February 2012 Events
Avon Senior Center
860-675-4355
Jennifer Bennett, MSW
Avon Senior Center Coordinator
Darlene Tate, Administrative Secretary
Avon Senior Center Closings
CLOSED FOR PRESIDENT’S DAY
Monday, February 20, 2012
“Movie- From the Terrace”
Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.
An ambitious young executive chooses a loveless marriage and an unfulfilling personal life in exchange for a successful Wall Street career. These movies are sponsored by the Library, Friends of the Library and the Senior Center. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Foot Care”
Monday, February 6, 2012
Dr. Lindsay will be at the Avon Senior Center on the 1st Monday of every month from 9:00 am-12:00 pm for: Assessment of feet (skin, nails, etc.), Toenail clipping, Callus removal, Provide Resources & Answer Questions. The cost is $40.00. CALL 860.677.7272 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.
“Through the Years”
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.
Please join Katie, senior center intern as she does a program “Through the Years.” This is a great time to talk about the past; the way things used to be and fun memories and times you had growing up. This group is going to be a time for you to reminisce and share with each other. This is part of her learning experience of running a group and helps her with her social work education at CCSU. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Movie-Caprice”
Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.
In this comedy-thriller, Patricia Foster is an industrial designer who gets herself into a whole heap of trouble when she sells a secret cosmetics formula to a rival company in Paris. These movies are sponsored by the Library, Friends of the Library and the Senior Center. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Love Your Neighbor”
Friday, February 10, 2012 at 11:30 a.m.
Come celebrate good fortune & good neighbors with friends at the Canton Community Center. This event is our annual program to celebrate Valentine’s Day!! We will enjoy a delicious meal and fun entertainment. Please pay $2.00 for this event when you sign up. This event is a collaboration between Avon Senior Center & Canton Senior Services. Older & disabled persons from ALL towns are welcome. Please call the Avon Senior Center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“1863 - Lincoln’s Remarkable Year”
Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
Please join us for a program entitled 1863: Lincoln’s Remarkable Year, A Dramatic One-Man Performance Presented by Howard Wright. Why did Lincoln’s views on slavery change once the Civil War began? Through the use of actual letters, speeches, and quotes by Abraham Lincoln, Howard Wright will give an insightful first-person portrayal of our 16th president. This program will show how and why Lincoln moved from a “hands-off” position to ultimately setting in motion events that would bring about the end of slavery. The program will culminate with the delivery of the famous Gettysburg Address. This program is co-sponsored by the Avon Senior Center & Library. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Free Blood Pressure Screening”
Monday, February 13, 2012 from 11-1
Farmington Valley VNA will be providing a FREE Blood Pressure Screening today. Please stop on by and get your blood pressure checked. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the senior center at 860-675-4355.
“S-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g Your Dollar”
Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.
Please join Sandee from Farmington Valley VNA as she gives us tips on budgeting and helping our dollar stretch in this economy. She is an energetic presenter and we are sure to learn something new! Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Ask the Attorneys”
Tuesday, February 16, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.
Please join us as we welcome Marcia Hess & Neil Kraner, local Avon Elder Law Attorneys as they come for an “Ask the Attorneys” afternoon. This is a great way to get your questions answered in an intimate setting. Please call the senior center to sign up at 860-675-4355.
“Movie - Paper Chase”
Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.
A first-year law student struggles with balancing his coursework and his relationship with the daughter of a stern professor. These movies are sponsored by the Library, Friends of the Library and the Senior Center. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Through the Years”
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.
Please join Katie, senior center intern as she does a program “Through the Years.” This is a great time to talk about the past; the way things used to be and fun memories and times you had growing up. This group is going to be a time for you to reminisce and share with each other. This is part of her learning experience of running a group and helps her with her social work education at CCSU. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Movie - On the Riviera”
Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.
Jack Martin, an American entertainer working cabarets on the French Riviera, does an impersonation of philandering industrialist Henri Duran (Kaye, again) so convincingly that even Duran's beautiful wife (Gene Tierney) is fooled by it. But matters threaten to get out of hand when Martin (as Duran) is confronted by several of the philanderer's women, and by Duran's ruthless business rival, M. Periton (Jean Murat). These movies are sponsored by the Library, Friends of the Library and the Senior Center. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
“Caregiver Support Group”
Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 2:30 p.m.
The Farmington Valley VNA is sponsoring a support group for adults who are caregivers. The group is open to all adults who are caring for a loved one. Caring for another can be emotionally and physically exhausting. This is an opportunity to rejuvenate yourself by talking with others who truly understand. We can all learn from each other. Come and be surrounded by others who care and are in search of support. This group will be facilitated by the Farmington Valley VNA Social Worker. Any questions, please feel free to contact Jennifer Bennett, Avon Senior Center Coordinator at 860-675-4355 or the FV VNA at 860-651-3539.
“Search for Justice”
Thursday, February 28, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
This program is an appreciation of Black History Month with a one-man show by Stephen Collins. He was Walt Whitman last year, so we welcome him back. This performance piece will examine issues of social, political and religious justice. What is Justice? Can it be defined, or is it just and abstract concept? What is Truth? How do leaders both political and religious use language to motivate people? Is violent action ever justified when all else fails? Is there such a thing as a just as opposed to unjust war? In this piece you will hear the words of the Abolitionist Editor William Lloyd Garrison. John Brown will tell you why he resorted to violence. Lincoln will deliver his oration at Gettysburgh, the words that remade America. Thomas Hardy and other writers will comment on war and religion in A Search for Justice.
This program is co-sponsored by the Avon Senior Center & Library. Please call the senior center at 860-675-4355 to sign up.
Dial-a-Ride Day Trips
These trips are on a first come basis and seating is limited, so please sign up early.
Please call 860-693-6876 to reserve your seat and sign up.
These trips are sponsored by Avon Social Services and Avon Senior Center along with our Dial-a-Ride provider, Martel.
Westfarms Mall
Monday, February 13, 2012
Mohegan Sun
Saturday, February 18, 2012
10:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
iPad Learning Sessions
Wednesday Afternoons
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Avon Senior Center
Curious about Apple iPad? Never heard of an iPad? Join Evan, a senior from Avon High School, for iPad lessons. Lessons cover basic usage and any questions you may have. The iPad presents a fun and easy way to browse the internet, check email, read e-books, and much more. No experience required; newcomers welcome! iPads provided by the senior center.
CHOICES Medicare Counseling
The Avon Senior Center offers Medicare Counseling!! We had a Medicare Counselor that was in Avon, but he has moved out-of-state. We are now able to link up with the Canton Senior Center and Farmington Senior Center and their CHOICES Medicare Counselor. If you need Medicare Counseling, please feel free to call 860-693-5811 (Canton Senior Center) or 860-675-2490 (Farmington Senior Center).
Come and enjoy lunch at the Avon Senior Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. CRT (Community Renewal Team) sponsors a lunch program at the Avon Senior Center, offering a hot, nutritious and health conscious meal. A printed menu is available each month, and reservations are required. To make a reservation, please call the Avon Senior Center the day before by 12:00 noon at 675-4355. The cost is a $2.00 donation for persons over the age of 60 and a $4.50 donation for persons 55-59 years of age. The lunch program is open to all seniors in the Town of Avon as well as surrounding towns. Come and join us and make some new friends.
Avon Senior Center Calendar
February 2012
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1 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 10:00 Shuffleboard 1:00 Setback 1:00 Billiards 2:30 iPad Training
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2 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 1:30 Movie |
3 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class
CENTER CLOSED
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6 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 9:00 Foot Care 10:30 Executive Board
Meeting 12:00 Senior Citizens of Avon Lunch 12:30 Mah Jongg
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7 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 10:00 Wii Bowling 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge
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8 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 10:00 Shuffleboard 1:00 Setback 1:00 Billiards 2:30 iPad Training
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9 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program9:00 Billiards 12:00 CRT
Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 1:30 Movie |
10 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class
CENTER CLOSED
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13 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 9:00 Foot Care 10:30 Executive Board
Meeting 12:00 Senior Citizens of Avon Lunch 12:30 Mah Jongg |
14 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 10:00 Wii
Bowling 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 12:30 FV VNA Presentation |
15 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 10:00 Shufflboard 1:00 Setback 1:00 Billiards 2:30 iPad Training |
16 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 12:30 Ask the Attorneys 1:30 Movie |
17 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class
CENTER CLOSED |
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PRESIDENT'S DAY HOLIDAY
CENTER CLOSED
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21 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 10:00 Wii Bowling 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 12:30 "Through the Years" with Intern Katie |
22 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 10:00 Shuffleboard 1:00 Setback 1:00 Billiards 2:30 iPad Training
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23 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 1:30 Movie 2:30 Caregiver Support Group
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24 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class
CENTER CLOSED |
27 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 11:00 Blood Pressure 12:00 Senior
Citizens of Avon Lunch 12:30 Mah Jongg
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28 9:00 Powerful Aging Exercise Program 9:00 Billiards 10:00 Wii Bowling 12:00 CRT Lunch 12:30 Wii Bowling 12:30 Bridge 1:00 Search for Justice Program |
29 8:30 Mid Tempo Cardio Class 10:00 Shuffleboard 1:00 Setback 1:00 Billiards 2:30 iPad Training |
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