Seniors
May 2025
Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing mfulton@a2gov.org, bpatton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250. Bridge (Mon. 12:30–3:30 p.m.), duplicate non-sanctioned. $5; members, $3. Preregistration required. Move and Groove (Wed. 9:30–10:15 a.m.). Free. Preregistration required. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10 a.m.) via Zoom at a2gov.org/senior. $2; members, free. Trivia (May 7 & 21, 1–2 p.m.) via Zoom at a2gov.org/senior, $2; members, free. Scrabble (Wed. 1:30–3 p.m.). $2; members, free. Artist’s Open Studio (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.). $2; members, free. ACBL-Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8. Senior Park Walks (Fri. 10–11 a.m.). Guided one-mile walks through Ann Arbor parks. $2; members, free. Preregistration required.
Talks: Ann Arbor Senior Center. 1320 Baldwin Ave., a2gov.org/senior. Senior-focused talks. Free. Preregistration required for all talks and meetings by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or mfulton@a2gov.org, or calling (734) 794–6250. May 5 (10–11 a.m.): “Ham Radio: Do They Still Do That?” with amateur radio instructor Dan Romanchik, KB6NU, author of the KB6NU.com amateur radio blog. May 7 (noon–1 p.m.): “Lunch & Learn: Frauds & Scams,” with a free light lunch. May 8 (1:30–4 p.m.): “Travels with George: Heart of India,” slideshow and talk. May 9 (1–3 p.m.): “From the Naked Eye to Space Telescopes: A History of Astronomical Discoveries,” with representatives from the U-M LSA astronomy program. May 13 (2–4 p.m.): “Paper Making with Natural Materials,” with City of Ann Arbor environmental educator Eleva Potter. May 14 (9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.): “Care Management by Natalie.” Individual consultations with Natalie Adewunmi. May 16 (10 a.m.–noon): “Balloon Volleyball Match,” a competitive low-impact workout with Skye from University Senior Living. May 21 (noon–1 p.m.): “Lunch & Learn: Safety in the Home,” with a free light lunch. May 23 (11 a.m.–noon): “Technology: Essential Computer Skills,” with James Giordani from AsKevin.
Senior Activities: Pittsfield Township Community Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. Rise & Shine (Mon. & Fri. 9–10 a.m.) morning exercise. Creative Writers (Mon. 10 a.m.), bring current project; no instruction given. Ukulele Practice (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.), no instruction given. Living Solo Social Hour (May 5, 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.), socializing for seniors living alone; not a support group. American Mah-jongg (Mon. 1–3 p.m. & Tues. 10 a.m.–noon), all levels welcome. Euchre (Tues. 1–3 p.m.). Book Club (May 7, 10:30 a.m.–noon), call for current title. Watercolor & Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.), bring current project and supplies; no instruction given. Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Flower Arrangers (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.), $20 first and $10 subsequent sessions. Computer Help (Thurs. 9–11:45 a.m.) with Jack Spence. Men’s Group (Thurs. 2–3:30 p.m.) discussion group. Crafting Crew (Fri. 10–11:30 a.m.), bring your current project, no instruction given. Chinese Mah-jongg (Fri. 1–3 p.m.).
Senior Talks & Events: Pittsfield Township Senior Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. May 8 (noon–1 p.m.): “Fall Prevention.” May 12 (10–11 a.m.): “Change: The Only Constant in Life.” May 15 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): “Understanding Your Veterans Benefits.” Lunch provided if you register by May 11. May 16 (12:30–3 p.m.): “Senior Spring Fling: High School Reunion Edition.” Period high school attire encouraged for this party with lunch, card games, trivia, cupcake walk, and more. Bring your senior year photo and yearbook. May 21 (3:30–4:30 p.m.): “Investment: Focus on Fixed Income.” With Edward Jones.
Activities: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. (2401 Plymouth Rd.). Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu. Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m. via Zoom). Walking Off the Pounds (Mon., Wed., & Fri. 12:30–1 p.m. via Zoom). Euchre (Mon. 1–3 p.m. in person). Meditation Drop-In (Tues. 10–11:30 a.m. via Zoom). Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m. in person), call if interested. Scrabble (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Una Tertulia (May 6 & 20, 3–5 p.m. in person) fluent Spanish conversation. LGBTQ+ Pride in Aging (May 14 & 28, 1–3 p.m. in person) discussion group. Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 3–4 online). Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon in person). SCRAP Session (May 16, 1:30–3:30 p.m.) creative reuse crafting.
“Healthy Living Presentations”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at (734) 998–9353 or tswp.info@umich.edu. May 7 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Keeping Bones Strong: Essential Nutrients for Osteoporosis Prevention.” May 14 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Relationships, Intimacy, and Dating at Our Age.” May 16 (10–11:30 a.m.): “U-M Patient Portal Class.” May 28 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Nutrition for Healthy Aging.”
