m. on the Wednesday before the Shopping
Bus date to add your name to the pick-up list.
In order to ride the Friday Shopping Bus you must be a member of the Plainville Senior Center or a
Plainville resident over 60, or a Plainville resident of any age who is disabled.
These trips are curb-to-curb services. Plainville residents who do not drive can be picked up and dropped off at
home. Those who drive will be picked up at the Senior Center or OLM, depending on the day/time of the trip. We
use our Dial-A-Ride Bus or school buses that are handicapped accessible with wheelchair lifts; but passengers must
be able to get to and from the bus on their own. If a wheelchair lift is needed, let us know at sign-up.
Trip Guidelines
1. After signing up, if you cancel please be aware that we do not offer refunds for trips costing $5.00 or less due to
the high cost of processing checks and accounting. We will process refunds if we cancel the trip.
2. If you are ill and unable to attend, please call the Senior Center (860-747-5728) when it is open or call Ceal
DiFrancesco after hours (860-747-1927).
3. You should be at the departure point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled leaving time. The bus will not
wait for late-comers.
4. We need at least ten participants in order to run a trip. If there are not enough people, we will have to
cancel...so, please encourage your friends to join you. (Non-members may sign up one week after members
sign-up, if space is available.)
Coventry Farmers’ Market at Nathan Hale Home, Sunday, August 21, 2016
A Celebration of the Corn Roast
Join us for a day at Connecticut’s largest farmers’ market celebrating its 13th season with approximately
50 diverse farmer and artisan vendors, food trucks, craftsmen, live entertainment and demonstrations, etc. The
Coventry Farmers’ Market features some of the best Connecticut-grown, Connecticut-made products around at
one of the most unspoiled countryside settings in the state. There is quite a bit of walking on a large dirt/grass
field. Lunch can be purchased from a variety of food trucks. $5.00 for transportation should be given to Jean Kelly
the day of the trip. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 10:00 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those
who do not drive. The bus will leave the Farmers’ Market at 2:00 p.m. Sign-up begins August 4.
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, Saturday, August 27, 2016
This is a great way to start the fall foliage season. Take a ride on the only steam train and riverboat connection in
the U.S. Your 2-1/2 hours’ narrated journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station and concludes on the Becky
Thatcher riverboat. The cost of the train and riverboat is $26.10 payable at the train station. $5.00 for
transportation is due at registration. The cost of lunch is on your own. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at
9:30 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not drive. The group will take the 11:00 a.m. train/
riverboat ride and then enjoy lunch at the Chowder Pot in Hartford. As lunch won’t be until about 2:30 p.m., it is
suggested that you bring a snack. Sign-up begins August 4.
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Kringle Candle Company/
Lunch at Wolfie’s Restaurant, South Deerfield, MA, September 10, 2016
$5.00 payable at registration. Enjoy a day at the 8,000 square foot indoor tropical conservatory which is home to
nearly 4,000 exotic and domestic butterflies. Magic Wings’ Senior admission is ($12.00). Lunch and
gratuity are on your own. Lunch will be at Wolfie’s Restaurant, after which the group will visit the Kringle Candle
Company. Kringle Candle is wholly American-owned and operated creating superior candles with a wide variety of
scents. Bus will pick up first at the Senior Center at 9:00 a.m., followed by home pick-ups for those who do not
drive. Return to Plainville by 4:30 p.m. Sign up begins August 4.
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Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - Friday, August 12, Saratoga & Lake George Getaway.
Tuesday September 13: Mohegan Sun
PLEASE NOTE: AARP Trips are NOT sponsored by the Plainville Senior Center, therefore, you cannot sign-up or
pay for them at the Center. You must call Sally for more information and to sign-up at 860-747-1732.
Current Trips
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Important Trip Information:
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Sign-up: Trip sign-ups take place Monday – Friday, between 9:15 a.m.—12:00 noon and Mondays from 5:005:30 p.m. One day a month we also offer Mega Sign-up Day. This month it is August 4 and we will accept signups all day between 9:15 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Payment is due at the time of sign up. If you wish to line up before
the Senior Center opens, line up at the back door with the ramp. (Not on the Stillwell Drive side.)
Open to the public: Trips are open to the public 7 days after member sign-up unless otherwise stated.
Cancellations: Call the Senior Center immediately so we can try and find a replacement for you from our
waiting list. If you must cancel the night before or the morning of the trip, please call Ceal DiFrancesco at (860)
747-1927 that evening or before 9:00 a.m. the day of the trip. Ceal will have the waiting list and will try to fill
your seat, but she should only be called if the Center is closed. You may also call the Center after 9:00 a.m. and
alert us so we can try to get a refund for you. We must pay for any number that we guarantee to the tour
companies. We will always attempt to get a refund, and whatever we are refunded, it will be passed on to
you. If trip insurance is included in the trip cost, please refer to the specific coverage offered. Most cover all
costs if the cancellation is due to illness, but others may cover a variety of additional reasons. Overnight
parking: Overnight parking is allowed at Our Lady of Mercy Church at your own risk, but is not recommended.
There is no overnight parking at the Senior Center. We suggest that you have someone drop you off and pick
you up or have someone come and get your car after the trip has left and bring it back on the day of return.
Medical ID cards: Medical ID Cards must be shown to the bus captain. If you don’t have a card or you need a
new one, please stop by the Senior Center or get one from the bus captain.
Disclaimer: The Plainville Senior Center is not responsible in whole or in part to the trip participants for any
loss, damage, injury or financial loss whatsoever, to persons or property however caused during or in
connection with any trip. Parking is at your own risk.
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Long Island Sound Lighthouse Cruise, Sunday, August 14, 2016, 10:00 a.m.
Depart the Senior Center at 10:00 a.m. Enjoy a two hour narrated tour aboard a comfortable high-speed Sea Jet
catamaran. You will be able to view 8 lighthouses, 2 forts and more. Feel free to bring lunch or a snack with you, or
you may also purchase from the onboard snack bar. After the cruise, enjoy an early bird dinner at Go Fish. Choose one
of the following entrees: Baked Atlantic Cod, Grilled Fillet of Salmon or Pan Roasted Breast of Chicken. After dinner,
spend some free-time in Mystic Village. Return at approximately 8:30 p.m. Please include your meal selection at
registration. The cost is $97.00 per person. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public, invite your friends.
At the time of printing, two seats were available.
Lake George Luncheon Cruise, Saturday, August 20, Departs Senior Center 7:00 a.m.
Enjoy a 2-hour luncheon cruise aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrement, the largest cruise ship on Lake George. While
cruising we’ll have a lunch buffet in the elegant dining room. On board there is live entertainment. Following the
cruise, spend time in Lake George Village, the heart of this resort area. Return to Plainville approximately 8:00
p.m. The cost is $90.00 per person. At the time of printing there was one seat available. Open to the public.
Montreal and Quebec, Sunday to Wednesday, August 28—31, 2016, 6:30 a.m.
A four-day, three-night journey through the St. Lawrence River Valley and the cities of Montreal & Quebec City, Canada.
Return to Plainville at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Each person going to Canada must have a valid Passport. The trip is full, please sign the waiting list.
Green Mountain Flyer Railroad - Fall Foliage Tour
Thursday, September 29, 9:15 a.m.
Depart OLM at 9:15 a.m. for the Green Mountain Flyer! Return to Plainville approximately 8:00 p.m.
$95.00 per person. The trip is full. Please sign the reserve list if interested.
Strawberry Fields: The Beatles Tribute Show, The Aqua Turf Club
Tuesday, September 13, 2016, 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a Magical Mystery Tour as they play songs off the Beatles first four albums from the 60’s.
Drive on your own. The cost is $42.00 per person. Trip is currently filled. Please sign the reserve list.
Saturday Night Fever the Musical– Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Depart 8:45 a.m. from OLM, returns 5:30 p.m. Westchester is an equity theater, featuring fine
dining and full scale musical productions. Once seated at your reserved table, each person selects from an
excellent menu and enjoys a pre-show lunch. Saturday Night Fever is a mega-musical based on the film that
became a cultural phenomenon and crowned BEE GEES as disco era icons with their electrifying score, dazzling
choreography and chart-stopping songs will leave you with Night Fever. Cost $100.00 Sign-up has begun and is
open to the public. Invite your friends!
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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Complex– Saturday, November 12, 2016
Depart from: Plainville Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. The USS Intrepid is an important
part of America’s history at sea, in the air and in space and spans two major wars, World War II and the Vietnam
War. Explore the 900- foot USS Intrepid. See where the sailors ate and slept. Learn about the various aircraft
that flew from her deck and the technologies that supported over 3,000 sailors. Walk on the flight deck and see
how the airplanes’ wings fold and where they take off and land. The Intrepid museum just underwent a 120
million dollar renovation. See the Space Shuttle Enterprise. Dynamic exhibits, audio and films will immerse you
in the history of this vessel. Climb aboard the Submarine Growler, the only American guided-missile submarine
open to the public. Enjoy a bite to eat at the Mess Deck Café (on your own). This trip has a considerable
amount of walking. $70.00 pp. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public. Invite your friends!
Long Island & The Hamptons - Thursday and Friday, September 15 - 16, 2016
Depart from OLM at 7:15 a.m. for a beautiful 2-day, 1-night motor-coach trip to ‘The Hamptons’! Tour Old
Westbury Gardens to visit the former home of John S. Phipps and his family. Enjoy some free time in Greenport,
followed by dinner over-looking Long Island Sound. Following breakfast the next morning, meet the local
historian and hear history, stories, sights and gossip of ‘The Hamptons’. The trip wouldn’t be complete without a
visit to the eastern end of Long Island, Montauk Point. Return at approximately 8:30 p.m. $349.00 double,
$469.00 single, and $315.00 triple. A $50.00 deposit is due at registration. At the time of printing there were
three seats available. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public. Invite your friends!
Myrtle Beach and Charleston, South Carolina - Sunday to Saturday, October 16 - 22, 2016
Depart Senior Center at 7:00 a.m. for the Holiday Inn of Fredericksburg, Virginia; then on to Myrtle Beach the
next day. Relax during a four-night stay at The Sea Watch Resort. Enjoy 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners and 2 shows!
Take a history tour, a walking tour, a Creek Cruise on a Pontoon Boat, play golf. Tour The Battery, Marion
Square, Brookfield Sculpture Garden, the College of the Citadel and many Ante Bellum homes. On the last day
enjoy lunch (on your own) at popular Mastoris Restaurant in New Jersey. You will return home at approximately
7:00 p.m. $1,115.00 double, $1,415.00 single, and $1,045.00 triple. Insurance is available. A $100.00 deposit
is due at registration. Sign-up has begun and is open to the public. Invite your friends!
Hudson Valley Foliage Cruise & Garlic Festival, Saugerties, NY, Saturday, October 1, 2016
Celebrate garlic! Located between the picturesque Catskill Mountains and the mighty Hudson River this is the
festival to enjoy everything garlic. Visit the garlic marketplace, try garlic-enhanced foods such as sausage,
pulled pork, garlic soup, garlic green beans and even garlic ice cream. Enjoy entertainment (Bluegrass, Cajun,
Ragtime, Irish and German music), cooking demonstrations, instructive garlic growing and braiding talks and
arts & craft vendors. In the afternoon, we will board the 300 passenger Rip Van Winkle for a 2 hour narrated
cruise on the Hudson River. See the beautiful mansions & lighthouse on this stretch of the river.
COST: $84.00 per person. Departs the Senior Center at 8:30a.m. Returns at approximately 6:30 p.m. Sign up
on Mega Sign Up day, Thursday, August 4.
Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze Tarrytown, NY, Saturday, October 29, 2016
This spooky and magical event takes place at Van Cortlandt Manor deep in Sleepy Hollow country. See more
than 4,000 individually hand carved, illuminated jack o’ lanterns in this elaborate walk through experience.
Meander through a historic, 18th century riverside landscape and discover a breathtaking display. Stroll
through the Tunnel O’ Pumpkin Love and emerge to the incredible sight of a Jack in the Box springing up &
bouncing around. Flying pumpkin ghosts will soar above the lantern filled path. Prior to our early evening visit
to the Blaze we will have time in the delightful village of Tarrytown to enjoy the shops and have a bite to eat at
one of the many restaurants. (At your own cost). Note: There is considerable walking down a cobblestone
path at the Blaze. COST: $75.00 per person. Departs the Senior Center at 2:30 p.m. Returns approximately
10:00 p.m. Sign up on Mega Sign Up day, Thursday, August 4.
On Mega Sign-up Day, Thursday, August 4th. Sign up for paid trips, classes and activities from 9:15 a.m.- 4:00
p.m. On all other days, paid sign-ups take place from 9:15 a.m.-12:00 noon and Monday evenings, 5:00-5:30
p.m. Please make arrangements to be here during the hours that we offer sign-ups. We will not take money
any other time. If you cannot be here yourself, you may send money in with someone else. If you have any
questions about our policy, please feel free to ask.
2017 “Big Trips” continued
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2017 “Big Trips”: Complete itineraries available on the “rack” for trip details. Big trips are open to the
public so invite your friends. All three trips are fully escorted from Plainville back to Plainville. Check the
early bird discounts which range from $100-$200 per person.
Cuba Cruise Experience, March 17-24, 2017, $100.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign by August 15
Visit Santiago de Cuba– Cuba's center for culture, San Juan Hill where Teddy Roosevelt and his rough riders
defeated the Spanish, have time on your own at the Central Square of Santiago, Old Havana and its fortification (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Walking and bus tours of Havana including all the sites. Ride in the
50’s cars to Hemingway’s House for a tour including his famous Key West Boat, and lastly tour Maria la
Gorda and
Cienfuegos. Fly to Jamaica to board the cruise ship. This is a walking intensive tour. Full
itinerary and details available at the Senior Center.
Wonders of Italy, April 25—May 5, 2017, $100.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign by August 15
Visit Rome, Vatican City, Pantheon, Roman Colosseum and more. Travel to Capri, Sorrento, the picturesque
coastal village of Positano, Amalfie Coast, Tuscany and Florence. In Florence, see Statue of David, Gates of
Paradise, Duomo and more. Continue to Chianti, Pisa , San Gimignano, enjoy authentic Tuscan fare at an Italian farm and more and more. Full itinerary and details available at the Senior Center.
Canadian Rockies and Vancouver, British Columbia by Train, Bus & Plane September 2-8, 2017
$200.00 Early Bird Discount if you sign up by September 3
Highlights include: Vancouver City Tour (Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown, & Olympic Village), daylong train
trip through the most beautiful mountains ever seen, sights you can only see by train (glacial lakes, rushing
rivers and Canadian wilderness, mild rafting tour, cruise on Maligne Lake, Wildlife Safari, Columbia Ice Fields
Highway, Athabasca Falls, snow coach ride on a glacier, Petyo Lake, Banff, Yaho National Park, Moraine and
Emerald Lakes, Lake Louise and more. This is a walking intensive tour. Full itinerary and details available at
the Senior Center.
FYI: Reserve Lists for all trips including Quick Trips.
When you sign a Reserve List for a trip that is filled, we will ask whether or not you are a member. If there is a
cancellation, we will always sign-up members from the reserve list first! Members who sign the reserve list and
want to bring a non-member friend should be aware that since we will always sign-up members first, we will
skip over the non-members until all members have been contacted.
THE SUGGESTION BOX
Drop your suggestions in our box either signed or unsigned. If you need an answer to a question, please leave a
name or number. The box is located at the giveaway area, near the public computers.
The Senior Center Needs Sympathy, Get Well and
Thinking of You Cards
We send cheer, get well and sympathy cards to our members
who could use a lift of their spirits. If you are interested in
donating these cards, please bring them to the Senior Center’s
front desk. We would really appreciate it. At this time, we
cannot use blank cards, holiday cards, etc. A special thank you
to Carol Perry who is in charge of this program. If you know
someone who needs a card, please let us know! Thank you for
helping to bring sunshine to someone in need!
SENIOR CENTER DISPLAY CASE
Check out the beautiful displays this
month! Charles Kaminski is displaying his
collection of kerosene lamps and fixtures.
The Acrylic Painting Class will showcase
some of their art work.
Do you have a collection, hobby or
artwork you would like to put on display
such as teapots, figurines, etc? If so, stop
by the front desk to make a reservation
for our display case.
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Fridays: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Enjoy a great work out in our state-of-the art fitness center that is comparable to a commercial gym!
Cardiovascular equipment includes: Nusteps, treadmills, recumbent bicycles and elliptical cross trainers
Weight Training includes: Seven pieces of upper and lower body strength training equipment
* Chest Press * Leg Press * Tricep Press * Row * Seated Leg Curl * Leg Extension * Abdominal
Stop by the front desk for a membership packet that includes a medical approval form
 Membership rates: $9.00 for 1 month, $40.00 for 6 months and $60.00 for one year. A one-time registration fee of $25.00 (cardio & weights), or $8.00 (cardio only), $17.00 (weights only), is charged at the time
of your initial training.
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Donations /New Members
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When you bring donations into the Senior Center, our volunteer receptionist needs to know your name and what
you are donating so that we may list your name in the Newsletter. (If you wish to have your donation remain
anonymous, please tell that to the receptionist). We do our best not to leave any donor’s name off the list, but if
we do, please let us know so we can include it in the next Newsletter.
GENERAL DONATIONS: June 17— July 13
Joan Gridley, Judie Duperry, Sylvie Tardif, Beverly Toews, Jane Mack, Circle Group, Anonymous((5), Louise
Gendreau, Linda Dominque, Vella Panella, Jeannine Ball, Michelle Cormier, Lisa Skonieczny, Jan Lonski, Leatha
Toner, Circle Group(2), Barbara LaRosa, Angela Mascia, Janice O’Hara, Blanche Jalbert, Beverly LeBeau, Rosaleen
Peters, Lynne Fox, Lorraine Chamberland,
MEMORIAL DONATIONS
The Senior Center has a Memorial Fund for people wishing to make a donation in memory of a friend or relative.
Checks may be made out to the Plainville Senior Center. The deceased person’s name will be listed in the
Memorial Book displayed in our lounge, along with the donor’s name. Memorial donations are used to enhance
the operation of the Senior Center.
Dial-A-Ride: Shirley Bryant, Marjorie Rio, Rosalie Sastre, Rosaleen Peters
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO COULD USE SOME CHEER?
Please let us know if someone is hospitalized, sick, convalescing or has lost a loved one. We have no other way of
knowing. The cheer cards mean SO much to our members and it also helps us to keep our files updated. Contact
the Senior Center at 860-747-5728. When you give a name, please let us know if the person should receive a cheer
card or a sympathy card. A special thank you to Carol Perry for handling our cheer report.
CHEER REPORT: June 10—July 1
CHEER CARDS: Georgia Jewel, Jeannette Schmidt, Josephine Galati, Bev Heslin, Donna McCluster, Helen
Bergenty,Helen Guenther, Doris Savino, Alyce Lembo, Normand Ortner, Roland Dumont, Judy Duperry, Doris
Savino, Abbe Wade, Don Strickland, Barbara Cichon, Pat Cancelli, Sharon Simpson, Robert DiBenedetto, Alan
Murphy
SYMPATHY CARDS: Anneliese Ziegenhagen, Family of John Puzzo, Barbara LaRosa, Mr. & Mrs. Laurent Jalbert,
Callie Michaud, Family of Mary Tagariello, Ceal DiFrancesco, Family of Albert Murr, Ferial Thibodeau, Family of
Sylvia Freeman, Family of Anita Emmons, Family of Howard Rogers, Family of Michael Daly
NEW MEMBERS: June 1– June 30
Walter Kolakowski, Hanna Kolakowski, Margaret Hitchcock, Sandra Stewart, Anna Gagnon, Charles Hollow,
Rachel Beaudin, Joseph Sherwin, Elaine Sherwin, Samuel Biringer, Sharyn Biringer, Daniel Burgess, Henry
Levandowski, Angelina Levandowski, Manli Luo, Marcia Prokop, William LaRosa
HELP WANTED
A Marine Veteran needs an experienced computer person to help with The Homeless Vet Project.
If you can help, please call/leave a message at 203-910-0856
Support Groups
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FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS
No Meeting in August
QUESTIONS FOR THE SOCIAL
WORKER
Mondays, August 22nd, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Do you have questions about Medicare, Medicaid,
Medicare Part D, Medicare Savings Program or
Housing Options? Maybe you have questions about
where to find Alzheimer’s help in the community,
Caregiving, Homecare, etc. Just stop by Stephanie’s
office to have an individual chat with her. Please note:
this program is for Plainville residents only. No
pre-registration necessary. No question is too small!
Computer & Technology Help
At the Plainville Library
Do you need help downloading a book to your
kindle or other device? Do you need an email
address? Are you having trouble navigating
the internet? Is Microsoft Word giving you a
headache or maybe you just don’t know
where to start… Sign-up for a free one-on-one
1/2 hour session with either Tim or Kari at the
Plainville Library Reference Desk today!
Alzheimer’s Support Group at Mulberry
Gardens of Southington
Every Second Tuesday, 10:30a.m.—11:30 a.m.
Living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related
memory disorder is challenging. Mulberry
Gardens proudly offers a support group for
families and caregivers. Topics include Communication Techniques, Caregiver Support,
Wandering and much more!
CAREGIVING CONNECTIONS
None in August
BRIGHTER FOCUS
None in August
Veteran’s Corner
Plainville Veteran’s Memorial Wall –A moveable memorial wall has been created in the Plainville Municipal Center to provide a place to honor the military service of deceased veteran’s by their friends and family members. Brass plates (1” x 3”) engraved with the veteran’s rank, name, and branch of service can be
purchased for $8.00. The fee for the plate is just to cover the cost of the engraved plate, no extra funds
are being charged. The Veteran’s Council oversees this program. Order forms are available at the Plainville Senior Center and the Plainville Municipal Center.
Military Appreciation at the Travelers Championship. Complimentary admission for Veteran’s and their
dependents. Pre-Register for free admission at TravelersChampionship.com.
The Veteran’s Strong Community Center is a program of the Bristol Veterans Council, Inc. A 501©(3) non
-profit organization. The VSCC is committed to providing information and resources to all Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families. It is located in Bristol City Hall and provides services primarily to
Bristol and the surrounding communities. Like “Veterans Strong Community Center: on Facebook for
more information, updates on specific programs and services, upcoming events, and hours of operation.
You may also contact Donna Dognin, the Veterans Assistance Specialist, at the VSCC by email:
[email protected] or by phone at 860-584-6258. The VSCC is located in Bristol City Hall, 111
North Main Street, Bristol, CT. Sign up to receive a newsletter or read the newsletter at the Plainville
Senior Center.
The Plainville Veterans’ Commission invites all veterans to visit its facilities at the Plainville Town Hall, to
determine eligibility for assistance. The Commission meets every Monday evening in the employees’
lounge, third floor of the Municipal Center for one hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please bring your discharge (DD 214) or active duty documents, that will enable the commission to determine eligibility.
All information is maintained in strict confidentiality. For additional information or questions, please call
David Dudek, 860-747-8947.
Community Events, What Don’t You Hear
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LGBT EVENT at the Bloomfield Senior Center:
Paint Party! August 15, 2016-We will provide snacks and supplies. Our instructor will explain what to do and
you will go home with your own personal work of art! Or just relax and socialize, play billiards or cards, or try
your hand at coloring.
August 31, 2016-Day Trip to West Point and lunch at The Culinary Institute of America-check the
LGBT MSC Meetup and Facebook pages for flyer. $99.00 per person. Promoted event with the CT
Prime Timers.
Lions Club Homeless Project Collection
The Senior Center will be collecting items for the Lions Club Homeless Project. A box will be located at the
Senior Center for items such as: socks, gloves, scarves, hats, small blankets, backpacks/duffel bags, sweatshirts, sweatpants, personal care items (wet wipes, deodorant, hand sanitizer, toothpaste/brushes, and feminine care items), hand/foot warmers , chap-stick, tuna in a pouch, granola bars, juice boxes, Spam, jerky. In
addition, they will also accept coats and cold weather clothing that is in clean, good condition.
Renters Rebate Program
The Town of Plainville Assessor’s Office has announced that it has begun to take applications for the Renters
Rebate Program for elderly and disabled renters. Income requirements for the renters rebate are: single people
$35,200 and married couples $42,900. One qualification for the above renter’s benefits is: applicants must
have been 65 prior to December 31, 2015, or have a 100 percent disability rating from the Social Security Administration, and must have been a resident of Connecticut for any one year. A complete list of requirements
and list of items needed for an appointment are available at the Senior Center front desk. You must call the Assessor’s Office for an appointment at 860-793-0221, ext 244
Free Cosmetology Services for Cancer Survivors, Monday, August 15, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 4th floor Look Good...Feel Better is a free program to help improve the
self-image and self-esteem of women experiencing appearance-related side effects from cancer treatment.
During this hands-on workshop, a trained volunteer certified cosmetologist will offer self-help instruction and
education on hairstyling, coping with hair loss, skin care, makeup and nail care. Wigs, turbans and scarves will
also be discussed. Classes are offered every other month (http://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/program-finderresults?zip=06030#MoreInformation) and are not limited to UConn Health patients. Registration is required.
Call 800-227-2345 with your name, program date, phone number, and skin color. Makeup kits are available in
Light, Medium, Dark and Extra Dark.
IT MAY BE HOT OUTSIDE, BUT IT’S COOL IN HERE!
Is it one of those hot days and you just cannot get comfortable? Well, come to the Senior Center and enjoy the
air conditioning. Join in on one of our planned activities, catch up with some friends, read a book, do a puzzle
or just relax and enjoy a little cool air. Come in and find out why the Plainville Senior Center is the “coolest”
Center around.
Free summer Meals for the Kids! Are you taking care
of your grandchildren this summer? Did you know the
CT meals is offering free summer meals for kids and
teens 18 and under in Plainville all summer long? These
healthy balanced meals include sandwiches, salads,
fruits and milk products. No registration is
required.
Rain or shine. There are 5 different locations to choose
from.
For additional sites and confirmations call 211 or go to
www.ctsummermeals.org
Open June 20th—August 12th
Norton Park– 100 Norton Park Road Monday-Friday
Breakfast 9:00 a.m.—9:45 a.m. Lunch 11:45 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Open June 20th—August 19th
PARC, Inc 28 East Maple Street Mon-Tues-Wed-Thurs
Breakfast 9:15 a.m.—10:15 a.m. Lunch 12:15p.m.—1:15 p.m.
Plainville Library– 56 East Main St Monday-Friday
Lunch 11:45 a.m.—12:45 p.m.
Open July 5th—August 15th
Louis Toffolon School—145 Northwest Drive Mon—Thurs
Breakfast 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Lunch 11:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m.
Transportation Info
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Center Café will be closed for the month of August to give our volunteers a well deserved
vacation. See you in September!!
DIAL-A-RIDE, (860) 589-6968
Monday
9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Dial-a-Ride can provide transportation to medical and social service appointments, and to visit loved ones in
nursing homes in Plainville, Bristol, New Britain, Southington, Farmington and the Newington VA Hospital. It will
also take you to any destination in Plainville.
The Dial-a-Ride drivers cannot assist passengers in or out of their homes or into the building at their destination.
In addition, the drivers cannot help with groceries or packages or help you walk. However, the bus is wheelchair
equipped.
Reservations should be made one week ahead for medical or social service appointments and two days in advance
for all other errands. A donation of $1.00 for each way is suggested, but not required.
Need a Ride? Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Paratransit Service Adds More Hours and Service on Sunday!
The ADA Paratransit ride service travels anywhere for any reason to Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol,
Cromwell, East Hartford, Ellington, Farmington, Glastonbury, Hartford, Manchester, Meriden, Middletown, New
Britain, Newington, Plainville, Rocky Hill, South Windsor, Tolland, Vernon/Rockville, West Hartford, Wethersfield,
Windsor and Windsor Locks.
Plainville hours, except for major holidays, Monday-Friday, 5:45 a.m.-midnight, Saturdays, 6:15 a.m.midnight and Sundays, 7:40 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Some of these hours may change, dependent on ridership usage of
the CT Transit buses. ADA can transport you to many more towns and many more hours than our Dial-A-Ride
service. Each ride is just $3 and discount ticket books can be purchased at Stop and Shop. A driver can assist you
door-to-door. There is a wheelchair lift, if needed. Reservations may be made a week before and up until a day
ahead of time. A personal care assistant can accompany you for free if approved. There is a phone reminder
service and a Smartphone mobile app if you would like to use this.
How to Apply:
The application process is now part of the Greater Hartford Transit District. You can also call the Senior
Center (860-747-5728) for an appointment with one of our social workers who can assist with the online
application process. We also have copies of the application here at the Center. An application can be sent to you
by calling 860-247-5329 x3086 or x3100. The same number can be called to get an updated ID number if you are
already an ADA Paratransit rider.
After the online or paper application is submitted, the next step is to call 860-247-5329 ext. 3086 or ext.
3100 for a face-to-face interview. A medical form will be sent to your doctor if needed. The entire process
generally takes 4 weeks. Even if you don’t see a need now, it is good to get an application approved for the future.
For any complaints or issues, please call Customer Service at 860-724-5340 ext. 9.
Rides are reserved by calling 860-724-5340 x1, 7 days a week, 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Still have Questions about our transportation services? Call Bette or Stephanie at 860-747-5728.
S.E.N.I.O.R.
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INDEX
AARP Drivers Course
2
AARP Trips
6
ADA Transportation
13
At-Risk List
*BC
Billiards Winners/Tournaments 2
Bi-Lingual Volunteers
14
Blood Pressure Clinics
*BC
Brighter Focus
11
Café
13
Caregiving Connections
11
Charter Oak Pass
14
Cheer Report
10
Cholesterol
*BC
Choral Group
14
Closed for Cleaning Day
1
Computer Classes
4
Computer Technical Help
11
Congregate Meal Program
14
Cooling Center
12
Craft Classes
3, 4
Dial-A-Ride
13
Dental Clinic
2
Display Case
9
Donations
10
Ear Wax Removal
*BC
Fitness Classes
3, 4
Foot Care
*BC
Free Cosmetology for Cancer 12
Free Sign Up Day
1
Free Summer Meals for Kids 12
Friday Shopping Bus
6
Friends Helping Friends
11
General Volunteer Meeting
14
Greeting Cards Needed
9
Help Wanted
10
LGBT Event
12
Lions Club Homeless Project 12
Live Well Program
2
Making Most of MD Appt.
4
Mega Sign-Up Day
1,8
Musical Concert
1
New Members
10
New Parking Lot
1
Nurse Information
*BC
Outdoor Adventure
5
PEAK Fitness Center
9
Plainville Library News
14
Plainville Veterans’ Comm.
11
Questions for the Social Worker 11
Quick Trips
6
Recycle Cell Phones
*BC
Renters Rebate Program
12
Reserve Lists
8
Saturday Shopping Bus
6
Setback Winners
2
Suggestion Box
9
Tag Sale
1
Yoga in the Park
4
Transportation
13
Trips
7, 8,9
Veterans Coffee Hour & Info 1, 11
Volunteer Meeting
14
Wii Bowling
2
*BC = Back of Calendar.
Choral Group
Please note the Choral Group will not be rehearsing in August
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Volunteers Needed!! Contact Toni, Volunteer Coordinator, if interested.
Café: Looking for someone to run the dishwasher for the Center Café or
to be a café volunteer floater.
Foreign Language Instructor and/or Interpreter: Are you fluent in French,
Polish or Spanish etc?? If so, please let us know if you could help teach a
class or with interpreting.
General Volunteer Meeting
Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 11:30
Plainville Public Library Events
Here is a snapshot of some of the Library’s Events:
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Friends Movie Matinee, Thursday, August 4 at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday,
August 11 at 1:00 p.m. Sunset Boulevard.
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Mindfulness for the Stressed and Depressed, Tuesday, August 9 6:30 p.m.
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Plainville Writer’s Group, Thursday, August 11 & 25 at 6:00 p.m.
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Fundraiser: Run One Mile for the Library, Plainville High School Track,
Sunday August 14.
Please contact the Plainville Library for details on all of these great events!
Charter Oak Pass (Life Use)
The Charter Oak Pass provides access to the State Parks and Forests and is
available free to Connecticut residents, 65 years of age or older. The pass
is accepted at all day use areas where a parking fee applies. Presenting it
allows free access for the entering vehicle and passengers. The pass holder
does not have to be the vehicle driver. Free admittance is also provided for
the Charter Oak pass holder when visiting Gillette Castle,
Dinosaur or Fort Trumbull State Parks. All other visitors, however, will be
required to pay the appropriate fee. Please note that each pass is issued to
a specific person and can only be used when presented by that individual.
The passes are non-transferable. They are ot valid for camping or special
events having separate admission charges and may not be used for
commercial purposes. (Proof of age and residence is required).
A Charter Oak Pass may be obtained in person at the following locations:
DEEP State Parks Division, 79 Elm Street, Hartford; Dinosaur State Park,
Rocky Hill; Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison and at other locations in CT-List available on line or at the Senior Center. You may also
apply by mail.
Senior Center Staff Addition
Jan Bevan has joined our Plainville Senior Center team as an Office Assistant. Among many other duties, Jan will be responsible for our Monthly
Newsletter. Jan retired from AT&T in 2013 after 41 years of service. While
at AT&T, she was in Customer Service, Labor Relations, Staffing and Human
Resources roles. Jan is from Southington where she has lived for the past
38 years. She is originally from Hartford. She has been married to her husband Merrill for the past 38 years and has a son, Justin and a daughter,
Kelly. She has two granddaughters. Maeve is 4 years old and Eden is 1.
Jan enjoys going to car shows with her husband and their 1957 Chevy Belair.
CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM: August 2016
Please stop by the kitchen to pick up the August calendar. Reservations for a
meal must be made at least one day ahead by calling the kitchen at
860-747-5728 between 10:15 a.m. and 12:00 noon. A suggested donation is
$2.50
Foot Care
Regular Foot Care and Diabetic Foot Care
Please note fee increase.
The Senior Center offers appointments for regular
and diabetic foot care. Foot care is provided by an
APRN and includes a foot inspection and nail
cutting. Cost is $18.00 Plainville resident members
and $28.00 for Out of Town Plainville Senior Center
Members and must be paid with exact change or by
check only (made out to the Plainville Senior
Center) neither the Nurse nor the Senior Center can
make change. Please call the Senior Center to make
an appointment. Foot care is for Senior Center
members only.
Cholesterol Screening
September 8, 2016
1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. by appointment
With a ten-minute appointment and a few drops
of blood from a fingertip, you can know your
numbers for total cholesterol, good (HDL) and
bad (LDL) cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose.
This form of testing does not require fasting.
These numbers, along with a few other risk
factors, can help your provider determine your
personal cardiovascular risk. The cost is $10.00,
payable at the appointment. Call the Senior
Center to make an appointment to have your
cholesterol tested.
Ear Wax Removal
Call the Senior Center to make your ear wax removal appointment. At least one week prior to your
appointment, you must come into the Senior Center for an instruction sheet explaining the prep procedure and
pick up the paperwork that must be filled out and brought in at the time of your appointment.
Blood Pressure Clinics at the Senior Center
Many thanks to The Pines of Bristol, Hartford Health Care Senior Services and The Summit for Offering their
Services at the Senior Center
Monday, August 1, 1:00 - 2:00 (The Pines of Bristol)
Thursday, August 11, 1:00—2:00 (Hartford Health Care Senior Services)
Wednesday, August 24, 11:00 - 12:00 (The Summit in Plantsville)
Blood Pressure Clinics are for Senior Center members only.
Plainville Senior Center At-Risk List
The Senior Center maintains a list of individuals who depend on electricity to maintain optimum health.
We refresh this list throughout the year so we can be certain that such folks will be safe during a power outage/
weather event.
It is everyone's personal responsibility to have a plan in the event of a power outage. We share our AtRisk list with the Plainville Fire and Police Departments to ensure that no one's health is in jeopardy during a
weather emergency.
Please call the Center at 860-747-5728, if you wish to have your name added to the At-Risk List. Bette and
Stephanie are available to help you develop a plan for power outages/ weather emergencies.
Recycle Your Old Cell Phones!
Do you have old cellular phones that you don’t know how to properly dispose of? Keep them out of landfills by
donating them to The Plainville Senior Center. The donation box is located in the hallway between the main office
and billiards room on the table. Please drop ONLY cellular phones in the box! Please no phone chargers or any
other type of electronic devices. Thank you to all who have donated. The money received from these cellular
phones goes to support Dial-a-Ride! Every phone helps, tell your friends and family!
Plainville Senior Center , 200 East Street, Plainville CT 06062
Sun
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
3 FREE SIGN UP
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Zumba Tone GR
12:30 Mahjong GA
1:00 Blood Pressure
1:00 All Around Fitness BR
1:00 Setback GR
2:30 Chair Yoga BR
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR
10:00 Bring it Back GR
10:00 Ladies Billiards
10:00 Cribbage GA
10:30 Veterans’ Coffee
12:00 Pinochle GA
12:30 Open Circle
1:00 Bridge OS
1:00 Up-Right and
Balanced GR
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Friday
Sat
5
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Quilting CR
10:30 Kayak with Canton
10:30 Zumba Gold BR
1:00 Bingo GR
*1:00 Nurse
1:00 Open Painting CR
1:15 Charlemagne C
3:00 Coloring Club GR
3:00 Power Burst BR
9
10
11
12
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Zumba Tone GR
12:30 Mahjong GA
1:00 Blood Pressure
1:00 Setback GR
2:30 Chair Yoga BR
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR
10:00 Ladies Billiards
10:00 Cribbage GA
10:30 Bring It Back GR
12:00 Pinochle GA
12:30 Open Circle
1:00 Bridge OS
.
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Quilting CR
10:30 Zumba Gold BR
1:00 Bingo GR
1:00 Open Painting CR
1:15 Charlemagne C
3:00 Coloring Club GR
.
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:00 Begin Yoga L
9:30 Ceramics CR
10:00 Mexican Train GA.
12:00 Pool Tournament
12:30 Pinochle GA
1:00 Blood Pressure
1:00 Scrabble C
1:00 Bridge OS
1:00 Knit & Crochet GR
2:30 Band / Dancing BR
8:45 Int Yoga L
9:00 Walking GR
9:00 Mahjong GA
10:00 Canasta CR
10:00 Memory Strong
CR
12:00 Pinochle L
15
16
17
18
19
20
Closed for Cleaning @
1PM
Closed for Cleaning @
1PM
Closed All Day for
Cleaning
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Zumba Tone GR
12:30 Mahjong GA
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking BR
9:30 Beg Wii Bowling OS
9:30 Bike Meeting
10:00 Bring it Back BR
10:00 Ladies Billiards
10:00 Cribbage GA
10:00 Live Well CR
12:00 Pinochle GA
12:30 Open Circle
9:30—2:00 TAG SALE
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking BR
9:00 Begin Yoga L
9:30 Ceramics CR
10:00 Mexican Train GA
12:00 Pool Tournament
12:30 Pinochle GA
1:00 Scrabble C
1:00 Knit & Crochet BR
1:00 Bridge OS
NO Band / Dancing BR
9:30-11:30 TAG SALE
8:45 Shopping Bus
8:45 Int Yoga L
9:00 Walking BR
9:00 Mahjong GA
10:00 Canasta OS
11:00 Music Concert BR
12:00 Pinochle L
Lake
George
Luncheon
Cruise
21
22
23
24
25
*Dental Clinic Appointments
26
27
Coventry
Farmers
Market @
Nathan Hale
Home
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Zumba Tone GR
12:30 Questions for the
Social Worker
12:30 Mahjong GA
1:00 Setback GR
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR
10:00 Bring it Back GR
10:00 Ladies Billiards
10:00 Cribbage GA
12:00 Pinochle GA
12:30 Open Circle
1:00 Bridge OS
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Quilting CR
10:30 Zumba Gold BR
1:00 Bingo GR
1:00 Blood Pressure
1:00 Open Painting CR
1:15 Charlemagne C
3:00 Coloring Club GR
8:45 Int Yoga L
9:00 Walking GR
9:00 Mahjong GA
10:00 Canasta OS
12:00 Pinochle L
Essex
Steam
Train and
Riverboat
28
29
30
31
Montreal/
Quebec Trip
8/28 to 8/31
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Zumba Tone GR
12:30 Mahjong GA
1:00 Setback GR
1:00 Blood Pressure
*9:00 Nurse
9:00Walking GR
9:30 Beg Wii Bowling BR
10:00 Bring it Back GR
10:00 Ladies Billiards
10:00 Cribbage GA
12:00 Pinochle GA
12:30 Open Circle
1:00 Bridge OS
9:00 Walking GR
9:30 Quilting CR
10:30 Zumba Gold BR
1:00 Bingo GR
1:00 Open Painting CR
1:15 Charlemagne C
3:00 Coloring Club GR
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Long Island
Sound
Lighthouse
Cruise
2
Thursday
4 MEGA SIGN UP
*9:00 Nurse
9:00 Walking GR
9:00 Begin Yoga L
9:30 Ceramics CR
10:00 Mexican Train GA.
10:30 Begin Fargo Fit BR
12:00 Pool Tournament
12:30 Pinochle GA
1:00 Scrabble C
1:00 Bridge OS
1:00 Knit & Crochet GR
1:00 Begin Fargo Fit BR
2:30 Band / Dancing BR
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Phone 860-747-5728
Tag Sale Set Up
9:00 Walking GR
9:00 Begin Yoga L
9:30 Ceramics CR
10:00 Mexican Train GA
12:00 Pool Tournament
12:30 Pinochle GA
1:00 Scrabble C
1:00 Bridge OS
1:00 Knit & Crochet GR
2:30 Band / Dancing BR
Center Café Closed in
August. Re-Opens
September 6th
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8:45 Shopping Bus
9:00 Walking GR
8:45 Int Yoga L
9:30 Mahjong GA
10:00 Canasta CR
10:00 Memory Strong
CR
10:30 Cardio Step &
Abs GR
12:00 Pinochle L
KEY:
GR: Green Room,
BR: Blue Room
GA: Game Room
CR: Craft Room
C: Café
CL: Computer Lab
OS: Old Store
L: Library
*: By Appointment
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