Newark Senior Center Events and Activity Calendar

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See What’s Happening at the Center

Stay up to date with Newark Senior Center events happening throughout the week. Our calendar is designed to help members and visitors quickly find activities, programs, and special events taking place at the center. Whether you’re looking for something happening today, planning your week, or exploring upcoming events in Newark, DE, this page provides a clear schedule you can scan in seconds.

Stay up to date with Newark Senior Center events happening throughout the week. Our calendar is designed to help members and visitors quickly find activities, programs, and special events taking place at the center. Whether you’re looking for something happening today, planning your week, or exploring upcoming events in Newark, DE, this page provides a clear schedule you can scan in seconds.

See What’s Happening at the Center

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

9:30am Mah Jongg

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Bridge

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10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12:30pm Shuffleboard

1pm Chinese Language & Cultural Club

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

10am Genealogy Research Group

10am Scribblers Club

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12pm Pinochle

12:30pm Bridge

12:45pm Bingo

1pm Spanish Language Group

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10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

1pm Diamond Bead Art

1pm Comfort Pillow Group

1pm Cards Anyone/ Cribbage/ Poker

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9:30am Canasta

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12:15pm Duplicate Bridge

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

9:30am Mah Jongg

10am Antique Evaluations

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Bridge

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9am Walk our Land

10am Tuesday Discussion Group

10am Bible Study

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

12pm German Language Group

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Swing City Band Practice

1pm The Great Courses Turning Points in Modern History

1pm Chinese Language & Cultural Club

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

7:50am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

10am Sit N Stitch

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

12pm Lap Swim

12pm Pinochle

12:30pm Adult Coloring Group

12:30pm Bridge

12:45pm Bingo

1pm Spanish Language Group

1pm S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

1pm Aqua Flex/Stretch/Tone

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Standing Pilates

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

10am NSC Chorus/ Songbirds

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Functional Flow W/Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

11:30am Meditation Group

11:45am Jewelry Workshop: Learn, Make, Repair, Share with Davie Hauke

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm Cards Anyone/ Cribbage/ Poker

2pm Novel - Tea Book Discussion

2:30pm Let's Dance

5pm Comfort Pillow Group

5pm Diamond Bead Art

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8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Yogalates

8:45am S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

9am Aquacise

9:30am Canasta

9:30am Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Horseshoes (Weather permitting)

10am Ukelele

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

12pm Lap Swim

12:15pm Duplicate Bridge

12:30pm Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

1pm Aquacise

1pm Oompah Band Practice

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

9am Strength Training

9:30am Mah Jongg

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11:15am Chair Strength & Toning

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Bridge

1pm Transitioning to Assisted Living

1pm Melt Hand & Foot by Amanda Yue

1pm Aquacise

2pm Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Pilates Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

9am Walk our Land

9am Coffee with Newark Police Officers

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Tuesday Discussion Group

10am Bible Study

10am Sculpt45 by Jazzercise

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Movement Matters w/ Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

12pm Lap Swim

12pm German Language Group

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm The Great Courses Turning Points in Modern History

1pm Chinese Language & Cultural Club

1:30pm Pre-Planning Your Funeral or Cremation

2:30pm Country Line Dance by Jim Dawson, DJ Express

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

7:50am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Strength Training

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

11am New Member Orientation

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

11:30am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

12pm Lap Swim

12pm Pinochle

12:30pm Adult Coloring Group

12:30pm Bridge

12:45pm Bingo

1pm Spanish Language Group

1pm S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

1pm Aqua Flex/Stretch/Tone

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Standing Pilates

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

10am NSC Chorus/ Songbirds

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Functional Flow W/Sybil, SLP Wellness

10:30am Widowed Seniors: Pathways through Grief

11:15am Zumba Gold

11:30am Meditation Group

11:45am Jewelry Workshop: Learn, Make, Repair, Share with Davie Hauke

12pm Lap Swim

12pm ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out)

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm Diamond Bead Art

1pm Cards Anyone/ Cribbage/ Poker

1pm Comfort Pillow Group

2:30pm Let's Dance

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8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Yogalates

8:45am S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

9am Aquacise

9:30am Canasta

9:30am Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

10am Horseshoes (Weather permitting)

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

12pm Lap Swim

12:15pm Duplicate Bridge

12:30pm Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

1pm Aquacise

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

9am Strength Training

9:30am Mah Jongg

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Antique Evaluations

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11:15am Chair Strength & Toning

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Bridge

1pm Melt Hand & Foot by Amanda Yue

1pm Aquacise

2pm Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Pilates Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

9am Walk our Land

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Tuesday Discussion Group

10am Bible Study

10am Sculpt45 by Jazzercise

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Movement Matters w/ Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

12pm Lap Swim

12pm German Language Group

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm Chinese Language & Cultural Club

1pm Advanced Funeral Planning

2:30pm Country Line Dance by Jim Dawson, DJ Express

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

7:50am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Strength Training

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Sit N Stitch

10am Strength Training

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

11:30am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

12pm Lap Swim

12pm Pinochle

12:30pm Adult Coloring Group

12:30pm Bridge

12:45pm Bingo

1pm Spanish Language Group

1pm S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Standing Pilates

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

10am NSC Chorus/ Songbirds

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Functional Flow W/Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

11:30am Meditation Group

11:45am Jewelry Workshop: Learn, Make, Repair, Share with Davie Hauke

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm Cards Anyone/ Cribbage/ Poker

2:30pm Let's Dance

5pm NSC Flea Market

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8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Yogalates

8:45am S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

9am Aquacise

9am NSC Flea Market

9:30am Canasta

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Ukelele

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

10am Horseshoes (Weather permitting)

10am Strength Training

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

12pm Lap Swim

12:15pm Duplicate Bridge

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

1pm Aquacise

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9am NSC Flea Market

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

9am Used Book Sale

9am Strength Training

9:30am Mah Jongg

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:30am Simplify for Success- Downsizing

11:15am Chair Strength & Toning

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Bridge

1pm Melt Hand & Foot by Amanda Yue

1pm Aquacise

1pm Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning

2pm Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Used Book Sale

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Pilates Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

9am Walk our Land

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Tuesday Discussion Group

10am Bible Study

10am Sculpt45 by Jazzercise

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Movement Matters w/ Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

12pm Lap Swim

12pm German Language Group

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm The Great Courses Turning Points in Modern History

1pm Chinese Language & Cultural Club

1pm Joint Replacements- Surgery Success

2:30pm Country Line Dance by Jim Dawson, DJ Express

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7:50am HIGH INTENSITY SAIL with Connie Hewitt

7:50am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9am Aquacise

9am Strength Training

9am Used Book Sale

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Genealogy Discussion Group

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

11:15am Tai Chi with Juan Wan

11:30am Yoga with Christy Christy's Core Fitness

12pm Lap Swim

12pm Pinochle

12:30pm Adult Coloring Group

12:30pm Bridge

12:45pm Bingo

1pm Spanish Language Group

1pm S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

1pm Investment Ideas in Retirement

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7:50am Interval Training with Connie Hewitt

8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Jazzercise Lo

9am Standing Pilates

9am Used Book Sale

9am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Resistance Band Class Christy's Core Fitness

10am NSC Chorus/ Songbirds

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

10:15am Functional Flow W/Sybil, SLP Wellness

11:15am Zumba Gold

11:30am Meditation Group

11:45am Jewelry Workshop: Learn, Make, Repair, Share with Davie Hauke

12pm Lap Swim

12:30pm Table Tennis

12:30pm Move & Groove with Connie Hewitt

1pm Open Swim / 1 Lap Lane

1pm Cards Anyone/ Cribbage/ Poker

2:30pm Let's Dance

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8am Open Swim/ 1 Lap Lane

8:45am Yogalates

8:45am S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) with Connie Hewitt

9am Aquacise

9am Used Book Sale

9:30am Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

9:30am Canasta

9:45am Water Volleyball

10am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Intermediate

10am American Sign Language

10am Horseshoes (Weather permitting)

10am Strength Training

10:15am Armchair Exercise - Free to NSC Members

10:15am Aquatic Ageless Exercise

11am Qigong for Health with Scott Martin - Beginner

12pm Lap Swim

12:15pm Duplicate Bridge

12:30pm Shuffleboard

12:30pm Rummikub, Scrabble & Board Games

12:30pm Art Workshops by Cynthia Swanson

1pm Aquacise

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A Community Moment Worth Showing Up For

The Many Ways You Can Stay Active Here

Fitness & Exercise Programs

If you want activities that support your health, structured exercise programs help you stay active safely. From guided classes to supervised fitness and therapeutic pool access, you can build strength, balance, and confidence at your own pace.

Arts & Creative Enrichment

If you enjoy learning or creating, arts and enrichment programs provide opportunities to explore new interests. Classes may include art projects, technology learning sessions, discussion groups, and skill-building workshops.

Games & Social Activities

If you’re looking for ways to connect with others, social programs and games create easy opportunities for conversation and laughter. Whether you join a group game or a social club, the focus is simple—show up and enjoy the company.

Educational Programs & Talks

If staying mentally active matters to you, educational sessions and guest presentations provide insight on topics ranging from health and wellness to community resources and current events.

Trips & Community Outings

If you’d like to explore beyond the center, organized trips make it easy to visit local attractions, restaurants, and events with others from the community. Planning and coordination are handled for you.

Wellness & Support Programs

If your needs change or you want additional guidance, wellness-focused programming and caregiver support services offer practical help and trusted information.

A Simple Guide to Choosing the Right Support

Step 1

Browse the Daily Calendar

Check the schedule online to see activities happening today or later this week.

Step 2

Choose What Fits Your Interests

Select a class, group activity, or event that matches your comfort level and energy.

Step 3

Register if Needed

Some programs require advance sign-up through the Member Portal or staff assistance.

Step 4

Show Up and Participate

Arrive at the center and enjoy the program alongside others in the community.

Step 5

Try Something New Next Time

With many categories of programming, there’s always another activity waiting to be explored.

  • What activities does Newark Senior Center offer?

    Programs span fitness classes, pool activities, arts and enrichment, educational talks, social games, wellness programs, trips, and community events.

  • Are there daily activities for seniors in Newark?

    Yes. Newark Senior Center maintains an active calendar with multiple programs scheduled throughout the week.

  • Do I need to be very active to participate?

    No. Activities vary widely in intensity and format, allowing you to choose options that match your comfort level.

  • Can I try an activity before committing to many programs?

    Many members begin by attending one class or event to get familiar with the center before exploring additional programs.

  • Are programs only for Newark residents?

    Most participants live in Newark and the surrounding area, but members also come from nearby communities across the region.

Explore Your Options Clearly

This comparison helps families understand how Newark Senior Center programming differs from other activity options in the area.

Best For… Newark Senior Center Programs Local Gym Classes Community Clubs
Variety of Activities Fitness, arts, enrichment, wellness, social events, and trips all in one place. Mostly fitness-focused classes. Limited to one activity type.
Age-Focused Community Programs designed for adults 50+ with shared interests. Mixed-age environment. Often focused on a single hobby group.
Social Connection Built-in opportunities to meet others and build friendships. Social interaction varies by class. Small, specialized groups.
Support Services Access to wellness resources, transportation coordination, and caregiver programs. Limited to fitness instruction. Usually no support services available.

Not sure which activities are the best place to start? We’re happy to help you find something that fits your week.

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Fill Your Week With Activities That Matter

Newark Senior Center helps adults 50+ stay active, curious, and connected throughout the week. Whether you’re interested in learning something new, staying physically active, or simply meeting people who share your interests, our programs offer meaningful ways to participate in the Newark community.