Tallahassee Senior Center
The Tallahassee Senior Center is Open!
Join in on the fun! The Tallahassee Senior Center offers a variety of learning opportunities, health and fitness classes, activities and games for active adults of all ages.
As our activities continue to return, schedules may be different.
Be sure to check the current calendar.
Call 850-891-4000 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday for more information regarding Tallahassee Senior Center activities, or visit us at 1400 N. Monroe St. and take a tour!
We hope to see you soon!
Recent email newsletters:
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Jazz Concert, Closing Luncheon + New Art Classes! (posted Tue., September 21)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - New L3X Classes, Artist Showcase, Wellness Programs, and More! (posted Tue., September 14)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Classes - Learn Something New! (posted Tue., September 7)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Art programs, L3X classes, and Sheila's 25 years; and more (posted Tue., August 31)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Over 40 Lifelong Learning classes; 25 Special Years; and more (posted Tue., August 24)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Community Resources, Clay Creations, 25 Year Milestone (posted Tue., August 17)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Launch Party, Classes Resume, Health & Wellness and more! (posted Tue., August 10)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - L3X Launch, Ballet, Photography and more! (posted Tue., August 3)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Breathing with Asthma, Artist Showcase, L3X, and more! (posted Tue., July 27)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Patagonia, Art Reception, Hurricane Prep and more! (posted Tue., July 20)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Yoga, Photography, Art and More! (posted Tue., July 13)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Ice Cream Social, Better Breathing, Patagonia and more! (posted Tue., July 6)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Holiday Closure, Better Breathing, Ice Cream Social and more! (posted Tue., June 29)
- This Week at the TLH Senior Center - Public Guardianship, Volcanoes, Ice Cream Social and more! (posted Tue., June 22)
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September & October Active Living Calendar
Fitness Classes
Fitness classes are being offered in person (see schedule) and virtually, via the Tallahassee Senior Center Facebook page (Mon.-Fri. at 8am), WCOT TV (Cable Channel 13 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 9 am), and on-demand recorded links of classes. If you have questions email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com.
Lifelong Learning Classes
Lifelong Learning Classes are being offered in-person and via Zoom, registration and listings are available here. A variety of interesting classes are offered throughout the year for adults who enjoy the fun and excitement of learning new things. We offer classes in diverse areas such as history, science, nature, music, current events and places of interest in the Big Bend region. For questions and more information on Lifelong Learning, email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com.
Art Programs
Art classes and workshops are being offered in-person and via Zoom. Listings and registration for art classes are available here. On-going classes and workshops featuring watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing, pastels are offered on a weekly basis. Instructors work with individuals with varied skill levels in a rewarding, collaborative environment. For questions or more information, email Jennifer.Haskins@talgov.com.
UPSLIDE
UPSLIDE(Utilizing and Promoting Social Engagement for Loneliness, Isolation and Depression in the Elderly) Program - Help is available if you, or a friend, are feeling lonely or isolated? UPSLIDE serves people age 50 and older. UPSLIDE offers individual counseling, Friends Connection groups, phone buddies and more!
Email Melanie.Lachman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4066 for more information/assistance/individual counseling. Services are provided at no cost to participants, but donations accepted.
Grandparents as Parents (GaP)
Grandparents as Parents program is for grandparents who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren and offers support groups, informational luncheons, access to community agencies, legal services and health screenings plus social activities for the whole grand-family. GaP is meeting virtually and in-person. Contact Karen.Boebinger@talgov.com or 850-891-4027 for more information or to register to attend. GaP is a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation funded by the Leon County Commission, grants and donations.
Southside Senior Services & Outreach
Southside participants are eager to meet and regain contact with each other, our regular community partners, and become healthier in all aspects of our lives. Plans are in the works for a series of Healthy for Life and Wellness Circle virtual Classes via Zoom. If you are interested and would like to participate, email the Southside Outreach Coordinator at Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or call 850-891-4052.
Donate and/or become a Member
Your support is important to help pay the instructors fees and the administration behind the scenes that make classes and programs possible. If you can make a donation and/or become a member, visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/give/ or call 850-891-4000.
Check out the new Active Living Magazine for senior events all around the city! Read it here, or pick up a copy in person and take a tour of the Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St.
Active Living Magazine - September 2021
Download and view the issue here.
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The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and social fitness for independent adults age 50+.
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