The Guy Thompson Community Center has a number of events taking place for older active adults.
The Milton Parks and Recreation Department is looking to add more activities for active senior adults very soon.
With the wide variety of events offered for active adults (seniors),there is something for everyone to come out and enjoy something at the Guy Thompson Community Center from exercise classes, cards, bingo, or even art.
The parks department has made some changes to the Tuesday movie matinee. All movies will be rated either PG-13, PG, or G and will feature a big screen to enjoy them on as well as a theater sound experience.
The following activities are scheduled to occur the week of May 30– June 3 at the Guy Thompson Community Center. All activities are free and open to the public unless a fee is indicated.
Monday – May 30
Center closed for Memorial Day
Tuesday – May 31
8:30 a.m. to noon – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try. FREE
9 a.m. – Yoga with Angela: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
1 p.m. – Senior Movie Matinee. Enjoy a movie at the Guy Thompson Community Center. Every Tuesday at 1 p.m. a movie will be shown for your entertainment pleasure. This week’s movie will be “Grease” starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.FREE
6 p.m. – Yoga with Trudy: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
Wednesday – June 1
9 a.m. to noon – Artist gathering: If you paint, draw or sketch you are invited to the Milton Community Center to practice your art among other artist in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. FREE
8:30 to 11 a.m. – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try. FREE
6 p.m. – Yoga with Trudy: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
Thursday – June 2
8:30 a.m. to noon – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try. FREE
1 to 3 p.m. – Bingo at the Guy Thompson Community Center. Come and spend an entertaining afternoon playing bingo. There is a wide variety of prizes available and refreshments as well. Your first bingo card is free and each additional card is $1.
6 p.m. – Panhandle Writers Group Meeting: Meet with area writers to critique and offer opinions on written works such as short stories, poems, and parts of books. FREE
Friday – June 3
8:30 a.m. to noon – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. This day is for those who want to come out for a fun recreational time and learn the basics of the game as well as the rules. Experience players are welcomed to come and play as well as space permits. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try. FREE
9 a.m. – Yoga with Angela: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
10:30 a.m. – Adult Chair Aerobics/Yoga: This is an adaptive exercise class where all activities will be done by sitting or holding onto a chair. This class is great for people with physical issues such as weight, illness, chronic pain, as well as limited flexibility or mobility. Class is $5
noon – Cards and games. Come out and enjoy games and refreshments at the Milton Community Center. This is a free activity. FREE
7 to 9 p.m. – Bands on the Blackwater. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and don’t forget your family and friends as Bands on the Blackwater will continue the 2016 spring schedule with Deja Vu. Come and enjoy the fun on South Willing St. along with some awesome music. FREE
