Events
September 2022
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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1 Fitness (Zoom Only)
Zumba with Katrina - on Zoom due to early voting Cardio (Zoom Only)
Cardio exercise class with Katrina - on Zoom due to early voting No Mah Jongg
| 2 Grocery shopping
Van transportation to shopping at Market Basket in Westford Gleason Knitters
Join the Gleason Knitters every 1st & 3rd Friday at 10:30am at the Gleason Public Library! Find new inspiration, exchange techniques or ideas, see a different or new yarn or favorite pattern, or impart a favorite trick you learned. Bring whatever project you may be working on. If you need help in knitting or crocheting maybe we can help. 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. This group is led by Jackie Engelhardt. Please contact Jackie at jpengelhardt39@gmail.com with your questions.
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4 | 5 COAHS Closed - Labor Day
Labor Day - COAHS closed | 6 Virtual Coffee Hour
Come and chat with our other Carlisle residents on Zoom. Contact Carol Grueneich for the Zoom link.
Poetry Anew
Via Zoom Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Carlislean Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems. This class meets virtually. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for more info and to receive the Zoom link.
| 7 Men's Breakfast - CANCELLED
Join us for coffee and breakfast goodies in the Heald Room at Carlisle Town Hall. Space limited. Registration is required. Walk Wednesdays
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk. | 8 No Fitness
| 9 Frolic & Detour
Frolic & Detour in Acton offers creative and unique culinary experiences using local sourced ingredients. It’s located in the stunning waterfront property in Nagog Park formerly known as The Red Raven Restaurant. COAHS van departure time TBD. Van fee $5 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available on the van. Please register by Tuesday, September 6. French Group
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon 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.
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11 | 12 Podiatry Clinic by Appt.
The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian in her Bedford office at 41 North Rd., Suite 202. Appointments run every 15 minutes. The fee is $40; Carlisle seniors only pay $25 because of the generosity of the Friends of the Carlisle COAHS. Please make your check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appointment, call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times. Senior Moments
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. Book Club
Via Zoom The Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. The group continues to meet virtually, from 10:30am to 12:00pm. The book title for September is “The Big House,” by George Howe Colt, and for October it’s “The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared,” by Jonas Jonasson. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for more information and to receive the Zoom link. No commitment required. You don’t have to read the book to go to the meetings, but you may come out of the discussion wanting to read it. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
| 13 Senior Mix and Mingle
Not just for singles, but for anyone who wants to get to know some new people in town.
| 14 Walk Wednesdays
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk. Caregiver Support Group
HomeFit Workshop
St. Irene Parish Hall Join Ellie Meyers of AARP for a HomeFit workshop to learn how to live comfortably, independently, and injury-free at home. Participants will be led through the process of thinking about their current home and whether it will meet their accessibility and livability needs as they age. Ideas and inspiration are offered on making modifications, ranging from simple do-it-yourself fixes to more complex solutions. To reserve your seat please RSVP by Monday, September 12.
| 15 | 16 Gleason Knitters
Join the Gleason Knitters every 1st & 3rd Friday at 10:30am at the Gleason Public Library! Find new inspiration, exchange techniques or ideas, see a different or new yarn or favorite pattern, or impart a favorite trick you learned. Bring whatever project you may be working on. If you need help in knitting or crocheting maybe we can help. 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. This group is led by Jackie Engelhardt. Please contact Jackie at jpengelhardt39@gmail.com with your questions.
French Group
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon 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.
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18 | 19 Haircuts by Appt.
Carlisle Fire Station Hair stylists Suzanne Hickey & Georgia Triantafilles provide quick and clean cuts for $12 (plus a tip if you wish) at the Carlisle Fire Station. Please call the COAHS to schedule your appt. No walk-ins please. Bereavement Group
| 20 Ogunquit, ME
The name Ogunquit, in the language of the Algonquins, literally means “Beautiful Place by The Sea.” Explore and enjoy this beautiful seaside vacation town before summer’s end on your own or with a friend. Van fee $10 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available. Departs at 9:15am from the Carlisle Congregational Church (back parking lot) and returning to Carlisle approx. 4:00pm. Carlisle 60+ residents have first preference. To reserve your spot, please register with Linda Cavallo-Murphy at lcavallomurphy@carlislema.gov by Thurs., September 15.
Virtual Coffee Hour
Join other Carlisle residents for conversation via Zoom. Contact Carol Grueneich for the Zoom link. | 21 Walk Wednesdays
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk. | 22 COAHS Lunch
Autumn Equinox Celebration | St. Irene Parish Hall Let’s celebrate the start of autumn with lunch featuring maple cranberry chicken and roasted vegetables. Following at 1pm, singer-guitarist (and former sportswriter on the Red Sox beat) Howie Newman will perform songs from yesteryear, including standards, show tunes and material from artists like Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, and many others. Free for Carlisle 60+. To reserve your seat, please register by Thursday, September 15.
Adapt to Change
Adapting to Change as You Age—Helping Older Adults and Caregivers Navigate Life Changes The Steinberg Wellness Center for Mind &Body and Emerson Health are please to offer an opportunity to hear a panel of experts as they provide information on how to skillfully navigate the life changes that aging might bring. If you or someone you care about needs support with daily living or has concern about driving safety, we encourage you to attend our virtual discussion. Navigating difficult conversations and creating a supportive emotional, physical and financial environment is key to successful life transitions. This free program is brought to you by the Auxiliary and Corporators of Emerson Health in collaboration with Emerson’s Community Benefits program. For questions and registration please contact Auxiliary Liaison, Amy Caggiano at 978-287-3084 or acaggiano@emersonhosp.org.
| 23 French Group
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon 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.
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25 | 26 Senior Moments with BP Clinic
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 September 26. | 27 | 28 Walk Wednesdays
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk. Caregiver Support Group
Bhutan-Thunder Dragon
Via Zoom The small and predominantly Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan, squeezed between China and India, is tucked within the rugged Himalaya mountains and mostly covered with thick forest. Monasteries, often massive and commanding, abound, with crimson-robed monks performing centuries-old rituals. The country has no traffic lights, smoking is illegal, and employees must wear traditional clothing during work hours. Barry Pell recently traveled through the country, meeting its people and learning about their history and culture. Accompanied by his photography, he will discuss insights into a fascinating way of life that has only just begun to change after centuries of isolation. Please register by Monday, September 26.
| 29 Afternoon Jazz for All Ages
Gleason Library Lawn - No Registration This is a weather-dependent event.
| 30 French Group
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon 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.
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Thursday Sep 1, 2022
Fitness (Zoom Only)
Thursday Sep 1, 2022 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Zumba with Katrina - on Zoom due to early voting
Cardio (Zoom Only)
Thursday Sep 1, 2022 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
Cardio exercise class with Katrina - on Zoom due to early voting
No Mah Jongg
Thursday Sep 1, 2022 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Friday Sep 2, 2022
Grocery shopping
Friday Sep 2, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Van transportation to shopping at Market Basket in Westford
Gleason Knitters
Friday Sep 2, 2022 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Join the Gleason Knitters every 1st & 3rd Friday at 10:30am at the Gleason Public Library! Find new inspiration, exchange techniques or ideas, see a different or new yarn or favorite pattern, or impart a favorite trick you learned. Bring whatever project you may be working on. If you need help in knitting or crocheting maybe we can help. 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. This group is led by Jackie Engelhardt. Please contact Jackie at jpengelhardt39@gmail.com with your questions.
Monday Sep 5, 2022
COAHS Closed - Labor Day
Monday Sep 5, 2022 All day
Labor Day - COAHS closed
Tuesday Sep 6, 2022
Virtual Coffee Hour
Tuesday Sep 6, 2022 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Come and chat with our other Carlisle residents on Zoom. Contact Carol Grueneich for the Zoom link.
Poetry Anew
Tuesday Sep 6, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Via Zoom
Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Carlislean Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems. This class meets virtually. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for more info and to receive the Zoom link.
Wednesday Sep 7, 2022
Men's Breakfast - CANCELLED
Wednesday Sep 7, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Join us for coffee and breakfast goodies in the Heald Room at Carlisle Town Hall. Space limited. Registration is required.
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Sep 7, 2022 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk.
Thursday Sep 8, 2022
No Fitness
Thursday Sep 8, 2022 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Friday Sep 9, 2022
Frolic & Detour
Friday Sep 9, 2022 11:15 AM to 2:00 PM
Frolic & Detour in Acton offers creative and unique culinary experiences using local sourced ingredients. It’s located in the stunning waterfront property in Nagog Park formerly known as The Red Raven Restaurant. COAHS van departure time TBD. Van fee $5 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available on the van. Please register by Tuesday, September 6.
French Group
Friday Sep 9, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.
Monday Sep 12, 2022
Podiatry Clinic by Appt.
Monday Sep 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
The COAHS Podiatry Clinic for routine nail care services is offered by Dr. Ayleen Gregorian in her Bedford office at 41 North Rd., Suite 202. Appointments run every 15 minutes. The fee is $40; Carlisle seniors only pay $25 because of the generosity of the Friends of the Carlisle COAHS. Please make your check payable to “Dr. Gregorian.” For an appointment, call the COAHS at 978-371-2895 and let us know if you need a ride. Podiatry clinic patients must continue to wear a mask at all times.
Senior Moments
Monday Sep 12, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Book Club
Monday Sep 12, 2022 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Via Zoom
The Carlisle Community Book Club welcomes new members anytime. The group continues to meet virtually, from 10:30am to 12:00pm. The book title for September is “The Big House,” by George Howe Colt, and for October it’s “The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared,” by Jonas Jonasson. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 for more information and to receive the Zoom link. No commitment required. You don’t have to read the book to go to the meetings, but you may come out of the discussion wanting to read it. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Senior Mix and Mingle
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Not just for singles, but for anyone who wants to get to know some new people in town.
Refreshments will be served and there will be opportunities to meet
and get to know others. We will gather on the patio and in the Clark
Room at Carlisle Town Hall. Contact Carol to register or for more
information
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk.
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
HomeFit Workshop
Wednesday Sep 14, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
St. Irene Parish Hall
Join Ellie Meyers of AARP for a HomeFit workshop to learn how to live comfortably, independently, and injury-free at home. Participants will be led through the process of thinking about their current home and whether it will meet their accessibility and livability needs as they age. Ideas and inspiration are offered on making modifications, ranging from simple do-it-yourself fixes to more complex solutions. To reserve your seat please RSVP by Monday, September 12.
Friday Sep 16, 2022
Gleason Knitters
Friday Sep 16, 2022 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Join the Gleason Knitters every 1st & 3rd Friday at 10:30am at the Gleason Public Library! Find new inspiration, exchange techniques or ideas, see a different or new yarn or favorite pattern, or impart a favorite trick you learned. Bring whatever project you may be working on. If you need help in knitting or crocheting maybe we can help. 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. This group is led by Jackie Engelhardt. Please contact Jackie at jpengelhardt39@gmail.com with your questions.
French Group
Friday Sep 16, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Haircuts by Appt.
Monday Sep 19, 2022 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Carlisle Fire Station
Hair stylists Suzanne Hickey & Georgia Triantafilles provide quick and clean cuts for $12 (plus a tip if you wish) at the Carlisle Fire Station. Please call the COAHS to schedule your appt. No walk-ins please.
Bereavement Group
Monday Sep 19, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022
Ogunquit, ME
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022 9:15 AM to 4:00 PM
The name Ogunquit, in the language of the Algonquins, literally means “Beautiful Place by The Sea.” Explore and enjoy this beautiful seaside vacation town before summer’s end on your own or with a friend. Van fee $10 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available. Departs at 9:15am from the Carlisle Congregational Church (back parking lot) and returning to Carlisle approx. 4:00pm. Carlisle 60+ residents have first preference. To reserve your spot, please register with Linda Cavallo-Murphy at lcavallomurphy@carlislema.gov by Thurs., September 15.
Virtual Coffee Hour
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Join other Carlisle residents for conversation via Zoom. Contact Carol Grueneich for the Zoom link.
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk.
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
COAHS Lunch
Thursday Sep 22, 2022 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Autumn Equinox Celebration | St. Irene Parish Hall
Let’s celebrate the start of autumn with lunch featuring maple cranberry chicken and roasted vegetables. Following at 1pm, singer-guitarist (and former sportswriter on the Red Sox beat) Howie Newman will perform songs from yesteryear, including standards, show tunes and material from artists like Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, and many others. Free for Carlisle 60+. To reserve your seat, please register by Thursday, September 15.
Adapt to Change
Thursday Sep 22, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Adapting to Change as You Age—Helping Older Adults and Caregivers Navigate Life Changes
Via Zoom
The Steinberg Wellness Center for Mind &Body and Emerson Health are please to offer an opportunity to hear a panel of experts as they provide information on how to skillfully navigate the life changes that aging might bring. If you or someone you care about needs support with daily living or has concern about driving safety, we encourage you to attend our virtual discussion. Navigating difficult conversations and creating a supportive emotional, physical and financial environment is key to successful life transitions. This free program is brought to you by the Auxiliary and Corporators of Emerson Health in collaboration with Emerson’s Community Benefits program.
For questions and registration please contact Auxiliary Liaison, Amy Caggiano at 978-287-3084 or acaggiano@emersonhosp.org.
Friday Sep 23, 2022
French Group
Friday Sep 23, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon of French community and cultural connection. Francophones from every culture & fluency level are welcome. Please email Daniel directly at danmet13@gmail.com for more information.
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Senior Moments with BP Clinic
Monday Sep 26, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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 September 26.
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Walk Wednesdays
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Flex those shoes and join COAHS staff and board members for a half-hour walk every Wednesday at 10:00am. No registration required. Meet up at the Gleason Library parking lot (left side) and walk.
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Bhutan-Thunder Dragon
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Via Zoom
The small and predominantly Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan, squeezed between China and India, is tucked within the rugged Himalaya mountains and mostly covered with thick forest. Monasteries, often massive and commanding, abound, with crimson-robed monks performing centuries-old rituals. The country has no traffic lights, smoking is illegal, and employees must wear traditional clothing during work hours. Barry Pell recently traveled through the country, meeting its people and learning about their history and culture. Accompanied by his photography, he will discuss insights into a fascinating way of life that has only just begun to change after centuries of isolation. Please register by Monday, September 26.
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Afternoon Jazz for All Ages
Thursday Sep 29, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Gleason Library Lawn - No Registration
This is a weather-dependent event.
Friday Sep 30, 2022
French Group
Friday Sep 30, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join Carlislean Daniel Métraux weekly for a mid-afternoon 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.