Encore Club of New Canaan upcoming events

Bunco (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Bunco!!

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 15th

Time: 5:30 pm

Location: Home of Tina Bartels, just over the border in North Stamford

ENCORE is all about CAMARADERIE & FUN!!!

Our Bunco evenings are a great example of the spirit of Encore: meet new friends and further friendships! It's a cocktail/dinner party with a bit of dice throwing exercise ;-). Join the camaraderie! No experience necessary!! There are new attendees every month!

Besides your party spirit, please bring an appetizer, dessert or bottle of wine to share. You will be contacted concerning your contribution. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided.

Cost is $13 - Cash payable at the event

$10 for the Bunco pot
$3 (single dollar bills) for the dollar game

Please Register QUICKLY, before full, and sign up on WAITLIST if it is full! Please View your Registration as a commitment.

If you are on the Waitlist, please leave your evening open in case a spot becomes available. It happens!!

We need tables of 4 to play so do your best not to cancel day of event! Let me know as soon as possible VIA text to 203-984-8712 if you need to cancel so a waitisted member can attend.

Any questions or cancellations, please contact Mary Liz Lewis.

Intermediate Pickleball (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

If you want to join us, we use the TeamReach App (Group - Encore Intermediate). Prior to playing, you must purchase a Mead Park Pickleball membership (adult $160, senior $80, family $300). Encore members w/o a Permit can play for $15 each session, payable by credit card at the courts.

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Encore Mahjong (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

SoundWaters Sunset Cruise (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Encore On the Go!

Enjoy a Beautiful SoundWaters Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a beautiful sunset cruise aboard an iconic U.S. Coast Guard approved 80-foot yacht, a three-masted wooden-style schooner modeled after a 19^th-century New Haven Sharpie! You’ll see sweeping views of the Stamford coastline, local lighthouses, and neighboring Greenwich waters.

When: Friday, September 18^th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

**The boat will leave promptly at 5:00 p.m. No refunds if you miss the boat. Allow plenty of time to park.**

Where: John J. Boccuzzi Park - 200 Southfield Ave, Stamford. Parking is available in the lot in front of the Cohens’ SoundWaters building at this location. Please allow plenty of time (20-30 minutes) to have your parking validated and avoid an $80 parking ticket.

Excursion Fee: $68 per person – No refunds unless someone joins from the wait list.

What to Bring: Food/beverages are not included. You are welcome to bring snacks, a picnic meal, and/or beverages (water, soft drinks, wine, beer – no hard liquor allowed).

What to Wear: Sneakers/boat shoes/sandals with a heel strap all work great. Be sure to bring a jacket or sweater as evenings on the sound can be cool.

Questions? Please text your Encore On the Go! Event Planner: Tina Bartels

Critics Corner (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Critics Corner

"The Best Years of our Lives" & "Tuner"

Date: Friday, September 18th

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Member's home, Lorraine Jacobi

Event Details:

Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
A $5 contribution, collected at the event to cover the cost of drinks.

Spouse/guests are welcome, please include in your registration.

Space is limited, waitlist available.

Any questions or cancellations, please email Lorraine Jacobi.

Wednesday afternoon discussion alternative:

There is now an afternoon movie group called Matinee Movies that meets monthly on Wednesday afternoons at 2:00pm at Lapham Community Center lounge. Please check the Encore website for the exact dates. Matinee Movies & Critics Corner watch and critique the same movies so please join us at the group that best suits your schedule.

The following two movies will be discussed and then rated:

"The Best Years of our Lives"

A 1946 American epic drama film. It depicts three United States servicemen returning from World War II era hardships and re-adjusting to societal changes and civilian life.

Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime video, Google Play Movies, Fandango, Tubi, Plex, Apple TV, You Tube Pluto TV

"Tuner"

A 2025 crime thriller that follows piano tuner Niki White with a

hearing condition that gives him heightened sensitivity to sound. When

his mentor Harry Horowitz racks up a medical debt, White earns cash to

pay it off by using his sensitive hearing to crack safes and becomes

embroiled with a criminal group

Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Peggy’s Trail Trekkers - Intermediate Hikes (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Let's Start Fall Hiking!

Peggy's Trail Trekkers

Date: Tuesday Sept 22nd

Time: 9am sharp

Location: Devils Den Preserve, Weston

Meet at the parking lot @ 33 Pent Road, Weston

Join us on a fast-paced, intermediate hike designed to get our heart rates up! We tackle hills, sometimes rocky terrain, and trails that may challenge our agility and endurance. These are intermediate hikes, so come ready for a good workout with like-minded women.

Don't forget: Water & tick spray. Ankle boots are preferred.

Can't make it after signing up? Please text Peggy before the hike at 203-984-9182.

Let's hit the trails!

Click the Register, then "Confirm" button to sign up.

Registration Limit, Waitlist Available

Questions? Contact Peggy at peggydemayo@gmail.com.

*If you are looking for a slower paced hike, check out “Liz’s Hikes“ on the Encore website.

Intermediate Pickleball (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

2026 Prospective and Current Member Fair (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

You are Invited!

Annual Prospective and Current Member Fair

Wednesday, September 23^rd

Waveny House, New Canaan

Whether you’re new to Encore, a longtime member, or simply want to learn about what our fabulous social club has to offer, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, explore, and have some fun!

11:30am – Noon: Encore 101

New to Encore? Thinking about joining? Start here!

Learn everything you ever wanted to know about the Encore Club, our activities, events, and the many ways to get involved.

Noon - 2pm: Encore Fair and Lunch

Meet the Encore Board members who lead our many activities and events. Ask questions, discover new interests, and find out what’s happening at Encore!

Bring a friend. Welcome new faces. Catch up with old friends. Enjoy lunch. Experience the warm camaraderie that makes Encore so special.

You might even discover your next favorite Encore activity!

There is no charge to attend this event.

Questions?

Contact Rose Bauersfeld, Laura Edmonds, or Sue Greenan

Encore Mahjong (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Gourmet Cooking Session at Sur La Table (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join Us for a Gourmet Cooking Session at Sur La Table

Want to become a gourmet cook in two hours? Learn the tips and tricks on how to cook a fabulous full course meal you can re-create in your own kitchen!

Join us on Thursday, September 24^th from 4:00-6:00 p.m. as an experienced Chef at Sur La Table, Darien helps us every step of the way to create a fantastic paella meal on site. Cut, cook and nibble your way to a masterpiece meal with your Encore friends. And, you will be given recipes for all the creations we make.

Your Cooking Menu:

Classic Seafood Paella

Chicken and Chorizo Paella

Orange and Arbequina Olive Salad

Portuguese Brulee Custard Tarts

There’s more: You will receive a 10% coupon on your entire purchase of kitchen items in the store that evening.

Let’s get together and cook!

Fee: $87 per person

Time: Thursday, September 24^th from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Please plan to arrive at 3:45 p.m. to ensure you have time to park. We will start at 4:00 p.m. promptly.

Refunds: There are no refunds for this event unless someone joins from the waiting list. Please register NOW as spaces are limited.

Format: This is not a seated event. You will be active (slicing/dicing/cooking) with full supervision.

Where: There is plenty of parking at Sur La Table (SLT), located at 106 Heights Road, Darien, located in the Darien Commons. The Darien Commons shopping center is directly across the street from Noroton Heights Train Station. (Use GPS) SLT is located eight stores left of Choice Pet.

Questions? Please text your Encore on the Go Co-Planners: Marcia O’Kane or Connie Bergen.

Friendly Summer Tennis (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Friendly Summer Tennis

Dates: Mondays thru Thursdays

Times: As scheduled

Level: Intermediate/advanced players

Location: Mead Park, Har-Tru Tennis Courts

Each week, you will receive an email inviting you to sign up for the days you'd like to play based on your schedule and availability.

If you are interested in playing this summer, please email Carolyn Prazenka to be added to the weekly game scheduling list.

Tennis Permits must be purchased through the New Canaan Recreation Department prior to play.

Resident Seniors (62+): $80
Resident Adults: $140
Non-Residents: $250

Or, you may pay a $15 guest fee each time you play—permits are encouraged.

Encore Local Theater Group (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Encore Local Theater Group

All Shook Up!

Date: Friday, Sept 25th

Time: 7:30pm show time

Tickets: $35 per person

Location: Kweskin Theater

1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford

Optional 5pm Dinner Meetup - Venue TBD

It's Footloose, Grease and Happy Days all rolled into one zany story! This hip-swiveling musical is inspired by the songs of Elvis Presley and features over 24 Elvis hits!

The story takes place in 1955, in a square little town in the middle of a square little state. A young mechanic named Natalie dreams of escaping her quiet Midwestern life. When a tall, handsome motorcycling stranger with blue-suede shoes and a guitar strapped to his back rides into town in search of a mechanic, Natalie’s whole life changes.

Register by September 10th!
No refunds or cancellation after September 10th
Guests allowed, one per Encore member.
Space is limited, waitlist available.

For cancellation or questions, please contact Barbara Mckay

Encore Book Group (28 Sep 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Book Group

"The Bone Vault" by Linda Fairstein

Date: Monday, September 28th

Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Community Center, downstairs

There is always a lively discussion! If you get on the email list, you will be alerted to changes in the schedule or venue and book availability. To join the group, please email Anne Sutcliffe.

The Bone Vault Summary

New York Times bestselling author of Devil's Bridge and renowned former Manhattan prosecutor delivers a mesmerizing Alexandra Cooper novel set at the crossroads of big money, high culture, and murder...

The Bone Vault begins in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's glorious Temple of Dendur, where wealthy donors have gathered to celebrate a controversial new exhibit.

An uneasy mix of scholarship, showbiz, and aggressive marketing, "A Modern Bestiary" will be a joint venture of the Met and the American Museum of Natural History. With its IMAX time trips and Rembrandt refrigerator magnets, the "Bestiary" has raised fierce opposition from some of New York's museum elite. Assistant DA Alexandra Cooper, off duty for the evening, observes the developing tensions with bemused interest until Met director Pierre Thibodaux pulls her aside. He needs her advice. There's an urgent problem out at a loading dock on a New Jersey pier.

A Twelfth Dynasty mummified princess, enclosed for eternity in a huge stone sarcophagus, is about to take a long voyage to Cairo as part of a routine museum exchange. But Cleopatra is missing, and in her place is the not-so-mummified body of a woman many centuries younger than her royal predecessor.

Who is this woman with the small physique, the dark hair, and the shiny barrette? What is her connection, if any, to the rarefied world of priceless art and objects? And how and when did she become entombed in the sarcophagus?

Teaming with cops Mike Chapman and Mercer Wallace, Alex must explore behind the scenes at the elegant but severe Metropolitan, travel uptown to the remote setting of the Cloisters and its medieval trove of funerary art, and on to the massive array of beasts and bones at the Museum of Natural History. Somewhere deep within the bowels of one of these great cultural centers, a killer may wait.

Atmospheric, chilling, and rich with the kind of procedural authenticity that only Linda Fairstein can provide, The Bone Vault is a page-turning tour de force from one of crime writing's brightest stars.

Intermediate Pickleball (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Onera Foundation Tour (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Visit the Onera Foundation with Encore!

We will enjoy a one hour tour of a hidden local gem, the Onera Foundation. Located on Park Street adjacent to God’s Acre, the Onera Foundation believes that historic and significant American architecture is a vital part of the nation’s culture, worth protecting in the same way we do for other national treasures. The Onera Foundation advocates for the preservation of historic American architecture by funding exhibitions and innovative programming, including art and film.

IMPORTANT: There are stairs to access the building and exhibits.

We will meet at Onera at 11:45 AM to begin our 12 noon tour. The tour will wrap up at 1 PM, and we will then head to Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ) for lunch as a group.

The tour of Onera is free, but since capacity is limited to 12, we do ask that you cancel in advance to allow someone from the waitlist to take your place. Lunch will be paid on your own at LPQ.

Please note that most paid and free parking in central downtown New Canaan is limited to 2 hours, with the exception of the Playhouse lot which is 3 hours. Refer to the Parking Map for details.

When: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Where: Meet at 11:45 am at Onera Foundation at 63 Park Street, New Canaan, CT 06840

Cost: The tour is free. There is an optional lunch following the tour at Le Pain Quotidien with individual checks for lunch.

Cancellations: Since the tour is limited to 12 participants, please let the event planner know if you are unable to attend.

Questions? Please contact Irene Hendricks

Encore Mahjong (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Matinee Movies (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Matinee Movies

"The Best Years of our Lives" & "Tuner"

Date: Wednesday, September 30th

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Lapham Lounge (lower level)

We are excited to introduce a new daytime movie discussion group, Matinee Movies. This group gives more members the flexibility to enjoy thoughtful movie discussions in a daytime setting. We discuss the same 2 movies as Critics Corner. Watch both movies at your leisure prior to attending. At the meeting, we will review and rate each movie.

Event Details:

Please bring a snack to share.
Coffee provided.

Space is limited, waitlist available.

Any questions or cancellations, please email Toni Tucker.

Friday evening discussion alternative: Critics' Corner meets monthly on Friday evenings at 7:00pm at a member's home. Please check the Encore website for the exact dates. Matinee Movies & Critics' Corner watch and critique the same movies so please join us at the group that best suits your schedule.

"The Best Years of our Lives"

A 1946 American epic drama film. It depicts three United States servicemen returning from World War II era hardships and re-adjusting to societal changes and civilian life.

Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime video, Google Play Movies, Fandango, Tubi, Plex, Apple TV, You Tube Pluto TV

"Tuner"

A 2025 crime thriller that follows piano tuner Niki White with a

hearing condition that gives him heightened sensitivity to sound. When his mentor Harry Horowitz racks up a medical debt, White earns cash to pay it off by using his sensitive hearing to crack safes and becomes embroiled with a criminal group

Can Be Seen On: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Encore Canasta (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Seaside Stroll & Fall Bird Migration at Silver Sands State Park (2 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:15:00 GMT

Seaside Stroll & Fall Bird Migration at Silver Sands State Park

Friday, October 2nd, 2026, 10:15 am

We will enjoy an easy, flat walk of approximately two miles—one mile out and one mile back—along the park’s scenic boardwalk. Early October is a wonderful time to visit, with the possibility of seeing migrating shorebirds, songbirds, and raptors along the coastline.

A post walk optional lunch at Joey C's Boathouse, 955 Ferry Blvd, Stratford, CT.

You are welcome to carpool with the group or drive yourself—whatever works best for you. If you choose to carpool, please bring $5.00 to contribute to your driver for gas.

Questions? Contact Shean-Mei Sheu

Powerhouse Theatre - Our Town (2 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Powerhouse Theatre - Our Town

Date: Friday, Oct 2th

Time: 7:30pm

Tickets: $35 per person

Location: Powerhouse Theatre at Waveny Park

Join us for a trip to our local Powerhouse theatre to see a production of Our Town, a classic play which celebrates small town values.

Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, between 1901 and 1913, it follows the daily routines, loves, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We've selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America, and specifically "Our Town" of New Canaan.

There will be an optional pre theatre dinner at 5:30 PM at a New Canaan restaurant.

Please register by September 25th.
No refunds or cancellation after September 25th.
Guests allowed, one per Encore member.
Space is limited, waitlist available.

For cancellations or questions, please contact Liz Orteig

Met Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park (5 Oct 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Visit the Stunning Met Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park, Northern Manhattan

The Met Cloisters, a breathtaking branch of The Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the art, architecture, and gardens of medieval Europe. Perched high above the Hudson River in Fort Tryon Park, The Cloisters is a journey to another time.

The Cloisters is an experience—peaceful, immersive, and surprisingly transportive. Whether you’re a history lover, an art enthusiast, or simply looking for a beautiful and contemplative outing with stunning views of the Hudson River and surrounding parkland and gardens.

Optional Lunch at The Bonnefont Restaurant - Adjacent to The Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park (image is far right)

When: Monday, October 5th, 2026, at 11:15 a.m

Where: The Met Cloisters

99 Margaret Corbin Drive, in Fort Tyron Park, Northern Manhattan

Transportation: Carpool Encouraged

Exit for Fort Tyron Park/Cloisters right off Henry Hudson Parkway.

Carpools meet at Waveny Park at 9:45 am.

Carpool cost is $10 cash for your driver (gas, tolls)

**Note: If you prefer public transportation or if there are not enough carpool drivers, a train option will be provided

Cost: Museum Entrance and Tour: $36 for Seniors; $44 if not a Senior; $13 if Met Museum Member (must show membership card at entrance).

Cancellations: No cancellations unless someone joins from the waiting list.

Accessibility: For those who require step-free access to enter or while in museum it is somewhat limited due to the building’s landmark status.

Questions?

Please contact your Encore On the Go! Event Planner: Bianca Romano

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour - Two Dates Offered (6 Oct 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour

Two Dates Offered!

If you’ve never been, or can’t wait to go back to Arthur Avenue, this intimate, introductory Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour is for you!

Arthur Avenue?

Arthur Avenue is one of New York City's most storied and delicious neighborhoods. It's known as the "real Little Italy" of the Bronx and is home to generations of bakers, butchers, pasta makers, and restaurateurs who’ve kept authentic Italian traditions alive.

The Mauro Tour?

Mauro was the father of our very own Encore member Christina Cappitella Bartels. For decades, Christina's dad took his children, relatives, and friends on an annual tour of Arthur Avenue. His tour! His way! His favorite spots! No detours! No side-excursions! No negotiation! :) Christina has generously offered to continue her dad's tradition by bringing "The Mauro Tour" to Encore! This introductory tour is your chance to experience the flavors, the history, and the atmosphere that make Arthur Avenue so special. It's perfect for those who have never been to Arthur Avenue and don't know how to get started.

Details:

Date: Tuesday, October 6 AND Wednesday, October 14 (Register for one only)
- Click here to register for October 6
- Click here to register for October 14

Schedule: Meet at Waveny Park (in the upper lot near the mansion toward the Powerhouse Theater; do not park in the lower lot near the Powerhouse Theater) at 9:45 am. Departure by 9:55 am. Visit Arthur Avenue from approximately 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Return to Waveny Park at 3:00 pm.
Cost: Pay as you explore Arthur Avenue (pizza, cannoli, drinks, etc.) PLUS $5.00 cash for your driver (gas and parking contribution)
Limited to 8 people
Transportation: Carpool ONLY (2 cars of 4 people each)
Note: Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes. There will be plenty of walking and standing (!) while we are on Arthur Avenue.

The Encore On the Go! team can’t wait to share a taste of Arthur Avenue with you!

For Questions? Contact Christina Cappitella Bartels (Tina!)

Intermediate Pickleball (7 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Encore Mahjong (7 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

EATS Luncheon (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

A fun, diverse group of 36 ladies who meet for lunch 9 times a year. The group is divided into 3 teams (the Cinnamon Tarts, the Spice Girls and the Chili Peppers). Each team gets together every three months, to plan and prepare the monthly lunch for all the EATS teams.

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

Encore Canasta (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Intermediate Pickleball (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Social Bridge Group (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

We are a fun-loving group and welcome players to be members of a set group or as substitutes. Players have fun practicing and improving their skills while enjoying the company of other ladies who are there to do the same thing.

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour - Two Dates Offered (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour

Two Dates Offered!

If you’ve never been, or can’t wait to go back to Arthur Avenue, this intimate, introductory Arthur Avenue Mauro Tour is for you!

Arthur Avenue?

The Mauro Tour?

Details:

Date: Tuesday, October 6 AND Wednesday, October 14 (Register for one only)
- Click here to register for October 6
- Click here to register for October 14

Schedule: Meet at Waveny Park (in the upper lot near the mansion toward the Powerhouse Theater; do not park in the lower lot near the Powerhouse Theater) at 9:45 am. Departure by 9:55 am. Visit Arthur Avenue from approximately 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. Return to Waveny Park at 3:00 pm.
Cost: Pay as you explore Arthur Avenue (pizza, cannoli, drinks, etc.) PLUS $5.00 cash for your driver (gas and parking contribution)
Limited to 8 people
Transportation: Carpool ONLY (2 cars of 4 people each)
Note: Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes. There will be plenty of walking and standing (!) while we are on Arthur Avenue.

The Encore On the Go! team can’t wait to share a taste of Arthur Avenue with you!

For Questions? Contact Christina Cappitella Bartels (Tina!)

Encore Mahjong (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Intermediate Pickleball (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Pickleball

Date: Wednesdays @ Mead Park Courts

Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Details: Organized random rotation

Level: Intermediate

Annual permits are only available to New Canaan Residents.

Go to the New Canaan Recreaction webite and select Membership https://newcanaanct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.

If you are new to pickleball, beginner classes are available thru the New Canaan Recreation Department (under Programs), YMCA, and private instructors.

For questions, please email Mary Liz Lewis

Encore Mahjong (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Health & Wellness Presents Medicare 101 (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Health & Wellness - MEDICARE 101

Presented by Shean-Mei Sheu, Certified Medicare Counselor & Encore Member

Date: Wednesday, October 21st

Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Location: New Canaan Library, Community Room

Whether you’re new to Medicare, planning for retirement, or helping a family member navigate their options, it can feel overwhelming.

Join us for a practical overview of what you need to know—presented by one of our own Encore members, Shean-Mei Sheu, a Medicare volunteer with the CT State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

Topics Covered:

What each Medicare part covers (A, B, C & D)
Supplemental coverage (Medigap) vs Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare and retirement decisions
Understanding Medicare Insurance Plans
Annual Open Enrollment Period (October 15 – December 7)

Bring your questions! We’ll wrap up with a 30-minute Q&A session.

No charge for this event.

Limit 40, Waitlist available

For Cancellation or Questions?

Contact Shean-Mei Sheu

Encore Canasta (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Welcome Back Fall Luncheon (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Encore Book Group (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Book Group

"The Greatest Sentence Ever Written"

by Walter Isaacson

Date: Monday, October 26th

Time: *2:30 - 4:00pm (note new time after Encore Fall Luncheon)

Location: Downstairs at Lapham

There is always a lively discussion! If you get on the email list, you will be alerted to changes in the schedule or venue and book availability. To join the book group, please email Anne Sutcliffe.

Summary - "The Greatest Sentence Ever Written"

"America’s bestselling biographer reveals the origins of the most revolutionary sentence in the Declaration of Independence, the one that defines who we are as Americans—and explains how it should shape our politics today."

Encore Mahjong (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Local Theater Group (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Pride & Prejudice

Napoleon at Pemberly

Date: Wednesday, Oct 28th

Time: 7:00pm show time

Tickets: $16 (really!)

Location: Westport Country Playhouse

25 Powers Court, Westport

Optional 5pm Dinner Meetup - Venue TBD

WORLD PREMIERE! In this sparkling and wildly imaginative sequel to

Jane Austen’s beloved classic, married life at Pemberley is turned

upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon

Bonaparte himself.

Register by October 10th!
No refunds or cancellation after October 10th.
Guests allowed, one per Encore member.
Space is limited, waitlist available.

For cancellation or questions, please contact Barbara Mckay

Encore Canasta (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Friendly Summer Tennis (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Friendly Summer Tennis

Dates: Mondays thru Thursdays

Times: As scheduled

Level: Intermediate/advanced players

Location: Mead Park, Har-Tru Tennis Courts

Each week, you will receive an email inviting you to sign up for the days you'd like to play based on your schedule and availability.

If you are interested in playing this summer, please email Carolyn Prazenka to be added to the weekly game scheduling list.

Tennis Permits must be purchased through the New Canaan Recreation Department prior to play.

Resident Seniors (62+): $80
Resident Adults: $140
Non-Residents: $250

Or, you may pay a $15 guest fee each time you play—permits are encouraged.

Encore Mahjong (4 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (5 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical (6 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

Join us for an evening out in Ridgefield to see the award-winning musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!

Before she was hit-maker Carole King — she was Carole Klein, a spunky, young songwriter from Brooklyn with a unique voice. From the chart-topping hits she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing, trailblazing success with “Tapestry”, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical takes you back to where it all began — and takes you on the ride of a lifetime.

Beautiful is the inspiring tale about a girl who became King with a stirring book by the late Oscar and Tony-nominated Douglas McGrath and the music and lyrics of icons Carole King, Gerry Goffin, Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.

Featuring such unforgettable classics as "You've Got a Friend", "One Fine Day", "So Far Away", "Take Good Care of My Baby", "Up on the Roof", "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling", "Will You Love Me Tomorrow", and "Natural Woman", this Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember and a story you'll never forget.

We’ll plan to meet for an early dinner before the show (restaurant details to be announced). Dinner is completely optional, so feel free to join us just for the musical if you prefer.

It promises to be a wonderful evening of great music, good food, and even better company. We hope you’ll join us!

When: Friday, November 6 at 8:00pm

Where: A.C.T. (A Contemporary Theater) of Connecticut -- 36 Old Quarry Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Optional Dinner: Place TBD

Who: Encore Members + each member is welcome to invite one guest

Cost: $81.00 per ticket (Encore received a 20% group discount!)

*Note: Tickets are non-refundable.

Transportation: We will do our best to arrange carpools, but space will depend on the number of members who volunteer to drive. Must be prepared to provide your own transportation if needed.

Questions? Please contact Encore On the Go! Event Planner Lauren McCusker

Social Bridge Group (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Encore Mahjong (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

EATS Luncheon (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

Encore Canasta (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Rockettes Christmas Spectacular (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Encore On the Go!

Rockettes Christmas Spectacular

Let's get in the holiday spirit at the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular!!

When: Tuesday, November 17^th for the 3 PM show

Where: Radio City Music Hall,1260 Avenue of the Americas in NYC

Cost: Orchestra tickets are $83 each

(No refunds, unless the waitlist is honored)

Optional preshow lunch: The Elgin, 64 W 48^th St. Participants will meet in Grand Central Station by 12 pm to walk to lunch.

Transportation Options:

Metro North: Details to follow
Carpool: Meet at Waveny Park by 10:30 AM ($20 per person cash to your driver for gas, parking) Note: option is limited by number of volunteers willing to drive.
Drive yourself: Meet at the preshow lunch or Radio City Music Hall.

Questions? Please reach out to Edna Calastro

Encore Mahjong (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Mahjong (25 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (26 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Mahjong (2 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Mahjong (9 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (10 Dec 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Mahjong (16 Dec 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Encore Mahjong

Date: Wednesdays

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Mahjong is the classic tile game that originated in China in the early 1900s. With growing popularity, New Canaan has become one of the area’s hottest Mahjong spots!

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Encore Canasta (17 Dec 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Encore Canasta

Date: Thursdays

Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Location: Lapham Center

You must already know how to play.

Join us for Encore Canasta! The first twenty people who respond to the TeamReach invitation will have a seat at a table.

If you would like to be added to the list, please email Geri Rhoades.

Social Bridge Group (13 Jan 2027)

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 14:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

EATS Luncheon (14 Jan 2027)

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 17:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

Social Bridge Group (10 Feb 2027)

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 14:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

EATS Luncheon (11 Feb 2027)

Thu, 11 Feb 2027 17:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

Social Bridge Group (10 Mar 2027)

Wed, 10 Mar 2027 14:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

EATS Luncheon (11 Mar 2027)

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 17:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

EATS Luncheon (8 Apr 2027)

Thu, 08 Apr 2027 16:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

Social Bridge Group (14 Apr 2027)

Wed, 14 Apr 2027 13:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

Social Bridge Group (12 May 2027)

Wed, 12 May 2027 13:30:00 GMT

Encore Social Bridge

Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month

Sept-May (except December)

Time: 9:30am -12 noon

Location: Lapham Community Center

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to join us for social bridge, or as a substitute, please email Simin Zendehrouh.

EATS Luncheon (13 May 2027)

Thu, 13 May 2027 16:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.

EATS Luncheon (10 Jun 2027)

Thu, 10 Jun 2027 16:00:00 GMT

EATS (Eating and Tasting Society)

Date: Second Thursday of the month (except December, July and August)

Time: 12 noon - 2:00pm

Location: Lapham Community Center

Recipes are emailed to members and discussed at the luncheon. Interested in EATS recipes? Explore past Recipe Packs here.

If you would like to join the group, find out more, or come as a guest, please email Vikktoria Cooper.