Litchfield Community Center presenting upcoming events

For all events, register online at www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-5678302

⏩ Enjoy a movie every Monday at The Litchfield Community Center at 1 p.m. Seating is limited, pre-registration is appreciated.

⏩ Aug. 30: Penguin Bloom (TV14)

⏩ Summer Sunrise Serenade: The Litchfield Community Center’s Summer Sunrise Serenade concerts conclude with:

⏩ Sept. 1: Dale Osterman, Cellist, Vanessa Hammond, Flautist.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, performances will be held outdoors under a large tent. (Inside if weather is inclement) Donations are welcome. The concert series is free and runs from 8-9 a.m.

⏩ “History Comes To Life” Jeffrey Engel presents Fanny Mendelssohn: Music historian Jeffrey Engel returns to The Litchfield Community Center Sept. 9, for a lecture on Fanny Mendelssohn (1805-1846).

Engel will detail “The Other Mendelssohn’s” life, play excerpts from her oeuvre and more. The lecture is from 1-2 p.m., and is free. Donations are welcome. This in-person program will also be live streamed.

⏩ Finding Strength Today In The Workplace Workshops: Ann Canfield, MS, life coach will present a series of workshops on how to be the best you can be at work.

Sept. 15: Workplace Communication-To Understand and be Understood.

Sept. 22: Relationship Building at Work-Our Influence Makes a Difference.

Sept. 29: Training Programs That Work-Learning Meets the Learner.

All workshops are free and begin at 6 p.m.

Smartphone photography basics: Learn about the basics of your smartphone device’s camera functions and how to compose better images using this dynamic technology on Sept. 28. This class will provide a handson, application based introduction to smartphone and tablet use, composition, editing, posting, sharing, archiving and more.

This introductory class will begin with an overview of smartphone camera systems and functionality, followed by applications and practice. It is suitable for users of iPhones and other platforms. Class is from 2-4 p.m. and cost $20 for two hour workshop, materials are provided by the instructor.