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Friday May 17, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Dance - Creative Movement - Creative Movement
Fun, energetic music and the basic knowledge of dance movement will be introduced to children in the beginner Creative Movement class. Ballet shoes are required. Leotard and tights are highly suggested.Policies & General Information
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Ladies' Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Walking Group - Walking Group
The Walking Group typically meets on Fridays at 10:00am (Weather permitting).The group meets at a local trail/walking spot, location varies each week!Please contact the office 860-675-2492 to get on the email list!Walking will help improve circulation, shore up your bones, enjoy a longer life, lighten your mood, lose weight, strengthen muscles, improve sleep, slow down mental decline and lower Alzheimer risk. Each week we will go to a different destination and a new walking routine. The group will focus on posture, foot motion, using your arms properly and walking drills.. Make sure you bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes. All fitness levels are welcome.
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Fitness Classes - Low Impact Dance
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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Monday May 20, 2024
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 1
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 2
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - Scrabble
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Power Flow Yoga
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Square Dance
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Tuesday May 21, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Fitness Classes - Zumba Gold
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Card Games - Cribbage
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Bible Study - Bible Study
Non-denominational group study. This program is also available on Zoom. Please contact the office to get the Zoom information!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Tai Chi
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Exercise with Lorie
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Yoga
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Wednesday May 22, 2024
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Men's Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Stained Glass - Artisan Guild
If you love working on stained glass and want to work with other stained glass enthusiasts, the Stained Glass Artisan Guild is the group for you! Bring your projects, share ideas, and have fun! Are you new to stained glass? No problem! This group will show you tips and give suggestions on how you can get started!The Farmington Senior Center periodically offers formal stained glass instruction. The Stained Glass Class Session & Fees would be listed below if available. Session fee does not include tools & materials. Call the office for more information: 860-675-2492!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - American Mah Jongg
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Tai Chi
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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FRTC Meeting
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Thursday May 23, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Qigong
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Power & Fitness
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Continuing Ed: Essentrics
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Farmington DTC Meeting
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Friday May 24, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Dance - Creative Movement - Creative Movement
Fun, energetic music and the basic knowledge of dance movement will be introduced to children in the beginner Creative Movement class. Ballet shoes are required. Leotard and tights are highly suggested.Policies & General Information
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Ladies' Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Walking Group - Walking Group
The Walking Group typically meets on Fridays at 10:00am (Weather permitting).The group meets at a local trail/walking spot, location varies each week!Please contact the office 860-675-2492 to get on the email list!Walking will help improve circulation, shore up your bones, enjoy a longer life, lighten your mood, lose weight, strengthen muscles, improve sleep, slow down mental decline and lower Alzheimer risk. Each week we will go to a different destination and a new walking routine. The group will focus on posture, foot motion, using your arms properly and walking drills.. Make sure you bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes. All fitness levels are welcome.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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Saturday May 25, 2024
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11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Hold-CS
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4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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The Ring and The Mountain - The Ring and The Mountain - Screening & Dinner
Abby Wadsworth, a Farmington native and daughter of a Marine, will join us to share her story and the documentary she created to memorialize the incredible events that led to her discovery of a lost history while forging a new family.Location: Farmington Community & Senior Ctr.Date: Saturday, May 25Time: 5:30 PM (Doors Open at 4:30 PM)Screening & Dinner: $28.00/ppScreening Only: $20.00/ppSponsor a Veteran: $28.00/ppProceeds benefit Veteran Relief Fund, Farmington Food Pantry, and The Short Stop 24 Foundation. Farmington Police CERT Canteen 52 will be providing dinner.
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4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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The Ring and The Mountain - The Ring and The Mountain - Screening Only
Abby Wadsworth, a Farmington native and daughter of a Marine, will join us to share her story and the documentary she created to memorialize the incredible events that led to her discovery of a lost history while forging a new family.Location: Farmington Community & Senior Ctr.Date: Saturday, May 25Time: 5:30 PM (Doors Open at 4:30 PM)Screening & Dinner: $28.00/ppScreening Only: $20.00/ppSponsor a Veteran: $28.00/ppProceeds benefit Veteran Relief Fund, Farmington Food Pantry, and The Short Stop 24 Foundation. Farmington Police CERT Canteen 52 will be providing dinner.
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4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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The Ring and The Mountain - The Ring and The Mountain - Sponsor a Veteran
Abby Wadsworth, a Farmington native and daughter of a Marine, will join us to share her story and the documentary she created to memorialize the incredible events that led to her discovery of a lost history while forging a new family.Location: Farmington Community & Senior Ctr.Date: Saturday, May 25Time: 5:30 PM (Doors Open at 4:30 PM)Screening & Dinner: $28.00/ppScreening Only: $20.00/ppSponsor a Veteran: $28.00/ppProceeds benefit Veteran Relief Fund, Farmington Food Pantry, and The Short Stop 24 Foundation. Farmington Police CERT Canteen 52 will be providing dinner.
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Tuesday May 28, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Fitness Classes - Zumba Gold
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Card Games - Cribbage
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Bible Study - Bible Study
Non-denominational group study. This program is also available on Zoom. Please contact the office to get the Zoom information!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Tai Chi
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Exercise with Lorie
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Yoga
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Wednesday May 29, 2024
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Men's Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Stained Glass - Artisan Guild
If you love working on stained glass and want to work with other stained glass enthusiasts, the Stained Glass Artisan Guild is the group for you! Bring your projects, share ideas, and have fun! Are you new to stained glass? No problem! This group will show you tips and give suggestions on how you can get started!The Farmington Senior Center periodically offers formal stained glass instruction. The Stained Glass Class Session & Fees would be listed below if available. Session fee does not include tools & materials. Call the office for more information: 860-675-2492!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - American Mah Jongg
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Tai Chi
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Compassionate Friends
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7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Compassionate Friends
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Thursday May 30, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Qigong
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Power & Fitness
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Continuing Ed: Essentrics
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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FRTC Meeting
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Friday May 31, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Dance - Creative Movement - Creative Movement
Fun, energetic music and the basic knowledge of dance movement will be introduced to children in the beginner Creative Movement class. Ballet shoes are required. Leotard and tights are highly suggested.Policies & General Information
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Ladies' Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Walking Group - Walking Group
The Walking Group typically meets on Fridays at 10:00am (Weather permitting).The group meets at a local trail/walking spot, location varies each week!Please contact the office 860-675-2492 to get on the email list!Walking will help improve circulation, shore up your bones, enjoy a longer life, lighten your mood, lose weight, strengthen muscles, improve sleep, slow down mental decline and lower Alzheimer risk. Each week we will go to a different destination and a new walking routine. The group will focus on posture, foot motion, using your arms properly and walking drills.. Make sure you bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes. All fitness levels are welcome.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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Monday June 3, 2024
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 1
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 2
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - Scrabble
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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Tuesday June 4, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Fitness Classes - Zumba Gold
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Card Games - Cribbage
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Bible Study - Bible Study
Non-denominational group study. This program is also available on Zoom. Please contact the office to get the Zoom information!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Tai Chi
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Yoga
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Wednesday June 5, 2024
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Men's Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Stained Glass - Artisan Guild
If you love working on stained glass and want to work with other stained glass enthusiasts, the Stained Glass Artisan Guild is the group for you! Bring your projects, share ideas, and have fun! Are you new to stained glass? No problem! This group will show you tips and give suggestions on how you can get started!The Farmington Senior Center periodically offers formal stained glass instruction. The Stained Glass Class Session & Fees would be listed below if available. Session fee does not include tools & materials. Call the office for more information: 860-675-2492!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Core Strength Wednesdays
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - American Mah Jongg
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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FRTC Meeting
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Thursday June 6, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Qigong
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Power & Fitness
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Continuing Ed: Essentrics
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Friday June 7, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Dance - Creative Movement - Creative Movement
Fun, energetic music and the basic knowledge of dance movement will be introduced to children in the beginner Creative Movement class. Ballet shoes are required. Leotard and tights are highly suggested.Policies & General Information
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Ladies' Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Walking Group - Walking Group
The Walking Group typically meets on Fridays at 10:00am (Weather permitting).The group meets at a local trail/walking spot, location varies each week!Please contact the office 860-675-2492 to get on the email list!Walking will help improve circulation, shore up your bones, enjoy a longer life, lighten your mood, lose weight, strengthen muscles, improve sleep, slow down mental decline and lower Alzheimer risk. Each week we will go to a different destination and a new walking routine. The group will focus on posture, foot motion, using your arms properly and walking drills.. Make sure you bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes. All fitness levels are welcome.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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Monday June 10, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Core Strength Mondays
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 1
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 2
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - Scrabble
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Central Valley Squares Dance
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Tuesday June 11, 2024
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Fitness Classes - Zumba Gold
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Card Games - Cribbage
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Bible Study - Bible Study
Non-denominational group study. This program is also available on Zoom. Please contact the office to get the Zoom information!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Tai Chi
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Fitness Classes - Exercise with Lorie
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Continuing Ed: Yoga
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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LGIA
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Wednesday June 12, 2024
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Men's Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Stained Glass - Artisan Guild
If you love working on stained glass and want to work with other stained glass enthusiasts, the Stained Glass Artisan Guild is the group for you! Bring your projects, share ideas, and have fun! Are you new to stained glass? No problem! This group will show you tips and give suggestions on how you can get started!The Farmington Senior Center periodically offers formal stained glass instruction. The Stained Glass Class Session & Fees would be listed below if available. Session fee does not include tools & materials. Call the office for more information: 860-675-2492!
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Core Strength Wednesdays
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - American Mah Jongg
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Connecticut Orchid Society Meeting
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Thursday June 13, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Qigong
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Board Games - Chess
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
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Pickleball - Senior 50+ - Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racket sport) that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, much like a wiffle ball, with 26–40 round holes, over a net. The sport shares features of other racket sports: the dimensions and layout of a badminton court and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications.Senior (50+) Pickleball at the Farmington Senior Center (321 New Britain Avenue, Unionville)1 Indoor CourtIntro to Pickleball*- Starting March 5th you MUST sign up with the office for the intro to pickleball lessons. Space Limited! (Tuesdays 12:45-1:45 April 23rd-May 28th)Drop In - Free - Pickleball - Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 1:45 - 4:00pm*Senior (50+) Pickleball at New Horizons Village (37 Bliss Memorial Road, Unionville)4 Indoor CourtsDrop in - $5 Donation Encouraged - Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays- 1:00 - 4:00pm* (No Pickleball May 27th)*All dates subject to change. Stop by the Farmington Senior Center to pick up a monthly activity calendar*You must be a member of the Farmington Senior Center to participate in the above pickleball programs.
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Friday June 14, 2024
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Billiards - Ladies' Pool
The Senior Center has one pool table available during the times listed below. We have pool cues to borrow, or you may bring in your own!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Walking Group - Walking Group
The Walking Group typically meets on Fridays at 10:00am (Weather permitting).The group meets at a local trail/walking spot, location varies each week!Please contact the office 860-675-2492 to get on the email list!Walking will help improve circulation, shore up your bones, enjoy a longer life, lighten your mood, lose weight, strengthen muscles, improve sleep, slow down mental decline and lower Alzheimer risk. Each week we will go to a different destination and a new walking routine. The group will focus on posture, foot motion, using your arms properly and walking drills.. Make sure you bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes. All fitness levels are welcome.
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Card Games - Bridge
Bridge: a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. In its basic format, it is played by four players in two competing partnerships, with partners sitting opposite each other around a tableCribbage: a card game for two to four players, in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31. Instruction available. All levels welcome!
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Monday June 17, 2024
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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fitness Classes - Core Strength Mondays
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 1
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Fitness Classes - Boxing + Class 2
Below are the instructor led fitness classes held at the Farmington Senior Center!Our sessions run seasonally (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).Please note that there is no Tai Chi & Qigong for the months of July or August. Classes will resume in SeptemberIf registration is unavailable, that means the class is currently in session, please visit the office to register in person (Office Hours: M-F 9am - 4pm)Returning members: You must register before the session deadline to avoid a $5.00 late fee.Not sure where to begin? You can try your first class for free! We ask that you check in with the office staff before joining the class. Thank you!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Board Games - Scrabble
American Mah Jongg: A game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of winning combinationsChess: A board game of strategic skill for two players, played on a checkered board. Each player begins the game with sixteen pieces that are moved and used to capture opposing pieces according to precise rules. The object is to put the opponent's king under a direct attack from which escape is impossible (checkmate).Mexican Train Dominoes: A game played with dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the tiles from his or her hand onto one or more chains, or trains, emanating from a central hub or "station".Rummikub: A tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mah jongg.Scrabble: A word game in which two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing a single letter, onto a game board divided into a 15×15 grid of squares. The tiles must form words that, in crossword fashion, read left to right in rows or downward in columns, and be included in a standard dictionary.
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6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Central Valley Squares Dance
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