Archive of Previously Featured Senior Centers

The Alvin Senior Center is a very active, always fun center! This 10,000-square-foot facility is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm and serves as a welcoming community hub where adults aged 50 and over can gather for social, recreational, educational, and fitness activities

Inside, you’ll find two large meeting rooms equipped with full kitchens, a media room with four internet-ready computers, a TV lounge, a craft room, an activity room, and an exercise room—spaces designed to promote health, well-being, and camaraderie among local seniors.

Facility rentals and program registrations can be completed online via the City’s website, and the Senior Center’s ongoing events and newsletters keep members informed of upcoming activities and meetings

The Edina Senior Center provides recreational, educational, health and wellness programming, day trips, special events and ongoing activities for those 55 and older. Open Monday-Friday and rentable on evenings and weekends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Visit EdinaSeniorCenter.com to check out our current offerings.

The center hosts a full roster of activities and events, every single month. Some samples of different events are: A Speed Dating Event; where single or divorced seniors can meet up with eachother for a fun social meet. A Monthly Reading Retreat; where book lovers can come together to share what they’re reading and swap recommendations. The first 30 minutes will be dedicated to lively book discussions, followed by 90 minutes of peaceful reading time in the comfort of the Edina Coffee Roasters shop.

They also have Shuffleboard, Women’s Pool, Yoga, Mahjongg Class, History Classes, Scrabble, Billiards, Poker, Excercise, Author Interviews, Health Insurance Counseling and various educational/health workshops.

Located in Edina, Minnesota which is a welcoming and vibrant suburb just southwest of Minneapolis, known for its beautiful neighborhoods, top-notch schools, and friendly, community-oriented atmosphere.

Nestled in beautiful Charlton, Massachusetts, the Charlton Senior Center, serves people aged 60 and older as well as disabled adults, their spouses and caregivers. Programs that maintain or enhance dignity, and quality of life, support independence and encourage general wellness are developed, coordinated and promoted to meet the needs of these individuals.

The Surprise Senior Center, located in Arizona, serves adults 50+ regardless of residency, providing over 12,000 congregate meals yearly and welcoming 30,000+ annual visitors through its comprehensive programming for healthy aging. The center offers affordable membership options ($5 for activities, $10 for fitness room access, or $12 for both) that run January through December, with no proration for mid-year joins, giving members access to free wellness programs, fitness classes, recreational activities, creative aging classes, special events, and multigenerational offerings. With 902 current members, the center creates a warm, inclusive community where everyone belongs, fostering vital social connections and supporting aging in place through strategic partnerships with local non-profits.

The Annabelle Shimkowitz Senior Center caters to the philosophy of the wellness of ‘Mind – Body – Spirit’ in providing cultural, recreational, educational, health and social activities for adults age 60 and over in Passaic.  The purpose of the Senior Center is to reaffirm the dignity and value of the older adults in the community by providing an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities to share talents and experiences and to socialize with one’s peers.

The Papillion Landing 55+ Club, located at 1046 W. Lincoln Street in Papillion, NE, is a vibrant community center dedicated to adults aged 55 and above. The club offers a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, book clubs, games, music, special presentations, and “Wandering Wednesdays” outings. Operating hours are Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, you can contact Donna Monteleagre at 402-597-2059 or via email.

Located at 6729 Martel Lane, Knoxville, TN, this senior center offers engaging activities like Friendsgiving meals, holiday crafts, exercise classes, bingo, and health related services! Enjoy their pool, social events, and support services. Connect, stay active, and have fun! Visit Knoxcounty.org/seniors or call 865-573-5843.
 

The Center at Founders Village welcomes adults 55+ to a vibrant community at 17967 Bushard St. Seniors can enjoy health, educational, recreational, and social programs with amenities like a fitness room, library, and outdoor patio. Open Monday-Friday and rentable on evenings and weekends, the center offers opportunities to stay active and make friends, with no membership fee—just complete a membership form to join.
 
 

The Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center is a vibrant community hub offering a wide range of programs and services that promote independence, social engagement, and overall well-being for seniors, with a focus on physical, emotional, and cognitive health.