Windsor Seniors’ Newsletter WINDSOR SENIOR CENTER · 599 Matianuck Avenue · Windsor, CT 06095 · 860-285-1992

April 2019 “Nursery Rhymes ~ What Do

They Mean?”

We all grew up learning nursery rhymes, without really knowing what they meant, and we all passed them on to our kids with the same lack of explanation. They

were just silly words that rhymed. But many of those nursery rhymes meant something to the peo-ple living in times when communication was lim-ited and freedom of speech was discouraged. Coded social and political commentaries in the form of rhymes sometimes provided a way of avoiding severe punishment by those in power. This PowerPoint supported presentation by our talented Senior Center patron, Bob Ellis, offers a look back into the history of popular nursery rhymes and a glimpse at the social, re-ligious and ruling conditions of those times when the rhymes were created.

On Wednesday, April 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, find out about Georgie Porgie and why he made the girls cry. Who were Humpty Dumpty and Little Boy Blue? And what were the Butcher, Baker and Candlestick Maker doing in that tub? Please call 860-285-1992 or sign up in the office for this interesting and fun program in our Senior Center café. Free!

Windsor Senior Center’s

Spring Fling!

It’s Rhythm & Blues Cruise Night! Join us on Tuesday, April 30, in the Senior Center café for our Spring Fling as we “cruise through the Carib-bean” with a delicious dinner beginning at 5:00

PM. The menu features shrimp kabobs and/or steak kabobs served over seasoned rice, tossed salad with choice of dressing, dinner rolls with butter, fruit salad, and a delicious coconut cake for dessert! Stay for awesome musical entertainment from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM by “The Boogie Boys.” Party favors will be handed out along with our popular raffle at 6:50 PM. Sponsored by Homewatch CareGivers and dinner catered by Dom’s Broad Street Eatery. Cost is $10 pp. Please sign up in the office, online, or call 860-285-

1992 by April 25.

Cooking Demo!

A Small Portions Cooking Demo, sponsored by Fresh River Healthcare, will be held in the Senior Center café on Wednesday, April 10, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Robin Smith, Dining Director at Touchpoints at Chestnut, brings us ideas on the joy of cooking for one or two. Robin’s days are filled with preparing healthy and appealing meals for many, and now she will bring the same enthusiasm to us as she demonstrates how to pre-pare small, enticing meals and all the options available. Sign up in the office or call 860-285-

1992. Free!

Easter Egg Hunt

Children from the Windsor Family Resource Center playgroup (WFRC) will be here on Thursday, April 18, at 10:45 AM, and are hoping many seniors will join them in an Easter egg hunt at our Senior Center! We also need volunteers to help stuff the eggs on the morning of April 12. Please stop in the office to sign up or call 860-285-1992.

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Daytime Mall & Shopping Trips

Please call 860-285-1846 by noon at least 2 days in advance to sign up for these shopping trips: Enfield — Tues - Apr 2

Manchester — Tues - Apr 9

Wal-Mart/Big Y — Wed - Apr 10 & 24

Target/Stop&Shop — Wed - Apr 3 & 17

SPRING EXERCISE Prices & dates may be subject to change.

Please pay costs listed; any adjustments will be made for the next session.

Exercise Class Session Dates Cost

Yoga— Thursdays 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Mar 7—Apr 25

$40

Tai Chi / QiGong Beg. Fridays

10:00 am - 11:00 am Apr 5—Apr 26 $20

Tai Chi / QiGong Int / Adv Monday & Friday 8:00 am -10:00 am

Apr 1—Apr 29 $45

Shape Up & Work Out Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Apr 10—Apr 29 [no class 4/15]

$32

Sit, Stretch & Groove Monday & Wednesday

10:00 am- 11:00 am

Apr 10—Apr 29 [no class 4/15]

$20

Chair Yoga Tuesdays

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Apr9–-May 14

$30

MOVIE of the Month!

Join us in our Senior Lounge on Tuesday, April 16, from 12:45 PM to 3:00 PM, to watch the comedy “The Thing About My Folks” starring Paul Reiser, Pe-ter Falk, and Olympia Dukakis. This hilariously truthful look at family and marriage follows a father (Falk) and son (Reiser) who set out on an impromptu road trip. Rated PG13.

Free, including popcorn and soda! Sign up in the office or call 860-285-1992.

Genealogy Series

From antique heirlooms to cutting-edge science, there is something for everyone

who is interested in family history. Join us in the Sen-ior Lounge for this 3-part genealogy series on Tues-days, April 16, 23 and 30 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Learn about records

and places that provide clues to your ances-tors, the easiest way to find those resources, and what to do once you have found them. Grow your family tree through a variety of online resources that will be introduced. This series is designed for both beginner and intermediate experience levels. Partici-pants may attend one or all sessions.

Session 1: Getting Started in Genealogy

Session 2: DNA & Your Family Tree

Session 3: Using Online Resources

This series is sponsored by John Silliman of AETNA and is conducted by Jennifer Zinck, a professional genealogist who spe-cializes in Connecticut research and DNA for genealogy. Jennifer enjoys sharing her passion for family history with all ages, from school children to seniors. Please call 860-285-1992 to sign up for this free in-formative program! Seats limited.

PLEASE NOTE: We are currently look-ing for a volunteer who has great knowledge in genealogy to teach a new monthly Genealogy Class at our Senior Center. Please see Rebecca in the office or call 860-285-1992 if you or someone you know may be interested. Thank you!

The next AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASS will be held on Monday, May 6, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, in the Senior Lounge. Call 860-285-1992 to register. $15 AARP member or $20 non-member. Space limited to 20 students. You may be eligible for a discount on your insurance after taking this class.

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TRIPS CLUBS / CLASSES

Coffee Talk— Coffee, tea, current events... every Monday & Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Free!

Crafty Fingers— Meets every Friday from 10:00 AM to noon. Bring your supplies and creative ideas. Learn how to knit, sew & crochet! Free!

French Club– Join us for conversations in French every 1st & 3rd Friday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Hiking Club— Hike with the Happy Hikers! Hike with us April through November. Call Bill Locker for info at 860-688-8037 or wjlocker62@gmail.com.

Line Dancing— Meets every Friday from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM in the Ballet Room. Men and women are invit-ed to join the fun. Free!

Mahjongg— Meets every Monday and Thursday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM in the Senior Lounge. Free!

Multi-Cultural Dance Group— Join us Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the Fitness Room. Moves can be done while seated. Free!

Pickleball— New players always welcome! We’ll show you how to play! Just drop in! Free. [see calendar for indoor schedule; outdoor begins in May]

Quilting Club— The First Towne Quilters meet in the Craft Room on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. All welcome! Free!

ROLEO Group— Meets 3rd Friday of each month for breakfast and conversation. Looking for someone to vol-unteer to lead this group and choose a restaurant. New women members welcome!

ROMEO Group— Meets 2nd Friday each month at Bart’s Restaurant, Windsor, at 8:00 AM for breakfast and conversation. New men members welcome!

Tap Dancing— Meets every Thursday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Men and women are invited to join whether beginner or experienced. Stop by! Free!

Wii Bowling– Join us for Wii Bowling in the Senior Lounge every 1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, for good fun and camaraderie. Free!

Windsor Trail Riders— Every Tuesday morning from April through October to bicycle on nearby trails. Call 860-219-9193 to join email list.

Windsor Whirlers— Square dancing every Thursday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Fitness room. No part-ner needed.

WOW (Watch Our Weight)— Meets every Wednes-day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Room AP1. Gain support while taking off weight. Call 860-688-2515.

CLUBS & CLASSES

Adult Coloring Group— Meets everyday in the Sen-ior Center. All supplies provided. Free! Just stop by between 9:30 AM and noon!

Bowling— The Windsor Senior Sportsters’ co-ed bowl-ing league meets every Monday from 10:00am to 12:30pm at Spare Time Bowling Center in Windsor Locks. Enjoy fellowship and fun in this non-competitive league which you can join anytime. No bowling skills required. $12 for 3 strings. Call 860-688-6119 for more information.

Chess Club— Meets every 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 10:00 AM. Call 860-285-1992 to sign up or for more information. Free!

Evening & Weekend Trips

Call 860-285-1992 to sign up. Transportation from home available for Dial-A-Ride patrons; cost of meals and/or fees are your responsibility. $2.00 donation encouraged in order for us to continue to offer evening and weekend trips. Must have at least 7 people signed up for each trip to go (40 for casino trips).

Apr 6 ~ Saturday, Lee Outlets, Lee, MA; leave 9:00 AM; lunch at Food Court; leave mall 2:00 PM.

Apr 9 ~ Tuesday, Polish National Home; Hartford; leave 11:00 AM; return after lunch.

Apr 13 ~ Saturday, Web’s Yarn Shop, Holyoke, MA; leave 9:00 AM; lunch 12:00 PM, Schermerhorn's Seafood Restaurant; return after lunch.

Apr 15 ~ Monday, Sophia’s Pizza, E. Windsor; 11:00 AM, return after lunch.

Apr 20 ~ Saturday, Meriden Mall; leave 9:00 AM; lunch 12:30 PM, Hurley’s Book Mark; return after lunch.

Apr 23 ~ Tuesday, Maine Fish Market, E. Windsor; leave 4:15 PM; return after dinner.

Apr 27 ~ Saturday, Bethlehem Indoor Flea Market; leave 9:00 AM; lunch 12:00 PM, Nick’s; return after lunch. SIGN UPS FOR

FIRST TIMERS ONLY FOR THIS TRIP.

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“ASK THE NURSE” & Blood Pressure Clinic

with a registered nurse from Seabury Care Now

April 3 & 17— 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Free.

FOOT CLINIC by Pedi-Care Services, LLC

April 18 & 25 — 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; $29.00

COMFORT TOUCH MASSAGES by Corinne Every Friday — 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM; $1/min.

HEARING CLINIC by Discount Hearing

April 30 — 10:00 AM to noon. Free.

Appointments required for all clinics.

Please call 860-285-1992

DIAL-A-RIDE IN WINDSOR

Dial-A-Ride: available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Transpor tation is provided for

medical appointments, shopping, and other activities in town. Call 860-285-1846 no later than 12:00 noon two

business days before you want a ride. To Schedule a Ride: 860-285-1846

To Cancel a Ride: 860-285-1996

For any other transportation questions, please call the Senior Transportation Coordinator at 860-285-1996.

OUT-OF-TOWN MEDICAL RIDES

Transportation for out-of-town medical appointments Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Call by

noon 7 days or one month in advance of your appointment. Wheelchair transportation is available on Mon., Wed., & Thurs. only to Bloomfield, Hartford &

W. Hartford. To schedule a ride call 860-285-1992, BETWEEN 9:00 AM—3:00 PM ONLY. Provide your

doctor’s name, phone, address, appt. time & length. Cancellations, call 860-285-1992 immediately.

Patient pays all parking fees.

Windsor Transportation Services

Golden Fellowship

Announcements

Our next monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 17, at 1:00 PM, in the Windsor Senior Center café. Join us for an afternoon of so-cializing, entertainment & refreshments! $5/year. You don’t have to be a member to attend our trips! Please call Pauline Martin 860-758-7378 or Donna Hodgson 860-335-7069 for more information.

Tues, April 16: Newport Playhouse, buffet lunch and show; depar t 8:30 AM; $94 pp.

Tues, May 14: Mohegan Sun Casino; bonus $15 food coupon, $15 game play; depar t 9:00 AM; $22 pp.

Wed., June 19: Strawberry Festival, Summit View Pavilion, Tribute to June & Johnny Cash; BBQ picnic lunch. $80 pp. This trip is TBD.

All prices include gratuities and driver tip. For more information, see flyers in the Golden Fellowship rack

in the Windsor Senior Center cafeteria..

HEALTH & WELLNESS CLINICS

Mindfulness Meditation

“Windsor Senior Sangha”

meditation group

Every Thursday — 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Free.

Senior Lunch Program

Hot lunch is provided by CRT for seniors 60 years or older in the cafeteria, 12:00 noon, Monday through Fri-day. Make reservations by noon the day before by call-ing 860-285-1843. Donation is $2.50 for seniors; $5.00 required for guests under age 60.

Windsor Senior Center 599 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095

Phone: (860) 285-1992

Visit us on Facebook, Twitter, or on our website: www.townofwindsorct.com/seniorservices/

Hours: Mon—Fri, 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Senior Center Coord: Rebecca Joyce

Senior Center Staff: Millicent Gill, Carol McOmber and Alma McCormick

Kitchen CRT Staff: Kristin Simpson

Transportation Coord: George Headley

Transportation Staff: Ellis Cobbs, Michael Fournier, Frank Granato, Marisol Rodriguez, Lennox Small, Carl Thomas, John Tolve, Jake Trotman, Derrick Wallen,

Al Wilson and Woody Woodard.

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Cribbage

Wednesdays

9:00 AM

Setback

Tues & Thu

12:45 PM

Bingo Mon & Fri

12:45 PM

Chess

1st & 3rd Thursdays

10:00 AM

Whist

1st Wed of

month

12:45 PM

Mahjongg

Mon & Thurs

1:00 PM

Weekly Cards & Games

Windsor Trail Riders Meeting

Spring is here and the Windsor Trail Riders will ride again! If you like good company and pleasant bicycle rides, be sure to attend our organizational meeting on Tuesday, April 16, at 10:00 AM in the Senior Center. Tell us your favorite rides or suggest some new ones! We ride every Tuesday starting on April 23 on nearby Connecticut multi-purpose trails with an occasional foray into Massachusetts to ride their beautiful trails. Call 860-219-9193 to if you will be attending or to get on the notification list.

Bead Jewelry Making Class

Sign up for our first ever beading class to be held on Tuesday, May 7, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. No experience necessary. Our talented instructor, Wayne Martin, will teach you how to create a beautiful piece of jewelry with colorful beads on memory wire. Cost is $10.00 and all materials are included. Class size: 5 to 10 people. Sign up in the office or call 860-285-1992.

Mother’s Day Tea Party

A Mother’s Day Tea Party will be held on Wednesday, May 8, in the Senior Cen-ter café from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, with entertain-ment by “Victorian Lady” with performance artist

Kandie Carle. Any senior lady and those who are mothers or grandmothers are invited to enjoy tea sandwiches of tuna salad, egg salad, and ham salad, along with a fresh Spring salad. Also enjoy a delicious dessert of raspberry filled cookies and pettifors! Sponsored by MeadowBrook of Granby. $5.00. Sign up in the office or call 860-285-

1992 by May 2.

Save the Date!

From singing to dancing, comedy to poetry, to play-ing a musical instrument, this year’s annual Senior’s Vintage Variety Show will be held on Wednesday, June 5, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Mark your calendars now and round up your family and friends who may want to participate in the show or join our audience. All acts are welcome... join in the fun! Please call 860-285-1992 for more information or for an entry form. Sponsored by Seabury.

Rise ‘n Shine Breakfast!

Touchpoints of Bloomfield is hosting a delicious breakfast on Thursday, April 25, at 9:00 AM in our Senior Center café. The menu includes Egg & Cheese Wrap, Bacon, Hashbrowns, Danish, Fruit Salad and coffee/tea. To sign up, call 860-285-1992 beginning April 1st at 9:00 AM (no exceptions). Seating limited. Free! Please stay to join our Town Manager, Peter Souza, and Superintendent of Schools, Craig Cooke, who will provide an over-view of the proposed budget and discuss any questions you may have.

Is It Your Birthday?

If you have a birthday this month, come celebrate on Wednesday, April 24, from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM. Free cake for everyone is donated by Geissler’s. Birthday surprises provided by Windsor Health & Rehab with entertainment. Call 860-285-1992 before April 19.

Tech Assistance!

Do you need technical device assistance? Loomis Chaffee students will be at our Senior Center on Monday, April 29, from 10:00—10:30 AM for one-on-one assistance in our Computer Lab. Please bring your own laptop, iPad, or cellphone. Sign up is required. Call 860-285-1992. Free!

Hike with the Happy Hikers! It’s time to get your hiking boots and knapsacks out

again! With April comes warmer weather and walkable trails, so join us for another season of fun in the outdoors! For an exact star ting date

for hikes, as weather permits, an email will be issued to all hikers who joined us last year. For anyone who would like to join our group, please contact Bill Lock-er at 860-688-8037. New members always welcome!