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    Beginner Ballroom Dancing Workshop

    Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00am @ 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!

    Valentine’s Day Bracelets

    Tuesday, February 13th from 1:00-3:00pm @ Old Lyme Town Hall 

    Cost: 2 non-perishable foods for members, 3 non-perishable foods for non-members

    Love is in the air; join us as we make Valentines Day Gifts! Come create a set of fun and beautiful bracelets for yourself, or to gift someone, just in time for Valentines Day! Please bring scissors and craft glue with you to the program; all
    other materials will be provided to you. Limited capacity; priority seating

    Spring Art and Craft Classes

    Valentine’s Day Bracelets

    When: Tuesday, February 13th Time: 1-3 PM
    Where: Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

    Cost: 2 nonperishable foods for members, 3 nonperishable foods for nonmembers

    Love is in the air; join us as we make Valentines Day Gifts! Come create a set of fun and beautiful bracelets for yourself, or to gift someone, just in time for Valentines Day! Please bring scissors and craft glue with you to the program; all other materials will be provided to you. Limited capacity: priority seating goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605 ext. 24

    S p r i n g P a p e r R o s e W r e a t h s

    When: Wednesday, March 20th Time: 1—3 PM
    Where: Old Lyme Town Hall; 52 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

    Cost: 2 nonperishable foods for members, 3 nonperishable foods for nonmembers

    Join us in welcoming spring, with these DIY Spring Paper Rose Wreaths. Instructor Mary will
    be here to show us how to make these gorgeous wreaths, just in time for Spring! Limited
    capacity: priority goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605, ext. 241!

    F l o r a l Lei C r o w n W o r k s h o p

    When: Tuesday, April 2nd Time: 1û3 PM
    Where: Lyme Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme

    Cost: $20 for members, includes materials

    In this 2 hour workshop, participants will learn the art and craft of woven floral crowns, lei.
    po’o, originating in Hawaii to celebrate the wearer and bask in natural beauty. You will also learn the history of lei, selecting plants and a pattern, and weaving technique. Limited
    capacity; priority goes to current members; register by calling (860)434û1605, ext. 241!

     

    Stop the Bleed

    Stop the Bleed will be held on Wednesday, February 28th at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall. Join us in welcoming Doug Lo Presti and Colleen Atkinson, who will be here to teach us how to Stop The Bleed! In this life education class, you will recognize life threatening bleeding and how to intervene effectively. Limited space available; the cost is free for members, 55 years of age or better!

    The Life of Amelia Earhart with Mallory Howard

    The Life of Amelia Earhart with Mallory Howard will be held on Monday, February 26th at 1 PM @ the Old Lyme Town Hall. Although her life was cut tragically short, Amelia Earhart was ultimately a triumph in a male dominated field. We will take a dive into her personal life as well as her accomplishments in the air and on the ground. We will also look at the news regarding the latest claims of discovering what truly happened to her after she perished. It is an exciting, interesting, and bittersweet exploration of the famous aviatrix and why she is still revered and remembered today. The cost is free for members, $10 for nonmembers, 55 years of age or better!