Senior Center Mission Statement
The Senior Center provides programs and services for seniors that will help them to live happier, healthier and more productive lives. To this end we offer activities and programs in areas such as adult education, the arts, health, recreation, nutrition, information and referral and other supportive services as well as opportunities for volunteer work. We operate on the premise that aging is a normal developmental process, that people need peers with whom they can interact and who are available as a source of encouragement and support, and that adults should have a voice in determining matters in which they have a vital interest. We therefore always try to provide those programs and services for which our participants have expressed interest or need.
All fitness classes and most other classes resume next week. If you have not yet registered for your class, please give us a call to register. We wish everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year Lapham Center is celebrating a highly successful year,…
Read More »Wishing you the merriest of holidays! Aggie, Kathy and Steph Lapham center will be closed December 25 and January 1. Lapham's Holiday Video Winter Newsletter December Calendar Registration for winter programs is open! To register online: Lapham…
Read More »Winter 2023-24 Newsletter Registration for winter programs is open! To register online: Lapham Registration MyRec or call 203-594-3620. New Yoga Class on Wednesdays (Come try a class; only pay if you decide to register.) Beginning Yoga…
Read More »Please note Lapham Road is closed for construction work. Please use the South Avenue entrance for Waveny Park and Lapham Center. We will let you know when Lapham Road reopens. Winter 2023-24 Newsletter December Calendar The winter…
Read More »The winter newsletter is here and registration for winter programs is open! To register online: Lapham Registration MyRec or call 203-594-3620. Winter 2023-24 Newsletter November Calendar Please note Lapham Road is closed for construction…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter November Calendar Conversations in Literature with Stephanie Stiles The Old Man and the Sea 3 Thursdays, November 16, 30, and December 7, 11 am - 12:15 pm, free Join us for a discussion of Ernest Hemingway’s Pulitzer…
Read More »Congratulations to Edward Monaghan, recipient of New Canaan Community Foundation's 2023 Hands-on MVP volunteer appreciation award! Ned has been volunteering at Lapham for almost 20 years! Fall Wine Tasting Thursday, October 26, 4 - 6…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter October Calendar Congratulations to Edward Monaghan, recipient of New Canaan Community Foundation's 2023 Hands-on MVP volunteer appreciation award! Ned has been volunteering at Lapham for almost 20 years! Fall Wine Tasting…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter October Calendar Happy Fall everyone We hope you are enjoying the cooler weather and the beautiful colors. If you are missing a jacket or coat come check out Lapham's closet, we have quite a few. Many of them have been here…
Read More »Cold and Flu Season is Here... Please be considerate of our Lapham community: if you feel unwell, please stay home and rest. Look for our next email with information on sign-ups one for a flu clinic and another for a skin check clinic with a…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter October Calendar Cold and Flu Season is Here... Please be considerate of our Lapham community: if you feel unwell, please stay home and rest. Medicare’s Part D Annual Enrollment Period October 15 –…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter October Calendar Medicare’s Part D Annual Enrollment Period October 15 – December 7 Counseling appointments begin Monday, October 16 In-person and over the phone appointments are available. This is your…
Read More »Poems and Breakfast with Ned Wednesday, October 4, 10 am Come and join our own Ned Monaghan for a fun reading of beloved poems, in honor of National Poetry Day. Enjoy coffee, carbs, and conversation with friends, while enjoying the lilting tones…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter September Calendar Trips are open to everyone, not just New Canaan residents. If you are interested in joining a trip or want more information, please give us a call at 203-594-3620. Trips are fun when you go with a friend…
Read More »AARP Safe Driving Course, Wednesday, September 27, 9 am to 1 pm Advance Registration Required - Call 203-594-3620 to register ( This program will be cancelled if we do not meet the minimum registration requirement by Monday, September 25) $20 AARP…
Read More »Trips are open to everyone, not just New Canaan residents. If you are interested in joining a trip or want more information, please give us a call at 203-594-3620. Trips are fun when you go with a friend or a group of friends. Visit F.D.R.’s…
Read More »Fall 2023 Newsletter September Calendar Fun with Bananagrams! Wednesdays at 10 am, free Stop in for a quick round or two -- no registration required! Games are non-competitive, lively, and engaging for all. No prior experience is necessary.…
Read More »Try a fitness class! Friday, September 15 Explore a class risk-free! Attend for free; pay only if you decide to enroll for the semester. Yoga - Basics, 9:30 am Practice with basic postures, breath work, and meditation to build up strength and…
Read More »Wow what a fun party we had for our Open house! It was great to see so many of our regulars and lots of new faces! We're looking forward to seeing again soon. Fall 2023 Newsletter September Calendar Don't wait to register for your favorite…
Read More »The Fall Newsletter is here! Register now, classes begin next week. Fall 2023 Newsletter September Calendar Lapham is open to all New Canaan Adults. New Canaan non profits and residents can use this beautiful space. We are the hidden gem…
Read More »The Fall Newsletter is here! Fall 2023 Newsletter I can hardly believe that summer is coming to a close and school is starting. Fall always reminds me of a time to get back into a schedule of learning, exercising, and socializing. Lapham is ready…
Read More »Fall Trips! Experience Hyde Park - F.D.R.’s Home and Museum Followed by lunch at Coppola’s Thursday, September 28, $120 "A Beautiful Noise": The Neil Diamond Musical on Broadway Wednesday Matinee, November 1, $200 Explore New York…
Read More »Lapham stays open until 7 on Wednesdays! with something for everyone from 5 - 7! Billiards with Mike Bacon Supervised Mah Jongg with Aggie Dinner on the Patio (bring your dinner and friends) Summer Movies - Wednesdays at 2 pm, free August 16 -…
Read More »August Calendar Former White House butler, Alan DeValerio presents: Entertaining at the White House (part 2) Thursday, August 17, 1 pm, free Alan is back with a new program featuring stories of First Lady Nancy Reagan, celebrity sightings and…
Read More »Summer Bingo and Sundaes Tuesday, August 1, 1pm $5, pay at the door Join us for more Bingo fun and prizes and make your own Sundae! Limit three prizes per person. register here Pizza and Salad on the Patio Wednesday, August 2, 5 - 7 pm…
Read More »Lapham is open until 7 pm on Wednesdays in the summer! Come by from 5 to 7 to enjoy Dinner on the Patio Supervised Mah Jongg and/or Billiards with Mike Bacon (beginners welcome) Email to Register Summer Movies Wednesdays at 2 pm, free July 19 -…
Read More »Summer Bingo and Pizza Party Wednesday, July 12, 4 pm $10 per person Open to all ages! register here Please note due to Pizza and Bingo we will not have Dinner on the Patio, Supervised Mah Jongg or Billiards in the evening…
Read More »Bingo,Pizza, & Prizes the perfect combo for summer fun at Lapham Community Center! Open to all ages! $10 per person Invite a friend or family member to join us. Children of all ages are welcome to attend. register…
Read More »Lapham Center will be closed Tuesday, July 4th. Happy 4th of July! Lapham's Summer Newsletter July Calendar Register now for summer programs! You may register in person, by phone, 203-594-3620 or online: register here The West: Fact and…
Read More »Register now for summer programs! You may register in person, by phone, 203-594-3620 or online: register here The West: Fact and Fiction, Reality and Myth Final Episode Tuesday, June 27, 1 pm, free The West - Episode 6 Lapham YouTube…
Read More »Register now for summer programs! Don't forget we are doing Pizza on the Patio on Wednesday June 7th, 5-7 pm to kick off the summer season! Give us a call at 203-594-3620 if you plan on attending so we have enough pizza, $5.00 at the door.…
Read More »Register now for summer programs! Don't forget we are doing Pizza on the Patio on Wednesday June 7th at 5-7 pm to kick off the summer season! Give us a call at 203-594-3620 if you plan on attending so we have enough pizza, $5.00 at the door. …
Read More »Register now for summer programs! Lapham's Summer Newsletter June Calendar New Canaan's Parks and Recreation Department and Lapham Center have a new registration website. To register for our programs you must have an account on the new website. …
Read More »Wishing you a Happy Memorial Day! Aggie, Kathy and Steph Lapham will be closed Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day. Register now for summer programs! To register for Lapham Center or Parks and Recreation activities, you must create an account…
Read More »Summer Newsletter Check out our upcoming events and programs and register on our NEW website! To register for Lapham Center or Parks and Recreation activities, you must create an account on the new website! If you need assistance, call us…
Read More »New website for Lapham Center and the Parks and Recreation Department To register for Lapham Center or Parks and Recreation activities, you must create an account on the new website! If you need assistance, call us at 203-594- 3620 or stop by…
Read More »Please take a moment and read through our summer newsletter. We have a brand new website! It will be for all things related to New Canaan Recreation. Lapham Center is part of the New Canaan Recreation Department. It will make signing up…
Read More »On Friday, April 28, please use the double door entrance in the front of the building to enter and exit Lapham. All other entrances will be locked as carpets are being cleaned in the building. In case of emergency, all doors may be used to exit the…
Read More »Lapham Center offerings Exercise, history, canasta, mah-jongg, special events, and around town information. Make sure you scroll all the way to the end for information on the new booster shot. Spring Newsletter April Calendar Gentle Chair…
Read More »Lapham Community Center Spring Newsletter April Calendar New Canaan's Clean Energy Assets presented by Mark Robbins Thursday, April 20, 12:30 pm, free A Lunch and Learn Program sponsored by Staying Put in New Canaan Join Mark Robbins,…
Read More »Lapham Center Day Trips All trips are open to anyone you don't have to live in New Canaan to go on a Lapham Day Trip Culinary Institute Lunch and Tour Tuesday, May 23, $140 per person Lunch at C.I.A’s Caterina De’ Medici…
Read More »Lapham is open to all adult residents of New Canaan. View our spring newsletter for details on classes and events Call us to reserve space for your book group, meeting or games! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE with a username and password Or…
Read More »Lapham is open to all adult residents of New Canaan. View our spring newsletter for details on classes and events Call us to reserve space for your book group, meeting or games! Click Here to Register Online with a username and password Or…
Read More »Lapham is open to all adult residents of New Canaan. View our spring newsletter for details on classes and events CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE with a username and password Or register in person or call 203-594-3620 Spring Newsletter FREE…
Read More »Lapham is open to all adult residents of New Canaan. View our spring newsletter for details on classes and events CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE with a username and password Or register in person or call 203-594-3620. Spring…
Read More »Join us for new classes and free programs! Lapham is open to all New Canaan Residents Free Programs - Registration Required To register click the box directly below the event. To receive more information call us 203-594-3620. Please take…
Read More »Join us for new classes and free programs! Lapham is open to all New Canaan Residents Free Programs - Registration Required To register click the box directly below the event. To receive more information call us 203-594-3620. Please take a…
Read More »Day light savings happened this weekend please remember to replace smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector batteries!' Spring Newsletter Registration is open! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE with a username and password Or register in…
Read More »Lapham Community Center News - March 9, 2023 Spring Newsletter Registration is open! Register online, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE with a username and password in person or call 203-594-3620. March Calendar Irish Step Dancers…
Read More »Spring Newsletter Registration is open! Register online, in person or call 203-594-3620. March Calendar Programs and classes starting this week Monday Watercolor Classical Music History French Conversation, Spanish Conversation…
Read More »Spring Newsletter Registration is open! Register online, in person or call 203-594-3620. March Calendar The Crusades - An Overview Monday, March 6, 10 a.m., free The Crusades lasted nearly two hundred years, and remains a bizarre and…
Read More »Click Here to View the Information About Lapham Community Center The : Spring Newsletter…
Read More »Lapham Center will be closed Monday, February 20 for Presidents' Day. February Calendar Art Gottlieb presents: Harry S. Truman, Tuesday, February 21, 10:00 a.m., $10 Thrust into the presidency upon the death of Franklin Roosevelt, most…
Read More »Lapham Center will be closed Monday, February 20 for Presidents' Day. February Calendar Art Gottlieb presents: Franklin D. Roosevelt, February 14, 10:00 a.m., $10 FDR is remembered for leading the United States through the Great Depression and…
Read More »Beginning Mah Jongg with Joan Allocca February 13, 14 and 15, 9 am - noon, $45 Joan Allocca has taught Mah Jongg for years and will introduce you to this popular and exciting tile game. Register online, in person or call us at 203-594-3620. Class…
Read More »Lapham Community Center News - February 5, 2023 Winter Newsletter February Calendar Beginning Mah Jongg with Joan Allocca February 13, 14 and 15, 9 am - noon, $45 Joan Allocca has taught Mah Jongg for years and will introduce you to this…
Read More »Beginning Mah Jongg with Joan Allocca February 13, 14 and 15, 9 am - noon, $45 Joan Allocca has taught Mah Jongg for years and will introduce you to this popular and exciting tile game. Register online, in person or call us at 203-594-3620.…
Read More »Cooking with Megan - Vegetables Tuesday, January 24, 10:00 - 11:30 am, $20 pay at the door Megan Morales will make three dishes with cauliflower* (A substitute may be used depending on availability.*) There will be something to please all…
Read More »Life Reimagined Thursday, January 19, 1 p.m., free All our welcome to attend this informal and friendly group discussion of who we were, who we are, and creative ways to explore our interests, abilities, knowledge, and activities in connection…
Read More »Register now for classes starting in January! We will prorate classes that have started already. Try one exercise class for free! Start off the new year being good to yourself! Call us at 203-594-3620 if you have any questions. Winter…
Read More »Happy New Year! Keep your New Year's resolution at Lapham! Join an exercise class Learn a new skill or hobby Spend more time with friends... Register now for classes starting in January! We will prorate classes that have started…
Read More »Happy New Year! Lapham will close at 1:30 pm on Friday, December 30 and reopen on Tuesday, January 3. Keep your New Year's resolution at Lapham! Join an exercise class Learn a new skill or hobby Spend more time with friends... Register…
Read More »We wish you merry holidays, we wish you merry holidays, we wish you merry holidays and the happiest New Year! With love and appreciation for our Lapham Family, Aggie, Kathy and Steph Thank you to the Exchange Club of New Canaan for hosting the…
Read More »Medicare Part D Savings for 2022 was a whopping $218,000! We are very grateful to our Medicare Part D volunteer counselors: Dick, Neville, Harvey Place, Sally and Kim Campbell for helping New Canaan residents review their Medicare Part D plans.…
Read More »December 6, 7 and 8 10 am - 2 pm Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade gifts and decorations. Proceeds benefit the Veterans' Wreath Project. Winter Classes are starting! Register now! Winter Newsletter December Calendar Final Days of Medicare…
Read More »Click here to View the Information About Lapham Community Center News - November 28, 2022
Read More »The Winter Newsletter is Here! Register for classes today! Winter Newsletter Medicare Part D Open Enrollment ends December 7th Schedule your Medicare Part D Counseling appointment today. For appointments call 203-594-3620 or scroll to…
Read More »November Calendar Medicare Part D Open Enrollment ends December 7th Over $100,000 saved with Lapham counseling appointments Schedule your Medicare Part D Counseling appointment today. For appointments call 203-594-3620 or scroll to bottom…
Read More »Be on the lookout The winter newsletter is coming soon! November Calendar Schedule your Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right coverage. To make an appointment, call us at 203-594-3620, or…
Read More »November Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter Schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right coverage. To make an appointment, call us at 203-594-3620, or scroll to bottom of the page to use…
Read More »November Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter Remember To VoteTomorrow! Tuesday, November 8 is Election Day Click here to find where to VOTE Schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right…
Read More »November Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter Schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right coverage. To make an appointment, call us at 203-594-3620, or scroll to bottom of the page to use the…
Read More »Schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right coverage. To make an appointment, call us at 203-594-3620, or scroll to bottom of the page to use the registration link. Please have the following…
Read More »October Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter Schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment today. Reviewing your plan ensures you have the right coverage. To make an appointment, call us at 203-594-3620, or scroll to bottom of the page to use the…
Read More »Remember to schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment, scroll to bottom of the page and pick an appointment date and time, or call us at 203-594-3620 and we will be happy to make you an appointment. October Calendar Lapham's Fall…
Read More »October Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter To schedule a Medicare Counseling appointment, scroll to bottom of the page or call us at 203-594-3620 What's New in Downtown New Canaan? Monday, October 24, 11 am, free Join Laura Budd, Executive…
Read More »Coffee and Conversation with Cops An inside look at Police Academy Training Thursday, October 13, 1 pm, free Register Here Healthy topics for better living with Mike Bacon Wednesday, October 19, free lunch noon, program 12:30 pm Join Mike…
Read More »Lapham Center will be closed Monday, October 10 October Calendar Lapham's Fall Newsletter To Register for Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Counseling Scroll to bottom of page! Coffee and Conversation with Cops An inside look at Police…
Read More »Lapham Center will be closed Monday, October 10th for the holiday. Medicare Part D Open Enrollment & Flu Clinic sign-ups are below Now is the time to register! Coffee and Conversation with Cops An inside look at Police Academy…
Read More »Registration ends Monday for Barbecue and Line Dancing and the West Point Tour and Lunch Barbecue and Line Dancing Thursday, October 6, $25 Join us for a perfect fall evening from 5 to 7 with a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a line dancing…
Read More »Last chance to register! Barbecue and Line Dancing Thursday, October 6, 5 -7 pm, $25 Registration closes on Monday, October 3 Join us for a perfect fall evening with a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a line dancing lesson. Wear comfortable…
Read More »Lapham Center Come for class; stay for community Fall 2022 Newsletter September Calendar Register in person, by phone, mail, or online. To register online, you must have a username and password; call us if you need help with online…
Read More »Lapham Center Come for class; stay for community Fall 2022 Newsletter September Calendar Register in person, by phone, mail, or online. To register online, you must have a username and password; call us if you need help with online…
Read More »Lapham Center Come for class; stay for community Fall 2022 Newsletter September Calendar You may register in person, by phone, mail, or online. To register online, you must have a username and password; call us if you need help with…
Read More »Lapham Center is your community center! Open to ALL New Canaan residents over the age of 21! Check out our newsletter for dozens of fun, entertaining, and educational activities and events Come for class; stay for community You may register…
Read More »Lapham's Fall Newsletter is here! With over 75 fun, entertaining, and educational experiences just for you! Come for class; stay for community You may register in person, by phone, by mail, or online. If you want a paper copy of the…
Read More »The Fall Newsletter is here! Browse through Lapham's newsletter with 75+ fun, entertaining, and educational experiences just for you. Aggie, Kathy, and Stephanie Come for class; stay for community You may register in person, by phone, by…
Read More »Lapham Center is your community center! Open to ALL New Canaan residents over the age of 21! Check out our newsletter for dozens of fun, entertaining, and educational activities and events Come for class; stay for community You may register in…
Read More »The Fall Newsletter is here! Browse through Lapham's newsletter with 75+ fun, entertaining, and educational experiences just for you. Aggie, Kathy, and Stephanie Come for class; stay for community You may register in person, by phone, by…
Read More »The Fall Newsletter is here! Please note Lapham Center will be closed Friday, September 2nd for maintenance. We hope you take some time to read through Lapham's Fall 2022 newsletter & September calendar. We have been hard at work creating a…
Read More »Dinner on the Patio Wednesday, August 24, 5 - 7 pm Pack a picnic dinner and join your friends on the patio. End the evening at the Waveny Concert featuring The Bookends playing hits from the 60's and 70s. Concert begins at 7:30 pm. Medicare…
Read More »Please take our brief survey to help us plan for the fall. Lapham Community Center Survey Seeking talented instructors and program ideas for the fall If you have a skill or interest you would like to share or an idea for a trip, class or…
Read More »The Heat is on! Lapham Center and New Canaan Library will be open as cooling centers. Read information below for more details from OEM Please take our brief survey to help guide us as we work on plans for the fall. Lapham Community Center…
Read More »The Summer Newsletter is here! Register online, in-person or by phone 203-594-3620 Summer Newsletter Mark Albertson Presents Politics of the Dollar Mondays, July 11 - August 1, 10:30 am, free More than a means to invest and pay bills, the…
Read More »The Summer Newsletter is here! Register online, in-person or by phone 203-594-3620 Summer Newsletter Wonderful Wednesdays at Lapham! Please join us for some mid-week fun! Free Craft Class! Wednesday, July 6th, at 10 am Join in the fun of…
Read More »Last Call Old-Timey Fun: Coney Island Style Lunch, Games, and Prizes Please Register below Tuesday, June 28, 12 pm, $10 pay at the door It's time to Party! Games, Nathan's hot dogs, potato salad, popcorn, peanuts,…
Read More »Click Here to view the Lapham Community CenterThe Summer Newsletter - June 22, 2022
Read More »The Summer Newsletter is here! Register online, in-person or by phone 203-594-3620 Summer Newsletter ***LAST CALL!*** Coney Island Architecture A presentation by Art Gottlieb Monday, June 20, 1 pm, FREE Nothing says "SUMMER" quite like…
Read More »Click Here to view the Lapham Community Center Summer Newsletter - June 11, 2022
Read More »The Summer Newsletter is here! Register online, in-person or by phone 203-594-3620 Summer Newsletter DON'T MISS THIS PROGRAM! Baseball: America's Favorite Pastime Monday, June 13, 1 pm, free Presented by Kelley Franco Throop, former…
Read More »The Summer Newsletter is here! Register online, in-person or by phone 203-594-3620 Summer Newsletter Reminder Saturday, June 4, 2022, at 10:30 am Waveny Pool Dedication Ceremony honoring Steve Benko The Town pool in Waveny Park will be…
Read More »Click here to view the Information About Lapham Community Center Summer Newsletter - May 31,…
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