Programs

Instructor:  Sandy Poirier
Date & Time: TBD
Cost: $10 per project, includes instruction and all supplies. 
Must sign up and pay in advance.
 

Volunteer Program Leader: Kay Luginbuhl
Date & Time: TBD
Volunteers are needed to join Kay in making greeting cards on the first Thursday of the month.  Materials and instruction provided.  Cards will be used for the Senior Center to send to members, as appropriate.  You are also welcome to come make cards for your personal use for a small fee. Cost TBD.
 

Instructors: Ed Ertel, Randy Russo
Date & Time: TBD
Bring your own wood carving project or work on one with the group for a nominal fee. Carvers of all levels are welcome to join this wonderful group.
 

Volunteer Program Leader: Carolyn Feldman
Date & Time: TBD
Join this group as you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, etc. your own project or work on one with the group. All are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Bring your own supplies.

Volunteer Program Leader: Judy Varney
Date & Time: TBD
Come enjoy a little bit of this and a little bit of that. This group is all hands-on and suggestions are welcome for ideas of projects to make.  Most items are for sale and can be found in the display cases at the end of both hallways, as well as on display in the Information Center during various holidays.  You may also bring your own project, or work on one with the group.

Volunteer Program Leaders: Janet Sosnicki and Toni Finkle
Date & Time: TBD
Come join Janet and Toni for a classic board game such as Scrabble, Cribbage, Mahjong, etc. No experience necessary! Come for the fun of it! Walk-in

Date & Time: TBD

Volunteer Program Leader: Riffat Zulfiquar
Date & Time: TBD
Join this group for some good competitive fun.

Volunteer Program Leaders: Dave and Mary MacDaid
Date & Time: TBD
Mexican Train. This is a fun, laid-back game for all and a wonderful way to make new friends. New players are always welcome - and all participants are willing to instruct beginners.

Volunteer Program Leader: Alex Cardoni
Dates: Mondays
Time:  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Looking for a nice activity that can bring you satisfaction, provide congenial interaction with peers while exercising your brain?

Join this group on Monday mornings on Chess.com and play chess with the Ellington Chess Mates.  You don’t need to be an expert player to join in the fellowship. You don’t even have to know how to play the game.  Instruction is provided for those who are beginning to explore the world of chess.  For more information, or to be added to the group, contact Will Maynard at maynardwe@comcast.net. 

Volunteer Program Leader:  Janet Sosnicki
Date & Time: TBD
Join us in our backyard (or indoors on hot/rainy days) for these fun games!  Don't know how to play?  They will show you how!

Volunteer Program Leaders: Dave Lehmann, Claudia Pirtel
Date & Time: TBD
Also known as Pitch, teams compete to obtain the high, low and jack of the trump suit and the most game points. This large group of players has a lot of fun.

Volunteer Program Leader:  Shirley Pinard
Date & Time: TBD
Join us on our indoor shuffleboard as we launch pucks down the court. This welcoming group of individuals is open to instructing beginners who enjoy friendly competition and a good time.

Volunteer Program Leaders: Larry Peterson, Dennis Varney
Date & Time: TBD
Laugh as balls are accidentally dropped or thrown in the gutter, all in an attempt to score a virtual strike. Players' scores are calculated and top players are acknowledged weekly

Congratulations to the Perfect 300 Club Members:    
Judy Varney, Shirley Pinard, Linda Dzen, Mary Donohue, Jo Lambert, Rich Malone

Instructor:  Glenn Eberly, NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Date & Time: TBD
Sign up in advance.  Class Max. 10. Minimum 4.  No Walk-ins.
4 week session - 2 classes/week (8 classes total) Residents $24, Non-residents $32

In this fitness class created just for men, the emphasis is on progressively building total body strength, improving balance, stability, and flexibility.  The goal is to work towards a recommended healthy habit of 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week and muscle strengthening 2-5 days a week.

Facilitator: Sam Baer
Scheduled Mondays, 3:00 p.m. on Facebook Live
FREE
Join Sam for a 30 minute drop-in guided meditation to calm and re-center your mind.  Learn the many benefits and explore the basics of meditation through guided relaxation and breathing techniques

Instructor: Linda Stein
Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Thursdays 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Walk-In Rates:Residents: $4, Non-Residents: $5 - During the pandemic, classes are held on Zoom and Facebook Live for free at this time.  Zoom ID:  251 344 4651

About the Instructor: Linda Stein is an Ellington resident who is a certified fitness instructor. She is a past Silver Sneakers instructor and has received training with the Arthritis Foundation. All classes will be adapted to meet the participants’ needs.

Instructor: Sam Baer, RYT 200
Residents: Free, Non-Residents: $3 - During the pandemic, classes are offered for free on Facebook Live.
Experience all of the benefits of yoga without having to get on the floor!  Increase flexibility, balance, metabolism, focus and strength, while decreasing joint pain and chance of heart disease.

Instructor: Linda Stein
Tuesdays 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Thursdays 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Residents: $7/class walk-in, Non-Residents: $8/class walk-in, See instructor for monthly rate discount. During the pandemic, classes are offered for free on Facebook Live and Zoom (ID: 251 344 4651).

In this class you will focus on strength training and balance. A variety of props are used, including hand weights, elastic bands and balance balls. Participants are asked to bring their own equipment. Dress comfortably and bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Sam Baer
Date & Time: TBD
Residents:  Free; Non-Residents: $3.  During the pandemic, watch previous classes on our YouTube channel.

Join Sam for a slow, gentle class, suitable for all, especially those with arthritis and issues with balance.  Participate standing or in a chair.  This Sun Style class is evidence based and recommended by the CDC to be effective at preventing falls.

Instructor:  Sam Baer, RYT 200
Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Residents: FREE; Non-Residents: $3 - During the pandemic this class is being offered for free on Facebook Live and Zoom (ID: 251 344 4651).

Yoga has been shown to help increase flexibility, balance, metabolism, focus, and strength, while decreasing joint pain and chance of heart disease.  Along with gaining an understanding of your body and mind, expect a light-heart approach and possibly some laughter.  All levels welcome.  Poses may be modified for each individuals' needs.  Walk-in's welcome.

Volunteer Program Leaders: Joe Ouellette, Carol Adam
Date & Time: TBD
Opt to participate in the challenge from May 1 - October 31 for your chance at earning prizes, or continue to just walk with the group without keeping track.  Members of the group may continue to meet daily at 8:30 am at Arbor Park.  Inclement weather cancels.

Date & Time: TBD

Meet a group of local authors, storytellers, song writers, and more.  Bring a piece to share with the group or listen to what others have written.

Facilitator:  Sam Baer
See monthly calendar for schedule; During the pandemic TED Talk discussions are held on Zoom.

Join Sam for a short video (typically 20 minutes or less) on a variety of topics.  Afterwards, engage, or listen to the group discussion about the topic.  Each video is from the top-rated list and isn't watched ahead of time, so it's a genuine, open, conversation.  All are welcome to join us.

Director: Mary Regan
Volunteer Program Leader: Maureen Webber
Date & Time: TBD
Cost: $10 Annually
Members practice weekly from September through mid-May and participate in many events for the community including Winterfest, Spring Musicale and a number of visits to local nursing homes. If you enjoy singing in a group and brightening spirits this group is for you.

Garden Thyme
Volunteer Program Leaders: Janice Chaplin, Leslie Suitor
Date & Time: TBD
This group meets April - October, weather permitting.  Additional volunteers are always welcome and appreciated!

This group is currently on hold due to the Covid 19 pandemic.

We will be hiking local trails on select mornings, weather permitting.  Beginner and experienced hikers are welcome.  We do require that all participants are members of the Senior Center and have completed the required membership forms prior to any group hike.  We also require participants to register with Sam Baer, Assistant Director, for each hike.

If you are interested in registering for a hike, or learning more, contact Sam: at sbaer@ellington-ct.gov or 860-870-3133.

General Hiking Club Guidelines

Date & Time: TBD

Volunteer Program Leaders: Joe Ouellette, Carol Adam
Dates & Times: TBD 
Opt to participate in the challenge from May 1 - October 31 for your chance at earning prizes, or continue to just walk with the group without keeping track.  Members of the group may continue to meet daily at 8:30 am at Arbor Park.  Inclement weather cancels.

Do you need help with your computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone?  Do you need help figuring out how to use My Active Center to  register for programs?  Maybe we can help!

You MUST reserve your time slot.  
Appointments are limited to 30 minutes per person.
Preference will be given to Ellington Residents
To schedule your time slot:
Call: 860-870-3133
Or email: Agoss@ellington-ct.gov 
Phone, Facetime, & Zoom Options are available.