Encore Club of New Canaan upcoming events

Peggy’s Trail Trekkers Advanced Hikes (13 Apr 2026)

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Peggy's Trail Trekkers Advanced Hikes

Ready for Spring 2026 with our

first hike at Devil’s Den Preserve!

Monday, April 13th

Godfrey Trail Loop

Meet at 9am sharp @ 33 Pent Road, Weston

Let's get outside and work on our agility and endurance with this supportive group of trekkers. Bring tick spray, water and hiking poles if you like. Wearing ankle hiking boots is optimal - trails can be muddy, hilly and very rocky.

Click the Register, then confirm button to sign up.

Registration Limit, Waitlist Available

Please text Peggy ASAP if you sign up but cannot make it!

Questions? Contact Peggy at peggydemayo@gmail.com or

text her at 203-984-9182

*If you are looking for a less difficult hike, check out “Liz’s Hikes“ on the Encore website.

Let’s Walk: Daffodil Spectacular at Irwin Park (14 Apr 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Let’s Walk: Daffodil Spectacular at Irwin Park

Spring 2026 Kickoff Walk & Potluck Brunch

Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Irwin Park, 848 Weed Street, New Canaan
Optional: Potluck Brunch at Shean-Mei Sheu’s home following the walk

Important Note on Potluck Capacity:
Due to space, the potluck is limited to the first 24 people who sign up. If the potluck fills up, we still encourage you to join the waitlist—waitlisted members are more than welcome to join us for the walk at Irwin Park!

We’re kicking off our 2026 "Lets Walk" season with one of New Canaan’s most beautiful spring spectaculars — the glorious daffodils at Irwin Park. Join us for a refreshing morning walk as we enjoy rolling landscapes, blooming flowers, and the company of friends.

After the walk, everyone is invited to continue the fun with a potluck brunch at Shean-Mei’s home. If you’d like to participate, please bring a simple dish to share.

Let’s celebrate spring, friendship, and the joy of walking together!

Questions, please contact : Shean-Mei Sheu

Health & Wellness Presents : Vital Ventures (14 Apr 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Health & Wellness Group Presents:

Vital Ventures

A company built for active adults who refuse to accept
conventional wisdom about aging
by Libby Harrington

Come listen and be inspired!

Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM

Place: New Canaan Library

The Community Room (Downstairs)

Space is limited. There is no fee to attend

Libby will share her story of starting an Adventure Travel Company.

Passionate about longevity, data-informed wellness and creating community around shared values rather than shared demographics. Libby’s adventures are both local and exotic.

Vital’s 2026 Adventures include Costa Rica surf and yoga, Alaska’s Keani Peninsula and a trek through Italy’s Dolomites.

No charge to attend.

Questions? Email Rose Bauersfeld

Bunco (14 Apr 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

BUNCO TIME!!

SPRING TIME!

LAUGH TIME!

Tuesday, April 14 @ 6:00pm

At the home of Ellen Cummings

Let’s spring into Spring with Bunco friends! CHANCE may be involved with the throw of the dice, but there is not a CHANCE that you won’t have fun! Trust me!

LAUGHTER! CAMARADERIE! That’s what ENCORE and BUNCO is all about! Let’s herald Spring as we herald the luck we have to be Encore members and share good times together!

Our Bunco evening is a mingle, mingle cocktail PARTY with a sort of “speed dating” format! We all mingle, then we break into small groups for the dice throwing, come back together for more mingling, and onward the evening goes! No skill, no strategy is required to play the game, just a spirit of FUN! New guests come every month to give those dice a toss, and mix with the crowd. Join us!

Besides your fun-loving spirit, please bring an appetizer, dessert, or bottle of wine. You will be contacted about your particular choice. Non-alcoholic beverages are available. The cost is $10 for the Bunco pot, plus $3 (dollar bills) for the dollar game. Fee payable at event.

PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY, BEFORE FULL, AND SIGN UP ON THE WAITLIST IF IT IS FULL! PLEASE VIEW YOUR REGISTRATION AS A COMMITMENT. THANKS.

IF YOU ARE ON THE WAITLIST, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR EVENING OPEN IN CASE A SPOT BECOMES AVAILABLE. IT HAPPENS!!

We need tables of four to play, so please do your best not to cancel the day of event. Let me know as soon as possible should you need to cancel, so a waitlisted member can attend. Address details will follow with a confirmation email closer to date.
Any questions or cancellations please contact Mary Liz Lewis.

Pickleball (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Prior to play, you must purchase a Mead Park Pickleball Membership (seniors $80, adults $160, family $300) at the New Canaan Recreation Department. Go to https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx and select Membership.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:15:00 GMT

This group was created for social bridge players of intermediate level to have fun practicing and improving their skills while enjoying the company of other ladies who are there to do the same thing. We are a fun-loving group and welcome players to be members of a set group or as substitutes. We play bridge on the second Wednesday of the month from September through May starting at 9:15 at the Lapham Community Center.

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Write with Encore (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Write with Encore

If you like to write but need a little nudge to get started you may want to join a self-directed, welcoming group of writers who will meet monthly to share an essay, memoir, poem or short story they have written (within 2 pages). The participants will read their piece to their peers who will provide gentle feedback in this friendly environment. No formal instruction will be involved.

Warm-ups, prompts and in-class ice-breakers will be provided from time to time.

The group is limited to ten participants and the first meeting will be on

Wednesday April 15 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Small conference room near the kitchen, Lapham Community Center

For further information, please contact Barbara Mckay

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour - Round 3 (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour - Round 3

This round is reserved for members who have not yet experienced The Mauro Tour, so we can welcome new faces to Arthur Avenue!

For those who’ve never been, but have always dreamed of going to Arthur Avenue, yet don't know where to go... this intimate, introductory Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour is for you!

Arthur Avenue?

Arthur Avenue is one of New York City's most storied and delicious neighborhoods. It's known as the "real Little Italy" of the Bronx and is home to generations of bakers, butchers, pasta makers, and restaurateurs who’ve kept authentic Italian traditions alive.

The Mauro Tour?

Mauro was the father of our very own Encore member Christina Cappitella Bartels. For decades, Christina's dad took his children, relatives, and friends on an annual tour of Arthur Avenue. His tour! His way! His favorite spots! No detours! No side-excursions! No negotiation! :) Christina has generously offered to continue her dad's tradition by bringing "The Mauro Tour" to Encore! This introductory tour is your chance to experience the flavors, the history, and the atmosphere that make Arthur Avenue so special. It's perfect for those who have never been to Arthur Avenue and don't know how to get started.

Details:

Date: Thursday, April 16
Schedule: Meet at Waveny Park at 10am. Depart at 10:15am sharp. Visit Arthur Avenue from approximately 11:15am - 1:30pm. Return to Waveny Park at ~ 2:45pm.
Cost: Pay as you explore Arthur Avenue (pizza, cannoli, drinks, etc.) PLUS $5.00 cash for your driver (gas contribution)
Limited to 8 people -- however, if there is additional interest, Christina has offered to do The Mauro Tour more than once, so we will have a waiting list with a future date TBD.
Transportation: Carpool ONLY (Sue Greenan and Tina Bartels are volunteer drivers)
Note: Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes. There will be plenty of walking and standing (!) while we are on Arthur Avenue.

The Encore On the Go! team can’t wait to share a taste of Arthur Avenue with you!

For Questions? Contact Christina Cappitella Bartels (Tina!)

Canasta (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Travel Trends & Tips for 2026 (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Travel Trends & Tips for 2026

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 5:00 PM
New Canaan Library, Community Room
Encore Members and Guests Welcome
Free

Join us for an engaging discussion with Sara Parent and Stefanie Desai, Luxury Travel Advisors with Monogram Travel Collective, about the latest travel trends, emerging destinations, and smart ways to get the most out of your trips. Learn practical tips to make planning easier, save time, and stretch your travel budget.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your travel planning skills and get inspired for your next journey!

Questions? Contact Rose Bauersfeld

Face to Face: An Afternoon Portrait Painting Party (17 Apr 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Face to Face: An Afternoon Portrait Painting Party

Grab a seat and get ready for a laugh-out-loud portrait swap—you paint the portrait of the person sitting across from you, and they paint yours! Absolutely no experience needed (in fact, the less experience, the more fun!). Expect bold colors, goofy masterpieces, and a seriously fun time!

Space is limited, so please check your calendars before registering.

Questions?
Please contact your Encore On the Go! Event Planners:
Sue Greenan and Tapleigh Jensen

Encore Local Theater Group (17 Apr 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Encore Local Theater Group

Please join us on Friday April 17, 2026 at the Westport Community Theater, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport, CT 06880 – (Westport Town Hall) to see

THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY

April 17, 2026

by Jones Hope Wooten. Four unique Southern women — an unemployed workaholic, a lonely widow, a boisterous good ol’ gal, and a life coach, new in town — are drawn together by Fate and an impromptu happy hour, where they decide to reclaim their enthusiasm for life. A surprisingly joyful and touching comedy by the writing team of Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten. Directed by Lynne Colatrella.

Show starts at 7:30

Tickets $21

Optional 5:45 PM dinner meetup - Rizutto's Oyster Bar, 540 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT 06880.

Please register by April 1. No cancellations or refunds after that date.

Guests are limited to one per Encore member.

For Cancellation or Questions, please contact Barbara Mckay

Pickleball (22 Apr 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (22 Apr 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (22 Apr 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (23 Apr 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Critics Corner (24 Apr 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Critics Corner

We will have our next Critics Corner meeting on Friday, April 24th, at 7:00 PM, at the home of Joan Rosenthal.

Any questions or cancellation, please email Lorraine Jacobi.

The following two movies will be discussed and then rated:

The Big Lebowski: A 1998 crime, comedy film written, directed, produced and co-edited by Joel and Ethan Coen, and starring Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julieanne Moore, Steve Buscemi, and John Turturro. It follows the life of Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski, a Los Angeles slacker and avid bowler who is assaulted as a result of mistaken identity, then learns that a millionaire who shares the same name was the intended victim.

Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Sling TV, You Tube, Goggle Play Movies, Apple TV, Fandango at Home

Hamnet: A 2025 historical drama film directed by Chloe Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O’Farrell based on the 2020 novel by O'Farrell. The film dramatises the life of William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes who celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. However, when tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies at a young age, it inspires Shakespeare to write his timeless masterpiece Hamlet.

Can Be Seen On: Peacock, Prime Video and Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Google Play

Event Details:

Each member is asked to bring either an appetizer or dessert.
A $5 contribution per person will be collected to cover the cost of drinks.

Peggy’s Trail Trekkers Advanced Hikers (27 Apr 2026)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Peggy's Trail Trekkers Advanced Hikes

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, NY!

Monday, April 27th @ 9am sharp

Meet at the Michigan Road parking lot (inside the preserve).

We will do 5 miles on two loops with a nice vista view.

Click the Register, then confirm button to sign up.

Registration Limit, Waitlist Available

Please text Peggy ASAP if you sign up but cannot make it!

Questions? Contact Peggy at peggydemayo@gmail.com or

text her at 203-984-9182

*If you are looking for a less difficult hike, check out “Liz’s Hikes“ on the Encore website.

PEZ (27 Apr 2026)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:15:00 GMT

Remember growing up with PEZ dispensers? We all do!

Come see Popeye (1958), Snoopy, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Star Wars, and all your favorites at the PEZ Visitor Center in Orange, CT, just a 35 minute drive from Waveny Park!

Over 4,000 square feet dedicated to all things PEZ – starting with the largest, most comprehensive collection of PEZ memorabilia on public display in the world, an interactive historical timeline, and much more. Learn about the brand that has been inspiring and innovating since 1927!

When:

Monday, April 27, 2026 - see schedule below

Where:

PEZ Visitor Center, 35 Prindle Hill Road, Orange, CT
Optional lunch at Stonebridge Restaurant, 50 Daniel Street, Milford, CT

Cost:

PEZ Visitor Center: $4.00 (NO REFUNDS) - with your paid admission you will receive a $2.00 credit good toward any merchandise purchase
Lunch: Individual checks

Schedule and Transportation:

10:15am – Meet carpool at Waveny Park (option: drive yourself and meet us there)
10:25am SHARP – Depart for the PEZ Visitor Center
11:00am – Arrive at PEZ Visitor Center for a self-guided visit
Noon – Depart for Lunch
12:15pm – Lunch at Stonebridge Restaurant
~1:45pm – Depart for Waveny Park

Cancellations:

If you are unable to attend, kindly let us know no later than Wednesday, April 23 rd so that we can adjust the carpool and lunch reservation.

Questions? Please contact your Encore On the Go! Event Planner: Sue Greenan

Encore Book Group (27 Apr 2026)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Book Group

The April meeting of the Encore Book Group will be held at 1:30, Monday, April 27, 2026, downstairs at Lapham. We will be discussing "The Boyfriend" by Frieda McFadden. A Psychological Thriller.

She's looking for the perfect man. He's looking for the perfect victim.

Sydney Shaw, like every single woman in New York, has terrible luck with dating. She’s seen it all: men who lie in their dating profile, men who stick her with the dinner bill, and worst of all, men who can't shut up about their mothers. But finally, she hits the jackpot.

Her new boyfriend is utterly perfect. He's charming, handsome, and works as a doctor at a local hospital. Sydney is swept off her feet.

Then the brutal murder of a young woman―the latest in a string of deaths across the coast―confounds police. The primary suspect? A mystery man who dates his victims before he kills them.

Sydney should feel safe. After all, she is dating the guy of her dreams. But she can’t shake her own suspicions that the perfect man may not be as perfect as he seems. Because someone is watching her every move, and if she doesn’t get to the truth, she’ll be the killer’s next victim...

There is always a lively discussion. You can contact Anne Sutcliffe. If you get on the email list, you can be alerted to any changes in the schedule or venue and book availability.

Hiking with Liz (28 Apr 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Bennet's Pond Hike

On Tuesday, April 28, we will be going to the Bennett’s Pond State Park in Ridgefield, CT.

This will be a moderate hike, 2 hours. Please remember good hiking shoes and snacks and water. We will be meeting at 9:30 AM in the parking lot at 550-698 Bennett’s Farm Road in Ridgefield

There will be an optional lunch afterwards.

Any questions or cancellation, please email Liz Orteig.

Pickleball (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (30 Apr 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Powerhouse Theater - The Father (1 May 2026)

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Powerhouse Theatre Event - The Father

Friday, May 1, 7:30pm

Join us for a trip to our local Powerhouse theater to see a production of The Father.

Ticket Price: $35.
Those who would like can join up for a pre theatre dinner.

THE FATHER is a psychologically immersive play that uniquely puts the audience in the position of the main character, allowing us to experience his confusion as if it were our own. We never know what's true or real.

Told with humor and empathy, and by shrewd manipulation, audiences are treated to a heart-wrenching glimpse of the despair of memory loss. NOT TO BE MISSED!

THE FATHER (Le Père) is the winner of the 2014 Molière Award for Best Play. The Molières are considered France’s highest theatrical honour. THE FATHER premiered on Broadway in 2016 with Frank Langella winning the TONY AWARD for BEST ACTOR, and was transferred to screen with Anthony Hopkins winning the BEST ACTOR OSCAR for his performance.

Florian Zeller, the author of this intriguing and compelling black comedy, has been hailed as “one of the hottest literary talents in France” (Independent).

You are welcome to bring one guest

For Cancellation or Questions, please contact Liz Orteig

Pickleball (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Lunch

Gazpacho soup, Mediterranean salad, chicken paillard, and dessert, with tea, lemonade, coffee.
Can accommodate dietary restrictions—including vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and dietary allergies.

For questions, please contact Rose Bauersfeld

Cancellations and refunds can only be honored until April 28th.

Mahjong (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Ladies Night Out at The Playhouse: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:45:00 GMT

Ladies Night Out at The Playhouse:

The Devil Wears Prada 2

Get ready for a fun night out as we dive back into the high-gloss, high-stakes world of The Devil Wears Prada 2! Once again, we’re transported behind the scenes of fashion, ambition, and unforgettable style, where sharp wit, power plays, and couture reign supreme. This highly anticipated sequel revisits beloved characters while exploring how careers, friendships, and self-confidence evolve with time—and heels.

Perfect for a Ladies Night Out, this film promises plenty of laughs, a little drama, and lots of fashion envy. So grab a glass of wine, slip on your most stylish shoes, and settle in for a glamorous escape that celebrates friendship, resilience, and the joy of indulging in a movie that’s as smart as it is chic. ✨

When and Where: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

6:45pm – Happy Hour – Join us for drinks before the show at The Pub at The Playhouse
7:30pm – The Devil Wears Prada 2 at The Playhouse

Cost:

$14.50 – Movie Ticket
Food and Drinks - individual purchase

Cancellations: No cancellations unless someone joins from the waiting list.

Questions?

Please contact Encore On-the-Go! Event Planner : Sue Greenan

Let's Walk, Lee Garden Tour & Potluck Delight (11 May 2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Let's Walk, Lee Garden Tour & Potluck Delight

Irwin Park Walk + Lee Garden Tour + Lunch with Friends

When: Monday, May 11, 10:30 AM

Starting Point: Irwin Park, 848 Weed Street, New Canaan

Garden Location: Lee Garden, 89 Chichester Road, New Canaan

Parking at Lee Garden: Street parking on Toquam or Myanos Road (right next to the garden)

Optional: Potluck Lunch at Ellen Cumming’s home

Celebrate spring with a beautiful morning of walking, flowers, and friendship!

We’ll begin with a scenic 2–3 mile walk at Irwin Park. Afterward, we’ll drive (can carpool) about one mile (3 minutes) to Lee Garden, where a member of the Beautification League will lead us on a guided tour and share the fascinating history of New Canaan’s treasured garden—at the height of its bloom.

Following the tour, those who wish can join a relaxed potluck lunch at Ellen Cumming’s home, just a short walk from the garden. If you plan to attend the lunch, please bring a dish and drop it off at Ellen’s on your way to Lee Garden by 11:20 AM.

Enjoy fresh air, vibrant blossoms, and great company—what better way to welcome spring?

Questions, please contact : Shean-Mei Sheu

Pickleball (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

EATS Luncheon (14 May 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

EATS (The Eating and Tasting Society) is a fun, diverse group of 36 ladies, divided into 3 groups. Each group gets together every three months, to plan and prepare a lunch for all the members. Luncheons are usually held at Lapham Community Center. Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. There are 9 luncheons each year on the second Thursday of each month (except December, July and August). Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Deborah Golden.

Canasta (14 May 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Book Group (18 May 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Book Group

The May meeting of the Encore Book Group will be held at 1:30, Monday, May 18, 2026, downstairs at Lapham. We will be discussing "I See You've Called in Dead" by John Kenney.

Razor-sharp, darkly comedic, and emotionally piercing. With the satirical bite of Richard Russo’s Straight Man, the introspection of Fredrik Backman’s A Man Called Ove, and the reinvention of Andrew Sean Greer's Less, Kenney’s vivid prose transforms the mundane into unexpected hilarity.

Obituary writer Bud Stanley isn’t really living his best life. He’s fallen into a funk after a divorce. (She left him for another man, who, in fairness, was far more interesting.) He’s not doing his job well. He’s given up on dating. And he’s about to be fired for accidentally publishing his own obituary one mildly drunken night (though technically the company can’t legally fire a dead person).

As Bud awaits his fate at work, he does the only logical thing: He goes to the wakes and funerals of total strangers to learn how to live again.

There is always a lively discussion. You can contact Anne Sutcliffe. If you get on the email list, you can be alerted to any changes in the schedule or venue and book availability.

Pickleball (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Write with Encore (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Write with Encore

Warm-ups, prompts and in-class ice-breakers will be provided from time to time.

The group is limited to ten participants and the first meeting will be on

Wednesday April 15 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Small conference room near the kitchen, Lapham Community Center

For further information, please contact Barbara Mckay

Canasta (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Bridge Group (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Mahjong (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Peonies! (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Peonies!

Cricket Hill Garden
670 Walnut Hill, Thomaston, CT
Thursday, May 28
10 AM tour

We are planning a visit to the Cricket Hill Garden in Thomaston, CT, a plant nursery and garden that specializes in both tree peonies and herbaceous peonies. We will get a one hour guided tour of the gardens by the owners, and then we will be able to walk a bit on the property. Afterwards, we can go to lunch.

We will be carpooling for this event, meeting at 8:30 AM. Meet at Waveny, parking lot in front of the main house. Passengers contribute $5 to the driver.

These spectacular flowers have a short season, and we are planning to go there at their peak of bloom.

Any questions, contact Liz Orteig

Canasta (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (3 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (3 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (4 Jun 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

EATS Luncheon (11 Jun 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Deborah Golden.

Canasta (11 Jun 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Write with Encore (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Write with Encore

Warm-ups, prompts and in-class ice-breakers will be provided from time to time.

The group is limited to ten participants and the first meeting will be on

Wednesday April 15 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Small conference room near the kitchen, Lapham Community Center

For further information, please contact Barbara Mckay

Canasta (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (25 Jun 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (1 Jul 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (1 Jul 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (2 Jul 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (8 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (8 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (9 Jul 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Mahjong (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Encore Mahjong group will meet on Wednesdays from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Lapham Community Center.

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Write with Encore (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Write with Encore

Warm-ups, prompts and in-class ice-breakers will be provided from time to time.

The group is limited to ten participants and the first meeting will be on

Wednesday April 15 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Small conference room near the kitchen, Lapham Community Center

For further information, please contact Barbara Mckay

Canasta (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (29 Jul 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (30 Jul 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (5 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (6 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Write with Encore (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Write with Encore

Warm-ups, prompts and in-class ice-breakers will be provided from time to time.

The group is limited to ten participants and the first meeting will be on

Wednesday April 15 from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Location: Small conference room near the kitchen, Lapham Community Center

For further information, please contact Barbara Mckay

Canasta (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (26 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (2 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (3 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (9 Sep 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

EATS Luncheon (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Deborah Golden.

Canasta (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (7 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

EATS Luncheon (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Deborah Golden.

Canasta (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Pickleball (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Encore Pickleball

Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Courts reserved 9:00am - 10:30am

with an organized random rotation

The group plays at an intermediate level. Beginner classes are available through the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

Permits are only available to New Canaan Residents. Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (group is Encore Intermediate).

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Canasta (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (5 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

EATS Luncheon (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Deborah Golden.

Canasta (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (26 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (10 Dec 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.

Canasta (17 Dec 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Encore Canasta group meets on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 at Lapham Community Center. You must already know how to play.

The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list please email Geri Rhoades.