EVENTS & OUTINGS CALENDAR JUNE 26, 2017 July 2, 2017 July 4 th 4 th of July Patio party with Ellen July 5 th. Elizabeth park evening swing concert July 11 th. 1 st Concert in our Summer Concert Series! With entertainers, Willie and Jan **CHECK THE SIGN-UP BOOK FOR UPCOMING EVENTS! **THE AIR CONDITIONING IS ON PLEASE DRESS ACCORDINGLY WHEN ATTENDING ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY ROOMS **FOR ALL THOSE WHO ENJOY SOAKING UP THE SUN DURING THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER. DON T FORGET TO KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED **TRANSPORTATION REQUESTS TO MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS REQUIRE 48 HOUR (2 WORKDAYS) ADVANCE NOTICE WE GREATLY APPRECIATE IT!
Monday, JUNE 26, 2017 10:30 AM ROSE GARDEN AT ELIZABETH PARK Take pleasure in the beauty that summertime has to offer at Elizabeth Park! Come smell the roses! 11:30 AM SIT N FIT WITH BETTY Stretching and strengthening exercises, energized with music, Betty s class will put some pep in your step! 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM THE SUNDRY SHOP IS OPEN! Stop by the Sundry Shop, our Shopkeepers are more than happy to help you find what you need! 12:15 PM AFTERNOON SOCIAL WITH KATELYN It s important to keep hydrated during the dog days of summer. Stop in for a quick beverage and light snack! 1:00 PM CURRENT EVENTS WITH KATELYN So much going on in the world today, and in our own backyard! Come Join the discussion! 2:00 PM MEMBER COUNCIL MEETING This is the perfect opportunity to let your voice be heard! SummerWood managers will give brief department updates and the meeting will continue for members to discuss SummerWood member s ideas or concerns. All members are strongly encouraged to attend. 3:00 PM WORD MINING Whether you re learning it for the first time or a seasoned player, you will enjoy this cognitive challenge; look out because it can be very addicting! 8:00 PM MONDAY NIGHT MOVIE: LEGALLY BLONDE (2001) Romantic/Comedy PG-13 96 minutes Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & Activity Book
Tuesday, JUNE 27, 2017 9:00 AM BRIDGE AT WEST HARTFORD SENIOR CENTER 10:00 AM FINE ART WITH PAUL Join Paul, our experienced art instructor, for a morning art project of your choice.work on a painting, or sculpture... whatever you choose, Paul will help guide you to create your own masterpiece! 11:30 AM YOGA WITH PAM Pam s class is fashioned with our members in mind, by performing Yoga right from your chair! 12:30 PM PROSSER LIBRARY LECTURE: DELIGHTS OF BALLET Join arts enthusiast Jack Brin for the films, Nijinsky and Ballet Russes, Part 1, followed by a lively conversation. 1:00 PM FOREIGN LANGUAGE MATINEE MOVIE: LEMON TREE (2008) Foreign/Drama NR 106 minutes Starring: Hiam Abbass, Rona Lipaz-Michael *Movie in Hebrew with English Subtitles 3:10 PM SENIOR VOICES: EXPRESSING YOURSELF THROUGH POETRY WITH ANDY WEIL THE GRASS IS ALWAYS GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FENCE Is that statement true? Or does it just seem that way? Something to think and write about. THE CENTER THE CENTER 8:00 PM FOREIGN LANGUAGE ENCORE: LEMON TREE *Movie in Hebrew with English Subtitles
Wednesday, JUNE 28, 2017 10:30 AM ARTS & CRAFTS WITH LINDA Linda is back and ready to share a fun craft with our members! Join her in the Center where she will help you with a creative and fun project. 11:30 AM SIT N FIT WITH BETTY Make exercise a part of your daily routine. Participation at your own pace as Betty guides you through a program that will energize you! 12:45 PM WEDNESDAY WESTERN MOVIE: RED RIVER (1948) Action/Adventure NR 133 minutes Starring: John Wayne, Montgomery Clift 1:00 PM THE AUXILIARY OF HEBREW HEALTHCARE PRESENTS: A CARD & GAME PARTY Enjoy an afternoon with friends playing a game of cards or a competitive game of Rummicub, or other challing game of choice! Members have pre-registered in the sign up book. Light refreshments will be served. 1:30 PM WII BOWLING WITH KATELYN Have you ever tried Wii Bowling? Join Katelyn in this fun game of Bowling that you can play while staying seated! All levels of expertise are welcome! 3:00 PM YIDDISH WITH CONNIE Come for some lively Israeli music, Yiddish storytelling and practice Yiddish with Connie and your neighbors! THE CENTER DINING ROOM PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 8:00 PM WEDNESDAY WESTERN ENCORE: RED RIVER
Thursday, JUNE 29, 2017 11:30 AM YOGA WITH GIA Yoga enhances flexibility, strength, coordination and poise. Additionally, did you know that yoga improves your quality of sleep? Breathing techniques help you revitalize and calm your mind and body. Don t miss out on starting your day off right with Gia! 1:00 PM HARTFORD JEWISH COMMUNITY STUDY DISCUSSION GROUP JMAP is a Jewish Community Study in Hartford that helps us navigate the future by understanding our current community (that includes you!) and its needs. Come take part in the lively discussion. *In order to attend members must sign Activity Book no later than Monday, June 27th 1:00 PM THURSDAY S ROMANTIC DRAMA: SENSE AND SENSIBILITIES Based on a Jane Austin novel (1995) Drama/Romance PG 137 minutes Starring: Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, Hugh Grant PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 8:00 PM THURSDAY S ROMANTIC DRAMA ENCORE: SENSE AND SENSIBILITIES Based on a Jane Austin novel
Friday, JUNE 30, 2017 9:15 AM ERRANDS & SHOPPING: BISHOPS CORNER 1 ST DEPARTURE Big Y, Crown Market, Marshalls, Harvey & Lewis. Refer to Activity Book for a full listing of stores available 10:15 AM ERRANDS & SHOPPING: BISHOPS CORNER 2 ND DEPARTURE 10:30 AM FRIDAYS WITH KATELYN! MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Meditation improves concentration, blood flow, relieves stress and helps reduce blood pressure. It will help you find a calm place within yourself. 11:30 AM MORNING CHAIR YOGA Stay in the Wellness Center for a special Friday morning chair yoga class. 1:00 PM JUNE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION & ENTERTAINMENT WITH PETER POIRIER It s time to celebrate the birthday milestones of friends and neighbors who were born in the month of May. Enjoy the musical sounds of Peter Poirier, some birthday cake and ice cream too! Everyone is invited. Don t be late! 3:00 PM GAMES WITH FRIENDS Plan to meet with your friends, in the Café, for a challenging game of your choice. 8:12 PM CANDLE LIGHTING DINING ROOM & FRONT LOBBY
Saturday, July 1, 2017 9:45 AM TRANSPORTATION TO SYNAGOGUE SERVICE Please refer to Activity Sign Up Book for specific listing of Synagogues, departure times and return times. 11:30 AM SATURDAY FIT CLUB WITH BETH Beth offers you the opportunity to attend an exercise class that will help you maintain balance, strength and increase your range of motion. A great way to begin your weekend! 12:00 PM SNACKS & SNEAK PEEK OF THE WEEK Enjoy a cool beverage, a snack and great conversation with your friends and neighbors. Don t forget to check for next week s Events & Outings Calendar, now available in your mailbox, in the Center. 1:30 PM SATURDAY AT THE MOVIES: BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS Based on a play by Neil Simon (1986) Comedy/Drama PG-13 110 minutes Starring: Blythe Danner, Judy Ivey Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book. 8:00 PM SATURDAY MOVIE ENCORE: BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS Based on a play by Neil Simon Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book. 9:21 PM SHABBAT ENDS
Sunday, July 2, 2017 9:45 AM TRANSPORT TO RELIGIOUS SERVICE 11:00 AM EXERCISE WITH LIZ Have fun and move through a variety of exercises designed to improve balance, increase strength, encourage muscle endurance and range of motion. It s important to keep moving and active, even on the weekend! 12:00 PM BINGO WITH ELLEN Bring your dollar, try your luck and see if today is the day you get to shout BINGO! 1:30 PM ON THE BIG SCREEN: SWEENEY TODD IN CONCERT (2001) Contemporary Stage/Musical NR 132 minutes Starring: George Hearn, Patti LuPone Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book 8:00 PM ENCORE! SWEENEY TODD IN CONCERT Full synopsis posted in the Lobby & in the Activity Book.