StrokeOT 2025 Social Events


Saturday, May 24th: Celebrate Stroke Awareness Month at the Barnes Nature Center. 

Come join us for an introduction to The Wallace Barnes Accessible Trail, Barnes Nature Center Accessible programs, and StrokeOT programs for stroke survivors.

  • Event dates: May 24, 2025 (Rain date May 25) 
  • Event Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Location: Barnes Nature Center, 175 Shrub Road, Bristol, CT 06010

Event details:

  • A group tour of the Wallace Barnes Accessible Nature Trail led by a member of The Barnes Nature Center (2:00 pm - 3:15 pm)

  • An indoor nature presentation for non-walkers will be led by a member of the Barnes Nature Center (2:00 pm - 2:45 pm)

  • Live acoustic music will be available, outside in the field pergola (weather permitting, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm and 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm)

  • Snacks and drinks will be available for a small fee.

  • Raffle baskets with tickets available for $10.00 each or 3 for $25.00 (drawing at 3:45 pm)

Barnes Nature Center Sign-Up

Sat. June 28th: Elisabeth Park Rose Garden Walk/Roll and Picnic:

  • Join us for a beautiful stroll or ride around the wheelchair-accessible rose garden path, followed by a picnic lunch.

  • Meeting time: 11:00 am

  • Meeting location: 1555 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117

    • Parking area (includes handicapped parking) next to greenhouse (7)

Elisabeth Park Rose Garden Walk and Roll Sign-Up

Thursday, July 17 & Thursday, August 21: Adapted Water Skiing and Picnic

  • Location: LOF ADAPTIVE SKIERS. 351 River Road. Southbury, CT. The event runs from 9:00-3:00 with a complimentary lunch provided.
  • Enjoy the park-like setting on the Housatonic River with wheelchair-accessible beach access to the river. An accessible port-o-potty and a changing shed.
  • Come watch or participate in adaptive water skiing on a sit-ski or a standing ski with outriggers. Family members are welcome to watch, but not to ski.
  • Volunteer ski experts will assist you. Safety equipment and instruction provided.
  • Bring: Bathing suit, towels, sunscreen, sandals or water socks
  • LOF Adaptive Skiers requests $30 per skier in the form of a check made out to LOF Skiers or cash. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact Carolyn.BrownOT@gmail.com and StrokeOT will cover your fee.
Adapted Water Skiing and Picnic Sign-Up

Saturday, October 4: StrokeOT 2nd Annual Walk and Roll

  • Details coming soon!