Calendar by Month

Join others for cards and board games. No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Session I: 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 & 10/15.
Session II: 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 & 11/26.
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: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

with Maria Acosta
This group chats 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
Ongoing.
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 Jill Abilock
Dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25.
You can’t always change what you experience in life, but you can change how you experience it. Mindfulness Practice provides tools that help change how you experience things, increasing fulfillment and happiness, and reducing stress. Whether you’ve graduated from the 8-week Mindfulness for Life course, or you’re trying out mindfulness practice for the first time, these sessions will provide an opportunity to develop mindfulness skills and also to practice what you’ve learned. Walk-ins welcome! No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 & Session II: $48 each; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff  Ongoing.
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
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 and Session II: $48, each; or $8 per class.

This course is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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
Session I: (no class 9/2) 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 & 10/14.
Session II: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 1/11, 11/18 & 11/25.
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 & Session II: $60, each; or $10 per class.

with Jean White
Session I: (no class 9/2) 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 & 10/14.
Session II: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 & 11/25.
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 & Session 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
Session I: 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 & 10/15.
Session II: 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 & 11/26.
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: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

with Maria Acosta
This group chats 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
Ongoing.
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 Janet Yantachka
Bi-Monthly: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/6 & 11/20.
If you would like an easy walk, explore the new Charlotte Town Link Trail with others.
Sign up for a date and meet up at the Senior Center to carpool for a walk on this flat,
gravel path. Call for weather updates after 9:00 a.m. Maps available. No fee. Registration is requested for each week.

with Jill Abilock
Dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25.
You can’t always change what you experience in life, but you can change how you experience it. Mindfulness Practice provides tools that help change how you experience things, increasing fulfillment and happiness, and reducing stress. Whether you’ve graduated from the 8-week Mindfulness for Life course, or you’re trying out mindfulness practice for the first time, these sessions will provide an opportunity to develop mindfulness skills and also to practice what you’ve learned. Walk-ins welcome! No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 & Session II: $48 each; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff  Ongoing.
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
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 and Session II: $48, each; or $8 per class.

This course is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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.

Monthly, second Fridays, 1:00-3:00. Ongoing.
This re-forming group is looking for writers of stories, autobiographical pieces, and
poetry. At monthly meetings, writers read and discuss their pieces, listen to those of
others, and offer encouragement all around. Please register to indicate your interest. No fee.

Join others for cards and board games. No fee.

with Tiny Sikkes
Session I: (no class 9/2) 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 & 10/14.
Session II: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 1/11, 11/18 & 11/25.
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 & Session II: $60, each; or $10 per class.

with Jean White
Session I: (no class 9/2) 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 & 10/14.
Session II: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 & 11/25.
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 & Session 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
Session I: 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 & 10/15.
Session II: 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 & 11/26.
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: $56, Session II: $48; or $8 per class.

with Maria Acosta
This group chats 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
Ongoing.
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 Jill Abilock
Dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25.
You can’t always change what you experience in life, but you can change how you experience it. Mindfulness Practice provides tools that help change how you experience things, increasing fulfillment and happiness, and reducing stress. Whether you’ve graduated from the 8-week Mindfulness for Life course, or you’re trying out mindfulness practice for the first time, these sessions will provide an opportunity to develop mindfulness skills and also to practice what you’ve learned. Walk-ins welcome! No fee.

with Phyllis Bartling
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 & Session II: $48 each; or $8 per class.

with Diane Burgess and Davey DeGraff  Ongoing.
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
Session I: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3 & 10/10.
Session II: 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 & 11/21.
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 and Session II: $48, each; or $8 per class.

This course is currently full.

with Marty Morrissey
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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
Ongoing.
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.