Seniors

September 2026

★ Free

★ Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center. 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for most activities by emailing [email protected], [email protected], or calling (734) 794–6250. Movement for Joy (Wed. 9:30–10:15 a.m.). Free. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10 a.m.) via Zoom at a2gov.org/senior. $2; members, free. Scrabble (Wed. 1:30–3 p.m.). $2; members, free. Senior Park Walks (Fri. 10–11 a.m.). Guided 1-mile walks at different Ann Arbor parks. $2; members, free. The Weekly Mingle (Fri. noon–1:30 p.m.). Prompted conversation on specific topics to meet new people. Bring your own lunch if you like; coffee and tea provided. 

Talks & Events: Ann Arbor Senior Center. 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Senior-focused talks. Preregistration required for all talks and meetings by emailing [email protected], [email protected], or calling (734) 794–6250. Sept. 1 (10–11 a.m.): “About the Farmers Market.” Presentation by Ann Arbor Farmers Market manager Stefanie Stauffer. Sept. 2 (9–10:30 a.m.): “Farmers Market Visit.” Meet at the Kerrytown Clock Tower. Sept. 2 (noon–1 p.m.): “Healthy Aging & Fall Prevention.” With Fox Rehabilitation representatives, with a free light lunch. Sept. 3 (1:30–4 p.m.): “Travels with George: Aztec & Mayan Cultures in Mexico.” Slideshow and talk. Sept. 4 (10 a.m.–noon): “Produce Pizzas.” Parks educator Eleva Potter helps prepare pizzas with market produce. Sept. 8 (10 a.m.–noon): “Forest Therapy Walk.” Guided meditative walk in a park TBA. Sept. 10 & 17 (11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.): “Faux Stained Glass.” Materials provided. $17 (members, $15). Sept. 16 (noon–1 p.m.): “Falling for Florals Flower Arranging.” All invited to create fall bouquets. Materials provided. $12 (members, $10). Sept. 16 (noon–1 p.m.): “Memory Care Communities: When Is It Time?” Presentation by Brookdale Memory Care representatives, with a free light lunch. Sept. 21 (10–11 a.m.): “When a Little Help at Home Makes Sense.” Presentation by Options Home Care representatives, with a free light brunch. Sept. 23 (noon–1 p.m.): “Get Ready for Medicare Open Enrollment.” Presentation by Raymond James representatives, with a free light brunch. Sept. 24 (1–2 p.m.): “Clay Earrings.” Materials provided. $5 (members, $3). Sept. 28 (10–11 a.m.): “Retirement Investments: Unexpected Bumps and Roadblocks Along the Way.” Presentation by Muehlig Funeral Home representatives, with a free light brunch.

★ Activities: Pittsfield Township Senior 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.). Ukulele Practice (Mon. 10:30–11:30 a.m.), no instruction given. American Mah-jongg (Mon. 1–3 p.m. & Tues. 10–11:45 a.m.), all levels welcome. Euchre (Tues. 1–3 p.m.). Watercolor & Painting (Wed. 10–11:30 a.m.), bring project and supplies; no instruction given. Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Flower Arrangers (Thurs. 9:30 a.m.). Men’s Group (Thurs. 2–4 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 Social Coffee Group (Sept. 10, 11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.). Living Solo Social Hour (Sept. 14, 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.). Tech Townhall (Sept. 14, 3:10 p.m.). 

★ Talks & Events: Pittsfield Township Senior Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free unless noted. Preregistration & $10/year ($5 for residents) membership required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. Sept. 2 (5:30–7:30 p.m.): “Community Input Open House.” Discussion of the new Community Parks & Recreation Plan. Sept. 18 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): “National Senior Center Month Cookout.” Resources, socializing, provided food.  

★ 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, [email protected], michmed.org/tswp. Tai Chi (Mon., Wed., Fri. noon–12:30 p.m. via Zoom). Euchre (Mon. 1–4 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. Chinese Mah-jongg (Wed. 1–4 p.m. & Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon in person). Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 2–3:30 p.m. via Zoom). Una Tertulia (Sept. 1 & 15, 3:15–5 p.m. in person). Fluent Spanish conversation. LGBTQ+ Sip & Chat (Sept. 9 & 23, noon–2 p.m. in person).  

★ Healthy Living Presentations: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at (734) 998–9353, [email protected], or michmed.org/tswp. Sept. 2 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Life Beyond Menopause.” With U-M obstetrics & gynecology professor Carrie Bell. Sept. 23 (10–11:30 a.m.): “Tips to Managing Your Emotional Health & Well-Being.” With U-M geriatric social worker Leslie Dubin. 

★ Sept. 18 (Noon–3 p.m.): “Open House”: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program. Community resource tables, live music, art displays, and a mini-jewelry sale. Also, flu shots, mini cognitive tests, 4-stage balance tests, blood pressure checks, and other free health screenings. Refreshments. 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. (734) 998–9353, [email protected], michmed.org/tswp.