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Engage. Play. Celebrate - Fall 2019 Town of Coventry: Parks & Recreation Senior Center - Coventry, CT
Town of Coventry:
                           Parks & Recreation
                                Senior Center
Engage. Play. Celebrate.          Fall 2019
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Engage. Play. Celebrate - Fall 2019 Town of Coventry: Parks & Recreation Senior Center - Coventry, CT
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Roa Alammari, MD, FACOG                                                        Table of Contents
                              Robert Gildersleeve, MD, FACOG
                                                                                      Special Events..................................................... 4
                                 Lesley Gumbs, MD, FACOG                                  6th Annual Coventry Scarecrow Contest!.........................4
                               Veronica Helgans, MD, FACOG                                Junior Patriot Race! ..................................................................4
                                                                                          CT Veterans Day Patriot Race ...............................................4
                                Yvette Martas, MD, FACOG                                  Letters to Santa..........................................................................5
                                                                                          Family Ice Fishing Class & Practice.......................................5
                               Devon Root, CNM, WHNP-BC                                   Coventry Tree Lighting............................................................5
      Hebron • Mansfield        Stephanie Welsh, CNM, DNP                             Youth programs................................................ 6
                                                                                          Recreation Daze, Before School & After
                                                                                           School Program........................................................................6
         Lifelong                                                                         Home Alone Safety for Kids...................................................6
                                                                                          2019-2020 Youth Basketball League...................................6

     Women’s Healthcare                                                                   Mighty Mite Basketball............................................................7
                                                                                      adult & Senior Fitness..................................... 8
             Adolescence                                                                  Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rentals......................................................8
                                                                                          Senior Center Fitness, Level 1................................................8
        Pregnancy • Menopause                                                             Simply Fit .....................................................................................8
                                                                                          Simply HITT . ...............................................................................8
                                                                                          All Levels Yoga @ Senior Center............................................9
                           860-450-7227 (phone)
                                                                                          All Levels Hatha Yoga ..............................................................9
                            860-450-7231 (fax)                                            Zumba Gold . ..............................................................................9
                                                                                          First Year Tai Chi........................................................................10
   A member of
                                        Find us on Facebook                               Intermediate Tai Chi................................................................10
                                        w w w. m a n s f i e l d o b g y n . c o m        Tai Chi Advanced Topics . .....................................................11
                                                                                          Daytime Tai Chi.........................................................................11
                                                                                          Sunday Morning Adult Soccer............................................11
                                                                                          Sunday Morning Men’s Basketball....................................11

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                                                                                          Beautiful Brooklyn...................................................................13
                                                                                          Roger Williams Spooky Zoo! . .............................................13
                                                                                          A Day on Your Own in New York City................................13
                                   Proudly Serving Our                                    It Happened One Christmas Eve .......................................13
                                Customers and Communities                             Senior center....................................................14
                                                                                          Health and Wellness Programs...........................................14
                                     for Over 26 Years.                                   Entertainment/Leisure/Social Activities . .......................15
    Tim Ackert, Manager                                                                   Veterans Day Tribute .............................................................15
                                                                                          Veteran’s Coffee Hour.............................................................15
  New Construction • Renovations & Additions                                              Weekly Groups & Classes: ....................................................15
     • Residential and Commercial                                                         Technology................................................................................16
                                                                                          AARP Safe Driving Course....................................................16
     • CATV, Phone & Computer Internet Wiring                                             Flu Clinic......................................................................................16
                                                                                          CHOICES Health Insurance Counseling...........................16
     • Generator Hook-ups, Remodeling & Repairs
                                                                                          What’s New with MEDICARE for 2020..............................16
     • Wiring of A/C Units                                                                Monthly Luncheons................................................................16
                                                                                          Coventry Rides Transportation Program.........................17
          Service Upgrades & Replacements                                             general information............................... 18-19
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Special Events
7th Annual Coventry Scarecrow                                                                           Junior Patriot Race!
Contest!                                                                                           Join Coventry Parks & Recreation as we join forces with the
Scarecrows Wanted!                                                                                 CT Veteran’s Patriot Race for a fun kids event! Pre-Register
                                Open to all families,schools & businesses                          and get a FREE TShirt! Every kid gets a prize! Refreshments
                                in Coventry. Register to create your                               available.
                                very own scarecrow to put on display                               Two Events Offered: • 100 Yard Dash: Ages 4 & Under
                                at the Town Green by Dunkin’ Donuts.                               		                      • 1 Mile Run: Ages 4+
                                No fee to enter a scarecrow and 1st
                                place winners from each category will                              Date:		                 Saturday, November 9th
                                win a prize! This is a great opportunity                           Time:		                 9:15am
                                to; get creative with family and friends,
                                work on teamwork in the classroom or                               Location:		             Patriots Park
                                advertise your business!                                           Registration Fee:       100 Yard Dash: $7 Per Child
                                                                                                   		                      1-Mile Run: $12 Per Child
Voting!
We want you to vote for your favorite! The scarecrows with the                                     Registration Website: www.coventryct.org
most votes from the categories of family, school and businesses
will be declared the winner and will be announced on our
Facebook page on November 8th. “Like” us on Facebook for
more info and to view the album of entries!
Registration Deadline: Thurs., 10/10 BY NOON
Set Up: 		               Fri., 10/11 – Mon., 10/14
Voting Period: 		        Wed., 10/16 – Thurs., 11/8

    Introducing our New Executive Chef                                                                  CT Veterans Day Patriot Race

    SALVATORE
                                                                                                   The Connecticut Veterans Day Patriot Race is a fun and
                                                                                                   motivating event in our state to recognize and honor our
                                                                                                   brave men and women who have served. All veterans and

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                                                                                                   their families know about sacrifice​ and patriotism a​nd
                                                                                                   this event is an opportunity to celebrate and support the
                                                                                                   veteran organizations ​who serve them. You do not need to
                                                                                                   be a military veteran to participant. Enjoy the USTAF/RRCA
                                                                                                   certified 4-mile Patriot Race (easy & fast course) in historic
     This Place is Better Then Ever!                                                               Coventry, CT. Rich in history, Coventry is the home of the
                                                                                                   Connecticut Vietnam Memorial and Captain Nathan Hale’s
     Authentic Italian Food                                                                        Homestead. Following the race, the American Legion hosts
                                     Thursday
    Freshest Seafood Around          3pm-close                                                     a “Canteen” with hotdogs and chili and camaraderie with
    Fish Fry Friday                50%neOboFttlFes*.                                               Veterans.
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    Every Friday in September                                                                      Date: 		                 Saturday, November 9th
              All day
                                                                                                   Packet Pick Up/
    Fresh Beer Battered                                                                            Day-Of Reg: 		           8:30am (Patriots Park Lodge)
       Fish and Chips                                                                              Opening Ceremony: 9:45am
      and 16 oz Draft                                                                              Race Start Time:         10am
      Beer Only $15*                                                                               Awards Ceremony:         11am
        Includes Salad,
            Roll and
                                                                                                   Canteen Lunch:           10:30am – 12pm
                                      *All deals available anywhere in the restaurant.
      Extra Virgin Olive Oil                 Cannot be combined with other offers                  Place: 		                Patriots Park, 172 Lake Street

                           LAKE  VIEW RESTAURANT & BAR
                            50 Lake Street, Coventry CT 06238
                                                                                                   Registration Fee:        $30 Early Registration Fee
                                                                                                                            $35 After October 10th
                                       860-498-0500                                                Registration Website: www.ctveteransdayrace.com
                                   coventrylakeview.com
                                Hours: Everyday 12pm - Late

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Special Events
Letters to Santa
Hey kids, let Santa know just how good you have been this year!         Christmas in the Village &
From Tuesday, Nov. 5th– Tuesday, December 3rd we will be
accepting your letters to Santa for delivery just in time for the       Coventry Tree Lighting
“Big Day.” Drop boxes will be located in the Town Hall and Booth         Sunday, December 8th, 2019
& Dimock Library, and at the Town Hall Tree Lighting. You may
also mail your letter to:                                                Stay tuned for more details regarding
      Santa Claus                                                        this year’s Holiday Festivities!
      C/O Coventry Recreation
      1712 Main Street
      Coventry, CT 06238
Be sure to include your name and return address if you want Santa
to write you back!
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Family Ice Fishing Class & Practice                                                                                            Sean Banks
                         Ice fishing is a great way to enjoy time                                                                        Owner
                         outdoors, while getting some fresh air
                         and exercise with family and friends                                                   1687 Boston Turnpike
                         during the winter. The Department of                                                    Coventry, CT 06238
                         Energy and Environmental Protection -                                                       Next to Highland Park Market
                         Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education                                                   (860) 742-9865
                         (CARE) program offers a FREE in-depth          Daily Wine Sampling                  Meadowbrook1@att.net
                         ice fishing class that introduces you to
                                                                               Hours: M-W 8:30a-8p, Th-Sat 8:30a-9p, Sun 10a-6p
                         this fun wintertime sport! State certified
                         fishing instructors will pass along
                         knowledge they have gained through
                         years of ice angling. Instructors will cover
ice safety, clothing, rules and regulations, local fishing spots,
                                                                                                                               Yearį!
fish identification, and bait and tackle. Ice fishing equipment,
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cold-weather clothing, ice safety equipment, and more will be
displayed for you to inspect at the class and fishing event. *If
ice conditions are safe, an outside ice fishing practice will be
offered on Coventry Lake with all equipment and bait provided,
following the class. It is very important to dress in layers for the
weather conditions and to wear boots for the afternoon practice
– no sneakers are allowed. All bait and tackle are provided!
Pre-registration is required to insure that there is interest and
room for all who wish to attend. Pre-register at www.coventryct.
org! If you wish to avoid being stuck inside this winter with
nothing interesting to do, register for a class today!
                                                                            Complete Foreign & Domestic Car,
Date:              Saturday, February 8th
                                                                              S.U.V. and Light Truck Service
Times:             10am-3pm
                                                                                 ALL MAJOR AND MINOR REPAIRS.
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Youth Programs
Recreation Daze, Before School &
After School Program                                                         2019-2020 Youth Basketball League
Back for its eighth year, this affordable program is for kids in             Registration for the 2019-2020 season is ongoing!
grades K-6, and will be held at the Patriots Park Community                  For more up-to-date information, please check out
Center, Monday-Friday. During “Rec. Daze”, your children will                our website, www.coventryct.org. For complete
enjoy time with friends doing homework, playing group games,                 tryouts and evaluation schedule, please go to
participating in art projects, free play and snack-time! Check
www.coventryct.org for more info, or call Parks & Rec. for an                www.coventryct.org.
official brochure and registration form.

                                                                             2nd Grade Instructional
Home Alone Safety for Kids                                                   Players learn basketball skills as a group with emphasis on
                   Brought to you by Parks & Rec. in conjunction             having fun and interacting with other participants. Building on
                   with Coventry Youth Services, Home Alone                  basic skills of passing, dribbling and shooting, defensive skills
                   Safety for Kids is a unique class for boys and            will be introduced and game rules and strategies will begin.
                   girls ages 8-13 who are left home alone. This             Dates:                Saturdays, 1/4 – 2/22
                   interactive 2-hour course will cover safety
                                                                             Times:                8:30am - 9:30am
                   concerns parents have when their children
                   are by themselves. Students will learn to be              Location:             GHR Gym
                   more aware of the potential dangers that                  Registration
they could face when they are alone. Each student will receive               Fee:                  $65 Per Child
a workbook that covers house key safety, indoor and outdoor
(including kitchen) safety, gun safety, fires and gas leaks. We will
also review first aid kit essentials and phone, door and internet
                                                                             Recreational Leagues (Grades 3-12)
safety. The class size is limited to 12 students to allow optimal            Effort is made for each participant to play an equal amount of
opportunities for participation, so be sure to register early.               time with the emphasis on learning skills, team play and having
Parents are asked to attend the last 10 minutes of the course.               fun. Team practice & game schedules distributed at first practice.
They will receive a workbook with conversation starters such                 Games are held in-town & in Hebron, Ashford, Bolton, Mansfield
as creating a family fire escape plan and the importance of an               & Willington. Season ends in late February with a Jamboree or
emergency contact list.                                                      Tournament.
Instructor:        Sarah Maffiolini                                          Registration Fee: $100 Per Child
Dates:	A: Friday, September 20th                                             Registration
                   B: Friday, October 4th                                    Deadline**:           September 21st
Times:             5:30pm – 7:30pm                                           Competitive Travel Teams (Grades 5-8)
Location:          Mill Brook Place                                          Players must try out. Coaches will play participants based on skill
                                                                             level, desire, how they interact with their teammates, hard work,
Fee:               $10 Per Child                                             etc. There is no equal play rule for this competitive program.
                                                                             Travel team players are not allowed to play on recreational
                                                                             league. Includes participation in the North Central CT Travel
    FIND US ON:                                                              Basketball League. Visit www.nccbball.org for more info!
                                                                             Registration Fee: $100 Per Child
                                                                             Travel Fee*:           $100 Per Child

          CAR RENTALS                                                        Registration
                                                                             Deadline**:            September 22nd
                            Clean, dependable, late model cars, cargo        *Due Upon Making a team
                             & passenger vans. Rentals are available         **NO Late Registrations will be accepted,
                                for use throughout New England.                so please plan accordingly!
                              1856 Storrs Rd., Rt. 195, Storrs CT
                                      1 mi. North of Route 44
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Mighty Mite Basketball
                    Based on the National Alliance for Youth
                    Sports program, Start Smart Basketball,
                    this 6-week program will teach kids in K-
                    1st grades the basic motor skills needed
                                                                             2019-2020
                    to play organized basketball. With the help
                    and support of their parents, kids will move
                    through exercises each session, designed to
prepare them for future competition. Held in a non-threatening
environment, kids learn while playing without the fear of getting
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hurt. Skills Learned: Dribbling/Ball Handling, Passing/Catching,
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the program.                                                                                           A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels
Instructor:       Basketball Association Coaches                             Oct 20 DRAGONS LOVE TACOS & Other Stories
Dates:            Sat. Mornings, 1/11-2/15                                                             Lively musical revue of beloved children’s books
Times:            (K) 8:30am - 9:15am
                  (1) 9:30am – 10:15am                                       Nov 3                     PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL
Location:         CGS Gym                                                                              Oh no! Pinkalicious is pink from head to toe!
Fee:              $35 Per Parent/Child Pair (Includes Participant
                  Packet)
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                                                                             Feb 23 PETE THE CAT
                                                                                                       Everyone’s favorite rockin’ blue cat takes the stage!
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adult & sENIOR FITNESS
                                                                                          Senior Center Fitness, Level 1
                                                                                                                   This class focuses on a low impact
                                                                                                                   workout.
                                                                                                                   Instructor: Mary Hurley
                                                                                                                   Dates:      Tues. & Thurs.,
                                                                                                                               9:30am – 10:30am
                                                                                                                   Location: Patriots Park Lodge
                                                                                                                   Fee:        $3 Drop In, Payable at the
                                                                                                                               Door

                                                                                          Simply Fit
                                                                                          As women we spend so much time caring for those around
                                                                                          us. This is an opportunity to focus on taking care of YOU,
                                                                                          while surrounding yourself with women who will support &
                                                                                          encourage you. Come join instructor Jillian Miner for a quick, fun,
Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rentals
                                                                                          heart-pumping workout that will leave you full of energy for the
                                                                                          weekend ahead! We will alternate short bursts of cardiovascular
Interested in getting out on Coventry Lake this year? Visit our                           activity with targeted toning exercises to build endurance and
boat shed located behind the Bandshell at Patriots Park. Canoes,                          strengthen from head to toe. Please bring water, a set of 3-8
Kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards are available for hourly                                 LB dumbbells, and a mat or beach towel. *FREE Demo Class:
rental, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, through October (weather                                     11/30!
permitting). Life jackets and oars are provided. Please check                             Instructor:       Jillian Miner, ACE Certified Group Fitness
out our website, www.coventryct.org for more information                                                    Instructor
including fees, to download the rental agreement, and to book
your appointment.                                                                         Dates:            Sat.,	A: 10/19 – 11/23
                                                                                          		                       B: 12/14 – 1/18
                                                                                          Time:             8am – 8:45am
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                                                                                          class will include short periods of intense cardiovascular exercise
    • Hands free operation                                                                designed to improve cardiac function, increase energy and
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    • Quietest Operation                                                                  or towel. *Classes available for registration in sessions, or
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      or away                                                                             Instructor:         Jillian Miner, ACE Certified Group Fitness
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adult & sENIOR FITNESS
                                                                         Zumba Gold
                                                                         Perfect For:
                                                                         Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class
                                                                         that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity.
                                                                         How It Works:
                                                                         The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba®
                                                                         choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and
                                                                         coordination. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave
                                                                         empowered and feeling strong.
                                                                         Benefits:
                                                                         Class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular
                                                                         conditioning, flexibility and balance!
                                                                         Instructor:       Sheila Carroll, Zumba Licensed and ACE Certified
                                                                         Location:         Patriots Park Lodge

All Levels Yoga @ Senior Center                                          Dates:            Thursdays, FREE DEMO CLASS 10/3!
                                                                                           	A: 10/10-10/31
Yoga is widely regarded in the fitness world as the best in rest and                           B: 11/7-11/21
relaxation. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced                               	C: 12/5-12/19
students, this class will help you build muscle strength, improve
                                                                         Times:            5:15-6:15pm
flexibility & balance, and increase energy. Just 1 class can lift your
spirits and brighten your day! *Punch Cards are available in 6-          Fee:              $20 per 5-class punchcard/$5 per class,
class or 10-class increments: Purchase 5 classes and get the 6th                           drop-in
for FREE, or purchase 9 classes and get the 10th for FREE!
Instructor:        Tami Toscano, Certified Yoga Instructor
Date:              Weds., Ongoing
Time:
Location:
                   3pm-4pm
                   Patriots Park Lodge
                                                                                                      EXPLORE
Fee:               $6 Per Class, Punch Card*                                                          EXPAND
                   $8 Per Class, Drop-In Fee
                                                                                                      EXPERIENCE
All Levels Hatha Yoga
                         Hold & Unfold! Classes are for the
                         beginning student who wants to                                               Credit-Free Programs
                         create a strong foundation and the
                         more experienced student who wants                                            • Allied Health Careers
                         to deepen their practice. During these                                        • Arts and Crafts
                         classes you will connect body and mind                                        • Baking and Cooking
                         through the breath as you increase                                            • Body, Mind and Spirit
                         your strength, flexibility and sense of                                       • Computer Technology
                         well-being. Learn a series of poses and                                       • Culture and History
                         breathing designed to restore you both                                        • Dance, Drama and Film
physically and mentally and create a feeling of harmony and
                                                                                                       • Fitness and Recreation
balance. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.
                                                                                                       • Motorcycle and Boating
Instructor:       Susan Schardt, Certified Instructor                                                  • Photography, Languages
Reg. Deadline: Tues. Before Each Session’s Start Date, 8pm                                               and Music
                                                                                                       • Professional Development
Dates:            Wed. 	A: 10/2 – 10/30                                                                • Real Estate and Finance
                         B: 11/6 – 12/11 (No Class 11/27)
                                                                                                       • Writing and Publishing
Time:             6pm - 7:15pm
Location:         Patriots Park Lodge                                                                       To register, call 860-512-3232.
                                                                                                     For more information or to request a
Code:             308101A or B
                                                                                                   credit-free catalog, call 860-512-2800.
Fee:              $57 Residents/$67 Non-Residents                                                  www.manchestercc.edu/explore

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adult & sENIOR FITNESS
 Special Thanks to our AWESOME Summer Staff!
                                                              First Year Tai Chi
                                                              This ancient Chinese art, sometimes
 Thanks to our dedicated Camp Staff, Lifeguards,              called a “meditation in motion,” relaxes
 Gatekeepers and Park Maintainers for yet another             the mind and energizes the body.
 wonderful summer season. Until next year!                    Learn simple movements that will help
                                                              you alleviate stress, improve physical,
                                                              emotional and energetic balance,
                                                              improve circulation and increase
                                                              flexibility. Come see what this is all
                                                              about!
                                                              Instructor:       George Hoffman,
                                                                                Silver Dragon Tai Chi
                                                              Dates: 	Tues.,	A: 10/22 – 12/17
                                                              		                       B: 1/7 – 3/3
                                                              Times:            5pm – 6:15pm
                                                              Location:         Patriots Park Lodge
                                                              Fee:                 $79 Residents/$89 Non-Res.
                                                              Code:                308107A or B

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                                                      funeral, from pre-need planning, casket options, cremations, flowers to
                                                      local accommodations. Feel free to contact one of our licensed funeral
                                                         directors at any time… Philip & Jessica Pietras, Jennifer A. West,
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adult & sENIOR FITNESS
Intermediate Tai Chi                                                 Times:           9am – 11:30am
Designed for experienced participants to help bring their            Location:        CHS Complex Gym
“Tai Chi” skills to the next level. Focus your practice on Tai Chi   Fee:             $35 Residents/$45 Non-Res.
fundamentals, improved energy awareness and enhanced                 Code:            307222A
body-mind connection using more complex form movements,
advanced qigong and other exercises. Pre-Requisite: one-and-         *Space is limited, so register early!*
a-half years’ experience or instructor’s permission.                 No Smoking or Alcohol on School Grounds

                                                                     Sunday Morning Men’s Basketball
Instructor:         George Hoffman, Silver Dragon Tai Chi
Dates: 	Tues.,	A: 10/22 – 12/17
                                                                     For adults ages 18+, this informal basketball league will allow
		                         B: 1/7 – 3/3                              you the opportunity to stay active, while enjoying a fun game of
Times:              6:30pm – 7:45pm                                  basketball on Sunday mornings!
Location:           Patriots Park Lodge                              Dates: 	A: 10/6 – 1/19
Fee:                $79 Residents/$89 Non-Res.                                        B: 2/2 – 5/10
Code:               308107C or D                                     Times:           10am – 12pm

Tai Chi Advanced Topics                                              Location:
                                                                     Fee:
                                                                                      GHR Gym
                                                                                      $30 Residents/$40 Non-Res.
This class is designed for intermediate and above tai chi
practitioners interested in exploring a more detailed                Code:            307223A or B
understanding of the fundamentals of movement, standing              *Space is limited, so register early!*
meditation, push hands, qi cultivation and other aspects of the
ancient arts of tai chi & qigong. Attendees should currently be      No Smoking or Alcohol on School Grounds
attending an intermediate or equivalent tai chi training class.
Prerequisite: 2 years of tai chi experience or permission of the
instructor.
Instructor:       George Hoffman, Silver Dragon Tai Chi
Dates: 	Tues. 	A: 10/22 – 12/17
		                       B: 1/7 – 3/3
Times:            8pm – 9pm
Location:         Patriots Park Lodge
Fee:              $57 New Registrants/$39 Students Currently
                  Enrolled in our Intermediate Program                    Professional & Certified Home Care Services
Code:             308108A or B                                             Over 10 years of Experience • license #: HCA0001214

Daytime Tai Chi
Discover the secret of how this ancient Chinese exercise can
help you manage stress, reduce blood pressure, decrease pain
associated with arthritis, and improve balance.
Instructor:      George Hoffman, Silver Dragon Tai Chi
Dates: 	Th. 	A: 9/26 – 11/21
		                       B: 12/5 – 2/6 (No Class 12/26)
Times:           11am - 12:15pm
Location:        Patriots Park Lodge
Fee:             $67 Residents/Non-Res.
Code:            308109A or B

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trips
  Trips are planned and offered in a cooperative effort with           Please be advised: Trip fees are non-refundable, due to
  the Towns of Ashford, Mansfield, Willington, Tolland and             transportation commitments.
  Ellington. Residents of these towns are encouraged to                *Trips offered in conjunction with the Coventry Senior Center.
  register in their own Town first.

Beautiful Brooklyn*                                                  A Day on Your Own in New York City
                              Spend the day in Brooklyn, New York!                           Enjoy a day in the “Big Apple” with friends
                              Our first stop of the day is at the                            and family. Get a jump start on your
                              Brooklyn Museum of Art where you                               holiday shopping, visit the museums,
                              will partake in a guided tour of the                           see a Broadway show or just enjoy the
                              museum’s expansive collections of                              sights of the city. Bus drop-offs/pick-ups
                              Egyptian, African and American art,                            in New York City will be determined by
                              in addition to 17th, 18th, 19th and                            the driver on the day of the trip.
                              20th century paintings, sculpture      Date:                 Saturday, December 7th
and decorative art. After the museum, we will head over to the
Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, which holds over 14,000 different        Reg Deadline:         Friday, November 22nd
kinds of plants and each year has over 900,000 visitors! After our   Departs From:         Tolland Commuter Lot, I-84 Exit 68
visit to the Gardens, we will head over to a well-known and loved                          (Near Dunkin Donuts)
Brooklyn classic, Junior’s Restaurant which has consistently been
awarded the prize for best cheesecake in NYC! Please indicate        Departure Time:       7am
your choice of meal when registering: Fresh Brisket of Beef;         Return Time:          Approx. 10:30pm
Roast Half Chicken; Fried Cod or Broiled Cod. All entrees will be
served with fruit salad, tossed salad, choice of potato, vegetable   Fee:                  $68 Per Person
& dessert (to be selected at the restaurant). For ages 18+.                                (fee includes bus transportation only)
Date:                  Sunday, October 13th
                                                                     It Happened One Christmas Eve*
Departure Time:        7am                                                                   This morning we head to the Westchester
Departure Location: Coventry Senior Center                                                   Broadway Theater, where we will enjoy
                                                                                             a very unique experience. Start with
Return Time:           8:45pm                                                                lunch which includes an extensive menu
Fee:                   $115 Per Person                                                       to choose from (at your table). Choices
                                                                                             vary from pasta, fish, beef, chicken and a
Roger Williams Spooky Zoo!                                                                   vegetarian option. All options come with
                                                                                             assorted rolls, salad and accompaniment
                            Spooky Zoo is back, offering                                     of vegetable & starch. Dessert follows with
                            daytime outdoor autumn activities        coffee and tea. After lunch, stay in your seat as the Westchester
                            for the whole family. Come trick-        Broadway Theater presents “It Happened One Christmas Eve.”
                            or-treat (while supplies last) with      The story unfolds over several Christmas Eves: Told in flashback,
                            us beginning at 10:00am. Kids and        it spans many time periods: 1989-1919-1929-1938, 1941, 1944 &
                            adults will enjoy a packed schedule of   1952; then back to 1989. There are plenty of songs, some familiar,
                            seasonal activities including: animal    some penned just for the show; from “Silent Night,” and “Holly
                            encounters, the annual elephant          Jolly Christmas,” to a bouncy “We Haven’t Got Time for Christmas,”
                            Pumpkin Stomp, meet & greet with         and the heartfelt “I’m All Alone in the World.” There are plenty of
                            costumed characters, hands-on crafts,    storylines among a house full of interesting characters – an Irish
                            and free trick-or-treat bags provided    cook, an English spinster, a Brooklyn showgirl who dreams of
                            by National Grid!                        stardom, a proud Boston poetess, and two Romanian brothers.
Date:                  Saturday, October 26th                        Their lives are changed forever one Christmas Eve when a baby
Reg. Deadline:         Thursday, September 26th                      is placed on their Brooklyn doorstep. For ages 18+.
Departs From:          Tolland Commuter Lot, I-84 Exit 68            Date:                    Thursday, December 5th
                       (Near Dunkin’ Donuts)                         Registration Deadline: Tues., November 5th
Departure Time:        8:30am                                        Departure Time:          8:15am
Return Time:           Approx. 5:30pm                                Departure Location: Coventry Senior Center
Fee:                   $46 Per Person (Ages 14+); $41 Per Person     Return Time:             6:30pm
                       (Ages 12 and under)                           Fee:                     $125 Per Person

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coventry sENIOR center

  The Coventry Senior Center is committed                             Website:     www.coventryct.org/SeniorCenter
  to providing adults 55 and older, a welcoming,                      “Friend” Us: www.facebook.com
  inclusive and supportive environment to                             Staff
  participate in recreational, educational and                        Brenda Bennett, Coordinator;
  wellness programs. The Center is committed to                       bbennett@coventryct.org
  these core principles, focusing on the integration                  Leah Whitaker, Administrative Assistant;
  of best practices in program development and                        lwhitaker@coventryct.org
  continued community collaboration. We are here
  to meet the needs of our active adult citizens in                   Hours of Operation
  Coventry.                                                           Open Daily: Mon-Wed, 9am-4pm; Thurs, 9am-6pm,
                                                                                  Fri 9am-1pm
  Address:     Patriots Park, 172 Lake Street, Coventry, CT
               06238
  Phone:       860-742-3525; Fax: 860-742-3506

Health and Wellness Programs                                        Massage Appointments
                                                                      Tami Toscano – schedule a 25 minute appointment for $22,
Ask The Nurse                                                         payable at time of appointment. Tami is at the Center the 4th
The 4th Wednesday of each month from 11am-noon; blood                 Monday of each month. Tami specializes in Swedish and deep
pressure checks and general health questions. The service is          tissue massage, therapeutic stretching, reiki and reflexology.
FREE and sponsored by ECHN Visiting Nurse & Health Services
of CT.                                                                Michelle Rach – schedule a 25 minute appointment for $20,
                                                                      payable at time of appointment. Michelle is at the Center the
Spa Day – Hair & Nails                                                2nd Thursday of each month. Michelle has been practicing
The 2nd Monday of each month. Hope Mayhew and Amy Brewer              massage for 6 years and specializes in Deep Tissue, Trigger
from Hope & Wellness Salon offers pedicures and haircuts              Point, Sports and Myofascial Release.
for $15, payable directly to Hope and Amy at the time of your       Hearing Appointments
appointment.
                                                                    Appointments are available for hearing tests, hearing aid checks,
                                                                    cleanings and repairs and wax inspections with Audiology
                                                                    Concierge. Date: October 16; call the front desk to schedule.

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Podiatrist
Appointments are available with Anthony Morgan, D.P.M. for
                                                                   Crafting Corner!
complete foot care, podiatric evaluations and nail clippings.      Get Creative
Dates: October 3, December 12, call the front desk to schedule.                    Nina, a resident of Coventry and an Art student
                                                                                   at ECSU will be offering water color and acrylic
Entertainment/Leisure/Social                                                       workshops this Fall. All levels welcome, no

Activities
                                                                                   experience required. Materials and supplies
                                                                                   provided. Please bring a smock or an old tshirt,
Our groups are self-lead by a participant facilitator.             and a creative open mind!
                                                                     Dates:         Thurs. 10/24, 11/21, & 12/19
Book Club – The group meets the 3rd Monday of each month                            Friday 10/25, 11/22, & 12/20
from 1pm-2pm. Call the Center to see which book we’re reading
and join us on:                                                      Time:          Thurs., 4:30PM-6:00PM
                                                                                    Fridays, 9:30AM-11:00AM
   October 21 – A Gentleman in Moscow
                                                                     Fee:           $5.00 (includes 1 hour instruction & materials)
   November 18 – H is for Hawk
                                                                     Instructor:    Nina Yilmaz
   December 16 – Still Life
                  (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache, #1)             Crafternoon
                                                                   Hosted by Senior Center Assistant, Leah. Held in the Multipurpose
Folk Song Group – Meets on Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am,              room of the center. Crafts begin at 10:30 AM and RSVP is
singing folk songs popularized in the 1960s.                       required.
Veterans Day Tribute                                                  • September 23 – Terracotta Scarecrows. $2
               Wednesday, November 6th hosted by the                  • October 30 – Jewelry Making – FREE.
               Coventry Senior Center and American Legion Post        • November 4 – Pumpkin Slabs. $3
               52 to honor and recognize our Coventry Veterans.
               Ceremony at noon followed by fellowship and            • December 9 – Snowman Meter. Materials required: Childs
               lunch at the Senior Center.                              winter hat.
                                                                   Card Making with Jan!
Veteran’s Coffee Hour                                              Hosted by Jan Weston, Ms. Connecticut Senior America 2019 and
Please join us on October 9th at 9:30am at the Center for coffee   resident of Coventry. All levels welcome and sessions are FREE!
and conversation to promote info sharing, camaraderie and              • October 7, 10 am – Halloween Cards
benefits education and entitlements for Veterans. The coffee
hour will be led by Paul Spedaliere, National Vice Commander,          • November 4, 10 am – ‘Thankful’ Cards
The American Legion. RSVP is appreciated.                          Movie & Popcorn – FREE, 3rd Thursday each month at 1pm.
                                                                   RSVP is appreciated
                                                                   Beginners Bridge with Marian – 1st and 3rd Friday at 10:30am.
                                                                   Everyone is welcome.

                                       Weekly Groups & Classes:
       Monday                    Tuesday                 Wednesday                  Thursday                     Friday

    9:30 Cribbage               9:30 Fitness           9:30 Wii Bowling           9:00 Mahjongg             9:30 Wii Bowling

     9:30 Billiards          10:30 Folk Music            9:30 Billiards             9:30 Fitness              9:30 Billiards

                                1:00 Bingo                 3:00 Yoga                1:00 Setback              9:30 Quilting

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Technology                                                                                                 Flu Clinic
Tech Monday – with Kayla                                                                                   Provided by Price Chopper Pharmacy
                             Have a question about your smart phone,                                       Wednesday, October 9th, 9:30am-11:30am at the
                             tablet, iPad? Let Kayla, Reference Librarian                                  Senior Center
                             from Booth & Dimock Library assist your
                             with your questions here at the Center.                                       Proof of insurance required; RSVP is required

                                                                                                           CHOICES Health Insurance Counseling
                             15 minute one-on-one appointments
                             beginning at 10am the 3rd Monday of
                             each month. Future Tech Mondays, 9/16,                                        Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15-December 7 – and
                             10/21, 11/18, 12/16. Call to schedule your                                    you have CHOICES!
                             appointment.
                                                                                                           The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period is October 15
AARP Safe Driving Course
                                                                                                           – December 7th. During this time any Medicare enrollee can
                                                                                                           change Medicare plans including Medicare Part D Drug Plans.
Wednesday, October 16th from 9am-1pm                                                                       For many individuals this is the only opportunity during the year
Senior Center Lodge                                                                                        to make coverage changes.
Offered by AARP Driver Safety, the nation’s 1st and largest                                                The Coventry Senior Center is host to a certified CHOICES
refresher course designed specifically for older drivers. If you,                                          counselor. CHOICES is a FREE counseling program that helps
your friends or family members may benefit from the course,                                                Connecticut residents understand their Medicare coverage
we encourage you to take the opportunity to update your                                                    and other healthcare options. A CHOICES counselor can help
driving knowledge and skills. No written or road tests! You may                                            review Medicare documents, and insure that you are enrolled
qualify for a discount on your auto insurance. $15 with AARP                                               in plan that meets your healthcare needs, including Medicare
membership cards, $20 non-members. Pre-registration and                                                    Supplemental Plans, Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicare
payment is required.                                                                                       Part D Drug Plans. Additionally, counselors can also help enroll
                                                                                                           individuals into the Medicare Savings Program, which can assist
                                                                                                           in the payments of Medicare benefits.
                                                                                                           If you would like to review your health insurance options, please
                                                                                                           call us at 860-742-3525 to make a confidential appointment with

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                                                                                                           What’s New with MEDICARE for 2020
                                  R E S T A U R A N T                                                      Please join us for a free informational session on Wednesday,
                                                                                                           October 23rd at 10am at the Senior Center presented by our
     A Reason for Every day of the Week                                                                    certified CHOICES Counselor. RSVP is appreciated.

 ALL-DAY DRINK SPECIALS                           HAPPY HOUR
 (DINING & BAR)                                   BAR ONLY
 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday                    Sun. - Thurs. 3-6 pm                                       Monthly Luncheons
  3
 $ 75 Bottled Beer (Bud Light,
          Coors Light, Miller Light & Bud)
                                                  $
                                                    5     Drafts, New Amsterdam
                                                          Martinis & Select Appetizerss                      Dates:           2nd and 4th Wednesday each month,
                                                                                                                              offering healthy, nutritious and affordable
  5
 $ 00     Margaritas                                        JOIN US ON
                                                          WEDNESDAYS FOR
                                                                                                                              luncheons in collaboration with Coventry
                                                                                                                              Food Service, dining in the lodge.
                                                           LADIES NIGHT
  5
 $ 00     Martinis
          (New Amsterdam)
                                                           $ Of
                                                               6fering Our
                                                               New Quartino                                  Cost:            varies based on menu
                                                                                                                              RSVP is required 1 week prior to luncheon
                                             MONDAY NIGHT BAR ROOM ONLY                                      Out to Lunch Bunch
      WINGS!S                                1/2 PRICE WINGS                                                 The 1st Wednesday of each month bringing seniors to
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                                                                                                             local restaurants. Please sign up at the front desk, RSVP is
                                                                                                             required.
                                             SUPER SUNDAY 12 to Close-Bar Only

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                                                                   Fabrication and Installation of
  Hours:           Mon, Tues, Thurs 8:30am-1:30pm                  Soapstone, Granite, Marble, Quartz,
                                                                   Solid Surface and Wood Countertops
  Contact:         860-742-3525
                                                                   • State of the art CNC manufacturing technology
                                                                   • Fast turnaround time (7-10 business days)
Coventry Rides Transportation Program provides free handicap-      • Over 200 slabs in stock for viewing
accessible service for Coventry Seniors and residents with         • Superior craftsmanship, service, and quality
disabilities to the towns of Bolton, Tolland, Vernon, and
Manchester. The program has an all-volunteer team of drivers
who are available Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9-1pm.
Rides can be requested no later than 48 hours prior (and by
noon on Thursday for a Monday ride) and no more than two
weeks in advance. Priority will be given to those with medical
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appointments; however rides can be scheduled for errands,            Despite our best efforts, sometimes errors
shopping, the bank, employment etc. For more information or to
schedule a ride please call 860-742-3525.                            make their way into this publication. We
Coventry Rides is funded with grants from the CT Department of          apologize for any inconvenience!
Transportation and the Town of Coventry.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED! In order to make the Coventry
Rides program a continued success we need individuals who
are willing to volunteer one morning per month. A valid driver’s
license is required and training is provided. Please call 860-       COUNTRY WAY REALTY
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WRTD – Dial-a-ride WRTD (Windhan Region Transit District)
Dial-a-Ride services are available for Coventry-to-Coventry                                                NEW CONSTRUCTION
transit, as well as to the 9 towns within the Windham region.                                                 WINDY HILL
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general information
  While the Town of Coventry appreciates that the
  advertising in this brochure offsets the expense of
                                                                                    REGISTER ONLINE!
  publication, the solicitation and selection is made by                           www.coventryct.org
  the Publisher. The appearance of advertisements and                 Simply go to www.coventryct.org, and create your
  product or service information does not constitute                  household. You’ll then be able to register and pay for any
                                                                      and all recreation programs and special events from the
  an endorsement by the Town of Coventry, Coventry                    convenience of your own home!
  Recreation or Coventry Senior Center.

List of Town Parks & Amenities                                                          Facility Rentals
Patriots Park: 124 Lake Street — Waterfront, playscape, pavilion,     The Coventry Parks & Recreation Department has facilities
picnic tables & grills, and open fields.                              at Patriots Park, Mill Brook Park & Creaser Park available for
                                                                      rent for your next birthday party or family get-together!
Lisicke Beach (Resident Parking Only): Corner of Main Street &
Cheney Lane — Waterfront, basketball courts, pavilion.                For availability of facilities, please check www.coventryct.
                                                                      org
Creaser Park: Case Road — Dog Friendly Park (dogs must be
leashed), pavilion, trails.
Laidlaw Park: Merrow Road — NEW Playscape, Free Little Library,     Town Sports Leagues Contact Info
Soccer fields, baseball field, trails.                              Coventry Youth Baseball: www.coventrybaseball.org
                                                                    Coventry Youth Basketball: www.coventryct.org
Miller-Richardson Field: Corner of Main Street & South Street
Ext. — Baseball & football fields                                   Coventry Soccer Inc.: www.csisoccer.org
                                                                    Coventry Softball: www.coventrysoftball.org

                                                                    Registration Information
Mill Brook Park: Main Street, behind Ackert Hall – Home of Mill
Brook Place (rental facility), walking trail, gazebo, open space.
Coventry Trails: Walking trails are available at Mill Brook Park,   CANCELLATION POLICY:
Laidlaw Park, Patriots Park Woods, Creaser Park, Thornton Brook     If any rental, program, trip or special event is cancelled by the
Preserve, and Riverview. For more information, check out http://    Department of Parks and Recreation, a full refund will be issued.
bit.ly/1M3Mmmt.                                                     1) If any participant cancels their rental, or enrollment in any
                                                                        program/special event 30 days prior to the program/event
Mill Pond Park: Depot Road – Pond & waterfall, historical               date, a full refund will be issued.
signage, picnic tables.
                                                                    2) If any participant cancels their rental, or enrollment in a
                                                                        program/special event within 30 days of the program/
                                                                        event date, a refund will be issued minus a 20% processing
                                                                        fee, unless the participant has a valid doctor’s note (for
 FIND US ON:                                                            programs/events ONLY).
                                                                    3) No refund will be issued if a participant cancels their rental, or
                                                                        enrollment in a program/special event once the program has
                                                                        started or ended, unless the participant has a valid doctor’s
                                                                        note (for programs/events ONLY).

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                                                                    **The above three statements DO NOT apply to trips**
                                                                    If any participant would like to cancel their enrollment in
                                                                    any Parks and Recreation offering, they MUST complete a
     INSPECTIONS • INSTALLATIONS • REPAIRS • PUMPING                “Refund Request Form.” These forms can be found at the
                                                                    Parks and Recreation Office, and online at www.coventryct.
           Full Service Septic                                      org.

           Company Serving                                          Recreation Scholarships:
                                                                    The Coventry Department of Parks and Recreation tries to keep
         Central and Eastern CT.                                    its program fees at an affordable level for all residents. If you
                                                                    have a financial situation that limits your participation due to

                  860-331-0444
                                                                    the fee, please contact the Recreation Department to make
                                                                    arrangements for assistance. Scholarships are available for some
            www.countylineseptic.com                                (but not all) programs.

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general Information
Inclusive Statement:
(Programs for all abilities)
                                                                     Office Hours:
                                                                     Mon-Wed:        8:30am - 4:30pm
The Coventry Parks & Recreation Department does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender,   Thurs:          8:30am - 6:30pm
religion, age or disability in provision of programs and services.   Fri:            8:30am - 1:30pm
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to register for
activities.                                                          Parks & Recreation Commission:
The Coventry Parks & Recreation Department is complying with         Marie Gallo-Hall, Chair
the Americans With Disabilities Act, Public Law 101-336. The         Jennifer Bynes, Vice Chair
law addresses issues of accessibility of facilities and programs.    Jennifer Rodgers, Secretary
Provision of reasonable program accommodations will be made          Jillian Miner
on a case by case basis to allow people with disabilities to both
participate in, and benefit from programs. Documentation of          Bob Martin
disability or special need is required when requesting reasonable    Beverly Carlson
modifications.                                                       The Parks & Recreation Commission meets the 2nd Thursday of
Inclement Weather Policy:                                            every month at 7pm in Town Hall Conference Room B.
In the event of inclement weather, programs may be cancelled,
and a make-up date scheduled. Updates will be posted on our          Park Maintenance:
website, Facebook & Twitter pages. Cancellations will also be        Department of Public Works:
listed on WFSB-3 TV, NBC-30 TV, FOX CT, and their websites. Our      Mark Kiefer, Director
voicemail message will also be updated with cancellations, so
                                                                     Mark Owens, Superintendant of Operations
feel free to also call (860) 742-4068 for updates.

Payment:                                                             Contact:
                                                                     100 Olsen Farms Road
• Payments may be made by check, cash, or credit card
                                                                     Coventry, CT 06238
  (Visa, MasterCard or Discover).
                                                                     Phone: (860) 742-6588
• Payments made via credit card are subject to a 3% convenience

                                                                        Ives Brothers
  fee.
• All checks should be made payable to “Town of Coventry.”
• Returned checks are subject to a $20 service charge.

Parks & Recreation Office Staff:                                                 Keeping our customers
Wendy L. Rubin, CPRP, Director                                                  comfortable at home for
Caterina T. Merriam, Recreation Supervisor                                                   A Century!
Contact:
1712 Main Street
Coventry, CT 06238
Phone: (860) 742-4068
Fax: (860) 742-8911
WRubin@coventryct.org
CMerriam@coventryct.org

Websites:
Registration Website: www.coventryct.org
Friend Us: www.facebook.com/CoventryParksandRecreation
Tweet Us: http://twitter.com/Coventry_PaR
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