Meriden Wallingford Town News August 2009
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Mayor's Corner Wallingford
Although we are already into the month of August, many recreational events are still scheduled to take place. August brings much excitement as Wallingford will host two major athletic tournaments. First is the Silver Anniversary edition of the TWIST Youth Soccer Tournament. This tournament begins August 15th and hosts many local teams as well as teams from Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey. We will see talented soccer players demonstrate their outstanding skills as they play on Town fields as well as Choate fields
Second is the 13th Annual Tri-Town Classic Adult Softball Tournament hosting the top men and women’s softball teams from Wallingford, Meriden, and Southington. This tournament will be held on Saturday, August 29th (rain date August 30th) at Westside Field.
If you want to support a good cause and enjoy good food, be sure to attend the Rotary Chicken Barbecue on the Gaylord Hospital grounds on Saturday, August 8th from 1-6:00 p.m..
A reminder that Weber and Gannon Youth Basketball registration for Wallingford residents will be taking place August 3rd through August 21st at the Parks and Recreation Department. This league has had 1100 participants in each of the past three years.
All boys and girls ages 8-15 are invited to attend the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick sponsored by the NFL Flag League, Wallingford Vikings Junior Football and the Parks and Recreation Department on Wednesday, August 19th at 6:30 p.m. at Pragemann Park. Please contact the Recreation Department for additional information.
The Fall 2009 Parks and Recreation Guide will be in your homes in mid August. You can look forward to many interesting, relaxing and fun offerings for the whole family.
Enjoy the month of August!
Sincerely,
William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Mayor
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Mayor's Corner Meriden
Favorite Childhood memory
I grew up in a suburb of Rochester, NY near Irondequoit Bay which fed into Lake Ontario. My childhood was spent playing sports with my friends, and fishing and boating in Irondequoite Bay. Back in those days, it was common for us to leave the house early in the morning for our daily adventures and not return until supper. We never missed supper!
One day, my younger brother and I were exploring a creek along the bay and we came upon an old rowboat adrift in the weeds. What a find! We located some oars and spent many hours fishing and bow fishing for carp and garpike. Although the old boat was barely seaworthy, that didn't stop us from exploring every inch of the bay and her many inlets. We were a modern day Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn as my brother and I looked forward to our forays on the bay. There's something very tranquil about bobbing in a rowboat on the glistening waters of a bay with sea gulls overhead, fish splashing, and puffy clouds lazily crossing a blue sky. Yes, we had it made!
But all good things must come to an end. One day when we went to get our boat, it was missing. When we first found the boat, we had assumed that it had been abandoned due to its poor condition. This was a bad assumption. As we came to find out, the boat actually had an owner on the other side of the bay. The boat came loose from its mooring and drifted several miles to where we had found it. He had been looking for his boat and reclaimed it. So this marked the end of our boating days on the bay until years later when my dad bought a motor boat for the family. But I will never forget those boyhood adventures with our rowboat.
As I think back on those days, I feel sadness for a bygone era. How many parents today would or could let their young children loose for the day to paddle around a bay in an old rowboat? All of us are now consumed with children's safety for a host of real and imagined threats. Not that this is wrong or bad but it does foreclose any chance for the children of today to experience the carefree days of old that my brother and I enjoyed growing up.
Enjoy the beautiful days of summer.
Mike Rohde
Mayor
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Summer Camps from Wallingford Park and Recreation
4168.300 HOOP HOUSE BASKETBALL CAMP o FOR BOYS & GIRLS 7-15yrs
"Play basketball, have fun" is our motto as fundamentals are taught daily by Mike Papale, Joe Gaetano and other area coaches. Camp features: daily contests, drills & stations, team trophies and a camp T-shirt. Campers will be divided into age and skill level groups. Camp held at the Rec Dept.'s Hoop House Gym. Each camper should bring a lunch daily. For more info stop by the office and pick up a camp brochure. Session 3 girls only.
4168.302 Session 2 August 3 - August 7
4168.304 Session 3 August 10 - August 14
Fee: $185 per session, $165 each additional session, 2 or more family members$165 each.
Staff: Mike Papale, Director Weber Basketball League and Joe Gaetano, Sheehan Boys Varsity Coach.
SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS
2004.310 PLAY WELL LEGO CAMP PRE - ENGINEERING AGES 5 - 6yrs
In this fun and age appropriate environment, we will use LEGO to create, play, and learn. Build a city, town or star base with houses, buildings, pyramids, bridges, tunnels, towers and more. Build motorized cars, trains, buses and trucks; race them, crash them, repair them. Explore the many possibilities of LEGO building systems while learning useful construction techniques.When: August 10th - 14th 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: Exit 7AInstructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff Fee: $130
2004.320 PLAY WELL LEGO CAMP PRE - ENGINEERING AGES 5 - 6yrs
Using LEGO we'll explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Learn how to design and build motorized machines, catapults, demolition derby cars, truss and suspension bridges, buildings, and other constructions. Each session will include directed projects with instruction, performance oriented projects with guidance from our staff. Free building time will be available to construct that "really great project" with HUGE quantities of LEGO. These are fun, challenging, hands on and minds on camps suitable for LEGO novices to "maniacs".
When: August 10th - 14th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Exit 7A Instructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff Fee: $130
Register at Wallingford Park and Rec - 6 Fairfield Boulevard 203.294.2120
Twilight Tunes
Wednesday evenings on the Wallingford Parade Grounds Sponsored by Wallingford Parks & Recreation & Stop and Shop 7:00 - 8:30pm
Wednesday August 5, "The Blue Agaves" Rock music, ranging from the Beatles to Pat Benetar. You will be greeted with the powerful, yet, soulful vocals of Carissa, the guitar meets the vocals of Johnny, the rhythmic motley of Jim, the lead guitar expressions of Vinny and the basest bass tones of Egan. The Blue Agaves appeal to a wide range of audiences and are perfect for a summer evening.
Wednesday August 12 " The Spectacles" Featuring three female vocalists and a solid rhythm section. "The Spectacles" are a versatile, energetic and fun band. Their music consists of popular dance tunes from the 1940's to current hits including a unique performance of classic rock, disco, swing, Motown and standards.
Wednesday August 19 "The Funk Brokers Band" The primary objective of Funk Brokers Inc. is to inject the songs you know with bodacious amounts of groove, funk, soul and vibe. Agents of the FBI pledge to protect you from stale, note-for-note renditions of tunes you've heard so many times. Our detectives uncover the best tunes then put a funky spin on them.
MAX E. MURAVNICK
MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 55 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
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The Connecticut AARP Tax-Aide program is seeking volunteers to provide one-on-one help in the preparation of income tax returns. Computer literate volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. Tax Counseling for the Elderly is a free, confidential service run by volunteers who prepare Federal and Connecticut tax returns. The service is offered by appointment on the mezzanine level of the Senior Center on Wednesdays from February to April each year. If you would like to join the Meriden AARP Income Tax Team to help in this rewarding volunteer work, please call Meriden Tax-Aide Coordinator Frank Spinelli at 237-6978.
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Sign-ups are now being accepted for the next session of the AARP Driver Safety Program at the Senior Center on Wednesday, November 4 and Friday, November 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Class participants will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and much more in this 8-hour course. Successful completion of the classroom course also entitles you to a discount on your automobile insurance premiums. The course fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Reservations can be made by calling the Senior Center at 237-0066.
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The Senior Center is continuing to take applications from Meriden residents for the Rent Relief Program sponsored by the State of Connecticut. The program provides eligible renters with money back on their 2008 rent and utilities based on their income and expenses. To be eligible, applicants must have been 65 or over as of December 31, 2008 or be enrolled in Social Security Disability. Proof of 2008 income, rent and utilities must be presented at the time the application is filed. Income limits are $30,500 for a single person and $37,300 for a married couple. Applications are completed daily at the Senior Center from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM until September 15. For further information or any questions about the rules and requirements of the Rent Relief Program call the Senior Center at 237-0066.
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A Bridge Club is now meeting each Wednesday at 1:00 PM at the Senior Center to enjoy a few hours of cards. The group meets every Wednesday, except for the third Wednesday of the month, and new players are welcome and encouraged to attend! Also, each Tuesday at 12:30 PM Senior Center members gather for a few games of Scrabble and newcomers are welcome. Both activities are held in the First Floor Meeting Room at the Senior Center and free parking is available in the Hanover Street Parking Lot across from the rear entrance to the Senior Center.
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For a complete listing of all Senior Center classes, activities, trips and meal menus, pick-up a copy of our newsletter available on the first of each month at the reception desk in the front lobby. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
John F. Hogarth
Senior Center Director
July 24, 2009
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Wallingford Senior Center
AUGUST 2009 Edition
Our monthly newsletter can be read in its entirety the first of each month on our website at http://www.wlfdseniorctr.com/
INTERGENERATIONAL SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP WSC
Three activities have been planned for members and their grandchildren/ great-grand-children at Camp WSC! Pre-registration is required for each activity, and members without grandchildren are welcome to sign up too!
Summer Craft Fun
Monday, August 10, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Come create a cool sun craft! Our large wooden sun will be painted with bright colors and designs. We’ll use decorative papers and learn some paper sculpture tricks, too! Then we’ll add wire and beads to make him shine. Our instructor is Kim Larkin. The fee is $7.00 per craft project. Pre-registration is required.
Father Goose’s Tales by Nappy’s Puppets
Wednesday, August 12, 1:00 PM
There’s trouble when Mother Goose is away for the day and Father Goose has to take care of all her chores, including the storytelling. But try as he might he just can’t seem to get those stories right. Father Goose's Tales is an amusing, modern re-telling of rhymes, stories and children’s songs designed to entertain the whole family. Please sign up.
Make a Summer Mobile!
Monday, August 17, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Under the guidance of Kim Larkin, create a summer mobile made up of fun summer shapes! Fish, beach balls, ice cream cones, and more will be painted and hung on our mobiles. Sports fans can add soccer balls, baseballs, etc. to your mobiles, too. Ribbon, beads and more will decorate this summer project. The fee is $7.00 per craft project. Pre-registration required.
LEARN HOW TO FENG SHUI YOUR SPACE!
Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 AM
Feng Shui (pronounced fung-shway) is an ancient art and science that reveals how to balance the energies of any given space to assure the health and good fortune of the people inhabiting the space. Come learn how Feng Shui can bring more harmony into your life and your home. This program, presented by Krista Polinsky, CFSP, is sponsored by The Regency House of Wallingford.
STARS PROGRAM
(Seniors Together Achieve Results Successfully)
Wednesday, August 5, 10:00 AM
We are looking for enthusiastic members who would like to share their talents, skills, ideas and leadership abilities. Your participation is important in order to be able to continue to offer high caliber programs and activities of interest to our members. If you are interested in learning more about the STARS Program, please join us for our first meeting on August 5.
COMEDY CENTRAL AND KARAOKE NIGHT
August 27, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
The Great Room will be filled with the sound of laughter and music as local talent takes center stage at Lake View Cabaret’s Comedy Central and Karaoke Night. Tell a joke, funny story or sing a song – this is your opportunity to shine! Please sign up in advance if you want to be part of the show!
AGING: WHAT TO EXPECT
Thursday, August 20, 10:00 AM
Aging is a process! Sister Suzanne Gross, FSE, Administrator, Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care, will present an interesting and refreshing synopsis of “aging” as an attitude and a journey of life on August 20, at 10:00 AM. Her presentation will address the medical, psychological, physical and spiritual needs of the aging person. Marie Laffin, RN, Clinical Director, will share community resources and services available to seniors. Coffee and homemade Franciscan rolls or bread will be provided. Please sign up if you plan to attend.
RESUME WRITING AND UPDATING
Thursday, August 6, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Looking for a new career or a part time job? Experts say your résumé has only eight seconds to catch an employer's attention. Jill Ferrall, Assistant Dean, Career Services at Quinnipiac University will show you how to prepare and update a résumé that gets noticed. Please bring a copy of your current résumé if you have one. Sign-up is required.
LIVING WILLS AND TRUSTS
August 6, 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Daniel Tully, Esq. is an elder law attorney who understands the need for support and accurate information when planning for the future. Attorney Tully’s presentation on Living Wills and Living Trusts will help you with any concerns and questions you may have. Please sign up at front desk.
SENIOR OUTING at HOLIDAY HILL
Monday, August 24, 2009
The 25th Annual Statewide Senior Outing at Holiday Hill in Cheshire will be held August 24, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event offers abundant food and fun, musical entertainment by Vinnie Carr, bingo, raffles, heated pools, bocce, and mini-golf. Tickets are $27.00 per person. The last day to order tickets through the Senior Center is August 4. Transportation is not included.
SOCIAL SERVICES
IN ORDER TO SERVE YOU BETTER, PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER, EILEEN FLYNN, AT 265 7753. THANK YOU.
VETERANS SERVICES
Tuesday, August 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
George Messier, Veterans Services Officer for the Town of Wallingford, will be available to answer questions and assist with benefit information. An appointment is required. Please call 265 7753.
BENEFITS SCREENING
Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Do you often wonder if you might be eligible for any State or Federal Programs? Benefits QuickLINK is a free and confidential program which can quickly screen for eligibility. Supporting Documents are not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: 1. Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity, water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses not covered by health insurance). 3. Asset information (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions. Registration required. Call now 265 7753 to schedule an appointment.
MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM
The Medicare Savings Program assists individuals who meet the income and asset guidelines to pay their Medicare Part B premium of $96.40. The guidelines for this year are as follows:
INCOME ASSETS
Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB)
Single $1,181.00 $4,000.00
Couple $1,771.00 $6,000.00
Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)
Single $1,361.50 $4,000.00
Couple $2,014.00 $6,000.00
Additional Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (ALMB/QI)
Single $1,497.05 No Cap
Couple $2,196.25 No Cap
If you fall within these guidelines, the State may be able to pay the $96.40 premium. Please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753 to schedule an appointment or to receive additional information.
ConnPACE
ConnPACE is the State of Connecticut Pharmaceutical Program and the guidelines change each year. The Income Limit for 2009 is: Single person $25,100.00 year, Couple Income $33,800.00. This includes all forms of income, such as Social Security, Pension, Interest or dividend income, etc. There is no asset limit at this time. For additional information or an appointment, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753
FOOD STAMP PROGRAM (SNAP)
The State Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly the Food Stamp Program) has changed its eligibility criteria effective July 1, 2009. Income limits have been increased and there is no asset limit when applying for this program.
•Single Income: $1670.00 month •Couple Income: $2247.00 month
For more information or to schedule an appointment to apply for this program, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker at 265 7753.
DO YOU RECEIVE A PENSION?
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT PENSION WITHHOLDING
Pensioners do not qualify for the Making Work Pay Credit unless they have earned income. However, the new withholding tables apply to all taxpayers, including pensioners. The withholding tables decreased Federal Tax withholdings on pensions, too. If you receive a pension, you may want to contact your accountant, tax preparer, go to your local IRS Office or use the IRS.Gov for help. The IRS has a withholding calculator that pensioners and others can use to make sure enough tax is being withheld from their pay.
ASK AN ATTORNEY
Thursday, August 13, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Appointments are available to get free legal advice from Attorney Daniel Tully. Please call 265 7753 to reserve your appointment.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
NO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING IN AUGUST. HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
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Mayor's Corner Wallingford
Although we are already into the month of August, many recreational events are still scheduled to take place. August brings much excitement as Wallingford will host two major athletic tournaments. First is the Silver Anniversary edition of the TWIST Youth Soccer Tournament. This tournament begins August 15th and hosts many local teams as well as teams from Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey. We will see talented soccer players demonstrate their outstanding skills as they play on Town fields as well as Choate fields
Second is the 13th Annual Tri-Town Classic Adult Softball Tournament hosting the top men and women’s softball teams from Wallingford, Meriden, and Southington. This tournament will be held on Saturday, August 29th (rain date August 30th) at Westside Field.
If you want to support a good cause and enjoy good food, be sure to attend the Rotary Chicken Barbecue on the Gaylord Hospital grounds on Saturday, August 8th from 1-6:00 p.m..
A reminder that Weber and Gannon Youth Basketball registration for Wallingford residents will be taking place August 3rd through August 21st at the Parks and Recreation Department. This league has had 1100 participants in each of the past three years.
All boys and girls ages 8-15 are invited to attend the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick sponsored by the NFL Flag League, Wallingford Vikings Junior Football and the Parks and Recreation Department on Wednesday, August 19th at 6:30 p.m. at Pragemann Park. Please contact the Recreation Department for additional information.
The Fall 2009 Parks and Recreation Guide will be in your homes in mid August. You can look forward to many interesting, relaxing and fun offerings for the whole family.
Enjoy the month of August!
Sincerely,
William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Mayor
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Mayor's Corner Meriden
Favorite Childhood memory
I grew up in a suburb of Rochester, NY near Irondequoit Bay which fed into Lake Ontario. My childhood was spent playing sports with my friends, and fishing and boating in Irondequoite Bay. Back in those days, it was common for us to leave the house early in the morning for our daily adventures and not return until supper. We never missed supper!
One day, my younger brother and I were exploring a creek along the bay and we came upon an old rowboat adrift in the weeds. What a find! We located some oars and spent many hours fishing and bow fishing for carp and garpike. Although the old boat was barely seaworthy, that didn't stop us from exploring every inch of the bay and her many inlets. We were a modern day Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn as my brother and I looked forward to our forays on the bay. There's something very tranquil about bobbing in a rowboat on the glistening waters of a bay with sea gulls overhead, fish splashing, and puffy clouds lazily crossing a blue sky. Yes, we had it made!
But all good things must come to an end. One day when we went to get our boat, it was missing. When we first found the boat, we had assumed that it had been abandoned due to its poor condition. This was a bad assumption. As we came to find out, the boat actually had an owner on the other side of the bay. The boat came loose from its mooring and drifted several miles to where we had found it. He had been looking for his boat and reclaimed it. So this marked the end of our boating days on the bay until years later when my dad bought a motor boat for the family. But I will never forget those boyhood adventures with our rowboat.
As I think back on those days, I feel sadness for a bygone era. How many parents today would or could let their young children loose for the day to paddle around a bay in an old rowboat? All of us are now consumed with children's safety for a host of real and imagined threats. Not that this is wrong or bad but it does foreclose any chance for the children of today to experience the carefree days of old that my brother and I enjoyed growing up.
Enjoy the beautiful days of summer.
Mike Rohde
Mayor
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Summer Camps from Wallingford Park and Recreation
4168.300 HOOP HOUSE BASKETBALL CAMP o FOR BOYS & GIRLS 7-15yrs
"Play basketball, have fun" is our motto as fundamentals are taught daily by Mike Papale, Joe Gaetano and other area coaches. Camp features: daily contests, drills & stations, team trophies and a camp T-shirt. Campers will be divided into age and skill level groups. Camp held at the Rec Dept.'s Hoop House Gym. Each camper should bring a lunch daily. For more info stop by the office and pick up a camp brochure. Session 3 girls only.
4168.302 Session 2 August 3 - August 7
4168.304 Session 3 August 10 - August 14
Fee: $185 per session, $165 each additional session, 2 or more family members$165 each.
Staff: Mike Papale, Director Weber Basketball League and Joe Gaetano, Sheehan Boys Varsity Coach.
SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS
2004.310 PLAY WELL LEGO CAMP PRE - ENGINEERING AGES 5 - 6yrs
In this fun and age appropriate environment, we will use LEGO to create, play, and learn. Build a city, town or star base with houses, buildings, pyramids, bridges, tunnels, towers and more. Build motorized cars, trains, buses and trucks; race them, crash them, repair them. Explore the many possibilities of LEGO building systems while learning useful construction techniques.When: August 10th - 14th 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: Exit 7AInstructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff Fee: $130
2004.320 PLAY WELL LEGO CAMP PRE - ENGINEERING AGES 5 - 6yrs
Using LEGO we'll explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Learn how to design and build motorized machines, catapults, demolition derby cars, truss and suspension bridges, buildings, and other constructions. Each session will include directed projects with instruction, performance oriented projects with guidance from our staff. Free building time will be available to construct that "really great project" with HUGE quantities of LEGO. These are fun, challenging, hands on and minds on camps suitable for LEGO novices to "maniacs".
When: August 10th - 14th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Exit 7A Instructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff Fee: $130
Register at Wallingford Park and Rec - 6 Fairfield Boulevard 203.294.2120
Twilight Tunes
Wednesday evenings on the Wallingford Parade Grounds Sponsored by Wallingford Parks & Recreation & Stop and Shop 7:00 - 8:30pm
Wednesday August 5, "The Blue Agaves" Rock music, ranging from the Beatles to Pat Benetar. You will be greeted with the powerful, yet, soulful vocals of Carissa, the guitar meets the vocals of Johnny, the rhythmic motley of Jim, the lead guitar expressions of Vinny and the basest bass tones of Egan. The Blue Agaves appeal to a wide range of audiences and are perfect for a summer evening.
Wednesday August 12 " The Spectacles" Featuring three female vocalists and a solid rhythm section. "The Spectacles" are a versatile, energetic and fun band. Their music consists of popular dance tunes from the 1940's to current hits including a unique performance of classic rock, disco, swing, Motown and standards.
Wednesday August 19 "The Funk Brokers Band" The primary objective of Funk Brokers Inc. is to inject the songs you know with bodacious amounts of groove, funk, soul and vibe. Agents of the FBI pledge to protect you from stale, note-for-note renditions of tunes you've heard so many times. Our detectives uncover the best tunes then put a funky spin on them.
MAX E. MURAVNICK
MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 55 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
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The Connecticut AARP Tax-Aide program is seeking volunteers to provide one-on-one help in the preparation of income tax returns. Computer literate volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. Tax Counseling for the Elderly is a free, confidential service run by volunteers who prepare Federal and Connecticut tax returns. The service is offered by appointment on the mezzanine level of the Senior Center on Wednesdays from February to April each year. If you would like to join the Meriden AARP Income Tax Team to help in this rewarding volunteer work, please call Meriden Tax-Aide Coordinator Frank Spinelli at 237-6978.
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Sign-ups are now being accepted for the next session of the AARP Driver Safety Program at the Senior Center on Wednesday, November 4 and Friday, November 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Class participants will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and much more in this 8-hour course. Successful completion of the classroom course also entitles you to a discount on your automobile insurance premiums. The course fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Reservations can be made by calling the Senior Center at 237-0066.
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The Senior Center is continuing to take applications from Meriden residents for the Rent Relief Program sponsored by the State of Connecticut. The program provides eligible renters with money back on their 2008 rent and utilities based on their income and expenses. To be eligible, applicants must have been 65 or over as of December 31, 2008 or be enrolled in Social Security Disability. Proof of 2008 income, rent and utilities must be presented at the time the application is filed. Income limits are $30,500 for a single person and $37,300 for a married couple. Applications are completed daily at the Senior Center from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM until September 15. For further information or any questions about the rules and requirements of the Rent Relief Program call the Senior Center at 237-0066.
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A Bridge Club is now meeting each Wednesday at 1:00 PM at the Senior Center to enjoy a few hours of cards. The group meets every Wednesday, except for the third Wednesday of the month, and new players are welcome and encouraged to attend! Also, each Tuesday at 12:30 PM Senior Center members gather for a few games of Scrabble and newcomers are welcome. Both activities are held in the First Floor Meeting Room at the Senior Center and free parking is available in the Hanover Street Parking Lot across from the rear entrance to the Senior Center.
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For a complete listing of all Senior Center classes, activities, trips and meal menus, pick-up a copy of our newsletter available on the first of each month at the reception desk in the front lobby. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
John F. Hogarth
Senior Center Director
July 24, 2009
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Wallingford Senior Center
AUGUST 2009 Edition
Our monthly newsletter can be read in its entirety the first of each month on our website at http://www.wlfdseniorctr.com/
INTERGENERATIONAL SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP WSC
Three activities have been planned for members and their grandchildren/ great-grand-children at Camp WSC! Pre-registration is required for each activity, and members without grandchildren are welcome to sign up too!
Summer Craft Fun
Monday, August 10, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Come create a cool sun craft! Our large wooden sun will be painted with bright colors and designs. We’ll use decorative papers and learn some paper sculpture tricks, too! Then we’ll add wire and beads to make him shine. Our instructor is Kim Larkin. The fee is $7.00 per craft project. Pre-registration is required.
Father Goose’s Tales by Nappy’s Puppets
Wednesday, August 12, 1:00 PM
There’s trouble when Mother Goose is away for the day and Father Goose has to take care of all her chores, including the storytelling. But try as he might he just can’t seem to get those stories right. Father Goose's Tales is an amusing, modern re-telling of rhymes, stories and children’s songs designed to entertain the whole family. Please sign up.
Make a Summer Mobile!
Monday, August 17, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Under the guidance of Kim Larkin, create a summer mobile made up of fun summer shapes! Fish, beach balls, ice cream cones, and more will be painted and hung on our mobiles. Sports fans can add soccer balls, baseballs, etc. to your mobiles, too. Ribbon, beads and more will decorate this summer project. The fee is $7.00 per craft project. Pre-registration required.
LEARN HOW TO FENG SHUI YOUR SPACE!
Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 AM
Feng Shui (pronounced fung-shway) is an ancient art and science that reveals how to balance the energies of any given space to assure the health and good fortune of the people inhabiting the space. Come learn how Feng Shui can bring more harmony into your life and your home. This program, presented by Krista Polinsky, CFSP, is sponsored by The Regency House of Wallingford.
STARS PROGRAM
(Seniors Together Achieve Results Successfully)
Wednesday, August 5, 10:00 AM
We are looking for enthusiastic members who would like to share their talents, skills, ideas and leadership abilities. Your participation is important in order to be able to continue to offer high caliber programs and activities of interest to our members. If you are interested in learning more about the STARS Program, please join us for our first meeting on August 5.
COMEDY CENTRAL AND KARAOKE NIGHT
August 27, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
The Great Room will be filled with the sound of laughter and music as local talent takes center stage at Lake View Cabaret’s Comedy Central and Karaoke Night. Tell a joke, funny story or sing a song – this is your opportunity to shine! Please sign up in advance if you want to be part of the show!
AGING: WHAT TO EXPECT
Thursday, August 20, 10:00 AM
Aging is a process! Sister Suzanne Gross, FSE, Administrator, Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care, will present an interesting and refreshing synopsis of “aging” as an attitude and a journey of life on August 20, at 10:00 AM. Her presentation will address the medical, psychological, physical and spiritual needs of the aging person. Marie Laffin, RN, Clinical Director, will share community resources and services available to seniors. Coffee and homemade Franciscan rolls or bread will be provided. Please sign up if you plan to attend.
RESUME WRITING AND UPDATING
Thursday, August 6, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Looking for a new career or a part time job? Experts say your résumé has only eight seconds to catch an employer's attention. Jill Ferrall, Assistant Dean, Career Services at Quinnipiac University will show you how to prepare and update a résumé that gets noticed. Please bring a copy of your current résumé if you have one. Sign-up is required.
LIVING WILLS AND TRUSTS
August 6, 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Daniel Tully, Esq. is an elder law attorney who understands the need for support and accurate information when planning for the future. Attorney Tully’s presentation on Living Wills and Living Trusts will help you with any concerns and questions you may have. Please sign up at front desk.
SENIOR OUTING at HOLIDAY HILL
Monday, August 24, 2009
The 25th Annual Statewide Senior Outing at Holiday Hill in Cheshire will be held August 24, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event offers abundant food and fun, musical entertainment by Vinnie Carr, bingo, raffles, heated pools, bocce, and mini-golf. Tickets are $27.00 per person. The last day to order tickets through the Senior Center is August 4. Transportation is not included.
SOCIAL SERVICES
IN ORDER TO SERVE YOU BETTER, PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER, EILEEN FLYNN, AT 265 7753. THANK YOU.
VETERANS SERVICES
Tuesday, August 25, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
George Messier, Veterans Services Officer for the Town of Wallingford, will be available to answer questions and assist with benefit information. An appointment is required. Please call 265 7753.
BENEFITS SCREENING
Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Do you often wonder if you might be eligible for any State or Federal Programs? Benefits QuickLINK is a free and confidential program which can quickly screen for eligibility. Supporting Documents are not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: 1. Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity, water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses not covered by health insurance). 3. Asset information (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions. Registration required. Call now 265 7753 to schedule an appointment.
MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM
The Medicare Savings Program assists individuals who meet the income and asset guidelines to pay their Medicare Part B premium of $96.40. The guidelines for this year are as follows:
INCOME ASSETS
Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB)
Single $1,181.00 $4,000.00
Couple $1,771.00 $6,000.00
Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)
Single $1,361.50 $4,000.00
Couple $2,014.00 $6,000.00
Additional Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (ALMB/QI)
Single $1,497.05 No Cap
Couple $2,196.25 No Cap
If you fall within these guidelines, the State may be able to pay the $96.40 premium. Please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753 to schedule an appointment or to receive additional information.
ConnPACE
ConnPACE is the State of Connecticut Pharmaceutical Program and the guidelines change each year. The Income Limit for 2009 is: Single person $25,100.00 year, Couple Income $33,800.00. This includes all forms of income, such as Social Security, Pension, Interest or dividend income, etc. There is no asset limit at this time. For additional information or an appointment, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753
FOOD STAMP PROGRAM (SNAP)
The State Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly the Food Stamp Program) has changed its eligibility criteria effective July 1, 2009. Income limits have been increased and there is no asset limit when applying for this program.
•Single Income: $1670.00 month •Couple Income: $2247.00 month
For more information or to schedule an appointment to apply for this program, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker at 265 7753.
DO YOU RECEIVE A PENSION?
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT PENSION WITHHOLDING
Pensioners do not qualify for the Making Work Pay Credit unless they have earned income. However, the new withholding tables apply to all taxpayers, including pensioners. The withholding tables decreased Federal Tax withholdings on pensions, too. If you receive a pension, you may want to contact your accountant, tax preparer, go to your local IRS Office or use the IRS.Gov for help. The IRS has a withholding calculator that pensioners and others can use to make sure enough tax is being withheld from their pay.
ASK AN ATTORNEY
Thursday, August 13, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Appointments are available to get free legal advice from Attorney Daniel Tully. Please call 265 7753 to reserve your appointment.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
NO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING IN AUGUST. HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
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