Seniors

October 2025

 

Activities: Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin, a2gov.org/senior. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by calling (734) 794–6250 or emailing [email protected]. Mindful Movement (Wed. 9:30–10:15 a.m.). Led by Kari Becker. Free. Preregistration required. Mind Matters Brain Games (Wed. 10 a.m.) & Trivia (Oct. 1 & 15, 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. Senior Park Walks (Fri. 10–11 a.m.). Guided one-mile walks through Ann Arbor parks. $2; members, free. Preregistration required.   

Talks & Events: Ann Arbor Senior Center. 1320 Baldwin Ave. Senior-focused talks. Free. Preregistration required for all talks and meetings by calling (734) 794–6250, emailing [email protected], or going to a2gov.org/senior. Oct. 2 (1:30–4 p.m.): “Travels with George: Ireland.” Slideshow and talk. Oct. 9 (1–3 p.m.): “Nature Journaling.” Outdoor educator Karen Gourlay shows participants how to improve their observational skills and connect to nature by keeping a nature journal. Supplies provided. Oct. 10 (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.): “AI and Cybersecurity.” With a Washtenaw Community College representative TBA. Oct. 10 (1:30–3 p.m.): “Balloon Volleyball Match.” Fun, low-impact game/workout for all. Oct. 15 (noon–1 p.m.): “Lunch & Learn: Introduction to Arthritis.” With a free light lunch. Oct. 17 (10 a.m.–11:30 a.m.): “Get Smart About New Vehicle Technology.” With an AARP representative. Oct. 22 (noon–1 p.m.): “Lunch & Learn: Eczema Awareness.” With a free light lunch. Oct. 29 (noon–1 p.m.): “Self-Advocacy in Health Care While Aging.” With a free light lunch. Oct. 31 (11 a.m.–noon): “Tech Hacks and Scams.” With James Giordani from AsKevin.  

Activities: Pittsfield Township Senior Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free (except as noted). 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. 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 current project and supplies; no instruction given. Bingo (Wed. 1–3 p.m.). Computer Help (Thurs. 9–11:45 a.m. in 15-minute slots). With Jack Spence. 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.). Book Club (Oct. 1, 10:30–noon). Living Solo Social Group (Oct. 6, 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.) & Coffee Hour (Oct. 9, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.). Socializing for seniors living alone; not a support group. 

Talks: Pittsfield Township Senior Center. 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required for all events at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. Oct. 13 (10–11 a.m.): “Michigan Voting Rights & Challenges.” With League of Women Voters representatives Catherine Murau and Rebecca Shiemke. Oct. 15 (10–11 a.m.): “It’s Not All Dementia: How to Talk to Your Doctor.” With physicians Alex Norcott and Christopher Schimmoeller. Oct. 15 (3:30 –4:30 p.m.): “Investment Update.” With a representative from Edward Jones. Oct. 22 (10:30–11:30 a.m.): “What to Expect When You Have Care Needs.” With a representative from LifeChoices. Oct. 30 (11 a.m.–noon): “Medicare Basics & What’s New.” With a representative from the Michigan State Health Insurance Assistance Program. 

Health Fair: Pittsfield Community &  Senior Center. Oct. 17. Over 35 health and resource vendors. Prizes, giveaways, screenings, flu shots. 9 a.m.-noon, 701 W. Ellsworth. Free. Preregistration required at (734) 822–2120 or recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov. 

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/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, [email protected], michmed.org/tswp. 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.). Mindfulness Meditation (Tues. 10-11:30 a.m.). Some experience required. Bridge (Tues. & Fri. 1–4 p.m.). Call if interested. Una Tertulia (Tues., Oct. 7 & 21, 3:15–5 p.m.). For native Spanish speakers. LGBTQ+ Coffee & Chat (Wed., Oct. 8 & 22, noon–2 p.m.; preregistration required). Open Chinese mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon). Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 2–3:30 p.m. via Zoom). 

Talks & Events: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Free. Preregistration required at tinyurl.com/turner-snr-calendar. (734) 998–9353, [email protected], michmed.org/tswp. Oct. 29 (10–11 a.m.): “What’s New for Medicare 2026.” With Michigan State Health Insurance Assistance Program representative Shari Smith.

“Senior Living Week Expo”: U-M Health Housing Bureau for Seniors. Oct. 11 & 13–17. The annual Senior Living Week begins today with exhibits from housing, health, financial, and care providers and a keynote speech by Mariann Aalda (noon-1 p.m.), an actress and stand-up comic whose TEDx talk “Ageism Is a Bully … Stand Up to It!” launched her into activism. During the week, talks on a variety of issues for seniors, workshops, and open houses at senior housing communities around the county. For complete schedule or to preregister, see tinyurl.com/2025-mi-med-senior. 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Oct. 11), Washtenaw Community College, Towsley Auditorium (Morris Lawrence Bldg.), 4800 E. Huron River Dr. & 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Oct. 13-17), various locations. All events free, but preregistration recommended. Free. (734) 998–9338, [email protected].