Events
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1 Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. 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.
| 2 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. | 3 | ||||
4 | 5 Haircuts on the GO!
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO! Mon. August 5 | 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
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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
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.
Cribbage
CRIBBAGE Sleeper Room at Village Court The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. Balance & Agility via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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. | 6 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. No 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 No 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 | 7 Women's Breakfast
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST Wednesday, August 7| 9:30am Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room Join us for coffee, breakfast goodies and conversation. 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.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS Concert on the Lawn: Backtrack Band
A summer concert with the Backtrack Band Wednesday, August 7 | 6:00 –7:30pm Front Lawn, Gleason Public Library The BackTrack Band is a live performing harmony-rich six-piece band featuring three lead female vocalists. Step back in time and enjoy the songs of the 60's and beyond including the Crystals, the Shirelles, The Ronettes, Leslie Gore, and the British Invasion bands as well as many other hit artists focusing on the fabulous music of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Please register at Please bring a blanket or low chairs to sit on; feel free to bring along a picnic dinner as well! This concert is presented by the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, the Carlisle Recreation Department and the Gleason Public Library. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register.
| 8 Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. 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.
| 9 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. Dance Class: Line Dancing
FREE BEGINNER LINE DANCING CLASS Friday, August 9 - 3:00 to 4:00pm Clark Room, Town Hall Line dancing is a global phenomenon, practiced in various settings, from dance bars and clubs to community centers and social events. Its appeal lies in its simplicity and the sense of community it fosters. A line dance is a choreographed dance in which a group of people dance along to a repeating sequence of steps while arranged in one or more lines or rows. No experience necessary – just come ready to move and groove! | 10 |
11 | 12 Gardening Classes FREE
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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Senior Moments at Ferns
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. Cribbage
CRIBBAGE Sleeper Room at Village Court The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. Balance & Agility via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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. | 13 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 | 14 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.
Caregiver Support Group
Carlisle COAHS Caregiver Support Group Meets bimonthly in-person and by Zoom, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 1-2pm in the Heald Room at Town Hall Contact Melissa Roman at mroman@carlislema.gov or at 978-759-7621 for the Zoom link or for additional information. Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 15 Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. 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.
Didgeridoo Down Under
Didgeridoo Down Under Thursday, August 15 | 6:30pm - 7:30pm Front Lawn, Gleason Public Library The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, art, science, comedy, character building and audience participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years, and is known for its otherworldly sound. It’s interactive, educational, motivational and super fun for all ages! Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register. This fun event is sponsored by our wonderful Friends of the Gleason Public Library. | 16 Day Trip: Lowell Canal Boat Tour
Canal boat tour Lowell National Historical Park Tours Friday, August 16 Join a Park Ranger for a guided tour of the Pawtucket Canal – the oldest canal in Lowell's historic 5.6-mile canal system. Travel from the heart of downtown Lowell to the site of Francis Gate while you learn about the historic canal system, the workers who built and maintained it, and its role in the Industrial City. Tour includes up to 0.75 miles of walking. Tour fee $5, van fee $5. Departs at 10:00am from the Carlisle Congregational Church followed by lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register by Friday, August 9 at 978-371-2895 or coahs@carlislema.gov 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. Dance Class: Cumbia
FREE BEGINNER CUMBIA CLASS Friday, August 16 - 3:00 to 4:00pm Clark Room, Town Hall Cumbia encompasses various musical rhythms and folk-dance traditions of Latin America, blending musical and cultural elements from Indigenous peoples, Europeans, and African slaves during colonial times. Characterized by fluid, circular movements often performed in pairs to the beat of drums, maracas, and flutes, Cumbia features the woman making shuffling steps while the man moves in a zigzag around her, creating a lighthearted and flirtatious mood. Many Hispanic American countries have developed their own regional versions of Cumbia, each with its unique characteristics. No experience necessary – just come ready to move and groove! | 17 |
18 | 19 Gardening Classes FREE
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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Gibbet Hill Grill Restaurant Review
GIBBET HILL GRILL Cribbage
CRIBBAGE Sleeper Room at Village Court The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. Balance & Agility via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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. | 20 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 | 21 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 | 22 Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. 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.
Kimball Ice Cream (Carlisle)
Kimball Ice Cream (Carlisle) Thursday, August 22| 3:00pm The Carlisle 60+ community is invited to not one but two ice cream socials at Kimball Farm in Carlisle. Come to one or both socials to get your free small ice cream. Registration is required. Please register by August 16 at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895 | 23 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. | 24 |
25 | 26 Gardening Classes FREE
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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Senior Moments at Ferns
SENIOR MOMENTS
Cribbage
CRIBBAGE Sleeper Room at Village Court The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. Balance & Agility via Zoom
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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. | 27 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 Movie at the Gleason
Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information America Drama (2000) Tuesday, August 27 | 1:00pm Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library A reclusive Pulitzer Prize-winning author hiding out in his Bronx apartment befriends a talented high-school basketball player who sneaks into his home and becomes a mentor when the young player shows promise as a writer. Cast: Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham, Anna Paquin, Busta Rhymes Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895 | 28 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.
No Memory Cafe
The Memory Cafe will be replaced in September by: NEW! Carlisle Social Hour at Benfield Farms - In-Person 2nd Floor Community Room at Benfield Farms The Social Hour is a great opportunity to connect with others! Enjoy conversations, refreshments, and meet Carlisle's new public health nurse, Laura Duff, BSN, RN, who will be available from 10:00-11:00 for questions and blood pressure checks. Please register by the Monday prior to each event date. Wednesdays from 10am - 11am: upcoming meetings on 9/25 & 10/23.
No Caregiver Support Group
Carlisle COAHS Caregiver Support Group Meets bimonthly in-person and by Zoom, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 1-2pm in the Heald Room at Town Hall Contact Melissa Roman at mroman@carlislema.gov or at 978-759-7621 for the Zoom link or for additional information. Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 29 Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
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 The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street. 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.
| 30 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. | 31 |
Thursday Aug 1, 2024
Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 1, 2024 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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 1, 2024 10:30 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 Aug 1, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Aug 1, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:30 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 Aug 2, 2024
Gleason Knitters
Friday Aug 2, 2024 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 Aug 2, 2024 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 Aug 2, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 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 Aug 5, 2024
Haircuts on the GO!
Monday Aug 5, 2024 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO!
Mon. August 5 | 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
Monday Aug 5, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:30 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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Community Book Club
Monday Aug 5, 2024 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.
Cribbage
Monday Aug 5, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
CRIBBAGE
Mondays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room at Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Aug 5, 2024 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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 Aug 6, 2024
Reading Poetry Anew
Tuesday Aug 6, 2024 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.
No Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Aug 6, 2024 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
No Line Dancing at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Aug 6, 2024 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 Aug 7, 2024
Women's Breakfast
Wednesday Aug 7, 2024 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST
Wednesday, August 7| 9:30am
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for coffee, breakfast goodies and conversation.
Please register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Aug 7, 2024 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 Aug 7, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 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 Aug 7, 2024 2:15 PM to 3:15 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.
Space is limited.Concert on the Lawn: Backtrack Band
Wednesday Aug 7, 2024 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
A summer concert with the Backtrack Band
Wednesday, August 7 | 6:00 –7:30pm
Front Lawn, Gleason Public Library
The BackTrack Band is a live performing harmony-rich six-piece band featuring three lead female vocalists. Step back in time and enjoy the songs of the 60's and beyond including the Crystals, the Shirelles, The Ronettes, Leslie Gore, and the British Invasion bands as well as many other hit artists focusing on the fabulous music of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Please register at
Please bring a blanket or low chairs to sit on; feel free to bring along a picnic dinner as well!
This concert is presented by the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services, the Carlisle Recreation Department and the Gleason Public Library.
Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register.
The event is made possible by a grant from the Carlisle Cultural Council.
Thursday Aug 8, 2024
Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 8, 2024 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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 8, 2024 10:30 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 Aug 8, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Aug 8, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:30 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 Aug 9, 2024
French Group
Friday Aug 9, 2024 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 Aug 9, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 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.
Dance Class: Line Dancing
Friday Aug 9, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
FREE BEGINNER LINE DANCING CLASS
Friday, August 9 - 3:00 to 4:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Line dancing is a global phenomenon, practiced in various settings, from dance bars and clubs to community centers and social events. Its appeal lies in its simplicity and the sense of community it fosters. A line dance is a choreographed dance in which a group of people dance along to a repeating sequence of steps while arranged in one or more lines or rows.
No experience necessary – just come ready to move and groove!
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Gardening Classes FREE
Monday Aug 12, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:30 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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Senior Moments at Ferns
Monday Aug 12, 2024 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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 Aug 12, 2024 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.
Cribbage
Monday Aug 12, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
CRIBBAGE
Mondays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room at Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Aug 12, 2024 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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 Aug 13, 2024
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024 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 Aug 13, 2024 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 Aug 14, 2024
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024 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 Aug 14, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 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.
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Carlisle COAHS Caregiver Support Group
Meets bimonthly in-person and by Zoom, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 1-2pm in the Heald Room at Town Hall
Contact Melissa Roman at mroman@carlislema.gov or at 978-759-7621 for the Zoom link or for additional information.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024 2:15 PM to 3:15 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.
Space is limited.
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 15, 2024 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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 15, 2024 10:30 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 Aug 15, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Aug 15, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:30 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.
Didgeridoo Down Under
Thursday Aug 15, 2024 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Didgeridoo Down Under
Thursday, August 15 | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Front Lawn, Gleason Public Library
The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, art, science, comedy, character building and audience participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years, and is known for its otherworldly sound. It’s interactive, educational, motivational and super fun for all ages!
Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register.
This fun event is sponsored by our wonderful Friends of the Gleason Public Library.
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Day Trip: Lowell Canal Boat Tour
Friday Aug 16, 2024 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Canal boat tour
Lowell National Historical Park Tours
Friday, August 16
Join a Park Ranger for a guided tour of the Pawtucket Canal – the oldest canal in Lowell's historic 5.6-mile canal system. Travel from the heart of downtown Lowell to the site of Francis Gate while you learn about the historic canal system, the workers who built and maintained it, and its role in the Industrial City. Tour includes up to 0.75 miles of walking. Tour fee $5, van fee $5. Departs at 10:00am from the Carlisle Congregational Church followed by lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Register by Friday, August 9 at 978-371-2895 or coahs@carlislema.gov
French Group
Friday Aug 16, 2024 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 Aug 16, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 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.
Dance Class: Cumbia
Friday Aug 16, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
FREE BEGINNER CUMBIA CLASS
Friday, August 16 - 3:00 to 4:00pm
Clark Room, Town Hall
Cumbia encompasses various musical rhythms and folk-dance traditions of Latin America, blending musical and cultural elements from Indigenous peoples, Europeans, and African slaves during colonial times. Characterized by fluid, circular movements often performed in pairs to the beat of drums, maracas, and flutes, Cumbia features the woman making shuffling steps while the man moves in a zigzag around her, creating a lighthearted and flirtatious mood. Many Hispanic American countries have developed their own regional versions of Cumbia, each with its unique characteristics.
No experience necessary – just come ready to move and groove!
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Gardening Classes FREE
Monday Aug 19, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:30 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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Gibbet Hill Grill Restaurant Review
Monday Aug 19, 2024 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
GIBBET HILL GRILL
Monday, August 19 | 12:00pm
Groton
Come an eat at the only restaurant in New England that has a produce farm on site, and a chef that shapes the menu around what is seasonally
available. Located on the 500-acre Gibbet Hill Farm in Groton, MA, guests can experience farm-to-table dining while enjoying the beautiful landscape of Gibbet Hill. Drive on your own or take the COAHS van $5.Cribbage
Monday Aug 19, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
CRIBBAGE
Mondays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room at Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Aug 19, 2024 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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 Aug 20, 2024
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024 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 Aug 20, 2024 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 Aug 21, 2024
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024 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 Aug 21, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 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 Aug 21, 2024 2:15 PM to 3:15 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.
Space is limited.
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 22, 2024 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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 22, 2024 10:30 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 Aug 22, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Aug 22, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:30 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.
Kimball Ice Cream (Carlisle)
Thursday Aug 22, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Kimball Ice Cream (Carlisle)
Thursday, August 22| 3:00pm
The Carlisle 60+ community is invited to not one but two ice cream socials at Kimball Farm in Carlisle. Come to one or both socials to get your free small ice cream. Registration is required.
Please register by August 16 at coahs@carlislema.gov or 978-371-2895
Friday Aug 23, 2024
French Group
Friday Aug 23, 2024 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 Aug 23, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 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 Aug 26, 2024
Gardening Classes FREE
Monday Aug 26, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:30 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. Please contact Alison Saylor at Friends@centerparkcarlislema.org for more program information. This year we have grant money to spend on new native plants to attract pollinators.
Senior Moments at Ferns
Monday Aug 26, 2024 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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.Cribbage
Monday Aug 26, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
CRIBBAGE
Mondays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room at Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Balance & Agility via Zoom
Monday Aug 26, 2024 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
KENDRA THYNE PILATES 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 Aug 27, 2024
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024 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 Aug 27, 2024 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 Aug 27, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Please visit gleasonlibrary.org/events for title information
America Drama (2000)
Tuesday, August 27 | 1:00pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Public Library
A reclusive Pulitzer Prize-winning author hiding out in his Bronx apartment befriends a talented high-school basketball player who sneaks into his home and becomes a mentor when the young player shows promise as a writer. Cast: Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham, Anna Paquin, Busta Rhymes
Register at coahs@carlislema.gov or call 978-371-2895
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Pilates Chair via Zoom
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024 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 Aug 28, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 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.
No Memory Cafe
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The Memory Cafe will be replaced in September by:
NEW! Carlisle Social Hour at Benfield Farms - In-Person
2nd Floor Community Room at Benfield Farms
The Social Hour is a great opportunity to connect with others! Enjoy conversations, refreshments, and meet Carlisle's new public health nurse, Laura Duff, BSN, RN, who will be available from 10:00-11:00 for questions and blood pressure checks. Please register by the Monday prior to each event date. Wednesdays from 10am - 11am: upcoming meetings on 9/25 & 10/23.
No Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Carlisle COAHS Caregiver Support Group
Meets bimonthly in-person and by Zoom, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 1-2pm in the Heald Room at Town Hall
Contact Melissa Roman at mroman@carlislema.gov or at 978-759-7621 for the Zoom link or for additional information.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024 2:15 PM to 3:15 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.
Space is limited.
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Fitness at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 29, 2024 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 at Town Hall & via Zoom
Thursday Aug 29, 2024 10:30 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 Aug 29, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
BRIDGE
Thursdays (except holidays) | 1:00-3:00pm
Sleeper Room, Village Court
The Sleeper Room is located in the last building on the right at Village Court, 145 Church St, Carlisle, MA 01741. Please note that parking is available only on Church Street.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Aug 29, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:30 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 Aug 30, 2024
French Group
Friday Aug 30, 2024 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 Aug 30, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 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.