Resilient Living Center

April

Thursday April 2nd | 4:00p – 5:30p
Exploring Through the Blue Zones Series: Greece & Costa Rica – Part 5
Performance Studio | 20 Seats Available
Free – Registration Required | Click HERE to Register
We’re excited to introduce our Blue Zones Exploration Series, an inspiring 8-part journey into the world’s healthiest and longest-living communities. Each month, participants will enjoy two engaging experiences: a discussion-based session to explore key Blue Zones principles, followed by a hands-on session that brings those ideas to life through practical activities and shared experiences.

People in two very different Blue Zones- the Greek island Ikaria and Cost Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, thrive thanks to unique diets and traditions. We’ll explore what contributes to the long lifespans of the people in these communities. Join us as we watch segments from the popular Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones documentary and discuss how we can apply these practices to our own lives.

Monday, April 6th | 11:00a – 12:00p
Spring Wildflowers – Presented by The Roaring Brook Nature Center
Free | Performance Studio

Connecticut has a myriad of spring wildflowers. Discover why they bloom in the spring, where to find them, how they got their names and what makes these plants so special

Monday, April 6th | 4:30p – 6:00p
Introduction to Bread Making
Test Kitchen | 15 seats available
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register
Free to Residents | $15 Members | $25 Non-Members

Do you love having fresh bread at home but have never made it before? Join us as we explore the basic ingredients and techniques of bread making. Take home the recipes, knowledge, and hands-on experience to create your own masterpieces at home. This class is not just for beginners, those with bread making experience can always learn new tips and tricks.  

Tuesday, April 7th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Sound Healing Meditation
Led by Daria Davis, Holistic Practitioner
Free | Performance Studio
Registration Preferred | Click HERE to Register

Sound healing can be incredibly beneficial for individuals living with cognitive change, helping to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. The vibrations from the sound can stimulate memory recall and improve mood. Sound healing isn’t just for those living with cognitive changes though – it’s for anyone looking to unwind and let go of stress. The soothing sounds can quiet the mind, ease tension, and promote a sense of calm.

This session will entail sitting comfortably for about an hour, listening to a variety of sounds from singing bowls, gongs, ocean drums, and chimes. This will be paired with a guided ocean meditation, designed to help participants let go of stress and anxiety, and cultivate a sense of calm.

Wednesday, April 8th | 4:00p – 5:30p
Presentation: Physical Activity for Brain Health
Presented by Yale School of Nursing & LiveWell
Free | Performance Studio 
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register

This community education session introduces physical activity as one of the five core domains of the FINGER* protocol—an evidence-based, multidomain approach to supporting brain health and reducing dementia risk across the lifespan. *Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability

What you’ll learn:  · Science linking physical activity and brain health · Body movement for cognitive resilience · How physical activity fits within the FINGER model · Practical strategies for supporting brain health through physical activity

Who should attend: · Community members interested in brain health and healthy aging · Individuals concerned about memory, cognitive health, or dementia prevention · Family members and caregivers · Health professionals and community providers serving adults and older adults

Friday, April 10th | 5:00p – 6:30p
“Spring Tea” Brush & Bow- Painting to Live Cello
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register
Free to Residents | Members $20 | Non-Members $25

Wednesday, April 15th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Gentle Yoga
Free | Movement Studio | 10 Spots Available
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register

This gentle yoga session is designed to help you slow down, stretch, and reconnect with your body in a supportive environment. Through mindful movement, breathwork, and simple poses, you’ll ease tension, improve flexibility, and cultivate a sense of balance and relaxation.

This class is ideal for anyone looking to experience a gentle yoga session, whether you’re new to yoga or simply seeking a softer, more restorative practice. Movements are slow and accessible, with options offered to meet you where you are.

Participants should be comfortable getting up and down from the floor, as the practice includes seated and lying-down postures.

Thursday, April 16th | 5:30p – 8:00p
A Night with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra String Quartette
Fundraising for the LiveConnected to Nature Campaign
$200 per person | The Test Kitchen & Performance Studio
Tickets Required for All | Click HERE to Buy Tickets

Saturday, April 18th | 12:30p – 2:00p
Music with ArleneWow!
Free | The Gathering Place
Grab lunch at The Gathering Place and enjoy an afternoon of music with Arlene. A seasoned vocalist and guitar player, Arlene performs standards and classics from the 1940’s through 1970’s along with some original pieces. Learn more about Arlene here.

NEW TIME
Tuesday, April 21st | 4:00p – 5:30p
Building Brain-Healthy Habits
Presented by The Alzheimer’s Association
Free | Performance Studio
To Register visit alz.org/CRF or call the Association’s 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900.

Research shows there are everyday habits you can build today to help protect your memory and thinking as you get older – even reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia. Join us to learn about healthy habits for your brain; the brain-heart connection; why brain health is important at all ages, and how to build your personalized action plan for brain-healthy habits.

Thursday, April 23rd | 4:00p – 5:30p
Cooking Through the Blue Zones Series: Greece & Costa Rica – Part 6
Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
The Test Kitchen | 20 Seats Available
Free – Registration Required | Click HERE to Register

We’re excited to introduce our Blue Zones Exploration Series, an inspiring 8-part journey into the world’s healthiest and longest-living communities. Each month, participants will enjoy two engaging experiences: a discussion-based session to explore key Blue Zones principles, followed by a hands-on session that brings those ideas to life through practical activities and shared experiences.

People in two very different Blue Zones- the Greek island Ikaria and Cost Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, thrive thanks to unique diets and traditions. We’ll explore what contributes to the long lifespans of the people in these communities. Using ingredients, cooking methods, and themes discussed in our fifth session, this class will include hands on cooking to create unique recipes and flavors. Participants will be able to actively participate, taste, and take home recipes to share with family and friends. (It is highly encouraged participants also attend the prior session held on April 2nd).

Tuesday, April 28th | 5:00p – 6:30p
Spring Themed Craft Cocktails & Mocktails
In Collaboration with Worldwide Wine & Spirits
The Test Kitchen | 21 + only | 20 seats Available
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register
Free to Residents | $20 Members | $30 Non-Members

Are you ready for Spring and enjoying a cold beverage outside at the end of a long day? Join us for a Cocktail and Mocktail making demonstration and tasting centered around floral flavors and the new growth of spring ingredients. Take home the recipes and knowledge create your own refreshing masterpieces at home. (This class will be taught in collaboration with Taylor Deegan, Manager of Southington based, Worldwide Wine & Spirits).

Wednesday, April 29th | 6:00p – 7:30p
Music Performance: She’s With Him
Free | Performance Studio

She’s With Him is a Folk/Americana/Pop acoustic duo based in Southern New England. Bonnie Lou & RM blend expressive harmonies with heartfelt originals, crafting performances filled with joy, connection, and an infectious energy that draws audiences in to sing, smile, and share the moment.

Thursday, April 30th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Tips for Managing Uncertainty and Navigating Change – Presented by Dr. Wendy Hurwitz
Free | Performance Studio
Registration Preferred | Click HERE to Register

Funding for this program provided by BRIGHTSTAR CARE® OF CENTRAL CONNECTICUT

Life happens. And with it, sometimes change occurs and feelings of uncertainty arise. How do we find new balance in the midst of change? When uncertainty arises, how can we maintain or regain our balance? This program will provide information and tips to manage uncertainty and navigate change, followed by discussion with questions from audience members. Join us for information, tips, and discussion on managing uncertainty and navigating change. *This is a fragrance free event

About Dr. Wendy Hurwitz:
A graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, Dr. Wendy Hurwitz is a nationally recognized expert on stress. A former medical researcher for ABC News, Dr. Hurwitz is an expert in two fields: Mind/Body Medicine and Energy Medicine. She has a forthcoming book on stress.

Dr. Hurwitz helps organizations and individuals achieve peak performance by enhancing vitality and wellness. She translates the latest and most sophisticated scientific research into practical, easy-to-use techniques people can use to maintain and enhance vitality even under the most trying circumstances. Dr. Hurwitz has provided training for AT&T, Unilever, Lowe Worldwide, the FDNY, and has been an invited guest speaker at the United Nations.

May

More May Events Being Added…. Check Back Soon!

Tuesday, May 5th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Piano Concert by John F. Lomartra
Free | Performance Studio

Piano through the decades.

Wednesday, May 6th | 3:00p – 4:00p
Glee Club Performance
Free | Performance Studio

May 7th | 4:00p – 5:30p
Exploring Through the Blue Zones Series: The Future of Longevity- Part 7
Free – Registration Required | Click HERE to Register
The Performance Studio | 22 Seats Available

We’re excited to introduce our Blue Zones Exploration Series, an inspiring 8-part journey into the world’s healthiest and longest-living communities. Each month, participants will enjoy two engaging experiences: a discussion-based session to explore key Blue Zones principles, followed by a hands-on session that brings those ideas to life through practical activities and shared experiences.

Tuesday, May 12th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Musical Performance: Broadway & American Song Book
Free | Performance Studio

Using today’s musical sound systems, James Michael, an award winning Baritone is able to perform songs bringing to his audience a classic Broadway sound.

Tuesday, May 12th | 5:00p – 6:30p
The Wonderful World of Beans
Free for Residents | $10 Members | $15 Non-Members
The Test Kitchen| 20 Seats Available
Registration Required | Click HERE to Register 

Discover the versatility, flavor, and nutritional power of beans in this engaging class. Learn how legumes can be the foundation of clean, healthy, and satisfying meals while exploring techniques to enhance taste, texture, and digestibility.

This session will be primarily demonstration-based, with opportunities to get involved and practice key skills. Whether you’re new to cooking with beans or looking to expand your plant-based repertoire, you’ll leave with practical tips, recipe ideas, and inspiration to bring more legumes into your everyday meals.

Wednesday, May 13th | 11:00a – 5:00p
Red Cross Blood Drive @ LiveWell
Performance Studio | Advanced Registration Required

Click HERE to Sign Up or Visit the Red Cross website https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and enter the keyword LiveWell

Donors will receive a $20 Amazon e-giftcard!

Saturday, May 16th | 12:30p – 2:00p
Music with Pierce Campbell
Free | The Gathering Place

Stop by our cafe for lunch and a mix of Celtic pop, rock, and jazz featuring Pierce Campbell.

Thursday, May 21st | 4:00p – 5:30p
Cooking Through the Blue Zones – Community Potluck
Test Kitchen | Free | No Registration Required

Celebrate the final session of our series with a shared meal and a chance to bring it all together! Put the skills and inspiration from the past seven sessions into practice as we gather for a delicious, community-centered potluck.

Bring a dish inspired by the Blue Zones principles—or simply come ready to taste, connect, and enjoy. This is a relaxed, welcoming space open to everyone, whether you’ve attended the full series or are joining for the first time.

Let’s cook, share, and savor the experience together!

Thursday, May 28th | 4:00p – 5:00p
Performance by Asian Performing Arts of CT
Free | Performance Studio

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