Stop by the Active Adults & Community Center for a warm cup of coffee and conversation. A great way to start your day! 

Date: Monday - Thursday
Time:  8 - 9 AM
Location: Community Center Lounge

It's Pinochle time! Pinochle is a lively card game full of strategy, teamwork, and just the right amount of friendly competition to keep things fun!

Date: Mondays
Time:  1 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room

Bring your favorite craft to work on while socializing, laughing, and having fun. 

Date: Tuesdays
Time:  1 - 4 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room

Join us for a game of Mahjong! Mahjong is a classic tile-based game that combines strategy, skill, and a bit of luck.

Date: Tuesdays
Time:  1 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room

Join us for a Hand and Foot card game. Enjoy friendly competition while making new friends. 

Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 1 - 4 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Deal into the Weekend with a 7's Card Game!

Date: Fridays, December 5 & 26
Time: 12 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room or Lounge Area
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Bring your own Diamond Dot art project and create with the group. Never created a Diamond Dot? Learn how to from the group. Diamond Dots is a fun way to create art and is sure to keep you coming back each week. Materials not provided by CVPRD.

Date: Thursdays
Time: 1 - 4 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Enjoy coffee, conversation, and camaraderie with other veterans.

Date: Fridays
Time: 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

NEW TIME! Join us for a lively discussion about the book of the month. Books selected are from a variety of genres, both fiction and non-fiction. The program is in partnership with the High Plains Library District, Carbon Valley Branch. 

Date: First Tuesday of the Month, December 2
Time: 10 - 11 AM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Create a custom holiday ornament using a variety of acrylic paint colors and your imagination. Registration in advance required, space is limited.

Date: Monday, December 1
Time: 12 - 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us for an afternoon movie and some freshly popped popcorn!

Date: Friday, December 5 - "Polar Express"
Time: 1 PM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

CVPRD and the High Plains Library District Outreach team have partnered to bring a little bit of the Library to you! Library lobby stops will occur the first and third Tuesday of each month. Librarians will bring books, help you reserve books, recommend books and more. Stop by the Community Center to learn more about this program. 

Date: Tuesday,  December 2 & 16
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us for highlights of our Active Adult programming and a guided tour of the Rec Center.  Learn about the benefits of your SilverSneakers or Renew Active/One Pass membership along with fitness classes offered. Tour includes a brief overview of how to properly use the circuit and cardio machines.  Free for SilverSneakers, Renew Active Members. Registration in advance required.

Date: Monday, December 8
Time: 1 - 2 PM
Location: Rec Center
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 2 - Movement and walking

We're transitioning Coffee with Dean to a quarterly chat to provide more meaningful District updates and conversations. In the meantime, keep an eye out for Director's updates in upcoming newsletters!

Date: Monday, December 8
Time: 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Exertion level: 1 - mostly sitting

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s the perfect time to bring some cheer. For December’s White Elephant Bingo bring a gift that’s guaranteed to make everyone laugh! Think something silly, quirky, or totally unexpected. Let’s take a break from the Holiday chaos and share some big holiday laughs! Gifts can be wrapped or unwrapped. Game rules and details will be shared before the first game begins.

Date: Friday, December 12
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Swing by to have your blood pressure checked by trained professionals. It's a great opportunity to stay on top of your health and say "hi" to our local first responders. Registration not required.

Date: Thursday, December 18
Time: 11:30 AM - 12 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Need help with a cell phone, tablet or computer? Bring your device in and our friendly folks from High Plains Library will help you navigate your device. Held on the 3rd Monday of the month unless that date falls on a holiday. 

Date: Third Monday of the month, Monday, December 15
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

A wonderful way to get a tough job finished! In a single, easy and enjoyable session, you'll complete a will, living will, medical power of attorney, financial power of attorney and more, all with the help of licensed attorney, Rebecca L. Bennetti and her staff. Couples must register separately. Registration required by November 14, 2025

Exertion level: 1 - mostly sitting.

Date: January 2026 - Date To Be Determined
Time:  12:30 - 4:30PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: $168 District / $252 Non-District

Ever wondered how beads come together to create beautiful jewelry and art? Join fellow older adults as volunteer Barb guides you through the basics of beading and unique beading techniques. All supplies are provided—feel free to bring your own beads or use those that are provided. Registration suggested, not required.

Date: Monday, January 26
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: No cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us for our January Social with Sarah! More details to come!

Date: Monday, January 5
Time: 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting