HBCOA 714.374.1524 • SENIOR CENTER IN CENTRAL PARK 714.536.5600 • HOAG HEALTH & WELLNESS PAVILION 714.374.1578 • TRANSPORTATION 714.374.1742
Activities & Events
Social, Community and Holiday Activities/Events for 2024
Working with the staff of the Senior Center in Central Park, the HBCOA present an array of social activities and events designed to make an Active Aging lifestyle fun and enjoyable. The list is the most current events we have to offer. Check back again for more exciting events coming soon.
February 2, 2023 General HBCOA Board meeting at which Fire Chief Scott Haberle and Police Chief Eric Para gave presentations to the Board of Directors. The meeting took place at the Senior Center.
Hoag Screening
Blood Pressure Screenings
Wednesday, September 4th & Friday, September 20th 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Walk-ins Only. No Appointment Required.
Memory Screenings
Wednesday, September 11th
Wednesday, September 18th
Memory Screenings are $45
Appointment Required, Call 949-764-6288
Lecture: Medical Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage
Thursday, September 12th 9:30am - 10:30am
How to Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment
Thursday, September 19th, 10:00am - 11:00am
Registration Recommended 714-536-5600.
Hoag Lectures
Hoag Lectures occur twice a month, second and third Thursdays, 9:30 AM. Please check the Outlook for lecture information or call the Front Desk at 714-536-5600.
Wednesday Walkers, Every Wedneday at 8:30am
Join the MOVEMENT at the Senior Center in Central Park. It's as easy as one two!
STEP ONE: The program takes place every Wednesday at 8:30am. Participants will meet at the Senior Center and then walk either a 30-minuite or 1 hour loop throughout Central Park.
STEP TWO: Show up each Wednesday morning wearing comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes. Let's get healthy together!
For more information, contact the front desk at 714.536.5600
Casual Hiking Group
*Easy Local Hikes Year-Round*
Looking to hike locally with friends? Then joinour Casual Hiking Group and meet people who enjoy the outdoors and the sounds of nature. If you’re interested please visit our front desk and ask to be put on the interest list. Each week the volunteer instructor will reach out to participants with details about the hike of the week! This is more of a social club, not a class, and an email address is required.
Difficult Discussions, Opening Workshop (1st Thursday of Aug. - Nov.
Meaningful Conversations About What Matters
HBCOA and Community Partners present a series of informative & interactive workshops to help us positively open up about sensitive topics related to aging. Lead by expert facilitators, participants will learn & practice in small groups, how & when to have important & meaningful discussions about:
- Cognitive & Mental Health changes
- End of Life Planning
- Driving & Safety
- Care Options
Specific topics follow on the 1st Thursdays of August, September, October, and November. Free 5-6:30pm
Older adults, spouses, adult children, and friends are welcome. Attendance of the 1st meeting is highly recommended.
Space is Limited!
Sign up for one workshop or all of them. Register in person at the Travel & Resource Room or call 714-374-1572
Huntington Beach Fishing & Recreation Club
The Huntington Beach Fishing and Recreation Club (HBFRC) is looking for new members. The Fishing Club is all about fishing, camaraderie and haaving fun. We have male and femaile members of all ages. We fish in local freshwater lakes, the Sierras, saltwater bays, surf and the open ocean as well as Mexico, Canada and Alaska. Some members don't fish but enjoy the social activities, brunches at restaurants, Potluck lunches, Fish Fry's, Darts in the Park and more. There is a small yearly membership fee to participate. We have a very active calendar with scheduled activities every week. Best of all there is nothing about politics and no drama. We would like to invite you to attend one of our monthly meeting at the HB Senior Center in Central Park on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00am sharp, so come early and see first-hand what it's all about. If you would like additional information, please contact our President Larry Schiel (714) 421-3424 or email ljschiel@gmail.com
Drum Circle
Join Lee Kix and the drum circle community this month. Bring your own drum or borrow one of Lee’s. All are welcome and this is a free activity that takes place in our Parkview Room!
Also, we want to give a huge thank you to the HBCOA for sponsoring this free activity!
September 10th
October 8th
November 12th
December 10th
Class begins at 12:30pm and takes place in the Parkview room. No RSVP is required and you may bring your own drum or borrow one from the instructor.
Also, we want to give a huge thank you to the HBCOA for sponsoring this free activity
Bulbs Wednesday, September 11th, 9am to 10:30am
Handy Crafters Boutique Sale & Demos: Saturday, September 14th, 10am to 1pm, Active Living Expo
Room: EMG 1
Sale: Shop for yourself or for someone else! Items for sale may include: jar openers, scrubbies, towel holders, purses, stuffed animals , baby clothes, booties, beanies, and so much more!
Demos: HandyCrafter volunteers will also be providing knitting and crocheting demos during the sale. Be sure to stop by to not only purchase items, but to also appreciate all the hard work that goes into making each item, and maybe learn something new!
All proceeds help support Senior Center activities and Holiday Home Delivered Meals. Transactions are cash or check only
2024 Active Living Expo - Saturday, September 14th, 10am - 1pm
The Senior Center in Central Park and Huntington Beach Council on Aging are once again offering one of the largest, most exciting, and informative events in the community. The Active Living Expo provides visitors with vital resources and local community connections. Over 60 booths will be available along with door prizes, giveaways, entertainment, food, and more. Join us for a fun day in the park!
Parking will be at the Senior Center and overflow parking will be at the Central Library. Shuttles will be available from the Central Library.
Thank you to our title sponsor, Hoag!
18041 Goldenwest St. 714-536-5600 www.HBCOA.org
Travel, Trips and, Tours
The Travel and Trips team is very excited to welcome you for all the fun and adventure traveling. We can’t wait to get you traveling again!
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