VALLEY SOCIAL CLUB

NEWSLETTER FOR MAY 2016

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Vol.61/ Issue 16

SALUTATIONS FROM THE PRESIDENT

Thank goodness the spring is finally here. All my spring
flowers are up now and Ive started working in my garden.
Soon Ill be sitting by the pool. May is a very special month at
the club. There will be lots of things going on for the May is
Mental Health celebration. We have the Branford art show,
the Commissioner, the poetry contest and the NAMI walk just
to name a few things. Come down to the club and sign up for all the
activities. I hope to see everyone soon.

WARM WISHES FROM THE VICE PRESDENT

Well, the April showers brought May flowers. May means Memorial
Day cook outs, BBQing and maybe even a little swimming. I love
May is Mental Heath Awareness month. The club is also having its
"Day of Hope "poetry contest. I cant wait to see all the entries. May
also means the block party and the art show. This year I hope to be a
first time participant of the art show. Hopefully you will get to see my contributions. Well thats enough from me. Enjoy the coming month. Its sure to be exciting.

GREETINGS FROM THE SECRETARY

Everyone is waiting for the warmer weather. It will be so nice to spend
more time outside enjoying the sunshine! Did you know we have an
executive meeting to plan our calendar the first Thursday of the month at
12:15 after lunch. There are important decisions that we make. Going out to
eat, consignment shopping, amongst other things we do.
Come join us!
Secretary Paula B.

GROCERY GROUPS FOR MAY

Derby, Seymour, Oxford May 3rd, 17th.
Shelton, Ansonia May 4th, 18th.
Call 203-732-7089 for reservations. Pick ups start at 10am.

LAUNDRY GROUPS FOR MAY

Derby, Seymour, Oxford May 10th.
Shelton, Ansonia May 11th.
Call 203-732-7089 for reservations.
Pick ups start at 10am. Call 203-732-7089 for reservations.

BIRTHDAYS IN MAY
Happy birthday to the following people celebrating
birthdays in May.
Kathy D, Brian F , Shawn Mc, Carl R.

COMMUNITY DINNER FOR MAY

This months community dinner will be on May 15 from
4-5:30pm at Assumption Church located at 61 Church St.
Ansonia. For more info call 203-732-7792 or
see www.masterstablemeals.org. Dinner is
free to the public and donations are gladly
accepted.

POETERY FROM THE PRO

May
Its May! Lets ride a kite, a colorful kite. One that flies high and
high. One that keeps on spinning round and round, and if it hits
the ground, it keeps on the grass without out a sound. Its May!
Lets fly a kite.
By Anne Sexton.
Donated by Robert S.

SAVE THE DATE !

FOR THE
ANNUAL TOM PARSONS DAY CELEBRATION
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
10:00am 3:00pm at CT Valley Hospital
Please put this date on your calendar of events !
More details to follow
Sponsored by the Regional Mental health Board
Sign up in the club !

SECOND THOUGHTS SUBMITTED BY ROBERT S.

And the glad earth caressed by murmuring showers
walks like a bride to deck herself with flowers.
By Poet Henry Cornell

A DAY AT THE MUSEUM BY PAULA B.

Recently, our Art Class took a trip to the Mattituck Museum in
Waterbury. I was so interested in the dresses they showcased
from the 1800s. Another display was The Waterbury Button
Factory was a big thriving company. They employed many
people back in that same time period. They showed many
buttons that were made back then. They had drawers filled with
them. I couldnt believe how much better the buttons were. We
all had a great time learning about the history of the area. We all are looking
forward to our next museum trip in the near future!

DID YOU KNOW THE FOLLOWING FACTS? BY PHYLLIS K.

The Community Warm Line was started in 1985 when BHcare was known as
Valley Mental Health Center. Julianne M. is an original operator of the line
and the longest working operator of all the lines in Connecticut, with 31 years
experience.
The Valley Social Club was founded in 1980. There were only 10 members and
they met in the basement of Christ Church in Ansonia. They only met a few
times a week then. Today, we are open 5 days a week from 8:30am to 5pm and
one night a week until 7pm for the Evening Social.
Peer Run Groups at the center have been in existence for over 15 years. Our
most popular group is Bingo which meets every Tuesday at 2pm.
We have over 65 members that participate at any given time in the club
activities. This year we have more folks from the Young Adults program than
ever before which has made our club better, stronger, and more diverse!

A DAY AT THE CIRCUS!

Elephants, camels and clowns, Oh My! Club members and I had the unique
pleasure of attending the Garden Brothers Circus in April. The show had
something for everyone. Exciting overhead trapeze artists, made us all gasp
with delight along with the gymnasts and elephants who all did amazing
tricks. They also had trained camels which were unusual to see up close as
were the
miniature ponies. Later we stopped at a Chinese buffet for lunch.
Thanks to Jacques for taking us. We all had fun.
Jonathan B.

(Tanya N. Paula B. and Sylvia H. clowning it up at the circus!) 4/10/16

Legislative Breakfast for Region

II at the L.O.B in Hartford
Attending: Cathy B. Arthur R.
Paula B. Kent O. Jennifer J.
April 12, 2016

First Day of Spring Fun at Nolan

Field in Ansonia
Front Row: Cathy B. Lydia R.
John G. Carl R.
Back Row: Jim F. Ray E.
(All Photo's on this page taken by:
Jacques M.) 4/13/2016

FAREWELL OL FRIEND
Losing members of this club is never easy and when it happens, it seems to
happen all too fast! We shared a dual memorial on March 31st for Mike K.
who came to the club for many years. He was also a member of the Fellowship
Place in New Haven. We have always had a policy of allowing past members
to visit the club. Mike did that from time to time. He visited his friends, had a
cup of coffee, and would hope to visit with his sister Christine. Mike always
had a story to tell about his days working in the family restaurant or
something he experienced. We all hope Mike is in a better place. Our membership would like to thank the staff and members of the Fellowship Place for
hosting this beautiful service! Christine would like to thank the members of
the club for their support!

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JACQUES AGENCY CELL PHONE UPDATE!
The 839-8135 number is no longer in service. If you would like to
contact him please call the staff phone number of 203-736-2601,
Ext. 1163. You can leave your name and number if you need to get in
touch with him. This is effective since late March. Thanks.

GONE FISHIN !
Uncle John's fishing group is once again hitting the local shores
looking to hook the big one ! Like hes done in the past John will be
bringing folks to local fishing holes for a few hours of fishing. John
provides the ride, poles, bait, and everything you need except the
license. Licenses can be purchased at your local town hall or sporting
goods store. John will be starting on Friday May 13 and go every other
week from 10-12pm. The monthly schedule will be posted in the social
club. Remember you must have the license with you each time you
plan to go. This group will continue all summer as long as there is
interest.

V.S.C. CALENDAR FOR MAY 2016

Sun
1
CLUB CLOSED

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets talk 1-2pm
Drawing class 2-3p
Over Eaters A. 4pm

Breakfast
8:30-10am
Nolan Field
10:30-11:30
Bingo 2-3pm

Breakfast Club
8:30-10am
Nolan Field 10:30-11:30*
Beading Class 10-12pm
Fellowship Place Art Show
4-6p

Ladies Only 10-11a

Sign up w/Phyllis
Lunch 12-12:30p
Drawing class 2-3p
Evening Social

Computer class 10a

Free Lunch Friday 12
OPTIONS ART SHOW
IN BRANFORD
5-7PM Leave: 4:30

(clinic)

Sat
7
CLUB CLOSED

8
CLUB CLOSED

10 Nolan Field

11

12

13

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets talk 1-2pm
Drawing class 2-3p
Over Eaters A. 4pm
(clinic)

10:30-11:30a
Breakfast
8:30-10am
Bingo 2-3pm

May is Mental Health

luncheon w/State
Commissioner of
Mental Health
services 12-1pm

Lunch 12-12:30p
Drawing class 2-3p
Evening Social
5-7pm

Fishing Grp 10-12*

Free Lunch Friday
12-12:30pm
Craft class 2-3pm
Emotion A. 4pm

15
CLUB CLOSED

16

17

18

19

20

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets talk 1-2pm
Drawing class 2-3p
Over Eaters A. 4pm
(clinic)

DAY OF HOPE
WELLNESS
POETRY CONTEST
FINALS
VSC 12-1pm

Options Annual
BBQ Picnic
12-3pm Free
CLUB CLOSED AT
11:15-3pm

Ladies Only 10-11a

Sign up w/Phyllis
Lunch 12-12:30p
Drawing class 2-3p
Evening Social
5-7pm

Shop Rite Tour

10:30-11:30a
Free Lunch Friday
12-12:30pm
Craft class 2-3pm
Emotion A. 4pm

CLUB CLOSED
NAMI WALK
HARTFORD
LEAVE: 7:30A
RETURN: 1PM

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23

24

25

26

27

Lunch 12-12:30p
Lets talk 1-2pm
Drawing class 2-3p
Over Eaters A. 4pm
(clinic)

Breakfast
8:30-10am
Nolan Field
10:30-11:30
Bingo 2-3pm

Breakfast 8:30-10a
Nolan Field
10:30-11:30 *
MOVIE BIG SKY
1-3PM V.S.C.
Free!

BHcare Block Party &

Art Show at 435 E.
Main Street, Ansonia FREE!!
4-7pm

Fishing GRP 10-12*

Free Lunch Friday
12-12:30pm
Craft class 2-3pm
Emotion A. 4pm

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30

31 Nolan Field

Phone numbers

CLUB HOURS:

CENTER & CLUB

CLOSED

10:30-11:30
Breakfast
8:30-10am
Bingo 2-3pm

Phyllis 305-7895
Jacques 736-2601
ex1163
Mike732-7089
BHcare 736-2601
Social Club 735-9106

Mon-Thurs
8:30-5pm
Fri- 8:30-4pm
Fri 4-5pm E.A. only
Closed weekends

Warm Line Hours

Sun-Thurs 6-10p

MEMORIAL DAY

Fri-Sat 6-11p
203-732-2004

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$-Money needed
*-Must sign up
*call if you re unable
to make an activity
you signed up for!