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NOSAC Membership
For a membership fee of just $10/year, active adults will enjoy discounts on classes, events, monthly newsletters and more. A membership is not required to participate in CRPD activities. Non-members will pay $5 more for classes held at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center. For more information call 916-366-3133.
The Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center is open Monday – Thursday from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Holiday Closures: December 30-31 and January 1-3, 2025.
On-Going Member Activities
(Non members pay $2 drop-in fee per activity)
| Activity | Days | Time |
| Library & Lounge | Daily | 7:30 a.m. – Close |
| Jigsaw Puzzle Swap | Daily | 7:30 a.m. – Close |
| Billiards | Daily | 7:30 a.m. – Close |
| Bingo | Wed/Fri | Noon – 2 p.m. |
| Hand & Foot* | Thurs | 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. |
| Cordova Garden Club | 1st Wed | 10 a.m. |
| Cards & Board Games | 1st & 3rd Mon | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
| Knit & Crochet Group | Tues | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. |
| Senior Arcade | 2nd and 4th Thurs | 10 – 11 a.m. |
| Walking Group | Mon/Wed/Fri | Call for Times |
Health & Fitness
All classes are held at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center
| Senior Exercise Ages: 50+ Mon/Wed/Fri | 8 – 9 a.m. | Beginning Line Dance Ages: 50+ Tuesdays | 1:15 – 2:45 p.m. |
| Walking to get Fit Ages: 50+ Mon/Wed/Fri Call 916-366-3133 for times | Intermediate & Advanced Tai Chi Ages: 50+ Mon | 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. |
| Beginning Kundalini Yoga Ages: 50+ Mon/Wed/Fri | 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. | Beginning Tai Chi Ages: 50+ Mon | 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
| Zumba Gold Ages: 50+ Tues/Thurs | Noon – 1 p.m. | Martial Arts for Seniors Ages: 50+ Tues | 6 – 7 p.m. |
Arts & Enrichment
Ages: 50+ | Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center
| Wire Wrap Jewelry Making Mondays 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Card & Board Games 1st & 3rd Mon. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Knitting & Crochet Tuesdays 9 – 11 a.m. | Creative Card Making With Judy 1st & 3rd Wed. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. |
| Ukulele for Beginners Thursdays 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Senior Arcade Thursdays 10 a.m. | Beginning & Advanced Ceramics Fridays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Art Lab
With Heart Craft Studios
Fee: $100 monthly + $20 material fee
This beginner, friendly, hands on course, invites you to combine various materials and techniques – from painting, drawing, collage, macramé and more, participants will get to play with the possibilities of a texture, color and form while creating playfully curious works of art.
| Days | Dates | Time |
| Mon. | Weekly | 2 p.m. |
With Heart Craft Studios
Fee: $100 monthly + $20 material fee
A beginner friendly acrylic painting class that explores different techniques, styles and subjects! Designed for both beginner and aspiring artist alike, participants will learn essential, painting, techniques, including color, mixing, brush work, layering and more!
| Days | Dates | Time |
| Mon. | Weekly | 2 p.m. |
With Heart Craft Studios
Fee: $100 monthly + $20 material fee
A beginner friendly watercolor painting class that explores different techniques, styles and subjects! In this weekly class, you’ll discover the beautiful techniques of watercolor painting, including washes, blending, layering and more!
| Days | Dates | Time |
| Wed. | Weekly | 2 p.m. |
With Steve Salle
Fee: $25 Members/$30 Non-Members + $10 material fee
This fun, and social class is perfect for those looking to explore new recipes and sharpen their culinary skills. Participants will learn how to create delicious, nutritious meals with easy-to-follow techniques, all tailored to suit various dietary needs. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting, this class offers a great way to enjoy healthy eating and meet new friends along the way!
| Days | Dates | Time | Theme |
| 1st Tues. | Feb. | 5:30 – 7 p.m. | Valentine’s Dinner |
| 1st Tues. | Mar. | 5:30 – 7 p.m. | Spring Brunch |
| 1st Tues. | Apr. | 5:30 – 7 p.m. | South of the Border |
With Andrea Chavez
Fee: $15 per class + $10 material fee
Join instructor Andrea Chavez in this fun and social painting class! She will guide you through each project, step by step and you will take home your new artwork at the end of the class! No painting experience is necessary, all materials will be provided.
| Days | Dates | Time |
| Thurs. | June 19 – July 13 | 9 – 11 a.m. |
FREE Informational Presentations
Please RSVP either online or by calling 916-366-3133 for these free presentations as space is limited. Presentations are held at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center and are open to all ages.
Register for presentations here!
| Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts Monday, January 27 at 1 p.m. Monday, July 14 at 1 p.m. | Get Up & Go Day Trip Presentation Monday, February 10 at 1 p.m. Monday, June 9 at 1 p.m. |
| Safe & Sound at Home & On the Go: Fall Prevention Thursday, February 13 at 1 p.m. | Extended Travel With Collette Monday, March 3 at 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 16 at 1:30 p.m. |
| Care for Caregivers Monday, May 12 at 1 p.m. | Healthy Aging with GROW & UC Davis 1st Thursdays (Monthly) at 2 p.m. |
Silver Surfers
Technology 1:1 Troubleshooting
Annoying little technology issues can often be solved by some simple changes to the settings on your devices (Smartphone, Tablet, Laptop). Reserve your spot in 1:1 troubleshooting session and bring your devices that need troubleshooting with you. You can also use the session to learn about features on your devices. Space is limited. Registration is required. Only 8 spots available each date.
| Days | Dates | Time |
| 2nd Weds. | Ongoing | 2 – 4 p.m. |
Green Thumb Lunch
$6 non-members, day of, or TO-GO orders | $5 for members in advance
An award winning program developed by NOSAC staff and the volunteer garden club, this highly popular program allows for the community to come together for a nutritious meal and social interaction. Members of the Green Thumb program cultivate a year-round garden and organize monthly garden club meetings. Using ingredients from the garden, the program provides a weekly lunch consisting of fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and homemade baked items.
Wednesdays & Fridays • 11:30 a.m.
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RSVP no later than the day before you plan to attend.
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Special Events and Excursions
In addition to classes, the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center hosts daily activities, special events and day trips throughout the year.
Senior Advisory Board
The Senior Advisory Board was established to provide financial support to the senior center and the programs and activities it provides. The Board’s role includes planning and promotion of fund-raising activities at various special events. All funds raised by the Board are used for purposes that benefit senior center members and any participants in the senior center’s programs and activities.
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