Bid Whist
Bid Whist is a partnership, trick-taking variant of the classic card game Whist. As indicated by the name, Bid Whist adds a bidding element to the game that is not present in classic Whist. Please note that due to programming, Bid Whist will be cancelled on Fri., Dec. 12.
55+; Mon. and Fri.; 1-5 pm; Free
Bingo
Bingo helps seniors to stay engaged while maintaining focus and mental acuity. Bingo gives seniors a chance to socialize. Participants pay a quarter per game. Winnings go to winning participant of each game. Participation limited to first 40 participants. Please note that due to programming, Bingo will be cancelled on the following dates:
Thurs., Nov. 27; Dec. 11, 25; Jan. 1
55+; Tues.; 10 am-1 pm; Thurs.; 2-5 pm; $6 (quarters preferred)
Charcuterie Board Creation
Put your creative apron on and join us for a Charcuterie board class. Let's discover the art of charcuterie together. In this class you will learn how to create and arrange your favorite meats, cheeses, crackers, fruit, vegetables, chocolates, etc. Your charcuterie board will be the talk of your next family, office, church, and friendship gathering. You may bring your own board no larger than 8 inches. Pre-registration is required.
55+; Wed.; 11 am-noon; $30/class for residents; $60/class for non-residents
Dec. 3: Yuletide Charcuterie
Feb. 4: Sweetheart Charcuterie
Coffee, Books and More Book Club
This group will meet to discuss a book or books that they have read and express their opinions, likes, and dislikes. The book for the month will be announced in the monthly newsletter and emailed to participants. Participants will be responsible for acquiring all reading materials. For further details, please contact Senior Center staff.
55+; 1st Fri. of each month; 10 am–noon; Free
Dec. 5: The Asheville Christmas Gift, by Hope Holloway and Cecelia Scott
Jan. 2: Things in Jars, by Jess Kidd
Feb. 6: There, There, by Tommy Orange
March 6: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, by Anna Johnston
April 3: Glorious Exploits, by Ferdie Lennon
May 1: Restless Dolly Maunder, by Kate Grenville
June. 5: Rebecca, by Daphne DuMaurier
July 10 (due to holiday): How to Age Disgracefully, by Clare Pooley
Create A Craft-Sponsored by Cumberland County Library
Come and exercise your creative juices with widely-varied projects each month. Pre-registration is required and accepted after prior class.
55+; 3rd Fri. of each month; 2-3 pm; Free
Dec. 19: Mason Jar Snowmen
Jan. 16: Card Making
Feb. 20: Tea Light Luminaries
Cricut
Cricut is an American brand of digital die-cutting machines that can create a wide variety of projects, including cards, iron-on designs for clothing, stickers, labels, custom stencils, art, and home decor projects. Participants need a Cricut Joy machine and any design items.
55+; Mon., 3-5:30 pm; Free
Diner's Club
This is where “you”, the senior, will agree to meet at a local eatery to have lunch together. Please call the Bill Crisp Senior Center to RSVP, so there is adequate seating, (910) 433-1248. Please note: Participants must be registered with the facility to attend.
55+; 4th Fri.; 11 am-1 pm; Lunch is on your own
Nov. 28: No meeting due to holiday
Dec. 26: No meeting due to holiday
Jan. 23: Applebee’s; 7810 Good Middling Drive
Feb. 27: Carolina Ale House; 161 Glensford Drive
March 27: Jason’s Deli; 2707 Freedom Parkway Drive
April 24: Taste of New York Deli/Café; 8116 Cliffdale Road, Suite 118
May 22: MiCasita; 7711 S. Raeford Road, Suite 112
June. 26: No Diner’s Club Due to Hot Dog Hoe Down
July 24: Mission BBQ, 1932 Skibo Road
Dominoes
Dominoes for seniors is a great way to help stimulate one's brain activities, since it requires focus, attention, concentration, and the use of strategy techniques. Dominoes is a family of tile-based games played with gaming pieces, commonly known as dominoes. Each domino is a rectangular tile with a line dividing its face into two square ends.
55+; Fri.; 1-3 pm; Free
Fellowship and Bible Study
Join Chaplain Caesar and fellowship with others from the community.
55+; Thurs.; 9-11 am; Free
Fit 4 Life Nutrition
Essential nutrition tips for seniors. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 3rd Wed. of each month; 10 am-noon; $10/session for residents; $20/session for non-residents
Dec. 17: Immune Boosters
Jan. 21: Healthful Habits
Feb. 18: African American Nutrition
Hand Quilt 'N Patch
Hand quilting is a traditional method of sewing the layers of a quilt together by hand using a needle and thread. Items needed for class include:
-Sewing Machine
-Cutting Mat (No smaller than 24")
-45 mm Rotary Cutter
-2 1/4 yard of Quilting Fabric (100 % cotton and your choice of colors) or 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" squares
-Thread of your choice (Polyester preferred)
-Acrylic Quilters Ruler 18 " or larger in length
-Needle Threader
-Embroidery needles (the size you prefer)
55+; Wed.; 8:30-11 am; Free
Health and Educational Seminars
Educational information presented by different guests to guide you through your senior years. These seminars are presented by Mid-Carolina Regional Council. Please call to pre-register to ensure adequate seating.
55+; Free
Tues., Dec. 2: 9 am-5 pm: Adult Mental Health First Aid
Tues., Dec. 9: 9 am-5 pm: Youth Mental Health First Aid
Mon., Dec. 15: 10 am-1 pm: Why Holidays Hurt: Understanding Grief Triggers
Wed., Jan. 22: 10 am-1 pm; Impact by Huntington's Disease
Wed., Feb. 11: 9 am-12 noon: Lock Your Meds; Parents/Caregivers Safety Training with Insight Human Services
Wed., March 11; 9 am-12 pm: Legal/Financial Aspects of Aging with Legal Aid of NC
Wed., April 8; 9 am-12 pm: Adult Mental Health with Alliance Health
Wed., May 13; 9 am-12 pm: Aging/Your Mental Health with Healing Minds Mental Health Services
Wed., June 10; 9 am-12 pm: Narcan Training for Seniors/Caregivers with C-Fort Recovery
Wed., July 8; 9 am-12 pm: Youth Mental Health with Alliance Health
Healthy Hearts Walking Club
Simply walking 30 minutes every day can have a great impact on health. Frequent brisk walks can boost your brain power, make you more productive, lower blood pressure, and other health risks. So join us weekly, weather permitting, as a group to walk.
55+; Wed.; 8 am; Free
55+; Thurs.; 9 am; Free
Happening in Horticulture with NC State Extension
Get your green thumb ready and representatives from NC State Extension as they focus on a different topic each month. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 4th Tues. of each month; 2-4 pm; Free
March 24: Lawn Upkeep
April 28: Vegetable Gardening
May 26: Secrets of Vegetables
June 23: Herbs
July 28: Preparing for Fall Flowers
Aug. 24: Fall/Winter Lawn Care; Fall Gardening
Jigsaw Puzzle Time
Come in, sit and enjoy working on a jigsaw puzzle. Puzzles are a great meditation tool. They also improves short term memory. Good for your mind, body and spirit!
55+; Mon.-Fri.; 8:30 am-6:30 pm; Sat.; 9-11:30 am; Sun.; 2-4:30 pm; Free
Know Your Sewing Machine
Learn the basic 101 of your sewing machine. Cleaning and care, parts, threading, and most of all basic sewing. Pre-registration is required. There will be a maximum of 12 participants only.
Requirements for the class include:
-Must bring your own working machine
-Bring two thread colors
-Bring your machine manual (physical or downloaded on your phone)
-Bring your tools (snippers, scissors, two empty bobbins, pressure foot, all attachments, paper/writing instrument)
55+; 3rd Sat. of each month; 9:30-11:30 am; Free
Lunch with a Medicare Advisor
Have lunch with a local Medicare Specialist and find the answers to all your health care plan benefits. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 3rd Fri. of each month; noon-1 pm; Free
Mahjong
Similar to a game of rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck. The game is played with a set of 144 tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols. Requires four players. In most variations, each player begins by receiving 13 tiles. Individuals must provide their own cards.
55+; Thurs.; 1-4 pm; Free
Maribel's Hem and Stitch
Due to class size, available space, and different levels of sewing knowledge, it can be challenging to meet the needs of everyone effectively. To alleviate some of these issues, participants are required to pre-register for Maribel’s Hem & Stitch. You will be registering for the entire month. There will be a maximum of 12 participants only. No walk-ins will be accepted.
Requirements for the class include:
-Intermediate level of sewing knowledge (Completion of Know Your Sewing Machine 101 Class)
-Must bring your own machine
-Bring all supplies needed to complete class projects
-Follow the assigned project for the month
55+; Tues.; 1-3 pm; Free
55+; Thurs.; 4-6 pm; Free
Matter of Balance
This award winning program is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns about falls. Classes help participants learn to: view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals for increasing activity, change their environment to reduce risk factors, and promote exercise to increase strength and balance. Classes are designed to benefit community-dwelling older adults who: are concerned about falls, have sustained a fall in the past, restrict activities because of concerns about falling, are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength, are age 60 or older, ambulatory and able to problem-solve. Pre-registration is required and participants must commit to attending at least 6 of the 8 class sessions.
55+; 1-3 pm
Session 1: Wed.; Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28; Thurs.; Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29
Session 2: Wed.; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25; Thurs.; Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 3: Wed.; May 6, 13, 20, 27; Thurs.; May 7, 14, 21, 28
Session 4: Wed.; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26; Thurs.; Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27
Meal Prep Classes
Are you struggling with what to eat daily? Are you interested in "Grab and Go meals?" If you said yes, then this is the class for you. Chef Dee is ready to help you prep your meals for the week. Saving time in the kitchen is always a plus. Sign up today and get ready to Grab on the Go. This class will have a focus on prepping meals for people with high blood pressure and diabetes. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 3rd Wed. of each month; 11 am-noon; $30/class for residents; $60/class for non-residents
Movie Time
Bring a friend and sit back and relax while watching a movie. A different movie will be provided each month. Popcorn provided. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 2nd Fri. of each month; 2-4 pm; Free
Dec. 4 (Note date change due to Christmas Banquet): Christmas Story
Jan. 9: Midnight in Paris
Feb. 13: Message in a Bottle
March 13; Sister Act
April 10; The Odd Couple
May 8; Grumpy Old Men
June 12; Fried Green Tomatoes
July 10; Driving Miss Daisy
Aug. 14; Senior Moment
Paint and Sip
During this two-hour art and craft experience, each attendee will receive a pre-sketched themed canvas template and all supplies needed to complete a unique piece of art. No art experience is necessary! Artists will assist you, providing tips and techniques to complete your masterpiece while you groove to a mix of Classic R and B, Soul, Jazz, and more. Come prepared to make art! Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 2nd Sat. of each month; 9:30-11:30 am; $15/session for residents; $30/session for non-residents
Park Ranger Chats
These are lecture-style programs with an FCPR Park Ranger that will be one-hour presentations, featuring a different topic each month.
55+; 1st Wed. of each month; 1-2 pm; Free
Dec. 3: Atmospheric Phenomena
Jan. 7: Unusual Rocks and Minerals
Feb. 4: North Carolina Venomous Snakes
Pinochle
Join others in this trick-taking, ace-ten card game, typically for two to four players and played with a 48-card deck. It is derived from the card game bezique; players score points by trick-taking and by forming combinations of characters into melds.
55+; Thurs., 4-6 pm; Free
Pokeno
This is a combination of Bingo and Poker sure to engage your mind and great for socialization. The game has five pots and is played with a deck of cards. Each player pays five cents for each pot. Nickels preferred. Maximum of 12 players.
55+; Wed.; 2-5:30 pm; Free
Scrabble
This game will keep your mind stimulated, strengthened and engaged. As a result, there is a much lower chance of developing dementia or other diseases that affect the brain. Bring a friend for challenge.
55+; Tues. and Fri.; 2-4 pm; Free
Senior Happy Hour
Join us for a night of fun with music and bingo.
Please note: program will not meet on the following Fridays; Nov. 28; Dec. 12, 26.
55+; Fri.; 4:30-6 pm; Free
Silver Star Chefs
Join Chef Dee for a cooking adventure that is sure to keep you engaged and enlightened. In this class you will discover new ways to prepare meals along with nutritional information that is sure to keep you and those around you excited to join you for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pre-registration is required.
55+; 1st Wed. of each month; 11 am-noon; $30/class for residents; $60/class for non-residents
Jan. 7: Stuffed Salmon
Spades
Spades is a trick-taking, 4 player card game of strategy and luck. Spades used a standard 52 card deck with Aces high, 2's low, and Spades trumping all. The objective is to take the number of tricks that were bid before play of the hand began. Spades will help improve your memory, sharpen your mind while you build new relationships and the opportunity to socialize with others.
55+; Tues.; 1-5:30 pm; Free
Technology Seminars
Get to know about your smart devices. Cumberland County Library will help you learn about apps, move around in your smartphone, laptops, tablets, widgets, and more. Please bring your own device.
55+; 3rd Wed. of each month; 11:30 am-12:30 pm; 3rd Thurs. of each month; 2-3 pm; Free
Wed., Dec. 17: Tablet Basics
Thurs., Dec. 18: Google Docs
Thurs., Jan. 15: Microsoft Word Basics
Wed., Jan. 21: Email Basics
Wed., Feb. 18: Microsoft Power Point
Thurs., Feb. 19: Shopping Online
Wed., March 18: AI for All
Thurs., March 19: Smartphone Basics
Wed., April 15: Airbnb
Thurs., April 16: Google Docs Thurs.,
May 20: Facebook Wed.,
May 21: Microsoft Word Basics Wed.,
June 17: Tablet Basics Thurs.,
June. 18: AI for All
Wed., July 15: Microsoft Excel Basics
Thurs., July 16: Facetime
Wed., Aug. 19: Pintrest Thurs.,
Aug. 20: Microsoft Power Point Basics
Why Knot Knit or Crochet
Participants are responsible for providing their own supplies.
55+; Mon.; 9-11 am; Free
Yahtzee
Calling all participants who want to participate in this ever-popular game!
55+; 2nd and 4th Thurs. of each month; 1:30-4:30 pm; Free