Colchester Senior Center

05/25/2026

CSC will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

05/22/2026

The City Island Lobster Trip is a "go" but there is still room on the trip for any others who may want to get in on this fun. Whether the food is the biggest draw or time to shop on Arthur Avenue, don't miss your chance for a great out trip next month. See Susan in the office to register before the trip sets off on June 4th.

05/21/2026

Today, Colchester voters showed up in the highest turnout referendum in recent history with a clear message: No - Too High. Both the Town and Board of Education budgets were defeated by a significant margin.

Over the last few weeks, I have heard residents repeatedly express two major concerns: affordability and lack of confidence in the process. While the Board of Finance worked to bring down the proposed mill rate increase with a combination of reductions — including a $1 million cut to the Board of Education’s proposed budget — and use of fund balance and new state revenue, the budget sent to referendum was still an increase of over 2 mills. The Board of Finance debated further cuts to the Board of Education, but a majority of members ultimately agreed they would let the voters decide. It was a difficult ask to begin with, made tougher by the ongoing questions residents asked about the status of the Board of Education’s incomplete forensic audit.

Although the Board of Education met to review their report last night, the document itself was not available for the public until today. The report does not change the numbers the Board of Education needs to shore up their health insurance fund, but I am glad to see the report see the light of day and hope it will provide the answers voters are looking for. Unfortunately, the release of the report on the day of referendum was simply too late.

Regardless, voters have spoken on both budgets. Now, the Board of Finance must find ways to better balance our Town and Education needs with the financial needs of Colchester property owners and voters.

I ran for First Selectman to bring people together. Sometimes that means leading. In times like this, it means listening. I am proud of the progress we made over the last two and half years, but today calls for a different approach.

Tomorrow, the Board of Finance will meet at 6:00 PM to discuss and act on reductions to both budgets so that a second referendum can be scheduled before the end of the fiscal year. I encourage residents to attend in-person or via Zoom. The Board of Selectmen was scheduled to meet at 7:00 PM, but I will cancel the Board of Selectmen’s regular meeting to allow the Board of Finance the time for appropriate deliberations about both the Town and Board of Education budgets.

I am prepared to work with the Board of Finance to make cuts on the Town side. Together, we must find ways to listen to the voice of the community and reduce the proposed mill rate.

(Updated with corrected unofficial advisory question numbers)

05/15/2026

What a HOOT! Last night we hosted a Decades Dinner Dance with musical favorites from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s though some more current songs were requested. We danced to music spanning from Frank Sinatra to Bad Bunny with DJ Montez. Some people even came in costume. Dinner was catered from Papa Z’s. Eating, dancing, laughing, we had such a great time!

05/13/2026

During our Wellness Night programs last night, we held a Rag Wreath making class led by CSC member, Joyce S. Looks like everyone had a terrific time and left with a pretty door wreath in their choice of red/yellow or assorted blues. ❤️💛💙🩵

05/05/2026

If you get a text like this, don’t respond, and don’t scan the QR code. If you think the message might be real, check the court’s website for case information or call the court directly — but use a website or phone number you know is correct, not info from the text message. If you scan the QR code, they’ll try to steal personal information (like your Social Security or credit card number), download malware on your phone, and steal your money.

05/05/2026

Today, we’re proud to announce that our has been given TWO Honorable Mentions from NCOA’s 2025 Programs of Excellence! This distinction is awarded by the National Institute of Senior Centers for organizations that go above and beyond in meeting the needs of in their communities and helping make more accessible. Congratulations to all our hardworking staff! 🎉

05/04/2026

Dr. Ewings and Mrs. Hebb dropped off “Blessing Bags” from the students at Jack Jackter Intermediate School to brighten the day of our Meals on Wheels clients. Each bag is filled with snacks, practical items and even some handmade refrigerator magnets with positive affirmations. What a wonderful way to start the week! 😃

04/30/2026