Mini Bus Trips: All trips require five passengers and weather permitting. Please call 860-668-3844 to make a reservation.
- Thursday, December 7 – Shopping at Walmart; pickups begin at 8:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, December 12 – Waniewski Farm; pickups begin at 8:30 a.m.
- The Gathering Ground Lunch; pickups begin at 11 a.m.
- Bright Nights in Forest Park; pickups begin at 5 p.m.
- Monday, December 18 – Lunch at Jimmy Chen’s Asian Cuisine; pickups begin at 11:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, December 19 – Shopping at Westfarms Mall; pickups begin at 9 a.m.
- Thursday, December 21 – Shopping at Trader Joe’s; pickups begin at 8:30 a.m.
- Thursday, December 28 – Shopping at Walmart; pickups begin at 8:30 a.m.
- Lunch at Lulu’s; pickups begin at 11:30 a.m.
- NO Bus – Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26 & Monday, January 1
Lunch Menus:Further information on lunch menus can be found by contacting the Senior Center at 860-668-3844.
Annual Holiday Party Sponsored by the Suffield Police Department
Wednesday, December 20 noon – 2: p.m.
Join us for a fun filled afternoon as a fundraiser for the Senior Center Kitchen including lunch and followed by BINGO! $10 per Person. Reservation required.
Holiday Haircuts by Rosemarie Patterson
Monday, December 18 -9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$15 per haircut. Appointment required.
The Magic of 2024! Family Night Fun
Friday, January 5 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Celebrate the start of the New Year with a little magic with your friends and family. Enjoy pizza and salad dinner, magical crafts and enjoy a dazzling magic show! Register at sufeldseniorcenter.com or call 860- 668-3862.
Consultation & Resources Available
- Ask The Attorney: Neil Kraner and Marcia Hess of Kraner & Hess Attorneys offer one on one free legal consultation appointments. They are available for 20-minute appointments from 10 a.m. – noon the first Thursday of each month. To schedule an appointment please call 860-668-8830.
- Ask The Realtor: Stephanie Salerno of The Stephanie Salerno Team Coldwell Banker Realty offer one on one appointments. This free consultation is an opportunity to ask any real estate related questions you may have! Stephanie and her team are available for 30-minute appointments from 8 a.m. – noon the second Tuesday of each month. To schedule an appointment please call 860-668-8830.
- Choices Counseling: Sherri Burger, CHOICES Counselor, offers free 30-minute appointments the First Tuesday of each month. CHOICES appointments are available to those enrolled in or looking to enroll in Medicare, turning 65 or having other health insurance and are eligible for Medicare. To schedule an appointment please call 860-668-8830.
- Veterans Assistance: Fritz King is the town’s Municipal Veterans Representative, offering assistance with veterans programs and resources. Fritz is available from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Senior Center and can be reached at 860-758-0418 or via email at veterans@suffieldct.gov
Craft Classes – Register at suffieldseniorcenter.com or call 860-668-3862
- Card Making: Second Tuesday of each month. 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Hosted by Karenoughcrafts & Boutique. To register, please call 860-836-1326 or email karen@karenoughcrafts.com
- Floral Design: December 12 Morning Class 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Evening Class 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $30 per person per Class.
- Ornament Making Class: Thursday, December 14 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Hosted by Karenoughcrafts & Boutique. To register, please call 860-836-1326 or email karen@karenoughcrafts.com
- Painting Class: December 15; 10 a.m. – noon. Residents; $30, nonresidents per person per class.
- Pottery Class: December 18; 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. $10 per person.
Exercise Programs – Register at suffieldseniorcen ter.com or call 860- 668-3862
- Active & Fit – Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:50 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.
- Active & Fit Advanced – Mondays and Wednesdays 10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
- Active & Fit Advanced Fridays – Fridays 10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
- Beat Parkinson’s Today – Mondays 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Call 860-918-9594 or visit beatpdtoday.com to register.
- Chair Stretch – Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Chair Strength – Thursdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Pilates With Yoga – Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9: a.m. – 10 a.m.
- Tai Chi – Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Health Screenings & Services
Blood Pressure Screenings: Second and Fourth Wednesday of each month 11 a.m. – noon. Sponsored by Suffield Community Aid.
Chair Massages: Available by appointment the Second Thursday of each month. To schedule an appointment please call 860-668-8830.
Foot Care: Available by appointment the Fourth Wednesday of each month 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. $35 fee payable to the nurse. To schedule an appointment please call 860-668-8830.
Hearing Screenings: Free hearing screenings and services provided by NOVA Hearing Services by appointment. To schedule an appointment please call 860-916-6169.
Director’s Corner
Season’s Greetings! As the winter season approaches and the holiday season draws near, Suffield’s resources present us with ample opportunities to extend compassion to those in need. This blessing is immeasurable and enables us to spread warmth and kindness to those who may require it. May the spirit of generosity continue to thrive and warm many hearts during this magical time of the year.
With the winter season approaching, please be reminded that opening delays and closing statuses will be shared on WFSB Channel 3 and Facebook. Please follow the Suffield Senior Center Facebook page (@suffieldseniorcenter) to see all the happenings here and around town. A friendly reminder that the Senior Center will be closed the last week of December, Monday, December 25 – Friday, December 29.
On behalf of the staff of the Suffield Senior Center & Mini Bus, I wish you and your families a joyous holiday season, and a happy New Year!
