Ann Arbor Senior Center

Join us for this special Mind Matters session that will be hosted in person by representatives from the Alzheimer’s foundation of America at the University of Michigan. The AFA organization is dedicated to promoting brain health and wellness, raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, and encouraging proactive approaches to brain care. Join us for engaging and fun brain exercises to keep your brain young and strong! Friends are encouraged! Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

All Line Dancing participants welcome! If you participate in our WCC Senior Focus class, this is an hour to practice in between the winter and summer semesters. Not in one of our classes? No problem - come and meet new people! Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Contact 734.794.6250. Free for members; $2, nonmembers.

Get to know our local winter birds and help feed them until spring begins. We will make pinecone bird feeders with seeds and peanut butter, and cookie cutter bird feeders with gelatin. Not for those with a peanut allergy. All materials provided, no experience needed. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Cost is $5. 

Cybercrime is a multibillion-dollar industry that disproportionately affects older adults. Come learn who these bad actors are, how they operate, and how to protect yourself. Hosted by AsKevin and James Giordani, MSW with a focus on enhancing the quality of life and independence of seniors through technology. He has been teaching tech skills and providing in-home tech support tailored to older adults for over 8 years. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Join Stephanie Crane from Next Steps 4 Seniors for this educational workshop. Learn the different levels of assisted living communities; how to finance and prepare for these transitions; and other tips! Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Join Elderwise Learning for this casual educational presentation on learning in retirement! Learn about the importance of lifelong learning; the different types of classes offered; and ways to get involved with lifelong learning. Elderwise is a nonprofit, independent, lifelong learning organization dedicated to offering continuing education to learners of all ages. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

All tai chi participants welcome. If you participate in either of our WCC Senior Focus tai chi classes, this is an hour to practice in between the summer and fall semester. Not in one of our classes? No problem! Come and meet new people. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Contact 734.794.6250. Free for members; $2, nonmembers.

Join us on a travelogue with host George Jabol! This travelogue, hosted by George Jabol, is about a journey to other-worldly places. Our first stop lasts four nights for visits to Los Angeles and its suburb, Hollywood, where fantasy rules. At Universal Studios we’ll encounter Beetlejuice and the Death mobile from the movie Animal House. Then we’ll go to the bottom of our planet for a ten-day cruise around New Zealand’s North and South Islands. Open to all ages 18+. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Join parks staff as we explore different parks and learn about the birds that live within them. We will focus on topics such as migration, bird songs, nesting behavior, and more! Binoculars are provided. This series will have a mix of dirt and paved trails, and we will go on a slow stroll for about a mile. Bring adequate shoes/clothes, a water bottle, and anything else you may need for a hike! Walk dates and locations include: April 6: Island Park; May 4: Barton Nature Area; June 1: Forest Nature Area; July 6: Mary Beth Doyle Park; Aug. 3: Eberwhite Woods; Aug. 31: Ruthven Nature Area; Oct. 5: Gallup Park. Preregistration required for each walk. Click walk dates to register or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Join Eleva Potter and learn how to roll your own sushi with rice, veggies and your choice of smoked salmon or imitation crab. All materials provided, no experience needed. Come hungry! Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Cost is $5. 

Join Visiting Angels and swing by our spring Brain Boosters Drive-Through for a fun and easy way to keep your mind sharp! Pick up free activity packs filled with puzzles, brain teasers, memory tips, and resources to help keep your mind active and engaged. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free for members; $5 nonmembers. ​

Learn how to roll your own spring rolls with rice noodles, veggies, and shrimp. There will be a peanut sauce or sweet chili sauce too. All materials provided. No experience needed. Come hungry! Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 723.794.6250. Cost is $5.

Join the Gerald Ford Presidential Library for an intimate look at the life of Michigan’s only president, from his days as a University of Michigan football star to his unexpected rise to the White House. We will uncover surprising facts about his journey and explore the "hidden history" of a man who led the nation through a period of profound change. You will also get a sneak peek at upcoming public programs and the new "America at 250" exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave. Preregistration required. Click here or call 734.794.6250. Free of charge.

Nordic Walking originated in Finland and is now a very popular fitness trend that uses specially designed poles and involves applying force to the poles with each stride. It’s a great cardiovascular exercise, improves posture, reduces impact on joints, strengthens the core and upper body, and burns more calories compared to regular walking. Nordic Walking is done by all ages and fitness levels. Our instructor, Inge Gaiser is a semi-retired physical therapist and lives in Ann Arbor and has taught classes since 2008. Each of the four weeks will visit a different park including Burns Park, Furstenberg, Gallup, and County Farm. Equipment provided. The first class will meet at the Burns Park Shelter, 1300 Baldwin Ave. (across the park from the Senior Center). The last three classes will meet at different parks. Preregistration required. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. Cost is free for members; $20, nonmembers.

Instructional bridge classes are directed by Ray Gentz. Each class requires its own registration and runs 13-weeks. Call to register. 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 II

Tuesdays through April 7, 1-3 p.m. This class will cover chapters 6-9 of the required text “Bidding in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant. The first 60 minutes will be for lecture 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 hands. This is a great review class for others who may want a good review of overcalls, takeout doubles and Stayman. The class is for anyone who has taken Bridge for Beginners Part I. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. 

Bridge II Play of the Hand - Part II

Monday through April 6, 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 4-6 of the text. 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 for the first 75 minutes followed by play practice for the remaining time. The required text is “Play of the Hand in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant. Open to all ages. Prerequisite: Bridge I or equivalent class. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250.

Bridge Defense: Part II

Tuesdays through April 7, 10 a.m.-noon. This class is designed for beginners and low intermediate players who wish to improve their defensive play. Class consists of the first 75 minutes of lecture followed by play practice for the remaining 45 minutes. Hands will be analyzed after completion to review the bidding, play and defense. We will study chapters 4-6 of the required text "Defense in the 21st Century" by Audrey Grant. It is recommended students have some type of previous bidding class or experience. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250.

Instructional bridge classes are directed by Ray Gentz. Each class requires its own registration and runs 13-weeks. Call to register. For more information, contact the instructor Ray at ray62856@gmail.com. Open to all ages 18+.​ Located at the Ann Arbor Senior Center. 

Bridge: Supervised Play

Friday, April 14, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. These sessions are designed for beginners and low, intermediate players who wish to improve their bidding, declarer and defensive play. The sessions will be run with students playing seven-nine hands per session. Hands will be analyzed after completion to review the bidding, play and defense. It is highly recommended that students have some type of previous bidding class or experience. Please note that this is not a duplicate game, just practice. Drop in only, no registration required. Players will be partnered with people of the same skill level when possible. Cost is $10, members; $12, nonmembers.

Bridge II, Play of the Hand, Part III

Mondays, April 20-July 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (No class May 25). This course focuses on declarer play using methods described in the required textbook. Also covered will be smaller sections on bidding review, defense and more. Each class consists of 90 minutes of presentation including a brief break. The last 30 minutes will be for students to play hands which will be analyzed with an emphasis on declarer techniques. Required Text: “Play of Hand in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant (ISBN-10: 0939460947). Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. Cost is: $130, members; $156 nonmembers (Drop-in: $15, members; $17, nonmembers).

Bridge Defense – Part III

Tuesdays, April 28-July 21, 10 a.m.-noon. This class is designed for beginners and low intermediate players who wish to improve their defensive play and do play practice with analysis. The class will run with lectures and discussion from the text for the first 60-75 minutes. Students will then play hands from a previous duplicate game during the remaining time. We will study chapters 7-9. Prerequisites: Bridge I/equivalent or prior experience. Required Text: “Defense in the 21st Century” by Audrey Grant (ISBN-10: ‎0939460653).  Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. Cost is: $130, members; $156, nonmembers (Drop-in: $15, members; $17, nonmembers).

Bridge Conventions with Supervised Play

Tuesdays, April 28-June 30, 1-3 p.m. This class is for advanced beginner through middle intermediate players who wish to learn new bidding and defense conventions, as well as review former ones like Stayman, Jacoby Transfers, Blackwood, opening leads, and more. No text needed! Handouts will be provided. Each class will start with 20-45 minutes of presentation on the topic at hand, followed by play where students will bid and play hands from the previous days’ duplicate game. Hands are analyzed after completion to review the bidding, play, and defense. Open to all ages. Prerequisites: Bridge for Beginners Parts I and II or instructor approval. Click here to register or call 734.794.6250. Cost is: $60, members; $72, nonmembers (Drop in fee: $15, members; $17, nonmembers). ​