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Lapham Community Center News - May 24, 2023
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May 25, 2023
From: Lapham Community Center and Senior Center of New CanaanWishing you a Happy Memorial Day!
Aggie, Kathy and Steph
Lapham will be closed Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day.
Register now for summer programs!
To register for Lapham Center or Parks and Recreation activities, you must create an account on the new website!
Click here to reate an account on our new website
If you need assistance, call us at 203-594- 3620 or stop by Lapham.
AARP Driver Safety Course
Monday, June 5, 9 am - 1 pm
$20 for AARP members, $25 nonmembers
The AARP Smart Driver™ course will help you refresh your driving skills. Learn more about driver safety strategies, accident avoidance, and defensive driving. Completion of the course may help you save on your auto insurance! Space is limited; registration required. Checks payable at door.
To register call 203-594-3620 or use the link below.
Pizza and the Pops: A preview of Norwalk
Symphony’s Pops in the Park Concert
Wednesday, May 31
lunch noon; program 12:30pm, free
Jonathan Yates, Music Director and Conductor of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra, will discuss and play pieces from this season’s chosen theme, “A Night in Hollywood,” featuring music from film and television classics. Sandra Miklave, Executive Director of the Norwalk Symphony will share information about the Symphony’s Pops in the Park program.
Beckett, James and Nate, our New Canaan High School Senior Interns, have been working on several presentations they would like to share with you!
We hope you'll join us for these wonderful programs!
A History of Golf
Presented by James Casey and Beckett Beatman
Thursday, June 1, 1 pm, free
Join us for an engaging presentation as we explore the history of golf. From its early origins in Scotland to its global prominence today, we’ll cover it all. Learn about the game's beginnings, the first golf equipment, and even the major influences on the game. We’ll get into the stories behind legendary players, iconic tournaments, and the evolution of golf. This presentation is perfect for avid golfers and those curious about the heritage of the sport.
register for A History of Golf
Unraveling the Royal Game:
A Journey through the History of Chess
Presented by Nate Moor, National Master
Tuesday, June 6, 11am, free
National Chess Master, Nate Moor, will provide a history of Chess, one of the oldest and most enduring board games in history, from its ancient roots tracing back to India and Persia to its present day global popularity.
register for A History of Chess
Streaming: What is it? How does it work?
Presented by Beckett Beatman and James Casey
Wednesday, June 7, 1pm, free
Streaming services have transformed the way we view entertainment, providing us with unprecedented access to a vast array of content. This presentation will explain what streaming is and how it works.
Tick talk: one bite could change your life - protect yourself from tick borne illnesses
Tuesday, June 6, 1 pm, free
Dr. Ruszkowski of New Canaan and Shannon Vallerie, Health Program Planner for the New Canaan Dept. of Health will discuss tick facts, understanding risks and tick bite prevention. Lyme disease is the most prevalent tick-borne disease in Connecticut, deer ticks may also carry pathogens which cause other serious illnesses.