Musical Jam

Calling all musicians and music lovers! Do you play an instrument and want to jam with fellow seniors? Or perhaps you'd like to enjoy live performances from others? Join us for a lively jam session! Bring your instrument and a music stand, and if you have sheet music to......More

Calling all musicians and music lovers! Do you play an instrument and want to jam with fellow seniors? Or perhaps you'd like to enjoy live performances from others? Join us for a lively jam session! Bring your instrument and a music stand, and if you have sheet music to share, feel free to bring that along as well. Come enjoy an afternoon of live music and camaraderieâletâs make some beautiful sounds together!

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Cardmaking

Grab a spot before they're gone for this incredibly popular cardmaking class. You'll learn to make your own homemade greeting cards using a variety of rubber stamping and paper crafting techniques, guided by instructor Lou Smolinski. By the end of class, you'll have a h......More

Grab a spot before they're gone for this incredibly popular cardmaking class. You'll learn to make your own homemade greeting cards using a variety of rubber stamping and paper crafting techniques, guided by instructor Lou Smolinski. By the end of class, you'll have a handcrafted masterpiece that you may just want to keep for yourself! This class fills up fast and does not disappoint

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Games and Open Crafting

Calling all early birds! Meet up with us on Tuesday mornings for some coffee, comradery, gaming, and crafting! We have a variety of board games, playing cards, American and Chinese Mahjong sets, puzzles, and craft supplies to choose from. This is also a great time t......More

Calling all early birds! Meet up with us on Tuesday mornings for some coffee, comradery, gaming, and crafting! We have a variety of board games, playing cards, American and Chinese Mahjong sets, puzzles, and craft supplies to choose from. This is also a great time to bring your own supplies, games, and projects from home to work on while hanging out with great people and starting your day off right. *Doors will not open until 9:30 a.m. as the Senior Center will be closed for a staff meeting prior to that time. Thank you for your understanding.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Community Dining

DuPage Senior Citizens Council will serve hot, nutritional meals to senior citizens 60+ on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at Downers Grove Township Center, 4341 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove. Come enjoy lunch while socializing with others in our commu......More

DuPage Senior Citizens Council will serve hot, nutritional meals to senior citizens 60+ on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at Downers Grove Township Center, 4341 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove. Come enjoy lunch while socializing with others in our community. Meals are a suggested donation of $5.  Register by noon, the Wednesday prior, at 630-642-8517.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Ageless Agility

This unique fitness class is fun, interactive, and will challenge you on a whole new level!  Taught by Hustle Fitness owner Chris Jakubiak, Ageless Agility uses a variety of calisthenic movements that improve your core strength, stamina, and balance, while playing the ......More

This unique fitness class is fun, interactive, and will challenge you on a whole new level!  Taught by Hustle Fitness owner Chris Jakubiak, Ageless Agility uses a variety of calisthenic movements that improve your core strength, stamina, and balance, while playing the kind of hype music that keeps you feeling motivated and strong.  Classes usually contain a mix of individual movements as well as partner-based exercises and whole group activities.  *Please note that this is an advanced-level fitness class and is not a good fit for those looking for chair based or stationary exercise..  Each class is 35 minutes long.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Games, Cards, Ping Pong, and More!

Games, Ping Pong, and Puzzles, oh my! If you're looking for a fun afternoon with a dash of friendly competition, join us for afternoon games! Whether you prefer to play board games with a group, ping pong with the regulars, or "socially introvert" by working on a puzz......More

Games, Ping Pong, and Puzzles, oh my! If you're looking for a fun afternoon with a dash of friendly competition, join us for afternoon games! Whether you prefer to play board games with a group, ping pong with the regulars, or "socially introvert" by working on a puzzle, we have something for everybody.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Morning Chair Yoga

Join us for a gentle exercise class that focuses on stretching and strengthening! This session features both seated and standing chair yoga postures, designed to enhance your flexibility, mobility, relaxation skills, balance, and coordination. Experience the bene......More

Join us for a gentle exercise class that focuses on stretching and strengthening! This session features both seated and standing chair yoga postures, designed to enhance your flexibility, mobility, relaxation skills, balance, and coordination. Experience the benefits of mindful movement in a supportive environment! MKH Yoga presents this class.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Alan and Jimmy Community Dining (Holiday Songs)

During Community Dining, enjoy music from a time when we were young and the music was great. Alan and Jimmy played 60âs music in high school and college. They took a long ( 38 year) break to focus on family and careers but now they are back, providing entertainment to s......More

During Community Dining, enjoy music from a time when we were young and the music was great. Alan and Jimmy played 60âs music in high school and college. They took a long ( 38 year) break to focus on family and careers but now they are back, providing entertainment to seniors during Community Dining!

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Community Dining

DuPage Senior Citizens Council will serve hot, nutritional meals to senior citizens 60+ on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at Downers Grove Township Center, 4341 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove. Come enjoy lunch while socializing with others in our commu......More

DuPage Senior Citizens Council will serve hot, nutritional meals to senior citizens 60+ on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at Downers Grove Township Center, 4341 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove. Come enjoy lunch while socializing with others in our community. Meals are a suggested donation of $5.  Register by noon, the Wednesday prior, at 224-580-1330. 

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

BINGO

BINGO- 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:30-2:00pm. Bring your good luck and join us for some fun!  We will also celebrate monthly birthdays with a dessert treat.  Sponsored by Clemens Enterprises and Friends For Downers Grove Township Seniors.  Call 630-719-6670......More

BINGO- 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12:30-2:00pm. Bring your good luck and join us for some fun!  We will also celebrate monthly birthdays with a dessert treat.  Sponsored by Clemens Enterprises and Friends For Downers Grove Township Seniors.  Call 630-719-6670 to register. 

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Chair Yoga

Join us for a stretching and strengthening gentle exercise class that will include seated and standing chair yoga postures. Improve your flexibility and mobility and improve relaxation skills, while improving balance and coordination. Presented by MKH Yoga.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Men's Coffee and Conversation

Come be a part of Coffee and Conversation, an exclusive gathering for men! Enjoy a warm cup of coffee while engaging in lively discussions on topics that matter to youâfrom sports and hobbies to personal experiences and current events. This is a great opportunity to con......More

Come be a part of Coffee and Conversation, an exclusive gathering for men! Enjoy a warm cup of coffee while engaging in lively discussions on topics that matter to youâfrom sports and hobbies to personal experiences and current events. This is a great opportunity to connect with other guys, share your thoughts, and build camaraderie in a relaxed setting. Whether youâre here to chat or listen, your voice is welcome.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

COOKIES AND COCOA RECIPE SWAP

Get your favorite cookie recipes ready to swap!  For December's recipe swap we will be enjoying hot cocoa and cookies provided by the Township while you share your all-time favorite cookie recipes with the group.  As always, we will invite you to talk about the recipe......More

Get your favorite cookie recipes ready to swap!  For December's recipe swap we will be enjoying hot cocoa and cookies provided by the Township while you share your all-time favorite cookie recipes with the group.  As always, we will invite you to talk about the recipes you bring, why it's special to you, and if your cookie recipe is part related to a favorite memory or family tradition, or if you just like it because it's easy and tastes great! Each participant is asked to bring between 1 and 3 cookie recipes.  Copies will be made by staff during the program so that each participant will leave with a book full of new recipes to go home and try.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Card Games Galore

Whether you're a pro at Hearts or curious about games like Euchre, Five Crowns, or Skyjo, there's a seat at the table for you. This is a great chance to learn a new game or enjoy an old favorite with friends. The room will be all about cardsâjust bring your curiosity an......More

Whether you're a pro at Hearts or curious about games like Euchre, Five Crowns, or Skyjo, there's a seat at the table for you. This is a great chance to learn a new game or enjoy an old favorite with friends. The room will be all about cardsâjust bring your curiosity and your game face!  (This is not an instructional class!  It is designated time to play the card game of your choice with friends.)

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Games, Cards, Ping Pong, and More!

Games, Ping Pong, and Puzzles, oh my! If you're looking for a fun afternoon with a dash of friendly competition, join us for afternoon games! Whether you prefer to play board games with a group, ping pong with the regulars, or "socially introvert" by working on a puzz......More

Games, Ping Pong, and Puzzles, oh my! If you're looking for a fun afternoon with a dash of friendly competition, join us for afternoon games! Whether you prefer to play board games with a group, ping pong with the regulars, or "socially introvert" by working on a puzzle, we have something for everybody.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Popcorn Matinee: Elf

Join us for a fun and festive Popcorn Matinee featuring the beloved holiday comedy Elf, starring Will Ferrell! Follow Buddy the Elf, a human raised at the North Pole, as he travels to New York City in search of his real fatherâand spreads Christmas spirit along the wa......More

Join us for a fun and festive Popcorn Matinee featuring the beloved holiday comedy Elf, starring Will Ferrell! Follow Buddy the Elf, a human raised at the North Pole, as he travels to New York City in search of his real fatherâand spreads Christmas spirit along the way. This heartwarming and hilarious movie is sure to make you laugh and get you into the holiday mood.  Weâll provide the freshly-popped movie theater popcorn.  All you need to bring is yourself and your holiday cheerâand donât forget to wear your most fun and festive holiday apparel! Sweaters, socks, pajamas, and holiday headbands are all encouraged. Letâs celebrate the season together with laughter, snacks, and--best of all---good friends.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Gingerbread House Decorating Seminar

Celebrate the magic of the season at our Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop! Step into a winter wonderland of fun as you build and decorate your very own gingerbread house. Weâll provide everything you needâfrom the frosting âglueâ to the gumdrop shinglesâso all you ......More

Celebrate the magic of the season at our Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop! Step into a winter wonderland of fun as you build and decorate your very own gingerbread house. Weâll provide everything you needâfrom the frosting âglueâ to the gumdrop shinglesâso all you have to bring is your imagination!  Jason Weibel from Lacey Creek Supportive Living sponsors this incredibly fun event.

4341 Saratoga Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA