Cranston Senior Enrichment Center
1070 Cranston Street
Cranston, RI 02920
401-780-6000
Our programs assist, inform, entertain and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and …
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Cranston Senior Enrichment Center
1070 Cranston Street
Cranston, RI 02920
401-780-6000
Our programs assist, inform, entertain and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and older.
Computer Classes at the Center
Provided by: Cranston Public Library
Mondays: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Topics to be covered:
Aug. 22 – Microsoft Word
Aug. 29 - Microsoft Power Point
For more information, call 455-8015
Bingo Night at the Center
Tuesday, Aug. 23 – 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Bring a Friend! Lots of Fun!
CareAccess Research
Wednesday, Aug. 24 – 10 a.m.
CareAccess Research is a healthcare company that develops and operates clinics focused on drug trials for the pharmaceutical industry. At this presentation, you will learn about this company and a preclinical Alzheimer’s disease research study that they are conducting for Eli Lilly Pharmaceutical Company.
A Journey to Relaxation
“Meditation & YOU”
Wednesday – Aug. 31 , 10 a.m.
Facilitator:
Shahnee Lagor, Healthy Aging Nurse Coordinator
The feelings of contentment and wholeness that we often seek outside ourselves are actually part of our basic nature. One way we can tap into that happiness is by meditating. The practice of meditation can awaken us to the joy of the present moment. It allows for a pause in life to help clear your mind, steady your breathing and achieve balance and harmony. Join us and bring a friend.
Arthritis Exercise Classes
“A Low Impact Physical Activity”
Tuesdays , 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Beginning Sept. 13 ending Nov. 29
Leaders: Jennifer Kevorkian & Marylou Pearson
Exercise is an essential tool in managing your arthritis. It helps reduce joint pain and stiffness, increases flexibility, endurance and much more. Classes may be taken standing or sitting. Space is limited. Register by calling 780-6000.
History & Futureof Automobiles
An Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Presentation(Olli)
Tuesday Sept. 20 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Free Facilitator: Jet Vertz, Olli Instructor at the University of Rhode Island
During this session, we will review the history of automobile development from steam engines to Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), both 2-cycle and 4 cycle engines, which allowed us to drive today’s cars to over 100,000 miles without major breakdowns. We will examine which vehicles are most sold to date and most sought-after vintage models. Finally, we will review what may lie ahead for the future of automobiles, including electric and hydrogen engines and automatous self-driving vehicles. Space is limited, so please register early by calling 780-6000.
To learn the latest news from the Center, follow us on
Twitter: @cranstonsenior
Facebook: Cranston Senior
Enrichment Center
Website: www.cranstonseniorcenter.com
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