November 2026
Community Wellness Calendar
Community Prevention, Health & Wellness, and Recovery-Focused Events and Programs
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Acupuncture for Those Who Have Served
Throughout November
Practitioner: Jen Tartakoff, LAc
In appreciation of those who have served in the military, Holistic Health Options would like to offer veterans a complimentary acupuncture session. Free and open all those who have served. Please contact Sharon O’Brien to register at 860-231-6333 or sobrien@mandelljcc.org.
Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford
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West Hartford Community Block Party: America 250: Stronger Together - Coming Together as One Community for All
Sunday, November 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Blue Back Square
An afternoon focused on community, connection, music, family fun, and belonging.
Town of West Hartford.
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Circle of Friends
Monday, November 2 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Connect with others and learn tips to reduce loneliness. For West Hartford residents aged 60+. Call to register: Monique Dixon 860-561-7439 or Deanna Deshpande 860-561-7574. See flyer.
West Hartford Social Services.
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Falls & Pelvic Health: The Surprising Connection
Monday, November 2 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Explore the connection between pelvic health, balance, and stability and learn ways to help reduce fall risk and move with greater confidence. Presented by Lauren Cummins, PT, DPT, Doctor of Physical Therapy at Fyzical West Hartford. Register by calling 860-561-8180 or emailing whsc@westhartfordct.gov.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Let's Be Friends
Monday, November 2 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
A social group for seniors 60+. Friendly and informal meetings. Walk-ins welcome; registration encouraged. Call 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov to register. See flyer.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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West Hartford Prevention Partnership Student Ambassadors Meeting
Monday, November 2 from 6 to 7 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Monthly meeting. STUDENTS ONLY.
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SMART Recovery Meeting
Monday, November 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
A science-based, self-empowering recovery support program that helps participants build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and create a balanced life. Open to individuals seeking support for addictive behaviors of all kinds. Weekly meetings are guided by a trained facilitator and help participants strengthen motivation, manage urges and cravings, live a balanced life, and better understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Free and open to all. REGISTER HERE
Sponsored by Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Election Day
Tuesday, November 3
West Hartford Public Schools closed.
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AARP Community Workshop Session
Wednesday, November 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Participate in breakout sessions to discuss topics and gather important feedback on what you need to thrive in West Hartford at any age. Registration is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome. Call 860-561-8180, or email WHSC@westhartfordct.gov.
Town of West Hartford
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Blood Pressure, Glucose & Pulsox (Blood Oxygen) Readings
Thursday, November 5 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Bishops Corner Senior Center, 15 Starkel Road
Walk in basis; no appointment required.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Sharing Our Strengths and How We Cope: A Multigenerational Conversation with Veterans in Our Community
Thursday. November 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
If you are a veteran or would like to learn from one, please consider attending this session where we will explore our coping strategies and create a list together of suggestions on how to turn difficult situations into opportunities to grow and learn and thrive. Instructor: Judith Ehrman-Shapiro, PhD. Free and open to the community.
Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Wellness Clinic
Friday, November 6 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
West Hartford Town Hall - 50 S. Main Street
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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College Day
Saturday, November 7
Noah Webster Library, 20 S. Main Street
Get in the college spirit with a special day of informative and motivating workshops to help you on your planning journey. Attend one, two or all sessions, and join us for pizza between 12:15-12:45 if you like. For students in grades 9-12 and caregivers. Presented by Priyanka Shingala of Let’s Talk College, LLC.
Space is limited. Registration required. Register for each individual session.
Hosted by the West Hartford Public Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
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Understanding Addiction: Causes, Concerns & Solutions
Saturday, November 7 from 12 to 4 p.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2080 Boulevard
An eye-opening community conversation about the causes of addiction, concerns, and ideas on treating addiction. Whether you are directly affected or simply want to be informed, this event is your chance to learn, ask questions and connect with others. Registration required. REGISTER HERE.
Hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church with funding support from the West Hartford Prevention Partnership.
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Circle of Friends
Monday, November 9 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Connect with others and learn tips to reduce loneliness. For West Hartford residents aged 60+. Call to register: Monique Dixon 860-561-7439 or Deanna Deshpande 860-561-7574. See flyer.
West Hartford Social Services.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid: Two-Part Training Workshop for Parents and Caregivers Presented by JFS
Attendance at both parts is required.
Part 1: Monday, November 9 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom
(Zoom link will be provided in advance of the program)
Part 2: Saturday, November 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Jewish Family Services, 333 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite A, West Hartford
Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges in young people. This evidence-based training gives you the tools and confidence to support the youth in your life. $10 participation fee. See flyer. Registration required for each session. REGISTER HERE.
Jewish Family Services (JFS) and West Hartford Community of Concern.
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SMART Recovery Meeting
Monday, November 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
A science-based, self-empowering recovery support program that helps participants build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and create a balanced life. Free and open to all. REGISTER HERE
Sponsored by Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Let's Be Friends
Tuesday, November 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Bishops Corner Senior Center, 15 Starkel Road
A social group for seniors 60+. Friendly and informal meetings. Walk-ins welcome; registration encouraged. Call 860-561-7583 or email WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov to register. See flyer.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Wellness Clinic
Tuesday, November 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Noah Webster Library - 20 S. Main Street
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Veterans Day
Wednesday, November 11
Municipal offices and schools are closed.
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Healthy Lifestyles: National Diabetes Month
Thursday, November 12 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District's Health Education Specialist will be discussing the prevention and management of diabetes. Register by calling 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@westhartfordct.gov.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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West Hartford Prevention Partnership Meeting
Thursday, November 12 at 4 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, Room 400
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West Hartford Prevention Council Meeting
Thursday, November 12 at 5 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, Room 400
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Attachment to Possessions in People Who Struggle with Clutter
Thursday, November 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall Auditorium
Presented by Dr. Randy Frost, renowned expert on hoarding disorder and the co-author of Buried in Treasures
If you or someone you love struggles with clutter, help is available. Light dinner provided. See flyer. Registration required by November 6. REGISTER HERE.
West Hartford Social Services. Funded in part by Title III of the Older Americans Act through the North Central Area Agency on Aging, Inc. and the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services, State Unit on Aging.
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West Hartford Youth Leadership Academy
Friday, November 13 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall Auditoirum
A one-day training for teens with a focus on mental health, substance use prevention, wellness, recovery, and youth leadership. Open to West Hartford high school students. Registration required. REGISTER HERE.
West Hartford Prevention Partnership.
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Wellness Clinic
Friday, November 13 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
West Hartford Town Hall - 50 S. Main Street
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Hearing Screening
Friday, November 13
(15-minute scheduled appointments between 9 and 11 a.m.)
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Registration required. Call 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov to schedule an appointment.
Provided by Hearing Care Centers of West Hartford in coordination with West Hartford Senior Centers.
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I Giovani Solisti Fall Showcase: Mozart Requiem
Sunday, November 15 and 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
St. James Episcopal Church, 1018 Farmington Avenue
I Giovani Solisti - a chamber orchestra of West Hartford High Schools, performing with Conard High School Solo Choir and Hall High School Choraliers. Featuring: West Hartford Camerata. TICKETS HERE.
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Circle of Friends
Monday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Connect with others and learn tips to reduce loneliness. For West Hartford residents aged 60+. Call to register: Monique Dixon 860-561-7439 or Deanna Deshpande 860-561-7574. See flyer.
West Hartford Social Services.
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Let's Be Friends
Monday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
A social group for seniors 60+. Friendly and informal meetings. Walk-ins welcome; registration encouraged. Call 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov to register. See flyer.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Youth & Nicotine: Awareness, Education & Prevention
Monday, November 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom
An educational workshop designed for parents and caregivers focused on preventing tobacco and nicotine use among youth. See flyer. Registration required. REGISTER HERE.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District. Funding for this project was provided through Juul Settlement Funds awarded by the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) through Amplify. The views and opinions expressed in this material do not reflect the official policy or position of DMHAS or the State of Connecticut.
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SMART Recovery Meeting
Monday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
A science-based, self-empowering recovery support program that helps participants build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and create a balanced life. Free and open to all. REGISTER HERE
Sponsored by Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Diabetes 101: A Path to Better Health
Tuesday, November 17 at 10 a.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
Join Dave Oliver for a practical, easy-to-understand conversation about diabetes management and healthier aging. REGISTER HERE.
Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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TED Talk: Tye Dutcher: The Power of Choosing Gratitude
Tuesday, November 17 from 1 to 1:45 p.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Discussion to follow video; facilitated by Martha O’Neal. To register, call 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@westhartfortct.gov.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Guided Meditation
Wednesday, November 18 at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom
See flyer. REGISTER HERE.
Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Wellness Clinic
Wednesday, November 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Faxon Library - 1073 New Britain Avenue
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Blood Pressure, Glucose & Pulsox (Blood Oxygen) Readings
Thursday, November 19 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Walk in basis; no appointment required.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Wellness Clinic
Friday, November 20 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
West Hartford Town Hall - 50 S. Main Street
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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Memory Screening
Friday, November 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Elmwood Senior Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Confidential 15-minute memory screening done by a HHC Center for Healthy Aging Dementia Specialist. To register, call 860-561-8180 or email WHSC@westhartfortct.gov.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Youth & Nicotine: Awareness, Education & Prevention
Friday, November 20 from 10 to 11 a.m.via Zoom
An educational workshop designed for parents and caregivers focused on preventing tobacco and nicotine use among youth. See flyer. Registration required. REGISTER HERE.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District. Funding for this project was provided through Juul Settlement Funds awarded by the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) through Amplify. The views and opinions expressed in this material do not reflect the official policy or position of DMHAS or the State of Connecticut.
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Teen Night
Friday, November 20 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Elmwood Community Center, 1106 New Britain Avenue
Open to all high schoolers living or going to school in West Hartford. See flyer.
The Bridge Family Center.
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Circle of Friends
Monday, November 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
West Hartford Town Hall, 50 S. Main Street
Connect with others and learn tips to reduce loneliness. For West Hartford residents aged 60+. Call to register: Monique Dixon 860-561-7439 or Deanna Deshpande 860-561-7574. See flyer.
West Hartford Social Services.
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SMART Recovery Meeting
Monday, November 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
A science-based, self-empowering recovery support program that helps participants build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and create a balanced life. Free and open to all. REGISTER HERE.
Sponsored by Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Let's Be Friends
Tuesday, November 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Bishops Corner Senior Center, 15 Starkel Road
A social group for seniors 60+. Friendly and informal meetings. Walk-ins welcome; registration encouraged. Call 860-561-7583 or email WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov to register. See flyer.
West Hartford Senior Centers.
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Guided Meditation
Wednesday, November 25 at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom
See flyer. REGISTER
Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
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Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 26
Municipal offices and schools are closed.
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Wellness Clinic
Friday, November 27 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
West Hartford Town Hall - 50 S. Main Street
Free wellness screenings are provided, which include blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, blood sugar, and weight.
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
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SMART Recovery Meeting
Monday, November 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Avenue
A science-based, self-empowering recovery support program that helps participants build and maintain motivation, cope with urges, manage thoughts and behaviors, and create a balanced life. Free and open to all. REGISTER HERE.
Sponsored by Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford.
| | | Laptop ConneCT Program
Laptop ConneCT helps eligible Connecticut residents borrow a laptop and accessories for long-term use.
Deadline to apply is Saturday, November 7.
For more information, see below or visit West Hartford Public Library. | | West Hartford Public Library | | Educational Opportunities | | West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District. | | |
West Hartford Holiday Stroll
Thursday, December 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.
West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square
Visit the 39th annual Holiday Stroll and celebrate the winter holidays in the spirit of joy, community, and tradition. More information HERE.
The West Hartford Stroll is organized in partnership with the Town of West Hartford, Blue Back Square, West Hartford Chamber, and West Hartford Center Business Association.
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