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Lapham Community Center News - April 21, 2023
Clubs and Organizations
April 22, 2023
From: Lapham Community Center and Senior Center of New CanaanLapham Center offerings
Exercise, history, canasta, mah-jongg, special events, and around town information. Make sure you scroll all the way to the end for information on the new booster shot.
Gentle Chair Yoga
5 Wednesdays, May 3 - May 31, 9 am, $60
This class is appropriate for beginners and those recovering from surgery, emphasis on reducing stress, improving balance and flexibility and stretching and strengthening muscles.
Register online or call us at 203-594-3620.
The Rise of Rome
12 Thursdays, May 4 - July 22, 9:15 am, F
Traces the breathtaking history of the Roman Empire from its foundation to its Golden Age in the 2nd century CE through a series of ever-worsening crises until the empire's ultimate collapse. Discussions led by Ned Monaghan with tech support by Pete Stair.
Email [email protected] to register
Beginning Canasta
4 Tuesdays, May 9 - 30,
2 pm to 4 pm, $60
Canasta has been a popular game since the 1950s. Chances are you have a friend or two who play! Come learn how to meld, talon, make canastas and go out to win the game. Fun and challenging. Class size limited to 12. Taught by Geri Rhoades.
Beginning Mah Jongg
3 consecutive days, May 15 - 17, 9 am to noon, $45
Mah Jongg is an ancient Chinese game that is enjoying renewed popularity. Joan Allocca has taught Mah Jongg for years and will introduce you to this exciting game played with tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols.
Register online or call us at 203-594-3620.
Next Lapham Reads: French Braid by Anne Tyler
Thursday, April 27, 1 pm, free
Join us to discuss Ann Tyler's latest novel about family, the passage of time and the choices we make . Copies available at the New Canaan Library.
email us [email protected] for more info or to register
Friday Movie: A Secret Love
Friday, April 28, 1 pm, free
Falling in love in 1947, two women -- Pat Henschel and pro baseball player Terry Donahue -- begin a 65-year journey of love and overcoming prejudice. 1h 23 m.
Events in May
Breakfast at the Carriage Barn
Wednesday, May 3, 10:30 a.m., free
Enjoy breakfast while learning about the history of the Carriage Barn, their mission, exhibits, programs, and events. View Spectrum 2023, a juried exhibition of original, contemporary art by local and regional artists.
Terrific Tablescapes:
Set Your Table for Springtime
Thursday, May 4, 11 a.m., free
Learn the art of table scaping. Lisa will demonstrate the basics of table setting and decorating that will inspire you and get you ready for spring — and for dinner!
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Make your own tacos & enjoy the movie “Coco”
Friday, May 5, Noon, $10 pay at the door
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tacos and the movie Coco. Coco is a beautifully animated film which explores the traditions of the Mexican holiday The Day of the Dead, a child’s desire to become a musician despite his family’s wishes and the power of unconditional love.
Announcing a NEW website for the
Recreation Department and Lapham Center
If you want to be able register for any Recreation Department or Lapham Center activities you must create your account with the link below
If you need assistance call us at 203-594- 3620
Around Town
Medication Disposal Program
There is a drop box for disposal of unwanted medications located in the New Canaan Police Station lobby, 174 South Avenue. The program is anonymous, and no personal information is collected. All medications will be safely incinerated, preventing their possibly contaminating the soil or waterways.
COVID 19 Vaccination Clinic
Thursday, April 27
61 Main Street in Vine Cottage next to Town Hall
1:00 to 4:00 pm. (Not at Irwin Park).
NEW: CDC/FDA/DPH has approved a second bivalent booster for those aged 65 and over and for those immune comprised provided it has been at least 4 months since the last bivalent booster.