April Save the Dates:
Call (860)434-1605 Ext. 241 or Email seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov to register
Beginner Pickleball– Thursday (April 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th) at 1 PM @ Cross Lane Park
*You can bring your own paddle, or we have a couple paddles to share*
Parade Practice– Fridays (April 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th) at 1:15 @ Rogers Lake Clubhouse
* For Memorial Day Parade, led by Stephanie, all are welcome to join, no dancing experience needed*
Movie Monday: “Chicago”- Monday, April 8th at 1 PM @ the Lyme Library
Special Luncheon– Tuesday, April 9th at 12 PM @ the First Cong. Church OL–
*Sign up and payment due by Tuesday, April 2nd, $3*
Beginner Ballroom Dancing– Wednesday, April 10th at 10 AM @ First Cong. Church of OL
“April Showers” Social Hour– Wednesday, April 10th at 11 AM @ First Cong. Church of OL
New Horizons Band – Tuesday, April 16th at 12:30 PM @ the First Cong. Church of OL
Veterans Coffeehouse– Wednesday, April 17th at 9:45 AM @ Saint Ann’s Church
“Building Buzz”-Tuesday, April 23rd at 11:15 AM @ First Cong. Church of OL
Downsizing Demystified– Tuesday, April 23rd at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall
“Building Buzz” Meeting
Hosted by the Lymes’ Senior Center Building Committee, this meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 26th at 11:15 AM @ the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. This meeting will take place every 4th Tuesday of each month until we get back into our new building! This will provide a more personalized experience in gaining knowledge about the progress of our new building. Come ask questions, and get in-the-know with updates of the Lymes’ Senior Center.
Beginners Ballroom Dancing Workshop
Beginners Ballroom Dancing Workshop– Wednesday, March 13th at 10 AM @ the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme– Join us for an hour-long workshop on the basics of ball room dancing! First Congregational Church’s own Sexton, Sean McCarty, is bringing his talent and teaching skills to lead this course! Learn the basics of ballroom dancing, including the box step and basic tips and tricks. The cost for this workshop is free for members, 55 years of age or better!
Tai Chi with Alex
Tai Chi with Alex (March Session)- Tuesdays, March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th at 8:30 AM @ Rogers Lake Clubhouse- Join us as we start a new Tai Chi program! Research shows that practicing tai chi can improve balance, stability, and flexibility in older people, including those with Parkinson’s disease. Practiced regularly, it can also help reduce pain, especially from knee osteoarthritis, back problems, and fibromyalgia. We are offering this program in monthly sessions. To register for a session please call Caitlin at (860)434-1605 ext. 241; payments can be cash or check, and can be brought the first class of each monthly session. March’s 4-week session is $30, April’s 5-week session is $38, for members. Call (860)434-1605 Ext. 241 or Email seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov to register.
Decoupage Shells
When: Wednesday, April 10th; 1—3 PM. Where: Old Lyme Town Hall Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Create your very own decoupage shells during this arts & crafts class with Mary! Decoupage is all about creating paper cutouts, gluing them to a surface, and then applying varnish to create a hand-painted or stenciled look- something you commonly see at farmers markets or craft fairs that often sell for a high price. With this class, you’ll learn how to create your own!