Bolton Senior Center
Prime Time: Online
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Thursday, January 14, 2021 |
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Keep In Touch! (860) 647-9196
Director: Carrie Concatelli, MSW
Administrative Assistants: Karen Frost & Pam Wentworth
Program Coordinator: Stephanie Crane
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Director’s Note
Dear Senior Center Friends,
You may have had a chance to hear the Governor speak on Monday about the next phase of vaccinations starting next week. This phase 1B will definitely include adults over the age of 75, and other groups have been considered for inclusion. Now, I know that so many of you at Bolton Senior Center like to tell me that you just happen to be celebrating your 39th birthday this year, so I guess that doesn’t apply to you. But just in case you have told a small fib about the number of candles you need, this information may be of great interest to you or a loved one. The staff at Bolton Senior Center will do our very best to communicate the most updated information.
The State of CT has not yet released all of the information at the time of this writing. But here is what we do know so far. The Governor has made it very clear that everyone will have an appointment scheduled so you will know exactly when and where you need to go. There will be both a telephone and online scheduling option but the exact details have not yet been released. Also, many of you will receive a phone call from a healthcare provider to help you schedule. A very important question to ask is how will you know if this is a scam call? This is an entirely free process, and as the Governor said, if anyone asks you for any money, hang up the phone. It was also stated that individuals are requested to NOT call their healthcare provider directly. As we get more specific information we will be happy to share and yes, we will also be providing transportation for those who need it.
Another frequently asked question has been about the tax preparation program. Ordinarily, we would be well into scheduling appointments by now. But this is not an ordinary year! More information will be coming shortly about the options available to you. We can assure you that you haven’t missed out!
I know I am once again asking for your patience as we move forward this winter and I also want to again encourage you to take as many precautions as you can. Our positive case numbers in Bolton have risen sharply the last few weeks and this is very devastating to see in our small town. We want you and your family to remain healthy!
Stay safe,
Carrie
Reminder: Town Offices are closed on Monday, January 18
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Senior Center Status
The Bolton Senior Center building remains closed to the public.
- Drop-off or pick-up items Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. only.
- The Food Pantry is available for pick-up and delivery: please call ahead.
- Transportation is available: please call ahead.
- Water Available! Plan ahead – Call us if you need some water to keep on hand!
- Energy Assistance is help paying for oil, propane, natural gas, pellets or electricity! Call ACCESS Community Access Agency at 860-450-7400 for more info. All Eversource customers are eligible for budget billing. Call 1-800-286-2828 to arrange. For more information or for assistance, call Bolton Social Services at 860-647-9196.
- Need delivery from Bentley Library? Tell Library staff when reserving your items.
- Borrow books or puzzles from the Senior Center! Call for more info.
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Free Zumba for seniors every Monday at 5:30 pm: email marle99us@gmail.com
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A Message from the Eastern Highlands Health District:
- Yes. Starting next week, residents age 75+ will be able to receive the COVID vaccination.
- It will be appointment-based and free.
- The State of CT will be releasing more information with details on how to schedule an appointment, either online or by phone sometime this week.
- At that time, the Governor’s office plans to give out a website for those who qualify to visit and a phone number to call to help set up an appointment if you’re able to do it online.
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Updated information can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/COVID-19-Vaccination---75-and-older
- Most vaccinations will occur in public clinics around the state, not in a doctor’s office.
- We ask all to be patient. The vaccination campaign will take some time. Appointments will not be readily available, particularly in the early weeks of this campaign.
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For information about which phase we are in and who is eligible for the vaccine in each phase go to: https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/covid-19%20vaccinations
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In Remembrance
The Bolton Senior Center staff is sad for the recent passing of Susan Ng. We are thinking of her family.
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Yoga with Lisa has a New Website!
Lisa has a new website!!
Starting January 11 all of Lisa’s classes can be found on her new website www.LisaGaumond.com! This is a one-stop spot for viewing her schedule, registering for classes, signing up for video memberships and buying individual class videos to watch on your own time.
Registration and payment all happens on www.LisaGaumond.com, and unless you decide to purchase a 10-class package or a video download, no password is needed!
If you had an outstanding class package on the last site (Vagaro) you should have gotten an email from Lisa with instructions on how to access your package on the new site. If you didn’t receive your email or if you still have questions, please reach out to her on Facebook or through email so she can get you settled.
There will be a new beginner class on Monday nights at 6 p.m.
All classes will be done over Zoom!
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The letters were brought over to the school today! The kids will be writing their replies in the next coming weeks.
More updates to follow!
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Virtual Zoom Bingo- February |
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The next Bingo event will be Thursday, February 4 from 11 – 12 p.m. over Zoom with Stephanie!
Email Stephanie at scrane@boltonct.org with the subject line “Bolton Bingo” or call us at 860-647-9196 and we will arrange a contactless pick up or delivery to bring a stack of printed bingo cards to you, and we will email you the Zoom invite for the game! If you are not sure how to use Zoom, shoot Stephanie an email or give us a call at 860-647-9196, to arrange a time to help you set up Zoom and practice with you so you feel more comfortable! Register by February 1st to play!
No computer? No worries- you can also call in with a telephone number.
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Adult ZOOM Book Discussion Series: “THE FUTURE IS HERE”
Today, Thursday, Jan. 14, 7:00 p.m.: “1984,” by George Orwell
Contact Bentley Memorial library at bentley@biblio.org or call (860) 646-7349 to reserve your copy and to receive the ZOOM link!
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Save the Date...
For a fun and enticing chocolate program with a twist! Learn about fun tea pairings as well as all things chocolate! Plan to join us on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Stay tuned for more details.
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Virtual Cooking Class for the entire family!
We have a great upcoming joint program with Senior Center, Bentley Memorial Library and the Recreation Department!
Join Shoprite nutritionist for a virtual cooking class January 21 at 5 p.m. We will be cooking sweet potato black bean chili.
Register with the Recreation Department for this free event to receive the list of ingredients needed and link to join in the class. Space is limited, registration is per household.
Hurry, registration closes on Monday the 18th!
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January remote learning classes with the Wethersfield Senior Center!
EDIT PHOTOS ON iPAD
TUESDAY, JANUARY 19 at 1 p.m.
Presented by Donna Brown- The edit tools in the Photos app allow you to make many different changes to your photos. Learn how to straighten, crop, and adjust your photos.
SHARE PHOTOS ON iPAD
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26 at 1 p.m.
Presented by Donna Brown- Learn how to save photos and videos from texts and emails and share your photos and videos with others. Learn how iCloud can be used to help with your photos.
MICROSOFT USER SETUP
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28 at 1 p.m.
Presented by Royal Graves- Do you share your Microsoft 10 computer with other users? Do you want more safety on the internet? Learn how to create and define Users on Windows 10 in this 1 hour Zoom class, plus 30 minutes for your questions.
Registration deadline for all classes is TWO WORKING DAYS before the class is scheduled.
One on One Technology Instruction
Even while the Senior Center is closed, the WCLC is offering individual instruction on:
- iPhones
- iPads
- Android phones
- Android notebooks and tablets
- Home computers, Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access)
* Sessions are based on your individual needs and questions.
* Volunteers are available to assist you remotely via phone and through
Video-conferencing applications.
* Sessions are up to one hour … remote sessions are FREE of charge.
* Donations to WCLC are always welcomed
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Did I read that sign right?
“TOILET OUT OF ORDER. PLEASE USE FLOOR BELOW”
In a Laundromat:
AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINES: PLEASE REMOVE ALL YOUR CLOTHES WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT
In a London department store:
BARGAIN BASEMENT UPSTAIRS
In an office:
WOULD THE PERSON WHO TOOK THE STEP LADDER YESTERDAY PLEASE BRING IT BACK OR FURTHER STEPS WILL BE TAKEN
In an office:
AFTER TEA BREAK STAFF SHOULD EMPTY THE TEAPOT AND STAND UPSIDE DOWN ON THE DRAINING BOARD
Outside a secondhand shop:
WE EXCHANGE ANYTHING - BICYCLES, WASHING MACHINES, ETC. WHY NOT BRING YOUR WIFE ALONG AND GET A WONDERFUL BARGAIN?
Notice in health food shop window:
CLOSED DUE TO ILLNESS
Spotted in a safari park:(I sure hope so)
ELEPHANTS, PLEASE STAY IN YOUR CAR
Seen during a conference:
FOR ANYONE WHO HAS CHILDREN AND DOESN'T KNOW IT, THERE IS A DAY CARE ON THE 1ST FLOOR
Notice in a farmer's field:
THE FARMER ALLOWS WALKERS TO CROSS THE FIELD FOR FREE, BUT THE BULL CHARGES
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A Poem for Peace
The last year has been a constant stream of anxiety and stress! Below is a poem that might distract us from the chaos of this world for a little!
When despair for the world grows in me
and I wake in the night at the least sound
in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be,
I go and lie down where the wood drake
rests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds.
I come into the peace of wild things
who do not tax their lives with forethought
of grief. I come into the presence of still water.
And I feel above me the day-blind stars
waiting with their light. For a time
I rest in the grace of the world, and am free.
-Wendell Berry
-The Bolton Senior & Social Services Staff
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