It’s National Hobby Month, which means it’s the perfect time to devote yourself to your favorite pastime or start a new one! Luckily, we have some great events coming up in Connecticut during the winter months. So if you are looking to do something new, expand your mind, try a new program, or just get involved – now is your chance!
Below is a list of events happening this month, make sure to take advantage of all that is offered!
Wellness Tips for the New Year Workshop
January 9, 2020 @ 12:00 pm
Goldstone Caregiver Center, Danbury Hospital
The Goldstone Caregiver Center is hosting a workshop on January 9th called “Wellness Tips for the New Year” with Peggy O’Shea, RN, Holistic Practitioner and Clinical Leader of Complementary Medicine. Peggy will share physical, emotional and spiritual tips to keep us balanced as we start the new year! Click here for additional event information.
Just Dance 2020
January 10, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
Danbury Senior Center – Elmwood Hall
When was the last time you danced just for fun? Now is your chance with Danbury’s “Just Dance 2020” event, which will be held on Friday, January 10th. Come and join us along with DJ Kevin Burland for freestyle & line dancing! Click here for additional event information.
Cold Homes, Warm Hearts
January 12, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
John Pettibone Community Center
It’s time to get involved in the community for a good cause! Join us for a walk fundraiser to benefit the Community Fuel Bank of New Milford this Sunday, January 12th. The Community Fuel Bank helps out those in our community who are in need and unable to heat their homes. When you participate in this walk, you and your team join the movement to help heat the homes of your neighbor who is less fortunate. (If you are unable to attend the walk but would like to make a donation, checks can be made payable to the Community Fuel Bank and mailed to 40 Main St, New Milford, CT 06776). We hope to see you there! Click here for additional event information.
Relaxation Station: Reiki
January 14, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
New Milford Senior Center
Are you looking for new ways to relax and unwind? Look no further! The New Milford Senior Center offers Reiki healing sessions. Reiki is used to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and restore physical, mental, and emotional health through simple hands-on healing techniques. Try a healing session with Reiki Master, Mary-Ellen Foster, every second and fourth Tuesday of the month! A 10-minute Relaxation Station session is a suggested donation of $7.00 and clients are received on a first come, first served basis. Click here for additional event information.
Lunch and Learns: The 2020 Census
January 17, 2020 @ 12:00 pm
Brookfield Senior Center
If you are looking to get involved in the community or even take on some part time work, make sure to come to Lunch and Learns at Brookfield Senior Center! Census Partnership Specialist Yvette Rose will explain how the 2020 Census is safe, easy, and important. She will provide details about how a lack of participation may affect local programs and community centers. Yvette will also provide information on how to apply for Census jobs that will be available in this area. Click here for additional event information.
HISTORY IN THE MAKING: A Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Presentation
January 21, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
New Milford Senior Center
If you enjoy history, make sure to attend this special presentation in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the New Milford Senior Center! Led by local urban archeologist, Greg Van Antwerp who will be sharing stories of history from the Martin Luther King, Jr. era and beyond. Join us to witness and appreciate the tidbits of history lost to time in this fascinating presentation. Click here for additional event information.
Trip to Black Rock Tavern in Thomaston
January 22, 2020 @ 11:30 am
Woodbury Senior Center
Looking for a change of taste? Join the Woodbury Senior Center for a day trip to Black Rock Tavern in Thomaston, complete with a wide selection of entrees, lunches and appetizers for casual and elegant dining. Build your own burger or be your own chef with sizzling hot rock entrees! Click here for additional event information.
TOURS WITH JUDY: Avery’s Beverages Tour
January 22, 2020 @ 9:00 am
Newtown Senior Center
The Newtown Senior Center is happy to announce a tour opportunity to Avery’s Beverages in New Britain. If you are interested to learn more about the behind the scenes of how soda was made 50 years ago, invent your own unique soda flavors, and tour the soda factory, this one is for you! You will measure syrup into each bottle, watch as the bottles are filled and capped, and hand shake each bottle. As part of the tour, you will get to take home 3 bottles of your own handmade soda and an official soda makers apron! Click here for additional event information.
Presentation: It’s Uber Easy to Get a Lyft
January 24, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
Woodbury Senior Center
It’s easy to get around with the right resources. Take advantage of learning something new with this incredibly practical and helpful workshop! Learn how to use Uber and Lyft for rides if you choose not to drive. Smartphones will be necessary for this program. Click here for additional event information.
Wii Bowling Tournament
January 31, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Danbury Senior Center – Elmwood Hall
Indulge in some fun and games with Danbury’s Wii Bowling Tournament! Even if you have never used Wii before, give it a go and have some fun. Games will run every half hour starting at 10:00 am (with a break for lunch) and running through 3:00 pm. Times are subject to change depending on the number of participants. There will be a $5 charge to participate, which includes the event fee and lunch! Click here for additional event information.
