Baldwin Center Programs and Activities

In celebration of Pride Month, The Baldwin Center will welcome Jillian Celentano. Jillian is a transgender woman who began her transition in 2016 at the age of 55. She has her Masters in Social Work, is a community liaison for the Yale Gender Program and is also working at a private practice as a therapist and educator for the transgender/gender diverse community.
Jillian will explore topics and issues of developmental stages across the lifespan of the trans population. The audience will become familiar with basic language and terminology, and will develop a basic understanding of the transgender/gender diverse community.

This program is the first of its kind at The Baldwin Center and aligns with our goal of celebrating equity and diversity. Baldwin Center will be present to assist in facilitating discussion, as well as to ensure this remains a safe and open-minded space for learning and discussion.
There is no fee for this program. Pre-Registration is required. Please call 203-385-4050 OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

As we celebrate Juneteenth, we welcome Kimberly Wilson, award-winning creator and actor of “A JOURNEY” Musical One-Woman Show about the Black experience as told by a Black woman. In this powerful performance, seven women, whose lives span hundreds of years, tell their stories of faith, hope, and a sense of calling that truly has helped shape American History.

Love and truth form the foundation of this inspirational performance. The women featured in the show like Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks and more, had the courage to make their dreams a reality that not only elevated their own lives, but also helped lay the foundation for future generations. Through song, movement, and dialogue Kimberly brings these characters, their triumphs, and truths to life.

Each performance is immediately followed by an audience talkback.
There is no fee for this program. Pre-Registration is required. Please call 203-385-4050 OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Summer is in full swing!... Let’s enjoy! Delicious bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches and home fries will be served along with coffee, juice and water! Come spend the morning with friends, and enjoy bingo @ the beach, as well as some of our favorite summer games like bocce, corn hole and ladder ball. Tickets are $2 and are available for purchase at The Baldwin Center. Please plan to purchase tickets in advance, as there is an event capacity.

Come enjoy a game of cornhole with friends and a cup of coffee on us!
There is no fee for this program. Pre-Registration is required. Please call 203-385-4050 OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Join us at The Baldwin Center as we celebrate Make Music Day!
Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, Make Music celebrates on the same day in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries around the world!
For more information please visit: https://www.makemusicday.org
Join one of our classes that incorporates music, learn to play a ukulele and/or just sing along, get up and dance with our monthly Senior Connection Dance Party with some added KARAOKE fun!

There are no fees for Make Music Day Programs. Pre-Registration is required. Please call 203-385-4050 or register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot! If registering by phone, please indicate you are registering for a “Make Music Day” program. (i.e. Make Music Day Sit & Dance, Make Music Day, And the Beat Goes On).

Say goodbye to “clipping” coupons, and say HELLO to “digital couponing”!
30 minute one-on-one instructional sessions. Please call 203-385-4050 to reserve your spot. Online registration is NOT available for this class. Please note there are only 6 appointment and will be given on first come first serve basis.

Join artist Gayle Caro and explore the many facets of art including drawing, painting, collage, photography, sculpting, swirling painting, and more!
There 6-week sessions will be project oriented. Work will be done individually and collectively on projects that will be fun, as well as rewarding.
Come and enjoy the wonderful world of art, which promises joy, camaraderie and of course, the reward of learning a variety of artistic skills.
Bring a sketch book and pencils to get you started!

Pre-Registration is required. $45 Enrollment Fee ($7.50/class) is due prior to start of first class. Fee can be paid by cash or check.
Please call 203-385-4050 to reserve your spot.
Online registration is NOT available for this class.

$5 class fee is due prior to start of class. Fee can be paid by cash or check. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

$3 class fee is due prior to start of class. Fee can be paid by cash or check.
Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Disposable cards provided, but please bring your own toppers. We play for fun!... no cash prizes. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Come join this spirited and energetic group of walkers!
Donations are welcome. Pre-Registration is required. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

“Cardio drumming combines cardio exercise and drumming to the rhythm of music in an easy but effective workout”- drummagazine.com/cardiodrumming/
There is no fee. Donations are welcome. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.
***There is a class capacity of 35 participants***

Class is free for YMCA Members who have Renew Active. For those who do not, there is a $3 class fee due prior to the start of the class.
Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

$5 class fee is prior to start of class. Fee can be paid by cash or check. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

This month: June 15th, 2023
Join Danielle Ramos, CDP of National Health Care for an hour of “Brain Games & Trivia” to keep your mind sharp with word games, word puzzles, and variety of trivia!... Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Mondays & Wednesdays @ 10am (NO CLASSES 6/7/2023. Sit & Dance on June 21st will be part of “Make Music Day” at 11am. If you want to register for Make Music Day Sit & Dance at 11 on 6/21, you must indicate that at time registration.)
Join this upbeat, seated dance and exercise class. You will get your workout while having a great time! There is no fee. Donations are welcome. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

$5 class is due prior to start of first class. Fee can be paid by cash or check.
Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Join the “Senior Connection Crew” for seated dance, followed by 30 minutes of relaxation & meditation led by Senior Connection Coordinator Caitlyn Koripsky.
There is no fee. Donations are welcomed. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

$3 class fee is due prior to start of class. Fee can be paid by cash or check. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

$3 class fee is due prior to start of class. Fee can be paid by cash or check.
Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

As always, no previous art experience required! Bring only yourself, your smile, and your imagination!
There is no fee. Donations are welcome. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Just bring your dancin’ shoes!
There is no fee. Donations are welcome. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Love, Simon
Wednesday, June 7th @ 1:45 pm
“Simon Spier keeps a huge secret from his family, his friends and all of his classmates: he’s gay. When that secret is threatened, Simon must face everyone and come to terms with his identity.”

MANDELA: Long Walk to Freedom
Tuesday, June 20th @ 1:45 pm
“A chronicle of Nelson Mandela’s life journey from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa”.

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Friday, June 30th @ 1:45 pm
“Tom Hanks portrays Fred Rogers in a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between him and journalist Lloyd Vogel.

Light refreshments will be served.
There is no fee for this program. Pre-Registration is required. Please call 203-385-4050 OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Tuesdays @ 11:30 am, (Mixed Level Class)
Tuesdays @ 1:00 pm, Advanced Class
Tuesdays @ 2:30 pm, Beginner Class
Pre-Registration is required. $23 Enrollment Fee ($7.50/class) is due prior to start of the first class. Fee can be paid by cash or check. Please call 203-385-4050 to reserve your spot. Online registration is NOT available for this class.

Norwalk Senior Center Transportation departs from the Baldwin Center at 10am sharp. Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 is required to board the bus. Masks are mandatory. Each trip is limited to 10 passengers and there is a 3-bag maximum. There is no fee. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

Join the Senior Connection Crew for an hour of games, friends and laughter!!!
There is no fee for this program. Donations are welcomed. Please call (203) 385-4050, OR register online at MyActiveCenter.com to reserve your spot.

The Baldwin Center Chess Club meets the first and third Thursday of the month from
1:00-4:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room. There is also a basic instruction session the second Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm.
If you are interested in joining The Chess Club, please call 203-385-4050 to get the contact information for this club.

Thursdays @11:00 – 12:30 pm
Call to all Seniors!
We are looking for musicians interested in playing baroque and classical music, ballads and serenades, as well as some popular tunes. Bring your wind, brass, strings and percussion instruments and LET’S PLAY MUSIC!

Ballads & Serenades Spring Concert:
Thursday June 8th @ 12:00 pm
The Baldwin Center Main Lobby. Registration is NOT required

Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:30-11am

Mondays @ 2:00 pm, Upstairs Lobby

Tuesdays, 2-4pm
If you are interested in joining the Ping Pong Club, please call 203-385-4050 and speak with Senior Connection Coordinator Caitlyn Koripsky.

Thursdays @ 1:00 pm, Game Room

Thursdays @ 2:00 pm, Great Hall

Tuesdays @ 1-4:00 pm: Upstairs Lobby
Wednesdays @ 1-4:00 pm: Upstairs Lobby

Mondays @ 11:15 am
Come join the fun!

The Baldwin Senior Men’s Club meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month.
Friday, June 2nd, 2023 @ 9 am
Friday, June 16th, 2023 @ 9 am

Thursdays @ 1:00pm
If you are interested in joining the league, please call The Baldwin Center 203-385-4050

The Baldwin Center’s Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:00 -11:00 am.

This month’s Meeting Dates:
Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 @ 10 am
Wednesday, June 21st, 2023 @ 10 am

If you are interested in joining the Book Club, call 203-385-4050 or email [email protected] to get the contact information for this club.

The Friendship Club meets the 2nd Monday of the Month at 2:00 pm.
Monday, June 12th @ 2:00 pm
If you are interested in joining the Friendship Club, call 203-385-4050 or email [email protected]

Rehearsals are on Fridays @ 1 pm

Baldwin Players “Broadway Memories” Show
Friday, June 23rd @ 1:30pm