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Thursday Aug 20th
10:00 AM | iPad and iPhone Basics
Thursdays at 10 AM from August 20th-September 24th - $30 This 6-week course will cover the basics of using the iPad & iPhone: their components & navigation tools, settings, app management, Safari for browsing, emailing, phoning & messaging, camera & photos, entertainment, and more. You must own or borrow an iPad or iPhone and bring the device with the charger and cable to the class. | Thursday Aug 20th
1:00 PM | Android Phone Basics
Android Phone Basics - Thursdays at 1 PM from August 20th- September 24th - $30
In this 6-week course, you will discover what your Android Smartphone is capable of doing! Learn how to comfortably phone & text people, use your email, browse the internet, take pictures & videos, download & use popular applications, play music, manage your appointments, use GPS for driving instructions, and more. Join us on this adventure, and become more confident using your android smartphone!
Please note that this class does NOT cover the Apple iPhone.
Please register and pay during open computer lab times or at the Calendar House front desk prior to the start date of class. | Wednesday Aug 26th
1:00 PM | Exercises in Palette Knife Oil Painting with Scott Landry
Palette knife painting is an artistic technique that uses flexible round edged metal knives to apply and manipulate paint on a canvas.
You will be learning the basics of palette knife painting, preferred substrates, viewing examples of paintings using this technique, other forms of paint application and so much more.
The fee for this class is $15 cash upon registration. You will receive a list of supplies to purchase before the class starts. Please register by Monday August 24th. | Wednesday Aug 26th
1:00 PM | Healthy Brain and Dementia Positive Presentation by Livewell
This is an inspirational workshop led by people living well with cognitive change.
During this session, we invite you to: Explore dementia through a strength-based lens. Identify healthy brain lifestyle habits that can prevent dementia and delay cognitive decline. Uncover supportive communication strategies. Reframe your narrative surrounding dementia with a positive lens. Register online or by calling the front desk at 860-621-3014 by Tuesday, August 25th. | Thursday Aug 27th
10:00 AM | Financial Fraud BINGO with the CT Department of Banking
Join State Representatives Gale Mastrofrancesco, Donna Veach and Senator Rob Sampson along with The Connecticut Department of Banking for a fun, interactive refresher lesson to remind yourselves about protecting your personal information and your money by playing Fraud BINGO!
They will discuss banking scams and fraud, identity theft, and more.
Please register online or by calling the front desk at 860-621-3014 by Wednesday, August 26th. | Friday Aug 28th
1:00 PM | Electricity 101 and Program to Help with Eversource
Representatives from Eversource will be here to discuss electric bills and programs to help manage energy costs
Topics that will be covered are: Understanding your electric bill Learning how electricity gets to your home Exploring assistance programs, discounts and payment plans Please register online or by calling the front desk at 860-621-3014. | Friday Aug 28th
2:00 PM | Ice Cream Truck
Enjoy a treat after Bingo! The Seaside Creamery ice cream truck will be here from 2:00-3:30pm. This is quality, hand packed ice cream.
The price list is as follows:
Small cup- $5.00
Large cup-$6.00
Ice cream cookie sandwiches- $7.00
Small sundae-$7.00 | Monday Aug 31st
1:00 PM | Par Tea- The Health Benefits of Tea
Treat yourself to a lively tea tasting experience. Discover the surprising health benefits of tea and enjoy sweet treats too!
You may even find a new variety of tea that will awaken your tastebuds!
You will also learn about Tea at 3 for all ages. This free program connects generations over tea.
Please register by Friday, August 28th. | | | September | Tuesday Sep 8th
1:30 PM | Rita's African Show
Rita Wagener (Kabali) is a native of Uganda, a country located on the Eastern side of the African continent.
Wanting to keep her culture alive, Rita started sharing her roots with communities in her area. Even though Rita left her motherland in the early 1980s, she still remembers the culture, customs, and beliefs of her people.
Rita came to Connecticut via Fairbanks, Alaska, where she and her husband lived for 14 years. During Rita's show, she shares her experiences of living in 2 cultures. She also talks about living in America's biggest state and being the only person from her original country.
Rita's show takes you through fashions and dances of Africa. At the end of the show, you feel like you have traveled to Africa, without even being on a plane! You don't need a passport to go on this journey with Rita and her audience! Rita involves the audience by inviting them to participate in modeling and dancing. It's a great time for everyone!
Rita resides in Bethel with her husband Mitch Wagener.
She has 2 daughters, Rohanna Ssanyu and Danika Ssuubi plus a family dog named Mugsy.
Please register by Monday, September 7th online or by calling 860-621-3014. |
| Schedule for Wednesday 19th August| Time | Activity | Where |
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| 8:30 to 4:30 | Outdoor Pickleball | Undecided | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Calendar House Active Walkers | Undecided | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Conversation in the Cafe/Lounge | Cafe | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Library/Puzzle Makers | Library | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Ping Pong Players | Ping Pong Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Pool Players | Pool Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | Cardio Room | Cardio Room | | 8:30 to 4:30 | General Check-In | Undecided | | 9:15 to 10:15 | Seated Yoga w/Clementine | Fitness Room | | 9:30 to 10:30 | Line Dancing | Main Hall East | | 9:30 to 11:30 | Pinochle | Card Room | | 10:00 to 2:00 | Reiki Healing | Health Suite | | 10:00 to 12:00 | Granny Squares | Class 1B | | 10:00 to 12:00 | Trip Desk Wednesdays | Lounge | | 11:15 to 12:00 | Sit and Be Fit Physical Fitness | Fitness Room | | 12:00 to 12:30 | Bread for Life Lunch | Main Hall West | | 12:30 to 3:00 | Setback Wednesday | Card Room | | 1:00 to 3:00 | Pickleball | Main Hall East | | 1:00 to 3:00 | Computer Lab / Wednesdays | Computer Lab | | 2:00 to 2:30 | Cardio Drumming | Fitness Room |
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