Hartford HealthCare Senior Services presents ‘Light the World’

On Dec. 3 at Southington Care Center, people can remember and honor loved ones during a luminary ceremony. RSVP to 860.302.4906.

Infant Study: UConn Waterbury

A fun and exciting study for babies, children, and parents!

Michaels Jewelers In Waterbury Is Welcoming A New Manager

Sarah Robinson, certified by the Diamond Council of America, is being welcomed at the Michaels Jewelers in the Brass City Center Mall

Dry needling program explains how technique may help muscle pain

Free program Nov. 8, 3:30p, Plainville Senior Center. Learn more about trigger points, muscle knots and dry needling. RSVP to 860.747.5728

Lunch and Learn: The Importance of Advance Directives

Free lunch program Nov. 8, noon, Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging. 1.855.442.4373

Mulberry Gardens to hold free memory screenings on Nov. 8

Concerned about your memory? Free screenings 10a-12:30p, at Hartford HealthCare's Mulberry Gardens, 58 Mulberry St. RSVP to 860.276-1020.

Cough and cold medicines: what is safe?

Pharmacist leads Hartford HealthCare Senior Services program Nov. 7, 1p, Berlin Senior Center. RSVP to 855.442.4373.

CHOICES counseling sessions focus on Medicare benefit options

More sessions offered in November. Schedule a private, confidential session w/ Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging. 1.877.424.4641

Cedar Mountain Commons to host an open house on Nov. 3

Learn more about this Hartford HealthCare independent and assisted living community at 3 John H. Stewart Drive.

Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice offers bereavement groups

Five bereavement groups available in area including Meriden

The Orchards at Southington announces new executive director

LeaAnn Blanchard, Southington resident, named executive director Oct. 1 of assisted and independent living community, 34 Hobart St.

Free program on Nov. 6 focuses on ways to control acid reflux

Learn about factors, treatments and management. 10am Cheshire Senior Center. HHC Senior Services sponsors. RSVP to 855.442.4373

HHC Senior Services offers free blood pressure screenings

Hartford HealthCare Senior Services provides monthly blood pressure clinics at four locations.

Joy Through Laughter on Oct. 2 at The Orchards at Southington

Learn how laughter can be beneficial in mind, body and spirit. 10:15 a.m., The Orchards, 24 Hobart St., RSVP to 860.628.5656.

CHOICES counseling session focuses on Medicare benefit options

Learn your best options for Medicare-free CHOICES counseling at Hospital of Central Conn., Southington, Nov. 2, 9a-12p. RSVP 1.877.424.4641

Community Thanksgiving Service set for Nov. 20

All welcome to interdenominational service at 7p at The Church of Latter-day Saints. Canned goods accepted for Community Services.

Infant Study: UConn Waterbury

A fun and exciting study for babies, children, and parents!

PARC to host Bowling Classic on Nov. 17

PARC honors veterans at fundraiser for programs for people with developmental disabilities. Learn more: 860-747-0316, parcdisabilitiesct.org

Acts 4 Ministry Seeking Donations Of Winter Coats & Accessories

The non-profit organization is seeking donations of new or gently-worn coats, jackets, gloves, hats, thermals, socks, etc. by Dec. 22

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home to host open house on Oct. 21

Learn more about assisted, independent and memory care living in this retirement community. Stop by 10am-2pm to learn more!

Knowing how to fall safely can prevent serious injury

Learn strategies at GoodLife Fitness program on Oct. 22, 1pm, Farmington Senior Center, 321 New Britain Ave. RSVP to 860.675.2490.

Cough and cold medicines: what is safe?

Hartford HealthCare Senior Services program Oct. 25, 10am, Cheshire Senior Center, 240 Maple Ave. RSVP to 855.442.4373.

Mulberry Gardens culinary professional leads Cooking for One

Learn how to cook quick, healthy, small meals at program on Oct. 17, 1:30 p.m., at Calendar House, 388 Pleasant St. RSVP to 860.621.3014.

Caregivers’ Support Group available at Arbor Rose at Jerome Home

Is caregiving overwhelming? Support group offers tips & compassion. Oct. 16, 6:30p, Arbor Rose, 975 Corbin Ave. New Britain. 860.229.3707

Dementia support group meets at Southington Care Center

Learn more about caring for a loved one with dementia at free support group on Oct. 10. RSVP to Patty O'Brian, 860.628.3830.

2018 Business Women's Forum To Present Three Scholarships Oct. 30

Three Post University students will receive $2,000 scholarships at the 2018 Business Women's Forum (BWF) conference at the Aqua Turf Club

Bristol Resident To Receive 2018 BWF Scholarship October 30th

Brianna Root of Bristol is one of three Post University students who will receive a scholarship from the 2018 Business Women's Forum (BWF)

Infant Study: UConn Waterbury

A fun and exciting study for babies, children, and parents!

Knowing how to fall safely can prevent serious injury

Free program with exercise physiologist, Wed., Oct. 17, 1p, Berlin Senior Center. Hartford HealthCare Senior Services sponsors. 860.828.7006

Dinner with the Doc: Tired of Living with Back Pain?

Free Dinner with Doc program explores back pain issues Tues., Oct. 16, 5p, Arbor Rose, 975 Corbin Ave., New Britain. RSVP to 1.855.442.4373.

Respite care available at Hartford HealthCare’s Mulberry Gardens

Caregivers' support group set for second Tuesday of month (Oct. 9) 10:30 a.m., Mulberry Gardens, 58 Mulberry St., Plantsville. Join us!

HAVEN hosts professional symposium on opiates on Nov. 2

"Meeting the Challenges of Professional Health – Prescribing in Changing Times: Regaining Control" will be held at Aqua Turf

Boy Scouts hosts pasta supper for First Baptist Church on Oct. 27

581 Meriden Ave., 4-7 p.m., buy tickets at the door. All are welcome!

Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice offers bereavement groups

Five locations: Glastonbury, Hartford, Meriden, Mansfield, Norwich twice each month. Call 1.855.442.4373 for more information.

HHC Senior Services offers free blood pressure screenings

Monthly blood pressure screenings are held in the area courtesy of Hartford HealthCare Senior Services

First Baptist Church of Southington announces 2018 tag sale

Church hosts community's favorite tag sale on Nov. 3, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 581 Meriden Ave. Come find your treasures!

‘Throwback Thursday’

In celebration of National Assisted Living Week, residents and staff at Mulberry Gardens of Southington created tye-dyed shirts.

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home celebrates 10 years of excellence

State Sen. Terry Geratano presents official citation at Sept. 6 anniversary event

Multi-Family Tag Sale -- Saturday, October 6th -- Eastview Rd.

Multi-Family Tag sale on Eastview Road in Southington off of Raynor Street. Video Games, Movies, Toys, Costumes, Puzzles, Books and more!

Joy Through Laughter Club continues: The Orchards at Southington

Laughter is contagious and good for you! Join the Laughter Club at The Orchards on Fridays, 10:15 a.m. RSVP to 860.628-.5656.