Events – Durham Center for Senior Life | Nonprofit Organization

Events

Main Center: 406 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham NC 27701

All classes and programs are offered free of charge to Durham County residents 55+.

For new participants, please schedule a tour to become a member.

Durham School for the Arts:
Jazz Club Performance

Monday, April 1st

12:15pm – 1:00pm | Lower Commons

Enjoy jazz old favorites and contemporary hits from our friends at Durham School for the Arts. No registration required.

Stroke Peer Support Group

April 1st (First Monday of the month)

1:00pm – 2:30pm | Volunteer Room

This monthly group led by a stroke survivor is designed to provide information and resources and to offer others a chance to share their experiences. No registration required.

Moving Your Parents

Monday, April 8th

12:30pm – 1:30pm | Theater

Join this workshop to learn what five mistakes to avoid when moving your parents & how you can start preparing now for life changes. Presented by Certified Senior Housing Professional, Tracy Drakeford-Pierce. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

Grief Support Group
Fellowship Potluck

Tuesday, April 9th

1:00pm – 2:30pm | Classroom

This fellowship and potluck is designed to allow people experiencing grief to share their stories and a meal. All are welcome. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

UNC School of Dentistry
Oral Hygiene Presentation

Wednesday, April 10th

9:30am – 10:30am | Theater

UNC School of Dentistry students will share information about oral health and its connection to overall health. Please call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

End-of-Life Doula Presentation

Friday, April 12th

10:00am – 11:00am | Theater

End-of-Life Doula, Jane Dornemann, will explain how doulas help patients and their families navigate the dying process, from designing your dying space to educating caretakers on what to expect and how to prepare. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

Aging with Pride

April 12th & 26th (Second and Last Fridays)

2:15pm-3:15pm | DCSL Classroom

Social group for LGBTQ+ older adults. Interested in receiving updates on DCSL’s Aging with Pride programs? Contact Noah Penny: npenny@dcslnc.org | (919) 688-8247 ext. 114

Painting with Police

Wednesday, April 17th

12:30pm – 3:00pm | Art Studio

Socialize and paint with Durham Police Officers. A painting teacher will lead an afternoon workshop designed for all levels. Supplies will be provided. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register. Limited to 10 participants.

Volunteer Appreciation Lunch

Wednesday, April 17th

3:00pm– 4:30pm | Exercise Room

Active DCSL volunteers are invited to enjoy an afternoon all about celebrating your contributions to DCSL. Open to active volunteers only. Please call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register by Tuesday, April 9th at 12:00pm.

Volunteer Network: Speaker Series

Reality Ministries

Thursday, April 18th

12:30pm – 1:30pm | 406 Café

Build community with volunteers from other organizations and learn about volunteer opportunities around Durham. Sponsored by OLLI. In partnership with Americorp RSVP. Light refreshments will be served. Please call 919-688-8247 ext 110 to register.

Duke University Postdoctoral Association Research Presentation

Friday, April 19th

10:00am – 11:00am | Theater

The Duke University Postdoctoral Association will offer interactive presentations on diverse talks. Talks this month include: “From messages to medicine: An introduction to RNA. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

Monthly Member Check-In

Tuesday, April 23rd

12:30 PM | Lower Commons

Stay connected with center updates from DCSL staff. Please share your thoughts and give us feedback on how we are doing. No registration is necessary.

Monthly Birthday Celebration

Wednesday, April 24th

12:30 PM | Lower Commons.

Join us to celebrate DCSL participants born in April! Please call to register: 919-688-8247 ext. 110.

Scams and Fraud Presentation

By The Durham County Library

Thursday, April 25th

10:00 am – 11:00 am | Theater

According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost nearly $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022. Protect yourself and your personal information from being a victim of a scam! We will go over a few common scams, what to look for to identify a scam, and what do to if you have been scammed. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

Senior Legal Advisor Presentation:
Fraud Against Seniors

Monday, April 29th

12:30pm – 1:30pm | Theater

Certified Senior Advisor, Rick Messemer, will share more information about issues legal issues of interest to Seniors. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

Beginning Watercolor (6 weeks)

Thursdays (April 18th – May 23rd)

1:00pm – 3:00pm | Art Room

Interested in learning to paint? Sign up for this beginner class with instructor Marie Crock. Limit 12 students. Call 919-688-8247 ext. 110 to register.

About Us

The Durham Center for Senior Life is a nonprofit organization and is designated by the State of North Carolina as a Center of Excellence.

Hours

Monday – Thursday

8:30am – 7:30pm

Friday:

8:30am – 5:00pm

Saturday & Sunday:

Closed

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Durham Center for Senior Life
406 Rigsbee Ave.
Suite 202
Durham, NC 27701

Phone: 919-688-8247
Fax: 919-683-3406

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