FUN AFTER 50 Senior Center Activities FUN AFTER 50 Senior Center Activities

Senior Recreation Center activities

550 Ouray Ave., Grand Junct. 970-243-7408

Registration is required for all activities. Events take place at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted. To register for programs, call 970-858-0360 or visit Fruita.org/parksrec/page/seniors

Food

Senior Potluck

Come to the Senior Center for a potluck featuring teriyaki chicken (Feb. 2) and butterfly shrimp (Feb. 16). Register at least 72 hours in advance.

12 p.m. | Feb. 2 & 16 | Free about the history of the North Branch of the Old Spanish Trail. Rated easy to moderate. Meet at the Senior Center and carpool to the trailhead.

12:30 p.m. | Feb. 15 | $5

Hike: Skinner Cabin— Devil’s Canyon Walk the one-mile roundtrip to Skinner Cabin and learn about the restoration of this historic site. This trail is rated easy and is ADA accessible. Carpool from the Senior Center.

12:30 p.m. | Feb. 28 | $5

Games

Pinochle

Food for Thought: Soup

Enjoy different soup dishes and bring your own to share.

1 p.m. | Feb. 27 | Free

HIKES & TRIPS

Hike: Gunnison River

Overlook

Hike 3.5 miles to the Gunnison River Overlook. Learn

Come to the Senior Center to play this trick-taking aceten card game. Play with someone you know or join a new table and meet new people.

10 a.m. | Tuesdays & Fridays

Afternoon Games

Play dominoes, Mexican train and many other games at the Senior Center.

1 p.m. | Tuesdays

To register for these programs, call the Grand Junction Parks and Recreation Department at 970-254-3866 or visit GJParksAndRec.org

Special Event

Senior Center Valentine’s Day Party

Enjoy candy, games and music with a potluck lunch.

10 a.m. | Feb. 16 | Free

Classes

Senior Computer Classes 50+ Register online for free computer and smart phone workshops and seminars.

10-11 a.m. Mondays | 2-3 p.m. Thursdays | Free

Fitness

Tai Chi for Health

Tai Chi fosters physical and mental health improvement and aids spiritual growth.

8-9 a.m. Wednesdays | 9-10 a.m. Thursdays | Lincoln Park Barn | $8 drop in, $60 for 10-punch pass

Gentle Yoga

Develop flexibility of mind and body in a fun, supportive environment.

8-9 a.m. | Tuesdays & Fridays | Lincoln Park Barn | $8 drop in, $60 10-punch pass

Line Dance

Choreographed dances taught to a variety of music.

12:15-2 p.m. | Mondays | Lincoln Park Barn | $6 drop in, $20 5-week session

Sports

Splash Aqua Aerobics

Enjoy low-impact water aerobics at Orchard Mesa Pool. Siver Sneakers and Renew Active accepted.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:30-9:30 a.m.

| Tuesday, Thursday: 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Orchard Mesa Pool | $5

Indoor Drop-In Pickleball

Bookcliff Activity Center: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sun | 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

Sat Lincoln Park Barn: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wed |

5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri | $7 drop in, $50 10-punch pass

Open to adults 50 and older 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

MONDAY

9:00 a.m. Cribbage & Games

12:00 p.m. Canasta

1:00 p.m. Card Bingo

6:00 p.m. Game Night

TUESDAY

8:00 a.m. Pinochle (DD) p.m. Pinochle Call 970-243-7408 before 9 a.m. to play Pinochle

February 1

Adventures with Montrose Senior Center

Explore new places and get your questions answered about worldwide travel, including locations like Cape Cod, Ireland, Canada and San Antonio.

1 p.m. | 1800 Pavilion Dr., Montrose | Free | www.mont roserec.com | 970-252-4884 up, family, friends and the beauty of the strange world we live in.

8 p.m. | 604 Clinton St., Ridgway | $15 | www.sherbino.org | 970-318-0150

February 3-4

Cabin Fever Book Sale

Friends of the Crawford Library host their annual Cabin Fever Book Sale at Crawford Town Hall. Proceeds of the sale support the Crawford Library!

3-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday | 425 CO-92, Crawford | Free | www.deltalibraries.org | 970-399-7783

February 4

Elder Grown Live at the Sherbino

February 4-5

Young Composers: Be Inspired!

Valley Symphony Association performs “Young Composers: Be Inspired!” at the Montrose Pavilion. This concert features music from the first symphonies of classical heroes like Mozart, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Bizet and Glazunov. Purchase tickets online.

7:30 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday | 1800 Pavilion Dr., Montrose | $25 | https://valley symphony.net | 970-250-2440

February 9-12

My Funny Valentine

February 2

Senior Connection

Meet with other seniors! Play games, put together puzzles and enjoy conversation at Delta United Methodist’s Fellowship Hall. Refreshments provided.

1:30-3:30 p.m. | 477 Meeker St., Delta | Free | 970-874-9501

February 3

Comedy Night at the Sherb: AJ Finney

AJ Finney is an eclectic mid-westerner with a passion for psychedelics, jam bands and Volkswagens. His personal stream of consciousness storytelling makes every show a unique and unforgettable experience that will remind you of the joy of growing

Enjoy some funkalicious rockin-roots at the Sherbino. Elder Grown combines the freedom of improvisational jams with their captivating, original songs. Break down your idea of genre and tempo with your hips and experience rule-breaking sound.

8-9:30 p.m. | 604 Clinton St., Ridgway | $15 | www.sherbino.org | 970-318-0150

February 4

We are Water Traveling Exhibit

Bring your grandkids to the grand opening of this exciting new exhibit at the Montrose Regional Library. Explore the water cycle with handson activities and learn about what water means to the communities in the southwest.

12-2 p.m. | 320 S 2nd St., Montrose | Free | www.montroselibrary.org | 970-249-9656

Magic Circle Players present an original show celebrating the fun history of the iconic American Mother Road. With show-stopping musical numbers, the classic “Get Your Kicks on Route 66,” and even some Elvis Presley, this annual benefit concert is sure to be a night you won’t forget!

7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday & 2 p.m. Sunday | 420 S. 12th St., Montrose | $30-$100 | www. magiccircleplayers.com | 970-249-7838

February 10-11

The Vagina Monologues

Based on interviews playwright Eve Enlser conducted with various woman, The Vagina Monologues, directed by Natalie Haines, addresses women’s sexuality and the social stigma surrounding rape and abuse. Presented by Blue Sage Center for the Arts.

7 p.m. | 226 Grand Ave., Paonia | $15-$20 | www.bluesage.org | 970-527-7243

February 11

Gardening in the Theatre

Dorothy Pew has spent a lifetime locked in mortal combat with the bane of every gardener's existence, weeds! Join the Grand Mesa Arts & Event Center learn how to stop plants from growing where you don't want them.

11-12:30 p.m. | 195 W. Main St., Cedaredge | Free | www.gmaec.org | 970-856-9195

February 11

Hazel Miller & The Collective Dance and sing to Hazel Miller & The

Collective at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center. The band performs an eclectic blend of Jazz, R&B, Blues and original music.

7-9 p.m. | 195 W. Main St., Cedaredge | $35 | www.gmaec.org | 970-856-9195

February 14

February 21

Live at 5:55: Open Mic Night

Share your talents at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center. Sing, dance, read poetry and more! Performances last five minutes and are open to the public.

5:55-8 p.m. | 195 W. Main St., Cedaredge | $5 | www.gmaec.org | 970-856-9195

February 23

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Dementia Education:

Healthy living for your brain & body

Join the Alzheimer’s Association at the Montrose Regional Library or via live webinar to learn ways to keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Use handson tools to help you incorporate diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement into a plan for healthy aging. Register online.

10:30-11:30 a.m. | 320 S. 2nd St., Montrose | Free | https://bit.ly/ HEALTHY_FEB14 | 970-714-2875

February 14

Happy HEART Day

Come to Westminster Hall Presbyterian Church to learn simple exercises that can help you have a happy, healthy heart. Presenters teach easy-to-do techniques you can use every day.

2 p.m. | 135 E. 4th St., Delta | Free | 970-765-3123

February 15

Dog Training Class

The world’s most prestigious mountain film festival comes to the Delta Egyptian Theatre and features an exhilarating and provocative collection of films that exposes audiences to exciting adventures and adrenaline-packed sports. Ticket sales support local organizations.

7 p.m. | 452 Main St., Delta | $15 | www.deltaegyptian.org | 970-399-7207 ■

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Candra Gurney, professional dog trainer, presents a program for dog owners and dog lovers alike. Learn canine behaviors, tricks and more at the Montrose Library.

7-8 p.m. | 320 S. 2nd St., Montrose | Free | www.montroselibrary.org | 970-249-9656