S.T.A.R. Programs

S.T.A.R. Programs

Programs, Activities, Trips & Events

Registration Programs

Seasonally, we offer a wide variety of programs for adults. All programs, including programs titled as S.T.A.R., are available for members and non-members. Members receive a discounted rate. View the current programs for seniors and adults below.

Weekly S.T.A.R. Activities

There is always something happening with the S.T.A.R. members. All week long you can find fitness classes, table tennis, Reader's Theatre, art classes, and more. In addition, clubs for all interests are held monthly. For our current activities and club meeting schedules, refer to the most recent Park District brochure or S.T.A.R. Connections Newsletter.

S.T.A.R. has clubs for every interest. Many of these groups are offered at no charge and any individual 55 years or older is invited to attend.

Trips and Events

Trips are offered at least twice monthly to various destinations! Stop in to pick up a copy of the monthly newsletter at the Centennial Activity Center or download this season's current events.

Extended Travel Opportunities

S.T.A.R. partners with America Classic Tours and Collette Tours to offer a variety of trips designed with the active adult in mind.

Upcoming Trips:
Click the links below for detailed itineraries and pricing.

Greece Island Hopper: April 24 - May 4, 2025 (11 days)
Discover California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite, Napa: October 6 - October 13, 2025 (8 Days)
Sunny Portugal: April 19 - April 28, 2026 (10 days)

For more information, please contact the front desk at 847-692-3597.

Location

100 S. Western Ave.
Park Ridge, Illinois

Phone

847-692-3597
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Programs

1230521 / STAR Gentle Exercise with a Therapy Dog

Bobbie and her therapy dog, Bella, team up to improve your body and mind with gentle movements. This class is appropriate for those with arthritis and chronic conditions and offers gentle cardio, strength training, flexibility, balance and meditation which can be done seated or standing. Instructor: Bobbie Adams. CAC
1230521-1 - Gentle Exercise with a Therapy Dog
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/7/2025 - 2/11/2025
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up
1230521-2 - Gentle Exercise with a Therapy Dog
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/18/2025 - 3/25/2025
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up

1230522 / STAR Beginning Mah Jongg

Discover the exciting game of Mah Jongg and learn in a fun, relaxed setting. This class will introduce you to the tiles, basic moves, how to choose a hand, the progression of play, and strategies. Gameplay taught will be based on the American Standard Way. All supplies are included for game play. This is a contracted class. Instructor: Joyce De Winter. CAC
1230522-1 - STAR Beginning Mah Jongg
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/6/2025 - 3/27/2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & up

1230524 / STAR Intermediate Mah Jongg

This class is designed for players who already understand the basic rules of play, have had some experience playing the game, and emphasizes strategies and techniques designed to sharpen your skills, improve your game and to play more defensively. Game play taught will be based on the American Standard Way. All supplies are included for game play. This is a contracted class. Instructor: Joyce De Winter. CAC
1230524-1 - STAR Intermediate Mah Jongg
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/5/2025 - 3/26/2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
18.00-110.00

1230525 / Active Adult Science of the Inquisitive Mind

Get a deeper understanding of science for the nonscientists. No math, no quizzes, no homework! We will have an interactive small group discussion. Moderated by member, Dr. Robert Dwyer. CAC
1230525-1 - Science of the Inquisitive Mind
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/21/2025 - 3/18/2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55.00-105.99

1230527 / Intermediate Sewing

Gwen Jaeger takes you a step further with your sewing skills and hones in on specific projects. Please note this is a post class to Beginner Sewing or for already experienced sewers. A sewing machine is required for the class. This is a contracted class. CAC
1230527-1 - Intermediate Sewing
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
1/6/2025 - 2/10/2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
18 & Up
1230527-2 - Intermediate Sewing
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Availability
Unavailable
Res/NonRes
2/17/2025 - 3/24/2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
18 & Up

Volunteer Opportunities

If you would like to volunteer to run a drop-in club, assist with luncheons, or volunteer for a service program such as AARP or Benefits Access Program, please download and complete our form and email it to Eilleen Gabriel-Galan.

Volunteer Opportunities