The Bethel Senior Center van is now

taking appointments

Our Mission Since 1977 our community's mature citizen, 50 years and older, can find a multipurpose facility at the Bethel Senior Center. It is our mission to provide opportunities for friendship, physical, intellectual, cultural, and social activities; to motivate individual and group participation; to encourage positive attitudes and preserve individual dignity and respect for all older adults.

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Contact Information First Selectman….………... Mr. Matt Knickerbocker Director......................................................... Lisa Plumb Assistant Director ............................. Rosemary Cywin Senior Aide ............................................ Marie Zappala Senior Aide ............................................. Joan Simpson Commissioner on the Aging ........................ Al Barney Municipal Agent .......................................... Lisa Plumb Phone .................................. (203) 792-3048; 794-8593 Fax ......................................................... (203) 744-3812 Email ........................................... Plumbl@bethel-ct.gov

Important Numbers and Meetings: Sweetheart Bus Reservations………...203-748-2511 Meals on Wheels……………………….203-628-7540 Friends of the BSC Meeting…………………………….

(2nd Monday every other month; 10:30 a.m.) Commission on Aging Meeting………………………...

(2nd Monday of the Month; 2:30 p.m.) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (S.N.A.P.)

(every 2nd Thursday, 9 a.m.—1 p.m.) Bethel Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure Clinic

(2nd Friday of the month, 10:30 a.m.)

In This Issue Important Numbers, Meetings, Events...…. Page 1 New & Special Programs, Lunch & Learn ….Page 3 Activities & Programs ……. ………………….Page 4 News, Weekly Schedule, Movies…..….……...Page 5 Information……………..………………………...Page 6 Trips, Special Events, Closings……………..Page 8

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Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center, 1 School Street, Bethel, CT. 06801. Website: Bethel-ct.gov; Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm.

1 School Street • Bethel, CT • (203) 792-3048 | AUGUST / SEPTEMBER - Issue 41

New Trip! Christmas Spectacular at

Radio City , NYC - Nov. 18

Enjoy a Holiday getaway starring the famous New York City

Rockettes! The show is an American tradition with exciting seg-ments, special effects, favorite tradi-

tional sights and songs. You will have extra time to shop, enjoy lunch on your own and take in the beautiful NYC

sights. Bus departs at 7:30 am and departs from NYC at 4 pm. Tickets, include the bus, $95./per person.

Checks made payable to Bethel Parks & Recreation.

BETHEL

Seniors on the GO!

Senior PICNIC at Holiday Hill , Cheshire Monday, August 21 from 9 am - 4 pm.

Unlimited buffet including clam chowder, hot dogs & cheeseburgers, mashed potatoes, baked beans, cole slaw, garden salad, corn on the cob, watermelon, apple pie, cake. There is bocci, raffles, ping pong, entertainment, raffles, dancing, singing, mini golf, ice cream, heated pools, bingo games, beer & soda. $50. includes transpor-tation & admission to the picnic.

Bethel Senior Center ‘Members Only’ Picnic - 9/22

All members are invited to our annual picnic

at Bennett Park in Bethel on 9/22 from 11 am

- 3 pm. The day is filled with entertainment,

games, raffles, food , and fun! Tickets are $5.

plus a dessert and are only sold in advance to current mem-

bers. Space is limited so purchase your ticket today.

The new BSC van will be available to Bethel

residents 50+ years to go to medical appointments,

shopping, and social trips. Need a ride to

the BSC? Call us!

VIKING RIVERBOAT CRUISE: Meeting 9/19; 10 am

Anyone interested should attend.

HALLOWEEN PARTY Friday, October 20 at the Bethel Senior Center from 12 noon - 2:30 pm. $ 8.

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Entertainment Series & Lunch & Learn Programs

Lunch & Learn programs provide a free

lunch during a presentation to the first

30 members that sign up. No additional

lunch is served. Members are asked to

stay for the entire presentation as a courtesy to our

presenter.

8/11- Carolyn finch presents “Laugh Out Loud!”

Lunch (hot dogs - $3.) will be served at 11:45 and the pres-

entation will begin from 12:15 to 1 pm.

8/25 - Carribean Party Barbecue food and a band, $ 5.

9/ 1 - Bethel Health Care; 9/8 Dr. Markowicz will do

Bone Density Testing; 9/15 Catherine McGrath

presents “Saving money on a fixed income”

9/29 Pam Blecker , Real Estate agent.

CANASTA WORKSHOP Come learn Canasta in a casual friendly

setting. Beginners welcome!

Pre-registration required. Free.

Tuesday afternoons, 1 pm.

NEW! Line Dance Class for Beginners: Thursdays

1 pm - Line Dance, Advanced Class,

$3./ class

2 pm - Line Dance, Beginner Class,

$3./class

Bethel Senior Center Membership All Bethel residents are welcome to join the Bethel Senior

Center for free. There is a new membership form that we

need all members to complete. Please stop by the office or

telephone us and we will be happy to mail it to you.

All non Bethel residents must complete a new membership

form and pay the $20. annual membership fee to attend the

BSC, and/or participate in programs or trips.

Bethel Senior Center

New & Exciting...

Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop

free. Over six weeks, participants learn to reduce stress,

improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings,

make tough decisions and locate helpful resources. If

you are caring for a loved one, have cared for a loved

one in the past, or would like to learn techniques how

to best care for yourself and others, this class is for

you. Limited seating – Free – Sign up in advance.

Thursdays, 9:30 am – 11 am. The next session

begins 10/5/17. (No class 10/12/17)

Handmade Card Making Class Use your creativity by making your

own greeting cards using rubber

stamps, embossing, sizzix frames,

decorations and more! Never done it? Not sure how?

No problem! Samples on display, materials provided

and basic instructions given. Every Tuesday at 1 pm

in the Craft Room. $2.00 / make 4 - 6 cards each week.

New! Quilting Beginner’s Workshop Back by popular demand! Mary Smith has once again agreed to teach a work-shop where participants may learn new skills by creating simple quilt projects. 4 week workshop for $10./plus supplies.(9/13, 20, 27, 10/4) Pre-register req’d.

New! PICKLEBALL SENIOR LEAGUE

Starting 9/14 Pickleball is the new sport for seniors (and everyone else!) that has taken off in the country! A certified trainer

will instruct you how to play. The rules are simple and the game is easy to learn for beginners, but can easily develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Please call the Senior Center for more information. $125./9 weeks.

NEW!! POTTERY CLASS New class starting 9/5 Focusing on hand building

techniques with clay. $5./class includes tools, Instruction, clay, glazes, & firing. (great deal!)

Tues., from 1:30 pm. - 3:30 pm. (Begins 9/7) PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED in advance.

New! SEWING CLASS 4-week beginner program to

learn the basics of sewing. Learn to make a pillowcase,

tote bag, apron, and a home décor project. No sewing

machine at home? No problem! Come in to the

Senior Center and use ours. Classes are 2

hours on Tuesday from 10 am - 12 noon. $60./4 weeks (four 2 hour classes) Begins 9/5.

Celebrate Grandparents Day

with free Ice Cream Sundaes! Friday, Sept. 8, 2 pm. Please register in

advance so we’re sure to have enough.

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Activities & Programs…

AARP Safe Driving Course Thurs., 8/17. 9 am – 1 pm. $15 members/ $20. non-members. Adult Meditative Coloring, Mondays, 10 am - 12 noon. Free. Art Class-Thurs.,12:30 -3:30 pm. Work on any painting or drawing using the medium of your choice. $3. Astrology - Fri., 9:30 am - 11 am. Classes are not in session for the summer. Begins again 9/29. Free. Bible Study-Taught by one of our members, a bible book or verse is discussed each week. Free on Wed. at 10:30 am. Billiards-Mon. at 10 am. Please call to reserve the table. Bingo - Open to all. $2.30 (in dimes) Fri., 1:15 pm. Board Games - Anytime throughout the week. Bridge- Wed. / Fri. at 12:30 pm. .50 cents to play. NEW! Canasta Workshop A card game played Tues.,1 pm., Free. Come, give it a try! Pre-registration required. New! Card Making Make your own greeting cards. Tues. Free. 1 pm. Ceramics- There's an awful lot of laughing coming from the studio when ceramics is in session. If you want to have fun and be creative...this is the class for you! $ 3/class. Includes all paints/stains and firing. Classes held Mon/Tu/Th. from 9 am- 12 noon. Chair Yoga-Chair Yoga is great for those having difficulty getting down on the floor or need a chair to hold on to. Chair Yoga is a key way to strengthen your body in a controlled, safe manner. Wed. at 10 am., Fri.,11am. $ 2/class. Chorus- Wed. at 10 am. Free. (Sept. - June) Circuit Training- Nautilus equipment plus exercise stations throughout the room. Timed sessions. 10:15 am-Tu./Thurs. $3. Computer-This free course is individualized to what you want to learn. Members may sign up for a one-month session. Mon.,1 p.m. Limited seating. Please sign up in the office. Free. (starts Sept.) Country Dance-Fri. at 10:30am is the time to do-si-do, swing your partner, and enjoy both square and line dances with a group of upbeat, fun participants. Only $2. Creative Writing-Tap into your creative talents by penning your thoughts or stories. Led by a passionate writer, this group meets Mondays at 2:00 pm. $ 3./class. Crochet & Knit-A lively group of ladies crochet and knit for our annual holiday shoppe as well as a variety of charity work. The yarn is provided. All you need to do is show up! Thursdays at 9:30 am. Free. New! Basic DRAWING CLASS Wed., 9:30—11 am, 4

weeks. $5./week + supplies. Another new class will begin in SEPTEMBER. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Genealogy-Members may sign up for this popular course, on a 1-month basis, held on Tues. at 11 am. Search your family tree under the instruction of Kevin Cleary. Members have

found out interesting facts and relatives they didn't know they had! Limited seating available. Free.

Italian Class-Wed.,1 pm the Italian class learns Italian words, history, & culture. Annual trip to Italy – optional. Fee - $3. Line Dancing- New dances each week! Our instructor will amaze you with her energy and enthusiasm. Join us Thurs. from 1 pm - 2 pm.,Advanced class; 2-3 pm for a Beginner Class. $3./class. A great leg exercise! Massages - The menu of services is available in the office. Offered every other Monday. Massages are by appointments only. A fee is charged. Movie Matinee on Mondays; - Best deal in town...free movies and popcorn/candy available for sale. A relaxing way to spend an afternoon. Please see page 5 for a list of all movies shown. 1 pm. Piano Lessons-Have you always dreamt of playing the piano but never had the chance to take lessons? We have a very patient teacher who is encouraging and she makes it all seem so easy. $60/4 weeks. The private lesson is 30 minutes on Fridays. Pottery - Hand building with instruction. Tools, glazes, firing all included for $5./class. Tues., 1:30 - 3:30 pm. Begins 9/7.

Quilting-Thurs. at 1 pm. Members meet to work on a seasonal quilt as well as a Quilt of Valor for our Veterans. Reikki - Tuesdays from 10 - 12

noon. $25./ 30 min. Please call the office for an appointment. Set Back- Tues. afternoon at 1 pm; experienced player or beginner, we would love for you to join! Come, give it a try! Seniorcize-One of our most popular programs. Get back in good shape, move to great music. Members love this program. You can too! Tues/Thurs from 9-10 am. $2. Sewing - (Beginner class) 4-weeks, Tuesday, 10 am - 12, $60. Sewing for Charity - Make sweet dresses with our fabric and supplies. The dresses are sent to the poor. Free. No experience necessary! Wed., 9:30 - 11 am. Spanish Class- Mon. 10-10:45 am. $4. (Begins in Sept.)

Tai Chi-Tai Chi, is a mind-body practice in

complementary & alternative medicine. Many

people practice tai-chi to improve their health and well-being

Th., 11:15 am.;

$3/class monthly fee; $4/walk-in fee.

Toastmasters-Tuesdays at 12 the group meets to learn to

perfect their public speaking skills. Free.

Wii Bowling – Tuesday, 9 am – 11 am. $2.00

Writing Your Memoirs-Each week a topic will be discussed

encouraging you to pursue writing about that time in your

life. Guest speakers occasionally. Friday, 1:00 p.m., Free.

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is readying a fraud prevention initiative that removes Social Security numbers from Medicare cards to help combat identity theft, and safeguard taxpayer dollars. The new cards will use a unique, randomly-assigned number called a Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI), to replace the Social Security-based Health Insurance Claim Number (HICN) currently used on the Medicare card. CMS will begin mailing new cards in April 2018 and will meet the congressional deadline for replacing all Medicare cards by April 2019. June 2017, CMS kicks-off a multi-faceted outreach campaign to help providers get ready for the new MBI. “We’re taking this step to protect our seniors from fraudulent use of Social Security numbers which can lead to identity theft and illegal use of Medicare benefits,” said CMS Administrator Seema Verma. “We want to be sure that Medicare beneficiaries and healthcare providers know about these changes well in advance and have the information they need to make a seamless transition.” Providers and beneficiaries will both be able to use secure look up tools that will support quick access to MBIs when they need them. There will also be a 21-month transition period where providers will be able to use either the MBI or the HICN further easing the transition.

Movies All movies for the months

of August & September are listed below. All movies begin at 1 pm. & are free to all members. AUGUST: 7 Bobby - A movie about

Robert Kennedy; 14 - Old Dogs (Hilarious family comedy with John Travolta and Robin Williams)

REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE MONDAY

9 Zumba

9-12 Scrapbooking

10 Spanish

10 Meditative Coloring

10 Billiards

1 Movie (see list below)

1 Computer

2 Creative Writing

TUESDAY 11 Wii Bowling

9 Seniorcise/Ceramics

10 Circuit Training

11 Genealogy

12 Toastmasters

1 Pokeno/Card Making

1 Set Back / Canasta

1:30 Pottery

WEDNESDAY 9 Zumba 9:30 Drawing

9:30 Sewing 4 Charity 10:30 Bible Study 10 Chorus/ Chair Yoga 11 Yoga 12:30 Bridge 1 Italian 1:30 Crafts

THURSDAY 9 Seniorcise/Ceramics 9:30 Knit/Crochet 10:15 Circuit Training 10 Canasta/Cribbage 11:15 Tai Chi 12:30 Art Class 1 Quilting/ Line Dance 2 Beginning Line Dance

FRIDAY 9 Zumba 9-12 Piano Lessons 9:30 Astrology 10:30 Country Dance 11 Chair Yoga 12 Yoga 12:30 Bridge 1 Write Your Memoirs 1:15 Bingo/ Board Games

AUGUST Movies continued: 21 -The Greatest Game Ever Played (Golf movie based on a true story); 28 -A Dog’s Purpose SEPTEMBER MOVIES: 11- Hidden Figures; 18 Larry Crowne (Tom Hanks & Julia Roberts are academy award winners in this romantic, optimistic comedy) 25 -Good Will Hunting

Did you sign up for

our ‘Members Only

picnic at

Bennett Park?

Holiday Shop (Start Sept.) We are planning… Tuesdays at 1 pm:

Cookie Making. We need help!

Also, we are taking donations of

Cookie trays, and items we can

use in our raffles & tag sale.

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VA Caregiver Support

is available! Did you

know that Veterans

who require a caregiver

may be eligible for up

to 30 days of respite

care each year? Care

can be offered in a

variety of settings:

in your home, at a

VA community living

center, at a

VA-contracted

community residential

care facility, or at an

adult day health care

center. See below for

information!

To see if you are eligible

for respite care services,

1-855-260-3274, or you

can visit this website

https://

www.caregiver.va.gov/

REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE MONDAY

9 Zumba

10 Spanish

10 Meditative Coloring

1 Billiards

1 Ping-Pong

1 Movie

1 Computer

2 Creative Writing

TUESDAY 11 Wii Bowling

9 Seniorcise/Ceramics

10-12 Reikki

10 Circuit Training

11 Genealogy

12 Toastmasters

1 Pokeno

1 Set Back

WEDNESDAY 9 Zumba

9:30 Sewing 4 Charity 10:30 Bible Study 10 Chorus 10 Chair Yoga 11 Yoga 12:30 Bridge 1 Billiards/Italian 1:30 Crafts

THURSDAY 9 Seniorcise/Ceramics 9:30 Knit/Crochet 10:15 Circuit Training 10 Canasta/Cribbage 11:15 Tai Chi 12:30 Art Class 1 Quilting/ Line Dance

FRIDAY 9 Zumba 9-12 Piano Lessons 9:30 Astrology 10:30 Country Dance 11 Chair Yoga 12 Yoga 12:30 Bridge 1 Write Your Memoirs 1:15 Bingo/ Board Games

Next Caregiver Course at BSC: 10/5/17

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SEPT 5 Mohegan Sun Casino, $25.

7 Annie - Westchester Dinner Theatre, $89.

20 Big E State Fair, CT Day, $40.

22 “Members Only” Picnic at Bennett Park, $5.

25-29 Virginia Beach & Colonial Williamsburg

OCT 19 Annie Get Your Gun at Westchester

Dinner Theatre, $89.

24 OctoberFest at Krucker’s, $89.

NOV 3-4 Holiday Shoppe at the Senior Center

15 Foxwoods Casino, $25.

DEC 8 Holiday Party at Michael’s at the Grove

Please note the change of date: The Mohegan Sun

trip originally scheduled for Tues., 9/12/17 has

BEEN CHANGED TO: New Date: Tuesday, 9/5/17.

Monday, 9/4/17, Labor Day Friday, 9/22/17 Bethel Senior Center Picnic

TRIPS & Special Events ! New Trips !

Fri., Sept. 22, 11 am - 2 pm

Mon., Oct. 2, 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Fri., Oct. 20, 11:30 am- 2:30 pm

Fri., Oct. 27, 10 am - 1 pm

Additional clinics will be announced at BSC

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Sept. 25 – 29 Virginia Beach/ Colonial Williamsburg

NEW FOR 2018! VIKING RIVERBOAT CRUISE Nov. 27, 2018 - Dec. 7, 2018. including the Christmas

Markets, transfers from Bethel, flight, meals, &

excursions. More information, prices and a complete

itinerary is available at the BSC. Limited space & it is

filling up! $ 500. deposit required.

‘JESUS’ IS COMING to Lancaster, PA at the

beautiful Sight & Sound Theatre. Be the first to see this

new show! Visit Kitchen Kettle Village, Casey Jones

Restaurant, have a tour through the Amish Farmlands, &

Amish Quilt & Craft Shop. Prices and information is

available at the BSC. May 15-16, 2018.

Bethel Senior Center closing FLU CLINICS all held at BSC