Senior Connections Offers Games, Learning, and Fellowship for Area Adults 55 and Older

If you are 55 or older and looking for companionship, a game of dominoes, a hot, home-cooked meal, or even a lively round of bingo, Senior Connections is the perfect spot for you. Senior Connections offers a welcoming environment where you can enjoy engaging lunch-and-learn programs, art classes, and monthly adventures to exciting destinations. Best of all, membership is free, and our community offers fellowship and delicious food.

Doors open at 9 a.m. each day, and members are greeted by cheerful volunteers who offer a warm cup of coffee and a friendly hug. We remain open until 2 p.m. with our hearty, homemade, nutritious meal served at 11:30 a.m. Make sure to arrive by 11:15 a.m. to grab a good seat.

Kick off your day on Monday, Feb. 16, President’s Day, in Schulenburg at 1111 Bohlmann Ave. with a lively morning of games, then enjoy a delicious catered meal from Oakridge Smokehouse featuring chicken tenders, cream gravy, mashed potatoes, and a nourishing salad topped with seasonal fruit, prepared by dedicated volunteers. Do not forget to bring cookies for the cookie roundup to share with speakers and bingo callers.

After lunch, we will host a special Lunch and Learn program with Madelyn Karstedt, Miss Czech Slovak USA, who will share insights into her title and its cultural significance, as well as her responsibilities in this national role. Madelyn’s mother will be teaching art for Artful Fridays this year. Bingo will follow at 12:30 p.m., hosted by Amanda from Anytime Fitness.

Once the games get rolling on Tuesday, Feb. 17 in Weimar at First United Methodist Church, 301 W. Saint Charles St., a nurse from True Care Living will join for blood pressure checks. But don’t worry, she will not disturb your game. That will be followed by Amanda’s famous meatloaf served with buttered potatoes, renowned house salad, and dessert by members.

The Lunch and Learn program will feature our favorite guest and game. Look forward to a fun Jeopardy game led by Physician Assistant Abby from Duchicela’s Clinic, with bingo to follow courtesy of Niesha and the True Care Living team.

We will honor Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18 in Schulenburg with a special meal of fried fish, hush puppies, coleslaw, and macaroni and cheese from Oakridge Smokehouse, with desserts provided by lovely members. After this delightful meal, it’s time for bingo, with Jeffrey from The Oaks in Columbus calling the game a true highlight.

Do not forget, Wednesday, Feb. 18 is the last day to sign up for the monthly outing to the Wendish Museum in Serbin, followed by lunch at Reba’s Pizza in Giddings. Call the center at (979) 743-3227 to reserve your spot.

Artful Friday will be held on Feb. 20 at 1206 Lyons Ave. from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for members to enjoy our art classes (registration required). Susan Grooms will continue her acrylic painting class, while Jaime Janda and Stephanie Shroyer continue their popular mosaic classes. After classes we enjoy a nice lunch together, some students stay late to continue exploring their creative talents.

For more information, visit seniorconnections.org or follow us on Facebook at Senior Connections979. Remember, members who sign up at one location are welcome at all our sites.