Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.
If you are a Granby Senior Center member, please register for programs through SchedulesPlus.com/granby If you are not a member of the Granby Senior Center or you do not have access to a computer, please call 860-844-5352.
Special Event
Tulip Dinner: Wednesday, April 17, 5 p.m. Enjoy a catered meal from Tucker’s Restaurant and entertainment by Willie and Jan Band. Entertainment has been sponsored by McLean Home Care and Hospice. Cost: $5.
Lifelong Learning
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: Monday, April 8, 1 p.m. Join the Senior Center and Library staff for fun and games on the front lawn of the library to view the 2024 Solar Eclipse. Participate in fun space-themed activities and games prior to the viewing. Special glasses will be provided for viewing the eclipse safely. Free event sponsored by SEAL and Star Net.
Medicare Made Perfectly Clear: Monday, April 12, 1 p.m. at Senior Center, hosted by Madison Roberson. This event is designed to empower you with the knowledge to make decisions about your healthcare coverage. This event promises to be enlightening and beneficial.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the different parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D). Learn about eligibility criteria and enrollment periods. Discover supplemental coverage options available to enhance your Medicare benefits. Ask questions and engage in discussions to clarify any doubts you may have.
Spymistresses-A Story of Allied Women Spies of WWII: Monday, April 22, 2 p.m. Spies belong to a special group of people with flexible identities, elastic morals and what has been referred to by some as situational ethics. Many take dangerous risks, complete their missions and live to tell the tale; others don’t.
During WWII, several women risked their lives to work within the enemy territory to uncover secrets. They covertly served the Allies and made significant contributions to the war. Learn about some of these women who worked in the European and Pacific theaters of the war. Free.
Trips
Lunch at Granby Memorial High School: Wednesday, April 3. Depart center on bus at 10:45 a.m. or meet at high school at 11 a.m. The culinary arts students at the high school will prepare a delicious lunch for you and the Leo Club will provide fun and games. Free.
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory: Tuesday, April 30. Depart center at 8:45 a.m. The Lepidoptera source in Western Massachusetts, featuring an 8,000-square foot indoor conservatory, is home to some 4,000 exotic and domestic butterflies in a tropical environment. Magic Wings focuses on butterfly-related education, recreation, entertainment and gardening needs. Have lunch at Bub’s BBQ. Cost: $20, lunch paid on your own.
See the Center Life Newsletter for monthly Shopping/ Dine and Drive Trips.
Ongoing Programs
CRT Hot Lunch: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12–1 p.m. Community Café offers a healthy, low-cost lunch for seniors 60+ and the opportunity to join with others. Monthly menus are available at the Senior Center. All participants are required to complete a one-time informational survey. A donation of $3 per meal is suggested to help cover costs; however, no one is denied a meal if unable to pay. Reservations are accepted until noon on Friday for the following week by calling 860-844-5350.
Ask the Attorney: Wednesday, April 3, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. by appointment. Specializing in Elder Law. Please call to set up an appointment for a free half-hour consultation.
Ask the Realtor: Wednesday, April 10, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. by appointment. Judy Guarco has worked for more than 20 years representing both buyers and sellers in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Her goal is to be a trusted advisor to help navigate the ever-changing world of home ownership with good advice, solid market knowledge, customer service and attention to detail. Please call to set up an appointment for a free half-hour consultation.
Cribbage: Fridays, 3–5 p.m. and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Join this lively group, experienced players will assist with refreshing your game play. Free.
Set Back: Tuesdays, 1–3:30 p.m. Free.
Music Jam, Back in Time: Wednesdays,11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Bring your instrument and join in. Music from 60s–80s. Open to any type of musicians. Free.
Makers Club: Mondays at 10 a.m. Bring your latest project to work on and enjoy some great conversation. Free.
History Revisited: Tuesdays,10 a.m.–12 p.m. Jerry Perkins, former professor and high school history instructor, has a way of bringing history to life. Join this informative and fun view of events from pre-Columbian times to the present. Class attendees will have the opportunity to request specific subjects to review. Free.
Camera Club: Monday, April 1 at 7 p.m. For photography enthusiasts, each month a different topic of interest is discussed. Annual membership is $10.
Women’s Breakfast: Wednesday, April 3 at 8:30 a.m., with program at 9 a.m. Cost: $5.
Men’s Breakfast: Friday, April 12 at 8:30 a.m., with program at 9 a.m. Cost: $5.
Health and Wellness
Chair Massage: Tuesdays, April 2, 16 and 30, 10 a.m.–12:45 p.m. by appointment only. Bev offers 15-minute chair massages for $10.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic: Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. No appointment needed. Courtesy of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association. Held in the Senior Center Community Room.
Healthy Minds: By appointment only. Situations such as the death of a loved one, failing health or strained family relationships can be daunting to face alone. Working with a marriage and family therapist may help you move forward with the better part of life. To schedule a confidential appointment, call 860-844-5350.
Exercise Programs
See current Center Life newsletter for cost of exercise programs.
Gentle Movement: Mondays at 11:15 a.m. Next session: April 1–May 20. This class will gently increase your strength, help your ability to balance and provide stretching to maintain and increase mobility. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. Next session: April 2–May 28. Enhanced breathing, seated and standing classic Yoga poses, plus balance training and core strengthening. Guided meditation finishes the class in a calm and relaxing manner. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Yoga: Thursdays at 4 p.m. Next session: April 2–May 28. Strength building sequences, standing and on the mat. Includes balance and Pilates floor work. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Chi Gong–Virtual: Wednesdays, 9–9:45 a.m. Next session: April 3–May 29. Chi Gong helps us to feel grounded, nurtured and relaxed so that the body’s energy can be naturally directed to help our organs function optimally, create flexibility in the muscles, suppleness in the joins and bring balance to our emotions. Beneficial to all skill levels. Instructor: Mary Ellen Mullins.
Line Dancing with Jim: Each Wednesday,1:30–2:30 p.m. Currently in session. Instructor Jim Gregory has been teaching dance full-time for 40 years. His expertise will have you learning the steps in no time and having a blast too. This class is for beginners to advanced dancers.
Tai Chi Yang Style 24 Forms 1-6: Wednesdays, 2:45–3:45 p.m. Next session: April 3–May 29. This class is suitable and encouraged for beginners. Tai Chi is a practice that involves a series of slow, gentle, low impact movements, a relaxed, meditative mind set and controlled breathing. People of all ages, especially seniors can benefit from Tai Chi such as improved balance, flexibility, and increased energy. The balanced work of Tai Chi can also help reduce inflammation, improve mental health, chronic pain and increase longevity. It takes time and a commitment to learn Tai Chi as the forms are linked together and
progressive. This first session focuses on Forms 1-6. Instructor, Mary Ellen Mullins.
Tai Chi/Qi Gong: Thursdays at 9 a.m. Next session: April 4–May 30. Continuing the forms, this class will move on to learn Forms 9–12 of the Yang style Tai Chi. The first half of class will consist of Qi Gong warmups that are suitable for abilities. Experience in first eight forms required to participate. Instructor, Mary Ellen Mullins.
Everybody’s Exercise: Thursdays, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Currently in session. Suitable for anyone and everyone! This class will include strength and weights, some cardio, balance and flexibility. All movements can be modified for chair or standing. Mary will personalize your routine based on current flexibility, strength, etc. Instructor, Mary Root.
All About Balance: Thursdays at 2:45 p.m. Currently in session. This class focuses on strength for balance efficiency, such as squats, handheld weight maneuvers, and walking drills, as well as core conditioning. Instructor, Paula Pirog.