Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Line Dancing – 10:00am
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church
New London Line dancing includes a variety of styles of dancing, needs no partner, and is lots of fun! An excellent form of exercise for both the mind and body. This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Needlework Craft Group – 1:00
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We’d love to get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy This is a walk-in program.
Parkinsons Peer-to-Peer Support Group – 1:00pm.
A peer-led opportunity to share practical insights and provide mutual support to those also living with or caring for someone with PD. This is a walk-in program.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Mahjong – 12:30pm
Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. It’s similar to rummy but is played with tiles instead of cards. This is a walk-in program.
Scrabble – 1:00pm
One of the most popular board games, Scrabble is a crossword-style game designed for two, three, or four players. This is a walk-in program.
Hand & Foot Card Game – 1:00pm.
Hand and Foot is a variation of Canasta involving four to seven decks and is played by teams of two players. This is a walk-in program.
Friday, March 3, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Monday, March 6, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group – 9:00am via Zoom
We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to join via Zoom.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Bridge – 12:00pm. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Bingo! – 1:00pm
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with 6 cards on each sheet. Participants must be 55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.
French Discussion Group – 4:15pm
Join this casual, friendly group to practice your language skills and have fun. Participants at all skill levels are welcome! Please call COA at 603-526-6368 to register.
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Contract Bridge – 9:30am. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Outdoor Recreation for Seniors – 10:00am
Join this active group to hike, kayak and more! Please call COA at 526-6368 to register prior to your first activity.
Memoir Writing Group – 10:00am
Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This is a walk-in program.
Painting Group – 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.
Poker – 1:00pm
This is a walk-in program.
Spanish Discussion Group – 2:00pm.
Are you fluent in Spanish and wish to converse with others who speak the language? Are you new to Spanish and want to improve your language skills? Join Lou Botta, a native Spanish speaker and friend of COA! This is a walk-in program.
Senior Learning Network Zoom Presentation – 2:00pm
“America’s Battleground”: Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park
Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania, these are America’s battlegrounds. Where the Civil War roared to its bloody climax. No place more vividly reflects the war’s tragic costs in all its forms. A town bombarded and looted. Farm large and small ruined. Refugees by the thousands forced into the countryside. More than 85,000 men wounded and 15,000 killed, most in graves unknown. Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park was established to preserve, protect, interpret, and commemorate the battlefields of Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, the Wilderness, and Spotsylvania Court House. We will gain an understanding and appreciation of the Civil war with an emphasis on the causes, consequences, and impacts on the American people. Join us as we hear the stories related to these placed and how they are relevant today. SLN live programs take you around the country to museums and landmarks right from the comfort of home. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to register. Space is limited!
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Line Dancing – 10:00am
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church
New London Line dancing includes a variety of styles of dancing, needs no partner, and is lots of fun! An excellent form of exercise for both the mind and body. This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Needlework Craft Group – 1:00
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We’d love to get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy This is a walk-in program.
Caregiver Peer-to-Peer Support Group – 1:00pm
There is no instruction manual for being a caregiver. Join this peer-led group to learn tips, strategies, and advice from those experiencing the same challenges and rewards. This is a walk-in program.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Mahjong – 12:30pm
Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. It’s similar to rummy but is played with tiles instead of cards. This is a walk-in program.
Scrabble – 1:00pm
One of the most popular board games, Scrabble is a crossword-style game designed for two, three, or four players. This is a walk-in program.
Hand & Foot Card Game – 1:00pm.
Hand and Foot is a variation of Canasta involving four to seven decks and is played by teams of two players. This is a walk-in program.
Friday, March 10, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Monday, March 13, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group – 9:00am via Zoom
We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to join via Zoom.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Bridge – 12:00pm. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Bingo! – 1:00pm
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with 6 cards on each sheet. Participants must be 55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Contract Bridge – 9:30am. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Outdoor Recreation for Seniors – 10:00am
Join this active group to hike, kayak and more! Please call COA at 526-6368 to register prior to your first activity.
Memoir Writing Group – 10:00am
Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This is a walk-in program.
Book Discussion Group – 10:00am. Tracy Library, New London.
The Radium Girls by Kate Moore. The unforgettable true story of one of the biggest workers’ rights scandals of America’s early 20th century and the women who fought tirelessly for justice.
Please call COA at 603-526-6368 to register.
Painting Group – 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.
Poker – 1:00pm
This is a walk-in program.
“Let’s Explore!” Discussion Group – 2:00pm.
Join this new discussion group where we’ll wrestle with timeless questions: Who are we? Why are we here? Do we really know how the world works? If you’re not satisfied with the established answers of the experts, this group is for you! Bring your thoughts, your questions, your interest in learning, and your desire to share with others! This is a walk-in program.
Senior Learning Network Zoom Presentation – 2:00pm
Whiskeytown Rocks National Recreation Area
Come and discover a short history of Whiskeytown, Northern California as we learn how Shasta County became a center point during the California Gold Rush. The focus will be a deep dive to learn about the unique geologic formations that have been described as a “mess” by their own geologist. Shasta Bally, the tallest mountain, is made of decomposing granite that creates a special set of hazards, especially when combined with the devastating effects of the 2018 Carr fire. Come investigate what sets this local geology apart, the hazards it has created, and why we should study the landscape around us. SLN live programs take you around the country to museums and landmarks right from the comfort of home. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to register. Space is limited!
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Line Dancing – 10:00am
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church
New London Line dancing includes a variety of styles of dancing, needs no partner, and is lots of fun! An excellent form of exercise for both the mind and body. This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Needlework Craft Group – 1:00
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We’d love to get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy This is a walk-in program.
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Mahjong – 12:30pm
Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. It’s similar to rummy but is played with tiles instead of cards. This is a walk-in program.
Scrabble – 1:00pm
One of the most popular board games, Scrabble is a crossword-style game designed for two, three, or four players. This is a walk-in program.
Hand & Foot Card Game – 1:00pm.
Hand and Foot is a variation of Canasta involving four to seven decks and is played by teams of two players. This is a walk-in program.
Humanist Discussion Group – 1:00pm
Welcome to those who are interested in delving into a variety of humanist and non-theist topics. We share our knowledge and experiences related to the challenging questions of religion, spirituality, and how they influence our lives. Using reason, critical thinking, and honest examination, we do our best to approach personal truths. Bring your thoughts, your questions, and an open mind, and join our lively, respectful monthly discussions. This is a walk-in program.
Friday, March 17, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Monday, March 20, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group – 9:00am via Zoom
We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to join via Zoom.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Bridge – 12:00pm. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Bingo! – 1:00pm
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with 6 cards on each sheet. Participants must be 55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.
French Discussion Group – 4:15pm
Join this casual, friendly group to practice your language skills and have fun. Participants at all skill levels are welcome! Please call COA at 603-526-6368 to register.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Contract Bridge – 9:30am. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Outdoor Recreation for Seniors – 10:00am
Join this active group to hike, kayak and more! Please call COA at 526-6368 to register prior to your first activity.
Memoir Writing Group – 10:00am
Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This is a walk-in program.
Painting Group – 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.
Poker – 1:00pm
This is a walk-in program.
Spanish Discussion Group – 2:00pm.
Are you fluent in Spanish and wish to converse with others who speak the language? Are you new to Spanish and want to improve your language skills? Join Lou Botta, a native Spanish speaker and friend of COA! This is a walk-in program.
Senior Learning Network Zoom Presentation – 2:00pm
Abraham Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Abraham Lincoln believed in the ideal that everyone in America should have the opportunity to improve their economic and social condition. Lincoln’s life was the embodiment of that idea. We know him as the sixteenth President, but he was also a spouse, parent, and neighbor who experienced the same hopes, dreams, and challenges of life that are still experienced by many people today. SLN live programs take you around the country to museums and landmarks right from the comfort of home. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to register. Space is limited!
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Line Dancing – 10:00am
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church
New London Line dancing includes a variety of styles of dancing, needs no partner, and is lots of fun! An excellent form of exercise for both the mind and body. This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Needlework Craft Group – 1:00
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We’d love to get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy This is a walk-in program.
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Mahjong – 12:30pm
Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. It’s similar to rummy but is played with tiles instead of cards. This is a walk-in program.
Scrabble – 1:00pm
One of the most popular board games, Scrabble is a crossword-style game designed for two, three, or four players. This is a walk-in program.
Hand & Foot Card Game – 1:00pm.
Hand and Foot is a variation of Canasta involving four to seven decks and is played by teams of two players. This is a walk-in program.
Friday, March 24, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Monday, March 27, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Tom & Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group – 9:00am via Zoom
We want to hear your stories and we’ll share a few of our own. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to join via Zoom.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Bridge – 12:00pm. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Bingo! – 1:00pm
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with 6 cards on each sheet. Participants must be 55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Contract Bridge – 9:30am. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 for more information.
Outdoor Recreation for Seniors – 10:00am
Join this active group to hike, kayak and more! Please call COA at 526-6368 to register prior to your first activity.
Memoir Writing Group – 10:00am
Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This is a walk-in program.
Painting Group – 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.
Poker – 1:00pm
This is a walk-in program.
“Let’s Explore!” Discussion Group – 2:00pm.
Join this new discussion group where we’ll wrestle with timeless questions: Who are we? Why are we here? Do we really know how the world works? If you’re not satisfied with the established answers of the experts, this group is for you! Bring your thoughts, your questions, your interest in learning, and your desire to share with others! This is a walk-in program.
Senior Learning Network Zoom Presentation – 2:00pm
Zion National Park
Zion National Park is a southwest Utah nature preserve distinguished by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive cuts through its main section, leading to forest trails along the Virgin River. The river flows to the Emerald Pools, which have waterfalls and a hanging garden. Along the river, partly through deep chasms, is Zion Narrows wading hike. The highlight of Zion National Park is an expansive canyon. Averaging 2,000 feet deep, Zion Canyon offers hiking opportunities along its floor in the 20-to-30- foot-wide area known as The Narrows and the challenging area known as The Subway. Join us as we discover this amazing wonder in our National Park System! SLN live programs take you around the country to museums and landmarks right from the comfort of home. Call COA at 603-526-6368 to register. Space is limited!
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Line Dancing – 10:00am
Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church
New London Line dancing includes a variety of styles of dancing, needs no partner, and is lots of fun! An excellent form of exercise for both the mind and body. This is a walk-in program.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Needlework Craft Group – 1:00
Love to cross stitch, do needlework, quilt, knit or crochet? We’d love to get to know the folks who enjoy the same hobbies we enjoy This is a walk-in program.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
Chair Exercises – 10:30am
This low impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.
Mahjong – 12:30pm
Mahjong is a strategy game that originated in China. It’s similar to rummy but is played with tiles instead of cards. This is a walk-in program.
Scrabble – 1:00pm
One of the most popular board games, Scrabble is a crossword-style game designed for two, three, or four players. This is a walk-in program.
Hand & Foot Card Game – 1:00pm.
Hand and Foot is a variation of Canasta involving four to seven decks and is played by teams of two players. This is a walk-in program.
Friday, March 31, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, NH – 8:30am – 10:00am
Enjoy year-round walking without worrying about the weather. Please walk in clean, dry footwear. You are encouraged to walk with a partner. Please visit the COA registration area in the field house to complete a wavier form (first time walkers) and to record your attendance. Please call COA at 603-526-6368 with questions.
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