Events
December 2023
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1 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 Jackie Engelhardt. For more info please Pilates Mat
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. 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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3 | 4 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.
No Balance & Agility
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. | 5 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. Zumba via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Editing Photos on iPhone and iPad
EDITING PHOTOS ON iPHONE AND iPAD Tuesday, December 5 | 1:00pm, Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall Kevin Figueroa, founder of KevTech Services, will dive into the Photos App and show us how to edit our photos to bring out their best qualities. We’ll cover cropping, adjusting colors, and lots of other adjustments to make to our photographs look great. Registration required by Friday, December 1. Only 15 seats available. | 6 Women's Breakfast
Women’s breakfast Wednesday, December 6 | 9:30am Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for coffee and breakfast goodies. Please let us know if we should expect you.
Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 7 Fitness at Town Hall and 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. Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Cardio at Town Hall and 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. Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG
| 8 Pilates Mat
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. 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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10 | 11 Haircuts on the GO!
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO
Senior Moments
SENIOR MOMENTS
Balance & Agility
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. | 12 Veteran Benefits
VETERAN BENEFITS Please join Karen Tyler, Veteran Service Officer, to learn about Veteran Benefits. Topics covered will include eligibility for and assistance in applying for VA benefits, such as Service-Connected Disabilities, VA healthcare, Aid and Attendance, Pension, hearing claims, conditions related to Agent Orange, and spousal support. All Veterans and Surviving Spouses are welcome to attend. Registration required by Monday, December 11 at coahs@carlislema.gov. Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing
NEW! 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
| 13 Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 14 Fitness at Town Hall and 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. Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Cardio at Town Hall and 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. Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG
| 15 Pilates Mat
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. 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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17 | 18 Holiday Craft
HOLIDAY CENTERPIECES Balance & Agility
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. | 19 COAHS Board MTG
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Line Dancing
NEW! 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
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947) Edmund Gwenn won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of a department-store Santa Claus who runs afoul of the store's nasty in-house psychiatrist and is forced to go on trial to prove he's the real Kris Kringle. A Best Picture nominee, the film's director George Seaton won an Oscar for his script. | 20 COAHS Lunch
WINTER SOLSTICE LUNCH
Wednesday, December 20 | 12:00pm. Carlisle Congregational, Fellowship Hall Come in from the cold and warm up with a delicious roast beef lunch. Join in a holiday sing along with live piano and percussion after the meal. Register by Wednesday, December 13 No Chair Yoga
CHAIR YOGA CLASS | 21 Fitness at Town Hall and 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. Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Cardio at Town Hall and 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. Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Wayside Inn
Come enjoy traditional New England cuisine in historic rooms radiating with charm. The Wayside Inn in Sudbury is America’s oldest continually operating inn and was once a rest stop for revolutionary heroes. You may drive on your own Van fee $5 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available on the van. Please register by December 15. Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG
| 22 Pilates Mat
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. 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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24 | 25 COAHS CLOSED
No Balance & Agility
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. | 26 No Zumba
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music. Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom. FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov No Line Dancing
NEW! 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
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| 28 No Fitness
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. Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov No Cardio
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. Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open. FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov Mah Jongg
MAH JONGG
| 29 Pilates Mat
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. 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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Friday Dec 1, 2023
Gleason Knitters
Friday Dec 1, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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 Jackie Engelhardt. For more info please
contact Jackie at jpengelhardt39@gmail.com.Pilates Mat
Friday Dec 1, 2023 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.
French Group
Friday Dec 1, 2023 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 Dec 4, 2023
Community Book Club
Monday Dec 4, 2023 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.
No Balance & Agility
Monday Dec 4, 2023 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 Dec 5, 2023
Reading Poetry Anew
Tuesday Dec 5, 2023 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Zoom
Dip or dive into the pleasures of poetry. This informal course, led by Carlislean Mary Zoll, will include poetry readings and reactions, discussions of the patterns and techniques used in the poems, and perhaps some intellectual understanding of the poems. Visit gleasonlibrary.org or call the library at 978-369-4898 to register. Sponsored by the COAHS and the Gleason Public Library.
Zumba via Zoom
Tuesday Dec 5, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Editing Photos on iPhone and iPad
Tuesday Dec 5, 2023 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
EDITING PHOTOS ON iPHONE AND iPAD
Tuesday, December 5 | 1:00pm, Clark Room, Carlisle Town Hall
Kevin Figueroa, founder of KevTech Services, will dive into the Photos App and show us how to edit our photos to bring out their best qualities. We’ll cover cropping, adjusting colors, and lots of other adjustments to make to our photographs look great. Registration required by Friday, December 1. Only 15 seats available.
Wednesday Dec 6, 2023
Women's Breakfast
Wednesday Dec 6, 2023 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Women’s breakfast
Wednesday, December 6 | 9:30am
Carlisle Town Hall, Clark Room
Join us for coffee and breakfast goodies.
Please let us know if we should expect you.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Dec 6, 2023 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 Dec 7, 2023
Fitness at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 7, 2023 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.
Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Cardio at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 7, 2023 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.
Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Mah Jongg
Thursday Dec 7, 2023 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 2:00-4:00 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 Dec 8, 2023
Pilates Mat
Friday Dec 8, 2023 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.
French Group
Friday Dec 8, 2023 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 Dec 11, 2023
Haircuts on the GO!
Monday Dec 11, 2023 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
HAIRCUTS ON THE GO
Monday, December 11th | By Appt.
Hair stylists Suzanne Hickey and Georgia Scott 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.Senior Moments
Monday Dec 11, 2023 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
Monday Dec 11, 2023 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 Dec 12, 2023
Veteran Benefits
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
VETERAN BENEFITS
Tuesday, December 12 | 10:30am, Hollis Room, Gleason Library
Please join Karen Tyler, Veteran Service Officer, to learn about Veteran Benefits. Topics covered will include eligibility for and assistance in applying for VA benefits, such as Service-Connected Disabilities, VA healthcare, Aid and Attendance, Pension, hearing claims, conditions related to Agent Orange, and spousal support. All Veterans and Surviving Spouses are welcome to attend. Registration required by Monday, December 11 at coahs@carlislema.gov.
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
NEW! 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 Dec 13, 2023
Chair Yoga
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023 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 Dec 14, 2023
Fitness at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 14, 2023 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.
Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Cardio at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 14, 2023 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.
Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Mah Jongg
Thursday Dec 14, 2023 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 2:00-4:00 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 Dec 15, 2023
Pilates Mat
Friday Dec 15, 2023 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.
French Group
Friday Dec 15, 2023 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 Dec 18, 2023
Holiday Craft
Monday Dec 18, 2023 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
HOLIDAY CENTERPIECES
Monday, December 18| 1:00 pm
Hollis Room, Gleason Library
A traditional British way to celebrate the holidays and decorate your table. Come together to make "crackers" for the holidays. We will roll, stick, decorate and fill our own. Sure to be favorite among friends and family! All supplies provided.
Just bring yourself and a smile. This event is free and for Carlisle 60+ only. Register by Thursday, December 14.Balance & Agility
Monday Dec 18, 2023 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 Dec 19, 2023
COAHS Board MTG
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Zumba at Town Hall and via Zoom
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Line Dancing
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
NEW! 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 Dec 19, 2023 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19 | 1 PM, HOLLIS ROOM, GLEASON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Edmund Gwenn won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of a department-store Santa Claus who runs afoul of the store's nasty in-house psychiatrist and is forced to go on trial to prove he's the real Kris Kringle. A Best Picture nominee, the film's director George Seaton won an Oscar for his script.
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
COAHS Lunch
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
WINTER SOLSTICE LUNCH
Wednesday, December 20 | 12:00pm. Carlisle Congregational, Fellowship Hall
Come in from the cold and warm up with a delicious roast beef lunch. Join in a holiday sing along with live piano and percussion after the meal. Register by Wednesday, December 13
No Chair Yoga
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023 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 Dec 21, 2023
Fitness at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 21, 2023 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.
Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Cardio at Town Hall and via Zoom
Thursday Dec 21, 2023 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.
Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Wayside Inn
Thursday Dec 21, 2023 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
LONGFELLOW’S WAYSIDE INN
Wednesday, December 21 | 12:00 pm, Sudbury, Ma
Come enjoy traditional New England cuisine in historic rooms radiating with charm. The Wayside Inn in Sudbury is America’s oldest continually operating inn and was once a rest stop for revolutionary heroes. You may drive on your own
or sign up for the COAHS van.
Van fee $5 payable to driver on the day of the trip. Only 12 seats available on the van. Please register by December 15.
Mah Jongg
Thursday Dec 21, 2023 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 2:00-4:00 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 Dec 22, 2023
Pilates Mat
Friday Dec 22, 2023 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.
French Group
Friday Dec 22, 2023 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 Dec 25, 2023
COAHS CLOSED
Monday Dec 25, 2023 All day
No Balance & Agility
Monday Dec 25, 2023 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 Dec 26, 2023
No Zumba
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Hybrid Exercise with Katrina Rotondi
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength and endurance to fun and lively music.
Winter Session from December 5th to February 27th. Clark Room and simultaneously via Zoom.
FOCCOA scholarships available to Carlisle Seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
No Line Dancing
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
NEW! 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 Dec 27, 2023
No Chair Yoga
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
No Fitness
Thursday Dec 28, 2023 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.
Fall session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration is still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
No Cardio
Thursday Dec 28, 2023 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.
Winter session: December 7th to February 29th. Clark Room at Town Hall and simultaneously via Zoom. Registration still open.
FOCCOA scholarships available for Carlisle seniors. To register, please email mfleurimond@carlislema.gov
Mah Jongg
Thursday Dec 28, 2023 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 2:00-4:00 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 Dec 29, 2023
Pilates Mat
Friday Dec 29, 2023 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.
French Group
Friday Dec 29, 2023 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.