“Pre-Hab”: How to Get Stronger Before Surgery & Accelerate Healing Time

Monday, January 5th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Going into joint replacement surgery with a strong, flexible body makes all the difference in the recovery process. Kris has used her own experiences to develop a program to help people go in strong. If you are looking at having surgery in the near future, this is a presentation you will not want to miss!

Guided Mediation & Reiki

Tuesday, January 6th at 9:30 AM

Cost: Free for members (w/ $10 deposit)

Come join Old Lyme resident Jennifer King certified as a Yoga & Meditation Instructor for monthly guided meditation with reiki energy healing! For January 2026, you will explore a Sending Healing Energy to Others Guided Meditation.  Each participant will be guided to call to mind a beloved person or animal in need of support, and send them positive, healing energy. Participants will learn more about meditation and reiki, and will experience a guided group meditation while seated in chairs, including individual mini-reiki treatments to cultivate relaxation. You will leave feeling balanced and refreshed! 

Hands-On Presentation on Falls

Tuesday, January 6th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Join Physical Therapist Aaron Morales, Rehab Director at the Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley, for an informative and hands-on presentation on FALLS. In this interactive, one-hour session, Aaron will explore the common causes of falls in the elderly, the impact of the aging process on balance and mobility, and practical strategies seniors can use to reduce their risk. He will also guide attendees on how to access appropriate services if a higher level of care is needed. 

Historical Lecture: “Lost Palaces of the Europe’s and America’s” (Part 1)

Wednesday, January 7th at 1:30 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Join us for a fantastic historical lecture, presented by the Bow Tie Historian!  

Holistic Modalities: EFT Tapping 

Thursday, January 8th (Part 1) and 22nd (Part 2) at 10 AM

Cost: Free for members

Could a few well-placed taps on your body be what it takes to help reduce stress and even ease physical pain? This holistic, evidence-based practice is one that you can do on your own, anywhere and at any time, without any special tools. You use your fingertips to tap on specific points on your body — mainly on your head and face — while you focus your mind on a particular issue or emotion.” Come learn how to perform this technique, write your own script, and learn more about the science behind it. 

Sleep Well, Live Well Presentation

Tuesday, January 13th at 10 AM

Cost: Free for members

A good night’s sleep can do wonders for your energy and mood. Learn practical strategies for better sleep, from bedtime routines to lifestyle habits that help you wake up refreshed.

Curiosity Club: “Was Sears the Original Amazon?”

Tuesday, January 13th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Join Jude Carter & learn how Sears transformed shopping, fueled the economy & changed the culture. Watch short videos and join a lively discussion. Don’t miss the fun!

“Are You Listening?” Presentation

Wednesday, January 14th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

A humorous 1.5-hour workshop about active listening presented by  Wally Kostrzewa. You may hear well, but do you listen well? If not, you’re missing more than you know. Try active listening. With practice, you can reduce distractions, recognize unconscious biases, read between the lines, and avoid judging or giving unwanted advice. Family, friends, and coworkers will notice you pay attention more during a conversation. Presenter Waldemar “Wally” Kostrzewa will take a sometimes-humorous look at listening styles, bad habits, and body language. Hear about recent findings and follow proven approaches to listen better. It is encouraged that you pre-register for this program and also bring a pen or pencil with you to take notes.

Great American Songbook Mini-Concert

Tuesday, January 20th at 11:30 AM

Cost: Free for members

Join us for a mini-concert with songs from the Great American Songbook with Jim Corbett on Saxophone and Patti Corbett on Vocals

Exercises & Stretches for Lower Back Pain

Tuesday, January 20th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Join local yoga teacher/exercise physiologist, health coach, and yoga therapist Lynn McCarthy MS for a workshop focusing on back pain care. This workshop includes discussions of anatomy, reflections on surprising factors that contribute to low back pain, and surprising ways to care for your back and manage pain. The class will include experiential learning and lecture. For the movement offerings it is recommended (but not required) that you bring a mat, 2 yoga blocks, a blanket and wear comfortable clothing. No experience required. All movement offerings are optional, and modifications will be demonstrated. Please pre-register for this free workshop.

Veterans Coffeehouse

Wednesday, January 21st at 9:45 AM

Cost: Free for Veterans

Join us for coffee, donuts, and camaraderie!  

Shell Decoupage Craft Class

Wednesday, January 21st at 10 AM

Cost: Pantry Donation for Members

Sign up required, limited space available – cost of class is a can of soup or two for our Food Pantry.

Tips for Managing Weight: Optimizing Your Brain’s Response to Food 

Wednesday, January 21st at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Did you know that our brains influence what we crave? Did you know that when it comes to weight loss, calories in and calories out is not the whole picture? Join us to learn about when a calorie is not just a calorie. What you eat today influences what you will want to eat tomorrow. Come and learn how to optimize your brain’s response to food for better weight management & to optimize wellbeing.

Historical Lecture: “The History of Funerary Arts & Cemeteries”

Monday, January 26th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

Join us for an awesome lecture, presented by Mallory Howard! 

Quarterly Quilling 

Tuesday, January 27th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members

Come join Kristine Furguson in creating a personalized quilled snowflake. This program is appropriate for all skill levels. All supplies will be provided. Limited seats available. Pre-registration required.      

Wednesday, January 28th at 1 PM

Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members

This talented singer will be here to perform for us after our Birthday Luncheon! If you also want to join us for the Birthday Luncheon at 12 PM, you need to have a Form 5 on file with the Estuary, and also call in your reservation TO THEM at (860)388-1611 ext. 216, no later than Tuesday 1/27 by 11 AM (you can call many days in advance)