Fire & Ice Family Funfest Now on January 31
2026-01-31 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Fire & Ice Family Funfest — Saturday, January 31st | 1–3 PM
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Join us at The Litchfield Community Center for our annual Fire & Ice Family Funfest — a free outdoor celebration for all ages. Enjoy an afternoon filled with winter-themed activities, cozy fire pits, food, games, and family-friendly fun.
Stroll through festive tents, warm up by the fire, roast marshmallows, and take part in activities hosted by local organizations. Whether you prefer the “fire” or the “ice,” there is something for everyone.
Date: Saturday, January 31Time: 1–3 PMWeather Date: Saturday, January 31Cost: Free admission, food, and activities
If you are interested in volunteering, sponsoring, or hosting an activity table as a nonprofit organization, please email info@thecommunitycenter.org.
We look forward to welcoming you for a fun and memorable winter afternoon.

Stitch & Chat
2026-02-02 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Learning Center
Bring your own project to work on. Social group offers tips, tricks, and gossip!

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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Movie Mondays ~ Carry On
2026-02-02 13:00 - 15:00
Carry-On – (119 min) – PG13
A mysterious traveler blackmails a young TSA agent into letting a dangerous package slip through security and onto a Christmas Day flight. Stars: Jason Bateman, Sofia Carson
1:00PM
Location: Atrium
Cost: Donation of $2.00 welcome
Walk-ins Welcome!

Open Play
2026-02-02 15:15 - 17:00, 2026-02-09 15:15 - 17:00 | Atrium
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!
Cost: FREE

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.

Community Artists' Group
2026-02-03 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-10 09:30 - 12:00 | Learning Center
Cost: FREE*
Open to EVERYONE
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*
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!

Skill Seekers Grades 4-5
2026-02-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Community Room
Skill Seekers: Afterschool Enrichment ProgramA free after-school program focused on fun, friendship, and personal growth! Each week features engaging games, team-building activities, and community enrichment projects. Students will develop important life skills while enjoying nutritious snacks in a supportive environment.
4th-5th Grade: Tuesdays, 4:00–6:00 PMDates: February 3rd – March 10th
School pickup available.
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Tech Help Feb 5th
2026-02-05 09:00 - 11:00
Technology made easy!
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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 9-11am, 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
Cost: FREE – CALL TO RESERVE*
CALL FOR RESERVATION: 860 567 8302

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!

Table Tennis
2026-02-05 11:15 - 14:30, 2026-02-12 11:15 - 14:30 | Rec Area
Table Tennis is played weekly on Thursdays. Drop in. New or experienced players welcome! Paddles available.
Cost: Free

Mah Jongg *Date and Time Change*
2026-02-05 12:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-12 12:30 - 15:00 | Community Room
Spend the afternoon with fellow players and brush up on your skills playing the ancient, fascinating and challenging game of Mah Jongg.
**FREE**

Skill Seekers Grades 1-3
2026-02-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Community Room
Skill Seekers: Afterschool Enrichment ProgramA free afterschool program focused on fun, friendship, and personal growth! Each week features engaging games, team-building activities, and community enrichment projects. Students will develop important life skills while enjoying nutritious snacks in a supportive environment.
1st–3rd Grade: Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 PMDates: February 5th – March 12th
School pickup available.
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Bereavement Circle
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

Movie Mondays ~ Jay Kelly
2026-02-09 13:00 - 15:00
Jay Kelly – (132 min) – R
Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting his past and present with his devoted manager Ron. Poignant and humor-filled, pitched at the intersection of regrets and glories.
Stars: George Clooney, Adam Sandler
1:00PM
Location: Atrium
Cost: Donation of $2.00 welcome
Walk-ins Welcome!

LCC Website Help With Noah
2026-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Atrium
Website Help Session – February 10, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Or Call us at 860.567.8302
Need a hand navigating our new website? Join us for a guided walkthrough led by our Youth Program Coordinator, Noah. This one-hour session at the Litchfield Community Center will help you explore programs, register for events, and access online resources with confidence.
Whether you’re curious about upcoming activities or just want to feel more comfortable using the site, we’re here to help.
Register today at www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

Blood Pressure Clinic
2026-02-11 10:45 - 11:45 | Learning Center
Join us at the center, as a Nurse from Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Litchfield County provide free blood pressure readings to members of the community.
No need to register. Drop in for your reading.
Call the center for more information. 860-567-8302.

An Evening of Opera - Eugene Onegin
2026-02-11 18:00 - 21:00
Eugene Onegin on our Theater Screen
Doors Open:5:30
Join fellow opera lovers to view and discuss Eugene Onegin.
Running time is approx. 3 hrs and there will be one short interval when coffee will be available.
* Pre-registration encouraged –Click Here to Register

Tech Help Feb 12th
2026-02-12 09:00 - 11:00

The Final Fifth: For Women 80+
2026-02-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Community Room
The Final Fifth is a reflective and engaging discussion group designed for women ages 80 and beyond who are interested in connection, storytelling, and continued personal growth. This intimate series invites participants to explore the later chapters of life—not only by looking back, but by honoring who we are still becoming.
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Together, we’ll reflect on questions such as:

What are we learning now?
How are we continuing to evolve emotionally, spiritually, and socially?
What wisdom do we carry, and how do we want to share it?

This program offers a welcoming space for meaningful conversation, laughter, vulnerability, and inspiration, celebrating the richness and fullness of life at this stage. Guided by experienced moderators, participants will connect with peers in a supportive and thoughtful environment.
Facilitators: Rosemarie Greco, Patricia Donovan, and Tina BernackiSchedule: Thursdays, 10:30 AM–12:00 PMDates: February 12, February 26, and March 12Location: Litchfield Community CenterCapacity: Limited to 10 participantsRegistration: Pre-registration required
*Please note this program is for individuals who are 80 or older.

Evening Glow - Feb 12th
2026-02-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Atrium
Evening Glow Music Series
Feb 12th – 3:30PM
True North Trio featuring:
Pianist, William Braun
Violinist, Artemis Simerson
Cellist, Julie Ribchinsky

Donations Welcome!
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Performances are followed by a reception with refreshments.
Formed in 2024, the piano trio True North is passionately dedicated to presenting the best of chamber music repertoire in New England. The three Connecticut musicians had previously performed in various combinations for over 40 years.
Cellist Julie Ribchinsky teaches cello at Wesleyan University, and is a Professor Emeritus at Central Connecticut State University. A founding member of the Connecticut Trio, for many decades Ribchinsky performed with violinist Gerard Rosa and pianist Linda Laurent in yearly concerts at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Ribchinsky performs often throughout the area as a soloist and recitalist.
Violinist Artemis Simerson was the Assistant Concertmaster of the New Haven Symphony for 30 years until 2022, and she continues to teach violin at Choate Rosemary Hall. She participates in numerous musical performances in the Wall Street Chamber Players and in recordings, and she is delighted to have time to share her great love of the piano trio repertoire.
Pianist William Braun plays principal keyboards for the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, and is a professor at The Hartt School of the University of Hartford. He has written more than 300 articles for Opera News magazine. He has made recordings for Koch Classics and the PBS TV series American Masters.

Ukelele Club with John Concilio
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Community Room
Got a Ukelele? All levels and Ages welcome every 2nd & 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.

Creative Poetry
2026-02-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Learning Center
Write & Share
Creative Poetry Group
Fridays 9:30am-11:00am
Meets the 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

Bring old poems and a pen to create new ones.
This is a time to create, share and express yourself.
All ages and Skill levels are welcome to join us.
