January

Tuesday, January 7th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Music with Chris Marolda
Free | Performance Studio

Friday, January 10th | 3:00p – 4:00p
Reflections: On the Go
Free | Performance Studio
Led by the CT Museum of Culture and History

This engaging, hands-on presentation invites participants to explore the many ways in which different modes of travel have transported people’s lives – via land, sea, and air. Using captivating images from our collection, familiar sounds, and hands-on objects related to transportation, we’ll embark together on a journey of discovery, while reflecting upon our own individual experiences of travel. This conversation-based program is best suited to individuals with early to mid-stage dementia.

Saturday, January 18th | 12:30p – 2:00p
Live Music by “She’s With Him”
Free | The Gathering Place café

Tuesday, January 21st | 4:00p – 5:30p
Mindful Mandala Workshop
$35/Member $40 Non-Member | 12 Seats Available | Art Studio
Led by Amy L. Crose, RN, BSN of Mandala Minds & Wellness LLC
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register

Painting Mandalas provides a pathway to inner harmony and completeness. Through creative expression, mindfulness, symbolism, community support and personal growth, individuals can find solace, meaning and resilience. During this workshop you will learn the history of Mandalas and their purpose. You will be brought through a transformative practice of intention setting, inner balance and awareness as you learn specific techniques for creating dot mandala paintings. Participants will follow step by step directions and use eye/hand coordination to create and take home an individual piece.

Wednesday, January 22nd | 11:00am-12:00p
Presentation: Winter Wonders
Free | Performance Studio
Presented by the Roaring Brook Nature Center

Learn the many ways winter transforms our gardens and our landscape, why snowflakes have six sides, and how strangely beautiful and startling winter can be in this fun visual presentation. It is a fun and accessible look at the beauty (and science) of winter.

Friday, January 24th | 4:00p-5:00p
Documentary: “Our Oceans- Pacific Ocean”
Free | Performance Studio

In the world’s largest ocean, one mighty current brings the Pacific to life in astonishing ways, from enriching rainforests to sustaining coral reefs.

Tuesday, January 28th | 11:00a-12:00p
TimeSlips Program
Free | Learning Lab
Led by Cori Zuppardi of TheKey

TimeSlips is a creative program designed to engage individuals, particularly those with dementia, through storytelling and imagination. Cori will guide participants using open-ended prompts to encourage expression without the need for factual recall. The program fosters social interaction, boosts emotional well-being, and reduces feelings of isolation by promoting creativity and communication.

Wednesday, January 29th | 6:00p – 6:45p
Milk, Cookies & Bedtime Tales-An Intergenerational Event
Recommended Age – 6 and under
Free | Performance Studio
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register

Join us for a special intergenerational event filled with fun and cozy moments! Come dressed in your favorite PJs, bring a stuffy, and enjoy a heartwarming evening together. This event is perfect for children ages 6 and under, though older siblings are welcome. Parental supervision is required.
The evening’s agenda includes:
6:00-6:30 PM Storytime: Gather around for a storytelling session.
6:30-6:45 PM Milk and Cookies: Enjoy a tasty treat with milk (a gluten-free option will be available) to cap off the evening.
Please note that registration is required. Be sure to include the number of children attending and their ages. We can’t wait to see you there!

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