Upcoming Events

Low impact Wellbeing Walks on a variety of paved and natural surfaces will offer a great opportunity to meet new people, boost your mood, reduce any stress, help enjoy nature and jumpstart your aerobic endurance! Grab some sneakers for a 45 minute brisk walk concluding with 15 minutes of resistance work with weights and bands (we will provide)- all starting outside Litchfield Community Center." Covered by Silversneakers and Renew Active, open to anyone to join, small donation.

Visit Wendy @ Yoga With Wendy Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays. A yoga class conducted in a casual, practical, fun atmosphere. Students are encouraged to breathe and stretch to their potential that day. Modifications are always offered. Suitable for people who are beginners to experienced in a yoga practice.

Bring your own project to work on. Social group offers tips, tricks, and gossip!

Functional Strengthening will improve overall functional capacity and quality of life- improving your ability to perform daily activities such as lifting, carrying, reaching, movement, and everyday tasks. Come and push, pull, hinge, bend, lunge, squat, rotate and lift with us! We will use dumbbells and resistance bands. Keep those muscles functioning as they were designed to. Class is covered by Silversneakers and Renew Active insurance but anyone is welcome to attend this class. If insurance will not be available a donation is welcomed. The class will be 45 minutes in duration. Wear appropriate clothes for exercise, please. Instructor Janice Connor will be instructing the group. Janice has been a Group exercise and a Spin instructor for many years and has taught Silversneakers for over ten years. However, she finds the challenges of compound movements and using dumbbells her favorite. Janice has attended exercise classes for decades as her Mother, Ann, began teaching fitness and movement in the 1950’s in the U.K.

The Substance - Rated R (141 min) A fading celebrity takes a black-market drug: a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself. $2.00 suggested donation

Spend the afternoon with fellow players and brush up on your skills playing the ancient, fascinating and challenging game of Mah Jongg.

Grab your friends and families and come to LCC enjoy open recreation time This is a time for people of all ages to join us and utilize our Pool Tables, Ping Pong tables, Foosball, Board Games and Lawn Games! Please be respectful of our property and equipment and leave the space as you found it when you leave! We look forward to seeing everyone back at the center!

Class Description: 30-minute chair exercise after a brief warm-up. You will use hand weights and assistance bands and incorporate moves/stretches' ideal for those who prefer to sit during a class! SilverSneakers can help seniors live their best lives. Participants may experience greater energy, increased strength and improved balance and flexibility. The benefit is included in 60+ Medicare plans. This Modified Silver Sneakers class which includes chairs, hand weights, tubing and balls. Also see Tuesdays 2:30pm Instructor: Janice Connor, Certified Instructor. Class fee is covered by most Health Plans. If you are not covered, class is $8.00 pp. Go to SilverSneakers to check for eligibility.

SilverSneakers can help seniors live their best lives. Participants may experience greater energy, increased strength and improved balance and flexibility. The benefit is included in 60+ Medicare plans. This "all skill level" class includes chairs, hand weights, tubing and balls. Instructor: Janice Connor, Certified Instructor. Class fee is covered by most Health Plans. If you are not covered, class is $8.00 pp. Go to SilverSneakers to check for eligibility.

Dates: Every Tuesday June 24 - July 22 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM Location: Litchfield Community Center The Kids Summer Activity Club offers a fun and engaging experience for children ages 7-11. Each week features a different theme with exciting activities, including games, crafts, and special outings for ice cream. Cost: $35 for the full series Please bring: A bagged lunch each day Register now at www.TheCommunityCenter.org or call 860-567-8302 for more information.

All ages and skill levels are invited each Tuesday morning to craft, create and share! Bring your latest project to work on or start a new and share in a leisurely and social environment. *Instruction is available upon request for beginners* If you are interested in FREE hour of Instruction please call (860)567-8302 for more information and to schedule an appointment. Schedule an appointment to Learn the basics of Water Color and Acrylic Painting and gain an understanding of the materials needed to create a beautiful masterpiece! Please limit your number of appointments in order to allow availability for others! Already know the basics? Pop in and join the artists in a free space and welcoming environment to practice and share your skills while working on a new project! All you need to bring is an open mind and your materials!

*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO EARLY FALL* Please register to recieve an update of the reschedule date. Creating a Strong Estate Plan: Protect Your Family and Your Finances Whether you are a planner or a procrastinator, having a strong and up-to-date estate plan should be at the top of your to-do list. In addition to providing the peace of mind of knowing your final wishes will be legally documented, an estate plan provides a roadmap for your loved ones to know how to care for you if you are no longer able to care for yourself and/or your financial and legal affairs. In this session, you’ll learn about important estate planning documents like Wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, and trusts, and the purpose and powers included in each. Furthermore, we’ll examine what happens if you don’t have a Will when you pass away, how your estate gets divided amongst your heirs, who can pay your bills if you can’t, how to choose your power of attorney and health care agents, and some common estate planning mistakes that you will want to avoid. Even if you have already created an estate plan, discover when and if you should have your existing documents reviewed and updated. Speaker: Attorney DiMinno

The public is invited to attend The Empowered Caregiver, an education series aimed at teaching caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia. Topics include tips for understanding key aspects of caregiving, managing finances, supporting independence, communicating effectively, responding to dementia-related behaviors and exploring care and support services. Join us for a two-part series: Tuesday, June 17, 2025: Building Foundations of Caregiving, Supporting Independence,Exploring Care and Support Services Tuesday, June 24, 2025: Communicating Effectively, Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors 12 – 2 pm at the Litchfield Community Center | 421 Bantam Rd, Litchfield Light lunch will be served. Support for this community program provided by the Connecticut Community Foundation.Attendance is encouraged, but not required, at both sessions. RSVP required, space is limited. Register for either or both sessions by calling 860-567-8302 or visit thecommunitycenter.org. About the Alzheimers Association The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia – by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimers and all other dementia ®. Visit alz.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 for more information.

Weekly game of Bingo played Tuesdays at 12:30pm.

A strength training class that includes stretching, abdominal work & muscle isolation for a full body workout. Instructor: Dean Roberts.

Visit Wendy @ Yoga With Wendy Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays. A yoga class conducted in a casual, practical, fun atmosphere. Students are encouraged to breathe and stretch to their potential that day. Modifications are always offered. Suitable for people who are beginners to experienced in a yoga practice.

Hearing Care Centers offers a comprehensive hearing screening is a series of tests that assess an individual’s ability to hear sounds and understand speech. The screening typically includes a range of tests such as pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and middle ear testing. The purpose of the screening is to determine whether an individual has any hearing loss and the extent of the hearing loss. Comprehensive hearing screening is important because hearing loss can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life. It can affect an individual’s ability to communicate effectively, participate in social activities, and perform daily tasks. Early detection of hearing loss can help prevent these negative impacts by allowing for prompt treatment, such as hearing aids or cochlear implants, which can improve an individual’s ability to hear and communicate. Additionally, early detection of hearing loss can help identify any underlying medical conditions that may be causing the hearing loss and allow for timely treatment of those conditions. Overall, comprehensive hearing screening is an important tool in maintaining overall health and wellbeing.

Facilitated by David Bill.

Finding a Path Forward After the Loss of a Spouse or Partner Learning how to navigate through the grieving process? This peer support group will help you to understand the uncertainty, vulnerability and trauma associated with such an immeasurable loss. There is help. There is hope. You are not alone in this journey. 8-week session June 4 - July 30, 2025 (no session June 25) Preregistration required/more information: Please contact Doreen at tangohampton@gmail.com. Together we will hold and point a compass toward comfort

Marie Boyens leads a light Tai Chi exercise each week focusing on reflexology and meditation. This class is free. Your safety is our main concern so we will be following proper guidelines.

Bring your acoustic instrument and join us for a casual circle of song sharing and playing.

Join Ann Moureau, Reiki Master & Teacher, to learn more about the benefits of Reiki and how it works. Reiki mini sessions are limited and are first come, first serve. To reserve a session, please call 860-567-8302 or email info@thecommunitycenter.org. Presentation - 4:00PM Sessions Available: 5:10PM- 5:30PM-

Teen Summer Kickoff at Litchfield Community Center Wednesday, June 25 | 6:00–9:00 PM For Grades 6–8 | $5 Donation Get ready to launch into summer at our Teen Summer Kickoff! This exciting evening is packed with games, music, snacks, and plenty of opportunities to hang out with friends. Whether you're dancing, playing, or just chilling, it's the perfect way to start the season. Bring your friends and celebrate summer with us! Location: Litchfield Community Center Donation: $5 Open to students entering or finishing grades 6–8 Register now at www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

SilverSneakers can help seniors live their best lives. Participants may experience greater energy, increased strength and improved balance and flexibility. The benefit is included in 60+ Medicare plans. This "all skill level" class includes chairs, hand weights, tubing and balls. Instructor: Janice Connor, Certified Instructor. Class fee is covered by most Health Plans. If you are not covered, class is $8.00 pp. Go to SilverSneakers to check for eligibility.

Technology made easy! Are you having trouble with your computer, smart phone, Firestick, or other technology??? Well look no further! FREE help with JC Tieman is available at the LCC. Help is available for all ages, and tech abilities. Thursdays from 9-11m, call to sign up for a one hour time slot for one on one help with an experienced IT professional. Free help is available for but not limited to: *Tutorials *Programming and app installation *General Maintenance *Minor Repairs *Software Upgrades *Digital Photography *Email *Minor Repairs *Amazon Firesticks

Nature & Adventure Club (Ages 9-13) Dates: June 26, July 3, July 10, July 24 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM Location: Litchfield Community Center Join Program Coordinator Noah for a summer filled with outdoor adventure. Participants will explore parks, hike trails, and enjoy nature while staying active and making new friends. Cost: $20 for the full series Please bring: A bagged lunch each day Register now at www.TheCommunityCenter.org or call 860-567-8302 for more information.

Class Description: 30-minute chair exercise after a brief warm-up. You will use hand weights and assistance bands and incorporate moves/stretches' ideal for those who prefer to sit during a class! SilverSneakers can help seniors live their best lives. Participants may experience greater energy, increased strength and improved balance and flexibility. The benefit is included in 60+ Medicare plans. This Modified Silver Sneakers class which includes chairs, hand weights, tubing and balls. Also see Tuesdays 2:30pm Instructor: Janice Connor, Certified Instructor. Class fee is covered by most Health Plans. If you are not covered, class is $8.00 pp. Go to SilverSneakers to check for eligibility.

Table Tennis is played weekly on Thursdays. Drop in. New or experienced players welcome! Paddles available.

This session runs 8 weeks starting from May 8th through June 26th. Watercolor is the perfect medium to lose oneself, explore color, and serendipitous occurrences, and share experiences. Instructor: Rose Petruzzi. Bring what materials you have to class. Email Rose at rose4444@icloud.com for a list of suggested materials.

A strength training class that includes stretching, abdominal work & muscle isolation for a full body workout. Instructor: Dean Roberts.

Got a Ukelele? All levels and Ages welcome every 4th Thursday of the month! How it Works: -Sing-a-long & play 3 songs together, facilitated by John Concilio -Open Mic -Decide as a group what 3 songs you’ll play together at the next meetup.

Happy Times with TIPS Tykes Indoor Playgroup & Social time Every Friday, unless noted on the calendar. 9:30 am- 11:30 a.m. No charge & open to all Here's a fun, safe indoor activity for your baby, toddler, or preschooler and you! A chance to meet and socialize with local parents and caregivers. You can BRING YOUR OWN bike/trike/walker etc. Yes! There is plenty of room for your child to safely scoot around. There will also be a small collection of sanitized toys, and creative play items on hand. Packaged snacks are allowed and we will even play happy music on the stereo! With plenty of smooth wooden floors to enjoy and explore, imagine how far your kids will go, the fun that will be had, and the special company shared! The safety of all Community Center users and visitors is a top priority and we follow State & CDC guidelines to ensure it. Caregivers must wear a mask as well as children 3 years old and above. INFORMATION: 860-567-8302 INFO@THECOMMUNITYCENTER.ORG

Calling all poems and writers! All experience levels are welcome, come learn how to write poems or take the time to creatively Bring your previous poems and a pen to write new ones. Come take some time to explore your talent and share it with others. Group meets every Friday from 10 am - 11:30 am

Join us at The Litchfield Community Center with our Yoga Instructor Nick Switz! Date: May 31st Time: 10am-1pm

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