Valentine Gnomes Craft Workshop

A group of members had a delightful time creating charming pink gnomes to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Following their crafting session, they mingled and enjoyed their lunches together.

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Lunch & Learn with Lions Low Vision Center

Twenty-one members and guests recently had the pleasure of meeting guest speaker, Steve Martin to hear about the services that are available to people who are dealing with low vision. You do not have to be legally blind to request the services of the Lions Low Vision Center. There is an application to be filled…

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A Festive Holiday Dinner at Langley’s

The grand success of our yearly festive dinner was evident as over 60 members and guests joyously gathered, including attendees from as far away as Massachusetts! The restaurant exuded a seasonal charm, adorned with white tablecloths, red napkins, and vibrant poinsettias. Everyone had a delightful time, and the festive spirit extended as eight fortunate members…

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Lunch and Learn with Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

On December 5, our Lunch & Learn speaker was Renee LaBonte from RSVP,  Retired & Senior Volunteer Program. This program is part of TVCCA, Thames Valley Council for Community Action, which is a local non-profit organization offering many services for those in need. The RSVP program looks for seniors 55+ to volunteer in the community…

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Holiday Craft Workshop

Tammy dehydrated sliced oranges, lemons, and limes in preparation for this month’s holiday craft.  Nine members gathered around the table, each with a handful of dried fruit, cranberries, bells, and ribbon. The room filled with the sweet smell of dried fruit as the crafters created their garlands and festive tunes played in the background. The…

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November Lunch & Learn – Non-24 Sleep/Wake Disorder

Approximately twelve individuals participated in the Lunch & Learn session held on November 28. Vicki Preddy, a Registered Nurse Educator, delivered an insightful presentation aimed at increasing awareness of the Sleep-Wake disorder, particularly prevalent in individuals with vision loss. This disorder interferes with the normal 24-hour circadian sleep and wake cycle, resulting in various sleep…

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Turkey Dinners Gobbled Up in Gales Ferry

Every November the Ledyard Lions Club hosts the Center’s monthly Dinner. It is one of the most anticipated events of the year. About 65 members and guests were served a sit-down meal beginning with a fruit cup and green salad. That was followed by full plates of oven-roasted turkey breast, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy,…

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Fall-oween Crafts

On October 10, several members had a BOO! of a time creating ghosts from white cloth and gooey mod podge. These creations came out really cute. Visit our Facebook page to see the photos. While sipping cider, and eating goodies, the group enjoyed lots of jokes and fun and laughter as Monster Mash and Thriller…

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Apple Picking at Holmberg’s Orchards

A few intrepid souls braved the hottest day of the year to pick apples at Holmberg’s Orchards in Gales Ferry. Apple varieties included Macintosh, Macouns, and Honeycrisp. After a picnic lunch a visit to the store was in order. Who can pass up the delicious Holmberg’s apple crisp and hard cider?

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Beautiful Day for a Picnic by the Sea

We couldn’t have asked for better weather for our picnic this year. The pavilions at Camp Harkness are a perfect place for our event. The sun was shining. The sky was blue and the air was comfortable. Members enjoyed hotdogs and hamburgers were expertly grilled by Chris and Tyler. In addition several members brought a…

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