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COAHS CLOSED

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Gleason Knitte...

French Group

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Drop-In Coffee...

Community Book...

Balance &...

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Reading Poetry...

Zumba at Town...

Line Dancing a...

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Men's Breakfas...

Pilates Chair...

Set Up your iP...

Chair Yoga

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Fitness via Zo...

Cardio via Zoo...

Set Up your iP...

Bridge

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Day Trip: Peab...

French Group

Pilates Mat vi...

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Podiatry Clini...

Senior Moments...

Bereavement Gr...

End-of-Life Do...

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Zumba at Town...

Line Dancing a...

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Pilates Chair...

Alzheimer's Si...

Chair Yoga

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Fitness via Zo...

Cardio via Zoo...

Fife and Drum...

Bridge

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French Group

Pilates Mat vi...

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Transfer Stati...

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COAHS CLOSED/M...

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Zumba at Town...

Line Dancing a...

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Transfer Stati...

Pilates Chair...

Social Hour at...

Chair Yoga

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Fitness via Zo...

Cardio via Zoo...

Bridge

UBER & LYF...

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French Group

Pilates Mat vi...

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FOGLP Book Swa...

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Senior Moments...

Balance &...

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Zumba at Town...

Line Dancing a...

Movie at the G...

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Pilates Chair...

Chair Yoga

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Fitness via Zo...

Cardio via Zoo...

New Year's Lun...

Bridge

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French Group

Pilates Mat vi...

 

Wednesday Jan 1, 2025

  • COAHS CLOSED

    Wednesday Jan 1, 2025 All day

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!


Friday Jan 3, 2025

  • Gleason Knitters

    Friday Jan 3, 2025 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

    GLEASON KNITTERS
    Every First Friday | 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 Jan 3, 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.

Monday Jan 6, 2025

  • Drop-In Coffee Hour

    Monday Jan 6, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

    Drop-in Coffee Hour


    January 6 & February 3 | 10:00am


    Clark Room, Town Hall


    Looking for a relaxing break in your day? Join us for our new Drop-In Coffee Hour, offered every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month! Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, some friendly conversation, and a chance to unwind. No need to RSVP—just stop by and join us. We look forward to seeing you!


    Coffee Break & Chat: Join Us Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month!

  • Community Book Club

    Monday Jan 6, 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 Jan 6, 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.

Tuesday Jan 7, 2025

  • Reading Poetry Anew

    Tuesday Jan 7, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    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 Jan 7, 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 Jan 7, 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 Jan 8, 2025

  • Men's Breakfast

    Wednesday Jan 8, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

         


    MEN'S BREAKFAST  


    Wednesday, January 8 | 9:30am


    Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room


    Join us for coffee, breakfast and a conversation with our new Town Clerk, Ashley Cote.


    Please register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895

  • Pilates Chair via Zoom

    Wednesday Jan 8, 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.

  • Set Up your iPhone

    Wednesday Jan 8, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    SET UP YOUR IPHONE CLASS


    January 8 & 9 | 11:00am


    Carlisle Town Hall, Parlin Room


    Join our iPhone setup class to connect to WiFi, sign in with your Apple ID, set up Face/Touch ID, enable Find My iPhone, and more. Bring your Apple ID, password, and phone unlock code. Space is limited, Register by Monday, January 6 .


     

  • Chair Yoga

    Wednesday Jan 8, 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 Jan 9, 2025

  • Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 9, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 9, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Set Up your iPhone

    Thursday Jan 9, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    SET UP YOUR IPHONE CLASS


    January 8 & 9 | 11:00am


    Carlisle Town Hall, Parlin Room


    Join our iPhone setup class to connect to WiFi, sign in with your Apple ID, set up Face/Touch ID, enable Find My iPhone, and more. Bring your Apple ID, password, and phone unlock code. Space is limited, Register by Monday, January 6 .

  • Bridge

    Thursday Jan 9, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

    BRIDGE
    Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
    Clark Room, Town Hall


     

Friday Jan 10, 2025

  • Day Trip: Peabody Essex Museum

    Friday Jan 10, 2025 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM


    Saints, sinners, lovers and fools: 300 years of Flemish masters private tour


    Peabody Essex Museum, Salem MA


    Friday, January 10 | 10:00am


    Lunch at the museum café.


    Join us for a private tour of a stunning exhibition showcasing Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces by Rubens, Van Dyck, and others. Only 12 spots available in the van or you can drive yourself. Van departs at 9:00am from the Carlisle Congregational Church. Carlisle 60+ residents have first priority. Tour Fee: $15, Van Fee: $5 Register by Monday, Jan. 6


     


     


     

  • French Group

    Friday Jan 10, 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 Jan 10, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

    PILATES MAT
    Fridays | 1:00pm 


    Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30 minutes class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.

Monday Jan 13, 2025

  • Podiatry Clinic

    Monday Jan 13, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

    PODIATRY CLINIC
    Monday, January 13 | 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.

  • Senior Moments at Ferns

    Monday Jan 13, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    SENIOR MOMENTS



    The 2nd and 4th Monday | 10:00am

    Ferns Country Store
    A casual coffee drop-in for Carlisle residents & friends 60+ to sit, relax, and chit-chat. Pastries courtesy of the Carlisle COAHS and Bridges of Westford. Ferns gives 10% off coffee to Senior Moments attendees. Blood pressure clinic provided by Bridges on the fourth Friday of the month.

  • Bereavement Group

    Monday Jan 13, 2025 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    Bereavement Group


    A group intended for those at any point in the grief process. The group meets the 2nd Monday of every month at the Town Hall, from 1:00 to 2:00pm.  

  • End-of-Life Doula at Gleason

    Monday Jan 13, 2025 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    Winter 2025 HEALTH LECTURE SERIES: END-OF-LIFE CARE INSIGHTS.


    Please join the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services and the Gleason Public Library this winter for the Annual Health Lecture Series in the Hollis Room.


    Monday, January 13 | 1:00pm: Navigating End-of-Life Care: Hospice, Palliative Care, and Death Doulas


    Join us for an enlightening discussion on end-of-life care, led by two local experts. Learn about hospice and palliative care, the unique role of death doulas, and how thoughtful planning can bring comfort and dignity to this important journey. Presented by Jean Gifford, RN, BSN, PMH-BC, and Jay Maenhout, End-of-Life Doula and Music Minister.


    Free! Registration is required at gleasonlibrary.org/events to reserve your spot.


     

  • Balance & Agility via Zoom

    Monday Jan 13, 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.

Tuesday Jan 14, 2025

  • Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom

    Tuesday Jan 14, 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 Jan 14, 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 Jan 15, 2025

  • Pilates Chair via Zoom

    Wednesday Jan 15, 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.

  • Alzheimer's Signs

    Wednesday Jan 15, 2025 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    The Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s


    Wednesday, January 15| 1:00pm


    Clark Room, Town Hall


    Learn how to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and what next steps to take


    Register by Monday, Jan. 13.


     

  • Chair Yoga

    Wednesday Jan 15, 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 Jan 16, 2025

  • Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 16, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 16, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Fife and Drum Restaurant Review

    Thursday Jan 16, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

    Fife and Drum Restaurant


    Thursday, January 16| 11:30am


    Northeastern Correctional Center, Concord, MA


    For $3.21 (exact change), enjoy soup, salad (garden or Caesar), and your choice of entrée or sandwich, plus dessert and a beverage. The van departs at 11:00am from the Congregational Church. No Van Fee. Note: No cell phones or electronic devices allowed. Please bring your driver’s license. Space is limited.


    Register by Jan. 14 at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895.

  • Bridge

    Thursday Jan 16, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

    BRIDGE
    Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
    Clark Room, Town Hall


     

Friday Jan 17, 2025

  • French Group

    Friday Jan 17, 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 Jan 17, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

    PILATES MAT
    Fridays | 1:00pm 


    Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30 minutes class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.

Saturday Jan 18, 2025

  • Transfer Station Stickers Purchase Policy

    Saturday Jan 18, 2025 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

    New Transfer Station Sticker Purchase Policy


    Saturday, January 18 | 9am - 1pm


    Wednesday, January 22 | 9am - 1pm


    Carlisle Police Station


    The Carlisle Police Department is assisting residents with the new Transfer Station Sticker purchase process. Join us at a special event in the police station lobby, where a dispatcher will be available to provide guidance and support. They’ll help you sign up and get your sticker quickly and easily.


    Please note: Payments can only be made using a debit or credit card.


    No need to RSVP—just stop by the police station



     

Monday Jan 20, 2025

  • COAHS CLOSED/MLK DAY

    Monday Jan 20, 2025 All day

    COAHS Closed
    Martin Luther King Jr Da


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Tuesday Jan 21, 2025

  • Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom

    Tuesday Jan 21, 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 Jan 21, 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 Jan 22, 2025

  • Transfer Station Stickers Purchase Policy

    Wednesday Jan 22, 2025 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

    New Transfer Station Sticker Purchase Policy


    Saturday, January 18 | 9am - 1pm


    Wednesday, January 22 | 9am - 1pm


    Carlisle Police Station


    The Carlisle Police Department is assisting residents with the new Transfer Station Sticker purchase process. Join us at a special event in the police station lobby, where a dispatcher will be available to provide guidance and support. They’ll help you sign up and get your sticker quickly and easily.


    Please note: Payments can only be made using a debit or credit card.


    No need to RSVP—just stop by the police station


  • Pilates Chair via Zoom

    Wednesday Jan 22, 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.

  • Social Hour at Benfield

    Wednesday Jan 22, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    NEW! Carlisle Social Hour at Benfield Farms - In-Person


    1st Floor Community Room at Benfield Farms  


    Once a month, on Wednesdays, from 10-11am. Upcoming meetings on 1/22 & 2/26.


    The Social Hour is a great opportunity to connect with others! Enjoy conversations, refreshments, and meet Carlisle's public health nurse, Laura Duff, BSN, RN, who will be available for questions and blood pressure checks. Please register by the Monday before each event.

  • Chair Yoga

    Wednesday Jan 22, 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 Jan 23, 2025

  • Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 23, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 23, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Bridge

    Thursday Jan 23, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

    BRIDGE
    Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
    Clark Room, Town Hall


     

  • UBER & LYFT

    Thursday Jan 23, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

    Using Uber & Lyft on iPhone


    Thursday, January 23| 1:30pm


    Carlisle Town Hall, Heald Room


    This class explores two different Rideshare apps: Uber and Lyft. These apps are used for getting rides from one place to another. Register by Tuesday, January 21.


     

Friday Jan 24, 2025

  • French Group

    Friday Jan 24, 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 Jan 24, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

    PILATES MAT
    Fridays | 1:00pm 


    Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30 minutes class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.

Saturday Jan 25, 2025

  • FOGLP Book Swap

    Saturday Jan 25, 2025 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

    FOGPL Book Swap


    Saturday, January 25 


    Gleason Public Library - 22 Bedford Road, Carlisle, MA, 01741


    FOGPL Book Swap


    The Friends of the Gleason Public Library (FoGPL) will hold a FREE Pop-Up Book Swap on Saturday, January 25th at the Gleason Library.


    This book swap will accept donations of nonfiction books for adults, and children’s and teen books of all genres. No textbooks, travel guides, or encyclopedias.


    Books will be available for browsing on Saturday afternoon 1/25 from 1 to 4 p.m. Please drop off donations ahead of time during any of the following hours:



    • Thursday 1/23, 3 to 7 p.m.

    • Friday 1/24, 3 to 5 p.m.

    • Saturday 1/25, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.


    Please limit donations to 3 boxes per household.


    The Friends is a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation made up of volunteers interested in supporting and enhancing the programs, services, and materials available to our community through the Gleason Public Library. Because of your generous donations, this past year we were able to sponsor over 120 programs at the Gleason Public Library which reached over 2,500 people in town, in addition to museum passes used by over 800 patrons.




     


    Don’t miss this opportunity to share and discover books! Please limit donations to three boxes per household.


     


     

Monday Jan 27, 2025

  • Senior Moments at Ferns

    Monday Jan 27, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    SENIOR MOMENTS



    The 2nd and 4th Monday | 10:00am

    Ferns Country Store
    A casual coffee drop-in for Carlisle residents & friends 60+ to sit, relax, and chit-chat. Pastries courtesy of the Carlisle COAHS and Bridges of Westford. Ferns gives 10% off coffee to Senior Moments attendees. Blood pressure clinic provided by Bridges on the fourth Friday of the month.

  • Balance & Agility via Zoom

    Monday Jan 27, 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.

Tuesday Jan 28, 2025

  • Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom

    Tuesday Jan 28, 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 Jan 28, 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

  • Movie at the Gleason

    Tuesday Jan 28, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

    Romantic Comedy-Musical(1940)


    Tuesday, January 28| 1:00pm             


    Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library


    Two coworkers at a Budapest gift shop unknowingly correspond with each other, having "met" through a lonely-hearts ad, but as the pen pals grow closer on paper, their at-work bickering drives them further apart. Remade in 1949 as the musical "In the Good Old Summertime" and updated and reworked as "You've Got Mail" in 1998. Cast: Margaret Sullavan, James Stewart, Frank Morgan, Joseph Schildkraut, Sara Haden


     


     

Wednesday Jan 29, 2025

  • Pilates Chair via Zoom

    Wednesday Jan 29, 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 Jan 29, 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 Jan 30, 2025

  • Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 30, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • Cardio via Zoom and at Town Hall

    Thursday Jan 30, 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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov

  • New Year's Lunch

    Thursday Jan 30, 2025 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM


    New Year’s lunch


    Thursday, January 30 | 12:00pm


    FRS Union Hall


    Celebrate the new year with a warm meal of lasagna, salad, dinner roll and dessert and our


     Annual Prize Bingo at 12:45pm. Volunteer Elizabeth Acquaviva will take all donated items and turn them into wonderful prizes. We are accepting donated gifts for Bingo until Tuesday, January 21. We would love new or gently used items. Unused or unopened gifts welcome! Please wrap all breakable/fragile items. Register by Friday, January 24.


     


    Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895

  • Bridge

    Thursday Jan 30, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

    BRIDGE
    Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
    Clark Room, Town Hall


     

Friday Jan 31, 2025

  • French Group

    Friday Jan 31, 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 Jan 31, 2025 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

    PILATES MAT
    Fridays | 1:00pm 


    Helps build a strong, balanced body and increased flexibility. Only a mat and some floor space needed for this 30 minutes class. Fee: $5/class for Carlisle seniors. To register please contact Kendra at 201-315-7946.