50+ Programs

Bingo & Lunch To-Go
On the first and third Tuesdays of each month, enjoy playing bingo and catching up with friends. Participants will be provided a boxed lunch to take home. Space is limited for in-person bingo, so if you register but cannot attend, please email or fill out the refund request to let us know. $10 per bingo day. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; you must be registered the Friday before BINGO to be guaranteed lunch and to participate in BINGO. You must attend BINGO in order to receive a lunch.

Tuesdays • 1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 2/17, 3/3, 3/17, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 • 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • Harris Center

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Thursday Movie Nights

Movie nights are back! Join us for a movie and pizza on select Thursday nights at 5:30pm! More movie suggestions are welcome! $10 (includes pizza). Please register by the Wednesday prior at 5 p.m.

1/8 - Fantastic 4

2/19 - The Roses

3/19 - The Thicket

4/16 - Ford vs. Ferrari

5/21 - Kinds of Kindness

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Munch and Mingle Lunch Club
Get together with other adults 50+ and make some new friends as we gather on select Wednesday afternoons each month for lunch at a local restaurant. Participants must provide their own transportation and cover the cost of lunch. Senior discounts may apply at some restaurants. Please register by 5 p.m. on the Tuesday prior so reservations can be made for the group.

• January: Karvelas Pizza Co.
• February: Southern Greens
• March: IHOP
• April: Sam's Southern Eatery
• May: Roni's Mac Bar

Wednesday • 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/22, 5/13 • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Read and Reflect Book Club
Read and Reflect Book Club meets at the Harris Center and via Zoom on the last Tuesday of each month to discuss a selected book. Most books are available for check out at the Auburn Public Library, located at 749 East Thach Avenue. Please call 334-501-3190 or use the library link at auburnalabama.org to reserve your copy today. Email Trevor to be added to the Read and Reflect email list. A Zoom link will be sent to the Read and Reflect email list. FREE to the public.

• January: The Story She Left Behind - by Patti Callahan Henry
• February: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store - by James McBride
• March: My Friends - by Fredrik Backman
• April: Theo of Golden - by Levi Allen
• May: The Satapur Moonstone - by Sujata Massey

Tuesdays • 1/27, 2/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/26 • 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. • Harris Center

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Food for Thought: Breakfast and Speaker Series
On selected Tuesdays this fall, join us for a FREE breakfast and entertaining speaker. Must register in advance. FREE to the public. Speakers will be posted in the Senior Connection Newsletter.

Tuesdays • 1/27, 2/24, 3/31, 4/28, 5/26 • 9:00-10:00 a.m. • Harris Center

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Get Out and Go! Local Adventure Club
Join us throughout the quarter as we venture out to take advantage of the local sights and activities! Participants must provide their own transportation to each location. Look for directions and more details in the Senior Connection newsletter each month. Please register in advance.

• February 26th • Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street-Talkback After Show! $14 per person
• March 13th • Ann Pearson Park Picnic $5 per person
• April 23rd • Sourdough Bread Baking Class $TBD
• May 28th • Auburn Opelika Experience FREE

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Cookbook Club
A cookbook club is a combination of a lot of good things. It is kind of like a book club, kind of like a potluck dinner, but together. Everyone gets to try new foods and talk about it. Stop by the Harris Center to browse the cookbook and pick out your recipe. You will bring your dish for everyone to sample and discuss. Please make enough for ten people.

Spring Cookbook: TBD

Friday, January 9th from 11:30am-12pm

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

NEW! Piece Finders Puzzle Club

Join our Puzzle Club, meeting on the first and third Wednesday of each month! Enjoy a relaxed, Adults 50+ social setting as we work together on fun and challenging puzzles. We provide the puzzles, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Puzzle tables are available to help you work on and store your work. All skill levels are welcome, and snacks are provided. Come for the fun, stay for the friendship! FREE.

Wednesdays • 1/7, 1/21, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1, 4/15, 5/6, 5/20 • 1-3pm • Harris Center

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Brain Busters Trivia Hour
Come to the Harris Center on the last Friday of each month for trivia! Each month brings fresh categories and 7 rounds of varied trivia questions on topics such as history, math, science, pop culture, and more. The top team will win a small prize each month! Form a team of up to 5 people, or if you don't have a team, we'll match you with others on the day of the event. Join us for an afternoon of fun and competition! FREE.

Fridays • 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, 5/29 • 2-3:30 p.m. • The Harris Center

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

NEW! Bargains & Bites
Join us for a fun-filled senior outing featuring delicious lunch and a thrift shopping adventure! We'll start the day with a tasty meal at a local favorite spot, perfect for relaxing and socializing. Then, we'll hit up a selection of unique thrift stores where you can hunt for vintage treasures, stylish bargains, and one-of-a-kind finds. It's a perfect mix of food, fashion, and fun. Don't miss this chance to eat, shop, and make great memories together! Free. Bring money for lunch and shopping.

January 28th - 10:30am-1pm :

Lunch at Country’s Barbecue

Thrift at Salvation Army

March 25th - 10:30am-1pm :

Lunch at Laredo's

Thrift at Goodwill

May 27th - 10:30am-1pm :

Lunch at Waldo's Chicken & Beer *subject to change

Thrift at Angel's Antiques

Contact: Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Memory Screening
As part of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's National Memory Screening Initiative, we offer free, confidential memory screenings on the first Tuesday of each month starting at 2:30pm. These screening use the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a widely recognized tool designed to evaluate memory, attention, and cognitive function. Each session is quick, taking approximately 10-15 minutes, and is conducted in a supportive and private setting by trained facilitators.

Our program is ideal for adults aged 50 and older who wish to take a proactive approach to their cognitive health. While not a diagnostic tool, the screening provides an opportunity to identify potential cognitive issues early and refer participants to primary care physicians for further evaluation if necessary. Join us to take the first step toward better brain health and learn more about maintaining cognitive wellness. FREE.

Thursdays • 2/5, 3/5, 4/2 • 2-4pm • Harris Center

Contact: Brian Kim • briankim1229@gmail.com or Trevor Culligan • (334) 501-2948 • tculligan@auburnal.gov

Medicare 101
This class will help seniors better understand their options as they become eligible for Medicare benefits. instructor will also give simple, straightforward answers to their questions. Registration is required. FREE

Mondays • TBD • 3-4pm • Harris Center

Contact: Sam Duffield • (334) 523-6012 • samduffield22@gmail.com