COA Chapin Senior Center — July 2023 Program

Monday–Wednesday, July 3–5

COA closed.

Thursday, July 6
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Mahjong, 12:30 PM
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, 1:00 PM
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 and Foot Card Game, 1:00 PM
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, July 7
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Monday, July 10
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Tom and Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group, 9 AM, 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.

Lake Sunapee Region VNA Foot Care Clinic at COA, 9 AM–2 PM, $30.

Please call the VNA at 603 748-1731 to schedule an appointment.

Chair Exercises, 10:30 AM
This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Bridge, 12 PM

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Bingo!, 1 PM
Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with six cards on each sheet. Participants must be
55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Contract Bridge, 9:30 AM.

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Outdoor Recreation for Seniors, 10 AM
Join this active group to hike, kayak, and more! Please call COA at 603 526-6368 to register
prior to your first activity.

Memoir Writing Group, 10 AM
Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This
is a walk-in program.

Painting Group, 12:30 PM

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, 12:30 PM
This is a walk-in program.

Let’s Explore! Discussion Group, 2 PM
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.

Wednesday, July 12

Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Line Dancing, Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church, 10 AM
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, 10:30 AM
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 PM
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 PM
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, July 13

Chair Exercises, 10:30 AM
This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Mahjong, 12:30 PM
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 PM
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 and Foot Card Game, 1 PM
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, July 14

Monday, July 17

Lake Sunapee Region VNA Foot Care Clinic at COA, 9 AM–2 PM, $30.

Please call the VNA at 603 748-1731 to schedule an appointment.

Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group, 9 AM, 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, 10:30 AM
This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Bridge, 12:00 PM.

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Bingo!, 1 PM

Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with six cards on each sheet. Participants must be
55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.

French Discussion Group, 4:15 PM

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, July 18

Contract Bridge, 9:30 AM

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Outdoor Recreation for Seniors, 10 AM

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 AM

Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This
is a walk-in program.

Painting Group, 12:30 PM

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, 12:30 PM
This is a walk-in program.

Spanish Discussion Group, 2 PM

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.

Wednesday, July 19
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Line Dancing, 10 AM, 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, 10:30 AM

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 PM

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, July 20

Chair Exercises, 10:30 AM

This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Mahjong, 12:30 PM
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 PM
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 and Foot Card Game, 1 PM

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 PM

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, July 21

Yoga for Every Body, July 24–August 28, 9–10 AM
This yoga class will include gentle stretching and meditation, using a variety of different
Yoga disciplines. No experience required and this class is appropriate for all levels. We will
use chairs or bring your own yoga mat. There is no fee for these classes. Please
contact Karen Lester at 603 526-6368.

Lake Sunapee Region VNA Foot Care Clinic at COA, 9 AM–2 PM, $30.

Please call the VNA at 603 748-1731 to schedule an appointment.

Tom and Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group, 9 AM, 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, 10:30 AM

This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Bridge, 12 PM

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Bingo!, 1 PM

Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with six cards on each sheet. Participants must be
55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.

Tuesday, July 25
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Contract Bridge, 9:30 AM

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Outdoor Recreation for Seniors, 10 AM

Join this active group to hike, kayak, and more! Please call COA at 603 526-6368 to register
prior to your first activity.

Memoir Writing Group, 10 AM

Writing a memoir helps you find your voice, tell your story, and reach out to others. This
is a walk-in program.

Painting Group, 12:30 PM
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 – 12:30pm
This is a walk-in program.

Wednesday, July 26
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Chair Exercises, 10:30 AM

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 PM

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, July 27
Indoor Walking at Proctor Academy’s Field House, Andover, 8:30–10:00 AM
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 waiver form (first-time walkers) and to record your
attendance. Please call COA at 603 526-6368 with questions.

Chair Exercises, 10:30 AM

This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Mahjong, 12:30 PM

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 PM

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 and Foot Card Game, 1 PM

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, July 28

Monday, July 31

Tom and Tom’s Men’s Discussion Group, 9 AM, 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, 10:30 AM
This low-impact exercise program is perfect for those looking for an easy, effective
exercise routine. This is a walk-in program.

Bridge, 12 PM

Please call COA at 603 526-6368 for more information.

Bingo!, 1 PM

Ten games for $5. Ten bingo sheets with six cards on each sheet. Participants must be
55 years old and older. This is a walk-in program.