Senior Activities

Senior Activities

Your chance to shine and focus on yourself

Park Ridge Park District works hard to ensure seniors in our community have an array of options for staying active and engaged. First, there’s our S.T.A.R. membership, where there’s always something going on, no matter what your interest. Throughout the year, an array of S.T.A.R. clubs, activities, trips, and events are offered. You're bound to discover new interests and new friends.

Then there are the exceptional programs and outings we offer adults, giving you a chance to enjoy time with others. In fact, the hardest part about taking advantage of all that’s available is deciding what it is you want to do first. View the programs below.

S.T.A.R Membership

Many activities, programs, events, and services for anyone age 55 and older.

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Programs

1230319 / STAR Financial Complexities of Aging

The Financial Complexities of Aging with CarePatrol Chicagoland North As we age, financial planning becomes more intricate, requiring careful consideration of healthcare costs, retirement savings, estate planning, and potential long-term care needs. Navi-gating these challenges requires foresight and expertise to ensure financial stability and peace of mind in later years. By addressing these complexities proactively, you can secure a future that aligns with your goals. Let's explore strategies to simplify and manage the financial landscape of aging effectively. CAC
1230319-1 - Financial Complexities of Aging
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
3/19/2025 - 3/19/2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up

1230401 / STAR New Movie

Enjoy a new movie and popcorn! Check the S.T.A.R. newsletter for the featured movie of the month. CAC
1230401-1 - STAR New Movie - March
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
3/3/2025 - 3/3/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up

1230404 / STAR Oscar Series

Join us to view five Oscar nominated movies with fresh popcorn. Check with the front desk for movie titles, which will be available January 18. We’ll also be throwing an Oscar Party on February 27. See STAR Newsletter for more details. CAC
1230404-1 - Oscar Series
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/27/2025 - 1/27/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up
1230404-2 - Oscar Series
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/3/2025 - 2/3/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up
1230404-3 - Oscar Series
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/10/2025 - 2/10/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up
1230404-4 - Oscar Series
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/17/2025 - 2/17/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up
1230404-5 - Oscar Series
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/24/2025 - 2/24/2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up

1230501 / STAR Art Workshop

Calling out your inner Picasso! Our talented instructor can bring out the best in you artistically! All ability levels are welcome. Instruction is in acrylics. Instructor: Rae Penzin. CAC
1230501-1 - Art Workshop
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/6/2025 - 2/10/2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up
1230501-2 - Art Workshop
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/17/2025 - 3/24/2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up

1230507 / S.T.A.R. Reader's Theatre

It’s a casting call! This group brings storytelling and radio theatre to life. It is a theatre of imagination where you do not have to memorize scripts, but, rather, get into the full meaning of different plays, and even put on a short play. Your instructor is a degreed working director/actor/and educator in theatre. Broadway, here we come! Instructor: Allison Sword. CAC
1230507-1 - Reader's Theatre
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/9/2025 - 2/13/2025
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up