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Active Adult Programs Adults 50+ are encouraged to take part in activities offered at the Peoria Community Center. There is no membership fee and open to residents and nonresidents. Visit peoriaaz.gov/activeadults to view our monthly newsletter
Lunch and Transportation
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, CONTACT
RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To Register (623) 773-7436
Ryan Stevens Family and Youth Services Coordinator Ryan.Stevens@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7120 Jodi Roth-Jones Family and Youth Services Supervisor Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7719
Email us at communitycenter@peoriaaz.gov to sign up to receive email alerts to hear about trip destinations, special events, and classes.
The Senior Nutrition Program invites adults 60+ for lunch at 11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. A $3 donation and 24 hour notice is requested. Menus are available at Community Center. To register for meals or discuss transportation, call the Nutrition Office at (623) 979-3570. Stop by for a delicious and nutritious meal!
Bingo
Bingo cards: $2 each set of sheets and $1 per cover-all. Winners split the pot (typically between $5 -$55). Pre-registration required. Register by calling the Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) at (623) 979-3570. When
Tues. & Fri.; 12:30 p.m. (1 p.m. on special event days)
Grab Bag Bingo
It’s FREE to play these eight Bingo games. Winners receive grab bag prizes provided by Grab Bag Bingo Sponsor Wellcare.
When
Thur., 10:30 a.m.
Daily Programs
These groups are free, meet weekly, and are open to new participants. American Mah Jongg Canasta Mexican Train Dominoes Japanese Mah Jongg Euchre Social Bridge Scrabble Pinochle Hand & Foot
Mon. 12 p.m. Mon. 1 p.m. Mon. & Wed. 9 a.m. Tues. 12 p.m. Wed. 12:30 p.m. Wed. 12:30 p.m. Thur. 12:30 p.m. Thur. 1 p.m. Fri. 12:30 p.m.
Virtual/Hybrid Programs
Have fun and stay connected from home! Call (623) 773-7436 or email ryan.stevens@peoriaaz.gov to begin receiving the links, to learn more about our virtual programs, or to set up an appointment for technical assistance with your personal devices. Virtual Travel Club Virtual Grab Bag Bingo
Wed. Thur.
Westside Stitchers
1 p.m. 10 a.m.
This group works on any and all needle craft projects: knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, beading and more. New participants are always welcome to this friendly group. When
Wed.; 12:30 p.m.
Day Trips
Day trips have resumed on a limited basis. Trips depart from the Peoria Community Center. See “At your Leisure” for details and trip information. Trip flyers will also be emailed so contact the Peoria Community Center to be added to the email database if you do not currently receive the programs emails.
Benefits Assistance
Volunteer counselors, specially trained by the Area Agency on Aging, Region One’s Benefits Assistance Program, provide objective, free personalized assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities. Services include information on Medicare and supplemental plans, Call (602) 241-6118 to set up an appointment.
Book Club
Group members provide their own copies of the books. Hosted by Lise Lunser. Call the Peoria Community Center at (623) 773-7436, or visit peoriaaz.gov/activeadults for the list of monthly books.
CLASSES Line Dance
These classes do not require a partner, Dances will range from beginner to advanced difficulty level. Pre-registration is recommended please call Peoria Community Center at (623) 773-7436 for more details. Fee
$5 per class in a session Example: 3 = $15, 4 = $20, 5 = $25)
Beginner When Mon.; 9:30 - 11 a.m. Improver When Wed.; 9:30 - 11 a.m. Advanced When Thur.; 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Hiking Series
Join us on bi-monthly hikes around the Valley and beyond starting in mid-Oct. Each hike difficulty ranges from easy to moderate with inclines and declines specified for the beginner. Transportation, from the Peoria Community Center, will be provided by city vans. Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/activeadults, or stop by the community center for a complete series flyer.
