This program also has a cultural component where members enjoy day trips to:

   • holiday sing-a-longs & special
      lunches with the childcare students

   • pen pal program with elementary
     school students

   • gardening with the PCC Jr. Planters

Each week in conjunction with the Merrimack County Community Action Program, the seniors are served a nutritious meal and then partake in an educational presentation. The center also provides weekly bingo games, card parties and other community activities that give seniors an opportunity to socialize and actively participate in group settings.

Our senior group has incorporated its own chapter of Red Hatters (Hannah’s Happy Hatters) for all of the gals who thoroughly enjoy life over 50!

Hannah’s Happy Hatters formed in February 2004 is an official member of The Red Hat Society based in California. Women who are members of The Penacook Community Center are eligible to join our chapter. There is a yearly fee and you must be committed to fun and laughter. We have a Queen Mother as well as two Vice-Queens to assist her. The entire membership is encouraged to dream up fun things to do for the whole group. We participate in activities sponsored by the New Hampshire Red Hat Society as well as the Regional and National groups. We have assisted newly formed groups at The Merrimack County Nursing Home, Whitaker Place and The Arches in Northfield. Its all about being over 50 and following no rules except wearing Red and Purple!