Eagle County senior community calendar

Upcoming events

• Technology training for older adults, 2:30-3:20 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Eagle library. Work with high school students to learn more about Internet, iPhone, iPad, laptops, social media, etc. Call 970-328-8896 for more information or to sign up.

• Today: Free haircuts for seniors at the Golden Eagle Senior Center starting at 1 p.m. Call 970-328-8896 to sign up for an appointment.

• Today: Medical foot care appointments with Dr. Brian Maurer. Appointments begin at 2:15 p.m. Call 970-328-8896 to reserve a spot.

• Thursday: History of Ute Indians and Wildlife of our Region presentation with Greg Earl. Located at the Eagle River Presbyterian Church. 1:30-3 p.m. This event is sponsored by Eagle Valley Senior Life. Call 970-977-0188 for more information about the event.

• May 21: Trip to the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg. Space is limited. Cost is $15 for entrance fee. Call 970-328-8831 to check availability.

Ongoing weekly activities

Mondays

• Senior Spot, Eagle River Presbyterian Church, 1 to 4 p.m. A program of Eagle Valley Senior Life. Balance exercises, culinary creations, music and more. Drop in for some or all of the time. For schedule of activities, visit http://www.evslife.org or call 970-977-0188.

• Parkinson’s Foundations exercise class, 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Church in Edwards. This class focuses on strength, balance and flexibility. Exercises are enhanced to include cognition, vocal therapy and fun. Not just for those with PD — this class is beneficial for anyone who would like to improve balance, flexibility and strength.

Tuesdays

• Senior lunch, Golden Eagle Senior Center, noon. $3 suggested donation. Rides available. Call 970-328-8896 for reservations.

• Non-medical foot care (toenail trimming and foot soaks), Golden Eagle Senior Center, third Tuesday of month, 9 to 11 a.m. Call 970-328-8896.

• Transportation for errands. Bus leaves Golden Eagle Senior Center at 2 p.m. Call 970-328-8896.

• Joint Relief Water Class, Avon Recreation Center, 10 to 11 a.m. $2. Call 970-328-8831.

• Water aerobics class, Gypsum Recreation Center, 10 to 11 a.m. $5. Call 970-328-8896.

Wednesdays

• Senior lunch, Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center, 11:30 a.m., $2. Call 970-328-8831 for reservations.

• Chair yoga, Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center, 11 a.m. Free.

• Grocery shopping, bus leaves Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center at 12:30 p.m.

• Nordic Walking. Be ready to go by 10 a.m. All levels welcome.

• Poker game, Golden Eagle Senior Center, first and third Wednesday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m.

Thursdays

• Strong People progressive weight training class, Golden Eagle Senior Center, 11 a.m. $2 suggested donation. Call 970-328-8896 for more information about the event.

• Senior Spot, Eagle River Presbyterian Church, 1 to 4 p.m. A program of Eagle Valley Senior Life. Balance exercises, culinary creations, music and more. Drop in for some or all of the time. For schedule of activities, visit http://www.evslife.org or call 970-977-0188.

• Senior lunch, Golden Eagle Senior Center, noon. $3 suggested donation. Rides available. Call 970-328-8896 for reservations.

• Senior crochet group, Golden Eagle Senior Center, 1 p.m. Make blankets for local children. Open to veteran crocheters and those just beginning. Yarn provided.

• Grocery shopping, bus leaves the Golden Eagle Senior Center at 1 p.m. Call 970-328-8896.

• Parkinson’s Foundations exercise class, 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Church in Edwards. This class focuses on strength, balance and flexibility. Exercises are enhanced to include cognition, vocal therapy and fun. Not just for those with PD — this class is beneficial for anyone who would like to improve balance, flexibility and strength.

• Water aerobics class, Gypsum Recreation Center, 10 to 11 a.m. $5. Call 970-328-8896.

• Parkinson Support Group, Trinity Church in Edwards, fourth Thursday of month, 5 to 6 p.m. For Parkinson patients and their family and friends who are looking for support and resources in a fun and uplifting atmosphere. Meetings include some type of educational presentation.

Fridays

• Strong People progressive weight training class 10 a.m., $2 suggested donation. Call 970-328-8831 for more information (Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center).

• Senior lunch, Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center, 11:30 a.m. $2. Rides available. Call 970-328-8831 for reservations.

• Book Lovers Coffee Klatch, Golden Eagle Senior Center, second and fourth Fridays of month, 10:30 a.m. For book lovers to talk, make recommendations and learn about different genres. Coffee and snacks provided.

Locations

Golden Eagle Senior Center: 715 Broadway Eagle, 970-328-8896; Maloit Park Senior Wellness Center (VSSA building): 1951 U.S. Highway 24 Minturn, 970-328-8831.