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Move Your Mind & Body

Move Your Mind, Move Your Body with Nancy Schuler

Tuesdays in February: 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Live, In-Person & Live on Zoom:

In-Person Space is limited. Registration is required. Register here

Note: This Class is designed for senior women.

The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2021 to 2030 The Decade For Healthy Ageing. The OWL has always been committed to expanding minds and now we would like to help our community expand their physical strength.

Join Nancy Schuler in this exercise class for senior women. You can attend the class in person, here at the OWL, or online in the privacy of your home. The class features stretching and exercises that can be done in a chair or standing, and lifting of 1 or 2 lb. weights. All exercises are gentle and easy to understand. Exercise has been proven to help one’s cognitive abilities, blood pressure, insomnia, digestive issues, depression, strength and independence. The Alzheimer’s, Diabetes and Heart Associations all recommend exercise for healthy ageing.

No prior experience is necessary. Bring a set of light weights: 1 to 2 lbs.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/adult-events.aspx#anchor_move

Jumpfest

The annual Salisbury Winter Sports Association ski jumping competition called Jumpfest is coming up Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 and 2.

Schedule
Friday, January 31
Admission $15 (Children 12 and under free)
6 p.m. Gates open7 p.m. Target Jumping begins
Human Dog Sled Race begins immediately after Target Jumping
Register for Human Dog Sled Race

Saturday, February 1
Admission $15 (Children 12 and under free)
8 a.m. Small hills open for practice
9:30 a.m. Junior Competition on 20M and 30M hills
11 a.m. – Noon 65M open for practice
1 p.m. Salisbury Invitational Ski Jumping 65m
8-11:30 p.m. Snow Ball Fundraiser at the Lakeville Town Grove. Live Music by the Steve Dunn Band, raffle, and more.
$20 entry fee. 12 and under free.

Sunday, February 2
Admission $15 (Children 12 and under free)
11 a.m. – Noon 65M Hill open for practice
1 p.m. Eastern U.S. Ski Jumping Championships
The eastern division Junior National Team will be named after Sunday’s competition.

PURCHASE TICKETS

80 Indian Cave Rd.
Salisbury, CT 06068

Meditation & Mindfulness Workshop at Charym

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

This workshop, led by the incredible Elise Cusimano, is perfect for anyone looking to explore or deepen their meditation and mindfulness practice. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just beginning your journey, this session will help you build a lifestyle rooted in presence, steadiness, and growth.

This class is the first in a six-month series that explores different dimensions of mindfulness. Attend the full series or come to this standalone event—it’s entirely up to you!

More info here!

Watercolor Workshop with Nicole Desanti

Join Nicole  from 1 to 3 PM at Hopkins Vineyard in Warren CT for a fun and educational watercolor (+gouache) painting workshop.

Join Nicole  from 1 to 3 PM at Hopkins Vineyard in Warren CT for a fun and educational watercolor (+gouache) painting workshop.

Participants are painting a wine and oyster image, all materials are included.

$60 per person. No refunds. Space limited to 16.

Click here to register!

Hopkins Vineyard
25 Hopkins Rd., Warren
Hopkinsvineyard.com

The Art of Joy Brown

The Art of Joy Brown traces the evolution of Brown’s work, from tiny clay figures to clay-headed puppets, to small statues and wall tiles, to the monumental work found in public spaces. It takes place in Tremaine Gallery, open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4, and Sunday noon-4. Closed Mondays. 2/15-4/6, 2025

Please join Joy Brown and documentary filmmaker Eduardo Montes-Bradley for excerpts of Montes-Bradley’s film and a discussion of Joy’s work, March 6, 7-8 pm, Walker Auditorium on the Hotchkiss Campus.

Tremaine Gallery, The Hotchkiss School, 11 Interlaken Road, Lakeville, CT 06039
https://www.hotchkiss.org/post-page/~board/art-news/post/tremaine-art-gallery-the-art-of-joy-brown

Kent’s 2nd Annual Burns Supper

Jesse Ofgang will be joined by Sean Heely & Band for a ridiculously fun night of music, singing, whisky, Scottish snacks and lots of dance.

7:00-10:30 PM
Jesse Ofgang will be joined by Sean Heely & Band for a ridiculously fun night of music, singing, whisky, Scottish snacks and lots of dance.

BYOB/21+
Feel free to bring snacks along to this event!

Tickets here!

Kent Community House
93 North Main Street., Kent

Garnell Curtis Piano

Each month, the Happy Hour Piano Series offers an eclectic mix of musical genres, showcasing the region’s wealth of talented pianists. Held on the fourth Fridays, from 5 to 7 pm, the piano series extends AMP’s exhibit hours. A cash/credit bar offers wine, craft and domestic beer, and assorted beverages.

Admission: $8 at the door

Garnell Curtis is a dynamic pianist known for his improvisational flair and ability to defy categorization. He’s no stranger to jazz, classical, soul, and pop—and you may hear a bit of all of it in a single song. Garnell’s fresh approach creates a sense of spontaneity and exploration. Prepare to experience piano in a way that breaks traditional boundaries.

The piano series is supported in part by the Greenberg family.

90 Whiting Street, Winsted CT 06098

https://www.americanmuralproject.org/piano-series

A Studio Affair

Join us for a Studio Affair
Saturday, February 15th
21+ 6:30 – 10:00PM – Free

Unleash Your Inner Artist
Express your Creativity
Bring your Passion
Do you have a craving to unleash your creativity but aren’t sure where to start? Well, look no further! We aim to create a vibrant space for our community to gather, socialize with friends, and even make new ones. Our focus is on inclusivity and fostering creativity.

If you’re already working on a masterpiece, feel free to bring it along and showcase your skills. You don’t have to be a professional artist to join in; all you need is the passion to create. Just bring your enthusiasm, and we’ll supply a variety of materials for you to play around with.

Spread the word, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable experience! Plus, if you’re feeling thirsty, don’t forget to bring your own beverages.
Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
(860) 354-4318

12 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776

https://www.villagecenterarts.org/things-to-do-calendar

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