The Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center promotes active participation in all aspects of community life by providing or facilitating activities and opportunities for socialization, recreation, proper nutrition, physical and mental fitness, education, financial security and volunteerism.
Below is a weekly calendar for Activities provided specifically by the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center and are held at 2045 Arthur St.
Check out the Healthy Klamath Community Calendar for events out in Klamath Falls and surrounding communities!
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Description of events below calendar! Please call 541-883-7171 or email at stayactive@kbscc.org if you have any questions!
9:00 am – 10:00 am Silver&Fit, or Silver Sneakers by video, patron choice!
9:00 am – 10:00 am *Dementia Support Group with Jim Rains, Preregistration required, Call 541-883-1030 or email jrains@kbbh.org
10:00 am – 11:30 am Watercolor Class
10:30 am Muffin Monday
10:30 am – 11:30 am Body Recall with Jack & Mary Noller (by guided video)
12:30 pm Golden Age BINGO
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Yoga with Kim Carson
Library open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
9:00 am – 10:00 am SAIL Exercise Class with Anne Davenport
10:00 am – 11:30 am Watercolor Class
11:00 am – 11:30 am Second Tuesdays of the Month: Health Awareness Learn’n’Lunch
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Qi Gong with Rachel Stephens
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Tai Chi with Andrew Hyun
SHIBA (Medicare Counseling) by appointment
9:00 am – 10:00 am Silver&Fit, or Silver Sneakers by video, patron choice!
10:30 am – 11:30 am Body Recall with Jack & Mary Noller (by guided video)
10:30 am – 12:00 pm Boost Your Brain and Memory Class 10:30 am – 12:00 pm with Kate Murphey, current class is full. Please call 541-883-7171 to be placed on waiting list for next cohort.
9:00 am – 10:00 am SAIL Exercise Class with Anne Davenport
9:00 am – 11:00 am Craft Connection Corner
12:30 pm Golden Age BINGO and Card Games
4:30 pm BINGO Fundraiser, Opens at 4:30 pm, Call at 6:00 pm
1:30 pm Movies on the Fourth Thursdays
Library open from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
SHIBA (Medicare Counseling) by appointment
9:00 am – 10:00 am Silver&Fit, or Silver Sneakers by video, patron choice!
10:30 am – 11:30 am Body Recall with Jack & Mary Noller (by guided video)
10:30 am – 12:00 pm *Circle of Friends for KBBH clients – 10:00 am to 12 pm – To determine eligibility & register, reach out to Patty Card at pcard@kbbh.org or 458-200-4257
7:00 pm Line Dancing
Library open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Open at 10:00 am, call at 11:30 am Nickel BINGO
Open at 4:30 pm, call at 6:00 pm BINGO Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION OF DAILY EVENTS
** These support groups offered at the Senior Center provided by KBBH
Body Recall: A lower intensity program of physical fitness, designed to reclaim the natural motion of the body and the strength to help make life pleasurable. This class emphasizes the essential development of full range of movement in all joints and muscles. This class is offered at the Senior Center by community members, Jack & Mary Noller.
Circle of Friends: A support group for clients of Klamath Basin Behavior Health who come together weekly for crafts, presentations, and to make friends. You will need to reach out to KBBH to determine if you are eligible.
CRAFT Connection Corner: Free weekly opportunity to engage in conversation, brainstorming, show & tell of projects, and more. Craft topics that have been discussed are potholders and other kitchen wares, crocheting, macramé, knitting, paper beads, and dolls. No experience with crafts needed, only a desire to connect!
Qi GONG: Pronounced “chee gong,” involves exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. This class can be done in seated or standing.
SAIL: Stay Active & Independent for Life is an evidence-based class that includes aerobics, strength, balance and education. This class can be done in seated or standing, with or without equipment. This class is delivered at a moderate to high intensity.
Tai Chi: Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise for stress reduction, strength, and balance. Described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements.
WATERCOLOR: Weekly art class offered by local artist, Kat Benson, entitled “Watercolor For The Fun Of It,” encouraging all to come together, have fun, and create.
YOGA: An ancient mind and body practice that combines movement, postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation to promote mental and physical well-being.
General Activities at the Senior Center include:
