Events
September 2025
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1 Labor Day
Town Hall & COAHS Closed | 2 Poetry Anew
Poetry Anew via Zoom Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Carlislean Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Line Dancing Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music. In person and simultaneously via Zoom To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov | 3 Men's Breakfast
MEN'S BREAKFAST Wednesday, September 3 | 9:30am Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room Join us for coffee, breakfast and warm conversations. Please register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 4 Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI FITNESS Thursdays at 9:45 am Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI CARDIO Thursdays at 10:45 am Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Bridge
BRIDGE
Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
| 5 Coffee & Connections
Coffee & Connections Fridays, September & October |10:00am Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged! Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
Gleason Knitters
GLEASON KNITTERS If you knit, sew, crochet, stitch, applique, bead, weave or do any other creative pursuit that’s portable enough to bring along - come and be craftily social with the Gleason Knitters. This group is led by Catherine Cagle. For more info, please contact Catherine at catherine.cagle@yahoo.com French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT via ZOOM Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946. | 6 | |
7 | 8 Haircuts on the GO!
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO! Monday, September 8 | By Appt. Hair stylists Suzanne Hickey & Georgia Scott provide quick and clean cuts for $12 (plus a tip if you wish) at the Carlisle Town Hall. Please call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov to schedule your appt. No walk-ins please. Community Book Club
Carlisle Community Book Club Zoom The Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for book titles and to register. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. Ukulele Class
NEW! Ukulele Class Mondays, September 8—October 27 3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13) Clark Room, Town Hall Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend! Register by Friday, September 5.
| 9 Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Line Dancing Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music. In person and simultaneously via Zoom To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov | 10 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 11 Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI FITNESS Thursdays at 9:45 am Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI CARDIO Thursdays at 10:45 am Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Basket Weaving
7” Round Basket Weaving Class Bridge
BRIDGE
Mah Jongg @ FRS
MAH JONGG Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
| 12 Coffee & Connections
Coffee & Connections Fridays, September & October |10:00am Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged! Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Basket Weaving
7” Round Basket Weaving Class Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT via ZOOM Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946. | 13 Deep Sea Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing Trip Saturday, September 13|1:00-4:00pm Hampton, NH Van departs 11:00am from Congregational Church. Three-hour (1:00-4:00pm) striped bass fishing trip in Hampton, NH with Al Gauron Deep Sea Fishing. No experience is necessary—bait and tackle are provided onboard. Light snacks and drinks (cash only) will be available for purchase. The cost is $45, covering the trip, rod rental, and van transportation. Payment is due at registration. Space is limited. Checks payable to COAHS can be mailed or dropped off at the Town Hall office: 66 Westford St., Carlisle, MA 01741. Register soon by calling 978-371-2895 or emailing jgagne@carlislema.gov. Register by Friday, September 5.
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14 | 15 Date Change Podiatry Clinic
PODIATRY CLINIC The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian at 41 North Rd., Suite 202., Please make check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appt., call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times. Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Balance & Agility via Zoom
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. Navigating Memory Care – Finding the Right Fit for Your Love
Navigating Memory Care – Finding the Right Fit for Your Loved One Monday, September 15| 1:30pm Hollis Room (3rd Floor) - Gleason Public Library
This informative session will provide valuable insights into Memory Care communities and how they support individuals experiencing memory loss or cognitive decline. Join Shivani Munjal of Provital Senior Placement & Care Solutions for light refreshments. Together we will explore the specialized services, programming, and environments designed for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Additionally, we’ll discuss key factors to consider when choosing a Memory Care community, as well as financial considerations and resources available to families. Register by Friday, September 12
Ukulele Class
NEW! Ukulele Class Mondays, September 8—October 27 3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13) Clark Room, Town Hall Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend! Register by Friday, September 5.
| 16 PYO Flowers
Pick your Own Flowers
Tuesday, September 16 | 10:00am Parlee Farm, Tyngsboro MA Enjoy over 2 acres of zinnias, dahlias, gladiolus, sunflowers, and more—$3 admission, $12.95/lb for all the flowers that you pick. Bring your own bucket to save $1 or pick up a fresh bunch at the Farmstand. The van will depart at 9:30am from the back parking lot of the Congregational Church. Register by Friday, September 12. Rain date: Monday, September 22.
Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Line Dancing Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music. In person and simultaneously via Zoom To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov | 17 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Estate Planning Made Simple: Basics Planning and Trust Benef
Estate Planning Made Simple: Basics Planning and Trust Benefits Wednesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 15 | 2:00pm Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This two-part seminar series covers estate planning basics—including wills, powers of attorney, and organizing assets—and introduces trusts, explaining the benefits of revocable and irrevocable trusts, avoiding probate, protecting assets, and choosing fiduciaries. Participants are encouraged to bring specific questions for discussion. Please RSVP by the Monday before each workshop.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 18 Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI FITNESS Thursdays at 9:45 am Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI CARDIO Thursdays at 10:45 am Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Restaurant Review
Nashoba Valley Winery: J’s Restaurant Thursday, September 18| 11:30am Bolton, MA Enjoy a delicious lunch at J's Restaurant, the winery’s on-site restaurant. The van departs at 11:00am from the Congregational Church, and the fee is $5. Register by Friday, Sept. 12.
Bridge
BRIDGE
Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
Tech Classes
Digital Art on iPhone & iPad Thursday, September 18 | 1:30pm Heald Room, Town Hall Kevin Figueroa, founder of KevTech Services, will guide you through the basics of creating art in the Procreate app on iPad, including colors, brushes, layers, and more. Each class includes a hands-on activity to create a unique piece of artwork. Apple Pencil recommended. Register by Wednesday September 17. Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
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PODIATRY CLINIC The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian at 41 North Rd., Suite 202., Please make check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appt., call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times. Coffee & Connections
Coffee & Connections Fridays, September & October |10:00am Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged! Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
Gleason Knitters
GLEASON KNITTERS If you knit, sew, crochet, stitch, applique, bead, weave or do any other creative pursuit that’s portable enough to bring along - come and be craftily social with the Gleason Knitters. This group is led by Catherine Cagle. For more info, please contact Catherine at catherine.cagle@yahoo.com French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT via ZOOM Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946. | 20 |
21 | 22 Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Balance & Agility via Zoom
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. Ukulele Class
NEW! Ukulele Class Mondays, September 8—October 27 3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13) Clark Room, Town Hall Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend! Register by Friday, September 5.
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Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Line Dancing Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music. In person and simultaneously via Zoom To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov Craft Club
Fall Craft Club 2nd and 4th Tuesdays - 1:00 to 3:00pm Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for a fun and relaxing craft club! We’ll work on simple, beginner-friendly crafts—no experience needed. Bring your friends, enjoy light refreshments, and get creative while making new connections. Drop-in fee: $10 per class.
Please RSVP by the Friday before each craft at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
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KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Fall Cultural series
Fall 2025 Cultural Lecture Series: Explore Music History with Richard Travers & Discover the World with Barry Pell.
Please join the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services and the Gleason Public Library this fall for the 22nd Annual Cultural Lecture Series, held in person in the Hollis Room at the Gleason Public Library.
Wednesday, September 24| 1:30 pm: Feminism and Music Feminism encompasses political, social, and ideological movements aimed at securing equal rights and opportunities for women. While women have long been active in performance and entertainment, they are far less represented in leadership roles, such as orchestra conductors or music producers who manage the recording process. This lecture highlights women who have made important and inspiring contributions to music. Wednesday, October 8| 1:30 pm: The Pulitzer Prize Winning Musicals This lecture includes songs and stories of authors, composers and performers of the 10 musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize. Can you guess who won?
Wednesday, November 19|1:30 pm: “Panama Canal - Connection Between the Oceans That Changed the World” The Panama Canal, a landmark of modern engineering, united the world by fostering trade, culture, and history. Lecturer Barry Pell, who traveled the Canal on a four-masted sail ship, will share its history, controversies, and ingenious design, along with photos of the Pacific coastal jungle and wildlife of Panama and Costa Rica.
Free! Registration is required at gleasonlibrary.org/events to reserve your spot.
Thank you to the Friends of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Friends of the Gleason Public Library for supporting the 22nd annual Cultural Lecture Series.
Registration is required for each lecture separately. To register please visit the Gleason Public Library website: http://www.gleasonlibrary.org or call 978- 369-4898. Sponsored by the Friends of the Council on Aging and the Friends of the Gleason Public Library.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 25 Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI FITNESS Thursdays at 9:45 am Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI CARDIO Thursdays at 10:45 am Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise. Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov COAHS Harvest Lunch
COAHS Harvest Lunch Thursday, September 25 | 12:00pm Congregational Fellowship Hall Join us for a lovely lunch of chicken, corn, salad, and dessert. After lunch, the Delvena Theater Company, will perform Love Letters, a touching and humorous story told through lifelong correspondence between a man and a woman. Their letters reveal a deep connection, filled with laughter and emotion. Don’t miss this heartfelt performance ! Suggested donation: $3 Register by Friday, September 19. This production is supported in part by a grant from the Carlisle Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Bridge
BRIDGE
Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
| 26 Coffee & Connections
Coffee & Connections Fridays, September & October |10:00am Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged! Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT via ZOOM Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946. | 27 |
28 | 29 Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Balance & Agility via Zoom
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. Ukulele Class
NEW! Ukulele Class Mondays, September 8—October 27 3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13) Clark Room, Town Hall Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend! Register by Friday, September 5.
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Free Gardening Classes Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am Carlisle Center Park Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them. Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Line Dancing Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music. In person and simultaneously via Zoom To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov COASH Movies at the Gleason
COAHS Movies at the Gleason Drama (1967) Tuesday, September 30| 1:00pm Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library An inexperienced and idealistic teacher invests himself in a group of problem kids at a high school in a slum of London's East End. Cast: Sidney Poitier, Judy Geeson, Christian Roberts, Suzy Kendall, Faith Brook Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895 Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information
Stargazing Party
STARGAZING PARTY Tuesday, September 30 | 6:30pm Banta-Davis Field Join us for stargazing at Banta-Davis Field with Kelly Beatty, Senior Editor at Sky & Telescope, and the Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston. Enjoy telescope views of the night sky! All ages welcome. Clear skies required—check the website for updates. Questions? Contact Holly Mansfield at hmansfield@carlislema.gov Register online at carlislema.myrec.com/info/activities
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Monday Sep 1, 2025
Labor Day
Monday Sep 1, 2025 All day
Town Hall & COAHS Closed
Tuesday Sep 2, 2025
Poetry Anew
Tuesday Sep 2, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Poetry Anew via Zoom
Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Carlislean Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 2, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 2, 2025 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Hybrid Line Dancing
Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music.
In person and simultaneously via Zoom
To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov
Wednesday Sep 3, 2025
Men's Breakfast
Wednesday Sep 3, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
MEN'S BREAKFAST
Wednesday, September 3 | 9:30am
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for coffee, breakfast and warm conversations.
Please register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Sep 3, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM
Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946
Wednesdays | 10:00am
Designed for those who have difficulty getting on the floor. Performed with a sturdy, armless chair.
Fee: Free of charge.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Sep 3, 2025 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
CHAIR YOGA CLASS
WEDNESDAYS | 2:15PM
1st Floor Community Room, Benfield
Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even those who aren’t flexible can safely do the exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults includes loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. No equipment necessary. FREE for Carlisle 60+ residents. Registration is required at the COAHS 978-371-2895.
Space is limited.
Thursday Sep 4, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 4, 2025 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
FITNESS
Thursdays at 9:45 am
Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 4, 2025 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
CARDIO
Thursdays at 10:45 am
Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Bridge
Thursday Sep 4, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court (145 Church St.)
(Parking on Church Steet Only)
Mah Jongg
Thursday Sep 4, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
MAH JONGG
Thursdays | 1:00pm
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
Friday Sep 5, 2025
Coffee & Connections
Friday Sep 5, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Coffee & Connections
Fridays, September & October |10:00am
Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged!
Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
Gleason Knitters
Friday Sep 5, 2025 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
GLEASON KNITTERS
1st & 3rd Friday of Each Month | 10:30am
Gleason Public Library
If you knit, sew, crochet, stitch, applique, bead, weave or do any other creative pursuit that’s portable enough to bring along - come and be craftily social with the Gleason Knitters. This group is led by Catherine Cagle.
For more info, please contact Catherine at catherine.cagle@yahoo.com
French Group
Friday Sep 5, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Fridays | 11:00am
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a midmorning of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.Pilates Mat via Zoom
Friday Sep 5, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
PILATES MAT via ZOOM
Fridays | 1:00pm
Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.
Monday Sep 8, 2025
Haircuts on the GO!
Monday Sep 8, 2025 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO!
Monday, September 8 | By Appt.
Hair stylists Suzanne Hickey & Georgia Scott provide quick and clean cuts for $12 (plus a tip if you wish) at the Carlisle Town Hall. Please call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov to schedule your appt. No walk-ins please.
Community Book Club
Monday Sep 8, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Carlisle Community Book Club
Zoom
The Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for book titles and to register. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Sep 8, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM
Mondays | 1:30pm - Zoom
Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates.
To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.Ukulele Class
Monday Sep 8, 2025 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
NEW! Ukulele Class
Mondays, September 8—October 27
3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13)
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend!
Register by Friday, September 5.
Tuesday Sep 9, 2025
Gardening Classes
Tuesday Sep 9, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 9, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 9, 2025 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Hybrid Line Dancing
Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music.
In person and simultaneously via Zoom
To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM
Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946
Wednesdays | 10:00am
Designed for those who have difficulty getting on the floor. Performed with a sturdy, armless chair.
Fee: Free of charge.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
CHAIR YOGA CLASS
WEDNESDAYS | 2:15PM
1st Floor Community Room, Benfield
Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even those who aren’t flexible can safely do the exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults includes loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. No equipment necessary. FREE for Carlisle 60+ residents. Registration is required at the COAHS 978-371-2895.
Space is limited.
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 11, 2025 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
FITNESS
Thursdays at 9:45 am
Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 11, 2025 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
CARDIO
Thursdays at 10:45 am
Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Basket Weaving
Thursday Sep 11, 2025 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
7” Round Basket Weaving Class
September 11 & 12 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join us for a special two-day intermediate basket weaving workshop where you’ll create a beautiful 7" round basket with a cane trim and wooden base. Since this project takes more time to complete, we’ll work over two 3-hour sessions.
Materials are included.
Fee: $30 for Carlisle residents,
$45 for non-residents.
Space is limited. Register by Monday, Sept. 8Bridge
Thursday Sep 11, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court (145 Church St.)
(Parking on Church Steet Only)
Mah Jongg @ FRS
Thursday Sep 11, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
MAH JONGG
Thursdays | 1:00pm
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Coffee & Connections
Friday Sep 12, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Coffee & Connections
Fridays, September & October |10:00am
Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged!
Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
French Group
Friday Sep 12, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Fridays | 11:00am
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a midmorning of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.Basket Weaving
Friday Sep 12, 2025 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
7” Round Basket Weaving Class
September 11 & 12 from 12:00 to 3:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join us for a special two-day intermediate basket weaving workshop where you’ll create a beautiful 7" round basket with a cane trim and wooden base. Since this project takes more time to complete, we’ll work over two 3-hour sessions.
Materials are included.
Fee: $30 for Carlisle residents,
$45 for non-residents.
Space is limited. Register by Monday, Sept. 8Pilates Mat via Zoom
Friday Sep 12, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
PILATES MAT via ZOOM
Fridays | 1:00pm
Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.
Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Deep Sea Fishing
Saturday Sep 13, 2025 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Deep Sea Fishing Trip
Saturday, September 13|1:00-4:00pm
Hampton, NH
Van departs 11:00am from Congregational Church. Three-hour (1:00-4:00pm) striped bass fishing trip in Hampton, NH with Al Gauron Deep Sea Fishing. No experience is necessary—bait and tackle are provided onboard. Light snacks and drinks (cash only) will be available for purchase. The cost is $45, covering the trip, rod rental, and van transportation. Payment is due at registration. Space is limited. Checks payable to COAHS can be mailed or dropped off at the Town Hall office: 66 Westford St., Carlisle, MA 01741. Register soon by calling 978-371-2895 or emailing jgagne@carlislema.gov.
Register by Friday, September 5.
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Date Change Podiatry Clinic
Monday Sep 15, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM
PODIATRY CLINIC
Date Change Friday, September 19 | By Appointment
The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian at 41 North Rd., Suite 202.,
Bedford. Appointments run every 15 minutes. The fee is $40; Carlisle seniors only pay $25 because of the generosity of the
Friends of the Carlisle COA.
Please make check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appt., call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times.
Gardening Classes
Monday Sep 15, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Sep 15, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM
Mondays | 1:30pm - Zoom
Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates.
To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.Navigating Memory Care – Finding the Right Fit for Your Love
Monday Sep 15, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Navigating Memory Care – Finding the Right Fit for Your Loved One
Monday, September 15| 1:30pm
Hollis Room (3rd Floor) - Gleason Public Library
This informative session will provide valuable insights into Memory Care communities and how they support individuals experiencing memory loss or cognitive decline. Join Shivani Munjal of Provital Senior Placement & Care Solutions for light refreshments. Together we will explore the specialized services, programming, and environments designed for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Additionally, we’ll discuss key factors to consider when choosing a Memory Care community, as well as financial considerations and resources available to families.
Register by Friday, September 12
Ukulele Class
Monday Sep 15, 2025 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
NEW! Ukulele Class
Mondays, September 8—October 27
3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13)
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend!
Register by Friday, September 5.
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
PYO Flowers
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Pick your Own Flowers
Tuesday, September 16 | 10:00am
Parlee Farm, Tyngsboro MA
Enjoy over 2 acres of zinnias, dahlias, gladiolus, sunflowers, and more—$3 admission, $12.95/lb for all the flowers that you pick. Bring your own bucket to save $1 or pick up a fresh bunch at the Farmstand. The van will depart at 9:30am from the back parking lot of the Congregational Church.
Register by Friday, September 12.
Rain date: Monday, September 22.
Gardening Classes
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Hybrid Line Dancing
Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music.
In person and simultaneously via Zoom
To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM
Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946
Wednesdays | 10:00am
Designed for those who have difficulty getting on the floor. Performed with a sturdy, armless chair.
Fee: Free of charge.
Estate Planning Made Simple: Basics Planning and Trust Benef
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Estate Planning Made Simple: Basics Planning and Trust Benefits
Wednesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 15 | 2:00pm
Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This two-part seminar series covers estate planning basics—including wills, powers of attorney, and organizing assets—and introduces trusts, explaining the benefits of revocable and irrevocable trusts, avoiding probate, protecting assets, and choosing fiduciaries. Participants are encouraged to bring specific questions for discussion. Please RSVP by the Monday before each workshop.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
CHAIR YOGA CLASS
WEDNESDAYS | 2:15PM
1st Floor Community Room, Benfield
Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even those who aren’t flexible can safely do the exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults includes loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. No equipment necessary. FREE for Carlisle 60+ residents. Registration is required at the COAHS 978-371-2895.
Space is limited.
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
FITNESS
Thursdays at 9:45 am
Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
CARDIO
Thursdays at 10:45 am
Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Restaurant Review
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Nashoba Valley Winery: J’s Restaurant
Thursday, September 18| 11:30am
Bolton, MA
Enjoy a delicious lunch at J's Restaurant, the winery’s on-site restaurant. The van departs at 11:00am from the Congregational Church, and the fee is $5.
Register by Friday, Sept. 12.
Bridge
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court (145 Church St.)
(Parking on Church Steet Only)
Mah Jongg
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
MAH JONGG
Thursdays | 1:00pm
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
Tech Classes
Thursday Sep 18, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Digital Art on iPhone & iPad
Thursday, September 18 | 1:30pm
Heald Room, Town Hall
Kevin Figueroa, founder of KevTech Services, will guide you through the basics of creating art in the Procreate app on iPad, including colors, brushes, layers, and more. Each class includes a hands-on activity to create a unique piece of artwork. Apple Pencil recommended. Register by Wednesday September 17.
Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Friday Sep 19, 2025
Podiatry Clinic
Friday Sep 19, 2025 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
PODIATRY CLINIC
Date Change Friday, September 19 | By Appointment
The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian at 41 North Rd., Suite 202.,
Bedford. Appointments run every 15 minutes. The fee is $40; Carlisle seniors only pay $25 because of the generosity of the
Friends of the Carlisle COA.
Please make check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appt., call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times.
Coffee & Connections
Friday Sep 19, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Coffee & Connections
Fridays, September & October |10:00am
Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged!
Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
Gleason Knitters
Friday Sep 19, 2025 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
GLEASON KNITTERS
1st & 3rd Friday of Each Month | 10:30am
Gleason Public Library
If you knit, sew, crochet, stitch, applique, bead, weave or do any other creative pursuit that’s portable enough to bring along - come and be craftily social with the Gleason Knitters. This group is led by Catherine Cagle.
For more info, please contact Catherine at catherine.cagle@yahoo.com
French Group
Friday Sep 19, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Fridays | 11:00am
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a midmorning of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.Pilates Mat via Zoom
Friday Sep 19, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
PILATES MAT via ZOOM
Fridays | 1:00pm
Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Gardening Classes
Monday Sep 22, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Sep 22, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM
Mondays | 1:30pm - Zoom
Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates.
To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.Ukulele Class
Monday Sep 22, 2025 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
NEW! Ukulele Class
Mondays, September 8—October 27
3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13)
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend!
Register by Friday, September 5.
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Gardening Classes
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Hybrid Line Dancing
Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music.
In person and simultaneously via Zoom
To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov
Craft Club
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Fall Craft Club
2nd and 4th Tuesdays - 1:00 to 3:00pm
Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for a fun and relaxing craft club! We’ll work on simple, beginner-friendly crafts—no experience needed. Bring your friends, enjoy light refreshments, and get creative while making new connections.
Drop-in fee: $10 per class.
- September 9– Dried flowers card making
- September 23– Jewelry making
- October 14 – Fall tree colors painting
- October 28– Needle felted pumpkin
Please RSVP by the Friday before each craft at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM
Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946
Wednesdays | 10:00am
Designed for those who have difficulty getting on the floor. Performed with a sturdy, armless chair.
Fee: Free of charge.
Fall Cultural series
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Fall 2025 Cultural Lecture Series: Explore Music History with Richard Travers & Discover the World with Barry Pell.
Please join the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services and the Gleason Public Library this fall for the 22nd Annual Cultural Lecture Series, held in person in the Hollis Room at the Gleason Public Library.
Wednesday, September 24| 1:30 pm: Feminism and Music
Feminism encompasses political, social, and ideological movements aimed at securing equal rights and opportunities for women. While women have long been active in performance and entertainment, they are far less represented in leadership roles, such as orchestra conductors or music producers who manage the recording process. This lecture highlights women who have made important and inspiring contributions to music.
Wednesday, October 8| 1:30 pm: The Pulitzer Prize Winning Musicals
This lecture includes songs and stories of authors, composers and performers of the 10 musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize. Can you guess who won?
Wednesday, November 19|1:30 pm: “Panama Canal - Connection Between the Oceans That Changed the World”
The Panama Canal, a landmark of modern engineering, united the world by fostering trade, culture, and history. Lecturer Barry Pell, who traveled the Canal on a four-masted sail ship, will share its history, controversies, and ingenious design, along with photos of the Pacific coastal jungle and wildlife of Panama and Costa Rica.
Free! Registration is required at gleasonlibrary.org/events to reserve your spot.
Thank you to the Friends of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Friends of the Gleason Public Library for supporting the 22nd annual Cultural Lecture Series.
Registration is required for each lecture separately. To register please visit the Gleason Public Library website: http://www.gleasonlibrary.org or call 978- 369-4898. Sponsored by the Friends of the Council on Aging and the Friends of the Gleason Public Library.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
CHAIR YOGA CLASS
WEDNESDAYS | 2:15PM
1st Floor Community Room, Benfield
Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even those who aren’t flexible can safely do the exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults includes loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. No equipment necessary. FREE for Carlisle 60+ residents. Registration is required at the COAHS 978-371-2895.
Space is limited.
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 25, 2025 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
FITNESS
Thursdays at 9:45 am
Helps with bone building and balance. May be done in a chair.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Sep 25, 2025 10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
HYBRID EXERCISE WITH KATRINA ROTONDI
CARDIO
Thursdays at 10:45 am
Boost cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure and improve your sleep with this aerobic exercise.
Katrina Rotondi, dance teacher at Gotta Dance studio, has been instructing exercise classes for the COAHS for over 15 years.
Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email coahs@carlislema.gov
COAHS Harvest Lunch
Thursday Sep 25, 2025 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
COAHS Harvest Lunch
Thursday, September 25 | 12:00pm
Congregational Fellowship Hall
Join us for a lovely lunch of chicken, corn, salad, and dessert. After lunch, the Delvena Theater Company, will perform Love Letters, a touching and humorous story told through lifelong correspondence between a man and a woman.
Their letters reveal a deep connection, filled with laughter and emotion. Don’t miss this heartfelt performance !
Suggested donation: $3
Register by Friday, September 19.
This production is supported in part by a grant from the Carlisle Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Bridge
Thursday Sep 25, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court (145 Church St.)
(Parking on Church Steet Only)
Mah Jongg
Thursday Sep 25, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
MAH JONGG
Thursdays | 1:00pm
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for weekly Mah Jongg at Town Hall on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Come make somenew friends while enjoying this game of strategy, skill, and luck. Basic knowledge of the game required. Call the COAHS to register.
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Coffee & Connections
Friday Sep 26, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Coffee & Connections
Fridays, September & October |10:00am
Clark Farm Market
Join us for our new drop-in gathering that combines the best of Senior Moments and Coffee Hour. Enjoy coffee and pastries courtesy of the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy conversation. Don’t miss our Halloween Special on October 31! Costumes encouraged!
Blood pressure checks by Bridges will be available on September 26 and October 24.
French Group
Friday Sep 26, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Fridays | 11:00am
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a midmorning of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.Pilates Mat via Zoom
Friday Sep 26, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
PILATES MAT via ZOOM
Fridays | 1:00pm
Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30-minute class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.
Monday Sep 29, 2025
Gardening Classes
Monday Sep 29, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Sep 29, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
BALANCE & AGILITY VIA ZOOM
Mondays | 1:30pm - Zoom
Focus is on building strength in the center of the body. A sturdy chair, an exercise band, and a small ball are used. Fee: Carlisle seniors: $60; everyone else $80, per 3-month session. Kendra is a Carlisle resident and owner of Kendra Thyne Pilates.
To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.Ukulele Class
Monday Sep 29, 2025 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
NEW! Ukulele Class
Mondays, September 8—October 27
3:00pm – 4:00pm (No class: 10/13)
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join our new Monday ukulele class! $35 for the full session or $5 drop-in (bring your own instrument; only 7 loaners available on a first-come basis). Open to all levels, ages 18+, so bring a friend!
Register by Friday, September 5.
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Gardening Classes
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Tuesdays, September 8 - October 28 | 10:00am
Carlisle Center Park
Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert. Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” create and maintain sun and shade gardens and landscapes. All tools are provided. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
Light rain? Optional. Heavy rain? Stay home.
Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
ZUMBA - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is open.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Hybrid Line Dancing
Tuesdays | 11:15 am | Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
This popular program teaches a variety of line dances to participants. Your instructor, Katrina Rotondi, demonstrates movements and the class carries out the dance moves to music.
In person and simultaneously via Zoom
To register, call 978-371-2895 or email coahs@carlislema.gov
COASH Movies at the Gleason
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
COAHS Movies at the Gleason
Drama (1967)
Tuesday, September 30| 1:00pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library
An inexperienced and idealistic teacher invests himself in a group of problem kids at a high school in a slum of London's East End. Cast: Sidney Poitier, Judy Geeson, Christian Roberts, Suzy Kendall, Faith Brook
Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information
Stargazing Party
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
STARGAZING PARTY
Tuesday, September 30 | 6:30pm
Banta-Davis Field
Join us for stargazing at Banta-Davis Field with Kelly Beatty, Senior Editor at Sky & Telescope, and the Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston. Enjoy telescope views of the night sky! All ages welcome. Clear skies required—check the website for updates. Questions? Contact Holly Mansfield at hmansfield@carlislema.gov
Register online at
carlislema.myrec.com/info/activities