Small townships are vibrant communities where change is constant and exciting. Each new development brings fresh energy and opportunities for growth. And, grow we have over the past few months. Under the guidance of several dedicated leaders our club membership has grown from nine to 55. In the meantime, our Activities Committee has been working hard to develop a program with your ideas in mind. Here’s a progress report:

In February, the first Game Day proved to be a success. On that day, Mexican Train and Hearts were big hits. Everyone had so much fun they asked for a weekly Game Day. We obliged and game mornings are almost every Thursday in the Community Room at Town Hall. Cribbage was another big hit. Four people were taught by our very own Cribbage champion, Jeanne Kavanagh. We invite you to drop by to enjoy the fun. There are about a dozen or more games from which to choose. We are looking for more Bridge players.

On March 7th a four-week line dancing program will begin at the Chaplin Senior Center. Working in conjunction with Chaplin, we arranged for the very popular and well known Sarah Britto to provide lessons. Currently 23 people have paid to participate. Please contact the Chaplin Center for more information at 860-455-1327. This is a fine example of a coordinated effort to bring seniors together from Hampton, Ashford, Mansfield and other nearby towns.

On April 18th, a twice monthly, four month painting session will begin. We have engaged an artist who is known to other senior organizations. This too will be held in the Hampton Community Room. For details, email hamptonseniorsclub@yahoo.com. Subject line: painting classes.

Currently, we are lining up speakers. We would like to hear your ideas. Please send your suggestions to: hamptonseniorsclub@yahoo.com. Subject line: Activities

In the near future, we will start having regular potlucks, most likely around holidays. Vendor prepared luncheons will be considered as well. The former lunch program has been disbanded. Kindly extend thanks to Diane Gagnon and Peter Witkowski for their years of selfless service for our community.

It has been a privilege and a joy to help shape a vibrant and active seniors’ community here in Hampton and beyond.

Be Kind, Be Safe and Remember you Matter!
Respectfully,
Peggy Mckleroy, Linda Long-Burten, Fran Gustavesen, Pat Cascio
Hampton Seniors Club