Oxford Parks and Rec

ACTIVE AGING PROGRAMS

Oxford Township Parks & Recreation’s

COME OUT AND PLAY!
Oxford Senior Center 


Dates & times subject to change!

Mahjong Mondays 1- 4 pm
Pinochle 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month 1- 3:30 pm
Euchre 4th Tuesday of the Month 1- 3:30 pm
Walking Club Wednesdays 9- 10:00 am
Indoor Cornhole Thursdays 9- 10:00 am
Bingo 3rd Thursday 10:00 am- 1:15 pm
Bid Euchre Thursdays 2- 4:30 pm
Choose Your Own Game 1st Friday of the Month 1:00- 3:30 pm
Hand, Knee, & Foot 2nd, 3rd, 4th Friday of the Month 1- 4:00 pm 

SENIOR MOMENTS
With Oxford Community Television

55+ Programs on Oxford Community Television View on Spectrum Oxford and Addison Twp. Ch. 191 & AT&T Ch. 99 Or YouTube

Monday – Saturday: Tai Chi @ 7:30 am

Monday – Friday: Senior Moments @ 1:30 pm & 6:30 pm & Senior Break @ 7:00 pm

Saturday: Senior Moments 6:30 pm & Senior Break @ 7:00 pm

Sunday: Senior Moments @ 6:30 pm & Senior Break @ 7:30 pm

LSVT BIG PRESENTATION

Presented by Living Solutions Plus
 
Learn about LSVT Big from a licensed occupational therapist. They will provide a brief definition and history, demonstrate an exercise from the program, and describe how it can help. This presentation is highly recommended for individuals and family of those living with Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, or other neurological conditions.

Where: Oxford Senior Center
When: Thursday, May 2
Time: 11:00 am pm- 12:00 pm
Cost: Free, Registration Appreciated 
Code: 8846

VINTAGE BICYLE SHOW

Classic Bicycles of yesteryears are pedaling into the gates of Seymour Lake Township Park to show support for Oxford’s Community Garden. This event is combined with Cruisin Down Seymour. Bring a classic bicycle and/or classic car to show off. 
 

Where: Seymour Lake Township Park
When: Thursday, June 6
Show: 4:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Cookout: 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm

OXFORD COMMUNITY GARDEN FUNDRAISER

Dinner & Euchre Community Garden Fundraiser

The Oxford Township Parks & Recreation Community Garden is hosting a  Dinner & Euchre Fundraiser! Join us for a fun evening of great food, friends, and show your support. Euchre not your thing?  Come out for the camaraderie, raffle and 50/50! All proceeds donated to Oxford Senior Center Community Garden.

Where: Oxford Senior Center
When: Friday, April 12
Time: Doors Open at 5:15 pm | Dinner 5:45 pm | Cards 6:30 pm
Cost: $25 per person
Code: 8814.1

MICHIGAN SECRETARY OF STATE MOBILE OFFICE

HEALTHY EATING FOR ONE

The Secretary of State Mobile Office will be visiting Oxford Senior Center to provide service to Oxford and Neighboring Community Seniors to complete their Secretary of State Transactions.

Where: Oxford Senior Center
When: Thursday, June 13 & September 19
Time: 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Cost: FREE, Registration Required by calling (248) 628-1720

Presented by Let Us Drive LLC

Learn to cook healthy while on a budget for one.

Where: Senior Center
When: Wednesday, May 29
Time: 12:30 pm- 2:00 pm
Cost: Free, Registration Appreciated
Code: 8849

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES

Presented by Alzheimer’s Association- Michigan Chapter

Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

Where: Senior Center
When: Tuesday, June 11
Time: 6:00 pm-  7:00 pm
Cost: Free, Registration Appreciated
Code: 8850

Health & Wellness
  • AgeWays (Area Agency on Aging 1B)
  • Meals on Wheels
  • NCOA Resources for Older Adults Living Alone
  • Silver Wildcats Fitness Drop In Classes / Silversneakers offered by Colette Curtis
    • Therapeutic Movement MWF 10:30am- 11:15am 
    • Yoga Tuesdays 11:15am-12:00pm 
    • Circuit M&F 9:15am-10:00am
    • Circuit Wed
      8:45am-9:30am
  • HealthQuest Classes
  • Tai Chi w/Cheryl Goodwin
  • Chair Yoga w/Tanis
  • Healthy Eating for One
  • LSVT BIG Presentation
  • Effective Communication Strategies Alzheimer’s Association MI Chapter
  • Medicare Made Easy 
  • Medicare-Don’t Be Sold, Be Informed- by Appointment
  • Senior Advisor Panel
Enrichment
  • Basic Machine Sewing with Brenda Sumey 
  • Basic Hand & Clothing Repair Sewing with Brenda Sumey
  • Hand Embroidery with Brenda Sumey
  • Machine Sewing Level 2 Brenda Sumey
  • Book Club
    • June 5
    • August 7
  • Dining Out Club
    • May 15 Mero Mero
    • June 19 The Ox Bar & Grill
    • July 17 Sullivan’s Public House 
    • August 21 Italia Gardens
  • Conversation and Coffee
    • May 14 Charter Township Of Oxford Community Engagement Steering Committee
    • June 6 Oxford Community Schools Superintendent, Dr. Vickie Markavitch
    • July 16 Miracle Quilts, Carole Carroll
    • August 13 The Davis Family Farmers Market Manager, Melisa Counelis
    • September 10 Oxford Chamber of Commerce Director, Amy Destoll
    • October 15 Lakepoint Veterans Ministry, Madia Green
    • November 12 McLaren Oakland
  • Lunch & Euchre
    • 3rd Friday of each Month (October 4th Friday)
  • Bid Euchre Thursdays 2:00pm
  • Bingo 3rd Thursday 10:00am
  • Hand, Knee & Foot 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Friday of the Month 1:00pm
  • Euchre 4th Tuesday of the Month 1:00pm
  • Mahjong Mondays 1:00pm
  • Pinochle 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month 1:00pm
  • Choose Your Game 1st Friday of the Month 1:00pm
  • Dinner and Euchre
    • 1st Wednesday of the month September- December
  • Indoor Cornhole Thursdays 9:00am thru October- April
  • Outdoor Cornhole Fridays 9:00am May- September
  • Oxford Garden Club Membership
Speakers | Presentations
  • 10 Warning Signs presented by Alzheimer’s Association MI Chapter April 9
  • LVST BIG Presentation May 2
  • The D&C Lake Lines and the Fabulous Luxury Liners of the Great Lakes May 3
  • Debra Baltus: Family Checklist- Moving into the Senior Living Communities May 14
  • Healthy Eating for One May 29
  • Kitchen Gadgets with Dan “The Organizer Man” June 10
  • Senior Advisor Panel July 9 & November 7
Art
  • Arcylic Painting on Canvas
Volunteer/Activities/Clubs
Athletics
  • Stroll Through Seymour Wednesdays 9:00am- 10:00am
  • Outdoor Pickleball Open Courts Drop In Play Mondays- Fridays 8:30am- 11:00am | 
  • Pickleball Lessons April- July
  • Indoor Cornhole Thursdays October – April 9:00am
  • Outdoor Cornhole Fridays, May- September 9:00am
  • Cornhole Tournament June 7
  • Powell Lake Park Bike Club Thursdays May- September 9:00am
  • Sr. Softball
  • Billiards Drop In
Senior Special Events
  • Dinner & Euchre Fundraiser for Oxford Community Garden April 12 Registration required
  • Extended Travel Show May 10 Registration required & held at Oxford Senior Center
  • Garden Explorers June 11 & August 14
  • Cruisin’ Down Seymour June 6 
  • Vintage Bicycle Show June 6
  • Seymour Celebration June 6-9
  • Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office June 13 & September 19
  • Independence Village Specialty Brunch April- August
  • Packaged Holiday Meals, $15 per meal Registration required
    • Cinco De Mayo May 3
    • Halloween Spooktacular October 30
    • Thanksgiving Feast November 26
    • Christmas Holiday December 23
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Life Skills
  • Line Dancing
    • Beginners Mondays 10:00am
    • Improver Wednesdays 1:00pm
  • Tech Help | Drop In 3:30pm-5:00pm
    • April 9 & 18
  • Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office June 13 & September 19