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, October 3, 17, 24; November 7 & 28
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

Create a beautiful wreath resembling magnolia leaves using old book pages. Perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to your home. All supplies provided by the library. No previous art experience necessary. Registration in advance required, space is limited.

Date: Monday, November 3
Time: 12 - 2 PM
Location: Community Center - Craft Room
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us for a heartwarming afternoon focused on connection, reflection, and gratitude. In this special edition of Social with Sarah, we’ll share what we’re thankful for and celebrate the joys—big and small—that make life meaningful. Expect thoughtful conversation, light refreshments, and a few fun activities to spark creativity and appreciation. Come ready to connect, reflect, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.

Date: Monday, November 3
Time: 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join Christina Clark, financial services professional, for a class on the basics of Medicare. This class includes how to get started enrolling in Medicare as it is a lengthy process as well as many options that Medicare has to offer. Registration in advance suggested.

Date: Monday, November 10 at 12 PM OR Tuesday, November 11 at 9 AM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
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,  November 4 & 18
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
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, November 4
Time: 10 - 11 AM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

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

Date: Friday, November 7 - "Interstellar"
Time: 1 PM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
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, November 13
Time: 11:30 AM - 12 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Drop in for a lively afternoon of Bingo with a giving-season twist! This November, bring a non-expired pantry item to contribute as a prize and help fill our community’s shelves with kindness. It’s a fun way to play, win, and give back at the same time. Game rules and details will be shared before the first game begins.

Date: Friday, November 14
Time: 1 - 3 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, November 17
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

85% of adults wish to remain living at home as long as possible. This reality can be achieved if home safety solutions are in place. Through this presentation we'll look at the most common areas of the home that pose a threat to safety: Entrances and exits; levels and stairs; bathrooms; and anywhere else transfers take place. Lyndsey with Lifeway Mobility will discuss tools, equipment and tricks to keep your home from feeling like an obstacle course and returning it to a comfortable and safe haven. Registration in advance required. 

Date: Monday, November 17
Time: Noon - 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
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: Wednesday, November 19
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

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 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