SENIORS

SENIOR/55 & BETTER ACTIVITIES & SERVICES

The Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center, which has a rich history in the community, is located at 5888 Mission Blvd. The center is operated by JARPD under agreement with the City of Jurupa Valley. All programs and activities for seniors are held at the Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center. Active senior citizens aged 55 and older, who do not require special care or adult supervision, are welcome to register as a member of the senior center. Membership is free. Regular operating hours are 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday. For more information, call (951) 275-9975.

ARTS & CRAFTS

BEGINNING QUILTING: Learn the basics of quilting and sewing.

Day: Wed Time: 12:00 - 2:30 pm

Dates: Ongoing

CERAMICS WITH LEE: This class will remind you of your high school days. Material fees paid to the instructor; $2.00.

Day: Mon & Tues Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Dates: Ongoing

CROCHET CLUB: Come enjoy friends while working on your favorite projects, work on your own while socializing with others.

Day: Fri Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Dates: Ongoing

FRIENDSHIP SEWING CLUB: Want to get out of the house? Come join the club, this ongoing club is designed to allow students to share their sewing projects with one another while socializing. This inclusive club welcomes all sewing machine enthusiasts!

Day: Tues Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Dates: Ongoing

EDS PAINTING CLUB: Artists are welcome to have a time and place to engage their craft at the Senior Center. Whether for fun, your artistic betterment or just to socialize with one another.

Day: Wed Time: 8:30 - 10:30 am

Dates: Ongoing

WATERCOLOR PAINTING W/PEGGY: Learn the basics of watercolor painting.

Day: Fri Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Fitness

Dates: Ongoing

STRETCH & FLEX: A great way to start your day! This class focuses on preparing your body for the day with slow stretches and exercises to work your muscles. Participants will experience greater flexibility and increased energy.

Day: Mon, Tues, Thurs Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am

Dates: Ongoing

ZUMBA GOLD: Join this modified Zumba class for active older adults that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Sponsored by the Riverside Community Health Foundation.

Day: Fri Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am

Dates: Ongoing

WALKING CLUB: Join Vision & Compromiso for an hour walk every Wednesday morning. Meet in front of the Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center.

Day: Wed Time: 8:00 - 9:00 am

Dates: Ongoing

Games

BILLIARDS: Pool room open to all members.

Day: Mon - Fri Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Dates: Ongoing

CANASTA: Make melds with new friends.

Day: Fri Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Dates: Ongoing

MEXICAN TRAIN: Modern version of dominoes.

Day: Thurs Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm Dates: Ongoing

QUEEN OF THE HILL: Weekly billiards games (Ladies only).

Day: Wed Time: 8:00 - 10:00 am

SKILLS & EDUCATION

Dates : Ongoing

BOOK CLUB: Looking for a fun way to enjoy new books and meet new people? The Book Club is just a great excuse to get together!

Day: Mon-Fri Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Dates: Ongoing

COMPUTER CLASS: Want to learn the basics of computers? Join us on Wednesdays. Registration Required.

Day: Wed Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am

Dates: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month.

SMARTPHONE (ENGLISH): Having difficulty hearing or seeing on your smartphone? Attend a FREE training course and make your smartphone work better for you! Minimum 3, Max 4.

Day: Mon Time: 9:00 - 11:00

Dates: 05/08, 07/10, and 09/18 Call the center to confirm.

SMARTPHONE (SPANISH): ¿Tiene dificultad para escuchar o ver su teléfono inteligente? ¡Asista al entrenamiento GRATUITO y haga que su teléfono inteligente funcione mejor para usted! Registración requerida. Mínimo 3, Máximo 4

Días: Martes Tiempo: 9:00 – 11:00 am

Fechas: Llame al centro para confirmar.

Special Events

MONTHLY SENIOR BIRTHDAY: Come celebrate your birthday with us! Senior birthdays are celebrated each month during the lunch program. Participants must register at the front desk before the 3rd Friday of the month.

Day: Fri Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Date: 3rd Friday of the month

CINCO DE MAYO DANCE: In celebration of Cinco de Mayo the Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center Will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo Dance. Come dressed in your favorite huipil or guayabera. Registration Required.

Day: Fri Time: 4:00 – 7:00 pm Date: 05/05 Cost: $7.00

EDDIE DEE’S THRIFT STORE: Come on in! Our EDS Friends have a wide variety of items for you to buy. The store will be open every Tuesday except the first Tuesday of the month.

Day: Thurs Time: 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Dates: Ongoing

MOTHER’S DAY TEA: Come dressed in your Sunday best! From Flowers to teacups, join us as we celebrate the important women in our life. Registration required.

Day: Thurs Time: 9:00 - 10:30 am

Date: 05/11

FATHER’S DAY LUNCHEON: Let’s celebrate and honor those special father figures in our lives. Join us for lunch. Pre-registration required.

Day: Fri Time: 11:30 am -12:30 pm

Date: 06/16

INDEPENDENCE DAY BINGO: Come dressed in your favorite Patriotic attire and join us for 4th of July themed BINGO. Registration required.

Day: Fri Time: 9:00 – 10:30 am

Date: 06/30

SUMMER DANCE: Come join us as we celebrate the end of summer. Purchase your tickets from the Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center. Pre-registration required.

Day: Sat Time: 4:00 - 7:00 pm Date: 08/26 Cost: $7.00

SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCH PROGRAM (AGES: 60 & UP)

MONDAY - FRIDAY • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM • ONGOING

Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center offers a lunch program to seniors 60 years & up through Family Service Association. A 24-hour reservation is appreciated. (951) 275-9975.

FREE FEEDING AMERICA FOOD SHARE PROGRAM

(AGES: 18 & UP)

EDDIE DEE SMITH SENIOR CENTER • 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM

1st Thursday of the month, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment for the Food Pantry, please call (951) 275-9975 on Tuesday, the week of pick-up. You must bring a cart to carry your groceries out to your car.

SENIOR FOOD BOX PROGRAMS (AGES 60 & UP)

SENIOR NUTRITION LUNCH PROGRAM (AGES: 60 & UP)

EDDIE DEE SMITH SENIOR CENTER PARKING LOT 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH

Please call Julie Gonzales at (714) 897-6670 ext. 3613 for information on signing up to receive the food box.