Programs

Explore the new Charlotte Town Link Trail on your own or with others. Sign up for a date and meet up at the Senior Center to carpool. Self -guided strolling on this flat, gravel path. No minimum number, and you decide about the weather – there are no ‘official’ cancellations. No fee. Registration is requested for each week.

with Phyllis Bartling
This Pilates class, for folks 55+, is designed to be challenging and safe. Pilates specifically targets the core muscle groups to improve balance, strength and posture. Exercises are done on the floor on mats; bring a small rolled-up towel to put under your head. This also includes upper-body strength work with hand weights. Registration required. Session I: $48, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff
This is a welcoming place to come and share your love of handwork. Bring your rug hooking, knitting, or other fiber project to work on together. No fee.

with John Creech
The flowing movements and postures will increase flexibility, improve balance, and strengthen core muscles. Cultivate a deeper sense of relaxation, increased energy level, and a sense of confidence. Registration required. Session I: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

This class is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey 
T’ai Chi is recognized worldwide as an unparalleled exercise program for mind/body training to help improve balance, flexibility, stability, and overall health. For students familiar with the form. Registration required. No fee.

with Liesje Smith
Build strength, stamina, flexibility, postural stability, and learn how to move fluidly without causing injury. Through the classes, the neuro-pathways of the brain are sharpened, resulting in more aliveness and responsivity. Registration required. Session I and II: $50 each; or $10 per class.

with Kay George
You are invited to bring whatever you are working on and enjoy the ideas and encouragement that this friendly, relaxed group has to offer. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

Join others for cards and board games. No fee.

with Tiny Sikkes
This class uses chairs for balance and for all seated postures, making yoga accessible to those who are challenged by balance, the ability to get on the floor, or any physical limitations. Receive the benefits of improved breath capacity, strength, and flexibility. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

Walking Each Other Home: Conversations on Loving and Dying by Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush with Charlotte Library’s Margaret Woodruff and Pam MacPherson
A weekly discussion of this uplifting book by two masterful teachers who offer practical guidance on “how death gives us an unparalleled opening to cultivate gratitude, compassion, mindfulness, and an abiding joy in the simple beauty of living.” Pam MacPherson’s years of dedicated care for the dying is reflected in the collection of her poetry, Vigil: The Poetry of Presence. Registration required.

with Jean White
Learn classic yoga postures in a gentle way—adapted to individual needs and all fitness levels. You’ll improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and breathing. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

with Lane Morrison and Lorna Bates
A 15-minute, skill-building lesson begins the afternoon. We then draw names for partners, and friendly games ensue. Those unfamiliar with duplicate bridge are welcome to observe and join in when you feel ready to play. No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Pilates Plus+ takes it “up a notch” and is a bit more challenging, but still safe! We move at a faster pace and utilize chairs and resistance bands, along with the weights and floor exercises. The goal remains the same, target the core muscle groups to improve and maintain balance, strength and good posture. Registration required. Session I: $40, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Maria Acosta
This group comes together to chat about the week’s activities or interests with a goal of improving fluency through listening and speaking. A no-pressure way to meet new folks, sharpen your mind, and practice your Spanish. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

with Jean-Carol Dunham, Nan Mason & Nancy Rosenthal
For those new or experienced in the Chinese style of mahjong, you are welcome to join this informal get-together. No fee.

with Shirley Reid Thompson
Pastel painting techniques and color theory will be explained and used. We will work from real life set-ups, with photographs on one afternoon. Options include individual contrast composition with color layering. Help for beginners is available, and all skill levels are welcome. Call Shirley at 860-0666 for a materials list. Registration necessary. Limit 10. Fee: $115 for the series.

Explore the new Charlotte Town Link Trail on your own or with others. Sign up for a date and meet up at the Senior Center to carpool. Self -guided strolling on this flat, gravel path. No minimum number, and you decide about the weather – there are no ‘official’ cancellations. No fee. Registration is requested for each week.

with Phyllis Bartling
This Pilates class, for folks 55+, is designed to be challenging and safe. Pilates specifically targets the core muscle groups to improve balance, strength and posture. Exercises are done on the floor on mats; bring a small rolled-up towel to put under your head. This also includes upper-body strength work with hand weights. Registration required. Session I: $48, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff
This is a welcoming place to come and share your love of handwork. Bring your rug hooking, knitting, or other fiber project to work on together. No fee.

with John Creech
The flowing movements and postures will increase flexibility, improve balance, and strengthen core muscles. Cultivate a deeper sense of relaxation, increased energy level, and a sense of confidence. Registration required. Session I: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

This class is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey 
T’ai Chi is recognized worldwide as an unparalleled exercise program for mind/body training to help improve balance, flexibility, stability, and overall health. For students familiar with the form. Registration required. No fee.

with Kay George
You are invited to bring whatever you are working on and enjoy the ideas and encouragement that this friendly, relaxed group has to offer. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

Join others for cards and board games. No fee.

with Tiny Sikkes
This class uses chairs for balance and for all seated postures, making yoga accessible to those who are challenged by balance, the ability to get on the floor, or any physical limitations. Receive the benefits of improved breath capacity, strength, and flexibility. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

Walking Each Other Home: Conversations on Loving and Dying by Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush with Charlotte Library’s Margaret Woodruff and Pam MacPherson
A weekly discussion of this uplifting book by two masterful teachers who offer practical guidance on “how death gives us an unparalleled opening to cultivate gratitude, compassion, mindfulness, and an abiding joy in the simple beauty of living.” Pam MacPherson’s years of dedicated care for the dying is reflected in the collection of her poetry, Vigil: The Poetry of Presence. Registration required.

with Jean White
Learn classic yoga postures in a gentle way—adapted to individual needs and all fitness levels. You’ll improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and breathing. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

with Lane Morrison and Lorna Bates
A 15-minute, skill-building lesson begins the afternoon. We then draw names for partners, and friendly games ensue. Those unfamiliar with duplicate bridge are welcome to observe and join in when you feel ready to play. No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Pilates Plus+ takes it “up a notch” and is a bit more challenging, but still safe! We move at a faster pace and utilize chairs and resistance bands, along with the weights and floor exercises. The goal remains the same, target the core muscle groups to improve and maintain balance, strength and good posture. Registration required. Session I: $40, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Patricia Novak
An intermediate Spanish class for people wanting to refresh their grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on correct usage and pronunciation as needed. Topics will include expressions and phrases requested by the participants. Fee for material: $10.00.

with Maria Acosta
This group comes together to chat about the week’s activities or interests with a goal of improving fluency through listening and speaking. A no-pressure way to meet new folks, sharpen your mind, and practice your Spanish. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

with Jean-Carol Dunham, Nan Mason & Nancy Rosenthal
For those new or experienced in the Chinese style of mahjong, you are welcome to join this informal get-together. No fee.

with Shirley Reid Thompson
Pastel painting techniques and color theory will be explained and used. We will work from real life set-ups, with photographs on one afternoon. Options include individual contrast composition with color layering. Help for beginners is available, and all skill levels are welcome. Call Shirley at 860-0666 for a materials list. Registration necessary. Limit 10. Fee: $115 for the series.

Explore the new Charlotte Town Link Trail on your own or with others. Sign up for a date and meet up at the Senior Center to carpool. Self -guided strolling on this flat, gravel path. No minimum number, and you decide about the weather – there are no ‘official’ cancellations. No fee. Registration is requested for each week.

with Phyllis Bartling
This Pilates class, for folks 55+, is designed to be challenging and safe. Pilates specifically targets the core muscle groups to improve balance, strength and posture. Exercises are done on the floor on mats; bring a small rolled-up towel to put under your head. This also includes upper-body strength work with hand weights. Registration required. Session I: $48, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff
This is a welcoming place to come and share your love of handwork. Bring your rug hooking, knitting, or other fiber project to work on together. No fee.

with John Creech
The flowing movements and postures will increase flexibility, improve balance, and strengthen core muscles. Cultivate a deeper sense of relaxation, increased energy level, and a sense of confidence. Registration required. Session I: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

This class is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey 
T’ai Chi is recognized worldwide as an unparalleled exercise program for mind/body training to help improve balance, flexibility, stability, and overall health. For students familiar with the form. Registration required. No fee.

with Kay George
You are invited to bring whatever you are working on and enjoy the ideas and encouragement that this friendly, relaxed group has to offer. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

Join others for cards and board games. No fee.

with Tiny Sikkes
This class uses chairs for balance and for all seated postures, making yoga accessible to those who are challenged by balance, the ability to get on the floor, or any physical limitations. Receive the benefits of improved breath capacity, strength, and flexibility. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

Walking Each Other Home: Conversations on Loving and Dying by Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush with Charlotte Library’s Margaret Woodruff and Pam MacPherson
A weekly discussion of this uplifting book by two masterful teachers who offer practical guidance on “how death gives us an unparalleled opening to cultivate gratitude, compassion, mindfulness, and an abiding joy in the simple beauty of living.” Pam MacPherson’s years of dedicated care for the dying is reflected in the collection of her poetry, Vigil: The Poetry of Presence. Registration required.

with Jean White
Learn classic yoga postures in a gentle way—adapted to individual needs and all fitness levels. You’ll improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and breathing. Registration required. Session I and II: $60 each; or $10 per class.

with Lane Morrison and Lorna Bates
A 15-minute, skill-building lesson begins the afternoon. We then draw names for partners, and friendly games ensue. Those unfamiliar with duplicate bridge are welcome to observe and join in when you feel ready to play. No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Pilates Plus+ takes it “up a notch” and is a bit more challenging, but still safe! We move at a faster pace and utilize chairs and resistance bands, along with the weights and floor exercises. The goal remains the same, target the core muscle groups to improve and maintain balance, strength and good posture. Registration required. Session I: $40, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Patricia Novak
An intermediate Spanish class for people wanting to refresh their grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on correct usage and pronunciation as needed. Topics will include expressions and phrases requested by the participants. Fee for material: $10.00.

with Maria Acosta
This group comes together to chat about the week’s activities or interests with a goal of improving fluency through listening and speaking. A no-pressure way to meet new folks, sharpen your mind, and practice your Spanish. No fee.

with Sylvia Levine
Based on the Living Strong program, these exercises help increase strength, muscle mass and bone density using hand and ankle weights. Balance exercises enhance agility and decrease the likelihood of falls, while flexibility exercises increase joint mobility and reduce the risk of injury. Weights are provided. No fee.

with Jean-Carol Dunham, Nan Mason & Nancy Rosenthal
For those new or experienced in the Chinese style of mahjong, you are welcome to join this informal get-together. No fee.

with Shirley Reid Thompson
Pastel painting techniques and color theory will be explained and used. We will work from real life set-ups, with photographs on one afternoon. Options include individual contrast composition with color layering. Help for beginners is available, and all skill levels are welcome. Call Shirley at 860-0666 for a materials list. Registration necessary. Limit 10. Fee: $115 for the series.

Explore the new Charlotte Town Link Trail on your own or with others. Sign up for a date and meet up at the Senior Center to carpool. Self -guided strolling on this flat, gravel path. No minimum number, and you decide about the weather – there are no ‘official’ cancellations. No fee. Registration is requested for each week.

with Phyllis Bartling
This Pilates class, for folks 55+, is designed to be challenging and safe. Pilates specifically targets the core muscle groups to improve balance, strength and posture. Exercises are done on the floor on mats; bring a small rolled-up towel to put under your head. This also includes upper-body strength work with hand weights. Registration required. Session I: $48, Session II: $40; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff
This is a welcoming place to come and share your love of handwork. Bring your rug hooking, knitting, or other fiber project to work on together. No fee.

with John Creech
The flowing movements and postures will increase flexibility, improve balance, and strengthen core muscles. Cultivate a deeper sense of relaxation, increased energy level, and a sense of confidence. Registration required. Session I: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

This class is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey 
T’ai Chi is recognized worldwide as an unparalleled exercise program for mind/body training to help improve balance, flexibility, stability, and overall health. For students familiar with the form. Registration required. No fee.