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Membership includes access to Adult 50+ programs, services, classes, and socials.
$25 for Cupertino Residents
$30 for Non Cupertino Residents
It’s easy to become an Adult 50+ member:
• Be at least 50 years or better
• Register for membership (available at the Senior Center or online)
Visitor pass
Thinking about becoming a member? Adults 50+ are welcome to spend the day as a guest with a $5 Visitor Pass. Guests may sign up for any social or lecture for the day, if space is available, and will receive a temporary parking permit for that day.
GiFt cards
Looking for a gift that encourages having fun and staying active for a friend or family member ages 50 and better? The Cupertino Senior Center offers gift cards redeemable towards membership, classes, and more. Gift cards make great gifts and are available for purchase at the Senior Center's front desk.
senior adVisory council
Interested in contributing to expanding opportunities for seniors in our community? What programs and activities would you like to have? How can the contributions of seniors be more visible? Join leaders of social activities and volunteer groups at an upcoming meeting.
Next Meeting is:
Thursday, September 25 at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 20 at 2 p.m.
The Stay Active Fund helps adults 50 years and older to remain active and engaged by participating in activities at the Cupertino Senior Center. This fund provides financial assistance through scholarships to offset the cost for Senior Center membership and registrations for classes and events. The Stay Active Fund is available from January 1 until the funds are depleted. Please contact the Senior Center front desk for more details.
(Hosted by the Senior Advisory Council) Friday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Join the Senior Advisory Council for an afternoon of bingo. Bingo cards cost $6 to $10. *Sales end at 12:55 p.m. and play begins at 1 p.m. Bingo volunteers needed. Seeking callers and cashiers.
Facility closures
Cupertino Senior Center will be closed on:
• Monday, September 1 (Labor Day)
• Tuesday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
• Thursday to Friday, November 27 to 28 (Thanksgiving)
• Monday, December 22 to Thursday, January 1 (Winter Closure)
21251 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino, CA 95014 Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
lectures and Workshops
September and October registration opens on Monday, August 25. November and December registration opens on Monday, October 27.
! !Free for members and $5 for non-members, unless noted otherwise. For additional information regarding lectures and workshops, call the Cupertino Senior Center front desk at (408) 777-3150
Universal Workshop
Wednesday, August 27 10 to 11 a.m.
Register for unlimited access to over 500 free, noncredit, continuing education online courses using your Santa Clara County library card. Enroll in up to 5 courses at a time. You have up to 6 months to finish each course.
Creativebug Workshop
Wednesday, September 24 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how to enjoy uinlimited access to over 1,00 online art and craft classes, plus patterns, templates, and recipes. Topics include art and design, sewing, quilting, paper, knitting, crochet, food and home jewelry, holiday and party, and classes for kids.
ChatGPT Workshop
Tuesday, September 9 and November 4 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn what ChatGPT is and how you may use its features.
Member $5, Non-member $10 (Prices are per date)
3D Printing Workshop
Tuesday, September 23 10 to 11:30 a.m. and December 16
Come learn how to use a 3D printer! See how a 3D printer functions, software required, and the library of options to create an item using the machine.
Member $6, Non-member $11 (Prices are per date)
Photo Offloading Workshop
Tuesday, October 14 and December 2 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how to take your photos off your phone and onto your computer, laptop, or cloud drive.
Member $5, Non-member $10 (Prices are per date)
Magzter: World Language Digital Magazine and Newspaper
Wednesday, October 29 10 to 11 a.m.
Access digital magazines and newspapers with a variety of content across 40+ topic categories and in over 30 languages.
Hoopla Workshop
Wednesday, November 19 10 to 11 a.m.
Download or stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital comics, music, movies, and TV series! Access in a browser or mobile app. Hoopla syncs across all your devices, and most titles can also be downloaded Borrow up to 10 titles a month, with no waitlists.
Age Well, Drive Smart
Wednesday, November 5 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The CHP presents topics such as myths about older drivers, compensating for age-related changes, safe driving, and more. Receive a certificate upon completion which some insurance companies have accepted for discounts.
Baking Workshop: Holiday Truffles and Biscotti
Tuesday, December 9 10 a.m. to noon
Learn how to make truffles and biscotti for the holiday season! These homemade treats will be a hit during the holidays to enjoy for dessert with any meal, holiday gathering, or even to give as seasonal gifts. Samples to take home are included.
Member $20, Non-member $30
Kanopy Workshop
Wednesday, December 10 10 to 11 a.m.
Enjoy watching movies and have a Santa Clara County Library Card? Learn about how you may stream movies on your TV, smart phone, tablet, desktop, or laptop for free. Kanopy's collection includes critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, foreign films, classics, and more.
THE 50+ SCENE
eVents
Register online, call (408) 777-3150, or register in-person at the Cupertino Senior Center 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Senior Center
Open House
Friday, August 22
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Learn aboutsenior classes, activities, and resources through demos and informational tabling. See how you can be active through our weekly socials, fitness classes, trips, and more!
Event open to all.
Lunch with Friends
Hidden Treasures
Thursday, October 23
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Cupertino Senior Center's annual Hidden Treasures event to shop for hundreds of unique items! Whether you're a collector, a vintage enthusiast, or looking for that one-of-a-kind gift, Hidden Treasures has something special for everyone.
Item Donations
Last Wednesday of the Month 11:45 a.m.
Take a break from preparing a meal. Join Lunch with Friends and enjoy good food with good company.
Member $10, Non-member $15
September 24 Cobb Salad
50+ Sandlots vs. Staff Softball Game
Thursday, September 25 10 a.m. to noon
Watch and cheer on your 50+ Sandlot Geezers as they take on Parks and Recreation Staff at the softball field in Memorial Park. Game begins at 10 a.m. Attendees may watch from the field behind the dugout.
Na Leo Mokupuni Ma Cupertino
Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Meaning "Island Sounds in Cupertino", brings together performers to celebrate the vibrant music and dance of island cultures
Event open to all. Pre-registration preferred. $5 for attendees
Item donations are accepted from August 4 to October 10. For a list of accepted items, visit cupertino.gov/hiddentreasures
Halloween Masquerade Dance
Wednesday, October 29 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
It's going to be a ball at the Senior Center! Dress up and celebrate the Halloween season with music and dance. Costume competition for those who attend with prizes for the winner. Light refreshments served.
Pre-registration required.
Member $10, Non-member $15
Holidays in Hawaii
Wednesday, December 3 1 p.m.
Sway with our own Lei Nani Hula Dancers and Pila Ho'Okani Band as they celebrate the holidays with Hawaiian songs and dances. Light refreshments will be served.
Free for members, Non-member $5
eVents (continued)
50+ Golf Tournament
Now in April 2026!
Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Holiday Ham Lunch
Friday, December 5, 11:45 a.m.
Wear your favorite holiday sweater and join in a holiday meal including honey baked ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, and pecan pie with whipped cream for dessert. Vegetarian option available when registering.
Pre-registration required.
Member $13, Non-member $18
Holiday Sing-along
Monday, December 15
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Come and sing holiday songs accompanied by our Harmonikatz band. Light refreshments will be served.
Free for members, Non-member $5
Season's Greetings Cookie Box
Pre-orders start: Monday, October 27
Pickup:
Friday, December 19, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Looking for the perfect sweet gift to give to celebrate the holidays? Each box will contain a variety of cookies such as biscotti, crinkle cookies, molasses, almond delight, peppermint chocolate chip, and more! The cookies will be carefully box, tagged, and ready for you to give right away or enjoy when you pick them up. Quantities are limited so order your box today!
Members $14, Non-members $19
Free for members. Lemonade and popcorn provided.
There will be no Monthly Movie for October
The Equalizer 3 (R, 2023) Wednesday, September 24 1:30 p.m.
Robert McCall vows to stop an Italian crime syndicate from brutalizing and extorting the residents of a small coastal town that has won his heart.
Fly Me to the Moon
(PG-13, 2024)
Wednesday, November 26 1:30 p.m.
Sparks fly between a marketing executive and a NASA official as he makes preparations for the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Noelle (G, 2019) Wednesday, December 17 1:30 p.m.
Santa's daughter must take over the family business when her father retires and her brother, who is supposed to inherit the Santa role, gets cold feet.
socials
Register online by clicking the descriptions, call (408) 777-3150, or register in-person at the Cupertino Senior Center 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
MONDAY
50+ Pickleball (Fall Season)
Monday, August 25 to November 17, 8 to 11 a.m.
Cupertino Sports Center
Play doubles pickleball with other Senior Center members at the Sport Court at the Cupertino Sports Center. Preregistration and Senior Center membership is required. Sports Center membership is not required. Paddles and balls are not provided but nets will be provided.
Senior Center Membership required to participate.
Member $54 for the season
50+ Golf
Monday, 10 a.m.
Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Start the week off right with a round of golf at the 9-hole Blackberry Farm Golf Course!
Ballroom Dance Social
Monday, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Drop in for fun and dancing. Room capacity is limited to 30 people.
TUESDAY
Ping Pong
Tuesday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Limited to 25 players
Play doubles ping pong with other members.
50+ Tennis
Tuesday, 9 a.m.
Memorial Park Tennis Courts 5 and 6
Cupertino TV Productions
First and third Tuesday, 10 a.m. to noon
Enjoy making film production or want to learn how? Join the Cupertino TV Production and create a TV segment that airs on the city channel, YouTube, and Roku. No experience required and new members are welcome to join.
Senior Center Membership and Official Volunteer Status required to participate.
Open Game Playing Time
Tuesday, 1 to 4 p.m.
Drop in to play a board game or card game at your leisure with other members. Some board games available for play. Members are welcome to bring their own games to play with others
No meeting 11/11.
WEDNESDAY
50+ Bocce Ball
Wednesday, April 2 to November 26, 9 to 11 a.m.
Blackberry Farm
THURSDAY
50+ Softball
Thursday, April 3 to December 11 9 a.m. to noon
The Cupertino Sandlot softball group warms-up and take batting practice at 9 a.m. A pick-up game starts promptly at 10 a.m. each week.
Senior Center Membership required to participate.
Member $65 for the season
Book Club
First Thursday, August to December, 2 to 3 p.m.
socials
Read the monthly book and join a discussion regarding the book, lead by the Cupertino Library. Those registered will be provided with a copy of the book to be read before the meeting date.
Sign up to receive monthly emails on what the book will be!
Let’s Talk Technology
Thursday, 10 to 11 a.m.
Come join this technology group discussion to have them answered while learning from other people’s questions. Discussion is geared towards the interest of those who attend each session.
No meeting 10/23, 11/27
Conversations
Thursday, 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Join in stimulating conversation of various topics and current events.
No meeting 10/23, 11/27
Needlecraft
Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon
Know how to knit or crochet and enjoy making blankets, scarves, and beanies? Become a volunteer to join our Needlecraft volunteer group to make knitted items for local homeless shelters and hospitals.
Contact Amanda at amandah@cupertino.gov if you are interested in joining.
No meeting 10/23, 11/27
Open Card Playing and Bridge
Thursday, noon to 4 p.m.
Form your own groups or meet others to play.
Karaoke Weekly Social
Thursday, 1 to 4:30 p.m.
FRIDAY
Ping Pong
Friday, 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Limited to 25 players
No meeting 11/28
50+ Tennis Friday, 9 a.m.
Memorial Park Tennis Courts 5 and 6
Mah Jongg
Friday, noon to 4 p.m.
No meeting 11/28
Tech Time
August 15, September 5 and 19, October 3 and 17, November 7 and 21, December 5 and 19
2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Drop in to our Tech Lab and receive 1-on-1 help with any technology questions you have for any device. You may bring your phone, laptop, tablet, smart watch, etc., or come with your questions to get answered. Assistance will be a first come first served basis and are limited to one question at a time.
Volunteer corner
Class Instructors
Have expert knowledge on a specific subject or exercise? Become a volunteer instructor to share your skill set and engage others of similar interest. We are seeking instructors for ESL, Japanese, meditation, cardio drumming, bridge, chess, PC, and more.
Walking Social Lead
Do you enjoy walking outdoors and socializing with new people? Help lead our weekly morning walking social while enjoy the outdoor fresh air.
To volunteer, contact Amanda at amandah@cupertino.gov or call (408) 777-3374. You must be onboarded as a volunteer before helping with volunteer programs.
THE 50+ SCENE
December
Class registration for December begins on Monday, October 27 at 8 a.m.
THE 50+ SCENE
Thursday, October 23
Hidden Treasures Planning Meeting
Monday, August 11, 1 p.m.
Volunteers are a vital part of making Hidden Treasures a success! Join us to learn how you can contribute to this important fundraiser. Donation sorting begins Monday, August 25.
A Cupertino Senior Center membership is required to volunteer.
Donations will be accepted beginning Monday, August 4