“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” -A Free Six-Week Class runs Tuesdays Oct. 7 - Nov. 11, 2025 Sponsored by The Litchfield Health & Wellness Resources, Inc. Co-facilitators: Susan Levine, RN, retired Tina Bernacki RN, retired. *Registration is required ~ Class size limited to 10* This nationally accredited program is designed to give caregivers the tools needed to take care of themselves while they care for someone with a chronic and/or debilitating condition. The six classes help caregivers develop self-care strategies to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance their lives, and increase their abilities to make tough decisions.

An opportunity to discuss and questions about dramatic change to 2026 Medicare plans as a result of the Inflation Reducation Act. Also available: Thursday Oct. 16 / 2:00pm- 3:30pm Steve Ardussi, a licensed health insurance broker who is approved to sell Medicare plans offered by all the major carriers in Connecticut, will make the presentations. He has been helping clients for more than 10 years understand their Medicare options and enroll in the plan that best suits their needs. If you prefer not to attend a presentation, please leave your name and phone number and Mr. Ardussi will contact you to answer your Medicare questions and provide any other assistance you may need to select your Medicare plan for 2026.

STEM Innovations with LEGOs Hosted by Play-Well TEKnologies Inc. Ages 7–12 Design, build, and innovate with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Kids will explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through exciting, engineer-designed projects. Using an inquiry-based classroom model, students will collaborate, problem-solve, and bring their ideas to life. Projects rotate seasonally to ensure that even returning participants experience fresh challenges and new opportunities to grow their STEM skills. Program Details: When: Every Wednesday, October 1 – November 5 Time: 4:15 – 5:45 PM Where: Litchfield Community Center Cost: $150 for the full series Transportation: Bus transportation may be available for students from Litchfield Center and Intermediate Schools Come see STEM in action and let your child’s creativity soar! Register Today: Visit www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

Join us for our Oct Family Dinner! Menu: Pork Loin, Apple Sauce, Corn Bread & Veggies Pre-registration is required by Monday, Oct 27th.

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

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 September 5 - October 31, 2025 (no session: September 26th) Preregistration required/more information: Please contact Doreen at tangohampton@gmail.com. Together we will hold and point a compass toward comfort

Instruction & Practice Mindfulness Meditation All levels of experience welcome 1st & 3rd Monday of the month Monday's: With Mindfulness Meditation Led by Sheila Klapper $5 at the door / Walk-ins welcome Sangha: A community of friends practicing together to maintain awareness

Connecticut’s Broad-winged Hawk November 3, 2025 Monday, 6:45 p.m. Location: Litchfield Community Center Broad-winged hawks, once very common, have been experiencing significant population declines throughout their breeding range. In an effort to understand why this is happening, scientists from Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association in Pennsylvania began the “Broad-winged Hawk Project” in 2014. In 2021, Larry Fischer, a federal- and state-licensed raptor bander, began collaborating with the project, providing information on Broad-winged Hawk nests in Connecticut. Larry will talk about Broad-wings nesting in our state and discuss where they go to spend the winter. Larry has been watching and banding hawks and owls for more than 40 years. Besides being the Connecticut collaborator on Broad-winged Hawk research with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association, he also is a member of the board of directors of the Northeast Hawk Watch. Larry is a past president of the Western Connecticut Bird Club and has also presented other programs on hawks and owls at LHAS meetings. 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.

Glow Games Trip – Grades 5-8 Spend your day off school with the Litchfield Community Center for an action-packed Glow Games adventure. Date & Time: Tuesday, November 4, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Grades: 5–8 Cost: $30 per person The day begins with breakfast at the Community Center before heading to Sparetime in Bristol for an exciting lineup of activities, including: 2 games of laser Tag 1 round of Bowling Mcdonalds on the way back This is a great chance to enjoy a full day of fun and games with friends in a safe and supervised setting. To register, visit www.TheCommunityCenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” -A Free Six-Week Class runs Tuesdays Oct. 7 - Nov. 11, 2025 Sponsored by The Litchfield Health & Wellness Resources, Inc. Co-facilitators: Susan Levine, RN, retired Tina Bernacki RN, retired. *Registration is required ~ Class size limited to 10* This nationally accredited program is designed to give caregivers the tools needed to take care of themselves while they care for someone with a chronic and/or debilitating condition. The six classes help caregivers develop self-care strategies to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance their lives, and increase their abilities to make tough decisions.

STEM Innovations with LEGOs Hosted by Play-Well TEKnologies Inc. Ages 7–12 Design, build, and innovate with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Kids will explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through exciting, engineer-designed projects. Using an inquiry-based classroom model, students will collaborate, problem-solve, and bring their ideas to life. Projects rotate seasonally to ensure that even returning participants experience fresh challenges and new opportunities to grow their STEM skills. Program Details: When: Every Wednesday, October 1 – November 5 Time: 4:15 – 5:45 PM Where: Litchfield Community Center Cost: $150 for the full series Transportation: Bus transportation may be available for students from Litchfield Center and Intermediate Schools Come see STEM in action and let your child’s creativity soar! Register Today: Visit www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

Join us for our Thanksgiving-themed Family Dinner! Menu: Turkey Roll Ups Mac And Cheese Apple Pie Veggie Wedges

One-on-One Counseling event: one hour appointments where consumers can receive personalized assistance from state certified SHIP counselors. These session provide in-depth, tailored support to address each person's unique needs. Presented by SHIP/CHOICES Call LCC at 860-567-8302 to book an appointment. 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm

Peer group of fathers who have lost a child/children. Group is open exclusively to fathers. There is no religious affiliation and ALL backgrounds welcome. It does not matter how the child/children passed. For more information: http://www.altogetherdads.com/

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

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 November 7 - January 16, 2026 (no sessions: Nov 28, Dec 26 & Jan 2) Preregistration required/more information: Please contact Doreen at tangohampton@gmail.com. Together we will hold and point a compass toward comfort

Friday Fun Day Series for Grades 6-8 $5 Donation Dates & Time: Select Fridays (6-9pm) Kick off the weekend with excitement at our Friday Fun Day series for grades 6-8! This event is all about having fun and unwinding after a long week of school. We've got a fantastic lineup of activities including pool, ping pong, Nintendo Switch games, and much more! Join us Select Fridays. If your child wants to grab additional snacks, they can bring some extra cash. It's the perfect way to end the week on a high note, making new friends and enjoying their favorite games! Come on over and let the fun begin!

Fossil Finders at the Litchfield Community Center Date: November 8th Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: $30 per child Ages: 5–10 Start the morning with fun, dinosaur-themed games led by our Youth Coordinator, Noah. Then, join renowned SFX Artist Tyler Green for an unforgettable hands-on experience. Children will learn about special effects and create their very own fossil casts using real specimens, in partnership with the Elevation Science Institute. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot. To Register: Visit www.TheCommunityCenter.org or call 860-567-8302.

Parkinson’s support group for those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers and family members- all are welcome. Join us for this newly developed support group at Litchfield Community center, in collaboration with the American Parkinson’s disease association, and facilitated by Heather Pierce, CDP and SA. Participating in a support group is a wonderful way to receive practical information and education on living with Parkinson’s disease. More importantly, members receive the support of others who truly understand. Beginning Monday, September 11th The group will meet monthly on the second Monday of the month from 2-3 pm at the Litchfield Community Center. For more info or any questions about the group or Parkinson's Disease please call Heather Pierce at 860-733-9506 Spots are limited- Pre-register TODAY!

“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” -A Free Six-Week Class runs Tuesdays Oct. 7 - Nov. 11, 2025 Sponsored by The Litchfield Health & Wellness Resources, Inc. Co-facilitators: Susan Levine, RN, retired Tina Bernacki RN, retired. *Registration is required ~ Class size limited to 10* This nationally accredited program is designed to give caregivers the tools needed to take care of themselves while they care for someone with a chronic and/or debilitating condition. The six classes help caregivers develop self-care strategies to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance their lives, and increase their abilities to make tough decisions.