VALLEY SOCIAL CLUB

NEWSLETTER FOR MARCH 2015

Volume 49 Issue 2

FROM THE PRESIDENT DESK BY JULIANNE M.

Hello fellow club members. I think we can finally say its time to thaw
out. Wow what a winter. Im so glad that its getting warmer and the
snow is melting away. Despite the cold the club had a very active winter.
In a few weeks we will be having out St. Patrick's day lunch which to me
always is the beginning of spring activities at the club. So keep watching
on the calendar for up coming events.

FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT BY SLYVIA H.

Beware the ides of March are upon us. We are into a third of the new year already.
Can you believe it. I hope youre all feeling good. Im looking forward to some warm
days though. Thank you staff and our sisters club for making our
Valentines dance something to talk about. There are a few things going on that I
would like to try too and I havent yet. St Patricks day dinner is coming up and we
usually all enjoy a great meal which our staff provides. So if youre sitting home
thinking theres a lot to do, get up, get out to the club. Theres a lot we have to offer
and its great to experience different things. So dont hesitant to try. Take a chance.
We dont bite , honest. The club is cozy and warm. We need to also welcome some of
the new members and show them that the club provides a comfortable atmosphere,
to make friends and share ideas about ourselves. See you all at the club. Note if you
haven't paid your dues yet you should Its only $10 and make a lot of things
available to you. thanks

FROM THE SECRETARY BY PAULA B.

We have had so much snow this winter Im glad to see it end. I invite everyone to stop in and enjoy the club. We have free coffee, tea and hot chocolate.
Lunch is on Mondays and Thursday and if were lucky a free lunch on Fridays.
Theres also dances, parties. We have an embroidery class run by our staff
member Lee on Tuesdays from 11-12pm Sewing class on Thursdays 11-12pm
move and move dance class on Wednesdays 11-11:30am. Come join us and
learning to dance from Jacques and Leighann Its a very busy and fun club

to belong to.

ROBERT S. REMEMBERS IRELAND

May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May
the sun shine warm upon your face. The rain fall upon on your fields and
until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
An Irish blessing.

BIRTHDAYS IN THE MONTH OF MARCH

3/2-FRED B.

3/4-PAUL T.

3/26-NORMA T.
3/31-RICH S.

3/5-9-RUSTY M.
3/18-KENT O.

GROCERY AND LAUNDRY GROUPS FOR MARCH

GROCERY SHOPPING Pick ups start at 10am. Remember you must have your
own money to shop and do laundry. Please call Mike to reserve your seat on the
van by calling 203-732-7089.
March 3rd and March 17th-Derby, Seymour, Oxford Residents
March 4th and March 18th Shelton, Ansonia Residents
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Laundry Groups:

March 10th is Derby, Seymour, Oxford Residents

March 11th is Shelton, Ansonia Residents

Remember to also have your own laundry detergent

COMPUTER CLASS IS BACK!

Do You Need Computer Help? Do your nieces and nephews know more
about computers? Well you are not alone, we can help you learn new
skills and brush up on old! In todays world you can not get a job without filing out an application on line. Jacques Maignan is there to assist
you in these skills each Friday. Four people on a first come first serve
will receive help every Friday! Call Jacques at 203-736-2601 ext. 1163 or come in
to the club. This group is for anyone who receives services at BHcare. This group
meets in the Lower Level of the center on 435 East Main Street in Ansonia.
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MOVE AND GROOVE CLASS

This group is doing well on Wednesdays and Fridays and we are
inviting any club member to join in.
It is a fun as well as a good exercise group during these cold
months.
For any question please call 736-2601 ext. 1163
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PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES
I write you yet again to share some recent losses of a few more members. We
will never forget you all. Even if you were not with us long we know how
much you contributed to our club. So for that we thank you! We have lost the
following members:
Al J. passed from Cancer on Feb. 1, 2015, he was the husband of Ruth J. and
they came every Christmas Brunch to celebrate the holidays.
Carlos M. was a talented artist. He liked to do detailed leather work and
wood burnings. He had an infectious smile. He was very kind and thoughtful
to all who knew him. His art work hangs in the club to remind of us him.
Mike P. was not here long but when he was he would play guitar with Tony K.
He was very good on a 12 string guitar.
These three men will not be forgotten by those who knew them. We
will remember you!

Calendar fundraiser
The Valley Social Club Members and Artists are proud to
share their artwork through these calendars.
They are available now at the club office. We are asking a
donation of $5.00 for a copy to benefit the art program.
Contact the Valley Social Club staff at
203-736-2601 ext. 1163

ST. PATRICKS DAY LUNCH AT THE VSC

CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE
March 19, 2015, 12-1 at the V.S.C
$2.00 for members
$5.00 for staff and non-members
Sign up in the VSC Office

* one order per staff member

Wii BOWLING TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT
THE UMBRELLA FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
$5.00 PER PERSON WITH ALL PROCEEDS DONATED
YOUR DONATION GETS YOU A GAME OR TWO
AND QUALIF FOR ONE ICE CREAM SUNDAE!!!
SEE PHYLLIS, MIKE, OR JACQUES TO
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
TIME: 12-2PM AT THE VSC
DATE: MARCH 11, 2015
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VSC HAS MULTIPLE ART AND CRAFT GROUPS!

Monday and Thursday has a great Drawing Class from 2-3pm. You can try all
kinds of different types of art forms with our variety of group leaders. All
materials are provided for you free of charge!
Thursday is Craft Group from 2-3pm. We try to do different
art projects. The group is very fun filled and free to all!
Basic Embroidery come learn how to do basic stitches. This
group is both staff and peer run. Held on Tuesday, from
11-2pm. This group is open to all!

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CONNECTICUT LEGAL RIGHTS PROJECT HELPS SO MANY AT THE
VSC
Helen Mehm comes to the every third Wednesday each month, from
1:30-2:30pm. She assists our members with housing issues, Advanced
Directives, and Living Wills. CLRP has been coming to the club for over 8 years.
The amount of people they have assisted has been invaluable. The staff and
members know they have a person who will help them in some legal issues. They
know how expensive getting a lawyer would be so, for the CLRP people to come
monthly to help them makes them feel less hopeless and frustrated in their
personal lives. We have a sign up sheets in the club. Staff can call over to the
club and sign up non-members for this service is for anyone
who receives BHcare Services. VSC members can sign up at
the club office at their convenience. We only ask if a signee
can not attend the session they call to cancel.
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PEER RUN SUPPORT GROUPS (WINTER SCHEDULE)

MONDAY3-4PM- OVER EATERS ANONYMOUS - For those individuals in

need of support for all eating disorders-Meetings are held in the
1st floor BH care clinic meeting room.
WEDNESDAY2-3PM-NICOTINE ANONYMOUS-12- Step Group to assist with
quitting or Support of quitting your tobacco habit. Located in the
Clinic Meeting Room of BHCARE.
THURSDAY2-3PM-AA MTG. held weekly in the Clinic Meeting Room of
BHcare. Everyone is welcome to attend that is in recovery. This is
a 12-Step Support Group.
5-7 PM-EVENING SOCIAL- Come to this fun group held at the
club for anyone who would like to learn a new game, and learn
how to socialize with others in a fun and unique way! The group
also shares a light dinner too! Rides provided only after the conclusion of group if needed. Call 203-732-7089 for more
information.
FRIDAY4-5PM- EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS this nationally advertised
program assists individuals in dealing with their day to day concerns and works on a 12-Step Program.
For more information on all these groups please call 203-736-2601, Ext.431
and ask for John Dykman.

VALLEY SOCIAL CLUB CALENDAR FOR MARCH 2015

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

12-12:30pm
Crafting class
2-3pm
Emotions Anon
4-5pm

Savers in Milford
$* 10-1pm

13

14Club Closed

CLUB CLOSED

Lunch 12-12:30p
Executive Mtg. 12:30
Lets Talk 1-2p
Drawing Class 2-3p

CLUB CLOSED

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets Talk 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p

15

16

CLUB CLOSED

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets Talk 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p

CLUB CLOSED

23

22
CLUB CLOSED

29

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets Talk 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p

30

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets Talk 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p
Club Dinner 4-5p

Breakfast 8:30-10a
Embroidery 11-12
Games Fun 1-2p
Bingo 2-3p

Breakfast 8:30-10a
Move & Grove 11-12
Craft Class 2-3p

Lunch 12-12:30
Social Hour 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p
Evening Social 5-7p

10

11 Breakfast

12

Breakfast
8:30-10a
Embroidery 11-12
Games Fun 1-2p
Bingo2-3p

17

Breakfast
8:30-10am
Embroidery 11-12
Games Fun 1-2p
Bingo2-3p

24

Breakfast
8:30-10a
Embroidery 11-12
Games Fun 1-2p
Bingo2-3p

31

Breakfast 8:30-10a
Embroidery 11-12
Games Fun 1-2p
Bingo 2-3p

8:30-10a
Move & Groove 11-12
Wii Bowling Tourney
12-2 $5 Entry Fee
Craft Class 2-3p

Lunch 12-12:30
Social Hour 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p
Evening Social 5-7p

18

19Annual Corned

Breakfast 8:30-10a
Move & Groove 11-12
Enlighten Lunch 12-1pm
CLRP 1:30-2:30P*
Craft Class 2-3pm

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Breakfast Club
8:30-10a
Move & Groove 11-12
Cultural Day Sweden
12-1p
Craft Class 2-3
Phone Numbers
(203)

Phyllis 305-7895
Jacques 893-8135
Mike 732-7089
BHcare 736-2601
Social Club

735-9106

Beef & Cabbage

Lunch 12-1
Social Hour 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p
Evening Social 5-7p

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Lunch 12-12:30
Social Hour 1-2
Drawing Class 2-3p
Evening Social 5-7p

Fri

Free lunch

Free lunch
12-12:30pm
Crafting class 2-3pm
Emotions Anon 4-5pm

20

Free lunch 12-12:30p

Open Topic 2-3pm
Emotions Anon 4-5pm

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Free lunch 12-12:30p

Crafting class 2-3pm
Emotions Anon 4-5pm

Sat

Irish Flag Raising at

Ansonia City Hall
11:30-12:30p
Free

21

CLUB CLOSED

28

CLUB CLOSED

Club Hours

Warn Line Hours

Sign up Key

Mon-Thurs
8:30-5pm
Fri 8:30am-4:00pm
*Open for E.A. only
4-5
Closed weekends

Sun-Thurs 6-11pm
Fri-Sat 6-11pm
203-732-2004

$ = Money needed

* = Must sign up