The Staying Put office will be closed the week of Mon., Dec. 25th and will reopen on Tues., Jan. 2nd. Happy Holidays to all! | |
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December at a Glance
Fri., Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 10am - Walk Irwin with Kate
Fri., Dec. 1, 11am - Holiday Market and Wreath Exhibit at the Carriage Barn
Tues., Dec. 5, 11am - New Canaan Ornaments with Faith Kerchoff
Mon., Dec. 11, 12pm - Lunch and Learn at Lapham
Tues., Dec. 12, 10am - Men's Coffee at Staying Put
Thurs., Dec. 14, 10am - Ladies' Coffee at Staying Put
Tues., Dec. 19, 12pm - Holiday Lunch at One-Twenty-Three Restaurant
Save the Date
Sun., Jan. 7, 2-4pm - Staying Put's 16th Birthday Party
Sun., Jan. 21, 2-4pm - Staying Put's 16th Birthday Party "Snow Date"
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Welcome New Members!
Dan Odre, Ed Vollmer, Barbara Wentzel
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Holiday Delivery from Staying Put
Staying Put volunteers will be delivering holiday poinsettias to our members on Dec. 7th, 9:30am to 12:30pm. Please call the office at
(203) 966-7762 if you will be unavailable to accept delivery.
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Fri., Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 10am: Walk Irwin with Kate. Join Kate for a walk at Irwin Park. Meet in the lower parking lot and enjoy a mile walk on the Flexi-pave trail. Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated. Note - this is for active members with no mobility issues. Free. RSVP by Thursday prior.
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Fri., Dec. 1, 11am: Holiday Market and Wreath Exhibit at The Carriage Barn. Discover new artists and shop for art for the holidays. Also on display will be holiday wreaths, donated by local New Canaan organizations to benefit the Carriage Barn, including a wreath from Staying Put. Coffee and treats will be served for Staying Put members. Free. RSVP by Thurs., Nov. 30th.
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Tues., Dec. 5, 11am: New Canaan Ornaments with Faith Kerchoff
Join Faith Kerchoff at the Staying Put office as she shares the history of the New Canaan ornaments, sold to benefit New Canaan Historical Society. Current and past ornaments will be on display and available for sale for $20 each. Coffee and holiday cookies will be served. Free. RSVP by Mon., Dec. 4th.
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Mon., Dec. 11, 12pm: Pearls from Carol with Albert Ruggiero - Lunch and Learn at Lapham.
When Carol Ann Ruggiero passed away, her husband, Albert, gathered her writings into a published collection. It’s a book that was never meant to be – a compilation of 20 years’ devoted effort for a local writers group. The pieces are short, very funny, always thought-provoking, and just what the world needs in these often sad and scary times! Albert presents selections of his late wife’s work and the stories behind them. Free. RSVP by Fri., Dec. 8th.
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Tues., Dec. 12, 10am: Men's Coffee at Staying Put. Join Staying Put friends for coffee, treats and good conversation. Free. RSVP by Mon., Dec. 11th.
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Thurs., Dec. 14, 10am: Ladies' Coffee at Staying Put. Join Staying Put friends for treats, coffee and good conversation. Free. RSVP by Wed., Dec. 13th.
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Tues., Dec. 19, 12pm: Holiday Lunch at One-Twenty-Three Restaurant, South Salem, NY. Celebrate the holidays with your Staying Put friends and enjoy a prix fixe menu of salad, entree choice of Salmon, Chicken Parmesan or Mushroom Ravioli, followed by either Tiramisu or Cheese Cake. 407 Smith Ridge Road, South Salem, NY. $45 per person plus cash bar. Cash or checks payable to Staying Put. RSVP by Wed., Dec. 13th with menu choice.
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Sun., Jan. 7, 2pm - 4pm: Staying Put's 16th Birthday Party. Come celebrate Staying Put's 16th birthday! Enjoy light refreshments, cupcakes, entertainment and seeing all your friends. Free. RSVP by Thurs., Jan. 4th. Snow date, Sun., Jan. 21, 2pm - 4pm.
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Don't forget to call Staying Put at 203-966-7762 to sign up for member events. Please RSVP! | |
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December
Member Birthdays
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Dave Bentley, Barbara Boccuzzi, Mary Cross, Tanis Erdmann,
Barbara Faris, Karen Ferguson, Tom Ferguson, Elaine Friedman,
Lea Gebauer, Diane Getzler, Joan Guzzetti, Jim Hollyday,
Andrea Ingalls, Sheila McMann, Ruth Rothseid,
Margaret Sandstrom, Roger Smith, Bill Taggart
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Healthy Habits
Did you know hydration is just as important in the winter as it is any other time of year? We tend to forget because, well, we are cold and not looking to gulp down water the same way we are in peak summer months. Some ways to prevent winter dehydration without an ice-cold glass of water:
Warm it: warm water with lemon or decaffeinated/herbal teas will hydrate and soothe.
Slurp it: brothy soups (think clear, not creamy) are a great way to stay hydrated.
Eat it: Oranges, grapes, melons, leafy greens all have lots of hydration in them already.
Some indicators that you might be dehydrated are dark colored urine, headaches, muscle aches and fatigue. While not a guarantee of dehydration, these symptoms could be an indication to hydrate.
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Hello from Kate
The thumbtacks that have been holding up our calendars are hardly bearing the cumulative weight of 11 months of birthdays, holidays, and appointments past; the stripped branches of our elms, maples and oaks stand in stark contrast to the crisp blue skies; we find a crumpled old receipt, or if lucky, a dollar or two in the pocket of our coats which are the only creatures I know to hibernate all summer; and warm mugs are gripped with two full hands, no longer in need of heat resistant handles.
Before we allow the winter shades of grey to overtake our landscapes and mindsets there are these cozy, small details that matter. They remind us that we have the privilege to experience seasons. We have the excuse to tuck in, be a little more introspective. That even in these darker, colder days there is a warmth and peacefulness unique to this time of year.
We refer to our daughter, Adelaide, as our winter baby. She was born late November and chronically wilts in the summer and blooms in the winter. She runs outside barefoot far too long into the calendar year. Every hat, glove and jacket worn to school is found weeks later in lost and found as she sheds layers throughout the day. In lieu of summertime hot dogs and ice cream, old movies and chapter books are devoured with an insatiable appetite. I relish these days. Trust that come March I will be singing a different tune, but for now, I accept these shifts willingly, gratefully. I know there is much excitement, busyness and distraction this month, but above all, I hope the peace and warmth of December finds its way to you in all the small ways that matter.
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Holiday Cards
Need some holiday cards? If you are sending greetings or need some cards for distributing holiday gifts, stop by our office and take a look at our collection. Help yourself to some cards at no charge. Happy Holidays!
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Town Players of New Canaan
A Christmas Story
Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 7pm
Saturdays, December 2, 9, 16, 2pm
Sundays, December 3, 10,17, 2pm
Powerhouse Theater, Waveny Park
The beloved American tale familiar to generations is a holiday family film favorite. Twelve local children, ages 6 to 17, join local grown-up actors in a nostalgic classic play evoking the magic and anticipation of children’s seemingly eternal wait for Christmas. For more information or to buy tickets, please go to: tpnc.org or call (203) 594-3636.
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New Canaan Chamber Music
The Barbican Quartet
Thursday, December 7, 3:00pm
Friday, December 8, 7:30pm
First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan
London’s extraordinary Barbican Quartet, the next generation of chamber musicians, join pianist Andrew Armstrong for a very special concert. Tickets start at $50. For more information or to buy tickets, please go to: newcanaanchambermusic.org.
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Exchange Club Holiday Party at Waveny House
Wednesday, December 13, 11:30am
Enjoy a festive lunch catered by Walter Stewart’s Market, hosted and sponsored by the Exchange Club of New Canaan. Music by Dom Cardamone. Gifts and a special visit included! Space is limited; reserve early, so you don’t miss this treasured holiday event. Reservations are required by December 7th, call 203-594-3620. Free.
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Lapham Center
Wed., Dec. 13, 1pm - 2pm: Blood Sugar Screenings. In person blood sugar screenings provided by New Canaan's Department of Health. Call to schedule an appointment. Free.
Fri., Dec. 1, 8, 15, 12pm:
Movies on Fridays.
Dec. 1: The Pigeon Tunnel
Dec. 8: The Thief Collector
Dec. 15: The Year Earth Changed
Free.
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Call the Lapham Center at
203-594-3620 for more information and to RSVP.
Mon., Dec. 11, 11:15am - 12:15pm: Blood Pressure Clinic. In person blood pressure clinic. Call to schedule an appointment. Free.
Fri., Dec. 15, 9am - 11:30am:
Hearing Screenings and Hearing Aid Cleanings. Call to schedule an appointment. Free.
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Please call us anytime at
203-966-7762
Gina, Kim, Kate and Robin
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