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 at the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens’ Center at 2045 Arthur St.
SENIOR CENTER IS CLOSED ON JANUARY 20th. Ukulele January 14th.
Description of events below calendar! Please call 541-883-7171 if you have any questions!
MONDAY
9:00 am – 10:00 am SAIL with Debbie Manzinali 9:00 am – 10:00 am **Dementia Caregiver Support Group with Patty Card and Kelli Bowers. No registration required. For information call 541-883-1030 and ask for Patty or Kelli. 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 & Cards Club
Library open from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
TUESDAY
9:00 am – 10:00 am Mobility from Head to Toe with Anne Davenport.
10:00 am – 2:00 pm Second Tuesdays of the Month: Atrio Meet & Greet and Ice Cream Social
10:30-11:30 Better Bones & Balance Boot Camp. Current Class is full. Next class in June, sign up at the Front Desk. 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Second Tuesdays of the Month: Klamath & Lake Counties Council on Aging Meet & Greet 12:30 – 2:00 pm Art & Craft Workshop with D.P. Redding 1:30 pm Qi Gong with Rachel Stephens 2:45 pm Stott Pilates with Karen Doyle Watkins SHIBA (Medicare Counseling) by appointment
WEDNESDAY
9:00 am – 10:00 am SAIL with Sherry Hooke. 10:30 am – 11:30 am Body Recall with Jack & Mary Noller (by guided video) 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Senior Dance, no membership required!
THURSDAY
9:00 am – 10:00 am Walk Your Way to Wellness with Debbie Manzinali 9:00 am – 11:00 am Craft Connection Corner 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Third Thursdays: Bristol Hospice hosts a monthly birthday celebration 10:30-11:30 Better Bones & Balance Boot Camp. Current Class is full. Next class in June, sign up at the Front Desk. 12:30 pm Golden Age BINGO & Cards Club
Library open from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm SHIBA (Medicare Counseling) by appointment
FRIDAY
9:00 am – 10:00 am SAIL with Karen Doyle Watkins! 10:30 am – 11:30 am Body Recall with Jack & Mary Noller (by guided video) 12:00 – 2:00 pm Game Day with D.P. Redding 12:30 pm Qi Gong with Rachel Stephens 7:00 pm Line Dancing – Subject to instructor availability and participant attendance! Call 541-882-4715 to confirm!
ART WORKSHOP WITH D.P. REDDING: Weekly opportunity to explore your creative side with DPRedding, Inc. Materials & guidance provided, no experience needed!
BODY RECALL: A lower intensity program of physical fitness, designed to reclaim the natural motion of the body & the strength to make life pleasurable. Class emphasizes the essential development of full range of movement in all joints and muscles and is offered at the Senior Center via video facilitated by community members.
CRAFT CONNECTION CORNER: Free weekly opportunity to engage in conversation, brainstorming, show & tell of projects, and more. Previous craft topics have been potholders & other kitchen wares, crocheting, macramé, knitting, paper beads, & dolls. No experience with crafts needed, only a desire to connect!
GAME DAY WITH D.P. REDDING: Grab a friend and join DPRedding, Inc. every Friday for a fun afternoon of games, puzzles, and social connection!
MOBILITY FROM HEAD TO TOE: Full-body low intensity mobility, based on the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program. Completed in sitting, in standing, & optional floor mat work at the end. Learn breathing techniques, postural control, guided joint range of motion starting at your head, all the way to your big toe!
QI GONG: Pronounced “chee gong.” Qigong combines slow, gentle movements with deep breathing for a relaxing workout that benefits the entire body. These exercises can be done in seated or standing.
SAIL: Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL) is an evidence-based class that includes aerobics, strength, balance and education. Class can be done in seated or standing, with or without equipment and is delivered at a moderate to high intensity.
STOTT PILATES: A contemporary approach to the original Pilates method, focusing on improving core strength, flexibility, balance, and body alignment through mindful movement and breathwork, with reduced stress on joints.
UKULELE GROUP: A gathering of wonderful players to make music together, beginners and beyond are welcome! Questions? Please reach out at 1maryanntra@gmail.com or call/text 541-891-3288.
WALK YOUR WAY TO WELLNESS: A program that includes walking, stretching, strengthening, & education about health & wellness, based on Walk with Ease. Walks will take place inside the Center, with music & laughter! Participants can choose their own intensity level.
General Activities at the Senior Center include: Learn’n’Lunch Presentations Monday Muffins Game Room (Ping Pong, Puzzles, Board Games, Pool) Game Day Bingo Boost Your Brain and Memory Art Workshops Watercolor Class Creative Writing Class Story & Poetry Reading Computer Training & Public Computer Use Dancing Golden Age Club Health and Exercise Classes Movies hosted by the Klamath County Public Library Puzzles & Games Special Events
Any Questions? Interested in offering an activity to our community or volunteer at one listed above? Please email our Health Promotions Services Program Manager, Anne Davenport, PT, DPT at anne.davenport@kbscc.orgor call 541-883-7171 ext 122
