Our mission at the Florence Senior Center is to provide services and programs that empower older adults through mental, physical, and social activities to improve all aspects of their lives.
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 3:30pm
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
Monday – Friday 11:30 – 12:15 AM
- We ask that each individual is signed in by 10:30, as it is first come first serve
- Participants must be at least 60 years of age
- We serve 25 meals on Monday
- We serve 40 meals on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
- The Nutrition Program is closed during State and Federal Holidays
- MLK Day – President’s Day – Good Friday – Confed. Memorial Day – Memorial Day – Jefferson Day – Juneteenth – Independence Day – Labor Day – Columbus Day – Veterans Day – Thanksgiving – Christmas
- $1 suggested donation
The Club Senior Center — Programs & Activities
Joints in Motion
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday | 9:30 – 10:30 AM
- Instructor: Fran Davis
- Fee: Free to all
- Our Joints in Motion class helps us to retain the mobility that keeps us connected to the things that we love. Many of these exercises are similar to what physical therapists use with patients during rehab. This class allows senior adults to remain active, while allowing them to live life to the fullest.
- Key Benefits: improves strength, balance, mood, and cognitive functions
- Chat and Share: Join our post-class discussion circle, where we share some of our favorite memories, wishes, and ideas.
BINGO
Wednesday | 10:15 – 11:00 AM
- Participants bring prizes to share
- Items such as toilet paper, soaps, shampoos, expendable items
- Please bring items to front office (Fran’s)
Games & Puzzles
Monday – Friday | After scheduled programs
- Rummikub, Rummy, Mexican Train, Puzzles
- We enjoy learning new games! Any suggestions are always appreciated
- Many of our participants play different games before and after lunch
- Great way to socialize and enjoy the company of our peers
Singing River Square Dance
Monday | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Beginner square dance lessons – 2x per year but new comers are always welcome.
- Please call for exact dates – 256-760-6648
- $21 monthly fee
- Covers ASARDA fees and insurance
Boomers and Seniors Dance
Tuesday | 6:00 – 8:30 PM
- A Band
- Music from across the decades
- $6 per person
- Themed dances and special events will be announced throughout the year
Diamonds in the Rough — Group Travel
- These motor coach tours are operated independently by Diamond Tours, a private travel company — they are not organized, operated, or sponsored by the City of Florence Parks and Recreation Department.
Destinations have included:
- Nashville, TN
- Niagara Falls
- Pigeon Forge / Smoky Mountains, TN
- Mount Rushmore, SD
- Mackinac Island, MI
- Atlantic City, NJ
- New York City / Philadelphia
- Boston, MA
- Biloxi, MS / New Orleans, LA
- Las Vegas, NV / Grand Canyon / Hoover Dam
- Biltmore Estate / Asheville, NC
- Washington, D.C.
- Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard, MA
- Vermont fall foliage tours
- …and several more destinations throughout the year
- For information regarding travel arrangements, dates, and pricing, please call Fran Davis, 256-760-6642. Fran can connect you directly with Diamond Tours and help you with registration.
Special Events & Activities
Occur monthly
- Special events to look forward to throughout the year!
- Potluck Dinners
- Ice Cream Socials
- Yard Sales
- Fantastic Fridays
- Dances
Farmers Market Food Voucher
January – March
- Registration opens in January and closes in March
- $50 coupons for the local farmer’s market
- Register by calling 256-760-6668
- Register online: buylocalalabama.com
- Must be 60 years of age
Fishing Day
Deibert Park | TBD
- All ages invited
- Bring your own fishing tackle, bait, chairs, and snacks
- Fishing license is not required
Senior Citizens Appreciation Day
Occurs in May every year
- NACOLG sponsored event
- Spring of each year
- Resource fair for senior citizens
- Local organizations
- Food
- Music
- Free to senior citizens
Masters Games of Alabama
Fall every year – usually October
- District 1 Games are scheduled in the Spring / Summer
- Participants must be at least 50 years of age
- Competitions range from Frisbee, Nerf ball, Softball throw, Basketball throw, Rook, Dominos (single and double), Pickleball, Cornhole, Table Tennis, billiards, 5K walk/run, and more
- State games are scheduled in the Fall
Billiards
Monday – Friday | 8:00 – 11:00 AM
- Best kept secret in Florence
- The Pool Room is located at 1105 Beale St, Florence, AL 35630
- Billiards take place in the Recreation Center
Florence Senior Center "The Club" Contact Details
(256)-760-6420
Address:
450 Country Club Drive Florence, Al 35633
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00am - 5:00pm