Ann Arbor Senior Center

Join Lockwood of Ann Arbor for this fun, and informative event! Enjoy coffee, snacks, socialize, and pick up information. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

Fall, winter, spring, and summer we will use fresh, local ingredients to make a simple meal to share. Come hungry and ready to chop, cook and learn! Join us this autumn to make chicken wild rice soup with herb focaccia. Look forward to venison chili with sweet and savory cornbread in the winter, wild edibles in the spring, and produce pizzas in the summer. All materials provided. No experience needed. Open to adults 55+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 723.794.6250. Cost is $5, members; $10, nonmembers.

Join the Ann Arbor Senior Center in Japanese Rock Wrapping! Japanese rock wrapping, or tsutsumu, is an art form rooted in Japanese tradition. It is a meditative, artistic practice involving securing rocks with cord, twine, or cane in intricate symmetrical, and minimalist designs. Rooted in Zen tradition, this technique transforms simple stones into decorative objects or, historically, guided pathways, representing a spiritual, mindful and calming activity. Class will be held outside weather permitting! All materials will be provided. No prior experience necessary. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Cost is $3, members; $5, nonmembers.

Refresh and reset on a forest therapy walk. Inspired by Shin-rin Yoku and practiced worldwide, Forest Therapy is a slow, restorative walk in a natural setting following a special sequence of elements. Enter into a deeper connection with the natural world and nurture your well-being as you experience the physical and mental health benefits of forest bathing. No experience necessary. Instructor, trained and certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, Ellen offers participants an opportunity to reconnect with the more-than-human world and themselves as they experience a guided forest therapy walk and the healing power of nature. Meet in the parking lot of the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

The Ann Arbor Senior Center welcomes A2 Joy Rides for this enriching and unique experience! A2 Joy Rides is a local chapter of Cycling Without Age (CWA), that gives older adults and people with limited mobility the opportunity to experience the freedom, connection and simple joy of cycling- with the help of volunteer “pilots” who pedal specialty designed trishaws. Founded in Denmark in 2012, CWA now operates in more than 50 countries, has 3,500 chapters worldwide and has given over 5 million rides to over 1.5 million people. Through the simple act of sharing a bike ride, it weaves a sense of community and gathers unique and invaluable stories, connections between generations, unlocked only by the wind in your hair and the wheels. Additionally, CWA aims to combat isolation by helping participants reconnect with their neighborhoods and nature, while also promote sustainability through clean, human-powered transport. A presentation about the organization will be held from 10-11 a.m. followed by an opportunity for a 10-minute ride given by one of the A2 Joy Rides volunteers. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

Join the Ann Arbor Senior Center Staff in creating beautiful clay pinch pots out of oven baked clay! Materials will be provided and no prior experience needed! Pick up for the pots will be the next day to give them time to cool. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Cost is $3, members; $5, nonmembers.

Join the Ann Arbor Senior center in creating spooky watercolor sugar cookies! All materials will be provided, no experience necessary. Open to adults 55+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Join the Ann Arbor Senior Center in painting and decorating festive pumpkins! All materials will be provided, no experience necessary. Open to adults 55+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave.Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Cost is $3, members; $5, nonmembers.

AI & Cybersecurity for Seniors is a practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed specifically for older adults. Participants will explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and learn essential skills for staying safe in today's digital environment. Through real-life examples, practical demonstrations, and easy-to-understand tips, attendees will gain a better understanding of how AI impacts everyday life, from voice assistants and smart devices to personalized recommendations. The class will also cover common online scams, phishing attempts, password security, and ways to protect personal information. Whether participants are curious about emerging technology or concerned about cybersecurity, this workshop provides a friendly and supportive environment to build confidence, digital awareness, and online safety skills. No prior technology experience is required. Offered in partnership with Washtenaw Community College. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

Join us on a travelogue with host George Jabol! Our travelogue host, George Jabol, has visited Hawaii more than once, and for this slideshow he decided to unite several of his trips to the Hawaiian Islands into one presentation. Highlights of these trips include the Volcanoes National Park, Fanning Island near the equator, the Haleakala National Park, several visits to the Polynesian Cultural Center, the USS Arizona Memorial, the Nani Mau Gardens, the Maui Ocean Center, a whale-watching and sunset boat trip, a drive along Maui’s scenic road to Hana, the Waimea Canyon and the National Botanical Garden on Kaua’i, and a full day’s bus tour covering 120 miles around the island of Oahu. So, there’s no lack of splendid places to see and arm-chair adventures to experience, especially in icy Michigan, where this travelogue may help remind us what warmer weather is like. Open to all ages 18+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Chase away the winter blues with books that will make you smile! Share your thoughts with friends at the Senior Center with a guided discussion. This month we are reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt (ISBN-10: 0063254484). Books are available to check out from the Senior Center. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Do you want to go to the grocery store, but have no car? Retiring from driving isn't the loss of independence it used to be. Thanks to ride sharing apps like Uber and Lyft, you can get an affordable ride around town 24/7. Together with AsKevin, you'll get support getting apps setup, practice, and talk about ride share safety. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

There are so many techniques to detect and prevent scams. Whare are the latest tips? Which technique should I remember? In this tech talk, you'll learn to cut through all the noise and how to say "NO" to scams. Hosted by AsKevin, a network of digital coaches helping seniors with technology issues with smartphones, computers, TVs, internet, and more. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge. 

Instructional bridge classes are directed by Ray Gentz. Each class requires its own registration and runs 13-weeks. Register using the links in course descriptions below or call 734.794.6250. For more information, contact the instructor, Ray, at ray62856@gmail.com. Open to all ages 18+.​ Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center. Cost of each course is: $130, members; $156 nonmembers (Drop-in option: members, $15; nonmembers, $17). ​

Bridge for Beginners - Part I

Tuesdays through Dec. 15, 1-3 p.m. (No class Nov. 3). This class is designed for beginners who have never played before and for those wishing to refresh bidding skills. The main part of the course deals with learning the Standard American bidding system. Other parts include scoring, defense, declarer play and more. This class will cover chapters 1-5 of the required text, “Bidding in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant. The first 60 minutes will be for lecture and discussion  followed by a 5 minute break which will be followed by 25 minutes more of lecture. The last 30 minutes will be for play of pre-dealt hands that go with the lesson. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250.

Bridge II Play of the Hand - Part I

Mondays through Dec.7, 9:30-11:30 a.m. This class is designed for advanced beginners and low intermediate players who wish to improve declarer skills and will cover chapters 1-3 of the required text, “Play of the Hand in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant. The main part of the course deals with play of the hand as declarer. Other parts include bidding reviews, defense, and more. The class will run with lecture and discussion for the first 75 minutes followed by play practice for the remaining time. Prerequisite: Bridge I/equivalent or prior experience. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250.

Bridge Defense - Part I

Tuesdays through Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-noon. (No class Nov. 3). This class is designed for advanced beginners and low intermediate players who wish to improve their defensive play. We will study chapters 1-3 of the required text "Defense in the 21st Century" by Audrey Grant. Class consists of the first 75 minutes of lecture and discussion followed by play practice for the remaining 45 minutes. Hands will be analyzed after completion to review the bidding, play and defense. It is recommended students have some type of previous bidding class or experience. Prerequisite: Bridge I/equivalent or prior experience. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250.