Senior Scene

October is the month where cozy sweaters become a fashion statement and leggings become an  essential food group. The cool air, the color and the smell of pumpkin spice make me a happy camper.  There is also the anticipation of Halloween. It also provides an excuse to be a perfect witch. But, the scariest thing…

As Keith Wynn said, “The world shall now turn into pumpkin everything.” To most of us September means the end of summer. Schools are open, vacations are over and we catch our breath. But did you know that September is Library Card Sign Up Month. That’s right, from Sept. 1-30 we are encouraged to go…

June is usually thought of as the beginning of summer. School is out, we open our summer houses and maybe plan a vacation. I was given a book called “The Big Book of 30-Day Challenges” written by Rosanna Casper. It sat on a table for a long time with me just looking at it every…

May is Older American Month. This designation was established in 1963 by the Administration for Community Living. The theme for 2024 is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being.  In our area we have the Killington Active Seniors, the Thompson Center in…