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Pittsfield Township Community/Senior Center

701 W. Ellsworth Rd.

Ann Arbor 48108

734-822-2117

pittsfield-mi.gov/seniors


Monday, 8am-5pm

Tuesday-Friday, 8am-4pm 

The Fun Begins at 50!


Parks & Recreation

734-822-2120


Weather Hotline

734-822-3160


Rich Wade

Parks & Recreation Director


Kim McIntire

Recreation Manager


Jason Dane

Recreation Coordinator


Stacie Jackson

Adult Program Specialist


Ashleigh Donahey

Recreation Specialist


Bridget Dixon

Farmers Market Coordinator


Sally Nelson

Recreation Staff


Anissa Bowden

Administrative Assistant



Fall Brochure


We had a blast celebrating 100 birthdays at the National Senior Center Month Cookout

NEW! Technology Education & Assistance

We’re excited to announce a new collaboration with the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Digital Rural Health Corps, University of Michigan Chapter!


AMSA student volunteers will offer technology classes and one-on-one help to make using your smartphone, tablet, computer, and other devices easier and more comfortable.


Check out the following pages for upcoming classes, one-on-one appointments, and registration information.


Have a technology topic you’d like to learn about? Bring your suggestions to one of our November sessions as we plan future winter classes!


Food Drive

As we celebrate the season of gratitude, we invite you to join us in giving back to our community through our Caring & Sharing Food Drive.

From November 1–18, we’ll be collecting donations of:

  • Shelf-stable food items
  • Personal care products
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Adult incontinence products
  • Canned dog and cat food
  • Pet treats

Let’s fill our donation boxes and help make a difference for individuals, families, and pets in our community!


Giving Thanks Bingo Sponsored by Visiting Angels

We’ll wrap up the drive with a fun afternoon of Giving Thanks Bingo, sponsored by Visiting Angels, on Wednesday, November 18, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, community, and gratitude, with special prizes provided by Visiting Angels! Registration is required.


Membership information:



2026 Annual Membership fees are not prorated (Jan 1 - Dec 31).

  • $5 for our Pittsfield Township residents or $10 for non-residents
  • Membership fees are paid once per year.
  • Program registration is required 3x/year starting on 12/1, 3/1 and 8/1.

Community Connection

Scams & Consumer Protection

The State of Michigan Attorney General has a website to learn more about scams and consumer protection laws. Please visit www.michigan.gov/consumerprotection for more details and ways to report scams to the Consumer Protection division.


Michigan SHIP


SHIP Medicare Helpline

248-262-0545


SHIP (the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, formerly called MMAP) is a state-based program that offers local counseling and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries and their families, helping them understand their Medicare coverage options. A counselor is available for individual appointments year-round at the Pittsfield Senior Center. Email seniors@pittsfield-mi.gov or call 734-822-2117. We'll send your info to our MI SHIP Counselor for them to contact you directly.

Age 60+ FREE Transportation in Washtenaw Co

Washtenaw County residents age 60+ can use People's Express for FREE rides within the county. Rides are available Mon - Fri, 5:00am-9:00pm, Sat and Sun, 8:00am-5:00pm. Call 877-214-6073 option 1, AT LEAST three business days in advance. JFS also offers free rides at (734) 769-0209 ext. 305 or fill out this form. You can also find information on the Senior Ride Guide at https://seniorresourceconnectmi.org/senior-ride-guide/

Senior Resource Connect Newsletter

This Catholic Charities Washtenaw Co. newsletter contains insightful information about aging, caregiving, and local resources for older adults and is sent to your inbox each week! Here is the link to sign up, it will ask for your name and email. https://bit.ly/SRCNewsletterSignup



Focus: Hope

Focus: HOPE now offering FREE monthly food distribution on the second Thursday of every month, 11:00-11:30am, in the Senior Center parking lot. This program is for seniors 60+. For additional information, Focus: HOPE can be reached at 313-494-4600. Please register with Focus: Hope to ensure you're updated with distribution date changes when they arise.

Washtenaw Support Network For Caregivers

Caring for a loved one? Want some support? Everyone needs a break from time to time. The Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers is open to anyone who cares for an older adult (age 60+) in your life – be it a parent, spouse, neighbor or anyone else. Contact: 734-998-9352 or email washtenawcaregivers@umich.edu



DaySmart Tools

Did you know you can easily add all your classes into your phone calendar with one click? Login to your DaySmart account and click the Apple or Google icon. Agree to add the .ics file to your phone and voila, all of your upcoming programs are added to your phone and with reminders set, you can get alerts sent to you. No more missed classes!

Not sure if you have class? Login and check your Upcoming Activities.

Programs - Registration Required

Click the program name for a link to more detail and online registration.

Senior Health & Resource Fair

Friday, Oct 23 - 9:00am - 12:00pm - FREE

Mark your calendars for our Annual Health & Resource Fair!  35+ Vendors. Prizes. Drug Take Back Program available. Bring in your old Rx for proper disposal.



Washtenaw Co Health Dept will be administering vaccines including Flu, COVID, PCV and Shingrix barring any delays in shipments. If you plan to receive a vaccination, please stop by the office for your WCHD Registration Form. This form must be completed before receiving a vaccine. Bring your insurance card with you on 10/23 to provide proof of insurance to WCHD.


Insurance plans accepted include Blue Care Network, BCBS, United Healthcare, Medicare Part B + D. WCHD can provide Flu, COVID, PCV, and Shingrix to those without insurance at no cost.

Estate Planning Workshop

Thursday, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm - FREE

Join Terry Bertram, attorney, from Legacy Law Center for an informative workshop on the basics of estate planning. Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, and planning for future care needs. Discover common estate-planning mistakes and steps you can take to help protect your wishes, assets, and loved ones. Bring your questions!

Caregiver Connections - AARP - NEW!

Monday, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm - FREE

Join AARP Ann Arbor for Caregiver Connections, a free community event where caregivers can explore available caregiving resources, learn about local supports, gather helpful information, and connect with others who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving.

Tech Made Easy! Personalized Technology Class - NEW!

Tuesdays, Nov 10 or 17, 1:00 - 1:45pm - FREE

Need a little extra help with your technology? Join us for a friendly, hands-on technology session with pre-medical and medical students from AMSA. Bring your questions and your device—smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other technology—and receive personalized guidance to learn how to use your device with greater confidence in this 45-minute session. Whether you need help navigating your device, using apps, sending emails, accessing online resources, adjusting settings, or learning something new, our student volunteers are here to help. No question is too basic!

Digital-Help Open Hours - NEW!

Fridays, Nov 6, 13 or 20, 12:00 - 1:00pm - FREE

Have a technology question or need help figuring something out? Volunteers from AMSA are here to help! Bring your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other device, along with any questions or tasks you’d like help with. Whether you need help navigating your device, using an app, sending an email, accessing online health resources, adjusting settings, or something more, our volunteers can help you work through your questions and provide one-on-one support based on what you need. If attendance is strong for the November sessions, AMSA will extend these Tech Support Open Hours and Tech classes in the winter term.

Veterans Lunch - FREE

Sponsored by Visiting Angels

Thursday, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Veterans Luncheon Sponsored by Visiting Angels. In honor of our Veterans, join us for lunch celebrating you and a guest. Registration for both attendees is required.

Candle Making Workshop

$65NR/$60R

Wednesday, Nov 4, 6:00 - 8:00pm

 Guided, hands-on candle-making experience. All materials provided. Each participant creates one soy candle. We use 100% soy wax, phthalate-free premium fragrances, and wooden wicks. 

Crafts, Laughs & Helping Hands

Friday, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation hosts a variety of special events throughout the year — and we’d love your help making them a success! For this session, we'll be making decorations for our Under the Sea dance.

Giving Thanks, Bingo!

Sponsored by Visiting Angels

Wednesday, Nov 18, 1:00 - 3:00pm - FREE

Join us for a festive afternoon of bingo, fun and giving back! As we celebrate the season of gratitude. Donations are encouraged but not required to participate.

Learn to Line Dance Nights - 18+

$7 pre-register or $10 at the door

Friday, Nov 6 & 20, 6:00 - 7:30pm

This beginner level drop-in class is for folks new to line dancing. Learn some beginner dance steps then practice the dances to music. We recommend wearing soft soled shoes and bring a water bottle.

Learn to Square & Folk Dance - 18+

$6 pre-register or $10 at the door

Sunday, Nov 8 & 22, 3:00 - 5:00pm

Come folk dancing! Squares, lines, contras. No experience needed, no partner needed. Fun, easy dances. 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. New lessons every week. Drop ins welcome!

Medicare Open Enrollment

Mondays, 12:00pm or 2:00pm

Nov 16 or 30

Individual help for open enrollment appointments is available. Each appointment is 90 minutes. Please only sign up for one 90-minute appt per person. Limited individual appointments may be available outside these special enrollment appointments by emailing seniors@pittsfield-mi.gov. We will send your information to a Michigan SHIP counselor for a referral.

Zumba Sundays

$48NR/$45R - 6 weeks

Sundays, Nov 1-Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun, energetic, and easy-to-follow workout designed to keep you moving and feeling great! Enjoy lively music and simple dance-inspired movements that help improve balance, coordination, flexibility, and overall fitness. No dance experience is needed—just come ready to move at your own pace and have fun in a friendly and supportive environment.

Learn to Play Chinese Mahjong - FREE

Friday, Nov 6, 1:00 - 3:00pm - WAITLIST

Curious about Mahjong? Join our Mahjong guru, Cindy, for a fun, two-hour lesson on the rules and basics of Chinese Mahjong! Space is limited to 8 players.

Tech Townhall with the Next Gen - FREE

Mondays, Nov 9 or Dec 14, 3:10 - 4:10pm

High school students from Saline High will host a one-hour tech townhall session for all your tech support needs.  Bring your laptop, tablet or phone for support from the next generation of powerful minds.  They can assist with basic phone and laptop functions for both Apple and Android devices.  

Detroit Opera Concert Sponsored by the Mary Thompson Foundation - FREE

Monday, Dec 7, 1:00 - 2:00pm

Join us at the Pittsfield Senior Center for a special holiday concert featuring the Detroit Opera, generously sponsored by the Mary Thompson Foundation. This popular event fills quickly each year, so don't wait—reserve your spot today and enjoy an afternoon of festive music and holiday cheer!

Wooden Snowman Decor Workshop

$23NR/$18R

Friday, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create an adorable wooden snowman using wood shims in this fun and easy holiday craft class! You'll paint, assemble, and decorate your snowman with festive accents to create a charming winter decoration for your home. No crafting experience is necessary, and all supplies and materials are included. Join us for a creative morning and take home a handmade snowman that's perfect for displaying throughout the holiday season.

Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office

Friday, Dec 11, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Sign up for a Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office visit. Services are limited to the following:

  • State ID - Originate, renew, replace, correct or convert to REAL ID
  • Driver's License - Renew, replace, correct or convert to REAL ID
  • No-fee State ID - Some residents qualify for a state ID at no-cost under Michigan law based on certain criteria. Homeless, Vets, Age 65+, Legally blind, Not permitted to drive, Receiving state aid.
  • Disability Parking - Apply or renew Disability Parking Placards. 
  • Vehicle Transactions - First-time license plate and registration tab, title transfer, renew license plate and vehicle tab, replace license plate, replace registration tabs, replace registration, transfer license plate, correct vehicle title, replace vehicle title and add or remove a title lien.
  • Voter Registration - Register and update voter registration.
 

Gingerbread House Decorating

Sponsored by Visiting Angels - FREE

Wednesday, Dec 2, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Have fun decorating a gingerbread house to take home sponsored by Visiting Angels. SPACE IS LIMITED to 20 participants. 4 SPOTS REMAINING.

White Elephant Gift Exchange

Sponsored by Atria

Thursday, Dec 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm - FREE

Bring a new gift ($15 or less) for a gift exchange followed by lunch of soup, salad and dessert provided by Atria. Open to all members. Registration limited register today!

Special Events

Euchre Tournament

Tuesday, 10/20

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE - Sponsored by The Hearing Depot

Senior Health & Resource Fair

Friday, 10/23

9:00am - 12:00pm

FREE

Veterans Lunch

Thursday, 11/12

11:30am - 12:30pm

FREE - Sponsored by Visiting Angels

Giving Thanks, Bingo!

Wednesday, 11/18

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE - Sponsored by Visiting Angels

Gingerbread House Decorating

Wednesday, 12/2

10:00am

FREE - Sposored by Visiting Angels

Detroit Opera Concert

Monday, 12/7

1:00 - 2:00pm

FREE - Sponsored by the Mary Thompson Foundation

White Elephant Gift Exchange

Thursday, 12/10

10:30am - 12:30pm

FREE - Sponsored by Atria

Holiday Bingo

Wednesday, 12/16

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE - Sponsored by Lockwood of Ann Arbor

Holiday Cookie Exchange

Monday, 12/21

11:00am - 12:30pm

FREE

Adult / Senior Dance

Click the class name link for more detail and registration preview.


Line Dance - Beginner w/ Bunny

Tuesdays -

9/1-12/8

9:00 - 10:15am


$49NR/$42R

WAITLIST

Line Dance - Improver w/ Bunny

Tuesdays -

9/1-12/8

10:30am - 12:00pm


$49NR/$42R

WAITLIST

Line Dance - Improver/Intermediate

Wednesdays -

9/2-12/9

10:45 - 12:45pm


$56NR/$52.50R

14 weeks

Line Dance - Beginner w/ Susanna

Thursdays -

9/3-12/10

9:00 - 10:15am


$49NR/$42R

WAITLIST

Line Dance - High Beginner/Improver

Thursdays -

9/3-12/10

10:30am - 12:00pm


$49NR/$42R

WAITLIST

Beginner Tap Dance for Fun & Fitness

Thursdays -

9/10-12/10

1:00 - 2:00pm

$143NR/$132R

11 weeks

Line Dance - Beginner w/ Susanna - Friday

Fridays -

9/4-11/20

10:30 - 11:30am

$38.50NR/$33R

WAITLIST

Line Dance - Friday Afternoon Fun

Fridays -

9/4-11/20

1:30 - 3:15pm


$38.50NR/$33R

11 weeks

Learn to Line Dance Drop In

Fridays -

11/6 & 11/20

6:00 - 7:30pm

$7 pre-register

$10 at the door

Learn to Square & Folk Dance w/ Richard

Sundays -

11/8 & 11/22

3:00 - 5:00pm

$6 pre-register

$10 at the door

Adult / Senior Fitness

Rise & Shine

Mon & Fri

9:00 - 10:00am

FREE

Senior Strength Training

Tuesdays

10/27-12/15

12:30 - 1:15pm

$31.50NR/$28R

WAITLIST

Low Impact Zumba

Mondays

10/5-12/7

5:30 - 6:30pm

$72NR/$67.50R

9 weeks

Zumba for Seniors

Tuesdays

9/29-12/1

1:30 - 2:15pm

$67.50NR/$63R

6 SPOTS REMAINING

Cardio Drumming & Strength Training

Tuesdays

10/6-12/15

5:30 - 6:30pm

$80NR/$75R

WAITLIST

Gentle Yoga

Wednesdays

9/16-12/9

2:30 - 3:45pm

$111NR/$102R

WAITLIST

Senior Stretching & Strength Training

Wednesdays

10/28-12/16

9:30 - 10:20am

$31.50NR/$28R

WAITLIST

Cardio Drumming & Strength Training

Thursdays

10/1-12/10

5:30 - 6:30pm

$80NR/$75R

WAITLIST

Zumba Sundays

Sundays

11/1-12/13

11:00am - 12:00pm

$48NR/$45R

6 weeks

Tai Chi

Sundays

9/13-11/22

1:00 - 2:00pm

$75NR/$70R

3 SPOTS REMAINING

Enrichment

Living Solo Social Hour

First Mondays


11:45am - 12:45pm


FREE


Book Club

First Wednesdays

10:30 - 11:30am

FREE

WAITLIST

Investment Workshops

Third Wednesdays

3:30 - 4:30pm

FREE

Flower Arrangers

Thursdays


9:30 - 11:00am


$10/wk for supplies

WAITLIST

Senior Social Coffee Group

Second Thursdays

11:15am - 12:45pm

FREE

Men's Group

Thursdays


2:00 - 3:30pm

FREE

WAITLIST

Enrichment - Games

Mahjong - American

Mondays

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

Mahjong

Tuesdays

10:00am - 12:00pm

FREE

Euchre

Tuesdays

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

Bingo

Wednesdays

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

Mahjong - Chinese

Fridays

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

Open Games

Fridays

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

Learn to Play Chinese Mahjong

Friday, 11/6

1:00 - 3:00pm

FREE

PRO TIP: Rosters show dates classes occur or are omitted due to conflicts. Additionally, our calendar can be found at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov then click CALENDAR.

 

Enrichment - Arts

Creative Writers

Mondays

10:00 - 11:30am

FREE

Practice Ukes

Mondays, 10/26-12/21

10:30 - 11:30am

FREE

Watercolors & Painting Artwork

Wednesdays


10:00 - 11:30am

FREE


Crafting Crew

Fridays

10:00 - 11:30am

FREE

Enrichment - Technology

Tech Townhall with the Next Gen

Monday, 10/12

Monday, 11/9

3:10 - 4:10pm

FREE

Tech Made Easy! Personalized Tech Class

Tuesday, 11/10

Tuesday, 11/17

1:00 - 1:45pm

FREE

Digital-Help Open Hours

Friday, 11/6

Friday, 11/13,

Friday, 11/20

12:00 - 1:00pm

FREE

Enrichment - Wellness Workshops & Special Interest

Click the class name link for more detail and registration preview.

Healthy Aging Through Volunteering

Thursday, 10/22

11:30am - 12:30pm

FREE - Presented by EHM Senior Solutions

Pumonary Disease

Thursday, 12/3

11:30am - 12:30pm

FREE - Sponsored by

St Croix Hospice

Volunteer Opportunities

Fall Conservation Field Day

Saturday, 10/24

9:00 - 11:00am

Pittsfield Preserve

Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk

Saturday, 10/31

9:00 - 11:00am

Join - Team Pittsfield Township

Crafts, Laughs & Helping Hands

Friday, 11/13


10:00am - 12:00pm

Under the Sea Family Dance Decorations

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Pittsfield Senior Center At a Glance...

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Fitness Room

Fitness Room

Fitness Room

Fitness Room

Fitness Room

Rise & Shine

9:00am

Line Dance

Beginner

9:00am

9/1-12/8

Senior Stretching & Strength Training

9:00am

10/28-12/16

Line Dance

Beginner

9:00am

9/3-12/10

Rise & Shine

9:00am

Practice Ukes!

10:30am

11/9-12/21

Line Dance

Improver

10:30am

9/1-12/8

Line Dance

Improver / Intermediate

12:00pm

9/2-12/9

Line Dance

High Beginner / Improver

10:30am

9/3-12/10

Line Dance Beginner

10:30am

9/4-11/20

WCC - Tai Chi Continuing Yang

1:30pm

9/14-11/30

Senior Strength Training

12:30pm

10/27-12/15

Gentle Yoga

2:30pm

9/16-12/9

Beginner Tap Dance for Fun & Fitness - 1:00pm

9/10-12/10


WCC - Tai Chi Beginner Yang

2:45pm

9/14-11/30

Zumba for Seniors

1:30pm

9/29-12/1



Line Dance

Friday Fun

2:00pm

9/4-11/20


WCC - Tai Chi for Health & Balance

2:30pm

9/22-12/1



Learn to Line Dance Drop Ins

6:00pm

11/6 & 11/20

Low Impact Zumba

5:30pm

10/5-12/7

Cardio Drumming

5:30pm

10/6-12/15



Cardio Drumming

5:30pm

10/1-12/10


Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Community Area

Community Area

Community Area

Community Area

Community Area

Creative Writers

10:00am

BP Checks

11/3 - 9:00am

Watercolor & Painting - 10:00am

Flower Arrangers

9:30am

Crafting Crew

10:00am


Mahjong

10:00am

Book Club

10:30am

11/4

@Montibeller

Senior Social

Coffee Group

11:15am - 11/12

@Montibeller

Digital Help! Open Hours - 12:00pm

11/6-11/20

Living Solo

Social Hour

11:45am - 11/2

@Montibeller

Euchre

1:00pm

Bingo

1:00pm

WCC - Watercolors

1:00pm

9/3-11/5

Open Games

1:00pm

Mahjong

1:00pm


Tech Made Easy!

1:00pm

11/10 & 11/17

Investment Workshops

3:30pm - 11/18

Men's Group

2:00pm

@Montibeller

Mahjong - Chinese

1:00pm

Saturday

Sunday


Zumba Sundays - 11:00am - 11/1-12/13

Tai Chi - 1:00pm - 9/13-11/22


Learn to Square Dance w/ Richard -

3:00pm - 11/8 & 11/22

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Pittsfield Senior Center Day Trips

Detroit Train Station Tour

Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 - $94NR/$89R - WAITLIST


Detroit’s iconic landmark comes alive for the winter season! We’ll take a 90-minute guided tour of the train station while taking in the warm glow of festive décor. Note that lunch is NOT included with this trip but snacks are available at the station for purchase and other local eateries are a short walk. Pick up at 9:15am and drop off 3:45pm. 

Meadow Brook Hall Holiday Lunch

Friday, Dec 4, 2026 - $124NR/$119R - WAITLIST


Be Dazzled by Day! Meadow Brook Hall delivers a breathtaking holiday experience – transporting you through the historic mansion decked out in shimmering splendor. First we’ll eat an early delicious three course lunch including kale salad, roasted chicken breast and a chocolate flourless torte (vegetarian option available) . Then we’ll take a self-guided tour featuring incomparable holiday sights and decorations inside the 110-room estate, with more than 50 magnificent trees, flickering fireplaces, and lights galore. Perfect for a special day out.

Aretha Franklin Tribute at the DSO & Karl’s Cabin

Friday, Jan 8, 2027 - $130NR/$125R


Join GRAMMY®-nominated vocal powerhouse Sheléa for a morning concert at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in celebrating the music of Aretha Franklin. Featuring classic hits including “Chain of Fools,” “Say A Little Prayer,” “Respect,” and “Natural Woman,” Sheléa brings the music of Aretha Franklin to life with her one-of-a-kind voice and masterful piano skills. The show begins at 10:45am, run time approx. 2 hours. Then we will head to Karl’s Cabin for a late lunch. You will have your choice of one of three entrees, select while registering. Deadline: Nov 30.

February day trip will be announced soon.



Find more information at recreation.pittsfield-mi.gov and click on Adult / Senior Day Trips