July 9, 2010
“Phoenix Perks,” a series of entertaining and educational programs for active adults 45 and older, are offered daily at the city of Phoenix Shadow Mountain Senior Center, 3546 E. Sweetwater Ave.
Complimentary coffee is offered every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. sponsored by the Shadow Mountain Site Council. Activities offered at the center at no cost include an exercise class that meets at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday; a walking club that gathers at 8 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday; a quilting club that meets at 9:30 a.m. every Thursday; and a stained glass group that meets at 1 p.m. each Tuesday.
Each Thursday at 10 a.m., a group meets to knit, sew and crochet projects that benefit community organizations; and a chess club meets at 1 p.m. Thursdays welcoming seasoned as well as new players.
An annual $10 registration fee for Phoenix residents is required and can be used at any of the city’s 15 senior centers. The fee is $20 for non-residents. Participants will receive a membership card that allows them access to activities or services at senior centers, and parks and recreation facilties.
Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. For a monthly menu and registration information, call 602-534-2303 or visit phoenix.gov/phoenixperks.
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