Seniors on the Green 37 R West Town Street Lebanon CT 06249 860-642-3040 In this issue: Wellness & health ~ Page 2 & 4 Lunch highlights ~ page 5 Activities & events ~ page 3 & 10 Flyer info ~ Page 10 Crossword/answer ~ Page 7 & 8 Odds & ends Page ~ 4,6,11 & 12 Calendar ~ Page 13 Enjoy the remaining Days of Summer!! August 2013 He who shares the joy in what he s grown, Spreads the joy abroad and doubles his own! author unknown Check our activity schedule at: www.lebanontownhall.org Lebanon Town Hall 860-642-6100 HelpFul Numbers: Lebanon Senior Center 860-642-3040 Lebanon Senior Transportation 860-642-2024 Lebanon Senior Center Coordinator: Darcy Battye ~ 860-642-2042 Volume 1 Issue 9 August 2013
P a g e 2 What is reflexology? It is a deeply relaxing therapy that stimulates and releases tight muscles, it increases circulation and improves lymph flow in the feet. Who benefits from reflexology? It is for anyone who enjoys a foot massage and manipulation. It helps those with diabetes since it increases circulation in the feet and lower legs, which can prevent future problems. It is for anyone with poor circulation in the feet and hands. It also can help with plantar fasciitis as it loosens the fascia on the plantar side of the foot. Our reflexologist name is deb turner. Her rate is $15.00 for a 25 minute session. Sign up is required. Please call 860-642-3040 to schedule an appointment! Lebanon Senior Center Staff: Senior Center Coordinator: Darcy Battye ~ 860-642-2042 Please note! Starting in June faith manning is back for massage...the spots are filling up quickly please contact the center to schedule your appointment today! 860 642-3040! Relax and enjoy! The Price is $15.00 for 25 minutes and $30.00 for 50 minutes! Senior Van Coordinator: Deb Kotomski ~ 860-642-2024 Senior Van Dispatcher: Melissa Hofmann ~ 860-642-2024 ~~~~ Save the date ~~~ Tuesday August 20, 2013 9:00 ~ 12:00! Heather laurie from Lebanon social services will be at the center to discuss energy assistance applications and farmers market vouchers! Stop by to see her! Newsletter Production/Editor: Deb Kotomski We always welcome your feedback, comments and suggestions! Senior Center 860-642-3040 Did you know we have assorted assisted living devices for loan? Canes,walkers, bath chairs and wheel chairs? We also have a hospital bed. We offer hearing screenings, podiatry appoints and vna visits! Please call the center at 860-642-3040 for more information. Senior Center Salon Services with Jeanna Prink Hair cuts $5.00 Wash and Set $10.00 Perm $45.00 Perm with a set $55.00 Color $45.00 Color with a set $55.00 Facials $8.00 Waxing $5.00 Manicures & Pedicures $8.00 each ~~ Appointments are Required~~ ~~Gift certificates always available~~ Check our newsletter for Jeanna s wonderful SPA DAYS Pamper yourself and Enjoy!!
PAGE 3 2013 travel for Lebanon jr/srs! June, July and August of 2013 are open at this time September 5-14 2013 Western frontiers Featuring Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone & the badlands Presented by Marion Russo 860-423-7659 RSVP with Marion at Telephone Number listed above. Upcoming events/programs! Senior van wellness trips!! August 2, 2013 ~ Norwich free academy,the slater museum and 99 restaurant! August 9, 2013 ~ Mohegan sun casino! August 16, 2013 ~ Stew leonards and foot prints! August 23, 2013 ~ the drunken palette and captain scott lobster dock! August 31, 2013 ~ Saturday Trip! Vanilla bean café! Tuesday August 6, 2013 ~ Dr. Morgan the podiatrist will be at the senior center...appointments are required call 860-642-3040 to schedule a visit today! Please note! There will be NO Bingo in the month of august...we would like to thank everyone who helps with bingo preparation and running of this popular program! Bingo will resume in September!! Friday august 2, 2013 ~ 9:00 ~ 1:00 ~ The Lebanon senior center is offering the aarp defensive driving course! There is a fee for taking the course however you may be eligible to receive a discount on your auto insurance.please contact the center to reserve a space!! Detailed information on all trips can be found at the senior center!! Call 860-642-2024 to reserve your ride. Have fun and enjoy! Commission on aging news Meeting s are open to the public and held at the senior center at 6:30 pm Meeting dates for 2013 January 14, 2013 June 10, 2013 November 18, 2013 February 11, 2013 July 8, 2013 (if needed) (due to veterans day) March 11, 2013 August 12, 2013 (if Needed) December 9, 2013 April 8, 2013 September 9, 2012 May 13, 2013 October 21, 2013 (due to Columbus day)
Page 4 A great big thank you to the vo-ag Students for building and installing The beautiful new handicap accessible Planter boxes at the senior center! They look beautiful and as you can see Are very well made!! Also a great big Thank you to the municipal agent ~ Darcy battye and the friends of the Lebanon senior center for funding This project!! Way to go!!
Page 5 Lunch highlights august 2013 August 6, 2103 ~ lataille soup and sandwich!~ 1:00 board games, pinochle/pool and mahjong! Stay after lunch and try your luck at a board game or two! August 13, 2013 ~ Hamburgers and hot dogs! ~ 1:00 board games, pinochle/pool and mahjong! Stay after lunch and try your luck at a board game or two! August 20, 2013 ~ mock lobster! ~ 1:00 board games,pinochle/pool and mahjong! August 27, 2013 ~ Grilled pork! ~ 1:00 friend meeting...board games, pinochle/pool and mahjong!! Sign up is requested for lunch we hope to see you there!
Page 6 Odds and Ends. Our newsletter is now Online too! go to: Www.Lebanontownhall.org Click on senior center Then scroll down and Click on newsletter!! It is also in color too! Welcome to Lebanon Senior Transportation! Here are a few facts regarding our service: *Open to Lebanon Residents *We kindly request 48 hrs. notice. *The vans are able to bring you to doctor appointments, shopping, wellness trips and other functions such as activities at the Senior Center. *Our office is open to take calls Monday thru Friday from 8:30 ~ 12:00pm. After 12:00 please leave a message or send an email to: seniorvan@lebanontownhall.org *Please keep in mind when schools are closed our vans do not run. *We ask that out of town appointments be made in the morning if possible. *We welcome comments and or suggestions. Just give us a call! Our Telephone 860-642-2024 We would love to hear from you! Please submit your recipe, story or anything that you would like to share! Below is a list of cutoff dates for newsletter submissions. 2/13/13 - March Newsletter 3/15/13 April newsletter 4/19/13 - May newsletter 5/17/13 - June Newsletter 6/14/13 - July newsletter 7/19/13 - August newsletter 8/16/13 September newsletter 9/13/13 October newsletter 10/18/13-november newsletter 11/15/13-december newsletter Submissions can be dropped off at senior center or mail to: dkotomski@lebanontownhall.org
Page 7 We received a suggestion that the previous month puzzle answers be included In the newsletter so here is puzzle 8 answers and we look forward To including this in our newsletter! Thank you for the suggestion!
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Page 9 As you may have noticed our gardens are in full swing here at the senior Center! If you have a moment to spare won t you please consider helping take care by Weeding or soon to be harvesting of the plants /veggies that grow here! Pictured above is the herb bed!
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Page 11 This was submitted by gwen saar from her 50th elementary school reunion! Enjoy going back in time a bit! Thanks gwen!
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