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• Canasta

  • Start
    26 Feb 2026
  •  
  • End
    17 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    43 sessions
  • Location
    Lapham Community Center

  

  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.

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• Health & Wellness Group -Back to Basics

  • When
    26 Feb 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Houlihan Lawrence, 161 Elm St., 2nd floor meeting room, New Canaan
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  Health & Wellness Group 

  Back to Basics!

  Thursday, February 26th , 2 - 3 pm

  Houlihan Lawrence, 161 Elm St., 2nd floor meeting room, New Canaan

  Space is limited, maximum 30, waitlist available

  Questions? Contact Laura Edmonds

  As we look ahead to the year ahead, this meeting will focus on simple, practical ways to support our well-being—mind, body, and spirit.
  

  What we’ll be doing together:

  • Gentle chair yoga (suitable for all levels)
  • A calming guided meditation
  • A roundtable discussion on the question: “What will keep us well in 2026?”

  This will be a relaxed, supportive space to move a little, breathe deeply, share ideas, and connect with one another.

  We hope you’ll join us as we slow down, reset, and reflect on what wellness means to each of us.

   We look forward to seeing you there!

  Laura Edmonds
  Rose Bauersfeld
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• FLAMAZING FEBRUARY FLAMINGLE - Flock to this flamboyant festivity!

  • When
    26 Feb 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The Marquis Lounge above the New Canaan Playhouse Movie Theater, New Canaan
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  FLAMAZING FEBRUARY FLAMINGLE - Flock to this flamboyant festivity! 

  

  Thursday, February 26th
  7:00pm - 9:00 pm

  Brighten up a winter evening by joining fellow Encore members for an after dinner gathering featuring cocktails, light bite snacks & desserts at The Marquis Lounge above the New Canaan Playhouse Movie Theater.

  This flamingo themed evening will be sure to evoke warm weather vibes with games, themed cocktails & decor to make your flamingling festive! (Standing on one leg is optional).
  
  Dress:  Pink is encouraged!  Be creative!!!

  Cost: $20 per person (no refund)
  Cash bar
  Guests welcome!

  Questions? Contact Irene Hendricks or Sam Loomis

  
  

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• Visit the 46th Annual Juried Photography Show Followed by Lunch at Waveny Bar & Grill

  • When
    27 Feb 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Avenue, New Canaan Waveny Park, New Canaan
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  Visit the 46th Annual Juried Photography Show

  Followed by Lunch at Waveny Bar & Grill

  Support local and regional artists, including our very own Encore Board member and photographer, Barbara O’Shea Strong, by visiting the 46th Annual Juried Photography Show at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan.

  This juried exhibition showcases an exceptional selection of photographs chosen by distinguished juror, Peter Kundhardt Jr, Executive Director of the Gordon Parks Foundation, from over 600 submissions. The result is a compelling collection — where photographers brilliantly captured unguarded moments showing the trust, humanity, and dignity of their subjects.

  After the show, we will enjoy lunch at The Waveny Tavern by PXK.

  Please join us for this perfect afternoon of culture and camaraderie!

  When and Where: Friday, February 27^th, 2026 (RSVP by 2/24)

  • 11:00am – Noon: The Carriage Barn Arts Center, Waveny Park, 681 South Avenue, New Canaan
  • 12:30pm – Lunch at Waveny Bar & Grill, 36 Pine Street, New Canaan

  Cost:  

  • No charge for the photography show, but any cash donation is appreciated.
  • Individual checks for lunch

  Cancellations: Please let us know by February 24th, if you need to cancel.

  Questions?

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

  
  

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• Critics Corner

  • When
    27 Feb 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    A member’s home
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    Critics Corner

  We will have our next Critics Corner meeting on Friday, February 27, at 7:00 PM, at Jill Ernst's home.

  Any questions or cancellation, please email Lorraine Jacobi. 

  The following two movies will be discussed and then rated:

  The Outfit (2022) : An American crime thriller about Leonard Burling an English tailor who used to craft suits on London’s world famous Sevile Row. After a personal tragedy he ended up in Chicago operating a small tailor ship in a rough part of town where he makes beautiful clothes for the only people around who can afford them: a family of vicious gangs.

  Can be seen on: Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies.

  The Outrun (2024): A British German drama film that follows Rona who, after living on the edge in London, attempts to come to terms with her troubled past. Hoping to heal she returns to the wild beauty of Scotland’s Orkney Islands where she grew up.

  Can be seen on: Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies, Fandango at Home.

  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.

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• History of New Canaan: An Illustrated Presentation

  • When
    3 Mar 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    New Canaan Library, Tate Conference Room
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  History of New Canaan: An Illustrated Presentation

  

  When: Tuesday, March 3rd, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
   Where: New Canaan Library, Tate Conference Room (upstairs)
  Cost: No Charge

  Keith Simpson, a 50-year resident of New Canaan, has a deep passion for our town and its rich history. As our country approaches the 250th anniversary of 1776, Keith will share how the Revolutionary War era—and other major events of the time—shaped life in our beautiful community.

  This illustrated talk on the history of New Canaan will focus on the period between 1640, when Norwalk and Stamford were first settled, and 1801, when New Canaan was officially incorporated as a town in the State of Connecticut. It will provide Encore members with a unique opportunity to gain fascinating insights into our town’s past and connect more deeply with its history.

  Please join us!  One guest per participant is welcome!

  Questions? Email Rose Bauersfeld

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• Mahjong

  • Start
    4 Mar 2026
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  • End
    30 Sep 2026
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  • Schedule
    31 sessions
  • Location
    Lapham Community Center

  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.

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• Matinee Movies

  • When
    4 Mar 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Lapham Community Center, Lounge (lower level)
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    Matinee Movies 

  We are excited to introduce a new daytime movie discussion group, Matinee Movies. Featuring the same two films discussed at Critics’ Corner and meeting about one week later, this group gives more members the flexibility to enjoy thoughtful movie discussions in a daytime setting.  

  We will be discussing 2 movies each month which you will watch prior to coming to the meeting. At the meeting, we will review and rate each movie.  Questions or cancellations please email Toni Tucker.

  • When: First Wednesday of each month
  • Date / Time: March 4, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Where: Lapham Community Center, Lounge (lower level)

  The following two movies will be discussed:

  The Outfit (2022) : An American crime thriller about Leonard Burling an English tailor who used to craft suits on London’s world famous Sevile Row. After a personal tragedy he ended up in Chicago operating a small tailor ship in a rough part of town where he makes beautiful clothes for the only people around who can afford them: a family of vicious gangs.

  Can be seen on: Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies.

  The Outrun (2024): A British German drama film that follows Rona who, after living on the edge in London, attempts to come to terms with her troubled past. Hoping to heal she returns to the wild beauty of Scotland’s Orkney Islands where she grew up.

  Can be seen on: Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies, Fandango at Home.

  Event Details:

  Coffee will be provided.
  Please bring a snack to share.
  

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• Health & Wellness Presents : Erasing Sun Damage & Rebuilding Tissues Naturally

  • When
    4 Mar 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    New Canaan Library, The Community Room (Downstairs)
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  Health & Wellness Group Presents:

  Erasing Sun Damage &

  Rebuilding Tissues Naturally

  By Merry Thornton, Physician Assistant
  and owner of Element Medical Aesthetics

  

  Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
  Time: 5:30 PM – 7 :00 PM
  Place: New Canaan Library
  The Community Room (Downstairs)
  Space is limited. There is no fee to attend

  Merry Thornton, physician assistant and owner of Element Medical Aesthetics, will discuss the latest regenerative treatments in aesthetic medicine. This talk will explore how today’s science-backed therapies support the body’s natural healing processes to improve skin quality, restore volume, and promote healthy aging. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of emerging treatments, what they actually do, and how to make informed choices in an increasingly crowded aesthetic landscape. Come with questions for this approachable and interactive talk.

  Merry Thornton is a board-certified Physician Assistant licensed in NY, NJ, and CT, with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Weill Cornell. Over the past decade, Merry has worked alongside leading dermatologists and plastic surgeons, earning extensive expertise in advanced medical aesthetics.

  She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business. Merry has served as an investigator on FDA clinical trials for Allergan, Merz, and Galderma and has been a medical speaker for Pfizer.

  Questions? Email Joanne Sullivan

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• Encore Pickleball Social

  • When
    8 Mar 2026
  •  
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    The Sport Haus, 129 Woodward Ave, Norwalk, CT

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  Encore Pickleball Social!

  Sunday, March 8, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

  The Sport Haus, 129 Woodward Ave, Norwalk, CT

  All levels welcome!  Fun open play will be organized! 
  Fee: $26 per person
  Please bring a nibble/appetizer/dessert to share
  Bar on premises, purchase drinks there

   If you are interested in either learning how to play Pickleball or fine tuning your Pickle skills before the social, please ask Samantha about ongoing pickle clinics

  Questions? Contact Samantha Loomis 

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• Hibachi night at Sakura in Westport

  • When
    10 Mar 2026
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    Sakura of Westport, 680 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880
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  Hibachi night at Sakura in Westport

  Join us for a fun night of hibachi. Hibachi offers an interactive dining experience featuring skilled chefs performing tricks—like onion volcanoes and knife skills—while cooking steak, chicken, seafood, and rice on a hot, flat-top grill.
  

  

  Questions?
  Please contact your Encore On the Go! Event Planner:
  Bianca Romano

  
  

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• Bridge Group

  • Start
    11 Mar 2026
  •  
  • End
    13 May 2026
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Lapham Center

  

  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.

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• EATS Luncheon

  • Start
    12 Mar 2026
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  • End
    12 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    Lapham Community Center

  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.

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• Bunco

  • When
    12 Mar 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Member's home
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  BUNCO TIME!!
  HURRAY! COME PLAY!

  
  

  THURSDAY, MARCH 12

  at 6:00pm

  At the home of Debbie Baran

  
  

  LAUGHTER! CAMARADERIE! That’s what ENCORE and BUNCO is all about! Bring your St. Patrick's Day luck! ☘️☘️☘️ Join us!

  Our Bunco evening is GREAT FUN! It’s 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. 

  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.

  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 if you need to cancel so a waitlisted member can attend. 

  Address details will follow with a confirmation email closer to date. THANK YOU, Debbie, for  hosting us!

  Any questions or cancellations, please contact Mary Liz Lewis

  
  

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• Powerhouse Theater - One Man, Two Guvnors

  • When
    13 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Powerhouse Theatre, Waveny Park, 679 South Ave, New Canaan
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  Powerhouse Theatre Event

  Join us for a trip to our local Powerhouse theater to see a production of One Man, Two Guvnors, on Friday, March 13, 7:30pm.

  $35 per seat. Those who would like can join up for a pre theatre dinner.

  A fast-paced, laugh-out-loud farce set in 1960s Brighton, England. The Tony Award winning ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS follows Francis Henshall, a down-on-his-luck man who finds himself working for two bosses at the same time – without either of them knowing. As he scrambles to keep up the act, comic chaos, confusion, and hilarious misunderstandings unfold. Packed with physical comedy, pratfalls, and quick wit, this modern take based on Goldoni’s masterpiece Servant of Two Masters is a wildly fun night at the theatre.

  Produced by: Nova Hall & Chris Cluett
  PRODUCTION TEAM
  Director: Nancy L. Meyer
  Stage Manager: Neil Flores
  

  CAST

  FRANCIS HENSHALL: Mat Young
  CHARLIE CLENCH: Timothy Huber
  PAULINE CLENCH: Kim Wood
  HARRIET DANGLE: Annalisa DiNucci
  ALAN DANGLE: Liam McGrath
  DOLLY: Martha Hegley
  LLOYD BOATENG: Jonathan Hall
  RACHEL CRABBE: Claire Kenny
  STANLEY STUBBERS: Tom Cleary
  GARETH and others: Eric Dino
  ALFIE and others: Grady Dennis
  TOWNSPERSON and others: Samantha Brown
  

  
  You are welcome to bring one guest

  For Cancellation or Questions, please contact Liz Orteig 

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• Curl Power! An Encore Learn to Curl Event

  • When
    24 Mar 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Ardsley Curling Club - 100 North Mountain Drive, Dobbs Ferry, NY
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  Curl Power!

  An Encore Learn to Curl Event

  

  Slide, Sweep, Laugh, Repeat!
  
  We know you cheered for Team USA’s Olympic curling team, but did you quietly whisper to yourself, “That doesn’t look so hard?” Well, now it’s our turn to get off the couch and onto the ice!
  
  Join us for Curl Power -- a fun, hands-on opportunity to try the sport everyone thinks is easier than it is! Once we step onto the ice, we will quickly discover that curling is part strategy, part balance, and part teamwork. It’s one of the fastest-growing winter sports in the U.S., and there’s no better way to appreciate it than to try it yourself.
  
  Come for our group curling lesson and on-site boxed lunch, stay for the laughs, and leave with a new appreciation for the skill behind every stone. You will leave saying, “Yes, curling truly IS a sport!”

  When:
  

  • Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 -- 10:30am to 1:30pm
  • See schedule below.

  Where:

  • Ardsley Curling Club - 100 North Mountain Drive, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10503 - located on the grounds of the Ardsley Country Club
  • Fun fact: Danny Casper, a member of Team USA’s 2026 Olympic team, started curling at the age of 11 at Ardsley Curling Club.

  What to Wear:

  Sweaters, gloves, comfortable pants, and sneakers. All equipment will be provided.

  Cost:  
  

  • $95.00 -- includes on-site boxed lunch (details to follow)
  • $5.00 -- cash for your driver (gas contribution)

  Schedule and Transportation:

  • 9:30am – Meet carpool at Waveny Park
  • 9:40am – Depart for Ardsley Curling Club
  • 10:15am – Arrive at Ardsley Curling Club
  • 10:30am – Curling Lesson Begins (NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED)
  • 12:30pm – Lunch on-site
  • 1:30pm – Depart
  •  ~2:15pm – Arrive at Waveny Park

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

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

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• A magical night in the wild with the wolves

  • When
    28 Mar 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Wolf Conservation Center, 7 Buck Run, South Salem, NY
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  A magical night in the wild with the wolves

  Come for the wolves. Stay for the howls. Leave with a deeper connection to one of nature’s most misunderstood and magnificent animals

  Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Wolf Conservation Center, 7 Buck Run, South Salem, NY, where you’ll take a short sunset hike to howl with with Ambassador wolves Nikai, Silas, and Kinari. With a bit of luck, you may also glimpse the Center’s critically endangered red wolves and Mexican wolves—an awe-inspiring experience. You’ll encounter wolves during their favorite time of day and learn why twilight is so important to pack life. As the sun sets, expert guides will share fascinating insights into the mythology, biology, and ecology of wolves, bringing their family dynamics and ancient stories to life.

  Please bring a flashlight for the walk back and wear comfortable shoes / sneakers.

  Event Details
  

  • Date: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
  • Fee: $21 per person ( no refunds unless there is waitlist)
  • Limited capacity to ensure an intimate experience
  • RSVP by Feb 26, 2026 (Thursday)
  • Optional post event dinner - 7:00 PM at Gates Restaurant (10 Forest St, New Canaan, CT). A group reservation has been secured.

  You are welcome to bring one guest

  For Questions, please contact Shean-Mei Sheu

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• Encore Book Group

  • When
    30 Mar 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Lapham Downstairs
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  Encore Book Group

  The March meeting of the Encore Book Group will be held at 1:30, Monday, March 30, 2026, downstairs at Lapham.  We will be discussing "The Widow" by John Grisham, a #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.

  John Grisham is the acclaimed master of the legal thriller. Now, he’s back with his first-ever whodunit, even more suspenseful than his courtroom dramas, as a small-time lawyer accused of murder races to find the real killer to clear his name.

  Simon Latch is a lawyer in rural Virginia, making just enough to pay his bills while his marriage slowly falls apart. Then, into his office walks Eleanor Barnett, an elderly widow in need of a new will. Apparently, her husband left her a substantial fortune, and no one is aware of it.  Once he hooks the richest client of his career, Simon works quietly to keep her wealth under the radar. But soon her story begins to crack. When she is hospitalized after a car accident, Simon realizes that nothing is as it seems, and he finds himself on trial for a crime he swears he didn’t commit: murder.  Simon knows he’s innocent. But he also knows the circumstantial evidence is against him, and he could spend the rest of his life behind bars. To save himself, he must find the real killer….

  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. 

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• Pickleball

  • Start
    1 Apr 2026
  •  
  • End
    30 Dec 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    40 sessions
  • Location
    Mead Park, New Canaan

  

  Encore Pickleball

  (resume in Spring 2026)

  @ Mead Park Courts, New Canaan

  
  

  Courts reserved 10am to 11:30am

  with an organized random rotation

  
  

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

  
  

  Prior to play, you must purchase a Pickleball Permit (seniors $80, adults $140, family $300) at the New Canaan Recreation Department. 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 the group, Encore Pickleball is on the TeamReach App

  
  For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center

  • When
    9 Apr 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Keeler Tavern, 152 Main Street, Ridgefield CT 06877
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  Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center

  

  Details

  • Thursday, April 9, 10 AM. We will Meet at the Visitors Center.
  • $15 per person for the tour. One guest is allowed per person.
  • No car pool for this local event. There is plenty of parking at the museum.
  • Post museum optional Lunch at Tequila Escape (Mexican restaurant).  439 Main Street, (located in the same Plaza as CVS), Ridgefield. 
  • Please register by April 3.  No cancellations.

  Visit the Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center and explore a place that has served as a colonial tavern, stagecoach stop, post office, and private home over its 300-year history.

  You can stand inches from a British cannonball still lodged in the wall from the 1777 Battle of Ridgefield and discover the stories hidden inside this remarkable building. Sign up for a tour and experience Connecticut history where it truly happened.

  The tour also included access to the Cass Gilbert designed walled garden and our history workshop exhibit in the Carriage Barn.

   Questions? Contact  Sara van der Voort

  
  

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• Cherry Blossoms & Kiting Fun at Mill River Park

  • When
    10 Apr 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Mill River Park, 1010 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT
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  Cherry Blossoms & Kiting Fun at Mill River Park

  Friday, April 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM
  Mill River Park, Stamford

  Please note: The event date is weather-dependent and may be adjusted based on cherry blossom timing.
  

  Let’s welcome the Spring at Mill River Park and wrap our friendships in soft pink petals during the annual cherry blossom bloom.

  Join us for a leisurely walk and gathering beneath the park’s stunning more than 100 cherry trees, where Yoshino and Kwanzan varieties typically burst into  spectacular bloom in Early April. These iconic trees, known for their delicate pink and white blossoms, have become a cherished symbol of renewal, beauty, and community.

  Mill River Park’s 28+ acres offer plenty to enjoy, including the Great Lawn, a wide-open green space that’s perfect for kite flying. Spring breezes are often best in the late morning, making it a wonderful time to watch colorful kites dance against a backdrop of blooming cherry trees, in the carousel area. Kites will be provided by the club, to share among the group.

  Brief History of the Cherry Tree Grove

  Mill River Park’s cherry trees were a gift from Junzo Nojima, a Japanese immigrant who moved to Stamford in 1926. After local residents supported him following World War II vandalism of his restaurant, he donated over 100 cherry blossom trees as a symbol of gratitude and renewal. Cuttings from the original trees were later grown into 28 new trees, preserving his legacy today.

  ️ Optional Post-Event Lunch at Villa Italia across from Park.  View Menu here (26 Mill River St, Stamford), conveniently located right across the street. 

  For Questions, please contact Shean-Mei Sheu

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• Let’s Walk: Daffodil Spectacular at Irwin Park

  • When
    14 Apr 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Irwin Park, 848 Weed Street, New Canaan
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  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

  We’re kicking off our 2026 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

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• Health & Wellness Presents : Vital Ventures

  • When
    14 Apr 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    New Canaan Library, The Community Room (Downstairs)
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  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

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• Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour - Round 3

  • When
    16 Apr 2026
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    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Meet @ Waveny Park for Carpool (10-10:15am)
  • Spaces left
    5

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  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 Cappetella Bartels (Tina!)

  
  

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• Let's Walk, Lee Garden Tour & Potluck Delight

  • When
    11 May 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Irwin Park, 848 Weed Street, New Canaan
  • Spaces left
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  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

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