Overview

The White Birch Center for Active Living is a dynamic program offering older adults in our community the opportunity to engage with others and embrace wellness. Through a variety of activities for the body, mind, and soul, we provide a fun and supportive avenue to socialize and be vibrant.

Location

Our Active Living Program is found at the Cornerstone Building:

116 Main St, Henniker, NH. 

The office of Rusty Gage, our Director of Active Living, is currently located on the back of the building on the bottom floor.  Rusty is always available to answer any questions or chat.

Phone Number

(603) 428-3077

 

Hours

8:00am – 4:00pm   (Subject to change based on programming)

Regular Programs (See Active Living Calendar for In-depth monthly schedule)

Bone Builders 

An excellent exercise program developed by the Friends RSVP located in Concord. The goal/mission of the program is to improve strength, balance, bone density, and reduce the likelihood of a fall. The two-times-per-week program is available on a Monday / Thursday or Tuesday / Friday basis. There is no fee for Bone Builders. However, donations of any amount are graciously accepted. 

Breakfast Club 

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with other Active Living members at Intervale Pancake House right here in Henniker. This event takes place on the last Wednesday of each month, beginning at 8:45 a.m. 

Bridge

 Join us on Mondays and / or Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to enjoy this classic card game. Need help with rules and strategies? No problem! Our resident expert and your peers are here to help. There is no fee for bridge. 

Canasta

All skill levels are welcome on Friday afternoons from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is no fee to join the canasta group. 

Cornerstone Carvers

A woodcarving social group that openly accepts a wride range of abilities, from novice to expert. Cornerstone Carvers meet on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to noon. 

Cornerstone Quilters

Whether you’re a novice or an expert, you’re welcome to join the Cornerstone Quilters on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cornerstone Quilters learn work together with expert quilters to create individual and group projects. There is no fee to join Cornerstone Quilters. 

Creative Coloring

Creative Coloring is a great way to free your busy mind. Simply use the soft colored pencils, markers, ready-to-color drawings and other tools to get started. This social group meets every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon. There is no fee for Creative Coloring. 

Cribbage

All skill levels are welcome on Friday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is no fee to join the cribbage group. 

Day Trips

Enjoy a wide variety of nearby attractions via the White Birch Center buses, including bowling, museums, tours, unique eateries, live shows, lazy days beside the water and others. We’re quite mindful of ensuring that our day trips are affordable and are within an hour and a half of Henniker. The fees vary from trip to trip. Be sure to register early, as trips tend to fill on the same day they’re publicized. 

Dial-A-Ride

Administered through the Friends RSVP program, White Birch Center provides prescreened local volunteer drivers to help Henniker residents get to medical appointments. To become a Dial-A-Ride client, simply complete the required forms, contact us at least a week prior to your scheduled appointment, and we’ll do our best to match you with a driver. 

Dominoes

No matter the specific dominoes game, everyone has a great time playing. The dominoes group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month, 11:00 a.m. to noon. There is no fee for dominoes. 

Game Hour

Offering something for everyone, players choose the game of the day. This is a great time for memberes to connect, share stories, and build friendships while participating in an engaging brain workout. Game Hour meets on Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to noon. There is no fee for game hour. 
 

Gentle Chair Yoga

The Gentle Yoga Program led by Yogi Cindy Falabella, practices mostly seated yoga poses with the occasional standing pose while also introducing exercises that promote strength and a better range of mobility. There is no fee for Gentle Chair Yoga. However, suggested donations of $10.00 per class are graciously accepted.  

Knit Wits

This knitting group meets every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon, not only to enjoy the creative time, but to enjoy one another’s company. No matter your knitting skill level, you’re always welcome. There is no fee to join the Knit Wits. 

Mah Jongg

If you’re an expert, new to the game, or would like to dust off an old passion for it, we’d love to have you. Mah Jongg meets every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is no fee for Mah Jongg. 

Tai Chi for Strength & Balance

Tai Chi for Strength & Balance directly addresses one of the biggest health issues we face as we age: falls. This class takes your body through ranges of motion not regularly used, taxesit through strength and balance challenges not regularly visited, and addresses issues of awareness that can help us to avoid falls. Tai Chi for Strength & Balance meets on Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Henniker Congregational Church parish hall. There is no fee for Tai Chi for Strength & Balance. However, suggested donations of $10.00 per class are graciously accepted.

Team Trivia 

Team Trivia  is a monthly trivia game where two or more teams are formed and questions are drawn from the game Trivial Pursuit.  The program is hosted by our Executive Director Marc McMurphy who always keeps the game fun and interesting. There is no fee to join Team Trivia.