Swinging into September 2021 Call Staying Put at 203-966-7762 to sign up for member events. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 484, New Canaan, CT 06840

The Staying Put office will be closed from Monday, August 30 through Monday, September 6 for summer vacation and Labor Day. We'll reopen on Tuesday, September 7.

Member Events

Thursday, Sept. 9, 4 - 6 pm Lapham Center Patio RSVP by Tues., Sept. 7 Welcome to Staying Put New Member Cocktail Reception If you joined Staying Put between January 2020 and August 2021, you are invited to a cocktail reception to meet other new members.

We are monitoring the Covid situation and will make adjustments to our events as needed. Please know that your safety is our top priority at all times.

Tues., Sept. 14, 5-7 pm: Climbing Mount Everest with Sherm Bull. We'll gather at the Lapham Center for a delightful evening as Sherm shares his breathtaking adventure of summitting this 29,000 ft peak. Wine and nibbles. RSVP by Thurs., Sept. 9.

Wed., Sept. 15, 10:00 am: Ladies' Coffee.  Join us as we gather outside on the Staying Put Patio, 58 Pine St. We'll have coffee, snacks, and a fun time catching up with one another. Rain date Thurs., Sept. 16, 10:00 am. Free. RSVP by Mon., Sept. 13. Wed., Sept. 22, Noon: Lunch and Learn at Lapham - The NEW New Canaan Library. Hear about the latest developments and plans for the new Library building. Lunch will be provided. Free. RSVP by Mon., Sept. 20.

Tues., Sept., 28, Noon: Lunchon the Patio at La Vista Ristorante Italiano. Come and enjoy a delicious authentic Italian meal in the company of your Staying Put friends. Make your menu choice when you RSVP. $30. Mail check to Staying Put or call us with your credit card number. RSVP by Thurs., Sept. 23. Wed., Sept. 29, 10:00 am: Men's Coffee. Don't miss this monthly gathering filled with lively conversation, great treats and plenty of strong coffee. Rain date - Thurs., Sept. 30, 10:00 pm. Free. RSVP by Tues., Sept 28. 

Don't let transportation keep you from attending one of our events. Just give us a call at 203-966-7762 and we'll arrange for a driver to pick you up and get you back home. We look forward to having you with us!

TIP FROM NIC When was the last time you checked your medications for their expiration dates? Try to do this at least twice a year - January 1st and July 1st could be good dates. When checking the over-the-counter meds, don’t forget to look at things like the antibiotic ointment too. In terms of prescription meds, dispose of expired prescription medications by bringing them to the New Canaan Police Dept. and placing them in the specially marked box in the lobby.

September Birthdays

Sept. 5: Doris Munger Sept. 8: Fred Afragola, Sheila Rosenthal, and Gill Foster Sept. 11: Dick Ward Sept. 12: Peggy Hooker Sept. 15: Liz Taggart Sept. 16: Shirley Phelps Sept. 17: Bette Pauley Sept. 18: Carolyn Johnson Sept. 19: Ralph Hills Sept. 20: Florence Mirti Sept. 21: Patricia Greer Sept. 24: Rina McCouch Sept. 25: Anne Stein and Yolanda Gruseke Sept. 26: Betsey Doyle Sept. 27: Ruth Swanberg Sept. 28: Anne Snyder, Susan Ponte, and Trudi Yeager Sept. 29: Parry Grogan

Fun in the Fall

Age by Cathie Pike As a child and in mid life Age used to whisper in the background of activity You have time, time, time But at 81, Age has raised its voice It shouts NOW! NOW! NOW! The word echoes and reverberates My being must respond! NOW...Has arrived! Staying Put member Cathie Pike wrote this poem three years ago. She is a self-published author of the book entitled Generous Moments, Snapshots of Goodness on Ordinary Days. You can find a copy in the Staying Put's Simone Library along with books by other Staying Put members, Hud Stoddard, Jim D'Acosta and George Valchar. Stop by and browse our growing collection. Couscous Salad from Sue Scannell Ingredients 1 cup pearl couscous 1-1/2 cups frozen corn 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup mozzarella pearls 1 avocado, diced fresh basil or cilantro Dressing: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar 1-1/2 Tbsp honey 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard salt and pepper to taste Directions Char corn in skillet until thawed and slightly roasted. Cook couscous following package directions. Combine dressing ingredients in a jar, cover and shake until well mixed. Place cooled corn and couscous in large bowl. Add tomatoes, mozzarella, herbs, and avocado. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Enjoy immediately!

Happenings in the Community

Lapham Center Events Grand Reopening and 25th Anniversary Celebration Wed., Sept. 8, 1 pm Treats, 2 pm Presentation Women and the New Deal 7 Wednesdays, Sept. 15 - Oct. 27, 10:30 am Blood Pressure Clinic Mon, Sept. 13 and Fri., Sept 27 by appointment

Call 203-594-3620 to learn about additional activities or to register for an event.

Caffeine and Carburetors sponsored by Zumbach's Coffee  Pine Street and Elm Street Sunday, September 12 8-11:30 am Waveny Park Sunday, October 17

New Canaan History Museum's Fall Back into History Friday, September 17, 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Info and Tickets

Please call on us anytime at 966-7762 - Barb, Jenny, Kim, and Nic

Address: PO Box 484 New Canaan CT 06840 203-966-7762

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