Welcome to WOW's monthly newsletter! WOW is the Woodbury Library, Parks and Recreation Department and Senior Center's collaborative effort to bring free programs to Woodbury for people of all age's enjoyment. You can find more information on these programs and all WOW programs at
www.wowbury.org.
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Fall Fest 2018
Fall Festival is back! Join us to meander on Main Street on Sunday, September 30th. This festival features food trucks, vendors, artisans, non-profit and community groups, live music, and more.
Check out the full line up and get more information
here!
We are still in need of volunteers for the day of! You can sign up to volunteer by emailing Debbie at
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Passport in Place
Friday, September 7
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
Passport in Place is a riveting and experiential journey for seniors developed by Lia Jill Levitt (Ain't She Sweet) to experience the world through storytelling. Travel virtually everywhere from a safari in South Africa to a lovo (underground BBQ) in Fiji, to temples in South Korea. There is something for everyone to enjoy and experience. This program is one hour with a slideshow of stunning destinations and photographs which enhance the unique stories. This talk is co-sponsored by our friend Dana Christos of River Glen, snacks will be provided as well. Sign up by calling 203-263-2828.
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Walk Supporting Addiction Recovery
Friday, September 7
6:30 PM*
Hollow Park, 43 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT
The 11th Annual "Walk Supporting Addiction Recovery" kicks off networking, resources, live music and more at 5:30pm, with The Walk beginning at 6:30pm on Main Street South in Woodbury with a stop at the halfway point at a memorial set up for the now 32 loved ones lost to overdose from the towns of Woodbury and Bethlehem. Upon returning to The Hollow, an emotional candlelight vigil will be held to support the fighters, admire the survivors, honor the taken and encourage those in the struggle of addiction to never ever give up HOPE. There will be a variety of resources available at the Hollow for those looking for information on addiction as well.
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Cookbook Club: Busy Family Nights
Thursday, September 13
7:00 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
September's Cookbook Club features cookbooks by Giada De Laurentiis.
In her hit Food Network show Everyday Italian, Giada De Laurentiis shows you how to cook delicious, beautiful food in a flash. Create fabulous dinners for friends or just for the kids, with a minimum of fuss and a maximum of flavor.
Learn more by clicking
here
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Pig Roast
Friday, September 14
4:00 to 7:30 PM
Hollow Park
You're invited to a "pig" roast sponsored by the Woodbury Resident Trooper's Office and ASAP (Advocates for Substance Abuse Prevention). This free evening of food and fun is a great way to celebrate the end of summer and coming fall!
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Five Wishes & Advance Directives
Monday, September 17
2:30 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
Hosted by Hartford Hospital graduate nurses.
"Though we don't like to think about it, a change in health or an accident can happen to any of us. That's why it's important for all of us, regardless of age or health, to have a plan that documents our health care wishes in case we become unable to make important treatment decisions, or communicate choices. Five Wishes is changing the way we talk about advance care planning by focusing on what matters most to you", including your health, legal representatives, what is most important to you, any faith or religious practices you wish to be observed, and what you want people you love to know about you.
Call 203-263-2828 to reserve your seat at this important program .
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Fire Cider Event with the Grounded Goodwife
Tuesday, September 18th
6:30 PM
Glebe House
Join the Woodbury Library at the historic Glebe House for a bit of Woodbury history and lore, and a fire cider presentation by Woodbury's own Grounded Goodwife. Following a the Grounded Goodwife's presentation, the group will have a chance to make their own Fire Cider to take home, tour the beautiful Glebe House and learn what resources, from local history to homeopathy, can be found at the Library. It's a wonderful combination of three great Woodbury resources! Space is limited, register at
www.woodburylibraryct.org
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Teens Take Charge
Eight Weeks Starting Wednesday, September 19
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Woodbury Public Library
The Woodbury Public Library is hosting "Teens Take Charge" an empowerment program for girls in grades 6, 7, and 8. The program starts on Wednesday September 19, 2:30 - 4:00 and runs for eight weeks. Focusing on energizing and empowering topics such as dreams & goals, choices & consequences, bullying, peer pressure and more, the after school program is facilitated by Jessica Mulligan, Education Coordinator for Carolyn's Place. The secular program offers girls a chance to interact and discuss topics relevant to them. The program is free and includes snacks, games and crafts and registration is required. To register, visit the library's website at
www.woodburylibraryct.org or contact the Woodbury Library at 203-263-3502 for more information.
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The Woodbury Ukulele Band
Multiple Dates in September
Woodbury Senior Center is starting an intergenerational community ukulele band! Want to join the fun? You don't have to be a senior-
all ages are welcome.
The only pre-requisite is a desire to have fun, learn to play the ukulele, and a good send of humor. Come to one of these demo sessions (with or without a uke):
- Wednesday September 19-3 pm at Woodbury Public Library
- Friday September 21-2 pm at Woodbury Senior Community Center
- Friday September 21-7 pm at Woodbury Senior Community Center
Want to try before you buy a ukulele? You can check a ukulele out at the Woodbury Public Library with your library card!
Woodbury Ukulele Band's first meetup will be at the Woodbury Senior Community Center on Friday, October 5 at 7 p.m. Monthly meetings going forward to be determined by the group.
Questions? Call Loryn Ray at the Woodbury Senior Community Center at 203-263-2828 or visit the website at
www.woodburyukes.org.
The Woodbury Ukulele Band is made possible through a grant from the Woodbury Bethlehem Community Music Foundation.
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Pizza & A Movie!
Thursday, September 20
4:30 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
Enjoy a
FREE
pizza dinner, provided by
The Lutheran Home of Southbury
before our screening of
The Leisure Seeker
starring Helen Mirren and Donald Sutherland as a runaway couple going on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call The Leisure Seeker, travelling from Boston to The Ernest Hemingway Home in Key West. They recapture their passion for life and their love for each other on a road trip that provides revelation and surprise right up to the very end. Sign Up is a MUST and we will need to know if you're coming by September 13th. Also, please let us know if you're a Woodbury resident in need of the senior bus for transportation to and from the movie.
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Knitting & Crocheting with Amelia
Thursday, September 27
1:00 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
Come join Amelia as she teaches (and refreshes!) the art of knitting and crocheting.
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The Not-So-Golden Life of the Gilded Age Wife
Thursday, September 27
7:00 PM
Woodbury Public Library
Some of the most interesting and important things in history are omitted because they're taboo. The Not-So-Golden Life of the Gilded Age Wife is "herstory" unsanitized. Herstory helps us understand each other by honoring our foremothers' journeys. This presentation isn't about spinning wheels, quilting bees, bustles, or butlers - audiences will laugh and grimace about the little-known issues faced by women of America's Gilded Age. Perhaps women need to be reminded of how far we've come in order to see how far we still can go. Join the Grounded Goodwife team at the Woodbury Public Library on Thursday, September 27 at 7:00 pm and go back in time to see how much has changed for present day women. The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and is open to all, however space is limited and registration is required. Register at www.woodburylibraryct.org or 203-263-3502.
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Free Movie Friday: Son of Bigfoot
Friday, September 28
6:30 PM
Woodbury Senior Community Center
Bring a blanket, a pillow, wear your pjs, and come enjoy the movie!
As always there is no admission but a suggested donation of a non perishable food item or toiletry to assist the Woodbury Food Bank would be appreciated!
This month's movie will be Son of Bigfoot! See the trailer here.
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Contact Us
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Woodbury Parks & Recreation
203-263-3113
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Woodbury Senior Center
203-263-2828
Woodbury Public Library
203-263-3502
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Fall Fest 2018
Pumpkin Derby
The Pumpkin Derby is a fun-spirited event like no other! The highlight of the Pumpkin Derby is a unique side-by-side race featuring handcrafted, decorated Pumpkin Racers in a funky, hilarious, suspenseful, and dramatic display of ingenuity. Excitement builds as Pumpkin Racer contestants battle head-to-head for the coveted Overall Pumpkin Derby prize. There will also be a prize for Best Decoration! The Pumpkin Derby is sponsored by the Woodbury Business Association.
Day of Race Registration: 1 PM - 3 PM
Decoration Judging: 3 PM
Racing Begins: 4 PM
For more details, and the official rules, please
click here.
Several sets of wheels have generously been donated by Kurt Mazurosky. They will be available for pick up on a first come first served basis at the Rec House (7 Mountain Road, Woodbury)
beginning September 17th.
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