The Guy Thompson Community Center has a number of events taking place for older active adults.
The Milton Parks and Recreation Department is proud to announce the return of yoga to the center with our new instructor Angela Marchetti. Her classes are every Tuesday and Friday morning from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. and are open to all levels of students.
Monday – January 19
Closed in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday
Tuesday – January 20
8:30 a.m. to noon – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try.
9 a.m. – Yoga: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
Wednesday – January 21
9 a.m. to noon – Artist gathering: If you paint, draw or sketch you are invited to the Milton Community Center to practice your art among other artist in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
2 p.m. – Ballroom Dancing: Learn the popular dance steps to the Samba, Salsa, and other popular ball room dances. Class is $5.
Thursday – January 22
8:30 a.m. to noon – Pickleball: come play a game similar to tennis, but not on nearly as big of a court and not nearly as fast. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America and you are welcome to come out and give it a try.
6 p.m. – Panhandle Writers Group Meeting: Meet with area writers to critique and offer opinions on written works such as short stories, poems, and parts of books.
Friday – January 23
9 a.m. – Yoga: An enjoyable exercise class for all skill levels. A relaxing and beneficial hour. Class is $5.
noon – Cards and games for seniors. Come out and enjoy games and refreshments at the Milton Community Center. This is a free activity.
The Guy Thompson Community Center is looking to add more activities and will announce them through this calendar. If you would like to suggest an event or activity please call Joe Paschal at 983-5466 or e-mail bill.gamblin@ci.milton.fl.us.
Don’t forget to check out our website for information regarding all city sports and activities at www.ci.milton.fl.us or contact the Guy Thompson Community Center at 983-5466
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: Weekly senior activities at GTCC