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• Friendly Summer Tennis

  • When
    14 Oct 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Mead Park Courts, New Canaan

  Encore’s Friendly Summer Tennis

  It’s time to get ready for another season of Encore’s Friendly Summer Tennis!

  If you are interested in playing this summer, please email Carolyn Prazenka to be added to the weekly game scheduling list.

  Encore’s Summer Tennis is for intermediate/advanced players interested in playing social tennis.

  Games will be scheduled from 9:00–10:30 AM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at Mead Park Tennis Courts (starting late May).

  Each week, you will receive an email inviting you to sign up for the days you'd like to play based on your schedule and availability.

  Tennis Permits must be purchased through the New Canaan Recreation Department prior to play:

  • Resident Seniors: $80
  • Resident Adults: $140
  • Non-Residents: $250

  Or, you may pay a $15 guest fee each time you play—permits are encouraged.

  If you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Prazenka or Tracy Potter.

  
  

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• Pickleball

  • Start
    15 Oct 2025
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  • End
    31 Dec 2025
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Mead Park, New Canaan

  

  Encore Pickleball

  
  

  @ Mead Park Courts, New Canaan

  
  

  Courts reserved from 9am to 11am

  with an organized random rotation from 9:00am to 10:30am

  
  

  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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• Prospective and All Member Meet Up

  • When
    15 Oct 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Waveny House, 677 South Avenue, New Canaan
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  Prospective and All Members Meet Up

  Have you heard? We are the fun club!

  Come see for yourself!!

  Wednesday, October 15th, 1 - 3 PM

  Waveny House, New Canaan

  New to Encore? Perhaps you are a cherished long-time member? Maybe you have a friend who's curious about joining Encore? This is the perfect opportunity to mingle and learn more about our fabulous social club! Bring a friend, meet the Encore Board, and explore all our groups have to offer. Catch up with old friends, welcome new faces, and experience the warm camaraderie of Encore. 

  Light Fare and Refreshments will be served.

  There is no charge to attend this event.

  Questions? Contact Rose Bauersfeld.

  
  

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• Peggy’s Trail Trekkers Advanced Hikes

  • When
    16 Oct 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Saugatuck Falls, Parking @ 486 Redding Road, Redding CT
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  Peggy's "Trail Trekkers" Advanced Hikes

  Saugatuck Falls Natural Area, Redding

  Thursday, October 16th

  
  

  Meet at 9am Sharp @ parking lot of John Read Middle School  (486 Redding Road, Redding). Please park on the side away from the school facing the road.

  Get outside with us on a fast paced hike that will raise your heart rate and work on your agility. Plan on hills and rocky terrain. We will hike the Falls trail and Hardwood trail loop- the trail will become very rocky and we will have to climb up some rocks near the falls so please wear hiking boots/shoes (not sneakers).

  Remember tick spray and water! Optional light breakfast after the hike. 

  
  

  Click the Register, then confirm button to sign up.

  Registration Limit, Waitlist Available 

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

  
  

  Questions? Contact Peggy at peggydemayo@gmail.com or

  text her at 203-984-9182

  (Next hike Thursday October 30th)
  *If you are looking for a less difficult hike, check out “Liz’s Hikes“ on the Encore website.

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• Canasta

  • Start
    16 Oct 2025
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  • End
    1 Jan 2026
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  • Schedule
    12 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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• Powerhouse Theater - Witch

  • When
    17 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Powerhouse Theatre, Waveny Park, 679 South Ave, New Canaan
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   Friday, October 17, 2025, 7:30pm
             Ticket $35 

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

  Those who would like can join up for a pre theatre dinner.

  A charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth should be his easiest target, having been labeled a "witch" and cast out by the town, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince her - and then returns again - unexpected passions flare, alliances are formed, and the village is forever changed. An inventive retelling of a Jacobean drama, this sharp, subversive fable debates how much our souls are worth when hope is hard to come by.

  You are welcome to bring one guest

  For Cancellation or Questions, please contact Liz Orteig 

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• Welcome Back Fall Luncheon

  • When
    21 Oct 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    The Waveny, 36 Pine Street, New Canaan
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  Welcome Back Fall Luncheon 

   &

  Fall Fashion by J. Crew

  Tuesday October 21st, 11:30 AM

  The Waveny Bar & Grill, 36 Pine Street, New Canaan

  MENU

  Cash Bar from 11:30-12pm

  Salad served individually - Greek Salad - romaine, mesclun, cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, feta, red wine oregano vinaigrette, pepperoncini

  ^{Wine: One glass of Red or White included}

  Choice of Entree:
  ● Salmon - Atlantic salmon, broccolini, beets, parsley gremolata
  ● Chicken Picatta - chicken breast, white wine lemon sauce, capers, parsley, over mashed potatoes and spinach
  ● Gnocchi Bolognese - homemade potato gnocchi with bolognese sauce, parmesan cheese

  Choice of Dessert: Chocolate Cake, Cheesecake, Red Velvet Cake

  Coffee/Tea included (espresso/cappuccino would be extra)

  $40 per member, Guests $45

  Please register by Tuesday, October 14, no exceptions, refunds or cancellations after this date.

  Questions or restrictions? Email Meera Kapur or Kathy McGoldrick 

  
  

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• Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour

  • When
    23 Oct 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Meet @ Waveny Park for Carpool (10-10:15am)
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  Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour  

  

  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, October 23rd.
  • 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 (2 cars of 4 people each)
  • 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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• Critics Corner

  • When
    24 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    A member’s home
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    Critics Corner

  We will have our next Critics Corner meeting on Friday, October 24, at 7:00 PM, at Jeanette Glazer.'s home.

  Any questions or cancellation, please email Lorraine Jacobi. 

  The following two movies will be discussed and then rated:

  Emilia Perez: An audacious fever dream that defies genres and expectations. Through liberating song and dance and bold visuals, this odyssey follows the journey of four remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness. The fearsome cartel leader Emilia (Karla Sofía Gascón) enlists Rita (Zoe Saldaña), an unappreciated lawyer stuck in a dead-end job, to help fake her death so that Emilia can finally live authentically as her true self. Can Be Seen On: Netflix

  F1: Dubbed "the greatest that never was," Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1's most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he's a nomadic racer-for-hire when he's approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse. Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

  Event Details:

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

  If you enjoy watching movies and love discussing them with fellow enthusiasts, Critics' Corner is for you! We gather at a member’s home, socialize over appetizers and drinks, and then engage in a lively discussion and rating of two movies that we’ve watched beforehand.

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• Encore Book Group

  • When
    27 Oct 2025
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Lapham (Downstairs), New Canaan, CT
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  Encore Book Group

  The October meeting of the Encore Book Group will be held at 1:30, Monday, October 27, 2025, downstairs at Lapham.  We will be discussing "We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes" by Jojo Moyes. 464 Pages, published in 2025, Women's Divorce Fiction.

  

  Lila Kennedy has a lot on her plate. A broken marriage, two wayward daughters, a house that is falling apart, and an elderly stepfather who seems to have quietly moved in. Her career is in freefall, and her love life is complicated. So when her real dad— man she has barely seen since he ran off to Hollywood thirty-five years ago—suddenly appears on her doorstep, it feels like the final straw. But it turns out even the family you thought you could never forgive might have something to teach you about love, and what it actually means to be family.

  This is a moving, realistic look at one woman's post divorce family life that manages to be both poignant and funny.

  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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• Health & Wellness Group - 🌿 Energy House Clearing & Saging

  • When
    29 Oct 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    New Canaan Library, Tate Conference Room
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  Health & Wellness Group 

  Energy House Clearing & Saging

  Wednesday, October 29
  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  New Canaan Library, Tate Conference Room (upstairs)

  Presented by our own Encore member, Lisa Labozzo, 
  Certified Reiki Master

  Your home holds more than just furniture—it carries the energy of everyone and everything that has passed through it. Over time, these energies can become heavy, stagnant, or unsettling, especially in spaces where there has been illness, grief, conflict, or simply high traffic. Just like physical cleaning, energetic clearing is a vital form of spiritual hygiene.

  What it is: Energy House Clearing with Reiki and sage combines two powerful practices:

  • Saging (smudging): Burning sage (or other sacred herbs) helps dissolve stagnant or negative energy, purifying the air and uplifting the vibration of your home.
  • Reiki energy clearing: Reiki infuses your space with universal healing energy, balancing the environment and filling it with light, harmony, and peace.

  When to consider a clearing:

  • Moving into a new home or office
  • After disagreements, illness, or emotional turmoil
  • Following a major life change (divorce, loss, new beginning)
  • Seasonal resets or when the space feels “heavy”
  • Preparing your home for sale to welcome new energy

  Benefits you may feel:

  • ✨ A lighter, calmer atmosphere
  • ✨ Improved sleep and relaxation
  • ✨ Release of old attachments and lingering emotions
  • ✨ A higher vibration that supports your well-being
  • ✨ A fresh, welcoming energy for you, your family, or potential buyers

  Why it matters:

  Your home is your sanctuary. Clearing away old, stagnant energy allows you to fully step into a new chapter with clarity, peace, and positivity. It’s like opening the windows of your soul—welcoming in light, love, and fresh beginnings.

  Space is limited, waitlist available

  
  

  Questions? Contact Lisa Labozzo

  
  

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• iPhone Photography

  • When
    5 Nov 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    New Canaan Library, Tate Conference Room
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  iPhone Photography

  Discover how to unlock the full potential of your iPhone camera in this hands-on workshop with award-winning photographer Emily Kelting.

  The event photo is one of Emily Kelting’s award-winning works —an inspiring example of what’s possible with just your iPhone.

  Whether you’re a beginner or already love taking photos, Emily will guide you through shooting and editing techniques that can elevate your everyday images into stunning works of art.

  About the Instructor:
  Emily Kelting has studied at the International Center of Photography in New York and the Silvermine Arts Center. Her award-winning photography has been shown in local, regional, and international exhibits. Over the past 15 years, she has taught photography and iPhone photography at leading art centers and the New York Botanical Garden, and she speaks nationally for the Garden Club of America. She is passionate about helping students discover the creative possibilities of iPhone photography.

  Details:

  • Fee: $75 per person (members)
  • Refund Policy: No cancellations after October 29

  Join us for this special opportunity to learn from Emily and see firsthand how to transform the way you capture the world with your iPhone!

  For Cancellation or Questions? Contact Lisa Vasquez

  
  

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• Health & Wellness - Aging Gracefully

  • When
    10 Nov 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Intentional Self Aesthetics, 23 Vitti St., New Canaan
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  Health & Wellness - Aging Gracefully

  Featuring Dr. Teresa Alasio
  Intentional Self Aesthetics

   November 10, at 6 pm

  23 Vitti Street (2nd floor)

  Join us for an inspiring and informative program on Aging  Gracefully, presented by Dr. Teresa Alasio, Board-Certified Physician and Founder of Intentional Self Aesthetics in New Canaan.

  Drawing on decades of medical practice and her expertise in aesthetic medicine, Dr. Alasio will share insights on how to approach aging with intention, confidence, and self-care.  She will discuss modern, evidence-based approaches to health and wellness, as well as strategies for enhancing quality of life at every stage.

  This is a special opportunity to hear directly from a leading local physician, community advocate, and educator who brings both deep clinical knowledge and a compassionate perspective to her practice.

  No charge for this event. 

  
  

  For Cancellation or Questions?

  Contact Lisa Vasquez

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• Bridge Group

  • Start
    12 Nov 2025
  • End
    10 Dec 2025
  • Schedule
    2 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 or call 203-966-7391.

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• EATS Luncheon

  • Start
    13 Nov 2025
  • End
    11 Dec 2025
  • Schedule
    2 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). 

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

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• Pottery Painting

  • When
    13 Nov 2025
  •  
    5:45 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Penny Pottery, 1012 Hope Street, Stamford
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  Pottery Painting

  

  What's More Fun that Painting Pottery in Your PJs?

  • Join us for a night of pottery painting, appetizers, and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) … in your PJs, sweatpants or other super comfy clothes.

    You get the picture! Just a super casual, fun ladies’ night out. Think Bunco… but with paintbrushes instead of dice - and no competition (or prizes)!

    This is a great pre-holiday opportunity to make a special gift for your daughter, granddaughter, other family member, friend or yourself!

  • When: Thursday, November 13^th, 2025 (5:45pm – 8:00pm)
  • Where: Lucky Penny Pottery, 1012 Hope Street, Stamford (12 minutes from downtown NC)
  • Parking: Parking lot directly behind Lucky Penny (or on the street)

  o   Note: We will not be coordinating a carpool for this local event. However, feel free to drive with friends or ask the event coordinator for a ride.

  • Cost:  Cost of the pottery piece you choose to paint (most range from $18-$40, depending on size), plus $12 studio fee. Payable directly to Lucky Penny Pottery the evening of the event.
  • Volunteer: Bring an appetizer or drinks for the group

  
   How Does It Work?
  o   Come for a night of fun!
  o   Choose a pottery piece to paint.
  

  A wide variety of pieces will be available, from mugs, plates, and bowls to decorative home items, seasonal holiday pieces, and fun, kid-friendly options like figurines, banks, and keepsakes.

  o   Listen to simple tips from our Lucky Penny Pottery expert. She will be with us all night to guide and inspire us!
  o   Paint your pottery!
  o   After we leave, the staff will apply a clear glaze (shiny and food-safe) and fire our pieces in a kiln.
  o   7-10 days later: Our bright, glossy finished pieces will be ready for pick-up at a convenient New Canaan location (TBA).
  

  Questions or Cancellations: Sue Greenan

  
  

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• Encore Local Theater Group

  • When
    20 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Westport Community Theater, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport
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                        Encore Local Theater Group

  Please join us on Thursday November 20, 2025, 7:30pm, at the Westport Community Theater, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport, CT (Westport Town Hall) to see the Connecticut Premiere of:

  CONSCIENCE

  Written by Joe DiPietro - Directed by Alexander Kulcsar

  In the 1950s, as Senator Joseph McCarthy lies and bullies his way to power, the only Republican senator with the courage to challenge him is Margaret Chase Smith of Maine. Conscience is the story of a remarkable woman who stood up for what was right and refused to back down.

  “CONSCIENCE presents a slice of history, one that will resonate with a modern audience. The show portrays an insightful view of McCarthyism while thoughtfully addressing themes of women in politics, the dangers of demagoguery, and how truth and reason must prevail in society.” —Broadway World.

  “A timely boxing match of a history play.” – NY Times

  Tickets $21.

  Optional 6 PM dinner meetup - venue TBA

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

  Guests are limited to one per Encore member. 

  For Cancellation or Questions, please contact Barbara Mckay 

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• Afternoon Tea at Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon

  • When
    9 Dec 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    56 Irving Place NY, NY 10003
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  Afternoon Tea at Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon

  

  Join us for an exquisite afternoon tea experience at Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon, 56 Irving Place, New York, NY — an unconventional, chic venue set inside a historic Georgian brownstone in the heart of Gramercy Park.
  

  About the Venue

  Built in 1834, two landmark structures were meticulously transformed to recreate a bygone era of gracious living. Guests are treated to opulent five-course tea served in a whimsical parlor by a doting staff. Lady Mendl’s blends tradition with modern flair and is frequently used for fashion presentations, bridal showers, small weddings, and private arts events.

  Event Details

  • Date & Time: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 · 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • Menu: 5-course prix fixe afternoon tea
  • Cost: $120 (includes sales tax & gratuity) - No refunds unless the waitlist is honored

  Important Notes

  • Dietary accommodations: Unable to serve gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan requests
  • Accessibility: Guests must be able to walk up 10 steps; no elevator available

  Optional Activity 

  Visit the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

  Transportation Options

  • Drive yourself: Meet at the entrance by 12:15 PM

  • Train: Departure time from New Canaan Train Station will be provided

  • Carpool: Meet at Waveny Park (schedule to be provided prior to Dec. 9) - $25 per person (cash) to your driver – covers gas, parking fee & $9 congestion pricing fee.  

  Note: The carpool option will be limited by the number of carpool driver volunteers, so please consider volunteering. Must be willing to take the train or drive yourself if there are not enough carpool drivers.

  If interested, Lady Mendl's gallery/photos can be viewed here: Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon 

  Questions or cancellation? Contact Lisa Vasquez

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• Holiday Party - Save the Date!

  • When
    14 Dec 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Roger Sherman Inn, 195 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan

  
  

  Questions or cancellation? Contact Rose Bauersfeld
  

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• Holiday Tea and Musicale at Caramoor

  • When
    17 Dec 2025
  •  
    1:45 PM
  • Location
    Caramoor, 149 Girdle Ridge Road, Katonah, NY
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  Holiday Tea and Musicale at Caramoor

  Wednesday, December 17^th

  2pm Concert

  3pm Tea Service

  4-5pm Self-Guided Rosen House Tours

  (included with ticket)

  
  

  Get into the holiday spirit at Caramoor’s historic Rosen House!
  

  Enjoy charismatic musicians, festive decorations, and tea service in the majestic Music Room. Following the spirited performance, the tea service includes an assortment of finger sandwiches, scrumptious holiday treats, and a variety of teas. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options available.

  Following the tea, the Self-Guided Rosen House Tour showcases fine examples of decorative arts from Europe and China including jade, porcelain, and textiles that the Rosen’s admired and collected, and will also be decked out for the holidays with enchanting decorations inspired by the Rosen family archive.

  
  

  Cost $78 per person 

  No refunds unless the waitlist is honored 

  
  

  Caramoor A

  149 Girdle Ridge Road,

  Katonah, NY

  Transportation Options:

  • Carpool: Meet at Irwin Park. Timetable to be provided prior to December 17th. Please bring a $5 cash gas contribution for your driver.
  • Drive yourself: Meet at Caramoor at 1:45 PM

  Note: The carpool option will be limited by the number of carpool driver volunteers, so please consider volunteering. Must be willing to drive yourself if there are not enough carpool drivers.

  Questions or cancellation? Contact Rose Bauersfeld

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