Lifelong Learning Programs

Demystifying the

Probate Court

Tues March 21st

1pm - 2pm

Stamford Probate Judge Gerald Fox, III

will be here to explain the role of the Probate Court. In addition to the court’s role of overseeing decedents' estates and trusts, the Probate Courts handle a wide range of sensitive issues affecting children, the elderly and persons with intellectual and psychiatric disabilities. In carrying out their responsibilities, the Probate Courts strive to protect the rights of individuals while affording those involved in probate matters an approachable and consumer-friendly environment.

Don’t miss this informative talk by Judge Fox

Please register on myactivecenter.com or

by calling 203-977-5151

Once a month, share a cup of coffee

with our Director and have lively

discussion on a different topic each month.

Friday, March 17th

Friday, April 21st

10:00 am in the Cafe

Or call 203-977-5151

SLN Programs for March & April 2023

All times are 2 pm EST

The programs below are in person live streamed

at the Senior Center

(we have 5 spaces available for those who cannot attend in person)

Tuesday, March 21: Abraham Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Abraham Lincoln believed in the ideal that everyone in America should have the opportunity to improve their economic and social condition. Lincoln’s life was the embodiment of that idea. We know him as the sixteenth President but he was also a spouse, parent, and neighbor who experienced the same hopes, dreams, and challenges of life that are still experienced by many people today.

Tuesday, March 28 : Zion National Park

Zion National Park is a southwest Utah nature preserve distinguished by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive cuts through its main section, leading to forest trails along the Virgin River. The river flows to the Emerald Pools, which have waterfalls and a hanging garden. Along the river, partly through deep chasms, is Zion Narrows wading hike. The highlight of Zion National Park is an expansive canyon. Averaging 2,000 feet deep, Zion Canyon offers hiking opportunities along its floor in the 20 to 30 foot wide area known as The Narrows and the challenging area known as The Subway. Join us as we discover this amazing wonder in our National Park System! ( further updated program information may be forthcoming)

Tues., April 4 : Frontier Army Museum: History of Fort Leavenworth

From the “Gateway to the West” to “Intellectual Center of the Army”. With the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, roads for commerce and travel began to spring up. These new roads, such as the Santa Fe and Oregon Trail, and movement into the west required the US Army to begin setting up forts and posts on the trails. In 1827 Colonel Henry Leavenworth was handpicked to establish a new post along the Missouri River. The post would provide an escort along the Santa Fe Trail, to protect the western frontier and be a show of force to the Native American tribes settled in the area. Colonel Leavenworth, with the officers and men of the 3d Infantry Regiment from Jefferson Barracks at St. Louis, Missouri were assigned to locate and establish a permanent cantonment. The location of the post was selected in 1827 and it is currently the oldest continually operating post west of the Mississippi River.

Tues., Apr 11th: FDR’s Final Last Days and Legacy. FDR Presidential Library/Museum: The World He Left Us: The Final Days and Legacy of Franklin Roosevelt

As the anniversary of FDR ‘s death 78 years ago is remembered on April 12th, we will look at the final months of Roosevelt's life. These months were a race against time as the war, a window to create a new world order and his very life were drawing to a close. Join us as one of our favorite educators, Jeff Urbin, explores FDR's final push to put the world on a stable footing and examines the lasting results of his efforts.

Tues. April 18th: National Mall and Memorial Parks: Presidential Inaugurations

Presidential inaugurations represent the peaceful transfer of power in the United States. National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to presidential memorials and includes Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site, which has been the scene of many inaugurations. Join us as we learn about presidents represented on the National Mall and their historic inaugurations.

Tuesday, April 25th Petrified Forest National Park

Petrified Forest National Park is located in the greater Painted Desert—they are not two separate parks. While the Painted Desert encompasses about 1500 square miles, the park is over 200,000 acres—and not desert! Actually the main environment is short-grass prairie or intermountain-basin, semi-arid grassland. It is dry here, but there is snow in the winter and rain during the monsoon. Explore with us both the nature and history of this fascinating place from prehistoric peoples to the Civilian Conservation Corps. From early explorers to Route 66 motorists, the park has many stories to tell.

This is an in person live stream at the Senior Center.

Please register ahead on myactivecenter.com or

by calling the Center at 203-977-5151.

Open Technology Session

Wednesdays 1 to 2:30pm at the center

Having problems with Zoom or any other computer, tablet or smart phone issues?

You are not alone!

Our Amazing Technology Team is here

to help answer all your questions.

Please let us know what other topics you would like to learn .

Email us stamfordseniorcenter@stamfordct.gov

and let us know, or better yet, hop

onto the Open Tech session and speak with

Stu, Peter or Rouja about your ideas.

Conversational Spanish

with Rene

Monday's

10:00-10:45am

Join this fun group and learn the basics of Spanish and perfect your pronunciation and vocabulary.

calling the center at 203-977-5151

English as a Second

Language

Beginners Level with Andrea

Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 pm

Located in the Mural Room