Parks & Recreation

Programs for seniors

Senior activities and programs are offered at the listed locations. The programs for seniors include a variety of recreational activities and services.

Special Transportation

The minibus is a citywide, Dial-A-Ride service, available to persons with disabilities and seniors unable to use the RTA route buses. It is available Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The fare is $2 each way.

Park Facilities for Seniors

• Dales Senior Center/White Park - 826-5303
  M - F: 9 am – 6 pm
• La Sierra Senior Center/La Sierra Park – 351-6435
  M – Th: 8:30 am – 7 pm
  F: 8:30 am – 6 pm
• Ruth Lewis Center/Reid Park
  M – F: 10 am – 12 noon
• Stratton Center / Bordwell Park - 826-5355
  M - F: 9 am – 12 pm
• Ysmael Villegas Community Center / Villegas Park - 351-6142
  M - F: 9 am – 12 pm

Dales Senior Center Special Events

Dales Senior Center offers special events, such as seasonal parties, dances, potlucks, and guest speakers. For additional information and to receive a copy of the bi-monthly newsletter (which includes all programs and activities), please call 826-5303.

Janet Goeske Center

The Janet Goeske Center provides a full spectrum of services and activities. There are many exercise and dance classes, numerous recreational and social activities including: bingo, card games, educational classes, workshops, arts & crafts, full travel programs, health screenings & services, support groups, HiCap counseling, senior service advising, a weight loss program, and paralegal services.

The center also has a wide variety of social gatherings such as potlucks, dinners, and boutiques. A meeting place is also provided for retired organizational groups. The center is open from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, and 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sundays. Pick up a free monthly calendar at the center, or for more information, please call 351-8801.