Fun and Food: August Events at The Woodbridge Center
Upcoming Programs and Activities
In-person Lunch
($5 for Woodbridge residents, $6 for non-residents, unless otherwise noted)
Tuesdays, select Thursdays, 12 pm
The Center Café
Please RSVP with The Center 203-389-3430 by noon the day before.
Upcoming lunches will be offered as follows:
August:
- 8/1 Lunch & Learn: Backyard Birds of Connecticut – see details below;
- 8/6 Choice of sub: Italian with provolone cheese or chicken salad;
- 8/8 Lunch & Craft: Silk Scarf Painting – see details below;
- 8/13 Choice of sub: turkey or tuna;
- 8/15 Zuppardi’s Pizza and Beer (root) – see details below;
- 8/20 Choice of sub: roast beef or egg salad;
- 8/22 Summer Luncheon Beach Party - see details below;
- 8/27 Choice of sub: BLT or cranberry walnut chicken salad;
- 8/29 Choice of sub: turkey club or egg salad.
Free – Lunch & Learn: Backyard Birds of Connecticut
Thursday, August 1, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
The Center Café
Enjoy lunch followed by an educational presentation about birds commonly found in CT. Learn unique features that identify CT birds, along with their migration habits, and the best feeders to use to attract specific species. The presentation will be given by Tom Kosturko of Compassion Home Care, with Compassion Home Care providing lunch. Please call to register.
Free – Lunch & Craft: Silk Scarf Painting - FULL
Thursday, August 8, 12-1 pm
The Center Café
Enjoy a complimentary lunch and then unleash your inner artist in this fun silk scarf painting class. You will leave with a beautiful ready-to-wear silk scarf, designed and painted by you! No artistic ability needed. Sponsored by Danielle Ramos of Milford Health & Rehabilitation Center and Jane Fisher of Oasis Senior Advisors. Space is limited.
Trip – Thimble Islands Cruise and Lunch at Stoney Creek Brewery - FULL
Monday, August 12
Van departs The Center at 10:00 am
Cost: $22 (Includes cruise and $5 pp suggested donation for transportation) + self-pay for lunch at the restaurant
Meet at The Center then continue to Branford to enjoy a 45 minute narrated tour of the Thimble Islands aboard the Sea Mist. After the tour, enjoy lunch at the Stony Creek Brewery. Space is limited.
NEW! Coffee and Conversation with First Selectman, Mica Cardozo
Wednesday, August 14, 9:30 – 10:30 am
The Center Café
First Selectman, Mica Cardozo, will be available the second Wednesday of the month for coffee and casual conversation. Bring your questions, comments, and concerns to discuss with First Selectman Cardozo. Please RSVP with The Center 203-389-3430 and share any topics you may be interested in learning more about.
Zuppardi’s Pizza and Beer (Root) with August Birthday Celebrations
Thursday, August 15, 12-1 pm
The Center Café
Cost: $5 for residents, $6 for non-residents – no takeout
Enjoy two slices of pizzeria-style cheese pizza from Zuppardi’s with a side salad, every 3rd Thursday of the month. Diet and regular root beer, coffee and tea included. Then celebrate all August birthdays with cupcakes or cake provided by Hamden Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Please RSVP by noon the day before.
Summer Luncheon Beach Party
Thursday, August 22, 12-1 pm
RSVP by August 15
The Center Café
Cost: $6 for Woodbridge residents, $7 for non-residents
Celebrate summer with a barbeque chicken lunch catered by Billy’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream and Marketplace, mocktails, and live music performed by local musical artist Steve Bettencourt. Lunch will include coleslaw, corn bread, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Support the beach vibes by coming in your Hawaiian or Florida attire. Amston Home Transition Solutions is sponsoring this event to help defray costs.
Free - Ask a Cardiology PA (Physician’s Assistant) Program with Becket Greten-Harrison
Thursday, August 22, 11 am – 12 pm
The Center Consultation Office in The Center Café
Becket Greten-Harrison, PA and founder of Hearts at Home, will be available the 4th Thursday of each month to help answer questions and concerns about your health, check vital signs including blood pressure and perform a brief exam upon request. EKG monitoring is also available. Consultations are private, informal, and strictly confidential. No notes or other personal information will be saved. Please call for appointment – walk-ins welcome.
Free Art Workshop – Make a Pressed Flower Lantern
Monday, August 26, 1 pm
The Center Café
Bring flowers from your yard/garden to make a pressed flower lantern. Flowers will be available if needed. All materials and instructions will be provided by Hamden Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. All crafting abilities are welcome. Please call The Center to register.
Ice Cream Excursion Series: Wells Hollow Creamery
Thursday, August 29
Van leaves The Center at 2:00 pm
Beat the heat this summer with monthly outings to local ice cream shops. The third trip will be to Wells Hollow Creamery in Shelton. Self-pay for the treat of your choice at the creamery. Dairy-free options are available. $3.00 per person (suggested donation) for transportation. Please call to register by August 26. Space is limited. A bonus excursion will take place in September - stay tuned for more details.
Bingo!
Every Tuesday, 12:45 pm
The Center Café
$1 fee per 10 game book
Bingo at The Center is sure to be a fun time with our very own Rose as the caller! Cash prizes dependent on number of cards sold. Must be over the age of 60 to participate. Bring your own dabber or purchase one for $2. Please call to register.
Free - Tech Assistance
Need help navigating your computer, laptop, tablet, or smart phone? Call to sign-up for a 1:1 session in The Center’s computer lab with patient, knowledgeable, local high school student volunteers.
Art Exhibit
The Center Café
The July exhibit continues to feature a beautiful array of artwork by participants of The Center’s Painting for Pleasure class. Please stop by to view the works of these talented artists and to find out how to join the Painting for Pleasure class which will resume September 16, on Mondays from 10 am – 12 pm.
Free - Lounge Library
The Center Lounge
Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm
Be sure to stop by The Center’s Library in the lounge this summer and pick up a book or two for yourself or your grands! The Center’s Library, maintained by the Friends of the Library, has added a grandchildren’s section for clients who have grandchildren/great-grandchildren visiting. You can also grab a coupon for your (great) grandchildren to go shopping for a free book at the Friends’ Bookstore located in the Town Library.
Regular Programs:
Exercise
Aerobics Class with Laura Richling
Drop in, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 am
Tuesdays: The Center Café
Thursdays: The Library Meeting Room
Fee: $3.00 cash/check payable at the start of each class
Come enjoy a complete cardio and strength training workout to music. Bring your own 1- or 2-pound hand weights, if you have them, to use during the class. Not sure if the class is right for you? T ry a complimentary class first!
Outdoor Pickleball
Every Day
Outdoors on the Town Tennis Courts
Annual fee: $20 for residents, $25 for non-residents
The annual fee includes indoor play after the gym renovation is complete. Please make sure your dues are current to obtain the lock code for the nets and deck boxes. Call for more information.
Hobbies/Social
Bridge
Wednesdays, 1-4 pm
The Center Café
Seasoned bridge players are welcome to play bridge every Wednesday in The Center Café. No partner required. Please call The Center prior to first attendance.
Mahjong
Drop in, Mondays, 12:30 – 2:30 pm
The Center Lounge
Experienced mahjong players are invited to participate every Monday (and select other days) in The Center Lounge. Beginner players meet Wednesdays, at 1 pm. No experience is required. Please call before attending the first class.
Pinochle
Drop in, Thursdays, 1:30-4 pm
The Center Lounge
Anyone interested in playing pinochle, or learning to play pinochle, is invited to join. Please call The Center prior to first attendance.
Stitch Craft
Drop in, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 am - 12 pm
The Center Lounge
Bring your current knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other craft project to work on while having an enjoyable time socializing.
Services Offered
Free - Tech Assistance
Need help navigating your computer, laptop, tablet, or smart phone? Call to sign-up for a 1:1 session in The Center’s computer lab with patient, knowledgeable, local high school student volunteers.
Computer Lab
Drop-in
Computers and laptops are located for use in room 11, 2nd floor in the Center Building, Monday through Friday, 10 am - 2 pm. Printing is available (first 5 pages free).
Transportation
(Woodbridge residents only)
Those 60 years of age and older, or who are temporarily or permanently disabled, may call to arrange car or wheelchair accessible van transportation to medical appointments to 17 surrounding towns, local grocery shopping, banking, pharmacy pick-up, and social engagements. This service is provided Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm based on availability.
Delivered Meals
(Woodbridge residents only)
Healthy, well balanced, flash frozen meals for $10.00/meal are available for delivery. Order by 4 pm on Monday for delivery to your home during the same week. Choose from a wide variety of options including lasagna, crab stuffed tilapia, and turkey pot pie. Meals include a roll, fresh fruit, and dessert. Two meal minimum order with a ten-meal limit. A wide variety of frozen soups are also available for $2.00 per 8 oz. container. Please call for more information.
Friendly Visitor Program
(Woodbridge residents only)
Call the Human Services Social Worker at 203-389-3429 to arrange for a friendly visitor.
Medical Loan Closet
(Woodbridge residents only)
Durable medical equipment, including walkers, wheelchairs, knee rollers, shower chairs, and more, is available for lending. Donations of wheelchairs are needed. Call for details.
Job Bank
(Woodbridge residents only)
Residents may call Nancy Pfund, Youth Services Director, at 203-389-3429, to hire a student worker. Schedule now for yard work, party assistance, baby-sitting, and more.
Thank you to all of our sponsors including
Sponsored Coffee Bar
The Center Café, no charge
Stop by The Center between the hours of 9 am – 4 pm and enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea at no charge. The August coffee bar is generously sponsored by Mary Lee Barker and Robert Perelman.
Call or stop by The Center to learn how you can be a Coffee Bar Sponsor.
Super Sponsor Wall @ The Center café
“Super Sponsors” for the month of August include the following:
- Whitney Rehabilitation and Health Care Center;
- Coachman Square at Woodbridge.
“Super Sponsors” provide a monthly contribution to support The Center in exchange for a 24”x 36” advertisement display on The Center’s Sponsor Wall. Call The Center to find out how your business can advertise on the Super Sponsor Wall.
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