Older Adult Services Volunteer Led Special Interest Groups

Each week a word or phrase is drawn from a compilation of participant suggestions. Participants use creativity as a guide to journal, collage, assemblage, paint, draw, photograph a response to the selected theme. Each participant’s results and process are shared during online meetings. NO art or craft experience is required, and exploring is welcomed. Join this group to have fun discovering the results of contemplating the weekly themes. Contact Judith at 303- 817-4599 or judith.king199@gmail.com to see examples of past themes, and to join the group.

• Fridays, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Online

Join this chess group to play for fun. All levels welcome, no timeclocks used unless desired. Participants may bring their own chess set; one set is provided. Contact Jeffrey at 719-685-1451 (text preferred) for more information.

• Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.– 1:00 p.m., West Age Well Center

Come enjoy the expertise, knowledge and fellowship of members of our community living with Parkinson's Disease. In a relaxed atmosphere with coffee and snacks this group elicits topics from attendees for shared and open discussion. Topics may include medications, feelings, doctors, accomplishments, challenges, research or other topics of interest. No speakers, just group members, here for each other. Contact Ilse at ibleck@yahoo.com for more information.

• 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11:30 a.m., East Age Well Center

Join this weekly opportunity to meet with other cribbage lovers and play for fun. The group is non-competitive and welcoming to all skill levels. Participants may bring cards, pegs and a board for 2, 3, or 4 players. Cribbage boards and cards available if needed. Contact Jan at 541- 254-0325 if interested in joining.

• Tuesdays, 1 – 3 p.m., West Age Well Center

This social cycling group offers an opportunity for riders age 60+ of all levels to join an organized ride. Rides are gentle to moderate paced. One group leader will lead the route on bike paths and some quiet streets (no busy street riding) and one leader will follow the last rider as a “sweep.” No riders are left behind. “Pop up rides” may occur on other days, as weather and leaders permit. Rides leave from various locations around Boulder, Louisville or Longmont and meet up locations are communicated weekly by the group leader. Rest stops are always included, usually at a place to get snacks and beverages (self-pay). Routes are typically between 8-12 miles. Electronic bikes (E-Bikes) are welcome but must ride at the group pace.

Call the group leader, Sandy, to be added to the contact list. Contact Sandy for information and to join the group at 970- 584-0311.

For technical assistance or any issues getting out on a bike, our bike consultant and co-leader, Jeff, can assist with buying, repairing, or riding technique. Leave Jeff a voicemail at 303-817-4995 so we can get you out riding with us!

• Mondays, 10 a.m., May through September. Rides may move to 9 a.m. in hotter months.

Join this weekly opportunity to meet with other canasta players and play for fun. This group is open to new players. Contact Susan at 303-494-7912.

• Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., East Age Well Center

Join peers to read and discuss a book each month. Monthly participation is encouraged, though the group is open to those who cannot attend regularly but may have read the book selection and would like to attend the discussion. Contact Debra at 303-440-4148.

• 2nd Thursday of the month, 1:30 – 3 p.m., West Age Well Center

Join this weekly knitting group to work on any knitting or crocheting project while socializing with peers. Contact Vincent at 303-362-0152.

• Tuesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., West Age Well Center

Mahjong - American (Western Classical) was revised from Chinese Classical Mahjong and introduced in America. New players are welcome to join. Some previous knowledge of the game is needed, all levels welcome.

• Mondays, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., West Age Well Center
  • Contact Elizabeth at 303-946-2426.
• Tuesdays, 12 – 3 p.m., West Age Well Center
  • Contact Anne at 516-316-7569.
• Fridays, 10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., East Age Well Center
  • Contact Anne at 516-316-7569.

Chinese Classical Mahjong is known to be the oldest version of the game. This was the first mahjong game version introduced in America and became the model for many forms that were created since then. This social game group is open to players of all skill levels including beginners. Players may play open-handed to help new players learn. Contact Jeanny at 720- 436-5361 for information and to join the group.

• Wednesdays, 1 - 3 p.m., West Age Well Center

This group format invites individuals to sing and/or play for 15-30 minutes at a time. Some lyrics will be provided for the sing along or bring your own lyrics. All are invited to enjoy the music and meet people every Friday afternoon. Contact facilitator Margaret at margaretwildflower@gmail.com.

• 4th Friday of the month, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., West Age Well Center
  • Gather from 12:30 – 1 p.m. for signup and chat, music 1 - 3:30 p.m.

This club chooses a book as a group and meets online. Book authors occasionally scheduled to join discussion. Contact Cheryl at 303-949-0764 or cheryl.k.appell@gmail.com.

• 3rd Thursday of the month, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m., Online

Weekly group meets and plays for fun. Beginners and advanced players welcome, lessons provided for new players. Contact Harvey at 303-250-3497 if interested.

• Thursdays, 1 – 3 p.m., East Age Well Center

This monthly group is a place to read one’s own poetry or poetry by others or tell a favorite story. Those new to poetry are welcome! Each participant receives a 15-minute time slot. Contact Margaret Wildflower, facilitator, at margaretwildflower@gmail.com.

• 2nd Thursday of the month, 12:30 -3:30 p.m., West Age Well Center

Join a scrabble game at your favorite Age Well Center. All levels are welcome!

• Wednesdays, 1 – 3 p.m., East Age Well Center
  • Contact Pat at patdawson7@comcast.net if interested.
• Thursdays, 1 – 3 p.m., West Age Well Center
  • Contact Paula at Paulapreston8@hotmail.com if interested.

An older adult (age 60+) Table Tennis group. Beginning and intermediate level play.

• Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:15 – 4:15 p.m., East Age Well Center
  • Contact Dan at 303-886- 7743 for more information.
• Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., West Age Well Center
  • To join, contact Diana at 303-241-5133.

This group meets weekly to play and socialize. Some knowledge of the game is necessary to join this group. Call Joan at 303-938-1333.

• Fridays, 1 – 3:30 p.m., West Age Well Center

This monthly writing group comes together to provide encouragement, support for and sharing with each other. Contact Jacqui at 303-447-2931 or jrgoeldner@mac.com.

• 2nd Thursday of the month, 1:30 – 3 p.m., East Age Well Center