Senior Chair Yoga
Senior Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga will meet at the Senior Center on Mondays at 10:00AM. As always, reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
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Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
Senior Bingo with Park & Rec
Senior Bingo with Park & Rec
All area seniors are invited to join Kent Park & Rec for our twice-monthly afternoon of BINGO at the Kent Senior Center. It's free of charge and advanced registration isn't necessary - just come join us ready to have some fun and win some cool prizes courtesy of Park & Rec! This program takes place […]
2 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
4 events,
“In the News” Discussion Group
“In the News” Discussion Group
Hungry for intelligent discussion on the events of the day? Then this open discourse program is for you. The "In the News" group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month in the Reading Room at Kent Memorial Library. The group sets the agenda. Moderated by Rick Levy. Free and Open to the Public. […]
Lunch Bunch at KML
Lunch Bunch at KML
Bring your lunch to the Kent Memorial Library to listen to stories and enjoy a fun craft. Individual craft kits will be available. All are welcome; this program is intended for preschool-aged children. This event is on Thursdays in person in the Junior Room of the Library. Registration is appreciated but not required.
2 events,
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Puppy Storytime at KML
Puppy Storytime at KML
Join Kent’s animal control officer Lee Sohl, assistant ACO Jim Sohl, and their dogs for a special story time at Kent Memorial Library! Two of the dogs passed their tests to become certified therapy dogs in 2023! This event happens on the first Saturday of the month. Meet in the Junior Room. Children of all […]
One-on-One Tech Advice
One-on-One Tech Advice
One-on-One Tech Advice at the Kent Memorial Library. Need help with your iPad, iPhone, or Mac? Have questions about: iCloud, iTunes, your Apple ID, Siri, Apps – or something else? Let our technology tutor and former Apple store specialist allow you the opportunity to get individualized one-on-one instruction. These practical, hands-on sessions are designed to […]
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2 events,
Senior Chair Yoga
Senior Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga will meet at the Senior Center on Mondays at 10:00AM. As always, reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
4 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
Senior Rummikub with Park & Rec
Senior Rummikub with Park & Rec
Area seniors are invited to join Kent Park & Rec for a twice-monthly afternoon of RummiKub at the Kent Senior Center. It's a simple game, lots of fun, and best of all, this activity is brought to the public free of charge. Advanced registration isn't necessary - just come ready to strategize, socialize and have […]
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Adult Open Gym Basketball
Adult Open Gym Basketball
Adult Co-ed Pick-up Basketball takes place Tuesday nights from 7pm-9pm at Kent Center School gym. Show up ready to play; no advanced registration or fee required. All players must sign a waiver before stepping on the court. Ring the doorbell at the school’s front entrance to be let in. Schedule subject to change based […]
2 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
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Senior Fitness with Trooper Donohue
Senior Fitness with Trooper Donohue
Meet at the Senior Center with Resident Trooper Donohue for a fitness class at 11am on Wednesday, April 10.
2 events,
Senior Make It & Take It Food Class
Senior Make It & Take It Food Class
New program! Seniors are invited to join Social Services for a small group cooking class. Participants will make two lunches: one to eat and an extra one to take home. Reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
Lunch Bunch at KML
Lunch Bunch at KML
Bring your lunch to the Kent Memorial Library to listen to stories and enjoy a fun craft. Individual craft kits will be available. All are welcome; this program is intended for preschool-aged children. This event is on Thursdays in person in the Junior Room of the Library. Registration is appreciated but not required.
1 event,
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Senior Lunch with Park & Rec
Senior Lunch with Park & Rec
Join Park & Rec at the Senior Center for April's Senior Lunch at 12pm on Friday, April 12. South Kent School has generously donated the food: baked ziti, meatballs (on the side), bread, tossed salad, and cake for dessert. The lunch is open to all Kent seniors. For more information, please contact Matt Busse, Park […]
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Trout Stocking at Kent Falls State Park
Trout Stocking at Kent Falls State Park
Bring your boots, camera, bucket, and muscles to Kent Falls State Park, which is our local Trout Park! Connecticut Fish & Wildlife invites children (and their adult helpers) to stock Trout Parks, including Kent Falls State Park, on April 13, at approximately 8:30am. For the best experience, DEEP asks participants to arrive 15-20 minutes prior […]
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Spring Break at the Library: Frog Storytime and Craft
Spring Break at the Library: Frog Storytime and Craft
Let’s spring into a week of school vacation together with some stories about frogs at the Kent Memorial Library's Junior Room! Children of all ages are welcome. Registration is appreciated so we can have enough materials.
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Art Reception for “A Medley of Landscapes”
Art Reception for “A Medley of Landscapes”
Join the artists behind the "Monday Morning Group" at the Kent Memorial Library's gallery reception on Saturday, April 13, from 3:00-5:00pm.
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2 events,
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Spring Break at the Library: All-ages Movie Matinee
Spring Break at the Library: All-ages Movie Matinee
All children are invited to gather in the Junior Room to watch "Wish" (rated PG). Bring a friend and lunch or snacks and come enjoy this new release! This is not a drop-off for kids under 12 years old.
4 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
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Spring Break at the Library: LEGO Free Play
Spring Break at the Library: LEGO Free Play
Come to the Kent Memorial Library's Junior Room to build with your friends! Drop-ins welcome. This event is for children of all ages. Not a drop-off for kids under 12.
Senior Bingo with Park & Rec
Senior Bingo with Park & Rec
All area seniors are invited to join Kent Park & Rec for our twice-monthly afternoon of BINGO at the Kent Senior Center. It's free of charge and advanced registration isn't necessary - just come join us ready to have some fun and win some cool prizes courtesy of Park & Rec! This program takes place […]
4 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
Kent History at the Senior Center
Kent History at the Senior Center
Marge Smith, Kent Historical Society curator, will discuss Kent history at the Kent Senior Center, one Wednesday morning each month. Please join Kent Social Services and Kent Historical Society for these informative presentations!
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Spring Break at the Library: Paint-a-Poem!
Spring Break at the Library: Paint-a-Poem!
April is National Poetry Month. Bring a friend to the Junior Room for a celebration of poetry and art. Bring a poem that inspires you, or choose from our selection! Children of all ages are welcome to participate, but this is not a drop-off for kids under 12. Registration is required, please register no later […]
8 events,
“In the News” Discussion Group
“In the News” Discussion Group
Hungry for intelligent discussion on the events of the day? Then this open discourse program is for you. The "In the News" group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month in the Reading Room at Kent Memorial Library. The group sets the agenda. Moderated by Rick Levy. Free and Open to the Public. […]
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Spring Break at the Library: Let’s Compost!
Spring Break at the Library: Let’s Compost!
Join the Kent Memorial Library’s Junior Room for a special program with guest presenter Carol Franken Ed.D of the Kent Conservation Commission, on Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m. The program will explore the process of turning food scraps into compost. Children in Grades Pre-K through 4 will observe decomposition changes and learn about the […]
Senior Short Story Group
Senior Short Story Group
The short story group meets on the Third Thursday of the month at 11am at the Kent Senior Center.
3 events,
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Spring Break at the Library: Tween Tie-Dye
Spring Break at the Library: Tween Tie-Dye
Bring an article of clothing or other fabric item that you would like to tie-dye. Grades 5 and up are welcome to join in the Kent Memorial Library's Junior Room.
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Book Talk with Lance Olsen
Book Talk with Lance Olsen
Join the Kent Memorial Library and House of Books on Friday, April 19, at 6:oo-7:00pm at House of Books for a book talk with Lance Olsen, author of "Absolute Away."
2 events,
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Spring Break at the Library: DIY Flower Pop-up Cards
Spring Break at the Library: DIY Flower Pop-up Cards
Gather in the Kent Memorial Library's Junior Room for a celebration of spring flowers popping up all over town as we wrap up Spring Break. We will be making pop-up cards. (Perfect for Mother's Day!) This event is for children of all ages. Drop-ins are welcome, registration is appreciated.
0 events,
1 event,
Senior Chair Yoga
Senior Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga will meet at the Senior Center on Mondays at 10:00AM. As always, reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
4 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
Senior Rummikub with Park & Rec
Senior Rummikub with Park & Rec
Area seniors are invited to join Kent Park & Rec for a twice-monthly afternoon of RummiKub at the Kent Senior Center. It's a simple game, lots of fun, and best of all, this activity is brought to the public free of charge. Advanced registration isn't necessary - just come ready to strategize, socialize and have […]
5 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
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Senior Lunch with Social Services
Senior Lunch with Social Services
Join the Kent Social Services department and new and old friends for lunch on April 24 at 12pm. This lunch will be provided by The Marvelwood School. Please keep in mind that advance registration is required for lunches and other programs. We need to know how much food and supplies to have ready and there […]
2 events,
Lunch Bunch at KML
Lunch Bunch at KML
Bring your lunch to the Kent Memorial Library to listen to stories and enjoy a fun craft. Individual craft kits will be available. All are welcome; this program is intended for preschool-aged children. This event is on Thursdays in person in the Junior Room of the Library. Registration is appreciated but not required.
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Adult Spanish Conversation Group
Adult Spanish Conversation Group
All levels of Spanish-speakers are welcome to join us at the Library for casual conversation and refreshments! Improve your Spanish and get to know other hispanophones in the community. The group is led by Yaznic Mateos.
2 events,
“Relief for Grief” Group
“Relief for Grief” Group
Friday, April 26 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. “Relief for Grief” Group. This is a community group for anyone who has experienced a loss, is feeling grief, or grieving. Grief is a natural emotional and physical response to loss. Every person reacts differently and it may be expressed in many ways. This group is neither […]
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An Enchanted Evening to Benefit KCNS
An Enchanted Evening to Benefit KCNS
Join your neighbors for an enchanted night out at Kent Community House on Saturday, April 27, from 7:00PM to 10:00PM to benefit the Kent Community Nursery School. Tickets can be purchased through the KCNS website.
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KVFD Community Breakfast
KVFD Community Breakfast
Join the Kent Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary for “The Big Win” community breakfast fundraiser. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs your way, bacon, sausage, juice, and endless coffee. Enter double doors on the west side of the building. Prices: adult $8, senior $6, children under 8 years old $5. Cash/check. These breakfasts are generally on the 4th […]
2 events,
Senior Chair Yoga
Senior Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga will meet at the Senior Center on Mondays at 10:00AM. As always, reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
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Senior Lunch & Learn
Senior Lunch & Learn
Leo Ghio, project director of the Northwest Hills Council of Governments, will give a presentation and discussion about topics of interest to Kent. Come ready to discuss transportation and other programs and initiatives. Registration required: ssassist@townofkentct.org
4 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
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Author Talk: Connecticut Cryptids
Author Talk: Connecticut Cryptids
Connecticut has no shortage of cryptid tales. Chances are good that you’ve heard about the Black Dog of the Hanging Hills in Meriden or the Winsted Wildman of Winchester and Barkhamsted. But these are only a few of the mythical creatures that call Connecticut home... Join Kent Memorial Library and House of Books for an […]
5 events,
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Rhythm & Rhyme for 0-3
Join the Kent Memorial Library for its music and story group called "Rhythm & Rhyme" for babies from birth through three years old! This program is for babies and their caretakers and incorporates music, rhythm, stories, and nursery rhymes to spur language development, body awareness, pre-reading skills, self-confidence, and cooperation. Gather at 10:15; the program […]
Senior Make It & Take It Food Class
Senior Make It & Take It Food Class
New program! Seniors are invited to join Social Services for a small group cooking class. Participants will make two lunches: one to eat and an extra one to take home. Reservations are required. Call 860-927-2055 or email ssassist@townofkentct.org.
7 events,
“In the News” Discussion Group
“In the News” Discussion Group
Hungry for intelligent discussion on the events of the day? Then this open discourse program is for you. The "In the News" group meets the first and third Thursdays of each month in the Reading Room at Kent Memorial Library. The group sets the agenda. Moderated by Rick Levy. Free and Open to the Public. […]
Senior Balance and Exercise with rVNA
Senior Balance and Exercise with rVNA
Join Social Services at the Kent Senior Center for age appropriate stretching and balance with Stacie Perachi, an rVNA physical therapist. Registration is required by emailing ssassist@townofkentct.org.
Lunch Bunch at KML
Lunch Bunch at KML
Bring your lunch to the Kent Memorial Library to listen to stories and enjoy a fun craft. Individual craft kits will be available. All are welcome; this program is intended for preschool-aged children. This event is on Thursdays in person in the Junior Room of the Library. Registration is appreciated but not required.
3 events,
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French Fridays!
French Fridays!
Join the Kent Memorial Library on the first Friday of every month for a French Conversation Group in the Reading Room! All levels welcome.
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Senior Lunch with Park & Rec
Senior Lunch with Park & Rec
Join Park & Rec at the Senior Center for May's Senior Lunch at 12pm on Friday, May 3. Kent School will be providing lunch, which is open to all Kent seniors. For more information, please contact Matt Busse, Park and Recreation Director at 860-927-1003 or parkandrec@townofkentct.org .
4 events,
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Puppy Storytime at KML
Puppy Storytime at KML
Join Kent’s animal control officer Lee Sohl, assistant ACO Jim Sohl, and their dogs for a special story time at Kent Memorial Library! Two of the dogs passed their tests to become certified therapy dogs in 2023! This event happens on the first Saturday of the month. Meet in the Junior Room. Children of all […]
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Kent Springfest / Sip & Stroll
Kent Springfest / Sip & Stroll
Family-friendly Springfest will take place from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM with the Sip & Stroll from 3:00 to 6:00 PM (21 years and older only please) Introducing the Kent Springfest/Sip & Stroll... This will be a unique Kent event, where residents and visitors alike are welcome to enjoy sales and events as well as […]
One-on-One Tech Advice
One-on-One Tech Advice
One-on-One Tech Advice at the Kent Memorial Library. Need help with your iPad, iPhone, or Mac? Have questions about: iCloud, iTunes, your Apple ID, Siri, Apps – or something else? Let our technology tutor and former Apple store specialist allow you the opportunity to get individualized one-on-one instruction. These practical, hands-on sessions are designed to […]