Active Adult Programs & Activities
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SENIOR CLUB
Are you 60 or better? Are you looking for a group of people to enjoy good conversation, meet new friends and have an opportunity to partake in fun special events? Addison Park District Active Senior Club is the perfect place! Members of the Club enjoy a variety of activities including:
- Day Trips
- Special Events
- BINGO Events
- Informational & Educational Seminars
- Health Screenings
- Community Involvement
- Bunco Bunch
Active Senior Club Members also receive special discounts on several special events throughout the year. Interested in joining or more information? Contact Darlene Schnidt, Active Adult Coordinator at
630-833-0100.
Ages: 60+
When: Every Tuesday
Where: Community Senior Center
120 E. Oak Street
Fee: $15 Annual Membership Fee
COMPREHENSIVE FITNESS RE-ASSESSMENT
$30 members/$36 non-members
Have your fitness goals hit a plateau? Everyone has their own unique body type and different fitness goals. Whether your goal is to lose weight, gain muscle or strengthen your core, our professional trainers will design a workout program just for your body type.
Each one-hour confidential appointment features:
- Height and weight analysis
- Blood pressure testing
- Body measurements
- Cardiovascular, strength, flexibility & endurance tests
- Body fat analysis
- Other health-related tests
Our professional trainers will give you an overall assessment of your level of fitness and a free workout regimen based on those results that will help you reach your goals. Plus, receive unlimited follow-up body fat analyses for free!
FIT AND STRONG
Do you have stiffness or pain in your lower back, hips, knees, ankles, joints, or feet? Whether you have never participated in an exercise program or you are a seasoned veteran, this program is for you! Taught by certified professionals, this awardwinning,evidence based class was developed by the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Center for Research on Health and Aging. It has been proven to benefit arthritis and its symptoms. In collaboration with the CHRA and the Center for Disease Control, Club Fitness is one of only a handful of Illinois locations who has been chosen to offer this unique program/study. This program includes 1 hour of stretching, low-impact aerobics/aerobic walking, and strengthening exercises followed by group discussions and problem solving. Participants will also receive a tailor-made exercise routine. Club Fitness membership is not necessary.
Location: Club Fitness
Fee: $35 M/$40 NM
Age: 45 and better
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18286 | 18286NM | M/W/F | 2/22-4/16 | 2-3:30 p.m. |
NEW YEARS RE-CELEBRATION
Ring in the New Year at the Empress Banquets. The countdown to “midnight” and lunch happens at Noon. Stay until 3:00 and enjoy the entertainment. Choose between beef, chicken or fish.
Location: Empress Banquets
Fee: $20M/ $25NM
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 17984 | 17984NR | Th | 1/7 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. |
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION
Join us for music and entertainment by the Irish Trinity Dancers, a Celtic Bagpiper and a good roasting among friends!
Location: Empress Banquet Hall
Fee: $20 M/ $25 NM
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 17981 | 17981NR | W | 3/17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. |
FASHION & JEWELRY SHOW
Come watch our senior models take the runway with the entire focus of BonWorth clothing. Our purpose is to serve the mature woman shopper and carry sizes from misses to petite. Our coordinated tops and bottoms are manufactured with quality easy care fabrics. Cookie Lee Jewelry offers affordable high fashion accessories with contemporary & classic designs.
Location: Community Rec Center
Fee: $2
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 17634 | W | 3/3 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. |
BINGO BUDDY LUNCHES
Visit with your old friends or meet some new ones. Please join our terrific group of people in the Senior Center for lunch and a rousing round of bingo. Lunch, laughs, prizes and gift cards too! No Bingo in December due to all the holiday happenings.
Location: Community Rec Center
Fee: $7/R $10NR
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18109 | 18109NR | W | 1/20 | 12-2 p.m. |
| 18110 | 18110NR | W | 1/20 | 12-2 p.m. |
| 18111 | 18111NR | W | 1/20 | 12-2 p.m. |
| 18112 | 18112NR | W | 1/20 | 12-2 p.m. |
| 18113 | 18113NR | W | 1/20 | 12-2 p.m. |
CRAFT FAIR & GARAGE SALE
Want to turn your clutter into cash or just enjoy browsing different crafts of all kinds. Have an opportunity to see the wonderful hand-made crafts and treasures at our craft fair. The craft fair is seeking crafters of all types.
Location: Community Multi Purpose Room
Table Fee: $15 for1 table/ $30 for 2 tables
Spot Fee: $12 for1 spot/ $24 for 2 spots
(bring your own table)
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18442 | Sa | 6/5 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |
ANTIQUE & TREASURE SHOW
Have you ever wondered if the cute ceramic doll on your mother’s dresser was worth anything? Bring your item to the Park Districts first Antique & Treasure Show" and find out it's worth. By appointment ONLY!!! American Society of Appraisers onsite for a limited time only that day!
Location: Community Multi Purpose Room
Fee: $5 pre/$8 at the door
Program Contact: DS
FIT & FABULOUS EXERCISE GROUP
Work at your own level of fitness. This class focuses on stretching and mobility exercises to help maintain and enhance activities. Open to all Active Adult Groups.
Location: Community Rec Center
Days: M/W/F
Time: 8:45-9:30 a.m.
Program Contact: DS
MEN'S FRIDAY CARD GROUP
Calling all men ages 60+! Enjoy playing cards, chess or checkers with a warm tasty cup of coffee. Open to all Active Adult Groups.
Location: Community Leisure Room
Days: Every Friday
Time: 9 a.m.-Noon
Program Contact: DS
2009 KNITTING & CROCHET CLUB
Join the Knit Witts of Addison, relax and enjoy good conversation with a group that meets each Monday from 1-3 p.m. to socialize while creating greatly needed items for local senior residents. All yarn is donated. This program is open to allActive Adult Community residents age 55+.
Location: Community Rec Center Craft Room
Fee: FREE
Program Contact: DS
WESTERN LINE DANCING
Stay fit while learning the latest line dances! Open to all Active Adult Groups.
Location: Community Rec Center
Fee: $42
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18206 | Th | 10/29-12/31 | 1-3 p.m. |
| 18163 | Th | 1/28-4/1 | 1-3 p.m. |
RULES OF THE ROAD
A great way to brush up on your road skills before a test! The class is offered to seniors and others who must pass a written test, driving test or eye exam to maintain a valid driver’s license. Road signs, symbols and basic rules of the road will be reviewed. Call the Park District for more information at 630-833-0100. For more driver's license information, contact the Sec. of State's Office at (630) 629-0380.
Location: Community Rec Center Craft Room
Fee: FREE
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 17981 | Th | 3/11 | 1-3 p.m. |
PURSE PIZAZZ!
Do you like unusual accessories? Wearable art that is fun and functional? Take along your one of a kind pocket book that will make an artistic statement where ever you go! No experience necessary! You will design in 2 sessions your own purse from family pictures, magazine articles and an old box! Register early as space is limited!
Location: APD Community Rec Center Craft Room
Fee: $26 R/ $30 NR
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18208 | 18208NR | M | 3/15 & 3/22 | 1-3 p.m. |
15 GREAT THINGS A SENIOR CAN USE
In partnership with the CRHA and CDC CAN USE A light hearted look at technology, activities, and other points of interest that can enhance a senior’s life.
Location: APD Community Rec Center/Craft Room
Fee: FREE
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18047 | Th | 1/14 | 1-2 p.m. |
AGING WISDOM FOR AGELESS LIVING
An overview of demographic studies and topics focusing on health, financial, and social related issues.
Location: Addison Public Library/Meeting Room
Fee: FREE
Registration: Adult Service Desk, Addison Public
Library, 630-458-3320.
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18048 | Th | 2/25 | 2-3 p.m. |
ESTATE SALES & DOWNSIZING
The benefits of downsizing your home This seminar will commitment to living with less stuf footprint on the earth. Downsizing less to maintain, less to cool, less All registration for classes must be in one week prior to program date. are pretty obvious: less to clean, to heat, and a lower carbon your home takes a real and less space. give the how, why, & when!
Location: Addison Public Library/Meeting Rm
Fee: FREE
Registration: Adult Service Desk, Addison Public
Library, 630-458-3320.
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18049 | Th | 3/18 | 7-8 p.m. |
TAKING CARE OF AGING PARENTS
A senior and their family members can have many decisions to make as they get older. This presentation addresses some of these issues. Topics covered include housing options, home and health care, and several key financial concerns.
Location: Community Rec Center Craft Room
Community Rec Center Craft Room
Fee: FREE
Program Contact: DS
| Code | Day | Date | Time |
| 18046 | Th | 4/22 | 7-8 p.m. |