COVID-19 Vaccination Enrollment and Registration Assistance for Enfield Residents Only:
The Department of Social Services, with assistance from the Commission on Aging Committee, will be providing VAMs Enrollment and Registration Assistance for those Enfield residents age 75 and older so that they can be scheduled for their vaccination appointment. If you do not have anyone who can assist you with navigating the process (adult child/grandchildren/friend) please call 860-253-6398 so that we can help you. Appointments for assistance will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis beginning Monday February 1.
Library
On February 1 at 7 PM, join the library for The Roots of Black Music in America with Karlus Trapp. Karlus Trapp’s delightful, educational, and entertaining presentation “The Roots of Black Music in America” is a 100-year journey back through time to hear, experience anew, and learn about the music of America’s black musical giants. It is a joyful show that encourages and comes alive through audience participation and interaction with singing, dancing, call and response and percussion playing. This program is sponsored by the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission. Email lsprague@enfield.org for an invitation to the Zoom presentation.
On February 14 at 4PM, join the Library for Claire de Lune – A Valentine’s Concert. Paul Bisaccia presents a concert of romantic music and popular favorites for your Valentine’s celebration. This concert is sponsored by the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission. Email lsprague@enfield.org for an invitation to the Zoom concert.
Book Discussions
- 2/10 Virtual Book Discussion A Pedigree to Die For
- 2/22 Virtual Book Discussion Good Riddance
These titles are available in eBook format. When possible, we will also have physical copies that can be picked up at the Central Library circulation desk.
Children’s Programs
Join the Library for the Online Rhyme Time program for children ages birth to 24 months via Facebook on Mondays at 10:30 AM. Virtual Storytime for ages 2-4 will be on Facebook on Tuesdays at 9:30 AM and Storytime for ages 4-5 will be on Facebook on Thursdays at 9:30 AM.
Take and Make Craft,
Join the Library for “Take & Make” Crafty Wednesday at the Enfield Public Library on 2/10, 9:30-10:30 AM and 6:30-7 PM. Use the supplies provided to make a valentine heart. Ages 3-7 will create a tissue paper heart and ages 8-12 a string art heart. Kits can be picked up curbside. There is no need to register in advance. Supplies are limited. This craft is sponsored by the Enfield Culture and Arts Commission.
Senior Center
In the interest of keeping everyone safe we will continue to offer programs virtually throughout the month of February. Staff is available from 8 AM – 4 PM to answer any questions or concerns. Our digital newsletter has a new title, “The Center Connection”. Thanks to Yogini Majmudar who provided the inspiration for the newsletter’s new title! If you would like to receive our newsletter please e-mail the Enfield Senior Center at seniorcenter@enfield.org. You may also pick up a copy in the front of the Senior Center or find it on our website and Facebook page.
AARP Tax Aide Update for 2021
We will begin taking appointments starting, Tuesday, February 2nd at 9 AM. This program will be Mondays ONLY, February 22 - April 12, 9 AM - 3 PM, by appointment only. Due to COVID-19, this year's Tax-Aide program will be Enfield residents only and there will be a limited number of appointments available. Appointments can only be made on the phone with a senior center staff member.
Below are just some of the programs we are offering at The Senior Center, for a complete list please visit our webpage, Facebook page or sign up for our weekly e-mails. All programs are free and will be held virtually via zoom. Please call 860-763-7425, or e-mail seniorcenter@enfield.org to obtain Zoom links. Some links may be found on our Facebook page.
- Virtual Bingo - Friday February 12, 1:30 PM. Prizes will be given, sponsored by Stonebrook Village.
- Paul Bisaccia – Saturday February 13, 2 PM. A virtual concert of romantic music and popular favorites for your Valentine’s celebration. Included will be such Gershwin hits as “Our Love is Here to Stay” and “The Man I Love”. Classics such as Liszt’s “Liebestraum (Dream of Love)” will also be featured. There will be plenty of moonlight as well with a Chopin Nocturne and Clair de Lune. Beloved pop favorites will include “My Own True Love” from Gone with the Wind, “As Time Goes By” from Casablanca and Glenn Miller’s exuberant “In the Mood”. Romance and great memories in a concert you will enjoy.
- Jukebox Bingo - Friday February 26, 6:30 PM. List to the music, identify the song, check your card, mark it off, call Bingo and win.
- Brian Gillie - Thursday, February 18, 2 PM. Enjoy this concert via Zoom.
- Tech Time – The second Wednesday of the month at 10 AM. Audra Lauf from Comfort Keepers will answer any tech questions you may have and give tech tips to help you stay connected with family and friends.
We All Fit Together - Every one of you is a part of the puzzle that is the Enfield Senior Center! Decorate your puzzle piece and contribute your individual voice to form our story and complete our Enfield Senior Center puzzle. Each piece starts out blank, and in the end, all the pieces are different and fit together. You can color, paint, collage, embroider, anything to express yourself. You can be anonymous or sign your piece. Call 860-763-7425 to get your puzzle piece.
Exercise Classes
- Yoga Chair and Standing - Mondays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, February 1-22, No Class Feb 15.
- Yoga All Levels, Mondays - 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM, February 1-22, No Class Feb 15
- Yoga All Levels - Tuesdays, 9 AM – 10 AM, February 2-23
- Stability Ball Training - Tuesdays, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, February 2-23
- Body 360- Wednesdays, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM, February 3-24
- POW! - People on Weights - Wednesdays, 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM, February 3-24
- Stability Ball Training - Thursdays, 12 PM – 1 PM, February 4-25
- Body 360 - Fridays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM, February 5-26
- POW! – People on Weights - Fridays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, February 5-26
Take it and Make it Cards – There is no Zoom component to the class, you will pick up a packet for materials from the center and complete this craft on your own at home. Packets will be ready for pickup on February 12.
Recreation
The Recreation Division has a variety of virtual, Take it, Make it and in-person programs this New Year. Our January newsletter is now online at www.enfield-ct.gov/recreation. Currently, in-person programming has been suspended due to increased COVID numbers. Upcoming programs include:
- Take it, Make it Winter Wreaths: Contact the Recreation Division to reserve a Snowy Day Sparkle Star Wreath craft kit. Open to Enfield youth ages 7 and up, free craft kits are available while supplies last.
- DEEP C.A.R.E Winter Fishing Classes: The CT DEEP Fisheries Division C.A.R.E program is offering virtual Learn to Ice Fish classes via Zoom. See website for complete details and how to register for one of these FREE one-day workshops. Classes will be offered at 6 PM on 1/20, 1/26, 2/1, 2/10, and 2/16.
Our Virtual Recreation Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and contains a variety of free resources for you to use from the comfort and safety of your own home. NEW PROGRAMS JUST ADDED!
Community Gardens
In November, the Town Council voted to expand the Community Gardens in Town by adding 3 new locations! The 200 garden plots spread throughout the community gardens are located at:
- North Main Street
- Chapel Street
- Enfield Public Library
- Lafayette Park
- Green Manor Park
- Enfield Memorial Park – former Thomas G. Alcorn School
Please contact 860-253-6385 to reserve your garden plot today!
Help Us Plan Enfield’s Future
The Town of Enfield and the Planning and Zoning Commission have started the comprehensive planning process to update the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD).The POCD is a strategic plan that will guide land use, development, and decision making for the next 10 years. As part of the planning process, we are seeking input from the community to inform our effort and the Plan. This Community Survey offers you an opportunity to provide your thoughts and perspectives on Enfield today and the Enfield you want to be part of in the future.
The survey only takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete—time well spent to participate in the planning of Enfield’s future. We thank you for your interest in our community and taking the time to inform the Town’s planning process.
Enfield CT - Community Survey
If you do not have internet access, paper copies of the survey are available at the Enfield Express (800 Enfield Street) and the Central Library.
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