East Hartford has two senior centers located in the North End at 30 Remington Road and in the South End at 70 Canterbury Street. The facilities are open to all East Hartford residents age 55 and over. Membership is not required.
SeniorNet Computer Learning Center
SeniorNet is dedicated to teaching computer skills to older adults. Located in the South End Senior Center, courses include Introduction to Computer, Internet and Email, Quicken, Graphics, Word Processing, and Digital Photography.
Fitness Classes for All Fitness Levels
Powerful Aging – aerobic exercise with weight training and stretching.
Tai Chi – slow moving form of exercise. Strengthens and tones muscles to improve balance, posture, and helps you to relax. Day and evening programs available.
Yoga – enhances your balance and flexibility.
Senior Aquarobics - low-impact exercise held at the EH Middle School. For more information or to register, call 528-1458.
Dance
Both Ballroom and Tap Dance Lessons are given at the Senior Center. It is good exercise and an enjoyable social activity.
Friday Night Dances take place every Friday night at the South End Senior Center at 7:00 PM. There is no cover charge but a $3 donation is appreciated.
Square Dancing offered bythe South Windsor Square Dance Club meets pm Wednesday evenings at the North End Senior Center at 7:30 PM. Beginner lessons are available. Admission is $5.
Mostly Waltz offered by the Hartford Community Dance organization meets once a month at the South End Senior Center. Beginner lessons are availabnle. Admission is $10. For more information and the schedule of danes, please contact Phil Carlson at 633-8524.
Creative Expression
The Senior Center has Painting and Embroidery classes.
A Writing Workshop is currently forming. If you are interested in signing up, please call 568-4281.
A Knitting Class is also forming. Please call 568-4281 to register.
Also new, beginning in August 2007, is a Hand Building Clay Class. Call 568-4281 for more information.
Health Screenings
Free and low-cost screenings are available at both Senior Centers.
Hearing Screenings
Blood Pressure Screenings
Skin Cancer Screenings
Osteoporosis Screenings
Footcare Program
Information Sessions
Coffee Talk
Stroke Awareness & Prevention
Fall Prevention
Smart & Safe Seniors
Financial Strategies
Medicare Updates
Other Ongoing Programs and Activities
Cribbage
Setback
Duplicate Bridge
Book Discussion Group
Red Hat Society
Hair Cut Appointments with Star Luty
Seniors Job Bank Satellite Office
Support Groups
Bereavement Support Group
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Special Events
An exciting variety of events are offered throughout the year. Join us and your friends for a good time.
Dances
Luncheons
Teas
Birthday Parties
Fashion Shows
Talents Shows
Bus Trips
Independence Day Celebration
Halloween Party
Clubs
Also available are two senior clubs. These clubs have been operated by dedicated volunteers for thirty years. The clubs offer a variety of programs in addition to those listed in this directory including bingo, exercise, line dancing, card games, bus trips and special events. Annual membership is required. For more information about the clubs, please call:
North End Senior Club – 528-2879
South End Senior Club – 569-5655
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