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Stay Fit! Be Well!Page 5 Call the Senior Center at (860) 658-3273 for information about any of these activities! PROGRAMMING BEGINS JUNE 1. THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.Line DancingLine dancing may increase flexibility,cardiovascular health, strength and lung capacity,as well as improve bone health, balance andcoordination. Addinglight weightsincreases the healthbenefits! (Weights are optional.) In addition, a21-year study in the New England Journal ofMedicine found that among several forms ofexercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk ofAlzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia,and it was by a dramatic 76 percent!LET’S DANCE!Instructor: Mary RootBeginning Line DancingTuesdays noon to 1 p.m. June 2 to June 234 classes for 10 / 4 drop-inIntermediate Line DancingThursdays 10 to 11 a.m. June 4 to June 254 classes for 10 / 4 drop-inCardio Core Challenge (Evening)Stay fit with a class thatcombines intervalsof cardio, strengthtraining, weights and corework, blending all thecomponents of crosstraining in one complete workout. Your body willwork more efficiently as you add lean muscle andboost metabolism.Instructor: Susan RubensteinThursdays 5 to 6 p.m. June 4 to July 23Please register by May 29.8 classes for 54 / 8.50 drop-inYoga (Evening)A perfect class to help you de-stress after a busy day!Instructor: Susan RubensteinWednesdays 5 to 6 p.m. June 3 to July 228 classes for 54 / 8.50 drop-inPlease register by May 29.Barre Body Fusion (Evening)The perfect workout combining the latest in Barre,Pilates and Yoga. Sneakers can be on or off.Bring light weights and a mat.Instructor: Susan RubensteinTuesdays 5 to 6 p.m.This class is on hiatus.Blood Sugar & Pressure ScreeningsNo appointment isnecessary. Wednesdays.Sponsored by theFarmington Valley VNA.June 3: 11:30 a.m. to 2p.m., Upper RotundaJune 10: 11:30 a.m. to 2p.m., Lower RotundaJune 17: 11:30 a.m. to2 p.m., Upper RotundaJune 24: 9:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m., Upper RotundaJuly 1: 11:30 a.m. to2 p.m., Upper RotundaJuly 8: 11:30 a.m. to2 p.m., Lower RotundaJuly 15: 11:30 a.m. to2 p.m., Upper RotundaJuly 22: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30p.m., Upper RotundaJuly 29: 11:30 a.m. to2 p.m., Upper RotundaFoot Care ClinicsHalf-hour appointments are available twice a monthat the Senior Center. Nurses will trim and file nails,sand calluses and corns, and give a foot massage.Next clinics are June 2 & 23, and July 7 & 28.Appointments start between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.Cost: 29 cash or check payable to PediCare.Schedule appointments through the Senior Center.Get limber in our on-site Fitness Room!Our Fitness Room offers 2 NuStep Reclining Steppers, 2 Treadmills, 1 StationaryBicycle, 1-to-10-pound free weights, and a widescreen TV. Hours are Mondaythrough Friday, with times subject to change based on room availability.Cost: 50 per year or 6 per month. A note from your physician and orientationwith our personal trainer are required before signing up.

Page 6Wellness, Learning, and Fun!CHAIR MASSAGEBook an appointment for a15-minute chair massage, andwalk away feeling refreshedand relaxed. Appointmentsstart at 11:15 a.m. Thursday,June 4, 11 and 18. (Subject tochange.) Cost: 10 for a15-minute session, or 20 for30 minutes.Cancellation Policy: We areable to offer a credit or refund ifyou notify us of a cancellationmore than 24 hours in advance.STILL HERE:Continued from page 1work groups. During this time,regulatory agencies (such as theBoard of Selectmen, Board ofFinance, and land use agencies)will be able to meet as needed foressential business, but themeetings will be closed to thepublic. The public will be able toview these meetings live online oron television through SCTV.Members of the public may emailstatements to the Town Clerk’sOffice at ebutler@simsbury-ct.govby 4:30 p.m. the day before themeeting to have theircomments read into the recordduring public audience. Theseactions are being taken pursuantto Executive Order No.7B.Per Executive Order No. 7N, allgatherings of six or more peopleare prohibited through May 20.Subsequently, all Town-sponsoredevents, and events hosted at Townfacilities, have been cancelledthrough May 20.TOWN HALLPlease call (860) 658-3200to contact the appropriatedepartment. Many of our servicescan also be accessed online atsimsbury-ct.gov. A secure drop boxhas been placed at the Town Hallentrance for the public to leavedocuments for Town departments.POLICE DEPARTMENTThe Police Department istemporarily changing the manner inwhich some services are providedand postponing some services.The Department may take certainreports by telephone and sharesome information via e-mail,instead of in person.Non-emergency services such asnon-criminal fingerprinting will bepostponed until the recommendation of social distancing has beenlifted.The Department is also urgingyou to call the Police Departmentinstead of entering the lobby forroutine or non-emergency matters.The routine phone number is(860) 658-3100. The emergencynumber is 911.COMMUNITY AND SOCIALSERVICES AND SENIOR CENTERPlease call the Social ServicesOffice at (860) 658-3283 and theSenior Center at (860) 658-3273to leave a message for staff.Emails will continue to bechecked and responded to, andvoicemails will continue to be returned daily Monday through Fridayduring normal business hours.Our return call to you may have“No Caller ID”; please plan toanswer as this may be us, or checkyour voicemail for our call. If youare returning a call to us, please letus know when a good time wouldbe to return your call so that we donot continue to miss you.Staff will still distributepre-packed bags of food, toiletries,and a gift card to those in need.The Wednesday Senior Lunch atEno will be available by curbsidepick-up and with pre-order.If you are having a financialemergency, staff will offer phonescreening for potential assistance.For a list of services andresources, in order to further helpmeet your needs, and for yourconvenience, please IBRARYNo library materials will be dueduring the time that the Library isclosed to the public.Library staff will be on handbetween the hours of 9:30 a.m. to5:30 p.m. and will provide service viatelephone at (860) 658-7663.We will continue to keep youinformed should the status ofservice change.As always, online resourcessuch as ebooks, e-audiobooks,e-magazines, movies, music, andonline learning are available 24/7at simsburylibrary.info.PREVENT THE SPREADOF CORONAVIRUSThere are precautions thateveryone should take to keepthemselves healthy.The best way to prevent infectionis to avoid exposure.The Center for Disease Controland Prevention recommends everyday preventive actions, including: Washing hands often with soapand water for at least 20 seconds. Ifsoap and water are not available,use an alcohol-based hand sanitizerof at least 60 percent alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose,and mouth. Avoid close contact with peoplewho are sick. Stay home if you are sick, exceptto seek medical care. Cover your cough or sneeze, thenwash your hands. Clean and disinfect frequentlytouched objects and surfaces. Wear a face mask in public.

Trips and More .Page 7PROGRAMMING BEGINS JUNE 1. THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.Jump on Board! TripsGOOD TO KNOWRegistration for these trips begins May 6.Residents can register for these trips up until a week before the trip date.When not specified, pickup and return times will be determined.Monday, June 1: Monday Supper, 5 p.m. at the Senior Center. (See this page.)Tuesday, June 2: Rock & Roll’s 65th Birthday celebration at Simsbury PublicLibrary, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (See this page.)Wednesday, June 3: Choosing the Right Medicare Plan at Simsbury PublicLibrary (See page 10.)Monday, June 15: Walmart and Cracker Barrel in East WindsorThursday, June 18: Piano and Voice Recital with students of Lydia McClainfrom 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (See page 10.)Monday, June 22: Summer Reading Community Party at Simsbury PublicLibrary, from 4 to 7 p.m. (See page 10.)Farmington Valley TravelersRiver Valley, lunch aboard theFor information, call Trip Coordirestored 1920’s Pullman Diner,nator Jackie Maselek at (860)and cruise on the CT River on805-5511. Fliers are available atthe Senior Center. Bus pickup is at the Becky Thatcher Riverboat.Cost: 105 per personthe Commuter Parking Lot on IronSunday, Sept. 13: Hudson RiverHorse Boulevard behind CVS.Cruise and Sunday brunch atShadows, on a cliff above theThursday, July 16: Mainly MaineHudson River. Narrated cruisein Kittery, Maine. Lunch aton the Rip Van Winkle. Cost:Warren’s Lobster House. Shopat the When Pigs Fly bakery, and 112 per personthe Maine Kittery Outlets andKittery Trading Post. Cost: 92per personMonday SuppersThursday, Aug. 13: Essex SteamJoin friends for dinner,Train and River Boat. Enjoy ahomemade by volunteers, attrain ride along the Lower CTthe Senior Center. A beverageand dessert are included. June 1 at 5 p.m.: BBQchicken, coleslaw, pastasalad, roll & butter, ice cream.We are g atef lCost: 5 eachPlease register for these ¡ ¡ meals by the Thursday before.If you have a Dial-A-Ride pass ¡ and need transportation, ª ¡ ဘ please call the Senior Center.THANK YOU! Dial-A-Ride passesare necessary to go onJump on Board Trips! Departure and returntimes are approximate. Please tell us if youneed any specialaccommodation. To purchase aDial-A-Ride pass,contact Social Servicesat (860) 658-3283.Rock & Roll's65th BirthdayCelebrate the 65th birthday ofRock & Roll from 6:30 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, June 2, in SimsburyPublic Library’s Program Room.This fun, fast-paced, 90-minuteplus program combines archivalaudio tracks, rare video clips,behind-the-scenes stories, singing, dancing, and music-making.Relive the days of rockabillyrebellion and street cornerharmony with the music of ElvisPresley, Chuck Berry, the Drifters,Little Richard, the Coasters, theShirelles, the Ronettes, and more.Please register by June 1 at theSenior Center.

Page 8TAX RELIEF:Continued from page 1SIMSBURY TAX OFFICEwww.simsbury-ct.gov/tax-office(860) 658-3238The Deferment Program requiresFeel free to leave a message,a showing of COVID-19 financialand someone will return yourimpact and the taxpayer must file ancall as soon as possible.application with the Tax Collector nolater than July 1, 2020, in order toa business license, utility bills,qualify. The Interest Rate Reduction Secretary of State listing, or otherProgram does not require an applica- proof of ownership.tion to be filed by the taxpayer.Landlord Eligibility Underthe Deferment Program:TAX DEFERMENT PROGRAMInorderfor landlords (or anyThis program allows Simsbury totaxpayer who rents or leases propertydelay payment of any real property,to tenants or lessees) to be eligiblepersonal property, motor vehiclefor the Deferment Program, theytaxes, and sewer use bills duemust provide the Tax Collector withbetween the dates of March 10,2020, through and including July 1, documentation that either the parcel2020, for ninety (90) days from the will suffer significant income decline,or that commensurate forbearancedate that they become due andhas been offered to their tenants.payable without interest or penalty.Commensurate forbearanceThe effect of this program is themeans (1) a deferral of 25 percent ofequivalent of an extended graceperiod. The last day to pay the July 1, rent for ninety (90) days after its due2020, tax installment without inter- date; (2) a deferral of one month’sest is extended from Aug. 3, to Oct. 1, rent to be paid over the ninety (90)day period; or (3) forbearance2020. Simsbury is offering this prosubstantially similar to (1) or (2) asgram to “eligible taxpayers,” whichdetermined by the tax collector. Thethe State Office of Policy and Management (OPM) defines as business- landlord must provide documentation evidencing proof tenants havees, nonprofits, and residents, whoattest or document “significant eco- received forbearance or that thenomic impact by COVID-19” and/or landlord has actively offered forbearance to the tenants or lessees.those that document that they areTax Deferment Applications:providing relief to those “significantlyTheTax Deferment Applicationsaffected by the COVID-19 pandemic.”and supporting documentation willOPM has issued guidance on taxpayers who are considered “eligible be available on line at http://www.simsbury-ct.gov/tax on May 1, 2020.taxpayers”, defined as follows: Resident: suffered a reduction in The form will be available at theincome of at least 20 percent due to Simsbury Tax Collector’s Office onceTown Hall reopens to the public.COVID-19. Since March 10, 2020,The Application form and supporthave been either (1) furlougheding documentation must be receivedwithout pay; (2) hours significantlyno later than July 1, 2020 by thereduced; or (3) unemployed.Simsbury Tax Collector’s Office, Town Business/Non-ProfitHall, 933 Hopmeadow Street,Organization: revenue expected toSimsbury, CT 06070. Emaileddecrease at least 30 percent fromMarch to June 2020 versus March to Application forms and supportingdocumentation will be accepted atJune 2019 at the property. Proof ofOwnership must be attached such as simsburytax@simsbury-ct.gov.INTEREST RATEREDUCTION PROGRAMThe second program approved bythe Board of Selectmen provides fora reduced interest rate on delinquenttaxes. For any taxes due betweenMarch 10, 2020 through andincluding July 1, 2020, anydelinquent portion of the principalof the tax due shall be subject to3 percent annual interest or0.25 percent per month for ninety(90) days from the date that theybecome due and payable until thedate the taxes are paid. This reducedinterest rate applies to the taxpayment due on July 1, 2020. Afterthe ninety (90) days, the interest rateis restored to the statutory annualrate of 18 percent with a portion of amonth being considered a full month.The lower interest rate also appliesto taxes that have been delinquentprior to March 10, 2020 for a periodof ninety (90) days from April 1, 2020through and including June 30,2020. This Program does not providean extended grace period, but taxpayers will be subject to a significantly reduced interest rate on taxes thatare or have become delinquent.This Program does not require taxpayers to qualify based on eligibilitycriteria, and no application is necessary to participate in the Program.Landlords are eligible for the LowInterest Rate Program if Commensurate Forbearance, as defined above,has been offered to their tenants.Tax Escrow Payments:The Governor’s Executive Order7-S does not affect those taxpayments that are paid fromescrowed funds by banks on behalfof Simsbury taxpayers. The financialinstitutions holding escrowed fundson behalf of Simsbury taxpayers arerequired to make the escrowpayments to the Simsbury TaxCollector for taxes regardless of theborrower’s eligibility for participationin the Deferment Program or LowInterest Rate Program.

What’s Going On?Page 9PROGRAMMING BEGINS JUNE 1. THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMSPhone (860) 658-3283Fax (860) 408-7046Renter’s Rebate Programare May 4, May 18, June 1, June15 and June 29.LUNCH @ ENOBread DayBreads and bakery items areWe will begin acceptingavailablein the Eno Hall Rotunda.applications on May 20, or when weDonations are provided by Panerareturn to the office. The programRestaurant, Brookside Bagels,application deadline is Oct. 1.and Fitzgerald’s Foods. This eventApplicants must be at least 65will be reinstated at a time to beyears of age, or totally disabled –determined after May 20.with proof of disability, as of Dec.31, 2019. Maximum income for aFood Closetcouple is 45,100; and for a singleThe Food Closet can provideindividual 37,000. Please call for non-perishable items to residentsmore information or to schedule an who are income eligible, byappointment.appointment. Donations arealways welcome to keep ourCheese DayFresh fruits, vegetables, meat, shelves stocked.Dial-A-Ridedairy, and non-perishable itemsDial-A-Rideservice is availableare given out on the FOURTHto Simsbury residents 60 yearsWednesday of each month foror older or residents withthose eligible for the program.Next Cheese Day Dates: May 27 disabilities.The Dial-A-Ride pass isand June 24 (Pending)available at an annual cost ofSNAP 25 for an individual and 35 forWe have partnered with Food- a couple. The pass allows you toShare to provide applicationuse the Dial-A-Ride service, outassistance on the second Friday of-town medical transportation,and fourth Monday of the month and Jump On Board Senior Centerat Eno Hall. Volunteers will submit trips, for one year. Passes can beyour application to the state forobtained through the Socialprocessing. Documentation isServices Office.required. Call for information orCHOICESan appointment. Next SNAP(Connecticut’sprogram fordates: June 12 and June 22.Health Insurance, Outreach,Mobile FoodshareInformation and EligibilityMobile Foodshare will be at the Screening) Social Services has aFirst Church of Christ parking lot,certified CHOICES counselor, and689 Hopmeadow Street, at 1 p.m. is available for appointments.on alternating Mondays. EligibleNotary Servicesresidents will pick up produce andCharlottein the Social Servicesother food items. A schedule,including Avon and Granby dates, office is a Notary Public, and willnotarize your documents, free ofcan be obtained on line or viacharge. Please call for availability.our Office. Dates for SimsburyAll meals, served Wednesdayat noon, include bread or rolls,and hot and cold beverages, anddessert. Please register by 10a.m. on the Friday before andmake your payment at that time.Cost: 3.50 for Simsburyresidents 50 and older; 4.50for nonresidents, and Simsburyresidents under 50.May’s meals will be served viadrive-through in the Eno backparking lot from noon to12:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Ifpossible, June’s meals may beserved in our Youth Room on thelower level, depending on thestatus of the Coronaviruspandemic at that time.May 6: Apricot glazed ham,served with scalloped potatoesand Brussels sproutsMay 13: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and peas and pearl onionsMay 20: Flounder with lemonbutter sauce, rice pilaf andcarrotsMay 27: Chicken Piccata, servedwith h lavender oil.Please register by Monday,June 1.Voice & Piano RecitalThis free event featuresstudents of Lydia McClain from6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June18, in Eno Hall Auditorium.Sign up for through the SeniorCenter at (860) 658-3273.

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Simsbury Senior Center933 Hopmeadow StreetSimsbury, CT 06070PRESORTED STANDARDUS POSTAGE PAIDAVON CTPERMIT NO 444- The Senior Communicator Veterans invited to coffeeMohegan Sun Casino TripVeterans are invited to stop by Eno MemorialHall on Monday, June 1, from 10 to 11 a.m. andconnect with other area Veterans who share similarmilitary experiences, learn about resourcesavailable to them, and talk about issues thatconcern Veterans and their families.This event is co-sponsored by Simsbury SeniorCenter and Resilience Grows Here, a communitybased initiative of the Farmington Valley HealthDistrict.Please register by calling (860) 658-3273, orby emailing dolson@simsbury-ct.gov.A coach bus will travel to Mohegan Sun Casino on Monday, June 8. It leaves at 8:30 a.m. fromIron Horse Parking Lot behind Bank of Americadrive-thru, off Wilcox Street, and returns toSimsbury around 5 p.m.Registration is 27. Please register no laterthan the Thursday before. After Thursday, registration is 32. Fee includes round-trip transportationvia deluxe motor coach, and a 30 bonus ( 15meal voucher and 15 bet). Bonuses are determined by the casino andsubject to change without notice. Participants must carry an emergency medicalcard. (Available from the trip leader.) Refunds, credits or transfers cannot be issuedunless a replacement is found from a waiting list.The next Senior Centernewsletter will be availableon Thursday, June 18.

Cost: 5 plus materials. Ceramics with Gloria Cerniglia June 2 to June 30, Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: 5 classes for 12.50 or 4 drop-in, plus the cost of materials. Intonations This choral group enjoys singing together and performing at local venues. Director: Greg Babal. Wednesday mornings This class is on summer break. Chess Club needed.