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Monday October 7, 2024
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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JRB
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Veteran's Coffee
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Veterans Coffee - Veterans Coffee Hour - 10/07/24
Stop by Eno Memorial Hall and connect with other area veterans who share similar military experiences, learn about resources and talk about issues that concern veterans and their families.Cosponsored by Simsbury Senior Center, American Legion, Tomalonis-Hall Post 84 & Veterans of Foreign Wars, Metacomet Post 1926
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Sept/Oct
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
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Monday Suppers - 10/07 Monday Supper @ Eno
Join us every month for supper at the Senior Center.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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HOLD for Monday Supper
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6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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NAMI
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Tuesday October 8, 2024
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Ladies of the Knockers - Ladies of the Knockers 2024
Ladies of the KnockersFreeThis group meets once a month on a Tuesday from 10:00-11:30 a.m. to knit hand-made breast prosthetics.Please bring size 4 or 5 double-pointed needles.
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramics (Tues) - Sept/Oct
Enjoy being creative at our weekly Ceramics class.All skill levels welcome.Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia(Session fee plus cost of supplies)
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Hold for Lunch Cafe
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Lunch CAFE (Tuesdays) - Lunch Cafe (Tuesday) 2024
Our Lunch Cafe is served each Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for $2 each, (cash or check made out to the Town of Simsbury). Eat in or take out!There is no need to register ahead of time; simply pay when you pick up your meal.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Scrabble (Tues) 2024
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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A Matter of Balance - A Matter of Balance
A Matter of BalanceTuesdays, Sept. 10 – Nov. 51:00-3:00 p.m.Simsbury Public Library, Friends Program RoomFree; Register by Sept. 3Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this 9-week program you will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercises to increase strength and balance. Who should attend? -Anyone concerned about falls-Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength-Anyone who has fallen in the past-Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns Presented by the Farmington Valley Health District
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Cribbage (Tues) 2024
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Old Drake Hill Flower Bridge Committee Meeting
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Wednesday October 9, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Hold for Perfect Fit
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Intonations - Intonations (Wed) - Sept-Dec
This choral group enjoys singing together and performing at local venues.New members are always welcome.Director: Greg Babal
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Gentle Yoga - Yoga with Ease (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
An ancient secret to health and wellness, Yoga is the perfect way to learn how to care for your body from the inside out. These 60-minute sessions are perfect for all levels and ages, (including beginners), and a great balance to your self-care routine. We will work from the ground up combining breathing and relaxation techniques, with postures to lengthen and strengthen your whole body, along with poses focusing on balance. Afterward you will feel recharged and refocused. Please use a mat. Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Hold for Yoga
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening - Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings (Wed) 2024
Blood Pressure & Sugar ScreeningsThe Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County will perform blood pressure and blood sugar screenings on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Lower Rotunda. Appointments are not required.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Lunch @ Eno
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch @ Eno (Wednesdays) - 10/09/24 Lunch @ Eno - Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baked Sweet Potato, Peas
All meals, served Wednesday at noon, include bread or rolls, and dessert. Please register by 10:00 a.m. on the Friday before and make your payment at that time. Cost: $4 for Simsbury residents 50 and older; $5 for non-residents and Simsbury residents under 50
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Hold for Line Dancing
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Sept/Oct
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
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Fashion Show Luncheon Set Up
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Fashion Show Set Up
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6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:15 PM - 10:00 PM
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Simsbury Bridge Club
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Thursday October 10, 2024
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Sept/Oct
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
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Thursdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fashion Show Luncheon
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fashion Show Luncheon
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Fashion Show & Luncheon - Fashion Show & Luncheon
Fashion Show & LuncheonThursday, October 1012:00 p.m. Lunch, Youth Room1:00 p.m. Fashion Show, AuditoriumFree; Register by Oct. 3 Eno Memorial Hall runway will be the stage for men’s and women’s sartorial splendor during our annual Fashion Show and Luncheon. Minestrone soup, turkey sandwiches and dessert will be served, followed by the fashion show. Everyone who attends the luncheon will be entered into a raffle. This annual favorite will feature apparel supplied by the thrift shop of The Arc of the Farmington Valley, Inc., more commonly known as Favarh. This free annual event is popular, so we recommend registering well before the deadline.Thank you to Simsbury-Granby Rotary for generously sponsoring this luncheon.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge Group
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Fashion Show
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Fashion Show & Luncheon - Fashion Show & Luncheon
Fashion Show & LuncheonThursday, October 1012:00 p.m. Lunch, Youth Room1:00 p.m. Fashion Show, AuditoriumFree; Register by Oct. 3 Eno Memorial Hall runway will be the stage for men’s and women’s sartorial splendor during our annual Fashion Show and Luncheon. Minestrone soup, turkey sandwiches and dessert will be served, followed by the fashion show. Everyone who attends the luncheon will be entered into a raffle. This annual favorite will feature apparel supplied by the thrift shop of The Arc of the Farmington Valley, Inc., more commonly known as Favarh. This free annual event is popular, so we recommend registering well before the deadline.Thank you to Simsbury-Granby Rotary for generously sponsoring this luncheon.
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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American Legion
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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Simsbury Soccer Club Board Meeting
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Monday October 14, 2024
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Hold for Soc. Services
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10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Hold for Jewelry Workshop
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10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Jewelry-Making Workshop - Jewelry-Making Workshop - October 14
Learn to make earrings, bracelets and necklaces with many different types of beads: glass, plastic, metal and semi-precious. You can make as many items as time allows in this 5-hour workshop. The instructor will supply all tools. COST: $5.00 payable to the instructor on the day of the workshop (plus cost of supplies).Instructor: Sandy Merrill
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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Intergenerational Pasta & Pumpkins - Intergenerational Pasta & Pumpkins
Intergenerational Pasta & PumpkinsMonday, October 1412:00-1:30 p.m., Youth RoomFreeRegister by October 10It's PUMPKIN SEASON which means it's the perfect time to make 3D paper pumpkins!Join us for pasta and meatballs from 12:00-12:30 p.m., and a pumpkin craft from 12:30-1:30 p.m. with instruction by Tully Meyer from McLean.All materials will be provided and no experience is needed.
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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Pumpkins and Pasta (Intergenerational)
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Sept/Oct
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
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Maximizing Social Security 2024 Important Changes
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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HOLD for Simsbury Youth Hockey
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Simsbury Youth Hockey
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Tuesday October 15, 2024
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8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Footcare - Footcare 2024
A registered nurse provides foot care at the Senior Center on the first, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. During your appointment, they trim and file nails, sand calluses and corns, and give a foot massage. Appointments run from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM and cost $40, cash or check (made payable to Dancing Feet).Call the Senior Center at (860) 658-3273 to make your appointment.
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Hold for Soc. Services
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Needlers - Needlers 2024
This group meets twice a month. Bring your needlework projects and supplies in to work on in the company of other needlework enthusiasts! (No instructor)
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramics (Tues) - Sept/Oct
Enjoy being creative at our weekly Ceramics class.All skill levels welcome.Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia(Session fee plus cost of supplies)
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Hold for Lunch Cafe
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Lunch CAFE (Tuesdays) - Lunch Cafe (Tuesday) 2024
Our Lunch Cafe is served each Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for $2 each, (cash or check made out to the Town of Simsbury). Eat in or take out!There is no need to register ahead of time; simply pay when you pick up your meal.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Scrabble (Tues) 2024
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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A Matter of Balance - A Matter of Balance
A Matter of BalanceTuesdays, Sept. 10 – Nov. 51:00-3:00 p.m.Simsbury Public Library, Friends Program RoomFree; Register by Sept. 3Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this 9-week program you will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercises to increase strength and balance. Who should attend? -Anyone concerned about falls-Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength-Anyone who has fallen in the past-Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns Presented by the Farmington Valley Health District
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Cribbage (Tues) 2024
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Governors Bridge
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Aging and Disability Commission
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Hazel Meadow II Condo Board
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Wednesday October 16, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Hold for Perfect Fit
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Hold for Yoga
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening - Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings (Wed) 2024
Blood Pressure & Sugar ScreeningsThe Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County will perform blood pressure and blood sugar screenings on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Lower Rotunda. Appointments are not required.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Lunch @ Eno
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch @ Eno (Wednesdays) - 10/16/24 Lunch @ Eno - Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes, Zucchini
All meals, served Wednesday at noon, include bread or rolls, and dessert. Please register by 10:00 a.m. on the Friday before and make your payment at that time. Cost: $4 for Simsbury residents 50 and older; $5 for non-residents and Simsbury residents under 50
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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Simsbury Garden Club
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Sept/Oct
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
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Farmington Valley Quilters Guild Meeting
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Maximizing Social Security 2024 Important Changes
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6:15 PM - 10:00 PM
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Simsbury Bridge Club
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Thursday October 17, 2024
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Flu Clinic - Flu Clinic
Flu ClinicThursday, October 1710:00 a.m.— 1:00 p.m., Youth Room Vaccines Available: Regular (for ages 18 & older) & High Dose (for adults over 65); Please bring your medical insurance card. Insurances Accepted: Medicare Part B as primary insurance, Aetna (Regular & Medicare), Harvard Pilgrim HealthCare, Anthem (Regular & Medicare) & United Health Care (Advantage). For questions regarding vaccines or insurance please call the VNA at (860) 651-3539. To make an appointment please call the Senior Center at (860) 658-3273. Provided by Visiting Nurse & Hospiceof Litchfield County
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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HOLD for Flu Clinic
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge Group
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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HOLD for Fashion Show
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Monday October 21, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Mon) - Sept-Nov (Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Sept/Oct
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
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Tuesday October 22, 2024
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8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Footcare - Footcare 2024
A registered nurse provides foot care at the Senior Center on the first, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. During your appointment, they trim and file nails, sand calluses and corns, and give a foot massage. Appointments run from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM and cost $40, cash or check (made payable to Dancing Feet).Call the Senior Center at (860) 658-3273 to make your appointment.
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramics (Tues) - Sept/Oct
Enjoy being creative at our weekly Ceramics class.All skill levels welcome.Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia(Session fee plus cost of supplies)
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Tuesdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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HOLD for TJQ:MBB
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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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.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Hold for Lunch Cafe
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Lunch CAFE (Tuesdays) - Lunch Cafe (Tuesday) 2024
Our Lunch Cafe is served each Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for $2 each, (cash or check made out to the Town of Simsbury). Eat in or take out!There is no need to register ahead of time; simply pay when you pick up your meal.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Scrabble (Tues) 2024
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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A Matter of Balance - A Matter of Balance
A Matter of BalanceTuesdays, Sept. 10 – Nov. 51:00-3:00 p.m.Simsbury Public Library, Friends Program RoomFree; Register by Sept. 3Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this 9-week program you will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercises to increase strength and balance. Who should attend? -Anyone concerned about falls-Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength-Anyone who has fallen in the past-Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns Presented by the Farmington Valley Health District
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Cribbage (Tues) 2024
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Wednesday October 23, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Hold for Perfect Fit
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Gentle Yoga - Yoga with Ease (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
An ancient secret to health and wellness, Yoga is the perfect way to learn how to care for your body from the inside out. These 60-minute sessions are perfect for all levels and ages, (including beginners), and a great balance to your self-care routine. We will work from the ground up combining breathing and relaxation techniques, with postures to lengthen and strengthen your whole body, along with poses focusing on balance. Afterward you will feel recharged and refocused. Please use a mat. Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Hold for Yoga
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening - Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings (Wed) 2024
Blood Pressure & Sugar ScreeningsThe Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County will perform blood pressure and blood sugar screenings on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Lower Rotunda. Appointments are not required.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Lunch @ Eno
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch @ Eno (Wednesdays) - 10/23/24 Lunch @ Eno - Baked Cod, Wild Rice, Mixed Vegetables
All meals, served Wednesday at noon, include bread or rolls, and dessert. Please register by 10:00 a.m. on the Friday before and make your payment at that time. Cost: $4 for Simsbury residents 50 and older; $5 for non-residents and Simsbury residents under 50
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1:15 PM - 3:00 PM
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Ready for Take Off (YSB)
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Book Club - Book Club - Oct. 23
Share your thoughts and opinions on the selected book of the month.
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Hold for Book Club
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Hold for Line Dancing
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Sept/Oct
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
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6:15 PM - 10:00 PM
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Simsbury Bridge Club
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Thursday October 24, 2024
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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DAR America 250 Tea
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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DAR Revolutionary Tea
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Sept/Oct
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
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Thursdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge Group
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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HOLD for TJQ:MBB
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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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.
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Monday October 28, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Mon) - Sept-Nov (Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - Sept/Oct
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
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Bingo - 10/28/24 Halloween Bingo
Play BINGO with your Senior Center friends!Prizes for all winners.Please register online @ simsburyseniors.com, call (860) 658-3273 or email khaberlin@simsbury-ct.gov.
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Halloween Bingo
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Tuesday October 29, 2024
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Intermediate Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Tuesdays - Sept/Oct
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
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramics (Tues) - Sept/Oct
Enjoy being creative at our weekly Ceramics class.All skill levels welcome.Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia(Session fee plus cost of supplies)
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Tuesdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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HOLD for TJQ:MBB
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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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.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Hold for Lunch Cafe
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Lunch CAFE (Tuesdays) - Lunch Cafe (Tuesday) 2024
Our Lunch Cafe is served each Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for $2 each, (cash or check made out to the Town of Simsbury). Eat in or take out!There is no need to register ahead of time; simply pay when you pick up your meal.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Scrabble (Tues) 2024
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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A Matter of Balance - A Matter of Balance
A Matter of BalanceTuesdays, Sept. 10 – Nov. 51:00-3:00 p.m.Simsbury Public Library, Friends Program RoomFree; Register by Sept. 3Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this 9-week program you will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercises to increase strength and balance. Who should attend? -Anyone concerned about falls-Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength-Anyone who has fallen in the past-Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns Presented by the Farmington Valley Health District
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Cribbage (Tues) 2024
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Police Cadets
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Wednesday October 30, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Hold for Perfect Fit
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Gentle Yoga - Yoga with Ease (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
An ancient secret to health and wellness, Yoga is the perfect way to learn how to care for your body from the inside out. These 60-minute sessions are perfect for all levels and ages, (including beginners), and a great balance to your self-care routine. We will work from the ground up combining breathing and relaxation techniques, with postures to lengthen and strengthen your whole body, along with poses focusing on balance. Afterward you will feel recharged and refocused. Please use a mat. Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Hold for Yoga
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening - Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings (Wed) 2024
Blood Pressure & Sugar ScreeningsThe Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County will perform blood pressure and blood sugar screenings on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Lower Rotunda. Appointments are not required.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Lunch @ Eno
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch @ Eno (Wednesdays) - 10/30/24 Lunch @ Eno - Italian Beef & Pasta, Vegetable Blend
All meals, served Wednesday at noon, include bread or rolls, and dessert. Please register by 10:00 a.m. on the Friday before and make your payment at that time. Cost: $4 for Simsbury residents 50 and older; $5 for non-residents and Simsbury residents under 50
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Medicare Enrollment Appointments
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Hold for Line Dancing
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Sept/Oct
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
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6:15 PM - 10:00 PM
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Simsbury Bridge Club
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Thursday October 31, 2024
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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DAR Revolutionary Tea
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Tai Chi - Tai Chi - Beginner Thursdays - Sept/Oct
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
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Thursdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Thursday) Sept/Oct
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
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Thursdays)
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge Group
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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HOLD for TJQ:MBB
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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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.
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Theatre Guild Rehearsal
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Monday November 4, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Mon) - Sept-Nov (Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Veteran's Coffee
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Veterans Coffee - Veterans Coffee Hour - 11/04/24
Stop by Eno Memorial Hall and connect with other area veterans who share similar military experiences, learn about resources and talk about issues that concern veterans and their families.Cosponsored by Simsbury Senior Center, American Legion, Tomalonis-Hall Post 84 & Veterans of Foreign Wars, Metacomet Post 1926
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Painting Club - Painting Club 2024
Drop in with other enthusiasts in a relaxed environment.Please bring your own materials.Mondays & Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m. (Drop-in)Cost: FREE! (No instructor)
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Beginner Line Dancing
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing (Monday) - May/June
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
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Monday Suppers - 11/04 Monday Supper @ Eno
Join us every month for supper at the Senior Center.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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HOLD for Monday Supper
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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NAMI
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Tuesday November 5, 2024
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8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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Footcare - Footcare 2024
A registered nurse provides foot care at the Senior Center on the first, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. During your appointment, they trim and file nails, sand calluses and corns, and give a foot massage. Appointments run from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM and cost $40, cash or check (made payable to Dancing Feet).Call the Senior Center at (860) 658-3273 to make your appointment.
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Intermediate
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Hold for Tai Chi - Beginner
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Needlers - Needlers 2024
This group meets twice a month. Bring your needlework projects and supplies in to work on in the company of other needlework enthusiasts! (No instructor)
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramics (Tues) - Jul/Aug
Enjoy being creative at our weekly Ceramics class.All skill levels welcome.Instructor: Gloria Cerniglia(Session fee plus cost of supplies)
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga (Tuesdays) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
Yoga can improve strength, flexibility and endurance, and manage inflammation, arthritis and pain. This class is perfect for offering chair support for people with knee and back discomfort.Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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HOLD for TJQ:MBB
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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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.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Hold for Chair Yoga
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Hold for Lunch Cafe
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
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Lunch CAFE (Tuesdays) - Lunch Cafe (Tuesday) 2024
Our Lunch Cafe is served each Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for $2 each, (cash or check made out to the Town of Simsbury). Eat in or take out!There is no need to register ahead of time; simply pay when you pick up your meal.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Scrabble (Tues) 2024
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Every Body's Exercise - Every Body's Exercise (Tuesday) Jul/Aug
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
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12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Hold for Every Body's Exercise (Tuesdays)
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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A Matter of Balance - A Matter of Balance
A Matter of BalanceTuesdays, Sept. 10 – Nov. 51:00-3:00 p.m.Simsbury Public Library, Friends Program RoomFree; Register by Sept. 3Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. In this 9-week program you will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercises to increase strength and balance. Who should attend? -Anyone concerned about falls-Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength-Anyone who has fallen in the past-Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns Presented by the Farmington Valley Health District
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Canasta / Cribbage / Scrabble - Cribbage (Tues) 2024
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Wednesday November 6, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Perfect Fit - Perfect Fit (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
This 60-minute class is designed to give you a complete workout by giving you low-impact fun and energizing aerobics. Strength training, balance work and floor exercises are also part of this great exercise class for all ages. You will need a mat and weights. (For the Zoom class, common household objects can be used as fitness equipment, such as canned vegetables for weights, and pantyhose or T-shirts for resistance bands.)Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Hold for Perfect Fit
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Intonations - Intonations (Wed) - Sept-Dec
This choral group enjoys singing together and performing at local venues.New members are always welcome.Director: Greg Babal
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Gentle Yoga - Yoga with Ease (Wed) - Sept-Nov (Eno & Zoom)
An ancient secret to health and wellness, Yoga is the perfect way to learn how to care for your body from the inside out. These 60-minute sessions are perfect for all levels and ages, (including beginners), and a great balance to your self-care routine. We will work from the ground up combining breathing and relaxation techniques, with postures to lengthen and strengthen your whole body, along with poses focusing on balance. Afterward you will feel recharged and refocused. Please use a mat. Instructor: Susan Rubenstein
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Hold for Yoga
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening - Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings (Wed) 2024
Blood Pressure & Sugar ScreeningsThe Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County will perform blood pressure and blood sugar screenings on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Lower Rotunda. Appointments are not required.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Hold for Lunch @ Eno
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Lunch @ Eno (Wednesdays) - 11/06/24 Lunch @ Eno - Tuscan-style Turkey Breast, Cornbread Stuffing, Green Beans
All meals, served Wednesday at noon, include bread or rolls, and dessert. Please register by 10:00 a.m. on the Friday before and make your payment at that time. Cost: $4 for Simsbury residents 50 and older; $5 for non-residents and Simsbury residents under 50
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Hold for Line Dancing
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Line Dancing - Line Dancing (Wednesday) - Jul/Aug
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
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Tower View Condo Annual Meeting
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6:15 PM - 10:00 PM
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Simsbury Bridge Club
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