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It's all about fun, fitness and friendships -- discover all there is to do, learn and explore at the Carlsbad Senior Center.  Watch a video about all the programs and services we provide.

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Feb. Senior Specials

Monthly movie: Leap Year (2010)

The movie and refreshments are free and open to all seniors the second Thursday of every month beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Book club: Corduroy Mansions by Alexander McCall Smith

Feb 13, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Multi-purpose room. The March book selection is Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. The book club meets the 2nd Monday of every month--newcomers welcome.

Senior long-term care planning seminar

Veteran’s Friend co-founders, Robert Dhillon and Kate Seelye, will discuss the impact that taxes and inflation are having on long-term care costs. In this free briefing, you will learn valuable information regarding future long-term care needs, how to plan in advance, and what should be considered when integrating VA benefits, state government benefits and private-pay long term care solutions.  Thursday, Feb. 16, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Activity room.

AARP driver safety refresher course

AARP is offering a one-day refresher course Thursday, Feb. 16, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. You must have completed the eight-hour course within the last three years. Registration required; call 760-602-4650 to reserve your space. Must present your AARP membership card to receive the discount. $12/members & $14/non-members. Checks to be made payable to AARP. 

Prevention is the Key to a Healthy Heart! seminar

A heart attack or stroke may seem to happen all of a sudden, but in truth, the factors that lead up to heart disease build up over a long time.  Prevention is the key to living a longer, healthier life.
This is a free, short presentation by Joanne Jacalan, RN, MSN, NP-C, a certified Nurse Practitioner, Cardiovascular Health Institute at Tri-City Medical Center. Learn tips and strategies on how to have a heart-healthy diet and exercise regime and will be followed by free blood pressure screenings. Thursday, Feb. 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Activity room.

Feb. dining room entertainment

Valentine’s day luncheon

“Sound Design” Barbershop Quartet will sing their beautiful harmonic love songs Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Dining room. This is free with your lunch reservation, and sure to be a sell-out, so call early for reservations; 760-602-4655.

Belly dance demonstration

See for yourself what is being taught in our very own Belly Dance class, taught by Ann McCoy, on Wednesday, Feb. 29, from 11:30 to 11:50 a.m. Belly Dance is a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise suitable for all ages, and is said to be a good exercise for the prevention of osteoporosis as we age. The performance is free with your paid lunch. Reserve lunch in advance by calling 760-602-4655.


 

New classes added!

Mat pilates

Pilates is a system of stretching and strengthening exercises, which helps to balance our bodies, improve circulation and posture, reduce stress and unite body and mind. Designed for all fitness levels. Students work at their own pace. No reservations necessary. Please bring a mat. $5 requested donation.

  • Tuesdays, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Beginning tai chi

Tai Chi emphasized relaxation, ease of movement, focused attention, and improves flexibility, balance and coordination. $5 donation requested; drop-ins welcome.

  • Beginning: Thursdays, 1 to 2 p.m.,
  • Intermediate: Thursdays, 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.,
  • Advanced: Tuesdays, 8:15 to 9:15 a.m., 

Click on the "Special interest" tab here for scheduled Jan. digital photo & media classes.

 

The Senior Center provides a continuum of services for adults at all stages of life.  Whether learning how to care for an aging parent, or finding ways to stay active as an older adult - an wealth of information, resources and free or low-cost services are available.

One of the most versatile facilities in the city, the Senior Center makes a perfect location for any size event.  Adjacent to Pine Avenue Park, the Senior Center has ample parking and is conveniently located near I-5, quaint Carlsbad Village and the beach. 

Refer to the Facility Use Regulations for rental requirements and fees. Complete Park & Facility Use Application, and return to the Carlsbad Senior Center, Attn: Rentals. For additional rental inquiries, call 760-602-4659. 

Available for rentals

    • Activity Room, with quality audio/visual equipment, large windows and versatile seating. Capacity: 40 for meeting, 60 for assembly.
    • Auditorium, with raised stage, baby grand piano and quality audio/visual equipment. Capacity: 140 for assembly.
    • Dining Room, with full-service kitchen. Kitchen rates separate. Capacity: 135-150 for dining.
    • Multi-purpose Room, with sink. Capacity: 20 for meeting.
    • Art Studio, with sink, built-in PA system and pull-down screen. Capacity: 27 for meeting, 50 for assembly. 
    • Dance Studio with full-mirrored wall, built-in PA system and pull-down screen. Capacity:  24 for meeting, 50 for assembly.

Other amenities

    • Fitness room
    • Computer lab
    • Resource room with local information on elder care
    • Billiards room
    • Game room
    • Informal lunch room
    • Outdoor patio

The Senior Center is looking for volunteers in the fitness room, dining room, computer lab and delivering meals to homebound residents.

Those with a passion for a particular topic can even give a presentation or teach a class. 

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