Special Events
Events are free unless a cost is noted but registration is requested; call 860-844-5350.
Cracking Cold Cases in CT: Wednesday, March 14, 1 p.m. Presented by Michael Sullivan, Chief Inspector of Chief’s State Attorney’s Cold Case Unit. Learn more about cold cases and how these cases get prosecuted. Register by March 7.
Scuba Diving Adventures: Friday, March 16, 10:30 a.m. Presented by John Silliman, AETNA Retiree Services. This spectacular program will take you under the sea to explore the colors and sights from various scuba expeditions. Light refreshments will be served. Register by March 9.
Tea and Vintage Jewelry Presentation: Tuesday, March 20, 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Panache on Park Boutique and Suffield By The River. Marguerite, from Panache on Park Boutique, will teach us about costume jewelry from the 1930s to current times. Bring your own vintage pieces. Tea and refreshments will be provided. Cost $5. Register by March 13.
Bears in Granby: Monday, March 26, 10 a.m. Presented by Paul Colburn, Certified Master Wildlife Conservationist. This engaging presentation provides an overview of the black bears of Connecticut. Artifacts will be shared with the audience. Cost $5. Register by March 19.
Calligraphy 101: Mondays, March 26 – April 16 at 1 p.m. Have you ever admired how beautiful calligraphy looks on cards and letters? Learn Blackletter Calligraphy, a classic, dramatic lettering style. Instructor, Debby Reelitz. Cost for 4-week session plus materials $85. Register by March 16.
Jukebox Bingo and Pizza: Wednesday, March 28, 4:30 p.m. Hosted by Keith Alan, Keith Alan Productions. Not your ordinary game of Bingo—have fun with a Name-That-Tune version for fun prizes. Dinner includes pizza, salad and dessert. Cost $6. Register by March 21.
New Programs For Your Health And Wellness
Live Well With Diabetes: Tuesdays, beginning March 6 at 1 p.m. Presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farmington Valley Health District. Do you have or do you care for someone with Type 2 Diabetes? This 6-week course can help you take control of diabetes. Learn to manage symptoms to get the most out of life. The Farmington Valley Health District sponsors this course at no charge. Registration in advance.
Karate for Adults: Tuesdays, starting March 27 at 9:30 a.m. Instructor, Master Jeff Firestone, Fred Villari’s Studios. Regardless of your physical ability, this program will teach easy to learn self- defense skills and concepts while getting good exercise in a fun, friendly environment. Cost $60 for 6 weeks. Register by March 20th.
For Our Veterans!
Veteran’s Coffee: Tuesday, March 20 at 10 a.m. Presented by Hartford HealthCare at Home. A monthly coffee to learn about benefits, entitlements and other services. Veteran Liaison Wayne Rioux facilitates the group discussion. Registration is requested, but drop-ins are welcome.
Familiar Favorites!
Women’s Breakfast: Wednesday, March 7, 8:30 a.m. The Expressive Beauty Bunch, Tainted Beauty Studios. Cost $4. Register by calling 860-653-9891.
Men’s Breakfast: Friday, March 9, 8:30 a.m. Guest Speaker is Sam Sampieri, Fox 61 meteorologist. Cost $2. Register in advance.
Lunch for the Mind: Wednesday, March 21, 12:30 p.m. Brought to you by the Civic Engagement Education Team. Dreams and Waking Dreams, presented by Natalie Griffin, founder of Naughty Shaman. This workshop will examine dream symbols as well as four types of dreams and how to develop your ability to interpret the symbols and events that you see. Cost $5. Bring your own lunch, beverages and dessert provided.
Helping Hands Needed: Wednesday, March 28, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please join Days for Girls International (www.daysforgirls.org) to sew for women in need of sanitary products. Both sewers and non-sewers needed to volunteer. To learn more please contact Josie Klein at 860-653-5752 or josiklein640@gmail.com.
Senior Van Service And Excursions!
Senior Van
The Granby Senior Van provides rides to adults 60 and over for shopping and activities at the Senior Center. Please call 860-844-5353 one week in advance for scheduling.
Shopping
West Farms Mall, Macy’s, Trader Joe’s on Friday, March 16, departs at 9:30 a.m. $4
Dine and Drive at Maine Fish House in East Windsor on Monday, March 5. Cost of ride $4, lunch is on your own.
Ocean State Job Lot and Big Y in Southwick every Tuesday, departs at 1:30 p.m. Big Y’s 10 percent senior discount is available every Tuesday.
Geissler’s every Wednesday. Call to arrange a time. Geissler’s 5 percent senior discount is available every Wednesday.
Stop & Shop every Thursday, departs at 1:30 p.m.
Trips
Adventure Club: Monday, March 19, 9:30 a.m. Archery Hall’s Arrow, Manchester. Travel to the largest archery range in New England for a lesson in archery. Learn from some of the best in the industry as you try your hand at this fun sport. Lunch will be on your own at Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria. Cost $20. Register by March 12.
Fascia’s Chocolates in Waterbury: Wednesday, March 21, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy tastings and demonstrations. Make your own chocolate bar with toppings. Cost $14, lunch will be on your own at East Side Restaurant, the home of famous German food. Register by March 14.
Metropolitan Opera’s Cosi Fan Tutte: Saturday, March 31, 10:30 a.m. Watch this winning cast come together for Phelim McDermott’s clever vision of Mozart’s comedy about the sexes, set in a carnivalesque environment, inspired by 1950s Coney Island. Lunch on your own at Bertucci’s. Cost $29. Register by March 23.
Fitness And Exercise!
Classes are available six days a week and are ongoing. Schedules are available at the office. Call the office to register or to get help in determining which class best fits your abilities and needs. Drop in $8.
Yoga Flow: Mondays at 10:15 a.m. Rise and shine with this gentle, yet effective, yoga flow class. Instructor, Mary Fuller.
Gentle Movement and Balance: Mondays at 11:15 a.m. An exercise class designed to increase strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Cardio Circuit Training: Mondays at 4:30 p.m. Timed stations, core work and stretching will invigorate you and get your metabolism heated. Instructor, Gina Marecki.
Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. Enhanced breathing, increased blood flow, reduced tension and better posture are achieved through the various yoga poses. Great for those with limited mobility. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Yoga: Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Thoughtful breathing and controlled postures. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Tone-up Tune-up: Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. Move to the music of the 50s, 60s and 70s. This is a low impact cardiovascular workout with intervals of weight work for upper and lower body strengthening. This workout does not go to the floor; core training performed seated or standing. Instructor, Mary Fuller.
Straight Forward Workout: Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. A cardio with step, weight work and stretch class designed to get your heart pumping with this classic workout. Instructor, Mary Fuller.
Chi Gong: Fridays at 8:30 a.m. A gentle, low-impact, standing or seated class focusing on flexibility, balance, healing and pain management. Instructor, Mary Ellen Mullins.
Cardio Combo: Fridays at 10:15 a.m. Quicker pace and more aerobics. Instructor, Mary Fuller.
Line Dancing: Fridays at 1 p.m. Learn to line dance from the Boot Scootin’Boogie to the Cha-Cha. Appropriate for beginners as well as advanced line dancers. Instructor, Jim Gregory.
Peak: Sundays at 7:30 a.m. Vigorous aerobics and weights. Instructor, Jen Dzielak.
Please visit www.granby-ct.gov/senior-services, or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of our health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities