Chapin Senior Center April 2018 Programs & Activities

Press Release

Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group
Mondays at 8:45AM
We want to hear your stories, and we’ll share a few of our own.
Come visit over an endless cup of coffee!
This is a walk-in program.
French Discussion Group
First and Third Mondays at 4:15PM
Join this casual, friendly group to practice your language skills and have fun.
Participants at all skill levels are welcome!
This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises  
Mondays and Fridays at 10:15AM
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an
easy, effective exercise routine.
This is a walk-in program.

Walking at Proctor Academy Gym
Monday through Friday at 8:30-10:00AM
Please call COA at 526-6368 for more information.
This is a walk-in program.
Outdoor Recreation for Seniors
Tuesdays at 10:00AM

Join this active group to bike, hike, kayak and more!
Please see the scheduled listed in our newsletter or call
COA at 526-6368.
Memoir Writing Group
Tuesdays at 10:00AM
This is a walk-in program.
Walk-In Painting Group
Tuesdays at 1:00PM
Bring your current painting project to work on. This is an informal group and
we’d love to have you join us.
This is a walk-in program.
Friends Program Bone Builders Exercise Classes
Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00-11:00AM
This senior exercise program helps strengthen bone, build muscle and improve balance. You can exercise while seated or standing using small hand weights. Classes are held in the Newbury Heights Community Room, 52 Newbury Heights Road, Newbury.
This is a walk-in program.
Tai Chi
Wednesdays at 2:30PM
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church, New London, NH
This is a walk-in program
Needlework Craft Group
Wednesdays at 1:00-3:00PM
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We do, too! We’d love to chat, laugh, and get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy. Please join us!
This is a walk-in program.
Women’s Discussion Group
Fridays at 9:00AM
Get to know your neighbors over a casual cup of coffee.
Join friends to visit, chat and share!
This is a walk-in program.
Bingo!
Fridays at 2:00PM
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with 6 cards on each sheet.
Participants must be 55 years old and older.
Please call COA at 526-6368 to register.
Bridge
Duplicate Bridge – Mondays at 12:45PM and Wednesdays at 9:15 AM

This is a walk-in program.
Games!
Poker – Tuesdays at 2:00PM
Hand and Foot Card Game– Wednesdays at 1:00PM
Mahjong – Fridays at 12:30PM
Parkinsons Support Group
Tuesday, April 3 at 1:00PM
You are invited to join this lively, welcoming and supportive group!
This is a walk-in program.
Computer Tutoring with Nick Ourusoff
Tuesday, April 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 9:00AM – 11:00AM and 2:00-4:00PM
Nick will be available for ½ hour one-on-one tutoring sessions for the beginning computer user to the knowledgeable user who needs collaboration or advice.
Learn to use your laptop, tablet or android device for a variety of tasks.
Receive help with spreadsheets, email or designing a website.
Nick has an extensive background in computers from teaching to programming.
Please bring your laptop, tablet or android device with you.
Please call COA at 526-6368 for an appointment.

VNA Foot Care Clinic at COA
Friday, April 6 & 13 at 9:30AM-1:00PM
$25 Please call COA at 526-6368 to schedule an appointment.
Computer Class with Laura Thompson
Saturday, April 7 at 9:00AM – 11:00AM
(1/2 hour appointments beginning at 9:00AM)
Are you looking for answers to questions about basic computer and iPad skills?  Sign up for a one-on-one half hour session by calling 526-6368.
Morning Book Group
Tuesday, April 10 at 9:30AM
The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery
This is a walk-in program.
Climate Change Strategy Session
Thursday, April 12 at 12:30-2:30PM
Join with others to discuss climate action in the greater New London area. Questions? Contact Joy or Joe Kubit, local Elder Climate Action members, 526-6678, joykubit@nullgmail.com, jgkubit70@nullgmail.com.  Please call COA at 526-6368 to register.
Long-Term Care Planning
Friday, April 13 at 10:30AM
Learn more about your options for long-term care with Wayne Blanchard from ServiceLink.
Please call COA at 526-6368 to sign up for this program.
How is Your Hand Health?
Tuesday, April 17 at 1:00PM
Cindy Weinberger with Valley Regional Hospital will address common hand conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger and thumb arthritis. Learn how to identify the symptoms of these conditions and what treatments and therapies are available. Cindy is an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist. She specializes in the non-operative treatment of hand, wrist and elbow issues.
Please call COA at 526-6368 to register.
Humanist Discussion Group
Thursday, April 19 at 1:30PM
This is a walk-in program.

Movie & Pizza Night
Friday, April 20 at 4:30PM
“Wonder”
Based on the New York Times bestseller, “Wonder” tells the inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman. Born with facial differences that, up until now, have prevented him from going to a mainstream school, Auggie becomes the most unlikely of heroes when he enters the local fifth grade. As his family, his new classmates, and the larger community all struggle to find their compassion and acceptance, Auggie’s extraordinary journey will unite them all and prove you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out.
Please call COA at 526-6368 to sign up.