Live,Learn,Lunch Series: The Language of Freedom
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
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12:00 Light Lunch will be served
12:30 Presentation

The Language of Freedom – How Revolutionary Rhetoric Inspired a Nation
This presentation takes an exciting look at the American Colonies before and during the Revolution to understand how rhetoric inspired its people. We’ll delve into patriotic church leaders and some of their inspiring sermons from various colonies. Many sermons were reprinted and distributed across the many colonies. Sermons were not the only documents printed for widespread reuse. People had opinions and wrote motivating pamphlets, today’s blogs; most were anonymous for fear of the King’s repercussions. Newspapers reprinted excerpts from sermons and pamphlets. Other newspapers simply reprinted the articles, spreading a common message across the colonies. Broadsides, large single-page newspapers, carried graphic illustrations often designed to inspire and were often nailed to public buildings.
Most of these printed documents found their way into the lively hubs of colonial taverns. Citizens read the materials aloud so all those who could not read would hear the opinions. Initially, the language sparked long debates between loyalists and patriots, but as the options narrowed under British control, colonists came to see rebellion as their best option. See and experience some of the pressures that helped to brew a revolution.
Speaker Bio – John Cilio
John Cilio is a fascinating historical storyteller, author, and researcher who has been captivating audiences with his tales of the past for over 15 years. As a proud member of the Organization of American Historians and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, John has shared his knowledge through numerous articles in national magazines and newspapers. Through his captivating storytelling and in-depth research, John Cilio continues to inspire and educate. Prepare to be transported through time and experience history through period stories and vintage photographs.

An Evening of Opera - The Cunning Little Vixen
2026-01-14 18:00 - 21:00
The Cunning Little Vixen on our Theater Screen
Doors Open:5:30
Join fellow opera lovers to view and discuss The Cunning Little Vixen.
Running time is approx. 2 hrs and there will be one short interval when coffee will be available.
* Pre-registration encouraged – Click Here to Register

Watercolors Group
2026-01-15 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-22 13:30 - 15:30
* CLASS IS FULL. MORNING SESSION AVAILABLE
This session runs 8 weeks starting from: Oct. 30, 2025 thru Jan. 8, 2026. (No class Nov. 27, Dec. 25, Jan. 1)
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.

Bereavement Circle
2026-01-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-06 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

Pilobolus: Connecting with Balance
2026-01-20 13:00 - 13:45, 2026-02-03 13:00 - 13:45
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Join us for 6 week series inspired by the world-renowned Pilobolus Dance Company, designed especially for older adults to explore balance, mobility, and ease of movement.
Tuesdays, 1:00 pm
January 6 – February 10th
6 sessions/$90
Litchfield Community Center
Instructor – Andrea Lake Meharg
No dance experience needed.
Limited to 10 people
Wear comfortable clothing. Bare feet, sneakers or soft shoes are all welcome. Chairs will be used for support and stability.

**Postponed**Adult Day Trip: Yale Peabody Museum & Brazzi's Restaurant
2026-01-21 08:45 - 16:30
Pack your curiosity (and your appetite!) for a memorable Day Trip to the Yale Peabody Museum
Explore one of New England’s most fascinating museums at your own pace with a self-guided tour of the Yale Peabody Museum. From towering dinosaur skeletons and ancient fossils to gems, minerals, and cultural treasures from around the world, there’s something to spark wonder in everyone.
After working up an appetite, we’ll head to Brazzi’s Fine Italian Dining for a relaxed pre-fixed menu luncheon (included in cost of trip). Enjoy classic Italian flavors, warm hospitality, and a chance to unwind and share highlights from the day with friends.
Itentirary: 8:45 Depart LCC
10:15 Museum
12:20 Load Bus
12:30 Depart for Brazzi’s
12:45 Luncheon Reservation
Arrive back to LCC by 4:30pm
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Luncheon Package Includes:

Soup: Pasta Fagioli

Vegetables of the Day

Pasta Side

Fresh Breads: Focaccia & Roni Rolls

Dessert: Italian Cream Cake

Beverages: Coffee & Tea, Soda

Choice of Entrée:

Eggplant Parmigiana

Stuffed Shrimp

Chicken Francese

Beef Tenderloin with mushrooms and onions

A cash bar will be available.
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Duplicate Bridge
2026-01-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Community Room
Cost: $6*
Bring a partner, bring a lunch!
Facilitated by David Bill.

Live,Learn, Lunch: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Atrium
Diane Stone, Ollie Instructor and Leadership Council Member, will present an informational session on this wonderful lifelong learning program.
January 21, 2026
12:00 – Light lunch will be served.
12:30 – Presentation

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Strength Training Silver Sneakers
2026-01-26 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-02-02 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-02-09 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
2026-01-26 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-02 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-09 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.

*CANCELLED*Pilobolus: Connecting with Balance
2026-01-27 13:00 - 13:45

Free Hearing Screenings
2026-01-28 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
2026-01-28 13:00 - 18:00 | Atrium
* Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for appointment

Watercolors Group
2026-01-29 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-05 13:30 - 15:30
* 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.

Alzheimer's Support Group
2026-02-02 12:30 - 13:30 | Learning Center
Build a support system with people who understand.
Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to
– Develop a support system
– Exchange practical info on challenges and possible solutions
– Talk through issues and ways of coping
– Share feelings, needs, and concerns
– Learn about community resources
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Litchfield Audubon Society Meeting
2026-02-02 18:45 - 21:00
The Northern Saw-whet Owl
This is the smallest forest owl in eastern North America. In the fall, thousands of them leave their
breeding grounds in southern Canada and the northern U.S. and move south to find food and cover.
Often called migrants, it is more appropriate to refer to them as “nomads” or fall “passage birds,”
since they never end up in the same place twice. Much of their life history remains a mystery. Join
federally licensed raptor bander Larry Fischer as he unravels some of the mystery surrounding the
life history of the Northern Saw-whet Owl. Larry has been banding and watching owls and hawks for
more than 40 years. He is a state and federally licensed bird bander with an emphasis on birds of
prey and is a former president of the Western Connecticut Bird Club.
Note: The meetings will be in person and on Zoom. To participate on Zoom, go to the Calendar section of our website, lhasct.org, to register. You will be sent the login link.
The meeting times are when refreshments are available. A short business meeting begins at 7 p.m., followed by the presentation.

Information Session with Center for Healthy Aging
2026-02-05 11:00 - 12:00
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Center for Healthy Aging: An Informative OverviewWith Resource Coordinator, Melissa GarthwaitThursday, February 5, 2026 • 11:00 AM
Join us for an engaging and informative presentation with Melissa Garthwait, Resource Coordinator with the Center for Healthy Aging. Melissa will share valuable insights, services, and supports available to help older adults navigate health, wellness, and community resources with confidence.
This program is offered in partnership with LCC’s “The Final Fifth” — a vibrant group of women aged 80+ — and is open to the public. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself, a loved one, or simply want to stay informed, this session will provide practical guidance and helpful takeaways.
All are welcome to attend!

Monthly Grief Yoga: Feb 9th
2026-02-09 10:30 - 11:45 | 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
