Thompson Winter Gala a Success!
Thank you to our many donors, sponsors, and volunteers for making this event a huge success again this year.
Visit our Facebook page for pictures from the event.
2026 Thompson Winter Gala
Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk 2025
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Please join us for this annual holiday event where you’ll find a great selection of unique holiday gifts, handmade pottery, ornaments, jewelry, knitted and felted items, wreaths, homemade goodies, jams, jellies, pickles, and more! Santa will visit and we’ll of course have our traditional Cookie Walk.
Vendor Info:
A “booth” with 2 six foot tables is $60. One six foot table is $35.
Contact Paula to reserve a space. (802) 457-3277 or paudsley@thompsonseniorcenter.org
“The Thompson at Home”
Your Virtual Senior Center
Virtual Programs are viewed in The Thompson’s new Media Room.
Please register in advance by calling 802-457-3277 ext 2
Master Class Series: Dopamine, Take your Brain Back
June 16 & 23 | 1:00 PM
Dr. Anna Lembke, Chief of Addiction Medicine at Stanford, helps you break compulsive behaviors, reset your dopamine, and rebuild focus. Register in advance for this class.
Virtual Birding Basics at The Thompson
Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 9:00–10:00 AM
Interested in learning more about the birds you see in your backyard and around our region? Join leader Jennifer Raymond for this virtual introductory birding series designed for anyone looking to feel more connected to nature.
Hosted by the Dartmouth Health Aging Resource Center, this four-part virtual series will introduce participants to the basics of bird identification and observation. From year-round backyard favorites to seasonal visitors, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to begin exploring the world of birds in our region.
Registration is required by contacting Cory at The Thompson.
Master Class Series: AI & Medicine, Your Secret to Better Health
July 7, 14, 21 | 1:00 PM
Modern medicine can make you feel powerless, but that’s about to change. With the right prompts, AI can help you reclaim your power within the healthcare system. In this class, healthcare pioneers from Harvard and Johns Hopkin show you how to interpret lab results, make the most of each visit, create health plans tailored for you, and more—no technical expertise needed and no added premiums to worry about. Please sign-up in advance.
Celebrating 250: All About America’s Seventh President – Andrew Jackson
Friday, July 10, 10:30 AM, Virtual Program
Join author and illustrator Heather Rogers, America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler, for an entertaining look at the life of America’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson. Discover fascinating stories, surprising facts, and fun illustrations as Heather shares highlights from her presidential sketchbooks. From duels to a swearing parrot, Jackson’s life was full of memorable moments. Don’t miss this engaging virtual journey through early American history!
Chef’s Dinner 2026
| Chef’s Dinner Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 pm  Menu Created and Prepared by Thompson Chef Andrew Geller First Course Shrimp, Crab, Avocado Mousse, Pickled Mango, Micro Greens Second Course Rack of Lamb, Truffle Potato, Asparagus, Mint Chimichurri or Roasted Vegetables, Celeriac Puree, Saffron, Micro Greens Third Course Flourless Chocolate Cake, Raspberry, Crème Anglaise BYOB TICKETS $100 |
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