Celebrated every year in September, National Senior Center Month spotlights how vital these centers are to the health and well-being of communities like Asheville. Senior centers provide support and encouragement to older adults, and offer a place for community members in the prime of life to discover unique interests, talents, and aspirations. This year’s theme is Discover Yours, encouraging older adults to discover new friendships, health and wellness opportunities, creativity, and excitement.
Check out September highlights, weekly classes, and monthly clubs for older adults below. Of course, there are plenty more movement, arts, and games programs for all ages. Check out the current program guide at ashevillenc.gov/apr-guide in English and Spanish. Community members may also search programs in 133 languages via Google Translate’s Website Translator on AVLREC.com.
Special Classes and Events in September
September 12-21, 12-2pm: Antique Restoration at Harvest House Center - September 16, 3-6pm: Tailgate Party at Grove Street Center
- September 18, 9am-4pm: Let’s Exchange at Grove Street Center
- September 20, 1-2pm: TED Talk at Harvest House Center
- September 21, 12-3:15pm: Bingo & Lunch at Harvest House Center
- September 23, 3-6pm Groove at the Grove at Grove Street Center
Monthly Clubs for Older Adults in Asheville
Health and Fitness
- Healthy Living
- HELP: Healthy Engagement Leading to Prevention
- Senior Strikers (bowling)
- Tai Chi
- Treks Hiking Club
- Bonus: Annual fitness center memberships are free for community members 60 and over. Visit Linwood Crump Shiloh or Stephens-Lee community center to get yours!
Games
Arts and Culture
- Day Trips
- Mountain Stitchers (knitting and crochet)
- Scrapbooking Circle
- Senior Outings
Wellness, Arts, and Games Every Week
Monday
- 9:30-10:15am: Strength & Exercise at Harvest House Center
- 10am-3pm: Open Woodshop Access at Harvest House Center
- 10:45-11:30am: Zumba at Harvest House Center
- 11am-2pm: 6-Hand Pinochle at Harvest House Center
- 12-1pm: Chair Volleyball at Crump Shiloh Center
- 1-2pm: Beginner/Improver Line Dancing at Harvest House Center
- 2-4pm: International Folk Dancing at Harvest House Center
- 2:15-5pm: Bridge at Harvest House Center
Tuesday
- 10-10:45am: Intermediate Tap Dance at Harvest House Center
- 10-11am: Power Hour Chair Exercise at Grove Street Center
- 10-11am: Gentle Mat Pilates at Grant Southside Center
- 10am-12pm: Intro to Senior Games Sports at West Asheville Park (starts September 26)
- 11:30am-2:30pm: Pinochle Club at Harvest House Center
- 1-2:30pm: Line Dancing at Crump Shiloh Center
- 1:15-2:15pm: Balance, Agility, Strength, Stretch (BASS) at Harvest House Center
- 3-4pm: Gentle Yoga at Harvest House Center
- 6-9pm: Square Dancing at Grove Street Center
Wednesday
- 10-11am: Line Dancing 101 at Harvest House Center
- 10am-3pm: Open Woodshop Access at Harvest House Center
- 11am-12pm: Zumba at Crump Shiloh Center
- 2-5pm: Card Sharks at Grove Street Center
- 2:45-4:45pm: Contra Music Jam at Harvest House Center
Thursday
- 10-10:45am: Intermediate Tap Dance at Harvest House Center
- 10am-12pm: Shuffleboard Mornings at Harvest House Center
- 10am-12pm: Women’s Billiards at Harvest House Center
- 11am-12pm: Zumba at Grove Street Center
- 11am-12pm: Zumba at Crump Shiloh Center
- 11:30am-2pm: Wright-Patterson Mahjong at Harvest House House Center
- 11:45am-12:30pm: Beginner Tap Dance at Harvest House Center
- 1-3pm: National Mahjong at Harvest House Center
Friday
- 9:30am-12:30pm: Bridge at Harvest House Center
- 10-11am: Friday Fitness at Harvest House Center
- 10am-3pm: Open Woodshop Access at Harvest House Center
- 11am-1pm: Billiards with the Q Girls at Grove Street Center
- 12-3:30pm: Canasta at Harvest House Center
- 12:30-3:30pm: Beginner Pinochle at Harvest House Center
Sunday
- 11am-12pm: Zumba at Crump Shiloh Center (except September 17)
Looking for More?
From crafting clubs and social skate nights to weekly fitness classes and outdoor meetups, APR has hundreds of opportunities to meet people and stay active each month. Pick up a program guide at any community center, search activities online, and sign up for Asheville Parks & Recreation’s monthly newsletter.