Activities for All
Activities for Physical Health
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Are you bored? We think we can help with that!
Here you’ll find DIY activities, virtual classes, things to do for kids, and more.
#StayCreative
Meet the Community “Y” Personal Trainers
Are you still trying to start off your New Year’s resolution? Are you looking for a quiet and safe setting to work out in? Do you have questions on how to start a workout plan? Well, here at the Community Y Fitness Center we can make all of these accommodations for you.
POEMZ FROM THE DOME
A Virtual Open-Mic Series held via Zoom on the last Friday of the month (7-8pm) from January through June 2021.
Creative Writing Workshop
Through clever exercises, fun prompts and proven writing tools, this 3-part creative writing series will provide structure and accountability in a safe and stimulating atmosphere.
TEDtalk Tuesday
Together via Zoom we will watch Sakinah Hofler’s talk on using creative writing as a tool to “bear witness” to your own life. Read More!
Community Conversation – The Artist’s Voice
Artists featured in the Perspectives of a Pandemic show share their thoughts on the motivation
behind their works, the process of creating their pieces, and what it is like to be an artist at this
time.
Holiday in the Park
Do you need to get away from your wrapping or decorating? Do you or your children need to get out of the house for a little while? Well the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation is giving you the opportunity to do so. Join us for Holiday in the Park! This drive through event will be filled with music, some of your favorite characters, treats and a surprise gift.
Santa Calls
Ho! Ho! Ho! This is Santa Claus and, with the first snowfall just last week, I’m getting very excited for the wintery holiday season again.
Storytime With A Firefighter
Due to COVID-19, the Town of Manchester’s Fire Marshal’s Office has created a month-long digital Children’s Fire Safety Program in lieu of their traditional Fire Prevention Week presentations at the Schools & Day Care Facilities.
PERSPECTIVES exhibited at WORK_SPACE
Although the leaves are falling outside, in the front window of WORK_SPACE, they are blooming. In preparation of the Equity & Innovation Symposium (on Jan. 5, 2021) the Galleries at WORK_SPACE are cohosting with EquityCT as part of the Perspectives of a Pandemic exhibit (from Nov. 28, 2020 – Jan. 31, 2021).
Update from the Community Y Recreation Center
The Community Y re-opened on September 28 with several new policies & protocols in place to mitigate the risk associated with COVID-19. Read More!
Yoga for Food
Bring a nonperishable food items to be donated to the Manchester Area Conference of Churches Food Pantry for a community Yoga Class!
Barre and More
Sometimes the moment is right to shake off the dust, get out of your comfort zone and try something totally new. Maybe Barre and More is the class you need to shake up your fitness routine.
Sounds of the Forest
Listen to the sounds of the forest from the comfort of your home and realize the numerous health benefits!
Power Walking for Better Health
The pandemic changed so much for all of us including how we move. Learn how the Recreation Division began planning for fitness programming. Keep Reading!