3rd Tuesday of the month | 10 AM - 12 PM | Free

Provided by the City of Hope

 

Elder abuse treatment and support is available to individuals over the age of 60 and their families who seek assistance to overcome elder abuse. Services are offered free of charge and include crisis intervention, counseling and response, case management, financial counseling, legal services, access to medical care, and personal advocacy. Call (626) 993-3000 for more information.

2nd & 4th Monday | 11 AM - 1 PM

2nd Wednesday of each month | 1 - 3 PM | Free

Book your FREE 20-minute consultation with Sara Polinsky, Elder Law Attorney, at the front counter to book your appointment.

What does Sara cover?
Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directive, Probate, Property Title, Medi-Cal Planning for Long Term Care.

4th  Thursday of each month | 9 - 10 AM | Free

Nonperishable food box available with registration of persons 60 years and older.
For more information contact the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank at (323) 234-3030 ext. 178.

Dates are subject to change. Please call the Senior Center at (626) 357-3513 for information on dates.

If you are 60+ years of age, we invite you to enjoy a hot and nutritious meal Monday - Friday at the Senior Center. Take this opportunity to socialize and make new friends while enjoying a nutritious meal. Hot meal tickets are given on a first come, first serve basis.

Please check in no later than 11:15 AM. Meal service time is at 11:30 AM.

Meals are a $3 suggested donation.

2nd Tuesday of each month
By appointment only | 15-minute appointments

As technology continues to advance, Tech Help serves as a platform for ensuring that our seniors are not left behind. By offering hands-on support and guidance, we remain committed to empowering seniors and bridging the digital divide for a more inclusive and connected community! Bring
your smartphones, tablets, laptops, and any other technology questions you may have. Call or visit the Center to schedule an appointment.

Registration for the following classes is on a quarterly basis. Fall registration begins Tuesday, September 8 for residents and Wednesday, September 9 for non-residents.

Ballroom & Latin Dance

Thursdays | 2 - 3 PM | Resident $36 / Non-Resident $46 | 8-week sessions
Instructor: Chris Chuc

Have fun learning Latin and Ballroom dances with Chris,  who has taught group classes at Star Studio and private lessons at Lailai Studio.

In this class you will learn Latin dances like Rumba, Cha Cha, Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata, as well as Ballroom dances like the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Swing, and more.

No partner needed, will do partner rotation during class.

Line Dance

Thursdays | 1 - 2 PM| Resident $36 / Non-Resident $46 | 8-week sessions
Instructor: Chris Chuc

This exciting class will teach you basic line dancing for Western/Country, Swing, and more.  Enjoy line dancing, improve coordination, and enhance memory at the same time.

 

Low Impact Aerobics 

Wednesday and Friday | 9 - 9:45 AM | $2 per class
Duarte Fitness Center members are FREE!

Enjoy a combination of low impact, cardio, and strength training movements to help get your body moving an heart pumping. The instructor's high energy is sure to motivate you to keep coming back for more! 

 

Piano - Beginning

Thursday | 11 AM - 12 PM | Resident $60 / Non-Resident $70 | $20 material fee due first day
8-week sessions | Instructor: Abraham Martinez

This beginner piano class teaches basic technique and music reading, perfect for newcomers or those returning after a break. No experience required. $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day.

 

Piano - Pop

Thursday | 12:15 - 1:15 PM | Resident $60 / Non-Resident $70 | 8-week sessions
Instructor: Abraham Martinez

This class explores blues, gospel, jazz, rock, Latin, and more. Study harmony, chords, style, ear training, and listening skills. For late-beginner to intermediate musicians. Basic music reading required. Music is provided, and students may bring their own pieces if desired.

 

Piano - Traditional

Thursday | 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Resident $60 / Non-Resident $70 | 8-week sessions
Instructor: Abraham Martinez

The class develops reading and keyboard skills using Baroque, Classical, and Romantic repertoire. For late-beginner to intermediate players with basic music reading and technique. Music is provided and students may bring their own pieces if desired. 

 

Sewing

Monday | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | $11 per class
Instructor: Regina Johnson

 

Tai Qi/Qi Gong

Monday and Friday | 9:45 - 10:45 AM| Residents $70/Non-Residents $80 | 8-week sessions
Instructor: Chris Tucker

Strengthen and balance the body while calming the mind. Qi is said to come from the air we breathe and the foods we eat, so participants will be introduced to the concept of Food-BasedHealing and efficient breathing. With regular practice increase energy, immunity, and metabolic function.

*Click the "Register for Classes button above to sign up for these classes.

Ceramics

July - September | 3-month session
Tuesdays | 9:30 - 11:30 AM (Registration Required)
Instructor: Mary Pat Paddock

Create decorative ceramics using pre-made molds.

Learn surface design and apply  glazes/underglazes; all pieces are kiln-fired. No hand-building or wheel work. Bring your own materials (see instructor)

In person registration only. No make-up classes.

 

Needle Crafting

Mondays | 9 - 10 AM

Come work on your projects and share your talents with the club. Bring your own supplies.

 

Watercolor

Mondays | 1 - 3 PM

Includes watercolor demos, color mixing, brush techniques & more! Must provide own supplies. 

 

Writing Workshop (Zoom)

Wednesdays | 9:30 - 11 AM

Chair Volleyball

Wednesday | 12:30  - 1:30 PM | Free
Get active while having fun. Join us for a friendly game of chair volleyball. Space is limited.

Pickleball 55+

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday | 7:30 – 10 AM | Free
Duarte Park, 1344 Bloomdale Street
Let’s get active! Come try out a game of pickleball. All levels are welcome.

Table Tennis & Billiard Room

The Senior Center has 2 ping pong tables and a billiard table open during hours of operation, 9 AM - 2 PM. Beginning Ping Pong players are encouraged to come on Wednesays & Fridays from 10 - 11 AM to learn the basics.

Fish Canyon Falls Trail

(Trail closed until further notice due to fire/flood damage.)

Donald & Bernice Watson Multi-Purpose Trail

The beautiful multi-purpose trail has both pavement and dirt and is 1.6 miles in length. This is the location of the old Pacific Electric Railway and remnants of that era can be seen in the railroad ties used for fencing and the beautiful arching bridge you’ll see along the way. A good place to start is at Royal Oaks Park 2627 Royal Oaks Drive where there’s parking, shade, and a drinking fountain.

Encanto Nature Walk

Located at 751 Encanto Parkway and starting at the historic old Pacific Electric Railway Puente Largo Bridge, this trail meanders along the top of the river embankment. Continue your walk around Encanto Park's creek trail around the park. Enjoy wildlife and beautiful mountain views.

Coed Softball

Even though Senior Center participants must be 55 years and older, softball enthusiasts age 50 and older are invited to join a Duarte team part of the Inter-City Senior Softball League. There are currently 12 teams comprising of men and women players, some well over 70 years young. Duarte practices begin in March and the season runs April through September. Games are played on Thursday mornings with a 9 AM or 10:30 AM start time. For more information call (626) 357-3513.

Pickleball

Pickleball mixes badminton, ping-pong and tennis played on a small court. Provides fun and physical activity but without the wear-and-tear of other sports.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 7:30 - 10 AM at the recently refurbished Pickleball Courts at Duarte Park 1434 Bloomdale Street.