The Geneseo Park District’s Active Adult and Senior program offers more than an occasional bingo game.
Its fall schedule includes free weekly social gatherings, an indoor walking club, music, movies, dances, gentle exercise and practical seminars—most held at the Geneseo Community Center.
Here are 11 free ways to take part this fall.
1. Join the Kitchen Band
The Geneseo Kitchen Band meets Mondays from 12:30–3 p.m. at the Community Center.
The group has entertained at nursing homes, retirement centers and community events for nearly 50 years. No musical ability is required to join.
2. Play Cards and Games
Cards & Games with Friends is held Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon, along with 1 p.m. gatherings on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month.
Participants can bring a favorite game, join a card game or simply meet others for conversation.
3. Walk Indoors With the Walking Club
The Walking Club meets Wednesdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m. in the Community Center gym.
Participants walk the indoor track at their own pace, offering a weather-proof way to move and socialize.
4. Start Thursday With Java & Jive
Java & Jive is held Thursdays from 8–9 a.m. at the Community Center.
The free gathering includes coffee, breakfast treats and time to visit with friends.
5. Play Bingo
Bingo is scheduled from 1–2:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each month.
The program is free and includes small prizes.
6. Go to a Community Dance
The Park District’s free community dances are planned for Sept. 13, Oct. 11 and Nov. 8 from 4–6:30 p.m. at the Community Center.
Attendees may bring cookies or treats to share.
7. See a Free Movie at Central Theater
Active Adult movies are shown monthly at 1 p.m. at Central Theater, 111 N. State St. Admission is free, and each attendee receives a free small popcorn-and-pop combo.
The fall schedule includes:
Sept. 9 — Remember the Titans
Oct. 14 — Heaven Is for Real
Nov. 11 — As Good as It Gets
Dec. 9 — Christmas with the Kranks
8. Take a Gentle Active Adult Exercise Class
The free Active Adult Exercise Class includes gentle yoga movements, chair and standing exercises, with no floor exercises required.
The class meets Thursdays from 9–10 a.m. at the Community Center Activity Room. It runs through December, except for Nov. 26 and Dec. 24.
9. Attend a Free Breast Health Seminar and Lunch
Dr. Wakefield of Hammond-Henry Hospital will lead a Breast Health seminar Thursday, Sept. 10, from noon–1 p.m. at the Community Center.
The session will cover breast imaging, screening recommendations, common conditions, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. A free light luncheon is included.
10. Learn About Help at Home Services
A free Help at Home seminar is set for Thursday, Oct. 8, from noon–1 p.m.
The session will explain homemaker services and possible ways to receive support, including the Community Care Program, Veterans Affairs benefits and respite services. A free light luncheon is included.
11. Discover What the Library Has to Offer
The Geneseo Public Library will present “Beyond the Books” at the Geneseo Community Center on Thursday, Nov. 12, from noon–1 p.m.
Library Director Claire Crawford will lead the free seminar, highlighting library programs, technology resources, events and services available to the community. A free light luncheon is included.
Printed Active Adult/Senior calendars are available at the Geneseo Community Center, 541 E. North St. The Park District also posts its calendar online at geneseoparkdistrict.org/active-adult-senior.