December 2020
Dear Staying Put Members and Friends,
We hope you can "join" us for some
special events in December! 
Call us at 203-966-7762 to sign up!

Barb, Kim, and Nicola  
Tues., Dec. 1, 2 pm:  Zoom Lunch and Learn with Lapham: “Christmas with the Roosevelts!” Roosevelt Family Historian Jeff Urbin will use music, photos, humor, and stories to showcase how FDR and his family celebrated Christmas. Participants will have a Lunch delivered to their homes. Free. RSVP by Mon., Nov. 30.
Wednesday, December 2nd
HOLIDAY SURPRISE!
Watch for a Special Delivery on your Doorstep
This is one you won’t want to miss!
Mon., Dec. 7, 9:30 am: Zoom Men’s Coffee. Join Staying Put member Pete Stair as he hosts a virtual discussion. Make your own cup of coffee and enjoy the lively conversation. Free. RSVP.
Lunch “In” from the Roger Sherman Inn
Wednesday, December 9th
Staying Put’s Traditional Holiday Lunch
delivered to your home! 
Menu
First Course:
Choice of soup or salad
Second Course:
(select one)
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Stuffed Trout with Champagne Sauce and Basmati Rice
Beef Bourguignon served on a Bed of Fettuccine 
Dessert:
Choice of Dessert
$35 per person
Advance reservation and payment required by Mon., Dec. 7th 
This year we held our 12th Annual Meeting
(our first via Zoom!)
The meeting can be viewed on our website, just follow the link below
Tues., Dec. 15, 2 pm:  Zoom Lunch and Learn with Lapham: “A Visit to Ellis Island.” Enjoy a virtual tour of the New York Immigration Center where more than 12 million people entered America. Participants will have a Lunch delivered to their homes. Free. RSVP by Mon., Dec. 14.
Dede Bartlett
hosted a fabulous luncheon featuring her presentation
Celebrating the Women in Your Family
If you missed the luncheon, you can watch her presentation on our site
Don’t miss the Lighting of the Holiday Tree at Rockefeller Center
featuring five miles of lights!  
Wednesday, Dec. 2nd at 7 pm on NBC.
IN THE COMMUNITY
New Canaan Artisans Holiday Boutique at the Roger Sherman Inn. Mon., Nov. 23, 1 – 6 pm. Tues., Nov. 24, 10 am - 2 pm. Roger Sherman Inn. Exceptional handmade crafts for home or holiday gifts. Proceeds benefit local charities. Free.

“Deck The Walls!” at the Carriage Barn Art Center. Sun., Nov. 29 through Sat., Dec. 12. The 5th Annual holiday exhibit and fundraiser will feature one-of-a-kind holiday wreaths created and 
donated by local artists, designers, business groups, and community organizations. Free.

Exchange Club’s “Drive-Through Christmas Party” at Lapham. Thurs., Dec. 3, 11 am to noon. Drive up to a beautifully decorated Lapham Center, enjoy Christmas music, and receive a Holiday goodie bag from Santa! Santa’s Elves, Aggie and Lyn, will be on hand to share Holiday greetings. Free. 
Volunteer Shoppers are ready for you!

With the coronavirus on the rise and winter weather ahead, Staying Put urges all members to follow the guidelines and stay safe at home. If you do go out, please wear a mask and practice social distancing. 

Remember
volunteer shoppers are on hand to get your groceries
or whatever else you need.

Please call us to arrange for a shopper. 966-7762.
Please call on us anytime at 966-7762
- Barb & Nic
Address:
PO Box 484
New Canaan CT 06840
203-966-7762