VALLEY SOCIAL CLUB NEWSLETTER FOR JULY 2014

FROM THE PRESIDENT JULIANNE’S ARMCHAIR Dear Members,

We had some wonderful activities last month. Many more are to come for the membership here too! We went to Tom Parson’s Picnic at CVH in Middletown. The weather was great with lots of food and drink. The best part was the ice cream sundaes with all the fixings! Aubrey L. and Kent O. participated in the Talent Contest. Both did great and Aubrey almost won, he came in second place. The next day we ventured to the “Magic Wings

Butterfly Conservatory and Yankee Candle”. We had a great lunch after we hung out with the butterflies and then shopped until we dropped at Yankee Candle. We all were so happy spending our money! So I encourage the member to get in on these great trips that our special fund provides us. I hope to see you all for Chick’s on July 8th with our sister club Options in West Haven, Action Wildlife in Goshen on July 9th and our 2nd Annual Branford Point Picnic with Options on July 11th. This is guaranteed to be a great week of trips. Come have some fun with your club. You're not getting any younger you know!!

Hi Everyone, How is your summer going? Mine is going good. Last month, we had a great time at the “Magic Wings” and “Yankee Candle!” I spent all my money but boy did I have a good time. Last month we held another ice cream fundraiser and we made $40 so thanks to all the members and Dr. Oren that supported it. This money will go to our Gillette Castle Trip this summer. In July, we have a few outings. There's Chick’s and a beach walk, which is expensive so bring enough money, cause we always have a good time. I’m sure this year we will get good weather. There is two other trips that week so check your calendar. We also have a Brownie Fundraiser and a Pool Tournament with Fellowship Place. There are other groups too like Fishing Club, Beading Class, Walking Group, Drawing, Crochet, Computer, and Craft Class. Remember to sign up for these trips and get your name on the lists early so we can get a count to see if more vans are needed. Well I can’t say much more other than enjoy the fireworks and parties on July 4th and remember we are closed that day. Let’s have a good month.

FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT SYLVIA H.’S DESK

ISSUE 46, VOLUMN 7

CLUB BIRTHDAYS

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The following club members enjoy their birthdays in the month of July Laura F. Julie P. Hazel S. John W. Happy Birthday Everyone!

ROBERTS POETRY CORNER Hardy, noisy, frolicsome, neighborly and domestic in his habits. strong of wing and bold in spirt he (the robin) is the pioneer of the thrush family and well worthy of the finer artists whose coming he heralds. Author John Burroughs Submitted to us by Robert S.

JOHN L. REPORTS ON THE BHcare BLOCK PARTY

I recently attended the BHcare block party. I hung with some friends from my neighborhood. I stood in the sun getting hot and sweaty looking like a pro baseball player. I listened to some tunes being played by a DJ. I saw some people getting down to the music. I ate a sandwich for my dinner. This was a good time for all who came. We give thanks to all who put this event together.

LAUNDRY GROUP

The following are the dates for the laundry groups. Derby, Seymour and Oxford residents go July 15th. Shelton and Ansonia residents will go July 16th. The laundry group driver starts picks up at 10:30am. Call Mike B. at 203-732-7089 to make reservations.

GROCERY SHOPPING GROUP The following are the dates and towns for the grocery groups. Derby Seymour Oxford residents will go shopping on the 8th, and 22nd of July. Shelton and Ansonia residents will go shopping on the 9th and the 23rd of July. The shopping group driver starts pick ups at 10:30 am. Call Mike B at 203-732-7089 to make reservations.

The fishing group kicked off on Thursday June 5th. People interested in attending are required to have a fishing license, they can get this at their local town hall and I heard they can al-

so get this license at WalMart, All who attend are to meet at the Valley Social Club at 10:00am Thursday morning, all bait, tackle and fishing poles are provided, the group will run for 2 hours, from 10:00am to 12:00pm; For more information contact John Dykman at 203-736-2601 at Ext. 1431.

SOMETHING FISHY IS GOIN ON AT THE CLUB.

OPTIONS PICNIC BY JOHN L.

I recently attended the Options picnic. I enjoyed the food and watched some of our club members dance to some hip hop and the old time rock and roll. I chilled with some options club members shooting the breeze. Then it was time to hit the road. I want to say thanks a lot to the Options Club and their staff for this swell event.

AND THE WINNER IS . We would like to congratulate Neil R. and Holly W. (Paula B.’s relative)are the winners of the afghan blanket raffle held in June at the Block Party.

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BUSY TIMES AT THE TOM PARSONS PICNIC AND THE MAGIC WINGS CONSERVATORY BY JOHN L.

SUCCESS FOR NAMI

We are proud to announce that BHcare Valley Team raised $489 for this year's NAMI Walk. The was held on May 17 at Bushnell Park in Hartford. It was a beautiful day for the walk and the participants enjoyed a live band as they walked Bushnell Park. Thanks to all who sponsored this year's team.

Our group recently took a wonderful trip out of state. We went to a lovely butterfly museum (Magic Wings). We saw lots of butterflies. It was divine. There was a groovy lunch. We thought we were eating at a five star restaurant. We then went on a shopping trip to a Yankee Candle Store. We saw lots of pretty thing. This was a swell time for all. I attended the social event of the summer, “The CVH TOM PARSON’S PICNIC” It was a splendid time. Our group enjoyed a marvelous lunch and then had some scrumptious ice cream. We saw a wonderful talent show. Two club members got up on stage, but I liked when the man got up on stage and busted some moves like a cheerleader. That got his club in a frenzy. A women sang a “Madonna Song” many started cheering as she sang. And others sang various songs in the talent completion, some read poetry too. I am glad I went this year.

July’s Masters Table will be held on July 27th between four and five thirty at Christ Church Ansonia. The dinner is free and donations are gladly excepted. Please do not enter the hall any earlier than four o’clock as the staff need the freedom to set up

MASTER’S TABLE THIS MONTH

EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS This group is looking for new or past members to come to Friday’s Emotions Anonymous Support Group. This is a great way to start the weekend off right! This group is based on the 12-Step Program like AA. Members come to support one another in a spiritual and emotional way. Why don’t you come and try the group. It is from 4-5pm at the VSC.

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We think its wonderful that members are utilizing the local food banks but recently, we have had a lot of people using the club’s refrigerator to keep their food. Unfortunately we simply do not have that much room, especially when staff are buying food for various events. We would like to ask you to bring your food home before coming to the club. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. Reminders: The club and the main building is a smoke free campus. We do not allow smoking in the area’s in front or back of either building. Smokeless tobacco is also not permitted. Even though we recognize your right to smoke we also must remind you the only place to smoke near the center is the park and they have receptacles to place your cigarette butts in. Please be respectful as well and please do not throw your cigarettes on the ground. Bed Bugs not an easy topic to talk to you about! Summer is here and the dreaded bed bugs are too! If you end up getting them please let your land lord know so they can have a professional bug company spray. If you need support please talk your staff. There are many things you need to do to take care of this problem. Remember bedbugs like to hitchhike on people and if you wake up with small bite marks please see your doctor and have you living space checked. Signing up for activities: Remember to write down what activity you’ve sign up for at the club. The Executive Board voted years ago to have a three strike rule. What’s that? It’s when you sign up and then miss three consecutive activities at the club you will be not allowed to sign up for any the next month. After that your privilege is then restored. Remember only full time members can sign up for out of the club activities. Partial members can’t. Sorry!

SOME NEW THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW!

PEER RUN SUPPORT GROUPS (SUMMER SCHEDULE) MONDAY‐

3‐4PM‐ OVER EATER’S ANONYMOUS ‐ For those individuals in need of support for all eating disorders-Meetings are held in the 1st floor clinic meeting room. Call John Dykman at 203-736-2601, Ext. 431. WEDNESDAY‐

2‐3pm‐NICOTINE ANONYMOUS-12- Step Group to assist with quitting or support of quitting your tobacco habit. Located in the Lower Level of BHCARE, Call John Dykman at 203-736-2601, Ext. 431. THURSDAY‐

2‐3PM‐AA MTG. held weekly in the Clinic Conference Room of BHcare. Everyone is welcome to attend that is in recovery. This is a 12-Step Support Group. 5‐7 PM‐SOBER SOCIAL‐ Come to this fun group held at the club for an-yone 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. FRIDAY‐ 4‐5PM‐ 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 please call 203-736-2601, Ext.431 and ask for John Dykman. **SEE NEW TIMES FOR NICOTINE ANONYMOUS ON WEDNESDAY AND THERE IS NO LONGER A MEETING FOR THIS GROUP ON THURSDAY’S!

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*- MUST SIGN

WARMLINE: 7 DAYS A WEEK 203-732-2004 Sun-Thr. 6-10P FRI-SAT 6-11P

1 Breakfast 8:30-10a Bingo 2-3

2 Breakfast 8:30-10a Walking Group 10-11

3 Fishing Grp 10-12 Lunch Program 12-12:30a Croquet 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Sober Social 5-7p

4 Happy 4th of July CLUB AND CENTER CLOSED TODAY! SEE YA MONDAY!

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6 CLUB CLOSED

7 Lunch Program 12-12:30p Let’s Talk 1-2 No Drawing Group Over Eater’s A. 3-4

8.Breakfast 8:30-10a Lunch at Chicks with Options leave 11am to 2p **$$ Bingo 2:30p-3:30p today only

9 Breakfast 8:30-10a No Groups Today! Action Wildlife Trip Leave 10am Return 3p *Club Closes at 10am

10 Lunch Program 12-12:30p Croquet 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Sober Social 5-7p

11 Computer Class 10-11 PICNIC AT BRANFORD POINT WITH OPTIONS —Leave 11a-Return by 3:30p Free! Club Closed until 4 p E.A. 4-5p

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14 Lunch Program 12-12:30p Let’s Talk 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Over Eater’s A. 3-4

15 Breakfast 8:30-10a Pool Tournament w/New Haven 11a-1:30p**free Bingo 2-3p

16 Breakfast 8:30-10a Brownie Fundraiser at VSC 1-3pm $1.00 per brownie YUM!

17 Fishing Grp 10-12 Lunch Program 12-12:30a Croquet 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Sober Social 5-7p

18 Computer Class 10a Free Lunch 12-12”30p Crafts Class 2-3 Emotions A. 4-5

19 CLUB CLOSED

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21 Lunch Program 12-12:30p Let’s Talk 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Over Eater’s A. 3-4

22 Breakfast 8:30-10a Bingo 2-3

23 Breakfast 8:30-10a Walking Group 10-11 CLPR 1:30-2:30P Sign up in club office

24 Lunch Program 12-12:30a Croquet 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Sober Social 5-7p

25Computer Class 10 Free Lunch 12-12”30p Crafts Class 2-3 Emotions A. 4-5

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27 CLUB CLOSED MASTER’S TABLE 4-5:30PM Christ Church (see article)

28 Lunch Program 12-12:30p Let’s Talk 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Over Eater’s A. 3-4

29 Breakfast 8:30-10a Bingo 2-3

30 Breakfast 8:30-10a Walking Group 10-11 Enlightened Lunch 12-1:00pm “

31 Fishing Grp 10-12 Lunch Program 12-12:30a Croquet 1-2 Drawing 2-3 Sober Social 5-7p

TELEPHONE NU-MERS PHYLLIS 305-7895 JACQUES 430-1466 MIKE 732-7089 SOCIAL CLUB 735-9106

CLUB HOURS: MONDAY-THURS. 8:30AM-5PM FRIDAY 8:30AM-4PM

Valley Social Club Calendar for July 2014