Active Adult Programs

Adults 50+ are encouraged to take part in activities offered at the Peoria Community Center There is no membership fee and it is open to residents and nonresidents. Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/activeadults to view our monthly newsletter, nutrition menu, and all upcoming activities To begin receiving email updates, email ryan.stevens@peoriaaz.gov.

The FSL Nutrition Program invites seniors to have lunch at the Peoria Community Center The suggested contribution for lunch for those 60 and over is $3 Contributions to our meal program help to offset costs and are encouraged but not mandatory For those guests under 60, there is a fee of $5 for the meal . To register for meals or discuss transportation, call the Nutrition Office at (623) 979-3570. Stop by for a delicious and nutritious meal!

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.

Bingo cards: $2 each set of sheets and $1 per cover-all. Winners split the pot (typically between $5 -$55).

When Tues. & Fri.; 12:30 p.m. (1 p.m. on special event days)

It’s FREE to play these eight Bingo games Winners receive grab bag prizes.

When T hur., 10:30 a.m.

These groups are free, meet weekly, and are open to new participants.

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.

Group members provide their own copies of books, and meet at the Peoria Community Center for monthly meetings. For an up-to-date book list, contact the Peoria Community Center, or view the At Your Leisure Newsletter at www.peoriaaz.gov/activeadults.

When 1st Mon. of the month (except on holidays), 1 p.m.

May 1 Lost Horizon by James Hilton

June 5 1984 by George Orwell

July 10 Morgan’s Run by Colleen McCullough

Aug. 7 Where the Wind Leads by Vinh Chung

Space is limited, and registration is required for these free classes

Learn tips from Master Gardener, Tony Mariano, to ensure the most successful harvests

When Fri., Aug. 4; 9:30 - 11 a.m.

In terms of gardening, Arizona is very different from other parts of the country. Whether you are new to Arizona, or have not had a successful growing season, bring your gardening questions to Master Gardener, Tony Mariano. He will use his training and experience to provide answers to your gardening woes.

When Fri., Aug. 11; 9:30 - 11 a.m.

This creative group meets weekly to share ideas and work on a variety of crafts.

When Tues.; 10 - 11:30 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 have resumed. Trips depart from the Peoria Community Center. See the “At Your Leisure” Newsletter for details and trip information. The newsletter can also be emailed. Contact the Peoria Community Center to be added to the email database if you do not currently receive the programs emails Trip destinations include concerts, sporting events, museums, festivals, special events and tours

Members from the Sonoran Audubon Society will help you identify must have equipment, provide tools that can be used to help classify birds, and tips to be successful during birding trips

When Tue., May 9; 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Join members of the Sonoran Audubon Society for this birding meet-up at the Skunk Creek Trailhead (15091 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85381). Don’t forget your binoculars, camera, and water.

When Tue., May 16; 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.