Events
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1 Annual Meeting Friends of Carlisle COA
You’re invited 31st Anniversary Celebration and Annual Meeting Friends of Carlisle Council on Aging Guest Speaker Chris Geggis Carlisle resident and adjunct professor of Artificial Intelligence at U Mass Lowell, will explain how AI can enhance daily life and contribute to fields such as healthcare, security, and aging-related technologies. Sunday, June 1, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00pm St. Irene Church, 181 East St., Carlisle, MA RSVP: jbagnaschi@comcast.net, 978-369-7414 Refreshments Served!
| 2 Drop-In Coffee Hour
Drop-in Coffee Hour Clark Room, Town Hall | 10:00am 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! Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Mondays, April 1 - 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. Restaurant Review
Parker’s Maple Barn Monday, June 2 | 11:00am | Mason, NH Join us for a trip to this beloved New England spot, known for its hearty breakfasts, maple specialties, and rustic charm. Family-run for two generations, it offers cozy meals like maple-glazed ribs, roast turkey, and their famous all-day breakfast. Van departs from the Congregational Church at 10:15am. $5 Van Fee. Register by Wed. May 28.
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. | 3 Reading Poetry Anew
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. Shopping Trip
Local Shopping Trips: Join Us for an Exciting Outing! Looking for a chance to shop, socialize, and explore new places? Hop aboard our local shopping trips held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month! We’ll visit a variety of destinations—from malls to grocery stores—to help you pick up essentials, discover new finds, and enjoy a day out with friends. Trips run from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Transportation is provided, and all are welcome! Van departs from the Congregational Church around 10:30am.
Please RSVP by the Friday before each trip. Looking to expand our shopping destinations. Please reach out to Jennifer at 978-371-6690 or Jgagne@carlislema.gov to share shopping trip ideas. Zumba at FRS 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 FRS 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 Pride Event (All Ages)
Pride Event (ALL AGES) Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00pm to 6:00pm Carlisle Common Show your support for the intergenerational Pride Event. We are celebrating Pride month in collaboration with the Gleason Library and the Carlisle Public School with games, ice cream and live music on the town common.
| 4 Women's Breakfast
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST Wednesday, June 4 | 9:30am Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room Join us for coffee, breakfast and a conversation with Assessor Brian MacDonald. 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. Walk Wednesdays
Walk Wednesdays May-October | 10:00am Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org. Uber & Lyft on iPhone
Uber & Lyft App on iPhone Wednesday, June 4| 1:30pm Clark Room, Town Hall 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, June 3.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 5 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 mfleurimond@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 mfleurimond@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.
| 6 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 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. | 7 |
8 Race Amity Day
Carlisle Race Amity Day (All Ages) Sunday, June 8 | 1:00-4:00pm Town Common at FRS Celebrate friendship and community with music, poetry, games for all ages, and engaging educational tables. Bring a dish to share and enjoy a lively afternoon filled with connection and fun! This is a non-political, family-friendly event.
| 9 Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Mondays, April 1 - 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. Senior Moments
SENIOR MOMENTS
Bereavement Group
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 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. | 10 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 What is Assisted Living
What is assisted living & What is not Tuesday, June 10| 1:00pm Clark Room, Town Hall Join Shivani Munjal of Provital Senior Placement & Home Care Solutions to gain insights into what life is like at an Assisted Living community before making the decision to move. We will explore the various types of senior living communities and sample their recreational activities and amenities. Additionally, we will delve into the financials behind living at home versus in a community setting. Cookies and coffee will be served. Please register by Monday, June 9 at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895 | 11 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Walk Wednesdays
Walk Wednesdays May-October | 10:00am Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org. Travel Log: Greenland
Greenland—A journey Into the Land of Ice Wednesday, June 11| 1:30pm Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library Join Barry Pell for a fascinating look at Greenland, the world’s largest island. Through stunning photos and firsthand stories, our speaker will explore its icy landscapes, unique culture, and how climate change is affecting the lives of those who call it home. Register by Monday, June 9
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 12 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 mfleurimond@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 mfleurimond@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.
| 13 French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT 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. | 14 |
15 | 16 Haircuts on the GO!
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO! Monday, June 16 | 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. Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Mondays, April 1 - 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. Fairy Hair Tinsel by Erica
Fairy Hair Tinsel by Erica Monday, June 16| 11am to 2:30pm Clark Room, Town Hall Add some sparkle to your look with fairy hair! For just $20, you can choose from multiple color options and get 10 strands of colorful tinsel woven into your hair. It’s the perfect way to get ready for a special event! To book your appointment, please call the office—no walk-ins, please. Register by Monday, June 9
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. | 17 COAHS Board Meeting
Shopping Trip
Local Shopping Trips: Join Us for an Exciting Outing! Looking for a chance to shop, socialize, and explore new places? Hop aboard our local shopping trips held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month! We’ll visit a variety of destinations—from malls to grocery stores—to help you pick up essentials, discover new finds, and enjoy a day out with friends. Trips run from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Transportation is provided, and all are welcome! Van departs from the Congregational Church around 10:30am.
Please RSVP by the Friday before each trip. Looking to expand our shopping destinations. Please reach out to Jennifer at 978-371-6690 or Jgagne@carlislema.gov to share shopping trip ideas. 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 | 18 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Walk Wednesdays
Walk Wednesdays May-October | 10:00am Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org. Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 19 TOWN HALL CLOSED
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| 20 French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT 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. Day Trip: Lavender Festival
Lavender Festival The Farm at SummitWynds Friday, June 20 | 3:00pm to 6:00pm Holden, MA Join us for a fun-filled afternoon! Your $20 admission includes one entry to the farm, with a choice of picking your own bouquet or receiving dried buds or a sachet. Enjoy live music, unlimited wagon rides, the nature trail, and Hoot N Holler Hill. Visit Farmer Chip & Granny’s Stable, play lawn games, and snap a photo at the vintage camper photo booth. You’ll also enjoy lavender recipes, lavender lemonade, and receive a $5 shop coupon, lavender notecards, a reusable produce bag, and a souvenir cup. We will depart at 2:00pm from the back lot of the Carlisle Congregational Church. Van Fee $5. Register by Monday, June 16
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22 | 23 Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Mondays, April 1 - 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. Senior Moments + BP
SENIOR MOMENTS
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. | 24 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 COAHS Movie at the Gleason
Musical Comedy (1982) Tuesday, June 24| 1:00pm Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library A struggling female singer in 1930s Paris pretends to be a male performer who works as a drag queen, at the behest of a gay cabaret performer who befriends her. She becomes very successful, but also draws the amorous attention of a gangster who is confused by his strong attraction to this person he believes is a man. Henry Mancini and Leslie Bricusse's score won an Oscar. Cast: Julie Andrews, James Garner, Robert Preston, Lesley Ann Warren, Alex Karras Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895 Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information | 25 Pilates Chair via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES CHAIR VIA ZOOM Fee: Free of charge. Social Hour at Benfield
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 5/28 & 6/25 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. Walk Wednesdays
Walk Wednesdays May-October | 10:00am Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org. What is Mental Health?
What is Mental Health? Wednesday, June 25| 1:30pm Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library How does it impact daily life? How can you improve your mental health? Mental Health is so important and affects every aspect of everyday life. This presentation will help define mental health and offer ways to improve your mental health in your daily life. Presented By Nurse Jean Gifford RN, BSN,PMH-BC Parish Nurse at Holy Family, part of Concord-Carlisle Catholic Collaborative. Register by Monday, June 23.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 26 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 mfleurimond@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 mfleurimond@carlislema.gov COAHS BBQ Lunch
COAHS BBQ Lunch Thursday, June 26|12:00pm Clark Room & Patio, Town Hall The COAHS is firing up the Town Hall patio grill! Join us for flame-broiled hamburgers, juicy hot dogs, and veggie burgers with all the trimmings. Potato salad, tasty chips, fruit salad, cookies and refreshing beverages will also be served. Suggested donation: $3. Please register by June 20.
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.
| 27 French Group
FRENCH LANGUAGE GROUP
Pilates Mat via Zoom
PILATES MAT 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. | 28 |
29 | 30 Drop-In Coffee Hour
Drop-in Coffee Hour Clark Room, Town Hall | 10:00am 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! Gardening Classes
Free Gardening Classes Mondays, April 1 - 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. |
Sunday Jun 1, 2025
Annual Meeting Friends of Carlisle COA
Sunday Jun 1, 2025 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
You’re invited
31st Anniversary Celebration
and Annual Meeting Friends of Carlisle Council on Aging
Guest Speaker
Chris Geggis
Carlisle resident and adjunct professor of Artificial Intelligence at U Mass Lowell, will explain how AI can enhance daily life and contribute to fields such as healthcare, security, and aging-related technologies.
Sunday, June 1, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00pm
St. Irene Church, 181 East St., Carlisle, MA
RSVP: jbagnaschi@comcast.net, 978-369-7414
Refreshments Served!
Monday Jun 2, 2025
Drop-In Coffee Hour
Monday Jun 2, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Drop-in Coffee Hour
Clark Room, Town Hall | 10:00am
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!
Gardening Classes
Monday Jun 2, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Mondays, April 1 - 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.
Restaurant Review
Monday Jun 2, 2025 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Parker’s Maple Barn
Monday, June 2 | 11:00am | Mason, NH
Join us for a trip to this beloved New England spot, known for its hearty breakfasts, maple specialties, and rustic charm. Family-run for two generations, it offers cozy meals like maple-glazed ribs, roast turkey, and their famous all-day breakfast. Van departs from the Congregational Church at 10:15am. $5 Van Fee. Register by Wed. May 28.
Community Book Club
Monday Jun 2, 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 Jun 2, 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 Jun 3, 2025
Reading Poetry Anew
Tuesday Jun 3, 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.
Shopping Trip
Tuesday Jun 3, 2025 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Local Shopping Trips: Join Us for an Exciting Outing!
Looking for a chance to shop, socialize, and explore new places? Hop aboard our local shopping trips held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month! We’ll visit a variety of destinations—from malls to grocery stores—to help you pick up essentials, discover new finds, and enjoy a day out with friends. Trips run from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Transportation is provided, and all are welcome! Van departs from the Congregational Church around 10:30am.
Upcoming Dates & Destinations:
- May 6 – Burlington Mall, Burlington, MA
- May 20 –Whole Foods & Marshalls, Bedford, MA
- June 3 – TJ Maxx, Target & Panera, Nashua, NH
- June 17 – Merrimack Outlets, Merrimack, NH
Please RSVP by the Friday before each trip.
Looking to expand our shopping destinations.
Please reach out to Jennifer at 978-371-6690 or Jgagne@carlislema.gov to share shopping trip ideas.
Zumba at FRS and via Zoom
Tuesday Jun 3, 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 FRS and via Zoom
Tuesday Jun 3, 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
Pride Event (All Ages)
Tuesday Jun 3, 2025 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Pride Event (ALL AGES)
Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Carlisle Common
Show your support for the intergenerational Pride Event. We are celebrating Pride month in collaboration with the Gleason Library and the Carlisle Public School with games, ice cream and live music on the town common.
Wednesday Jun 4, 2025
Women's Breakfast
Wednesday Jun 4, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST
Wednesday, June 4 | 9:30am
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for coffee, breakfast and a conversation with Assessor Brian MacDonald.
Please register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Jun 4, 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.
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Jun 4, 2025 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Walk Wednesdays
May-October | 10:00am
Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org.
Uber & Lyft on iPhone
Wednesday Jun 4, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Uber & Lyft App on iPhone
Wednesday, June 4| 1:30pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
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, June 3.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Jun 4, 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 Jun 5, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Jun 5, 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 Jun 5, 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 Jun 5, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Mah Jongg
Thursday Jun 5, 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 Jun 6, 2025
Gleason Knitters
Friday Jun 6, 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 Jun 6, 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 Jun 6, 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.
Sunday Jun 8, 2025
Race Amity Day
Sunday Jun 8, 2025 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Carlisle Race Amity Day (All Ages)
Sunday, June 8 | 1:00-4:00pm
Town Common at FRS
Celebrate friendship and community with music, poetry, games for all ages, and engaging educational tables. Bring a dish to share and enjoy a lively afternoon filled with connection and fun! This is a non-political, family-friendly event.
Monday Jun 9, 2025
Gardening Classes
Monday Jun 9, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Mondays, April 1 - 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.
Senior Moments
Monday Jun 9, 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 Jun 9, 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
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Jun 9, 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 Jun 10, 2025
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Jun 10, 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 Jun 10, 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
What is Assisted Living
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
What is assisted living & What is not
Tuesday, June 10| 1:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Join Shivani Munjal of Provital Senior Placement & Home Care Solutions to gain insights into what life is like at an Assisted Living community before making the decision to move. We will explore the various types of senior living communities and sample their recreational activities and amenities. Additionally, we will delve into the financials behind living at home versus in a community setting. Cookies and coffee will be served.
Please register by Monday, June 9 at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Jun 11, 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.
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Walk Wednesdays
May-October | 10:00am
Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org.
Travel Log: Greenland
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Greenland—A journey Into the Land of Ice
Wednesday, June 11| 1:30pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library
Join Barry Pell for a fascinating look at Greenland, the world’s largest island. Through stunning photos and firsthand stories, our speaker will explore its icy landscapes, unique culture, and how climate change is affecting the lives of those who call it home. Register by Monday, June 9
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Jun 11, 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 Jun 12, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Jun 12, 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 Jun 12, 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 Jun 12, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Mah Jongg
Thursday Jun 12, 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 Jun 13, 2025
French Group
Friday Jun 13, 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 Jun 13, 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 Jun 16, 2025
Haircuts on the GO!
Monday Jun 16, 2025 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO!
Monday, June 16 | 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.
Gardening Classes
Monday Jun 16, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Mondays, April 1 - 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.
Fairy Hair Tinsel by Erica
Monday Jun 16, 2025 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Fairy Hair Tinsel by Erica
Monday, June 16| 11am to 2:30pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Add some sparkle to your look with fairy hair! For just $20, you can choose from multiple color options and get 10 strands of colorful tinsel woven into your hair. It’s the perfect way to get ready for a special event! To book your appointment, please call the office—no walk-ins, please. Register by Monday, June 9
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Jun 16, 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 Jun 17, 2025
COAHS Board Meeting
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Shopping Trip
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Local Shopping Trips: Join Us for an Exciting Outing!
Looking for a chance to shop, socialize, and explore new places? Hop aboard our local shopping trips held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month! We’ll visit a variety of destinations—from malls to grocery stores—to help you pick up essentials, discover new finds, and enjoy a day out with friends. Trips run from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Transportation is provided, and all are welcome! Van departs from the Congregational Church around 10:30am.
Upcoming Dates & Destinations:
- May 6 – Burlington Mall, Burlington, MA
- May 20 –Whole Foods & Marshalls, Bedford, MA
- June 3 – TJ Maxx, Target & Panera, Nashua, NH
- June 17 – Merrimack Outlets, Merrimack, NH
Please RSVP by the Friday before each trip.
Looking to expand our shopping destinations.
Please reach out to Jennifer at 978-371-6690 or Jgagne@carlislema.gov to share shopping trip ideas.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Jun 17, 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 Jun 17, 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 Jun 18, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Jun 18, 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.
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Walk Wednesdays
May-October | 10:00am
Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Jun 18, 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 Jun 19, 2025
TOWN HALL CLOSED
Thursday Jun 19, 2025 All day
TOWN HALL CLOSED
JUNETEETH
Friday Jun 20, 2025
French Group
Friday Jun 20, 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 Jun 20, 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.
Day Trip: Lavender Festival
Friday Jun 20, 2025 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Lavender Festival
The Farm at SummitWynds
Friday, June 20 | 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Holden, MA
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon! Your $20 admission includes one entry to the farm, with a choice of picking your own bouquet or receiving dried buds or a sachet. Enjoy live music, unlimited wagon rides, the nature trail, and Hoot N Holler Hill. Visit Farmer Chip & Granny’s Stable, play lawn games, and snap a photo at the vintage camper photo booth. You’ll also enjoy lavender recipes, lavender lemonade, and receive a $5 shop coupon, lavender notecards, a reusable produce bag, and a souvenir cup. We will depart at 2:00pm from the back lot of the Carlisle Congregational Church. Van Fee $5. Register by Monday, June 16
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
OLD HOME DAY!
Saturday Jun 21, 2025 All day
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Gardening Classes
Monday Jun 23, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Mondays, April 1 - 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.
Senior Moments + BP
Monday Jun 23, 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 Jun 23, 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 Jun 24, 2025
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Jun 24, 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 Jun 24, 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
COAHS Movie at the Gleason
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Musical Comedy (1982)
Tuesday, June 24| 1:00pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library
A struggling female singer in 1930s Paris pretends to be a male performer who works as a drag queen, at the behest of a gay cabaret performer who befriends her. She becomes very successful, but also draws the amorous attention of a gangster who is confused by his strong attraction to this person he believes is a man. Henry Mancini and Leslie Bricusse's score won an Oscar. Cast: Julie Andrews, James Garner, Robert Preston, Lesley Ann Warren, Alex Karras
Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Jun 25, 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 Jun 25, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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 5/28 & 6/25
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.
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Walk Wednesdays
May-October | 10:00am
Join COAHS Board members for a half-hour walk Wednesdays at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Public Library parking lot (left side) and walk. For more detailed information please visit the Carlisle COAHS website: www.carlislecoahs.org.
What is Mental Health?
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
What is Mental Health?
Wednesday, June 25| 1:30pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library
How does it impact daily life? How can you improve your mental health? Mental Health is so important and affects every aspect of everyday life. This presentation will help define mental health and offer ways to improve your mental health in your daily life. Presented By Nurse Jean Gifford RN, BSN,PMH-BC Parish Nurse at Holy Family, part of Concord-Carlisle Catholic Collaborative. Register by Monday, June 23.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Jun 25, 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 Jun 26, 2025
Fitness via Zoom and at Town Hall
Thursday Jun 26, 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 Jun 26, 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
COAHS BBQ Lunch
Thursday Jun 26, 2025 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM
COAHS BBQ Lunch
Thursday, June 26|12:00pm
Clark Room & Patio, Town Hall
The COAHS is firing up the Town Hall patio grill! Join us for flame-broiled hamburgers, juicy hot dogs, and veggie burgers with all the trimmings. Potato salad, tasty chips, fruit salad, cookies and refreshing beverages will also be served. Suggested donation: $3.
Please register by June 20.
Bridge
Thursday Jun 26, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Mah Jongg
Thursday Jun 26, 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 Jun 27, 2025
French Group
Friday Jun 27, 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 Jun 27, 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 Jun 30, 2025
Drop-In Coffee Hour
Monday Jun 30, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Drop-in Coffee Hour
Clark Room, Town Hall | 10:00am
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!
Gardening Classes
Monday Jun 30, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Free Gardening Classes
Mondays, April 1 - 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 Jun 30, 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.