December Doings at the Senior Center
by Mary Recchia, Activities Coordinator

From all your friends at the Charlotte Senior Center, we wish you a very Happy Holiday Season! The Center will be closed from December 24 through January 4 and will reopen on Monday, January 5, with a full array of new offerings to complement the more familiar ones. Our glorious Monday Munch and Senior Luncheons resume on January 5 and January 7, respectively.
A special thank you to Charlotte Knits! for making lovely creations to add to the Holiday Food Shelf baskets with a few left over for our friends at COTS.
Looking for a unique gift idea? Consider a class at the Senior Center or a donation to the Annual Fund. You will find a full description of the courses mentioned here in the printed schedule located in the foyer by the host desk or you can visit charlottevt.org. Click on Town Resources/Senior Center to view these online.
CHI KUNG - For Balance, Stress Relief and Revitalized Health with Susan Baldwin on Thursday afternoons from 2 to 3 p.m. Dates: 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/19. These slow, gentle, joint-safe movements are especially appropriate for seniors. Reduce stress and pain using this simple, centuries-old Chinese technique. Registration necessary. Course fee: $42.
CHAIR YOGA with Tiny Sikkes on Mondays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Dates: January 12, 19, 26. Using chairs for balance and for all seated postures, this class makes yoga accessible to those who are challenged by balance, the ability to come to the floor or any physical limitations. The January 12 class will be open to all who would like to give it a try. Registration necessary. Fee: $30.
CREATING A SLIDE SHOW OF YOUR TRAVELS with Dale Hyerstay on Wednesday afternoons in January from 1 to 3 p.m. Dates: 1/14, 1/21, 1/28. You just went on this fantastic trip – now you want to make an amazing presentation to share. Dale will walk you through the steps of preparing your photos with Apple’s powerful presentation software to help tell your story effectively and dramatically. Registration required. No fee.
GENTLEMAN’S EATERY with Mahlon Haines on Thursday mornings from 7 to 10 a.m. every other week, starting January 15. Whether you’re single, want to upgrade your skills or maybe never thought you’d need to learn to cook, here’s a chance to experience the joys and practicalities of cooking while having fun at the same time! Come check it out at our Kick-Off Breakfast with a menu of pancakes with maple syrup, sausage, juice and coffee. Registration required. Suggested donation: $5 to cover the cost of food.
THE ART OF INDIAN COOKING with Gopi Advani on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. Dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5. Learn the art of Indian cooking and add some spice to your life! For folks who have taken classes previously, Gopi plans to add lunch and brunch menus to her cooking lessons during this session. Registration necessary. Maximum 10. Fee: $15 per lesson includes all materials.
CHASE THE BLUES AWAY with Samuel Lurion Friday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on January 16, 23 and 30. Are the winter blues getting you down? Are long nights and short days keeping you from connecting with other people? Learn how to use the power of your mind to reduce stress and feel happier, healthier and more vibrant. Registration required. Fee: $10 per class or $25 for all 3.