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
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch, Wednesday, March 12 at noon. Everyone is Irish today! A wee bit of entertainment and traditional corned beef and cabbage! Entertainment by David Giardina and partner! Cost: $5
AARP Tax Program
Appointments available on Tuesdays (9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.) and Wednesdays (afternoon only) by appointment only. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. Tax-Aide volunteers are trained, and IRS certified every year. Appointment Priority to Granby Residents. Cost: free with active membership.
Lifelong Learning
Exercising Your Brain: Never Too Late. Thursday, March 13 at 1 p.m. “Whether a certain white bread “builds strong bodies eight ways” is debatable. Not up for debate is that exercise builds strong bodies in multiple ways – and strong minds, too. This program explores the exercise-mental health connection. What kinds of exercises alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress? Are only symptoms lifted, or does exercise diminish underlying causes of these disorders? What do we know about the science at work? Tina Riordan and Barbara Sanchez will identify different exercises and link them to specific mental well-being results.” This program has been custom designed to meet the unique needs of the Town of Granby Senior Center members. Free.
Instructors: Tina Riordan, PhD, is an assistant professor of Exercise Science at the University of Hartford. Dr. Riordan uses her blend of athletic trainer experience and a deep interest in psychology to improve the quality of life and work-life balance in helping professions.
Barbara Sanchez, PhD, an assistant professor of Exercise Science at the University of Hartford, specializes in kinesiology with a focus on women’s health, resistance training, and exercise physiology. Dr. Sanchez combines her academic expertise with practical experience to advance the understanding of female health and performance across the lifespan.
Trips
Shopping: West Farms: Monday, March 10, depart center at 9 a.m. Cost: $5.
Mohegan Sun: Monday, March 17, depart center at 8:45 a.m. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! What better way to test your luck! Hit the casino or shop ‘til you drop. Cost: $15.
Dine and Drive: Cheesecake Factory, West Hartford, Monday, March 31, depart center at 11 a.m. Cost: $5.
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, 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.
Cribbage: Fridays, 3–5 p.m. and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Come join this lively group. Experienced players will assist with refreshing your game play. Free.
Set Back: Tuesdays from 1–3:30 p.m. Free.
Music Jam, Back in Time: Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Bring your instrument and join in. Music from 60s to 80s. Open to any type of musician.! Free.
Makers Club: Mondays, 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 unique way of bringing history to life. Join this fun view of events from Pre-Columbian times to the present. Class attendees will have the opportunity to request specific subjects to review. Free.
ASK THE … Series
Ask the Attorney: Wednesday, March 5, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., by appointment at the Senior Center. Specializing in Elder Law. Please call to set up an appointment for a free half-hour consultation.
Ask the Realtor: Wednesday, March 12, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., by appointment only. Lifelong Granby resident, Judy Guarco has worked for more than 20 years representing both buyers and sellers. Her goal is always 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 30-minute consultation.
Ask the Registered Dietitian: Wednesday, March 19, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., by appointment only. Amy Woodman, registered dietitian from Farmington Valley Nutrition and Wellness, will meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to answer your nutrition questions.
Ask the Financial Advisor: Wednesday, March 26, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., by appointment only. Meet with Financial Advisor, Matthew Sondrini from The O’Brien Group for a free 30-minute consultation.
Health and Wellness
Chair Massage: Tuesdays March 4 and 18, 10 a.m.–12:45 p.m., by appointment only. Bev offers 15 minutes chair massages for $10.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic: Thursdays from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. No appointment needed. Held in the Senior Center Community Room. Courtesy of the Visiting Nurses and Hospice of Litchfield County.
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 our marriage and family therapist may help you move forward with the better part of life. To schedule a confidential appointment, call 860-844-5350.
Foot Care by Sarah: Wednesday, March 12 (full) and Wednesday, March 26 (Appointments available – added date), by appointment only. Sarah from Mobile Manicures will be here on the second Wednesday of every month for 30-minute foot care appointments. Cost: $35.
Exercise Programs
See current Center Life newsletter for session dates and costs.
Gentle Movement: Mondays, 11:15 a.m. This class will gently increase your strength, help your ability to balance, and provide stretching to maintain and increase mobility. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Total Body Tone: Mondays, 12:45–1:45 p.m. Class will consist of circuit style strength training/cardio using a variety of equipment like bands, weights, and steppers, etc. Each class will be different to keep our muscles guessing, keep it interesting and most importantly to keep it fun! Class will include chair and standing exercises. Instructor: Michelle Rancourt.
Chair Yoga: Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. 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, 4 p.m. Strength building sequences, standing and on the mat. Includes balance and Pilates floor work. Instructor, Paula Pirog.
Line Dancing with Jim: Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 p.m. 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. Instructor: Jim Greggory.
Everybody’s Exercise: Thursdays, 1:30–2:30 p.m. This exercise class is 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. Instructor Mary Root will personalize your routine based on current flexibility, strength, etc.
All about Balance: Thursdays, 2:45 p.m. 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.
Adult Fencing: Fridays, 11 a.m. Sport of Olympic Fencing is open for everyone with any physical abilities. Sport of Fencing does not have weight categories or age limits and there are fencing tournaments even in 90+ age groups. Fencing is an elegant and complex sport that makes your brain think fast and clearly, keeping it healthy and alert and it’s maintaining your motor skills in top condition throughout your life. Instructor: Coach Marc.