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Ongoing Social Recreation Activities
OPEN GYM FOR SENIORS
Come check out our senior gymnasium at the Essig Recreation Center. It is open Monday through Friday from 11:30am-2:30pm. Come walk a mile or two and shoot some hoops. The only payment required is your signature that you sign in and out at the front desk!
PICKLEBALL
Come join us on Monday, Wednesday & Friday each week to play Pickleball from 11:00am-5:00pm Monday and Wednesday, 11am-2pm on Fridays. You have heard all about it so come give it a try! This game is perfect for cardio and eye hand coordination. It’s flexible to anyone’s fitness level and can be as leisurely or fast paced as you desire.
SILVER-CISE EXERCISE ROOM
Come check out our senior only exercise room at the Essig Recreation Center. It is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am-3:30pm. Whether you would like to walk a few miles on the treadmill, take a ride on a stationary bike or work on your rowing– you can with folks your own age! The only payment required is your signature that you sign in and out at the front desk!
Due to COVID-19 all activities and events are postponed below
AARP CHAPTER MEETINGS
AARP’s mission is “Empowering people to choose how they live as they age.” Join us on the second Wednesday of each month and let educational speakers empower you with ideas and suggestions to assist with your daily tasks. Light refreshments and coffee will be available.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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11a - 1p | Essig Rec Center | Free | |
BIRTHDAY BANANZA
Join us for a birthday celebration every month! Bring a dish and come enjoy a variety nof birthday activities followed by a birthday treat for the seniors born in that month!
Registration Deadline: One week prior to event
How to Register: In person or call 540.483.9238
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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11a - 1p | Essig Rec Center | Free | |
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
High blood pressure usually has no symptoms but it can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney failure. Stay ahead of the game by keeping it checked. Join us at the Essig Center for free blood pressure screenings courtesy of Carilion.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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10a - 11a | Essig Rec Center | Free |
BRIDGE
Join other experienced Bridge players to play one of the greatest card games of all time-Bridge!
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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Every Mon & Wed | 10a - 2p | Essig Rec Center | Free |
Every 2nd & 4th Tue |
BROWN BAG BINGO
Bring a bagged lunch and drink for yourself and come enjoy a fun filled game of BINGO the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Prizes will be awarded for each game.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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11a - 1p | Essig Rec Center | Free | |
HEARING SCREENINGS
Sit down with one of Connect Hearing’s professionals for a no obligation free physical examination of your ears. They will also test your hearing to find out how well you hear across the noise spectrum.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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1st Thu of every month | 10a - Noon | Essig Rec Center | Free |
HOOK & NEEDLE CLUB
If you enjoy cross stitch, knitting or crocheting with like minded needle-crafters, then come join this group! Experienced leaders will be available for assistance, if you would like to learn one of these crafting techniques! Participants should bring their own supplies.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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Every Tuesday | 1p - 3p | Essig Rec Center | Free |
LINE DANCING
Join us every Tuesday for a little dancing exercise! No experience needed. Learn the health benefits of line dance, your body and brain will thank you.
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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Every Tuesday | 11:30a - 12:30p | Essig Rec Center | Free |
LUNCH BUNCH
Do you like a little conversation with your lunch? Join the Senior Lunch Bunch on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. We will visit a local restaurant for food, fun and fellowship. Group meets at 11:30am. See you there!
How to Register: In person or call 540.483.9238
DATES | RESTAURANT | PLACE |
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Ruth’s Place | 11:30a | |
Hometown Diner | ||
Ippy’s | ||
Hemas |
MATTER OF BALANCE
Join these 8 consecutive Wednesday mornings to learn how to view falls and the fear of falling as safe and controllable. Along with increased activity comes better balance and stamina. We will also learn how simple changes to your environment that can reduce fall factors.
Registration Deadline:
How to Register: In person or call 540.483.9238
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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10:30a - 12:30p | Essig Center | Free |
SENIOR CAFE & CONVERSATION
Join us for a hot meal, socialization, education and conversation every Thursday with STEP Inc. There will be a program provided by STEP from 11am-Noon and then lunch served from Noon-1pm.
How to Register: In person or call 540.483.9238
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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Every Thursday | 11a - 1p | Essig Rec Center | Free |
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS
Join us for 12 consecutive Wednesday mornings and take advantage of this programs natural health benefits. This low impact martial art class is beneficial to students as it focuses on circulation, breathing and stretching techniques.
Registration Deadline:
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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11:30a - 12:30p | Essig Rec Center | $60 |
TAI CHI FOR ADVANCED
These advanced classes are for those who have taken the beginning Tai Chi classes and want progress through learning more advanced Tai Chi.
Registration Deadline:
DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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12:30p - 1:30p | Essig Rec Center | Free |
WATERCOLOR EXPRESSIONS
Join one of these 4 consecutive Tuesday morning classes to experience the beauty and joy of watercolor painting. Includes demonstration, individual assistance and discussion. A loose and free approach, this course is designed to provide the tools needed to begin your artistic journey into self expression. Brushes, palettes and water jars are available for use. Paper and paints can be purchased in class, if needed.
Registration Deadline:
SESSIONS | DATES | TIME | PLACE | COST |
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Session 1 | 10:30a -12:30p | Essig Rec Center | $45 Per Person | |
Session 2 | ||||
Session 3 |