Mystery Lunch Tour with Zach & Diane *NEW POLICY* Due to the popularity of our Mystery Lunches, we will be moving to an "every other month" program structure. If you signed up for last month, please refrain from signing up this month. *REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON October 1st at 6am* Grab your appetite and join us in the van for a mystery lunch on the seacoast. Location TBD!! Friday, October 30th, from 11am-2pm. FREE for Stratham residents $6.00 for non-residents
	Trail Ramble October Join us as we kick off our Trail Ramble Season hosted by local Stratham trail enthusiasts Dan & Mary Ellen Whittier on Friday, October 16th from 10:30am to 2:30pm, for our monthly series of a local trail walks. Post lunch always an option. Please meet at the Stratham Municipal Center at 10:30am. We will be taking the department's passenger van for a 3-4 mile walk at a local trail. *Trekking poles recommended* This program is FREE for Stratham residents. $6.00 for non-residents. Registration required.
	Strength & Balance Class  4 Week Series Tuesdays from 1pm-1:45pm in the Sewall Room at the Stratham Municipal Center. $24.00 per 4 week session for residents. $26.00 for non-residents. October 13th, 20th, 27th, and Nov. 3rd Join Ability Allies to improve your strength and balance! Do you have fear of falling? Feel unsteady? Let us help you feel stronger and more confident! Dr. Julia Miller and the Ability Allies team, will host a weekly class that will include strengthening, balance training and education to keep you steady on your feet.
	History Munch & Learn  The Artistry of the Isles of Shoals Ann Beatty, Isle of Shoals Historian, will present a program on the mystery of island life and the boundless sea that sparks the imagination. Date: October 21st, 2026 Time: 12pm - 2pm Location: Senior Gathering Room FREE for Stratham residents. $6.00 for non-residents. Pizza, salad, and drinks will be served!
	Small Town  Ogunquit Playhouse ***REGISTRATION OPENS ON September 25th** Join us on Thursday, October 22nd, for a community trip to the Stonewall Kitchen in York, ME for lunch followed by the performance Ogunquit Playhouse. We will depart the Stratham Municipal Center at 11:30am and return between 5pm-5:30pm. $75.00 pp for Stratham residents. $90.00 for non-residents. A World Premiere John Mellencamp Musical! Step into the story of a small town in free-fall. Including John Mellencamp’s greatest hits, this isn’t just a musical—it’s a pulse-pounding story of the men and women living on the edge of the promise.
	Private Walking Cemetery Tour with the Portsmouth Historical Society October 23rd, 2026 Cost: $25 pp for residents $30 for non-residents The Private Walking Cemetery Tour is 90 minutes long and led by a private guide from 10:15 - 11:45 am. Join the Portsmouth Historical Society for a fascinating walking tour through one of Portsmouth's historic cemeteries as we explore how generations of Portsmouth residents remembered and honored their dead. Through the symbolism and artistry of the gravestones, discover what these enduring memorials reveal about changing beliefs surrounding life, death, faith, and the world beyond. Van trip - Leave town hall at 9:30am
	Savoring The Season Hannaford Dietician Presentation  Join Hannaford Dietitian, Diana Robinson RD, for a presentation on bone healthy eating. Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 Time: 12:00pm – 1:00 PM This program is FREE!!! Registration is required.
	Fall Pinecone Flower Craft Please join our resident crafting teacher, Patricia, for some fall crafting! “Fall Pinecone Flowers.” These are painted pinecones attached to a wire; they resemble real fall flowers and nestle into any potted plant or vase and bring instant cheer. Easy to make, and good for all skill levels. $ 27.00 for residents. $32.50 for non-residents. ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED! October 27th, from 2pm-4pm in the Senior Gathering Room.
	American Independence Museum Tour Lunch in Folsom Tavern in Exeter, NH October 29th, 2026, 9:30am - 1pm Van will depart at 9:30am from the Municipal Center for a 90-minute guided tour of the museum followed by lunch in the Folsom Tavern. Lunch provided by Stratham Parks & Rec. Sandwiches, chips, and a drink. Cost $28.00pp for residents, $34.00 for non-residents Lunch included!

Weekly Walking Group

Stroll along with Diane Smith and other locals every Thursday morning for our weekly walking group. The group meets at 9am at the Great Bay Discovery Center located on Depot Road in Stratham, NH. Diane will lead you on a relaxing three mile walk around quiet neighborhoods at a conversational pace. We welcome new members! Make new friends while getting fit!!

FREE for Stratham residents. Registration Required.

Yummy Yoga

When: Thursday afternoons12:00-1:00PM

Where: Meeting Room A at the Stratham Municipal Center

Come join us for Yummy Yoga with Diane Smith, certified Yoga teacher and Program Assistant for Stratham Parks & Recreation. Enjoy gentle flow yoga geared specifically for those new to yoga or those who are interested in a gentle practice. This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility.

FREE for Stratham residents. 7 classes for $65.00 for non-residents. Registration Required.

Mah Jong Mondays

MahJong on Mondays from 1pm to 3pm  This will be a relaxing, fun afternoon as we explore Mahjong.

Learn to Play Bridge

When: Friday afternoons from 2:00pm-4:00PM. 

Where: Senior Gathering Room at the Stratham Municipal Center

This program is FREE!!! Registration Required.

“2-over-1 GAME FORCE” Want to brush up on your Bridge skills? Join Joe Watts, seasoned Bridge player to learn and play duplicate bridge. A basic knowledge of Bridge is required. I.e., previous experience with “Party Bridge” or Bridge according to Goren. Also intermediate players who would like to learn two over one are welcome. All supplies and lesson handouts will be provided.

Bridge is an excellent “brain” game with both strategy and social interaction being key. Don’t be intimidated, this will be a no pressure friendly atmosphere experience.

What more information or need help registering? Give the Recreation Department a call or stop by the Municipal Center. Our number is (603) 772-4741. 

• Mondays & Fridays: Bone Builders. Municipal Center. Currently full
• Third Tuesdays: Stratham Seniors (“76”ers) potluck and speaker. Stratham Fire House. Call Parks & Rec for more info (772-7450).
• Tuesdays: Hiking at Stratham Hill Park*
• Wednesdays: Tai Chi. Municipal Center (September- June)*
• *Online registration required to participate. Create an account by clicking here to register for these programs. 

Senior Resource Guide - Information on transportation, healthcare, Town of Stratham services, etc.

Be sure to visit the Wiggin Memorial Library for additional senior programming.

How can I get more details on these programs and events and be kept up-to-date on what’s happening next?

• Parks and Recreation Newsletter – click on stratham.recdesk.com, click on “News” and then register.
• Library Newsletter – click on library.strathamnh.gov/newsletters.
• Select Board Newsletter – click on strathamnh.gov/enotify/index.php, under “News or Announcement” check off the box for “Select Board.”