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    Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon

    On Friday, March 15th at 12 PM @ the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, join us for our annual Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon! The lunch menu will be corn beef and cabbage, potatoes, as well as soda bread and dessert! You must register for lunch if you wish to eat with us this day. To register for lunch, you must have an updated Form 5 on file with the Estuary, and also call the Estuary to reserve your lunch by 11 AM on Thursday, March 7th. Reserve your lunch by calling the Estuary at (860)388-1611 ext. 216. Form 5’s can be picked up or emailed to you upon request. Lunches are $3 per person, to be paid at the door the day of the event.

    “Luck of the Irish” Social Hour

    “Luck of the Irish” Social Hour– Wednesday, March 13th at 11 AM @ the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme– Help us celebrate March and St. Patrick’s day with goodies and refreshments! Since our building is closed for renovations, we’ve all been a little detached. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to get together and re-connect with our community and friends! This event is free for all of our members.

    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!