Join us for special events and programs exclusively for Ocala adults ages 50 and older. From walking clubs to learning a new crafting skill, we have plenty of opportunities to get involved. See City of Ocala website for more.
Year Round Programs
Artistic Touch Crafts- $5 per session
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
Year round | First and Third Tuesday of the month | 10 AM – Noon
Get crafty with these fun DIY workshops to renew and discover your artistic abilities! Every session we will work on a new craft project for you to take home to display. You bring the creative spirit; we’ll bring the supplies. Registration required for each session.
Footloose Line Dancing – FREE
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
Starting Jan. 17 | Tuesdays | 11 AM – NOON
Come join us for an hour of dancing fun. This class is for anyone who loves to dance, whether you are experienced, or new to the dance floor. You will learn the basic steps of many soul and line dances while getting a workout at the same time.
Senior Bingo – $2 per session
Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center | 830 NE Eighth Ave.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 1 – 2:30 pm
BINGO! Join us for the classic game of chance to see if you can fill a line on your Bingo card first all while making new friends. There will be plenty of prizes and fun.
Forever Young Senior Aerobics – FREE
E.D. Croskey Recreation Center | 1510 NW Fourth St.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 10 – 11 AM or 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
You’ll feel Forever Young with this fun workout! All moves are performed in a chair for efficient and low-impact movements. The class focuses on aerobics conditioning, strengthening, and increasing flexibility while grooving to your favorite tunes.
KDC Sunshine Sliders Line Dancing – FREE
Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
Starting Jan. 12 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Whether you are experienced, new to the dance floor or just love to dance, join us for an hour of dancing fun. You will learn the basic steps of many soul line dances while getting a workout at the same time.
Sew in Time Social – Free
Eighth Avenue Adult Activity Center | 830 NE Eighth Ave.
Wednesdays | 9 – 11 AM
All crafters come join together to work on your projects, share ideas and make new friends. Please bring a project and your own supplies.
Walking Club
First Tuesday of the Month | 8 – 9:15 AM | $10 per year
Let’s meet up at different parks around Ocala exploring it’s beauty while getting some exercise in!
Each month we will meet at a different venue or park around Ocala. Transportation will not be provided.
May 2: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place
June 6: Chazal Park Walking Trail | 835 NE 10th Ave
July 11: Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place | 1821 NW 21st Ave.
August 1: Appleton Museum | 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd
September 5: MLK Health Trail | 1510 NW 4 St.
October 3: Ocala Wetland Recharge Park | 2105 NW 21st St,
November 7: Tuscawilla Park | 800 NE Sanchez Ave.
December 5: Jervey Gantt Park | 2200 SE 36th Ave.
