Postings
Friday films
The Friday Film Series shows The Band’s Visit, in Arabic, English and Hebrew with English subtitles, 8 p.m., Friday, March 19, Greenwich Library Cole Auditorium; doors open at 7:40; free; 203-622-7900.
Audubon Greenwich hike
John Calendrelli, Sierra Club hiking guide, leads a hike through the Audubon Greenwich sanctuary to search for the early signs of spring, 10 to noon, Saturday, March 20; all ages; free; RSVP required; call John Calendrelli, 860-236-4405.
Irish plays
The Diamond Hill Chancel Theatre presents a concert-style reading of two of Irish plays, Riders to the Sea and In the Shadow of the Glen, 8 p.m., Saturday, March 20, Diamond Hill Methodist Church, 521 E. Putnam Ave., Cos Cob; $10; 203-869-2395; Diamondhillumc.org.
Home show
The 7th Annual Fairfield County’s “Home and Outdoor Living Expo,” 11 to 6, Saturday March 20, and 11 to 5, Sunday, March 21, Stamford Plaza Hotel, 2701 Summer St., Stamford; $10; Ctexpos.com.
Sudoku workshop
Learn the techniques of Sudoku with Nate Tsyrulnik, national Sudoku champion, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 20, Cos Cob Library Community Room; all ages; 203-622-6883; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Psychic fair
Area clairvoyants, mediums and tarot readers take part in the PHD’s Spring Psychic Fair, 11 to 6, Sunday, March 21, Hyatt Regency, 1800 E. Putnam Ave., Old Greenwich; free, readings extra; 203-470-1806; Ctpsychic.com.
Green musical
Patty Carver performs her “green” musical, Mother Nature’s Quest, 1:30 to 3, Sunday, March 21, Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, 449 Pemberwick Road; free; RSVP required; 203-869-1469; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Hog Island Camp visit
Learn about the programs on this island on the coast of Maine, including ornithology sessions, 2:30 to 3:30, Sunday, March 21; all ages; free; RSVP required; call the Audubon Nature Store, 203-869-5272, ext. 221.
History of mapping
Jack Somer discusses antique maps as a record — in line, graphic, color, and word — of the history of the Earth, 3, Sunday, March 21, Bruce Museum; free; RSVP required; 203-869-0376; Brucemuseum.org.
Poet’s voice
Mary Ann Hoberman, National Children’s Poet Laureate, reads her poetry, 3 p.m., Sunday, March 21, Greenwich Library Meeting Room; for adults and children five years old and older; call Alice Bonvenuto, 203-622-7919.
Colon cancer talk
Community Health panel discussion to focus on new approaches to gastrointestinal problems, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Monday, March 22, Greenwich Hospital Noble Conference Center; free; register at 203-863-4277, 888-305-9253; Greenwichhospital.org.
Congressional forum
2010 Fourth District Congressional Candidate Forum, 7:30 p.m., Monday, March 22, Greenwich Town Hall Cone Room; free; 203-622-7700.
Genealogy workshop
Lloyd Sturges, Jr. presents the Genealogy program “Navigating FamilySearch.org Workshop,” 10:30 and 1, Tuesday, March 23, Greenwich Library Technology Training Center; RSVP required; call Carl White, 203-622-7948.
Stone walls talk
Dan Barrett and Anne Young discuss and explore the geology and history of different walls around town, 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 23; free with donation; RSVP required; location provided at time of registration; 203-869-6899, ext. 18.
Volunteer Day awards
13th Annual Greenwich Volunteer Day Awards reception, 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, Greenwich Town Hall Meeting Room; 203-348-7714; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Ucanhelp.org.
Alzheimer’s lecture
Dr. Paul Lombroso discusses “Alzheimer’s Disease: Finding a Cure,” 7 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, Greenwich Hospital Noble Conference Center; free; 203-863-3627, 888-357-2409; Greenwichhospital.org.
Green homes
The Green Homes and Building Series on “Air: Safe Caulks, Paints, Fabrics and Cabinetry,” 7 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, Audubon Greenwich; $10 donation, teens free; 203-869-5272, ext. 239; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Caregiver circle
The Greenwich Commission on Aging (GADC) holds Caregiver Circle, a program addressing issues associated with caring for adults and/or seniors, 11:45 to 1, Wednesday, March 24, GADC River House, 125 River Road Ext., Cos Cob; RSVP to Lauren Ferraro, 203-622-0079; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Supermarket tour
Phyllis Schondorf, a Riverside nutritionist offers “Pick Your Protein,” a walking tour of selected aisles at ShopRite, 12:30 and 5:30, Wednesday, March 24, ShopRite, Commerce Park, Stamford; register at Ask Phyllis, 203-299-5750 or Customer Service Desk, 203-978-0464.
Organic lawn class
Audubon Greenwich holds “Chip Osborn’s Organic Lawn Class: For Professional Landscapers,” 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, March 25, Audubon Greenwich; class qualifies for NYDEC, CTDEP, and NOFA education credit; $20; RSVP required; 203-869-5272, ext. 239; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Go Red for Women
American Heart Association Go Red for Women luncheon and learning sessions, 9:30 a.m., Thursday, March 25, Hyatt Regency Greenwich, Old Greenwich; call Potoula Gjidija, 914-640-3262; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Economic crisis lecture
John Steele Gordon, business and financial historian speaks on “The Economic Crisis: How It Happened? How We Get Out Of It?,” 4 p.m., Thursday, March 25, Convent of the Sacred Heart, 1177 King St.; free; 203-531-6500.
Middle school book club
Book discussion group for teens and pre-teens in sixth to eighth grades, 4:30 p.m., Thursday, March 25, Greenwich Library Meeting Room; register and pick up a copy of the book at Children’s Desk; call Margaret Walsh, 203-622-7915; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
PAWS fund-raiser
The Melting Pot holds fund-raiser with a special prix fixe menu to benefit PAWS, 5 to 10 p.m., Thursday, March 25, The Melting Pot, 14 Grove St., Darien; $45; 203-656-4774; Meltingpot.com.
French cinemateque
The Alliance Française of Greenwich presents “French Cinemateque” with the screening of The Page Turner (La Tourneuse De Pages) in French with English subtitles, 7 p.m., Thursday, March 25, Avon Theatre, 272 Bedford St., Stamford; $10, $6 members; 203-967-3660; Avontheatre.org.
Gator-Aid for Haiti
Greenwich Academy holds sixth annual Gator-Aid to benefit Haiti relief efforts, 2:30 to 3:30, Friday, March 26, Greenwich Academy, 200 North Maple Ave.
Comedy night
A night of comedy with Jane Condon and Michele Balan, 7:30, Friday, March 26, Arcadia Cafe, 20 Arcadia Road, Old Greenwich; $20; RSVP required; 203-637-8766; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Mozart’s Requiem
The Festival Choir of St. Catherine Church and members of Greenwich Symphony perform Mozart’s Requiem, 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 26, St. Catherine of Siena Church, 4 Riverside Ave.; $20, $10 students; 203-637-3661.
Friday films
The Friday Film Series shows Encounters at the End of the World, 8 p.m., Friday, March 26, Greenwich Library Cole Auditorium; doors open at 7:40; free; 203-622-7900.
Adopt-a-thon
The SPCA of Westchester Adopt-A-Thon, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 27, Greenwich Water Club, 49 River Road, Cos Cob; Spca914.org.
Easter egg hunt
The Greenwich Lions and ShopRite Annual Egg Hunt, 10 a.m., Saturday, March 27, rain date, 1:30 p.m., Sunday, March 28, Roger Sherman Baldwin Park; $10; 203-661-2540; Greenwichlions.org.
Benefit bash
The Dravet Syndrome Foundation holds “Ciara’s Butterfly Bash,” 6:30 to 11:30, Saturday, March 27, Hyatt Regency, 1800 E. Putnam Ave., Old Greenwich; $250 and $150; call Lori O’Driscoll, 203-880-9456; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Dravetfoundation.org.
Spaghetti dinner
The New Lebanon School PTA holds annual Spaghetti Dinner, 5 p.m., Saturday, March 27, call Wendy Figueroa, 914-510-3561; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Swing into spring
Community Answers presents “Swing into Spring,” a family luncheon, silent auction and fashion show, 11:30 a.m., Sunday, March 28, Greenwich Country Club, 19 Doubling Road; $100, $45 children; 203-622-7998; Communityanswers.org.
Organic land care
Audubon Greenwich holds “Organic Land Care Workshop by CT NOFA,” 1:45 to 3:15, followed by the film A Chemical Reaction, Sunday, March 28, Audubon Greenwich; free with donation; RSVP required; 203-869-5272, ext. 239; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sailing program
The Indian Harbor Junior Yacht Club summer sailing program open house, 3 to 5, Sunday, March 28, Indian Harbor Yacht Club, 710 Steamboat Road; eight to 18 years old; 203-869-2484; Indianharboryc.com.
Guitarist concert
Guitarist Jorge Caballero to play in Chamber Players concerts, 4 p.m., Sunday, March 28, Round Hill Community Church, 395 Round Hill Road, and 8 p.m., Monday, March 29, Bruce Museum; $25; 203-622-6611.
Toscanini lecture
Mortimer Frank discusses the career of renowned conductor, Arturo Toscanini, 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, Greenwich Library Meeting Room; call David Waring, 203-622-7917.
Heal with humor
Dr. Stephen Jones, President of the Connecticut Geriatrics Society, speaks on “The Healing Power of Humor,” 10:30 a.m., March 31, Second Congregational Church Fletcher Hall, 139 E. Putnam Ave.; call Lise Jameson, 203-422-2342; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Water pollution talk
Leah Schmalz speaks on state and municipal strategies to improve stormwater management and mitigate its damage to Long Island Sound water quality, 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, Bruce Museum; free; 203-787-0646; Ctenvironment.org.
Ongoing
Kids divorce support
An eight-week support group for fourth through sixth graders whose lives have been impacted by divorce, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m., Tuesdays, started Feb. 24; 5:30 to 6:45, seventh through ninth graders, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane. No charge first session, $10 per session thereafter; 203-622-1881; Jfsgreenwich.org.
Tax assistance
Vita Tax Assistance, confidential assistance for taxpayers of all ages, bring last year’s return, 9 to 4, Mondays and Saturdays, March 20, 22, 27, 29, April, 3, 5, 10 and 12, Greenwich Library, 101 W. Putnam Ave.; free; 203-622-7910.
Yoga classes
Greenwich Audubon holds “The Path of Yoga: Creating a Practice of Peace,” including lectures, practice of yoga postures, assigned reading, and journaling, 11 to 1, Wednesdays, March 24, 31; Audubon Greenwich’s Kiernan Hall Nature Art Gallery; all skill levels/ages; $108; register before March 3; 646-338-9299; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Basilyoga.com.
Rotary Club meetings
The Rotary Club of Greenwich holds meetings, 12:15 to 1:30, Wednesdays, March 24 and 31, Polpo Restaurant, 554 Old Post Road No 3; $21 lunch; 203-869-3500.
Art exhibit and sale
Mary Newcomb shows her art work and jewelry collection, through Sunday, March 28; jewelry collection, 5 to 7, Friday, March 26, 12 to 4, Saturday, March 27, The Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave.; Greenwicharts.org, Marynewcomb.com.
Young at art
The Friends of the Cos Cob Library sponsor an exhibit of artworks by students from Cos Cob School to celebrate Youth Art Month, through Tuesday, March 30, Cos Cob Library Stuart Little Turret and Community Room, 5 Sinawoy Road; 203-622-6883.
Theater program
Play with Your Food 2010 season, including buffet lunch, readings of one act-plays and discussion with actors, noon to 1:30, Wednesdays and Thursdays, March 31 and April 1, Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave.Tuesday, April 6, Fairfield Theatre Company, 70 Sanford St.; $42, $40 members $42; 203-293-8831; Playwithyourfood.org.
Art show
Lisa Steffens shares her impressions of Convent of the Sacred Heart on canvas, “Interiors and More,” through Wednesday, March 31, Convent of the Sacred Heart, 1177 King St.
Miniature art
Richelle Ivarsson shows a selection of miniature abstract paintings, “Shrink To Fit,” through Monday, April 5, Les Beaux Arts Gallery at Round Hill Community Church, 395 Round Hill Road, 203-869-1091; Roundhillcommunitychurch.org.
Disaster education
Greenwich Red Cross provides Senior Citizen Disaster Education classes, noon to 1, Friday, April 9, Monday, May 10, and Wednesday, June 9, Red Cross Greenwich Chapter, 99 Indian Field Road; free; registration required; 203-869-8444, ext. 104; Greenwichredcross.org.
Art exhibit
The Bruce Museum presents “Exotic Encounters: Art, Travel, and Modernity in the Collection of the Bruce Museum,” an exhibition drawn from highlights of its own collection, through Sunday, April 25, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive; 203-869-0376; Brucemuseum.org.
On display
Greenwich Art Society presents “Solo Show,” an exhibit of seven to 10 works in oil and canvas by Janet Baldi, through Monday, May 31, Greenwich Hospital Garden Cafe; 203-629-1533; Greenwichartsociety.org.
Quilt exhibition
Community Artists Series’ “A Stitch in Time: Quilts from the Collection,” featuring quilts made by women from Greenwich during the 1800s, through Sunday, June 13, Greenwich Historical Society Museum Shop, 39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob; free; 203-869-6899, ext. 10; Hstg.org.
CPR training
The Greenwich Chapter of the American Red Cross leads instruction on adult and child CPR, use of an automated external defibrillator, infant CPR and standard first aid, various times and dates; 203-869-8444; Greenwichredcross.org.
AA meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held at various times at locations across Greenwich; 203-869-5221.
Stop smoking
Community Health at Greenwich Hospital offers smoking cessation and control programs for smokers interested in curbing or quitting the habit; 203-863-4444.
Monthly
Bariatric support group
Specialists address nutrition, exercise, medical management and other topics for people who have had or are considering having bariatric surgery, 6:30 to 8 p.m., monthly alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays, Healthy Living Center, 55 Holly Hill Lane; free; 203-863-4302.
Diabetes support group
Support group allows patients and caregivers to discuss eye health, neuropathy, foot care, heart health, self-management tools, and more, 7 to 8:30 p.m., monthly, Greenwich Hospital Noble Conference Center; free; 203-863-3929.
Better Breathers
The Better Breathers Club, open to anyone with breathing difficulties or who wants to learn more about them, meets 12:45 to 2, second Wednesday of every month, Healthy Living Center; 203-863-4277.
Brown bag books
The Brown Bag Book Club meets at noon on the third Wednesday of every month at the Cos Cob Library; bag lunches welcome; 203-622-6883.
Cos Cob book club
The Cos Cob Library Book Club meets the first Thursday of every month at the Cos Cob Library.
Dine around
Not Alone, a social network for mature Jewish singles meets for dinner and conversation, 7 p.m., Thursdays; pay your own way; 203-622-1881 to reserve a spot.
Heart support
A heart support group designed for people with, or at risk for, heart disease, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., second Tuesday of every other month; 203-863-4277.
La Leche meetings
Free mother-to-mother discussions for all women interested in breast-feeding, 7 to 8:30 p.m., first Wednesday of the month, 10 to 11:30 a.m., every third Wednesday, 89 Sherwood Place; Bridget 203-247-4363, Annie 203-869-5344; Lllusa.org/CT/WebGreenwichCT.html.
Lyme disease support
The Lyme Disease Support Group helps individuals and families dealing with Lyme and meets the first Thursday of every month, 7 to 8:30, Town Hall; Timeforlyme.org.
Low vision services
The Greenwich Hospital Low Vision Center provides services to persons with low vision in Fairfield and Westchester counties. Open Monday to Friday by appointment with physician referral; 203-863-3984.
Prostate cancer education
The Prostate Cancer Education Forum for patients, survivors and loved ones meets the first Monday of the month, 6:30 to 8, Greenwich Hospital; free; registration required; 203-863-4277; Greenhosp.org.
Stroke support group
The Stroke Support Group, a monthly program of Community Health at Greenwich Hospital offers patients and caregivers a supportive environment in which they can learn more about the condition, and how to move forward after it occurs; free; 203-863-3792.
Teen nights
Teen nights, featuring games, football, Ping-Pong, music, movies, and pizza, 6:30 to 9:30, first and third Friday of every month, the Banksville Community House; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Toastmasters
Greenwich Toastmasters Club, a nonprofit educational organization for adults, meets, 7 p.m., first, third and fifth Tuesday of the month, Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, 449 Pemberwick Road; 914-563-2288.
Weekly
Table tennis classes
The Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich offers table tennis classes for children ages 6-18, 6 to 8 p.m., Mondays and Fridays, Boys and Girls Club; 203-869-3224; Bgcg.org.
Painting lessons
The Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich offers painting lessons with artist Jason DeMarkey for children between the ages of 6-18, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesdays, Boys and Girls Club; 203-869-3224; Bgcg.org.
Middle school TGIF
Middle school members may swim, participate in game room tournaments and dodge ball games, 6 to 9 p.m., Fridays, Boys and Girls Club; 203-869-3224; Bgcg.org.
Mixed media
Mixed Media class offered, learn to work with watercolor, ink, colored pencil, tempura, acrylics, oil pastel and collage, 1 to 2:30, Saturdays, Action Arts, 242 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich; eight weeks for $300; ages five and up; call Rick or Jacqui 203-637-2685.
Young Life Club
Greenwich Young Life Club, an organization committed to impacting kids’ lives and preparing them for the future, holds meetings, 7:45 to 9 Wednesday nights, Fjord Fishery yacht, 143 River Road, Cos Cob; open to any high school students in Greenwich; 203-340-2123.
Book talk
Listen to WGCH-AM 1490 to hear Just Books’ owner Marion Holmes talk about the newest best seller author events on “Darby and Friends,” 5 p.m., Wednesdays.
Caregiver support
Support group for caregivers, 11 a.m., Mondays, through the Friendly Connections telephone program; 203-661-8841.
Guitarists concert series
The Yale Classical Guitarists Concert Series, 3, Sundays, Diamond Hill United Methodist Church; free with a donation of $10 to $15; 203-869-2395.
Moms and Munchkins
Moms and Munchkins, 9:30 to 11:30., Mondays, St. Mary’s Parish Center; 203-698-1540.
Move with Marjorie
Friendly Connections telephone group gets active with Marjorie Rodriguez, 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; free; call to sign up and recieve your packets of exercises and yoga movements to follow along; 203-323-3792.
Parkinson’s support
Weekly education, support therapy, exercise, social activities and caregiver support for people with Parkinson’s disease and their loved ones, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tuesdays, Old Greenwich-Riverside Community Center; free; 203-863-4444.
Stepmother talk
An eight-week series to help with the challenges and stress of being a stepmother, Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., beginning Feb. 10, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane. No charge first session, $10 per session thereafter; 203-662-1881 to register.
Poetry series
Poetry fans may listen to accomplished poets read some of their work, answer questions and speak informally about poetry, 3 to 5, Sundays, at Arcadia Café; includes open mic time; 203-637-8766.
Sight for sore eyes
Greenwich Hospital’s Lions Low Vision Center offers occupational therapy services for the visually impaired in Southwest Fairfield and Westchester County, Monday to Friday, Greenwich Hospital; 203-863-3984.
Take the pounds off
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) helps members achieve healthy weights through weigh-ins, mutual support and education about healthy lifestyle choices, 12:30 to 1:30, Mondays, 900 King St.; 203-863-4444; Tops.org.
Elderly Jewish support
A weekly discussion group for Jewish octogenarians, 1 to 2:30, Mondays, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich; 203-622-1881.
Advanced care planning
Advanced Care Planning of Greenwich offers expert counseling and assistance on advance directives, noon to 1, Tuesdays, Center for Healthy Aging Conference Room at Greenwich Hospital; free; 203-863-4743.
Bingo time
Friendly Connections telephone group plays bingo over the phone, 1:30 p.m. Mondays, 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; free; call to request bingo cards; 203-323-3792.
Cancer coping
A support group for adult family members of cancer patients meets Mondays, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Greenwich Hospital; 203-863-3147 or 203-863-3146.
Group therapy
Group therapy for men and women, 6:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, Family Centers, 20 Bridge St.; 203-629-2822.
Kids therapy
The Den for Grieving Kids, 6:30 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Family Centers, 40 Arch St.; 203-869-4848.
Yoga
Yoga classes led by Renee Ketchum, 7 p.m., Mondays, Arcadia Café; $15. No advance reservations; bring your own yoga mat and water; 203-637-8766.
Meditation
Meditation classes, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Mondays, Arcadia Café; $18 per session; call instructor Jodi Knox at 203-912-5475.
Bible study
A nondenominational ladies Bible study group, 7 to 9 p.m., Mondays, classroom 2 at YWCA; all welcome; 203-559-5171.
Nurse is in
A nurse is on site to take blood pressure and answer health questions, 11:30 to 1:30 Mondays, Greenwich Library Health Information Center; 10 to noon Tuesdays, Greenwich Hospital Cafeteria Atrium; 9 to 11 Thursdays, Greenwich Hospital Healthy Living Center; 10 to noon Fridays, Hill House, Riverside; free; 203-863-4444.
Fitness for new moms
BABY offers AfterBirth Strength, total body conditioning class, 11:30 to 12:30, Tuesdays, Greenwich Fitness Edge, 1333 East Putnam Ave.; 203-221-0163; Birthandbeginningyear.com.
End-of-life care
Advanced Care Planning of Greenwich offers a program featuring counseling and assistance directives for residents looking ahead to end-of-life care, noon to 1, Tuesdays, Center for Healthy Aging Conference Room at Greenwich Hospital; free; 203-863-4743.
Self-defense
Sensei Rick Zimmerman teaches self-defense classes, 5:30 to 6:30, Tuesdays, Action Arts/Old Greenwich Karate; $37.50 per class; bring a friend and save, $31.25 per class for two people; 203-637-2685; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Gentle hatha yoga
Hatha yoga classes for all ages and abilities, includes deep breathing, chakras/colors, self-healing, meditation, nutrition, stress reduction, and stretching, 5:45 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays, Greenwich Arts Senior Center; walk-ins welcome; 203-622-3998.
Christian yoga
St. Catherine of Siena Church offers Christian yoga for everyone, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 10 to 11 a.m., Saturdays, Father Vincent O’Connor Center, 6 Riverside Ave., Room 103, wear exercise clothes; 203-550-8811. Yoga at First Presbyterian Church, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., Thursdays, 1101 Bedford St., Lounge, Stamford, wear exercise clothes; 203-550-8811.
Pain support group
Chronic Pain Support Group, an eight-week program designed to help participants learn how to regain positive emotional energy, reduce pain, and enhance the effects of prescribed medications, begins Wednesday, Feb. 3; free; call Joane Mortimer, 203-863-4456.
Adult support group
A support group is held for adults dealing with divorce, 5:30 to 6:45, Wednesdays, Jewish Family Services; no charge for first session, thereafter $10 per session; 203-622-1881.
Chess lessons
Chess expert Felix Lopez teaches the game to all levels of players, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich; 203-869-3224.
Less stress, more happiness
Family Centers program on “Decrease Stress, Increase Enjoyment,” 6 to 7:15, Wednesdays, Family Centers; registration required; $20 per session; 203-629-2822, ext. 4130; Familycenters.org.
Bereavement support
Join others to discuss thoughts and feelings surrounding your loss, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays, Jewish Family Services of Greenwich, One Holly Hill Lane; no charge for first session; $10 per session thereafter (sliding scale available); 203-622-1881; Jfsgreenwich.org.
Kiwanis luncheons
Kiwanis Club holds luncheons, 12:15 Thursdays, at Luca’s; walk-ins welcome; 203-622-1444.
Exercise for seniors
Mr. Gu’s sitting exercises class for seniors meets to improve internal circulation and promote good health, 3 to 3:40, Thursdays, Group Fitness Studio, YWCA; $15, $10 full and affiliate members per class; register at 203-869-6501, ext. 131.
Friendly stories
Friendly Connections presents Madeline Rosa, who reads love stories, mysteries, novels, and others, 4:30 p.m., Thursdays; 203-661-8841.
YWCA divorce support
The YWCA offers a divorce support group for women in transition, 5:30 to 7, Thursdays, YWCA of Greenwich; Valerie Wallace; 203-869-6501, ext. 174; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
HIV/AIDS support
Greenwich’s Family Centers offers a support group for those dealing with HIV/AIDS, 6 p.m. Thursdays in Stamford; 203-324-3167, ext. 4148, 203-977-5096; Familycenters.org.
‘Perspectives on Aging’Louise Schmitt leads a discussion on health, social and economic issues related to aging, 11, Fridays, Friendly Connections telephone conference; 203-661-8841.
Museum tours
Free exhibit tours with the price of admission, 12:30 to 1:30 every Friday at the Bruce Museum; 203-869-6786.
Shabbat for kids
Shabbat services for kids, Saturdays, 11:15 to 12:15, Chabad of Greenwich; 203-629-9059.
Daily
Volunteer parents
Hamilton Avenue School seeks volunteers for its Homework Helpers program, 4 to 5, Monday through Friday. Must be at least 18 years old to volunteer; 203-348-7714, ext. 231; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Ucanhelp.org.
Audubon movies
Kimberlin Nature Education Center features a different nature movie for visitors, 10:30 to 3:30, Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road; no registration required; all ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult while visiting the Audubon’s art gallery; 9 to 5 daily except major holidays; 203-869-5272; Greenwich.center.audubon.org.