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COMMUNITY RESOURCES Bennington Town Clerk/Town Offices (802) 442-1037 Bennington Recreation Center/YMCA (802) 442-1053 Meals on Wheels of Bennington County (802) 442-8012 VNA & Hospice (Bennington Home Health) (802) 442-5502 Bennington Project Independence (802) 442-8136 Bennington Rutland Opportunity Council (BROC) (802) 447-7515 Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging (802) 442-5436 Retired Senior Volunteer Project (RSVP) (802) 447-1545 Social Security Administration (Rutland office) (866) 690-1944 Green Mountain Community Network (802) 447-0477 Support And Services at Home (SASH) (802) 442-9920 HOUSING Bennington Housing Authority (802) 442-8000 Shires Housing (802) 442-8139 THM (office in Manchester) (802) 362-4663 To our Senior Community… It is the mission of the Bennington Senior Center to engage persons 50+ in the lifelong learning process; promoting their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being by provid ing social, recreational, creative and cultural programs enabling active participation in the center and community. Program costs are founded on a not-for-profit basis.
From the Director’s Desk: Well, we made it through the heat of another summer. Now things cool down, nights get chilly, leaves turn and fall, school buses are back (as are kids walking to/from school), and pumpkin spice everything takes over.
The Senior Center, Meals On Wheels, and the YMCA/Recreation Center are having a dual-site Open House on Wednesday, Oc tober 26th from 10am - 2pm. Both locations (124 Pleasant Street and 655 Gage Street) will be showing their spaces and offering information on programming. We would love to see you! Please remember to start giving yourself an extra five minutes to reach your destination if you are driving; school buses and school crossings can cause delays in your drive time. If the bus’s flashing lights are on, do not pass. Children cross in front of the bus and you may not see them. There are hefty penalties for passing a stopped school bus with its lights flashing and stop sign out. According to the AARP website, the pen alty in Vermont is a fine of up to $1000, and 4 points on your license! Stay vigilant and keep school kids safe. Enjoy the autumn weather.
September – October 2022
Carrie Fabricius - Program Director INFO: Bennington Senior Center 124 Pleasant St., Suite 3 Bennington, VT 05201 Phone 442-1052 or cfabricius@benningtonvt.org802-447-9714
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Ukulele: Strum along with oth ers at this gathering of musi cally minded folks. Beginners to seasoned players, group also plays at community func tions. Call instructor for more information. 11:00 am Instructor: Henry Simpatico (802) 379-6043 No Fee Cards & Games: Group decides the game. It may be cards, board games, Yahtzee…. the possibilities are nearly endless!
See class de scription on Tuesday list. Craft Corner: Bring whatever craft project you are working on. Quilting, crocheting, knit ting, weaving, decoupage, coloring, the options abound! We have sewing machines available to use. You bring the materials, we supply the space, coffee, tea, and fellow ship. 1:00 pm No Fee Monthly Special Project: September 8th - Autumn Leaves OctoberBowl13th - Apple Crisp! November 10th - Snowflake Ornaments NOTE: There is a $3 materi als fee for special projects, due one week prior to class Please call 802-442-1052 to register PaintingFRIDAYSGroup: See group description on Monday list. BINGO: Come play low stakes, high energy BINGO! 2 cards for $2, additional cards 50 cents each, 6 card maxi mum. Beverages provided; feel free to bring snacks to share! 1 - 3 pm ErrandAngelvt57@gmail.com www.errandangelvt.com Groceries/Dry Cleaning delivery Birthday/Anniversary reminders Gift shopping/Wrapping Ever yday Errands: House/Pet/Plants care Pantry/Fridge restocked Non-medical home care (post-hospital) Waiting Services for utility/repairmen Away From Home Ser vices: Mailings/Faxes/Copies Composition/Proof/Print Postal/Bank Business Ser vices: Proudly Serving Bennington and surrounding areas 10 a.m - 7 p.m $20/hr Monday Friday: Saturday: 11 a.m 5 p.m $30/hr **24-48 hours notice appreciated** Imagine life with less pressure! As your Errand Angel I am dedicated to taking care of your everyday errands, so that you may have much-needed time for yourself. Errand AngelMaking Life Easier Cindy Butler 802-430-5517
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1:00 pm No BoneTUESDAYSFeeBuilders: This low im pact exercise, run through RSVP, promotes strength through weight training, plus helps with both balance and bone density. Class may in clude open discussion about nutrition, disease prevention, and alternate exercises. Class leader varies. 8:30 am OR 10:00 am No CoffeeWEDNESDAYSFeeTalk: Just what it says! A time to come in and enjoy some conversation in the company of others. Bever ages provided. 8:30 - 9:30 No GamesFee & Gab: It’s back! Play a game of pool, ping-pong, or foosball while enjoying coffee and the company of friends. This program resumes on Sep tember 21st. 10am - noon at the Bennington Sports Center (former Catamount School). To register or for more infor mation: call the Bennington Rec Center @ 802-442-1053 or email to tmcguire@bfymca. org
Wednesday Movie: Twice a month, come in and enjoy a movie. 1:00 pm No Fee Sept. 7 - “How To Steal A Mil lion”, Audrey Hepburn/ Peter Sept.O’Toole21 - “The Baxter”, Mi chael Showalter/ Elizabeth Oct.Banks5 - “We Are Marshall”, Matthew McConaughey Oct. 19 - “Robin Hood: Men In Tights”, Cary Elwes/ Mel Nov.Brooks2- “The Shootist”, John Wayne/ Lauren Bacall
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This infor mal group meets Mondays & Fridays, but painters are wel come to work on their own at any time. The group works from photographs, calendar art, and old masters. Bring your own painting materials; group size limited to 8-10 par ticipants. Come when you can, receive hints from each other, and enjoy some good conver sation!
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9am - Noon No Fee Leslie Sansone Walking: These walking exercises are fun and easy! 1 - 3 mile aero bic walking video. The class is great for those in need of light to moderate movement and great fun with friends. The class is tailored to the needs/ wants of the group each day. 9:00 am. No Fee NEW!! Create & Play: Begin ning September 19th, Cre ate & Play is a playgroup for grandparents and children ages 0-6 years. Games, mu sic, reading, crafts… so many things to do! 10-11 am To reg ister or for more information: call the Bennington Rec Cen ter @ 802-442-1053 or email to tmcguire@bfymca.org . See flyer for more information.
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Nov. 23 - “The Marc Pease Experience”, Jason Schwartz man/ Ben Stiller Trivia: Enjoy some goodhearted competition as and your team vie for the title of Trivia Champions! will have a few laughs as learn new facts.
Rutland stores** Rutland, VT Thursday Nov 3rd Colonie Center Albany, NY Tuesday Nov
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Yankee Surplus, eating lunch
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and Nov 2nd. Time: 9:30-12:00 by appointment ONLY Cost: $14.00 Call Laurie for your appointment: (802) 442-9404 or (802) 733-6249 FOOT CARE and BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC Sponsored by VNA & HOSPICE of the Southwest Region. 1:00 pm Tuesdays
Crossgates Mall Albany, NY **We will be stopping
ing to Jo-Ann Fabrics and Michael’s in the afternoon. A great trip for crafters!
All Green Mountain Express trips de part from the senior center at 124 Pleasant Street. Please pay your van transportation in correct cash to senior center staff on the day of the trip as we are not able to refund if you pay ahead and the trip is cancelled.
Coach trips depart from the Bennington Station parking lot at the corner of Depot & River Street. We do not assign seating unless you have medical documentation that special seating is required. We reserve the right to cancel trips with less than 8 passengers and coach trips with less than 30, as they are not cost effective. Transportation to airports is not always pro vided by the center. NOTE: Tipping for the coach driver is not included in the cost of trips. We recommend $2 per day unless otherwise stated in trip itinerary.
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WE CANNOT REFUND AFTER TICKETS HAVE BEEN PURCHASED. If you have purchased a ticket and must cancel, we will try to sell your ticket to a par ty on the waiting list. If you miss the bus, we cannot refund. Please plan to arrive 10 min utes before the scheduled departure time.
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Due to ongoing confusion with current reservation policies, anyone who wants a reservation must sign up themselves and must provide their own phone number These shopping trips are sponsored by the Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging, who pro vides funding to cover 80% of the transportation cost. Transportation by Green Mountain Express 9:30am - 4:00pm. Cost $3 Sign up at the Senior Center for these shopping trips and pay the fee at the Senior Center front desk on the day of the trip.
INDOORWELLNESS&WALKINGSponsored by the Bennington Senior Center at the River Street MON/WED/FRIFirehouse8:15—9:15 AM by Saint Francis Parish Hall on West Main Street. MON-FRI 8:30—11:30 AM & 1—4 PM. Call 442-3141 first to check availability. note: the parish hall is NOT air conditioned** keep floors clean, please bring a change of shoes.
at the Bennington Senior Center You must schedule appointment at least one day in advance by calling
An escort companion and/or personal assistant is required for all travelers hav ing a disability (a physical or mental im pairment which limits one or more of the major life abilities). The companion trav els at full fare cost and is responsible for all special needs of the individual. To the extent possible, we will accommodate with proper transportation, lodging and access to facilities. To assist us in meet ing any special needs, please notify us at the time of reservation. Medical docu mentation, including permission to travel from your physician, may be required and is strictly confidential. We reserve the right to refuse passage to any person who does not adhere to this policy.
SENIOR FOOT REFLEXOLOGY by Laurie Jesseman, Certified Reflexologist Is Reflexology? Reflexology is an ancient healing theory, a hands-on treatment of applied pressure to feet, face, ears, and the hands that corre spond to organs and systems of the body. Several studies indicate that reflexology may reduce pain and psy chological symptoms, such Sept 7th, Oct 5th, Sept 13th , Oct 4th, Nov upstairs1st 802-442Sept 6th Sept 22nd Oct 3rd 27th 22nd at at head
5502. Please bring a towel. If you can soak your feet before hand, it is helpful. Suggested donation fees $10.00 for foot care and $2.00 for blood pressure clinic. Tuesday
Trips are open to all adults, regardless of place of residence. Intergenerational trips for younger children are available where in dicated. In the interest of passenger safety, we reserve the right to cancel any trip due to inclement weather. We are not able to refund for weather related cancellations.
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Checks are payable to the Bennington Senior Center, unless otherwise speci fied. If we have not received your pay ment by the due date, we must cancel your reservation. As a courtesy, we will remind you when payment is due. How ever, we cannot assume responsibility if we are unable to reach you.
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Food Fit Bennington - Food, nutrition, cooking and exercise programming in a group setting that allows participants to take leadership roles.
Sept 7th – Lenora Volkmer, Bennington Coordinator and Cathy Aliberti, Director for Green Mountain RSVP
Nov 2nd - Jenny Dewar, Executive Director of the Better Bennington PleaseCorporationregister for any or all by calling the Bennington Senior Center at (802) 442-1052.
A virtual Book Club for adults 60+ years young!
You First - Free screenings for cervical and breast cancers and cardiovascular disease, as well as education and encouragement of healthy lifestyles for women.
For more information, please contact Lenora Volkmer, GMRSVP Volunteer coordinator, at (802) 447-1546 or lvolkmer@svcoa.net, or Karson Kiesinger, Reference Adult Services Librarian, (802) 442-9051 or reference@bfli.org. Updates may also be found at www.benningtonfreelibrary.org
Greater Bennington Interfaith Community Services, Inc. serves people through: Kitchen Cupboard - Free food and nutrition education for those in need.
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The Dr. G. Richard Dundas Free Clinic - Access to primary medical care and health insurance for uninsured adults. More information can be obtained by calling (802) 447-3700
Meetings are held monthly, every Third Thursday at 10am on Zoom. You can join using your tablet, computer, or phone, including dialing in on your phone! If you are not sure how to join just ask.
COFFEE WITH… Our “Coffee With…” series gives seniors direct access to local executives and town officials who work in areas that can directly affect them. It gives an opportunity to learn what those officials (and their organizations) do and to ask questions/ voice concerns they may have. Coffee/ tea and light refreshments are available.
Wed., Sept. 21st 11:30am - ??? Senior Center Wed. Oct. 19th 11:30am - ??? Senior Center Bring a dish and socialize! We aim to start serving at noon. Please sign up by the Friday prior by calling the Senior Center @ (802) 442-1052.
Oct 5th – Paul Doucette, Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety
HOLIDAY POT LUCKS
Wed., Nov. 16th 11:30am - ??? Those turkeys take a while to cook! Please sign up no later than Friday, November 4th Wed., Dec. 14th 11:30amFirehouse???3rd floor We aim to start serving at noon. Ho Ho Ho! Please sign up no later than Friday, December 2nd
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Thurs., Sept. 8th The Bog in Cambridge, NY 10:45am – 1:30pm Wed., Oct. 5th The Chef’s Hat in Williamstown, MA 1:15am - 1:30pm Tues.,Nov. 8th Bob’s Diner in Manchester, VT 10:30am - 1:15pm SENIOR CENTER LUCKS
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The series is held the first Wednesday of each month at 10am, and continues with the following guests:
Greater Bennington Food and Fuel Fund - Discretionary funding for people who need help with shelter, utilities, food, and other basic needs.
Dr. Stuart Duboff will be here to discuss how your eyes work, and how they can change with age. Learn about common problems and ways to help your eyes stay healthy. Dr. Duboff, now retired, was one of the original ophthalmologists/eye surgeons at Advanced Eyecare. Tuesday, October 4th 1-2pm
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Bennington Oral Health Coalition - Education and outreach about improving oral health outcomes using a grassroots organizing model.
5 202227,AugustSaturday,| NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBenningtonInterested in becoming a volunteer driver for meals? For more information call Mar y at 802.442.0540 or Christina at 802.558.8879 with love Delivered A great big thank you to these par ticipating restaurants who are providing meals for hospice patients and their caregivers. Bennington County Arcady Pizza to Go Benner ’s Pizza Bennington House of Pizza Bringing you Vermont Christo’s Pizza & Pasta Coz y Corner Restaurant Dorset I nn D w yers Gringo Jacks Jensen’s Family Restaurant KFC/Taco Bell Lil Britain’s Fish & Chip Shop Mach’s Market Man of Kent Market Wagon Mar tin’s M ini Mar t Pangaea Papa Pete’s Season’s Subway The Publyk House The Silver Fork Wayside Countr y Store Your Belly ’s Deli Rutland County 99 Restaurant Applebee’s The Barn Bellomo’s Market Beverage K ing Brandon House of Pizza Café Provence Castleton Pizza Denny ’s Frank lin’s Gill’s Delicatessan Ice House Bar & Grill Lake Bomoseen Lodge and Tap Room Mae’s Place Mama T ’s Maxie’s Mountain Top I nn Paisano’s Panera Perr y ’s Roots Roxie’s Sal’s South Southside Steak house Sunrise Café Sugar & Spice Sweet Caroline’s Taps Tavern Tap House Wendy ’s Wheel I nn I f your restaurant is interested in joining us, visit: w w w.dinnerswithlove.org with lo Deliv th k y
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Checks payable to Eleanor Mattison “Not A Mystery” Ride
Checks payable to Bennington Senior Center.
Green Mountain Lines Presents
Vendors, ox-pulls, draft horses, carnival rides, crafts, food, en tertainment, piglets…. The Big E has it all, and then some!
Bridge of Flowers - The Bridge of Flowers is in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, connecting the towns of Shelburne and Buckland. The seasonal footbridge – once a trolley bridge –has a garden of flowers covering it. It is only open between April and October. And in the midst of all this awesomeness, we will be stopping for lunch at Wolfie’s Family Restaurant. Please note: the cost of lunch is not included.
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Wednesday, October 12th, 9am - 7pm, $33/person We’re not even going to try to keep this a secret this year! We’ve had so many requests, it’s going to be a very full, very fun day.
November 30 - December 2 This trip will include 2 nights at Wind Creek Casino, a matinee performance of David at the Sight and Sound Theatre, Kozi ar’s Christmas Village, Chriskindlmarkt and more. See flyer for more information.
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in cludes $40 food and $80 slot play • Visit to Koziar’s Christmas Village • Time on your own in Bethlehem • Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster to see David • Dinner at Hershey Farm after the show • Christkindlmarkt SINGLE $747/pp DOUBLE $556/pp TRIPLE $491/pp $50 non-refundable deposit due upon sign up. Full payment due by October 18th. ***Please make checks payable to Eleanor Mattison*** For more information, call Eleanor @ (802) 379-7216 or (802) 442-1052 PICKUP TIMES: 8:00am Bennington Station, 9:00am Latham Farms Would you like to volunteer for the Downtown Bennington Visitor Center? Contact Jenny (802) 442-5758 director@betterbennington.com
September 27th, 8am. - 8:30PM, $20/person
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2nd Trip Includes: • 2 night stay
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory - The Lepidoptera source in Western Massachusetts, featuring an 8,000-square foot in door conservatory home to some 4,000 exotic and domes tic butterflies in a tropical environment, Magic Wings focuses on butterfly-related education, recreation, entertainment, and gardening needs.
Yankee Candle - The flagship store in South Deerfield, MA is a world unto itself. Candles, room sprays, wax melts, home dé cor, holiday decorations… you could get lost in here!
November 30th - December at Wind Creek Casino - Casino package
7 202227,AugustSaturday,| NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBennington Town of Bennington Senior Center Meals on Wheels of Bennington Co Berkshire Family YMCA OPEN HOUSE(S) Wednesday, October 26 - 10am-2pm 124 Pleasant BenningtonStreet Come tour the Senior Center and Meals on Wheels, learn about our Programs, and enjoy lunch at the Meals on Wheels Café. Try your hand at an art project or some trivia! 655 Gage BenningtonStreet The Bennington Recreation Center has provided exercise and recreation opportunities for decades; come hear about new programs offered through partnership with the Berkshire Family YMCA.
8 |202227,AugustSaturday, NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBennington C R A F T A C T I V I T I E S | G A M E S | S N A C K S M O V E M E N T | M U S I C & M O R E create & play playgroup for grandparents & youth ages 0-6 Stop downstairs after playgroup for a yummy lunch at Meals on Wheels! M O N D A Y S 1 0 - 1 1 A M S T A R T I N G S E P T E M B E R 1 9 B E N N I N G T O N S E N I O R C E N T E R 1 2 4 P L E A S A N T S T O P E N T O A L L ! M O R E I N F O : 8 0 2 - 4 4 2 - 1 0 5 3 T M C G U I R E @ B F Y M C A . O R G I N P A R T N E R S H I P W I T H T O W N O F B E N N I N G T O N & B E R K S H I R E F A M I L Y Y M C A
9 202227,AugustSaturday,| NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBennington SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 SEPTEMBER 2022 OCTOBER 2022 SUN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 BENNINGTON SENIOR CENTER CENTERBENNINGTONCALENDARSENIORCALENDARReflexology with Laurie 9:30 Coffee with RSVP 10-11 Movie 1 How to Steal A Million Reflexology with Laurie 9:30 Coffee with Chief Paul Doucette 10-11 Movie 1 We Are Marshall Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 VNA Foot Clinic 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 VNA Foot Clinic 1 (Back Room) Dr. Stuart Duboff 1:30 Seeing Into the Future Coffee Talk 8:30 Trivia 1 Coffee Talk 8:30 Trivia 1 Coffee Talk 8:30 OPEN10am-2pmHOUSE Trivia 1 Coffee Talk 8:30 Trivia 1 “Not a Mystery” Ride9am-7pm Coffee Talk 8:30 POT11:30-??LUCK Movie “The Baxter” 1 Coffee Talk 8:30 POT LUCK 11:30-?? Movie 1 Robin Hood: Men in Tights Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Colonie Cener 9:30-4 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 BIG E 8am-8:30pm Painting 9 Fuel Assistance & SNAP Benefits 9-11 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Bingo 1 Painting 9 Ukelele 11 Games 1 ALL DAY Tai Chi Vermont/COA Tai Chi Skill Builder Class w/ Demo Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 Colonie Center 9:30-4 Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 Sansone Walking 8:45 Painting Group 9 Create & Play 10 Ukelele 11 Games 1 CLOSED in observance of Labor Day Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Apple Crisp Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Yankee Surplus • Yellow Deli Joann Crafts • 9:30-4Michael’s Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Autumn Leaves Bowl The Bog 10:45-1:30 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Bone Builders 8:30 Bone Builders 10 Crafts Corner 1 Crossgates Mall 9:30-4 CLOSED in observance of PeoplesIndigenousDay
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There will be no group exercise classes September 1 – 6 as we relocate to 230 School St. Fall into fitness will continue as planned Wendy is out until September 11. No DanceFit or Silver Sneakers until Monday September 12. Group Fitness September-October 2022
For more information and to register: Call/visit the Welcome Center or Online at bfymca.org/programs.
Taylor McGuire-Assistant Branch Director-tmcguire@bfymca.org Branch Director-kbecker@bfymca.org
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Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm Upper Willow Park Pavillion Fall into Fitness
Wednesdays 10-11am Bennington Sports Center 230 School St. Floor Work Taught by Tracy, a class that involves stretching, core and breathing techniques to energize, strengthen and improve overall fitness and wellness.
Bennington Recreation Center: 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT 05201 P: 802-442-1053
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Mondays 5:00-6:00pm Location: Bennington Rec, 655 Gage St Beginners Hatha This branch of yoga flows through a series of poses at a quick pace. Hatha classes guide you through postures at a slower pace with more guidance on how to do each posture correctly. Led by Jennifer.
Mondays 6:16-7:00pm Location: Bennington Rec, 655 Gage St Restorative Yoga Restorative yoga is a known for its relaxing, calming and healing e ects. it involves holding poses, often with the help from props such as blankets, bolsters and blocks that help support your body so you can relax. Each class will also incorporate pranayama meditative breathing to complete restore the mind and body. Led by Jennifer.
Tuesday 5:15-6pm Location: Bennington Rec, 655 Gage St Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow Ashtanga is a dynamic and athletic form of hatha yoga, made up levels with fixed postures. It is rooted in vinyasa, the flowing movements between postures, with a focus on breathing to create a flow between movements. This class is geared toward intermediate and advanced participants. Led by Jennifer.
Tuesdays & Thursday 10-10:50am Location: Rec Center Pool, 655 Gage St Water Exercise Taught by Renette. Gentle, healing program that helps build strength and balance while in the water.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 11-11:50am Location: Rec Center Pool, 655 Gage St. DanceFit Led by Wendy in the Bennington Rec Center Pool Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Get moving to music with movements choreographed by the instructor. This class makes fitness FUN!
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Tuesdays & Thursdays 9-9:45am Location: Bennington Sports Center 230 School St.
Led by Taylor, join her for a 6-week seasonal class that will challenge you! You will do di erent types of workouts each class including cardio/endurance, HIIT, Tabata, Body flow and more! 8/16-9/22 $25 charge – register by August 8 to receive swag!
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Advanced Strength & Balance: Once you have mastered the techniques from the beginner’s class you will be ready for the advanced curriculum. In this class you will utilize strength, balance and floor work to further strengthen and increase flexibility within the body.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-10:45am Location: Bennington Sports Center 230 School St.
Beginners Strength & Balance: Taught by Tracy, utilizing standing and seated positions with weights and movements to enhance balance, strength and flexibility.
Mondays & Fridays 9-9:50am Location: Bennington Sports Center 230 School St. Silver Sneakers Led by Wendy Scott at Ben-Hi. Join Wendy for a fun and active class that involves weights, cardio and balance.
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Wednesdays 11am-12pm Location: Bennington Sports Center 230 School St. Qigong Taught by Tracy, a class that combines movement, mediation and regulation of breathing to enhance the flow of energy within the body.
Wednesdays 9-10am Location: Bennington Sports Center 230 School St. Active Walk Led by Tracy. Get motivated and moving exercising and interacting with others. Indoor Active walk uses weights, balance and brain exercises with music.
Mondays 10:30-11:15am Location: BBennington Sports Center 230 School St. Chair Yoga Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated or with the aid of a chair. This type of class is perfect for seniors, those with physical limitations or beginners who want to focus on a gentle practice. Led by Jennifer.
Thursday 5:15-6pm Location: Bennington Rec, 655 Gage St Yin Yoga Flexibilityfor In Yin Yoga, you are disengaging your muscles. The benefit of this is to completely release and relax the body. Physiologically, the fascia and connective tissue in your body has an opportunity to soften, release, and expand in order to experience greater mobility and flexibility in your body. Led by Jennifer
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11 202227,AugustSaturday,| NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBennington Berkshire Family YMCA – Bennington Branch Damon Young, Youth Program Manager, damonyoung@bfymca.org Active BFYMCA membership required and Programs are included with membership at no additional fee unless noted. For more information and to register:www.bfymca.org/programs Revised 08.16.2022 BERKSHIRE FAMILY YMCA: www.bfymca.org Bennington Recreation Center: 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT 05201 P: 802-442-1053 DATE/TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION 1st & 3rd Fridays, begins September 16 6:00-8:00 PM Kids Night Out Kids will enjoy a night of activities, games, pizza, and play or swim! Benn Rec | $3-$10 Mondays-Thursdays Times & locations vary See Schedule Playgroups S ocialization and gross motor play with peers ages 0-6, & caregivers. Various themes and activities. See schedule for full details. Mondays, Begins September 19 5:45-6:30 PM Strength & Conditioning Instruction and coaching for young athletes through age-appropriate cardio & strength workouts. Ages 8-13 Sports Center | Free with membership Saturdays, September 10-October 29 10:00-11:00 AM Outdoor Fall Soccer Fundamentals of soccer for PreK-K youth. Develop skills, teamwork, and fun. Rec Lawn | $35-45 (with swag!) Tuesdays, September 20-October 25 5:45-6:30 PM Sports & Play Introduction to a new sport/activity each week for young athletes age 3-6. Benn Rec | $35-45 (with swag!) Days & Times vary See schedule Swim Lessons Swim lessons for beginners through stroke development! Fees vary Saturday, October 22 Register for time slot Pumpkin Splash The pool becomes the pumpkin patch! Family swim, pick a pumpkin to take home, goodie bags, and more. FREE with membership! September-October-November2022YouthProgramCalendar
12 |202227,AugustSaturday, NewsCommunity&SeniorBennington BannerBennington Bennington Project Independence Adult Day Service “What you all do on a daily basis allows those of us who are caretakers to take a breath and relax for a few hours. We can get things done, or do nothing… what a gift!” BPI provides creative, individually tailored Adult Day Services for older persons, younger adults with disabilities and their families throughout Bennington County. “I wish I had joined sooner.” Life enriching adult activities –• Meaningful activities that promote feelings of success and enjoyment • Opportunities for socialization and enhancement of cognitive, perceptual and physical abilities. • Presentations, cultural events, yoga, gardening, and arts classes. • Community trips & tours • Fitness classes to support a healthy body and mind • Limited door-through-door transportation Health and Wellness Services • Medical assessment; routine and preventive medical care • Medication administration and support • Personal care assistance • Liaison assistance with other healthcare providers • Fresh, nutritious home-cooked meals Family Support • Social Work services, including coordination of services, assistance with paperwork and providing resource information • Daytime respite services, providing families with support and peace of mind • Families Together monthly gatherings for caregivers Call us today! We are here to “Share the Care.” 802-442-8136 www.bpiads.org info@bpiads.org
