June 2024

June at a Glance

Tues., June 4, 1pm - Board Game Group at Staying Put

Thurs., June 6, 5pm - 7:30pm - The Summer Soirée at Waveny House

Fri., June 7, 21, 28 - 11am - Walk at Irwin Park with Kate

Tues., June 11, 10am - Men's Coffee at Staying Put

Wed., June 12, 11:30am - Katonah Art Museum and Lunch

Tues., June 25, 10am - Ladies' Coffee at Staying Put

Wed., June 26, 12pm - Let's Talk About It at Staying Put with Lunch

Thurs., June 27, 12pm - Lunch at Grace Farms

Welcome New Member!

Susan Engel

RSVP BY MAY 30TH!

Great Raffle Prizes at The Summer Soirée!

All Thanks to Local Businesses and Residents

Supporting Staying Put

Please call the office at 203-966-7762 with any questions about the raffle.

Don't forget to call Staying Put at 203-966-7762 to sign up for member events. Please RSVP!

MEMBER EVENTS

Tues., June 4, 1pm: Board Game Group. Led by member Barbara Faris, come enjoy snacks while playing board games like Scrabble and Yahtzee with your Staying Put friends. Free. RSVP by Mon, June 3rd.

Fri., June 7, 21, 28th, 11am: Irwin Park Walk with Kate. Come enjoy a lovely walk with Kate. Please meet in the lower parking lot at Irwin Park and don't forget your sneakers and water bottle. Note - this is for active members with no mobility issues. There is no walk on June 14th. Free. RSVP by Thursday prior.

Tues., June 11, 10am: Men's Coffee at Staying Put. Join Staying Put friends for coffee, treats and good conversation. Free. RSVP by Mon., June 10th.



Wed., June 12, 11:30am. Tour of Katonah Museum of Art. Enjoy a docent led tour of the exhibit: There is a Body: Legacy of the Ancestral Arts in the 21st Century, followed by an outdoor lunch at the museum. Free. RSVP by Mon., June 10th.

Tues., June 18, 6pm: The Sandwich Generation Series: Demystifying Acute Care: Navigating Hospital Stays. Any hospital stay brings a certain level of anxiety. Much of this derives from a fear of the unknown. Our panel will effort to demystify a hospital stay to ease some of those fears. They will cover some general information about how a hospital works, who plays what role and how decisions are made, and discuss what to be prepared for, how to manage expectations and how to advocate for a senior loved one. Panelists: Geriatricians Dr. Tzivia Moreeen, Stamford Hospital and Dr. Alison McElhone, Stamford Health. Free. RSVP by Mon., June 17th.

Wed., June 26, 12pm: Let's Talk About It: The Name Game and Lunch with Kathy Blance. What's in a name? According to Shakespeare, not that much, as he wrote in Romeo and Juliet: “That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet."

But when it comes to everyday products and advertising, the name can be crucial to its success and the history behind it can be surprising!

We’ll look at what's behind the name of some well-known products, the power of branding, and how the original brand name can morph into the common way to refer to a product OR an action (are you ‘googling’ that right now?). This program was originally scheduled in May but was postponed. Free. RSVP by Mon., June 24th.

Thurs., June 27, 12pm: Lunch at Grace Farms. Enjoy lunch with Staying Put friends while enjoying the view from the River Building at Grace Farms. Debit or Credit Card Only. RSVP by Tues., June 25th.

June

Member Birthdays

Jerry Camporine, Dick DePatie,

Gayle Findlay, Mimi Findlay,

Carlotta Garabedian, Joan Gray,

Carol Hollyday, Paul Richards, Andrew Sinn, Francie Thompson,

Miriam Thune, Jane Vanderzee, Ann Webb

Sign Up for First Selectman's Newsletter and Department Alerts

Sign up for the First Selectman's monthly newsletter as well as information about road closures, tree work, police activity, fire prevention, community center programming, local health issues and more. Go to newcanaan.info/alerts and register your contact information and select the topics of information that you would like to receive from the Town. If you need help signing up, please call Staying Put at 203-966-7762.

New Canaan Fire Department

Emergency Access Lock Box

New Canaan residents can order an emergency access lock box through New Canaan Fire Marshall, Paul Payne. Tamper proof boxes range in sizes and hold keys which can be accessed by the Fire Department if there is an emergency. Boxes start at $309 and up. For more information, please call the Fire Marshall's office at 203-594-3030.

Ballet performance of Cinderella

Performed by the New England School of Dance

Sunday June 9th at 4:00pm

at the New Canaan High School

New England School of Dance has donated 10 tickets for this performance for Staying Put members. If interested in attending, please call our office at 203-966-7762, tickets will be given out at a first come, first served basis. For more information about this performance, please go to: neadance.com

The Staying Put Lending Library

Need a great book to read this summer? Visit our library of recently published books, which has been carefully curated by Staying Put members. Check out books Monday through Thursday from 9am to 5pm and Fridays 9am to 1pm.

CarFit

The Inn at Waveny LifeCare Network

Friday, June 14th, 10am to 2pm

There's a lot more to safe driving than how you drive. Having the proper fit inside your vehicle can make a big difference and help protect you and those around you. With CarFit, an educational program developed by AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association, you’ll get information and resources on how you can enhance your safety in the driver’s seat. To make an appointment for this free service, call Heather at 203-594-5419.

Hello From Kate

Do you remember the days when you would go to your mom for every minute detail of your life: To show her that little cut on your finger, or the tiny ant carrying that giant crumb on its back, or the disagreement you had with your friend over what poison ivy looks like (for the record: Leaves of three, leave them be). I recall that phase well because I am also deeply in that phase of motherhood right now. Just like when I was a kid, Adelaide (for now) comes to me for anything and everything. A scraped toe? I know which toe, and the exact coordinates of the incident within seconds. A Cheerio that isn’t in the shape of an “o”? I’ve seen more “u”s, “c”s and “n”s than General Mills would care to admit. I am her resource, her guru, her guide. And most importantly, while I might not be able to heal every wound, or close every Cheerio gap, I understand the larger picture at play. Having been in her role before I know that she is seeking both validation and solutions. I am her problem solver. And I love it because with each puzzle she confronts, I am able to equip Adelaide with the tools to start developing her own elucidations.

 We do such a good job of teaching independence to our children that the thought of not having the answer or ability to problem solve seems untenable. But there are going to be times when we can’t find the answer such as, when is that Ice Cream Social at the Historical Society? (June 2!), Or will the swap shop take my kids' old stuffed animals (no!) or unused serving platters (yes!)? Or the vocabulary to absorb and understand a new piece of technology (it’s not you, it just takes practice). Here is where Staying Put is your resource, your guru, your guide. We might not have all the answers, but we sure know how to find the answer for you. Between the staff, volunteers and our relationships within the town, you can come to us for what might feel like the silliest of questions. And guess what? We love it. That is why we are here. 

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Ice Cream Social

, Sunday, June 2, 1pm – 3pm

The New Canaan Museum and Historical Society

This free event includes music by the Town Band, historic games with prizes for the children, antique car show featuring "The People's Choice Awards" and of course, ice cream and cake! 

Worldwide Knit in Public Day

Saturday, June 8, 10am to 2pm

New Canaan Farmer's Market

Calling all knitters! Come to the market with your knitting, a chair and talk to other knitters and share your knowledge. Also collecting unwanted yarns, yarn projects and a contest for those who show their finished projects.

Waveny 2024 Summer Concert Series

Wednesdays, June - September, 7pm -9pm

Raindate on Thursdays

Bring your own blanket or chair and enjoy a free concert at Waveny Park.

Lapham Center Programs

Call 203-594-3620 for more information and to RSVP.

Wed., June 6, 1pm-3pm: Tech Help with the Interns.

Need help navigating social media? Want to learn more about helpful apps? Call to make a 15-minute appt. for help with any tech issues. Free.

Thurs., June 6, 20, by appointment: Free Medicare Counseling. Medicare counselor, Dick Neville, can guide you through enrolling in Medicare, choosing a Medicare supplement plan and a Part D prescription drug plan, and understanding the Medicare Advantage Plans. Free.

Mon., June 10, 24, 11:15am - 12:15pm: Blood Pressure Clinic.

In person clinic. Call to schedule an appointment. Free.

Fri, June 14, 11am - 12pm: Health Talks with Shannon and Ellen. Coffee, conversation and snacks with Shannon and Ellen from

New Canaan Health Department. Free.

Staying Put in New Canaan Services and Staff

Our Team is Here for You

We provide New Canaan seniors with a wide range of practical services and social connections - from rides to helping with errands, minor home repairs and technology, to brightening the day with a call or visit - all making it easier for seniors to live confidently at home and stay engaged in the community.

Gina Z. Blum, Executive Director

director@stayingputnc.org

Kate Brambilla, Manager of Member Services

members@stayingputnc.org

Robin Bates-Mason, Manager of Events & Volunteers

events@stayingputnc.org

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday, 9am to 5pm

Friday, 9am to 1pm

Please call us anytime

at 203-966-7762

Gina, Kate and Robin