The Cary Park District’s senior programming is held at the Community Center located at 255 Briargate Road, Cary. Registration for programs is accepted online at carypark.com and at the Community Center. For more information on senior programming, please call the Cary Park District at 847-639-6100.
Activities in September
Bingo at the Community Center
Join us on select Fridays throughout the month for various Bingo events. On Friday, September 6 between 10:00 am-12:30 pm, we will be holding Birthday Bingo at the Community Center. This event is free to attend. The Community Center is located at 255 Briargate Road, Cary.
Armchair Traveler
Spend a couple of hours on an epic adventure. Experience all the sights, sounds, and culture and never leave your seat. On Tuesday, September 10, we will travel to Germany. Join us from 11:30 am–1:30 pm at the Community Center for this exhilarating presentation. Registration is required. The Community Center is located at 255 Briargate Road, Cary.
Souper Duper Friday
Enjoy a delicious bowl of soup and bingo on Friday, September 13. Bingo begins at 10:00 am and is $2 per bingo card. During the break, we will have free soup to enjoy. You must register to attend. Souper Duper Fridays are sponsored by The Pointe at Eastgate. The Community Center is located at 255 Briargate Road, Cary.
Lunch Out Group
Join the Cary Park District for lunch and great socialization at area restaurants. On Tuesday, September 24, we will be dining at Firkin in Libertyville. You may take the Cary Park District bus or drive on your own and meet the group at the restaurant. The bus ride costs $5 for Cary Park District residents and $6 for non-residents, and will depart from the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary at 11:15 am. Meals are ordered off the menu and each participant pays for their own. The group will return to the Community Center at approximately 2:00 pm. Whether you are taking the bus or meeting at the restaurant, registration through the Park District is required to be included in the overall reservation count.
Cowboy Lunch & Bingo
Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! Indulge in a fiesta of make your own tacos, rice, beans, nachos, and “cow pies and haystacks” for dessert. Afterwards play 8-game bingo. This event is held Friday, September 20 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary. Registration is $15 for Cary Park District residents and $17 for non-residents. The registration deadline is September 13 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Chicago Architecture Tour
Experience the captivating Architecture River Tour as it navigates the three branches of the Chicago River, offering stunning vistas of the city’s renowned skyscrapers and landmarks at every twist and turn. Discover over 40 landmarks such as the Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, and Marina City, while listening to fascinating tales of Chicago’s architects and engineers behind these remarkable structures. Following the tour we will dine at Hackney’s on Lake in Glenview for lunch. Transportation is by Park District bus from the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary to Barrington. From Barrington we will be taking a coach bus to Chicago. This trip is held on Tuesday, October 8 from 8:15 am – 4:00 pm. Registration is $136 for Cary Park District residents and $141 for non-residents. Registration deadline is September 24 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Blood Pressure Checks
Friday, September 6
8:30 am consultation / 9:30 am blood pressure checks
Receive a FREE blood pressure check provided by a registered nurse. No appointment necessary.
Book Club
Thursday, September 12
10:00 – 11:00 am
This month, we will discuss the book ‘The Judge’s List’ by John Grisham.
Cary Canaries Glee Club
Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17, and 24
10:00-11:15 am
Chair Yoga
Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17, and 24
9:00 – 10:00 am
Craft Club
Thursday, September 12
10:00 – 11:30 am
Mah Jongg Club
Tuesday September 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 12:30 – 3:00 pm
Wednesday, September 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Movie & TV Club
Bring your lunch and get ready to watch a favorite movie or show. You must register to attend.
Thursday, September 26
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Clubs and Blood Pressure Checks are all located at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary.