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MEMBERS ONLY Traditional Yoga Class Wed, December 31, 2025, at 8:30 AM SVCT now offers members a traditional yoga class (in addition to our Chair Yoga). This practice includes movements on the floor as well as standing postures that scientific studies have shown improve flexibility, strength, balance, stress relief, and overall quality of life. Our class is gentle for seniors, featuring warmups, balancing exercises, and asanas (postures) that help you move more freely and feel refreshed. Maryann is a certified Kripalu yoga teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience, having studied many different schools of yoga in this country and in England. To try a class, text (203)747-5939 in advance for the Zoom link or email info@shorelinevillagect.org

Zoom Chair Yoga Class Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 at 10:00 AM Maryann‘s virtual chair yoga classes create an inviting space for gentle movement and mindful stretching, accessible to everyone from the comfort of home. These sessions focus on techniques tailored for seniors or anyone seeking safe, low-impact exercise. Key Benefits: Gentle, Accessible Movement: Chair yoga is designed for all fitness levels, using a sturdy chair so participants can enjoy a broad range of postures without stress on joints or muscles. This makes it especially helpful for those with mobility challenges or those recovering from illness. Boost Flexibility & Balance: Consistent practice keeps joints limber and muscles engaged, improving mobility, supporting everyday confidence, and helping to prevent falls. Additional Advantages: Reduces stiffness and tension with guided movement Encourages healthy breathing and relaxation Can ease stress or anxiety Fosters routine and positive social connections Requires no special equipment—just a chair. Maryann’s classes are an uplifting way to enhance your mobility, independence, and daily energy. Through yoga, you can genuinely feel younger. For Zoom link and information contact info@shorelinevillagect.org or TEXT: (203) 747-5939 in advance.

Start your New Year with friends and good cheer! Join us for our Shoreline Villagers New Year‘s Day Luncheon—Even Better Than Last Year‘s Unforgettable Gathering—at Lo Monaco‘s Restaurant (990 West Main Street, Branford) on January 1st at 1:00 p.m. This first day isn’t just a date on the calendar—it’s a chance to come together, shake off any post-holiday blues, and remind ourselves that our community is strong, welcoming, and here for each other. If your New Year’s resolution is to laugh more, worry less, and enjoy good company, this is the place to begin! Let’s make joyful new memories, raise spirits, and kick off 2026 with warmth, laughter, and delicious food. All are welcome—whether you joined us last year or are coming for the first time. Let’s turn January 1 into a celebration of friendship and hope—we promise you’ll leave smiling and ready for the year ahead! Three-course menu only $28, including tip and tax. Adult beverages extra. RSVP by December 27th at info@shorelinevillagect.org. Space is limited.

Hammonasset Beach Walk along the Shoreline Greenway Trail Section. This section is a mile-long path winding through Hammonasset Beach State Park to Webster Point Rd., traversing an undeveloped peninsula of the park through a coastal upland forest with spectacular views of Long Island Sound and its salt marshes; it’s a popular place for bird watching and en plein air painting. Eagle Scouts have installed benches in scenic locations for rest and contemplation. Tuesday, January 6, 2026 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Location The Gateway Eastern Trail Head parking lot is adjacent to the Hammonasset State Park entrance. 1280 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 USA

MEMBERS ONLY Traditional Yoga Class Wed, January 7th,at 8:30 AM SVCT now offers members a traditional yoga class (in addition to our Chair Yoga). This practice includes movements on the floor as well as standing postures that scientific studies have shown improve flexibility, strength, balance, stress relief, and overall quality of life. Our class is gentle for seniors, featuring warmups, balancing exercises, and asanas (postures) that help you move more freely and feel refreshed. Maryann is a certified Kripalu yoga teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience, having studied many different schools of yoga in this country and in England. To try a class, text (203)747-5939 in advance for the Zoom link.

Zoom Chair Yoga Class Wednesday, January 7th 10:00 AM Maryann‘s virtual chair yoga classes create an inviting space for gentle movement and mindful stretching, accessible to everyone from the comfort of home. These sessions focus on techniques tailored for seniors or ANYONE seeking safe, low-impact exercise. Key Benefits: Gentle, Accessible Movement: Chair yoga is designed for all fitness levels, using a sturdy chair so participants can enjoy a broad range of postures without stress on joints or muscles. This makes it especially helpful for those with mobility challenges or those recovering from illness. Boost Flexibility & Balance: Consistent practice keeps joints limber and muscles engaged, improving mobility, supporting everyday confidence, and helping to prevent falls. Additional Advantages: Reduces stiffness and tension with guided movement Encourages healthy breathing and relaxation Can ease stress or anxiety Fosters routine and positive social connections Requires no special equipment—just a chair. Maryann’s classes are an uplifting way to enhance your mobility, independence, and daily energy. Through yoga, you can genuinely feel younger. For Zoom link and information contact info@shorelinevillagect.org or TEXT: (203) 747-5939 in advance.

Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM Location: on Zoom and at the Guilford Free Library first floor conference room. Join us for a discussion on The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, a literary fiction novel set in contemporary Maryland. This epistolary story follows Sybil Van Antwerp, a woman in her seventies, as she navigates life through her letters. A favorite of many readers. Please email info@ shorelinevillagect.org in advance to get the Zoom link, or better yet, attend in person.

MEMBERS ONLY Traditional Yoga Class Wed, January 14th,at 8:30 AM SVCT now offers members a traditional yoga class (in addition to our Chair Yoga). This practice includes movements on the floor as well as standing postures that scientific studies have shown improve flexibility, strength, balance, stress relief, and overall quality of life. Our class is gentle for seniors, featuring warmups, balancing exercises, and asanas (postures) that help you move more freely and feel refreshed. Maryann is a certified Kripalu yoga teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience, having studied many different schools of yoga in this country and in England. To try a class, text (203)747-5939 in advance for the Zoom link.

Zoom Chair Yoga Class Wednesday, January 14th 10:00 AM Maryann‘s virtual chair yoga classes create an inviting space for gentle movement and mindful stretching, accessible to everyone from the comfort of home. These sessions focus on techniques tailored for seniors or ANYONE seeking safe, low-impact exercise. Key Benefits: Gentle, Accessible Movement: Chair yoga is designed for all fitness levels, using a sturdy chair so participants can enjoy a broad range of postures without stress on joints or muscles. This makes it especially helpful for those with mobility challenges or those recovering from illness. Boost Flexibility & Balance: Consistent practice keeps joints limber and muscles engaged, improving mobility, supporting everyday confidence, and helping to prevent falls. Additional Advantages: Reduces stiffness and tension with guided movement Encourages healthy breathing and relaxation Can ease stress or anxiety Fosters routine and positive social connections Requires no special equipment—just a chair. Maryann’s classes are an uplifting way to enhance your mobility, independence, and daily energy. Through yoga, you can genuinely feel younger. For Zoom link and information contact info@shorelinevillagect.org or TEXT: (203) 747-5939 in advance.

MEMBERS ONLY Traditional Yoga Class Wed, January 21st,at 8:30 AM SVCT offers members a traditional yoga class (in addition to our Chair Yoga). This practice includes movements on the floor as well as standing postures that scientific studies have shown improve flexibility, strength, balance, stress relief, and overall quality of life. Our class is gentle for seniors, featuring warmups, balancing exercises, and asanas (postures) that help you move more freely and feel refreshed. Maryann is a certified Kripalu yoga teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience, having studied many different schools of yoga in this country and in England. To try a class, text (203)747-5939 in advance for the Zoom link.

Zoom Chair Yoga Class Wednesday, January 21st 10:00 AM Maryann‘s virtual chair yoga classes create an inviting space for gentle movement and mindful stretching, accessible to everyone from the comfort of home. These sessions focus on techniques tailored for seniors or ANYONE seeking safe, low-impact exercise. Key Benefits: Gentle, Accessible Movement: Chair yoga is designed for all fitness levels, using a sturdy chair so participants can enjoy a broad range of postures without stress on joints or muscles. This makes it especially helpful for those with mobility challenges or those recovering from illness. Boost Flexibility & Balance: Consistent practice keeps joints limber and muscles engaged, improving mobility, supporting everyday confidence, and helping to prevent falls. Additional Advantages: Reduces stiffness and tension with guided movement Encourages healthy breathing and relaxation Can ease stress or anxiety Fosters routine and positive social connections Requires no special equipment—just a chair. Maryann’s classes are an uplifting way to enhance your mobility, independence, and daily energy. Through yoga, you can genuinely feel younger. For Zoom link and information contact info@shorelinevillagect.org or TEXT: (203) 747-5939 in advance.

Tea and Talk is one of our loveliest events. Its purpose is to facilitate a mild, stimulating, friendly conversation with our Shoreline Village CT members. Let’s meet at the Parthenon Diner, bring a friend or two, and enjoy the informal gathering. One Month an MD made a connection with two Mothers whose daughters were MDs. This time, we could reminisce about childhood best friends or what we did for fun when we were younger. Wisdom‘s delayed appearance is always an enlightening topic...... Can‘t WAIT for a warming cup of hot chocolate. The Parthenon Diner Restaurant also boasts a diverse menu with options like French toast, corned beef hash, and vegetarian dishes such as the Greek dish with stuffed grape leaves and tzatziki sauce. I have it on good authority that the pumpkin pancakes are delicious!

Metropolitan Opera Talk by Adriana Zabala Mason Bates’s The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay Wednesday, January 21, 6:00 PM Please join Adriana Zabala, Associate Professor Adjunct of Voice and Assistant Dean of Collaborative Arts at the Yale School of Music, for an engaging talk on the Metropolitan Opera’s groundbreaking new production of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay by Mason Bates. Directed by Barlett Sher and based on Michael Chabon’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this highly anticipated world premiere opened the Met‘s 2025-26 season to sold-out audiences and critical acclaim. The production will be broadcast to theaters nationwide on Saturday, January 24. Hailed by The New York Times as “a vivid, fearless presence” and the Los Angeles Times as “an extraordinary, vibrant mezzo,” Adriana Zabala has performed more than 55 operatic roles in the U.S. and abroad, including the creation of roles in seven American operas such as Sister Carrie, The Trial of Susan B. Anthony, and Doubt (PBS Great Performances). Her appearances include Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and collaborations with leading orchestras and ensembles nationwide. A Fulbright Scholar and Distinguished Vocal Artist of the American Prize, she records for Naxos, Bridge, and New Focus, and is Associate Professor of Music at Yale University, co-founder of the Yale Song Lab, and Assistant Dean of Collaborative Arts—the first woman to hold a leadership role in the Yale School of Music’s history. This program is free and open to all, and is co-sponsored by the Shoreline Opera Club, Guilford Free Library, and Shoreline Village.

MEMBERS ONLY Traditional Yoga Class on Wed, January 28th,at 8:30 AM SVCT offers members a traditional yoga class (in addition to our Chair Yoga). This practice includes movements on the floor as well as standing postures that scientific studies have shown improve flexibility, strength, balance, stress relief, and overall quality of life. Our class is gentle for seniors, featuring warmups, balancing exercises, and asanas (postures) that help you move more freely and feel refreshed. Maryann is a certified Kripalu yoga teacher with over twenty years of teaching experience, having studied many different schools of yoga in this country and in England. To try a class, text (203)747-5939 in advance for the Zoom link.

Zoom Chair Yoga Class Wednesday, January 28th 10:00 AM Maryann‘s virtual chair yoga classes create an inviting space for gentle movement and mindful stretching, accessible to everyone from the comfort of home. These sessions focus on techniques tailored for seniors or ANYONE seeking safe, low-impact exercise. Key Benefits: Gentle, Accessible Movement: Chair yoga is designed for all fitness levels, using a sturdy chair so participants can enjoy a broad range of postures without stress on joints or muscles. This makes it especially helpful for those with mobility challenges or those recovering from illness. Boost Flexibility & Balance: Consistent practice keeps joints limber and muscles engaged, improving mobility, supporting everyday confidence, and helping to prevent falls. Additional Advantages: Reduces stiffness and tension with guided movement Encourages healthy breathing and relaxation Can ease stress or anxiety Fosters routine and positive social connections Requires no special equipment—just a chair. Maryann’s classes are an uplifting way to enhance your mobility, independence, and daily energy. Through yoga, you can genuinely feel younger. For Zoom link and information contact info@shorelinevillagect.org or TEXT: (203) 747-5939 in advance.

TGIF Celebration on Friday, January 30th, at 6:00 PM at Chapter One in Guilford, 25 Whitfield Street. The weekend is calling, and what better way to answer than by gathering with Villagers for a joyful TGIF celebration? Join us at Chapter One on the Guilford Green, a warm, inviting place where laughter flows as freely as the drinks and every conversation feels like coming home. Whether you’re catching up over a casual drink or sharing stories over good food, Chapter One is the perfect setting for camaraderie and connection. Let’s toast to friendship, relaxation, and the start of an amazing weekend together. Cheers!

The February selection is "Greenwood" by Michael Christie. Both on ZOOM and in person. This award winning 2023 Canadian novel is structured like tree rings, following family through a century of secrets, love and loss. This sweeping tale of family resilience is the perfect spark for lively conversation and laughter. Bring your curiosity, your stories, and maybe even a favorite non-messy snack to share. Good company, thoughtful chats, and a chance to connect. Whether you’ve read every page or just started, you’ll fit right in. Let’s read, relax, and enjoy together! Please email info@ shorelinevillagect.org in advance to get the Zoom link, or better yet, attend in person.

ART TALK in conjunction with the Guilford Free Library. 4/7.26 1:00 PM Marcie Slepian.