The Charlotte 50+ Community Center in Vermont welcomes newcomers, builds community, and engages visitors with courses, activities, events & presentations.

Charlotte 50+ Community Center

See our updated announcement about the exciting name change for The Charlotte Senior Center here. (See the original announcement here.)

October Newsletter

The October Newsletter and Calendar are now available. To receive future weekly and monthly newsletters in your email, signup using the button below. The “Week Ahead” email is sent out on Friday mornings with activities, lunch menus, and special programming for the upcoming week.

Meals

Join us for lunch or take-out every Monday. See Good Eating for more information

Forms

Find the Charlotte 50+ Community Center Participant and Liability Release form and the forms for joining Bone Builders here.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 p.m., Energy in Charlotte: Brainstorming Paths to Affordability, Resiliency, and Sustainability
Where we get our energy, and how we use it, affects all of us. The choices we make impact our wallet, our health, our community, and future generations. Yet, figuring out the best options for your particular situation can be confusing, while changes in policies and regulations can feel dizzying. Join us for an evening of learning, conversation, and brainstorming as we explore ways to meet Charlotte’s town plan goals. We’ll share ideas, experiences, and perspectives that can help shape the future of energy in our community. James Hodson will lead the discussion as speaker and moderator. This program is hosted by the Charlotte Energy & Climate Action Committee in partnership with the Charlotte 50+ Community Center and Charlotte Library and is part of the Community Resilience Hub grant project. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is appreciated. To register, call 802-425-6345 or email register@charlotteseniorcentervt.org.

Wednesday, October 21, 9:00 a.m. departure, Hiking Trip
Registration required.
Our October hike will take us to Raven’s Ridge to enjoy the last of the fall colors. This fairly easy 3–4-mile hike includes some elevation gain and features a beautiful overlook with scenic views. Please meet in the foyer of the Center. For questions about the hike, contact Michael Rubin at mjrubin99@gmail.com.To register, call 802-425-6345 or email register@charlotteseniorcentervt.org.

Wednesday, October 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m., Fraud, Scams & Con Artists: Coming to a Computer Near You
Join Bill April from AARP for an informative presentation on the why, how, and basic defenses against internet scams. This presentation is continually updated to address the latest cyber threats and will cover how to recognize malicious emails and pop-ups, as well as Wi-Fi security concerns related to the increased use of tablets and smartphones. Registration is appreciated. To register, call 802-425-6345 or email register@charlotteseniorcentervt.org.

Wednesday, October 21, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Guitar Music at the Memory Cafe
This month, join musician Franc Gambatese for an afternoon of familiar melodies and shared memories as he performs popular songs by Neil Young, Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, and James Taylor on guitar and harmonica.
The Memory Café is a welcoming gathering for individuals experiencing memory loss, along with their care partners, family members, and friends. Enjoy engaging activities, conversation, support, and refreshments in a relaxed and friendly environment. Memory kits will also be available. This program is free of charge and is offered in collaboration with the Charlotte 50+ Community Center, the Charlotte Library, and Age Well. Registration is appreciated. Call 802-425-6345 or email register@charlotteseniorcentervt.org. For questions, contact Susan Cartwright at cartwright.susan1@gmail.com.