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Thursday November 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
Monday November 25, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
Tuesday November 26, 2024
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Youth Dance Class (Rec Dept)
 
Wednesday November 27, 2024
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM    Hold for Perfect Fit
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM    Hold for Yoga
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Hold for Line Dancing
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
Saturday November 30, 2024
3:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Simsbury Celebrates
 
Monday December 2, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
Tuesday December 3, 2024
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Youth Dance Class (Rec Dept)
 
Wednesday December 4, 2024
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM    Hold for Perfect Fit
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM    Hold for Yoga
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM    HOLD for Holiday Party Set Up
 
Thursday December 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    HOLD for Holiday Party
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
Monday December 9, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
Tuesday December 10, 2024
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Youth Dance Class (Rec Dept)
 
Wednesday December 11, 2024
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM    Hold for Perfect Fit
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM    Hold for Yoga
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Hold for Line Dancing
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Nov/Dec
With great camaraderie and no need for a partner, this 60-minute class is a wonderful way to stay healthy. Regular line dancing may increase flexibility, strength and lung capacity, and lead to an improvement in bone health, balance and coordination. Adding light weights increases the health benefits! (Weights are optional.)  In addition, a 21-year study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that among several forms of exercise studied, only dancing reduced the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; and it was by a dramatic 76 percent.Instructor:  Mary Root 
 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Farmington Valley Quilters Guild Meeting
 
Thursday December 12, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Nov/Dec
This 60-minute class combines strength training, cardio and balance exercises for a complete work out. Class can be done either seated or standing.Instructor: Mary Root
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    HOLD for TJQ:MBB
 
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM    Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance - Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance (Oct-Apr)
Tai Ji Quan®:Moving for Better Balance Instructor: Ken ZaborowskiAuditoriumTai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® is a research-based falls prevention exercise  program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults and people with balance difficulties. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You will learn the movements over 24 weeks in classes held twice a week. Classes are taught by a trained instructor in a supportive environment. This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane. This 24-week program will run twice a week from October 22 through April 17 on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. *(No class 11/28, 12/17, 12/19, 12/24)This program is offered at no charge in partnership with the CT Healthy Living Collective and funded in part by the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area on Aging. Visit www.cthealthyliving.org for more information.Limited spots available.Please call the Senior Center to register at 860-658-3273.
 
Saturday December 14, 2024
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Wreath Across America **INCLEMENT WEATHER LOCATION**
 
Monday December 16, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM    Social Services Holiday Gift Distribution
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
 
Tuesday December 17, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM    Social Services Holiday Gift Distribution
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
 
Wednesday December 18, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM    Social Services Holiday Gift Distribution
 
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM    Hold for Perfect Fit
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM    Hold for Yoga
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Hold for Line Dancing
 
Thursday December 19, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM    Social Services Holiday Gift Distribution
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Nov/Dec
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercise systems for mental and physical well-being. Emphasis is on breathing and the use of gentle, fluid movements.Tai Chi releases tension, deepens relaxation, improves balance, increases bone density and develops muscle tone. Its gentleness is especially suited for older adults and people who are rehabilitating from an illness or an accident. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes for this 45-minute class.  We offer both beginner- and intermediate-level classes.Instructor:  Ken Zaborowski
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
 
Friday December 20, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM    Social Services Holiday Gift Distribution