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, February 6, 20, & 27
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

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, March 30
Time: 1 - 2 PM
Location: Rec Center
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 2 - Movement and walking

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

Date: Friday, April 3 - "Hop"
Time: 1 PM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Create custom tile coasters as gifts or home decor using a Cricut machine and infusible vinyl paper. All supplies and guided instruction provided. Registration in advance required, space is limited.

Date: Monday, April 6
Time: Noon - 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

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, April 7
Time: 10 - 11 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,  April 7 & 21
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM 
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Have questions about your devices? The High Plains Library District Outreach Librarians will be on-site to help! Bring your smartphone, tablet, or computer and get hands-on assistance with everything from apps to troubleshooting common issues. Same great program as before, but a new day and time.

Date: First Tuesday of the month, Tuesday, April 7
Time: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft 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: Second Thursday of each month, April 9 *pending availability of FFFD*
Time: 11:30 AM - 12 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us for our White Elephant Bingo! Bring a new or gently used item to add to our festive prize table, wrapped or unwrapped (surprise factor optional!) Then join fellow patrons for lively rounds of bingo, laughter and a little friendly chaos. All rules and guidelines will be shared before the first game begins. Registration in advance not required.

Date: Friday, April 10
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Location: Community Center, Community Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

Join us to discuss "Spring Stories & Shared Wisdom" a guided discussion social that encourages participants to share life experiences, favorite memories, practical tips, and thoughtful perspectives inspired by the theme of renewal, growth, and fresh starts. This social will have you talking, laughing, reflecting, and connecting. Registration in advance not required.

Date: Monday, April 20
Time: 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 1 - mostly sitting

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, March 30, April 27
Time: 1 - 3 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 April 24, 2026.

Exertion level: 1 - mostly sitting.

Date: Wednesday, April 29
Time:  12:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: $168 District , $252 Non-District

Join us this month for a helpful Senior Safety session covering fall prevention tips, kitchen fire safety, and a simple home safety checklist. Learn practical ways to stay safe and confident at home. Presented by Frederick FIreston FIre District. No cost to register. Registration in advance required as space is limited.

Date: Thursday, April 30
Time: 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Location: Community Center, Craft Room
Cost: no cost
Exertion Level: 2 - Some movement

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, To Be Determined
Time: 2 PM
Location: Community Center, Lounge Area
Exertion level: 1 - mostly sitting