Solana Beach Senior Center May & June Activities
The Solana Beach Community Senior Center is committed to providing excellent resources, fostering meaningful personal relationships, and offering fulfilling growth opportunities for aging well. The Senior Center is open to everyone and is located at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church in Debin Hall (120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075).
They have many programs, activities, and services available, including a variety of programs and activities every week, both in-person and virtually through Zoom. For an update on upcoming programs, please call (858) 509-2587 or check out the current Encore Newsletter.
Monthly Activities
Wednesday Programs & Lunch
Wednesdays are BIG days at the Senior Center, featuring classes, discussion groups, games, entertainment, and a delicious lunch. Enjoy a fun program and delicious meal with friends every Wednesday in Debin Hall. Programs/Entertainment start at 11:30 AM, and lunch starts at 12:15 PM.
Reservations are required one week in advance. Lunch is $9 per person or $10 for to-go meals. Special funds are available for anyone needing assistance. Contact the Senior Center at (858) 509-2587 for more information.
March and April Lineup:
- May 7: Art for Everyone with Summer Wyman (details on pg.14). Menu: Spring Vegetable Soup with Ham & Cheese Sandwich. FREE lunch with a reservation. (RSVP by 04/30/2025)
- May 14: Safe Driving Through the Ages - Stay Safe Longer with guest speaker Pualani Vazquez (details pg.14). Menu: Salmon with Spring Risotto. (RSVP by 05/07/2025)
- May 21: Celebrate May Birthdays and stroll down memory lane with musician Jim Biachi. Menu: Turkey Pot Pie Upside Down. (RSVP by 05/14/2025) May Birthday Sponsor: Regal Medical Group
- May 28: Enjoy the sounds of classically trained musician Daniel Newheiser. Menu: Grilled Chicken. (RSVP by 05/21/2025)
- June 4: Celebrate June and July birthdays and ring out the Senior Center season with country music duo Two the Moon. Menu: Pulled BBQ Beef and Chicken. (RSVP by 05/28/2025) June & July Birthday Sponsor: Gloria Emanuelson - Great Escape Travel & Medicare Advantage
- NOTE: June 4th will be the last Senior Center gathering for the 2024-2025 membership season. Be sure to sign up and join us for the last bash of the year!
Fun and Games
Join fellow seniors for games like Bridge, Scrabble, Mahjong, and more. Knitters and crocheters are also welcome! Meet in Debin Hall on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM for a morning of fun before the Wednesday Program & Lunch. Games and crafting end at 11:20 AM, just in time for the 11:30 AM lunch program. Contact the Senior Center at (858) 509-2587 for more information.
Memory Cafe
Get connected, make friends, and keep your brain active! The Memory Café is an enjoyable gathering for older adults to socialize, learn about keeping their brains healthy, and have fun! The Memory Cafe meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00 - 11:30 AM in the Ministry Center Hall. Parking is easiest in lot #3. There is no charge! Contact the Senior Center at (858) 509-2587 for more information.
Feeling Fit Club (Virtual)
Stay active from home on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 AM, with this free virtual fitness class. Led by Sue Grant, this class is sponsored by San Diego County’s Aging and Independent Services. You are welcome to participate on one or both days. For Zoom links and updates, contact Donna at 858-342-0981.
Silver Age (Chair) Yoga
Open to all on Fridays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Debin Hall’s lower level, Room 16 (Parking in lot #2 is easiest). Instructors Elizabeth Young and Terri Rucker co-lead the Silver Age Yoga class, which is designed specifically for the needs of seniors of all ability levels. This “chair only” class means no mats and no getting on the floor. There is no fee, but donations are welcome for non-profit Silver Age Yoga. NOTE: Chair Yoga will meet through June, not in July, and resume August 8th.
Book Club
The Book Club kicks off another season of great discussions. If you love reading, want to keep your mind sharp, and enjoy expanding your social circle, this group is for you! Join this great group for in-person discussions on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:15 PM, in Debin Hall's Room 15. If you are interested in joining the Book Club, contact Carol Pletcher at (858) 248-3528 or pletcher.carol@gmail.com. The last Book Club meeting of the 2024-2025 season will be on Wednesday, June 11th.
May Discussion: The Women by Kirstin Hannah on Wednesday, May 14th at 1:15 pm in RM 15. Copies of the book are available at the Senior Center office.
June Discussion: A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko on Wednesday, June 11 at 1:15 pm in RM 15. Copies of the book are available at the Senior Center office.
Ginny's Sewing Club
If you love to sew, then come join this lovely group of gals who meet every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 10:00 AM in Debin Hall’s lower level, Room 16, to stitch and chat. There are plenty of non-sewing tasks as well! They often bring lunch to enjoy some social time together after the sewing session. For more information, contact Cindy at (858) 509-2587 or Elizabeth at (858) 509-2587.
May Adventure Opportunities
IMAX - Fleet Science Center & Planetarium Show
Buckle up, we are going to soar with the Blue Angels!
On this excursion, we’ll explore the Fleet Science Center and enjoy a documentary in the dome theater. The documentary features never-before-seen footage that chronicles a year with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron - from selection through the challenging training and demanding show season - showcasing the extraordinary teamwork, passion, and pride that fuels America’s best, the Blue Angels. DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 2025. COST: $30.00 - Includes transportation, Science Center entrance & show. NOTE: Lunch is no-host and at your expense. DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00 am / RETURNING: By 3:00 pm ACTIVITY LEVEL: 5 (standing, walking, sitting, and uneven spaces) RSVP by calling 858-509-2587 or emailing Elizabeth@solanapres.org.
June Adventure Opportunity
San Dieguito Heritage Museum
Join us as we step back in time almost 100 years.
A docent-led tour of the museum will give a glimpse of the history of Leucadia, Encinitas, Olivenhain, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, and Rancho Santa Fe. You’ll get the opportunity to explore several historic homesteads and view ancient artifacts. Be sure not to miss the wagon on this one! DATE: Tuesday, June 17, 2025. COST: $20,00 - Includes transportation and docent tour. No-host lunch nearby after the tour. DEPARTURE TIME: 10:45 am / RETURNING: By 2:00 pm. ACTIVITY LEVEL: 7 (standing, walking, sitting, and uneven spaces) RSVP by calling 858-509-2587 or emailing Elizabeth@solanapres.org.
For more Senior Center information, call (858) 509-2587 or email Cindy Wright at Cindy@solanapres.org or Elizabeth Arthur at Elizabeth@solanapres.org. The Solana Beach Community Senior Center location: Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, 120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075