Watercolors Group
2026-03-12 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-19 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-26 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-02 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
* CLASS IS FULL. MORNING SESSION AVAILABLE
This session runs 8 weeks starting from: Jan. 22, 2026 thru Mar. 12, 2026.
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.

Evening Glow - Mar 12th
2026-03-12 15:30 - 16:45 | Atrium
Evening Glow Music Series
March 12th – 3:30PM
Entwyned – A Celtic Program
GIVE ME YOUR HAND: A CELTIC MUSICAL CELEBRATION
For centuries music played a central role in the cultures of Ireland and Scotland. And for centuries there were attempts to eradicate their music and instruments. Our program will highlight delightful selections from the Edward Bunting Collections, first published in 1796. Bunting traveled throughout Ireland to capture in written form traditional Irish music before it was forever lost. Entwyned will perform and describe the joyous, wistful, and rollicking music of the Celtic nations from Bunting and other historic sources, adapted to our instruments: Celtic harp, lutes, historic guitars, mandolin, Baroque flutes, and Viola da Gamba.

Note: this performance will run 3:30-4:45PM and includes a complimentary lecture on the history and culture of Ireland’s music.
Donations Welcome!
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Performances are followed by a reception with refreshments.
DEE HANSEN
Dee Hansen is a Professor Emeritus of Music Education at The Hartt School, University of Hartford and author of 100 Years of Hartt, A Centennial Celebration. She regularly performs as a Renaissance and Baroque flautist and has a background in professional choral singing and guitar. Dee is a nationally active clinician and arts consultant who publishes and specializes in curriculum and assessment development, music and literacy connections, and practical applications of learning theory. Dr. Hansen holds a master’s degree in music history and Doctorate of Musical Arts degree. She is a member of Amherst Early Music and Early Music America. She is a budding early music lever harpist.
NEAL HUMPHREYS
Neal is Manager, Hartt Academic Support Services at the University of Hartford. He graduated from Hartt with his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Cello Performance with an emphasis in chamber music. His vast ensemble experience includes work with composers Tan Dun and Frank Ticheli, a tour of mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. He has performed under Peter Nero with members of the San Francisco Symphony, Ballet, and Opera orchestras. A cross-genre cellist-explorer, Neal enjoys delighting audiences with an eclectic mix of music from the early Baroque to jazz, punk rock, and hip hop. He can be heard on Kenny Garrett’s Grammy nominated jazz album “Beyond the Wall.”
ERIC HANSEN
Eric Hansen is the retired Electronic Resources Coordinator for the Connecticut State Library. He performed as a professional bassist and lutenist in concerts and on recordings with nationally known musicians. Over the years Eric played the lute on two gold albums and two multi-platinum albums. He holds a master’s degree in music history and did post graduate work in musicology at the University of Chicago with the late Howard Mayer Brown. In addition to his work with Entwyned Early Music, he continues to perform on the lute as a member of the Lute Society of America, Amherst Early Music, and Early Music America.

Bereavement Circle
2026-03-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Community Room
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.

Preregistration required/more information: Please contact Doreen at tangohampton@gmail.com.
Together we will hold and point a compass toward comfort

Friday Feast & Dancing Feet - 3/13
2026-03-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium
Enjoy a tasty lunch, wonderful music and lots of dancing!
Friday, Mar 13, 2026
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Atrium
Cost: $7 at the Door
* Pre-registration REQUIRED BY Wednesday, Mar 11th!
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Monthly Grief Yoga: Mar 16th
2026-03-16 09:00 - 10:15 | Community Room
Grief Yoga
Breath ~ Movement ~ Sound

A space to feel, move and heal.
Whether it’s a loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, a job or a part of your own well-being, grief is a path we all travel.

Join us for a 60-75 minute Grief Yoga class where breath, movement and sound gently guide you through the pain toward a place of love and renewal.
Together, we witness our grief.
$25 per class – registration is required.
(no previous yoga experience necessary)
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Classes are led by Ursula Daiber, a 500-hour trained yoga teacher who is certified in Grief Yoga.
Ursula holds monthly Grief Yoga classes in Middletown, Sandy Hook and Litchfield. She also offers two-hour workshops to dive deeper into those places that need to be released. Class sizes are limited with the intent to create a safe environment to allow participants to share.
For more information on monthly Grief Yoga classes, workshops, or private sessions, email: ursuladaiber@aol.com

Strength Training Silver Sneakers
2026-03-16 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-03-23 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-03-30 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-04-06 10:15 - 11:15
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.

Chair Silver Sneakers
2026-03-16 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-23 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-30 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-06 11:30 - 12:30 | Atrium
Class Description:
60-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.

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.

Mystery Book Club
2026-03-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Learning Center
This is a book group focused on mysteries, for the most part, books that have some international flavor.
Group meets 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Group size is limited to please contact Pat at pad44ct@gmail.com for more information on how to participate.

Duplicate Bridge
2026-03-18 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-25 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Community Room
Cost: $6*
Bring a partner, bring a lunch!
Facilitated by David Bill.

Quilts that Care
2026-03-18 12:30 - 14:00
Quilts that Care is a dynamic group of volunteers that make and donate handmade quilts to cancer patients. These quilts are distributed by the social workers currently at 19 cancer treatment facilities in CT and growing.
You don’t have to be a quilter to join us. We need volunteers to iron, cut and organize fabric. All materials are supplied to us. We have pre-made quilt kits available for those who cannot make the meetings but would like to participate.
Subsequent meetings will be held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month.
For more info, please call Deb Van Steenberge at 860-782-1043 or email at quiltsthatcare.deb@gmail.com

Free Hearing Screenings
2026-03-25 09:30 - 12:00 | Learning Center
Free Comprehensive Hearing Screening! Call 860-567-8302 to book your 20 minute appointment between 9:30-12pm.

Hearing Care Centers will be on site at Litchfield Community Center to offer free comprehensive hearing screenings, 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.

ARC Blood Drive
2026-03-25 13:00 - 18:00 | Atrium
* Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for appointment

Wine & Cheese Tasting Night ~ Sold Out
2026-03-27 18:30 - 19:45
The Discerning Palate is back to share an evening to indulge your senses.
Discover unique wine pairings, artisanal cheeses, and the joy of sharing moments together.
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*POSTPONED* AARP: Fraud Prevention
2026-03-31 10:30 - 11:30
Protect yourself from fraud and learn how to avoid common scams. Join our safety workshops to secure your identity and financial information today.
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Connect Physical Therapy Talk: Causes and Management of Stiffness
2026-04-01 11:30 - 12:30
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Full Moon Gong: Apr 1st
2026-04-01 16:00 - 17:00
Immerse yourself in the soothing and transformative experience combining the ancient practice of sound healing
with the powerful vibrations of a gong offering a holistic approach to relaxation and well-being.
Facilitated by Nick Switz.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
What to Bring:

Comfortable clothing
Yoga mat or blanket to lie on (Chairs will be provided)
Pillow and additional blankets for warmth and comfort
Eye mask (optional)

Pysansky Egg Decorating - Sold Out
2026-04-02 17:30 - 19:30
Pysanky Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop with Sharon Leonard “The Egglady.”
Our guest, Sharon Leonard “The Egglady” will teach and demonstrate the Art of Ukrainian Easter Egg decoration. The Pysanky decorating process is relatively simple but keeping a steady hand can be a challenge. The process involves applying melted wax to the eggshell in a design, then dipping it into different colored dyes, layer by layer. Going progressively darker, the process is repeated for each color and by the end of the process the egg will be covered with a great deal of wax. The next step shows something spectacular. Using the side of a candle flame, guests melt away the wax to reveal a brilliantly colored egg.
Class is limited to 20.
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