To register please contact us by phone at (517) 706-5045 or by email at [email protected]
Fitness & Exercise Classes
Yoga
Tuesdays
11am - 12pm
May 7th - June 25th (No class June 18th)
Cost: $35 members = $5 per class!
Drop In: $7 members // $10 non members
Instructor: Piril
This class is geared for beginners and beyond and those seeking a chair yoga class.
11am - 12pm
May 7th - June 25th (No class June 18th)
Cost: $35 members = $5 per class!
Drop In: $7 members // $10 non members
Instructor: Piril
This class is geared for beginners and beyond and those seeking a chair yoga class.
Jazzercise
Monday and Wednesday
10 am - 11 am
Cost: Varies per class
Instructor: Mary D.
No Class May 27th, June 10th & 12th
10 am - 11 am
Cost: Varies per class
Instructor: Mary D.
No Class May 27th, June 10th & 12th
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention
Wednesdays
May 8th - June 26th
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FREE // Registration required
Instructor: Sheilah H., MSU Extension
Tai Chi for arthritis and fall prevention: A gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention. The program is to increase strength, balance, posture, and to prevent falls.
No Class June 12th or June 19th
May 8th - June 26th
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FREE // Registration required
Instructor: Sheilah H., MSU Extension
Tai Chi for arthritis and fall prevention: A gentle exercise combining slow movement, deep breathing, and focused intention. The program is to increase strength, balance, posture, and to prevent falls.
No Class June 12th or June 19th
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention Part 2
Wednesdays
May 8th - June 26th
3:00pm - 4:00pm
FREE // Registration required
Instructor: Sheilah H., MSU Extension
This class is for those who have previous Tai Chi experience, and preferable have completed the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention program.
No Class June 12th or 19th
May 8th - June 26th
3:00pm - 4:00pm
FREE // Registration required
Instructor: Sheilah H., MSU Extension
This class is for those who have previous Tai Chi experience, and preferable have completed the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention program.
No Class June 12th or 19th
Strength Training
Tuesdays
May 7th - June 25th (No Class June 18th)
1:00pm - 1:30pm
FREE
Class size limited to 10
Low impact strength training class using weights and resistance training.
May 7th - June 25th (No Class June 18th)
1:00pm - 1:30pm
FREE
Class size limited to 10
Low impact strength training class using weights and resistance training.
Tabata
Thursdays
May 2nd - June 27th
11am - 11:30am
FREE / Class size limited to 10 / Room C102
No Class June 20th
Tabata is just the name for the specific timing of this type of low impact interval training. All exercises are performed in a standing position and are low impact. You don't need any equipment. It looks like this: 20 seconds of work/10 seconds of rest, repeat this 8x totaling 4 minutes. This equals 1 round. In this workout you will complete 4 rounds with a 60 second break between each round. Warm up and cool down are included. Go at your own pace and make the workout your own!
May 2nd - June 27th
11am - 11:30am
FREE / Class size limited to 10 / Room C102
No Class June 20th
Tabata is just the name for the specific timing of this type of low impact interval training. All exercises are performed in a standing position and are low impact. You don't need any equipment. It looks like this: 20 seconds of work/10 seconds of rest, repeat this 8x totaling 4 minutes. This equals 1 round. In this workout you will complete 4 rounds with a 60 second break between each round. Warm up and cool down are included. Go at your own pace and make the workout your own!
Walking Group
Monday & Fridays
3pm - 4pm
FREE
Senior Center Square // Inside Chippewa Middle School
10 Laps = 1 Mile. Music, friends, and fitness!
3pm - 4pm
FREE
Senior Center Square // Inside Chippewa Middle School
10 Laps = 1 Mile. Music, friends, and fitness!
Fitness Room
The Fitness room is open for appointments Monday - Friday
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Appointments are available in 30 minute increments by calling the senior center.
Available equipment includes:
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Appointments are available in 30 minute increments by calling the senior center.
Available equipment includes:
- Treadmill
- Elliptical Trainer
- Recumbent Bike
- Resistance Bands
Special Programs
Understanding Home Care
Friday, April 19th
11 am
Presented by: Deb Mooreland of FirstLight Home Care
Deb M. from FirstLight Home Care joins us to discuss senior home care and the vast array of services that are provided, from basic household tasks to individual needs.
11 am
Presented by: Deb Mooreland of FirstLight Home Care
Deb M. from FirstLight Home Care joins us to discuss senior home care and the vast array of services that are provided, from basic household tasks to individual needs.
Book Club with CADL
Led by: Tom Moore
Monday, April 22nd at 11:00am
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
Monday, April 22nd at 11:00am
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
The Michigan Braille & Talking Book Library
Thursday, April 25th
11 am
Presented by: Brigid T.
Are you struggling to read standard print due to glaucoma or other eye disease, tremors or movement disorders, or dyslexia or some other reading disorder? We would love to get you back to reading with the Braille and Talking Book Library. Our team, in concert with the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled at the Library of Congress, provides free accessible reading materials to those who cannot read regular print books because of a disability. Users can listen to audiobooks or access braille books on their smart devices or through a free mail service. BTBL is not just for people who are legally blind. Our FREE service is also available to people with age-related vision loss, as well as physical and reading disabilities.
11 am
Presented by: Brigid T.
Are you struggling to read standard print due to glaucoma or other eye disease, tremors or movement disorders, or dyslexia or some other reading disorder? We would love to get you back to reading with the Braille and Talking Book Library. Our team, in concert with the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled at the Library of Congress, provides free accessible reading materials to those who cannot read regular print books because of a disability. Users can listen to audiobooks or access braille books on their smart devices or through a free mail service. BTBL is not just for people who are legally blind. Our FREE service is also available to people with age-related vision loss, as well as physical and reading disabilities.
March & April Birthday
Thursday, April 25th
12 noon
Cost: $7 pp Registration and payment due by Friday, April, 19th.
Free for those celebrating a March or April Birthday! Includes lunch, dessert, beverage, bingo and prizes.
12 noon
Cost: $7 pp Registration and payment due by Friday, April, 19th.
Free for those celebrating a March or April Birthday! Includes lunch, dessert, beverage, bingo and prizes.
Program with ACTION
Every Other Tuesday
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
March 19th - Craft
April 2nd - Tech Help
April 16th - Seed Starters
April 30th - Painted Rocks
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
March 19th - Craft
April 2nd - Tech Help
April 16th - Seed Starters
April 30th - Painted Rocks
Embracing Aging: Brain Activity
Thursday, May 2nd
1pm
Presented by: Abigail C., MSU Extension Educator
Keys to Embracing Aging is an interactive program that highlights 12 keys aimed at helping you to grow old gracefully, successfully, and with increased longevity, based primarily on findings from centenarian studies and the advice from those who participated. Keys to Embracing Aging will influence attitude, nutrition, physical activity, brain health, social activity, technology, safety, medical literacy, stress management, financial security, sleep, and taking time for yourself.
1pm
Presented by: Abigail C., MSU Extension Educator
Keys to Embracing Aging is an interactive program that highlights 12 keys aimed at helping you to grow old gracefully, successfully, and with increased longevity, based primarily on findings from centenarian studies and the advice from those who participated. Keys to Embracing Aging will influence attitude, nutrition, physical activity, brain health, social activity, technology, safety, medical literacy, stress management, financial security, sleep, and taking time for yourself.
Learn to play Bridge with Peg
Thursdays
May 2nd - May 30th
11am - 12:30pm
Cost: $25, plus cost of book
If you thought bridge was a game you couldn’t learn, we’ve all heard those stories. Join us for a introductory class. We’ll keep it simple and fun!
May 2nd - May 30th
11am - 12:30pm
Cost: $25, plus cost of book
If you thought bridge was a game you couldn’t learn, we’ve all heard those stories. Join us for a introductory class. We’ll keep it simple and fun!
Kentucky Derby Party
Friday, May 3rd
12:30pm
Co-Sponsored by Oasis Senior Advisors and Brookdale Memory Care
Tickets: $5 each, on sale through April 29th
12:30pm
Co-Sponsored by Oasis Senior Advisors and Brookdale Memory Care
Tickets: $5 each, on sale through April 29th
Mental Health Awareness Month "Take The Moment"
Monday, May 6th
11am
FREE
Presented by: Josh T., PhD
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme is ‘Take The Moment’. Join Psychologist Dr. Josh T., to discuss the importance of Mental Health, and how you can practice taking moments to prioritize your own mental health.
11am
FREE
Presented by: Josh T., PhD
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme is ‘Take The Moment’. Join Psychologist Dr. Josh T., to discuss the importance of Mental Health, and how you can practice taking moments to prioritize your own mental health.
Mind Benders with CADL
Thursday, May 9th
Thursday, June 13th
10:30am
Via Zoom
Thursday, June 13th
10:30am
Via Zoom
Mother's Day Tea
Friday, May 10th
12:30pm
Co-Sponsored by: Delta Retirement
FREE for women & moms // $5 for men
Registration & Payment by May 6th
Welcome Catie, as she shares her experience and knowledge in costume production as well as fashion history! She will lead you in making your own Regency inspired drawstring trinket bag! These delicate bags are decorated in many ways, and come in fun shapes and sizes. Perfect for a gift bag, change purse, or other small items.
12:30pm
Co-Sponsored by: Delta Retirement
FREE for women & moms // $5 for men
Registration & Payment by May 6th
Welcome Catie, as she shares her experience and knowledge in costume production as well as fashion history! She will lead you in making your own Regency inspired drawstring trinket bag! These delicate bags are decorated in many ways, and come in fun shapes and sizes. Perfect for a gift bag, change purse, or other small items.
Bingo
Every other Tuesday
May 14th & 28th
June 4th
2pm - 3pm
May 14th & 28th
June 4th
2pm - 3pm
Thank you, ACTION Students
Tuesday, May 14th
3:15pm - 4:15pm
FREE
If you participated in any of the activities with ACTION this year, please join us in a farewell and thank you party for them!
3:15pm - 4:15pm
FREE
If you participated in any of the activities with ACTION this year, please join us in a farewell and thank you party for them!
Friday Flicks: Queen Bees
Friday, May 17th
1pm
FREE
After reluctantly agreeing to move into a home for seniors, a woman encounters a clique of mean-spirited women and an amorous widower.
1pm
FREE
After reluctantly agreeing to move into a home for seniors, a woman encounters a clique of mean-spirited women and an amorous widower.
Book Club with CADL
Monday, May 20th at 11am
- The Art of Insanity by Christine Webb
- Dust Child by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai
Embracing Aging: Social Activity
Monday, June 3rd
1pm
Presented by: Abigail C., MSU Extension Educator
1pm
Presented by: Abigail C., MSU Extension Educator
Meridian Township Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, June 5th
6pm
Free
Arrive early if you want to check out the Farmer’s Market, then meet at the picnic tables for the concert.
6pm
Free
Arrive early if you want to check out the Farmer’s Market, then meet at the picnic tables for the concert.
Shoulder Pain
Monday, June 17th
11:30am
FREE
Presented by: Dobie Road’s Outpatient Therapy Clinic
The shoulder provides us with a tremendous range of motion; from scratching our backs to planting our garden and beyond. Proper function of our shoulders is essential for most of our daily activities. More than four million patients a year seek medical attention for shoulder pain or injuries, suggesting shoulder pain is one of the largest orthopedic problems in the Unites States. Come to a great presentation on Monday, June 17th by Dobie Road’s Outpatient Therapy Clinic staff on causes, symptoms, and treatment options for shoulder pain.
11:30am
FREE
Presented by: Dobie Road’s Outpatient Therapy Clinic
The shoulder provides us with a tremendous range of motion; from scratching our backs to planting our garden and beyond. Proper function of our shoulders is essential for most of our daily activities. More than four million patients a year seek medical attention for shoulder pain or injuries, suggesting shoulder pain is one of the largest orthopedic problems in the Unites States. Come to a great presentation on Monday, June 17th by Dobie Road’s Outpatient Therapy Clinic staff on causes, symptoms, and treatment options for shoulder pain.
Father's Day at BAD Brewing Company
Friday, June 14th
11:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: FREE for men
Includes lunch & beverage.
Women are welcome to join and will be responsible for their lunch expenses. School bus transportation.
Registration due by Friday, June 7th
11:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: FREE for men
Includes lunch & beverage.
Women are welcome to join and will be responsible for their lunch expenses. School bus transportation.
Registration due by Friday, June 7th
DJ Bingo & BBQ Night
Thursday, June 20th
5:30pm
Tickets: $7 each and on sale through June 14th
Prizes for 1st - 3rd place
Get ready to groove, guess, and win with your favorite tunes! Don’t miss out on this memorable evening of music, bingo, and BBQ!
5:30pm
Tickets: $7 each and on sale through June 14th
Prizes for 1st - 3rd place
Get ready to groove, guess, and win with your favorite tunes! Don’t miss out on this memorable evening of music, bingo, and BBQ!
Friday Flicks: June Again
Friday, June 28th
1pm
FREE
It is a story about family, life, mistakes made & misunderstandings. Having had a grandmother pass away from Alzheimer's, it is so relatable. Insidious disease.
1pm
FREE
It is a story about family, life, mistakes made & misunderstandings. Having had a grandmother pass away from Alzheimer's, it is so relatable. Insidious disease.
May & June Birthday Celebration Luncheon
Thursday, June 27th
12noon
Cost: $7 pp Registration and payment due by Friday, June 21st.
Free for those celebrating a May or June Birthday! Includes lunch, dessert, beverage, bingo, & prizes.
12noon
Cost: $7 pp Registration and payment due by Friday, June 21st.
Free for those celebrating a May or June Birthday! Includes lunch, dessert, beverage, bingo, & prizes.
Games & Sports
Games
- MONDAYS
- Euchre: 12:30pm - 4pm
- Hand Knee & Foot: 12:30pm - 4pm
- WEDNESDAYS
- Euchre: 12:30pm - 4pm
- Mah-Jongg: 12:30pm - 4pm
- THURSDAYS
- Party Bridge 12:30pm - 4:00pm
- EVERY OTHER TUESDAY -
- BINGO 2pm - 3pm
- May 14th & 28th
- June 4th
- BINGO 2pm - 3pm
Pool/Billiards
Billiards
- Monday & Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Table Tennis
Table Tennis
- Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm
Integrative Health
Massage with Scott
15 minute appointments available
Tuesdays
10 am - 2 pm
Cost $15 members Provided by Scott D.
Tuesdays
10 am - 2 pm
Cost $15 members Provided by Scott D.
Reiki with Joan
By appointment request only
Cost $35 members
Provided by Joan T.
Cost $35 members
Provided by Joan T.
Reflexology with Alyssa
Thursdays
Cost: $15 members // $20 non members
Welcome our new reflexologist, Alyssa C.! Reflexology is a type of therapy that used gentle pressure on specific point along your hands and feet. Reflexology connects spots on the outside of the body to the inside of the body which may lead to less stress, feeling more relaxed, and increased energy. Make your appointment today!
Cost: $15 members // $20 non members
Welcome our new reflexologist, Alyssa C.! Reflexology is a type of therapy that used gentle pressure on specific point along your hands and feet. Reflexology connects spots on the outside of the body to the inside of the body which may lead to less stress, feeling more relaxed, and increased energy. Make your appointment today!
Outings
Father's Day at BAD Brewing Company
Friday, June 14th
11:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: FREE for men
Includes lunch & beverage.
Women are welcome to join and will be responsible for their lunch expenses. School bus transportation.
Registration due by Friday, June 7th
11:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: FREE for men
Includes lunch & beverage.
Women are welcome to join and will be responsible for their lunch expenses. School bus transportation.
Registration due by Friday, June 7th
Trip to Frederik Meijer Gardens
Friday, July 19th
Includes: transportation (Okemos school bus), admission, guided tour, outdoor tram tour, $20 lunch voucher for James & Shirley Balk Café.
Sponsored by: Haslett - Okemos Rotary
- Arrive at Senior Center at 9:30am
- Bus departs at 10am
- Arrive at Frederik Meijer at 11:15am
- Bus departs at 3:15pm
- Arrive back at Senior Center at 4:30pm
Includes: transportation (Okemos school bus), admission, guided tour, outdoor tram tour, $20 lunch voucher for James & Shirley Balk Café.
Sponsored by: Haslett - Okemos Rotary
Lugnuts Game
Wednesday, July 31st
1:05pm
Cost: TBD
Stay tuned - more information to come!
Step up to the plate and join us for a day of baseball fun! We’ll root for the Lansing Lugnuts and enjoy great company with East Lansing Prime Time Seniors Program and The Willows.
1:05pm
Cost: TBD
Stay tuned - more information to come!
Step up to the plate and join us for a day of baseball fun! We’ll root for the Lansing Lugnuts and enjoy great company with East Lansing Prime Time Seniors Program and The Willows.