Chehalem Park and Recreation District Serving Newberg & Dundee, Oregon since 1967

Chehalem Senior Center

Stop in for some coffee and see what we have going on!

Chehalem Senior Center

101 West Foothills Drive
Newberg, Oregon 97132
(adjacent to Crater Elementary School)

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (503) 537-9404

Events

Tuesday Bingo

1 p.m. Tuesday afternoons
If you like to play Bingo, join us at the center! We play hard cards at 2 cards for 25 cents. We also play winner take all and progressive.

Saturday Bingo
1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month
The packets are $10.00 each or 2 packets for $15.00. The first Saturday bingo is Pot Luck and that starts at 5:30 p.m. Bingo follows at 6:30 p.m. Minimum payout is $15.00. There is also Winner-Take-All and Progressive Bingo.

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Club/Group Activities

Senior Woodworking Group: The Sawdust Experience
4 p.m. Thursdays
Hobbyist and woodworkers are invited to join our growing woodworkers' group. Handcrafters of any skill level who are interested in gaining new skills and enjoying good company with a common focus are welcome. One of the projects this group handles is to build and provide wooden toys for the Newberg Fire Department "Toy and Joy" program.

Chess Club
7 p.m. Thursdays
Looking for a place to sharpen your game? This club consists of players of all ages and skill levels, who enjoy playing a challenging game while increasing skills and ability to use strategy. For more information call Bruce Cheney (503) 625-5747.

Northwest Steelhead Club-Newberg Chapter
7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month (September - June)
Various guest speakers and club members share the latest news and techniques regarding fishing for "big game" fish in the Pacific Northwest.

Out to Lunch Bunch
11:30 a.m. the third Thursday of each month
A great group of folks who enjoy each other's company while sampling a variety of cuisines at various restaurants in the local area. The group meets at a different eating establishment. Register by calling the center (503) 537-9404. Need transportation? Call the Chehalem Valley Senior Citizens Council (503) 538-7433 two days before.

Senior Book Club
1 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month
Chehalem Senior Center, in conjunction with the Newberg Library, proudly presents the Senior Book Club. This group of avid readers meets monthly to discuss an assigned book in order to reach new levels of literary understanding as well as share jovial comments with each other. This group is open to all who wish to attend. Please contact Chehalem Senior Center for specific information as well as to check out your book. (503)537-9404

Pool Cues
Tuesdays 9-Ball practice, Fridays 8-Ball practice 
Tournaments are held the last Friday of every month.
If you have ever had any interest in learning how to become a pool shark, then we suggest building your skill with us. Rolly and jackie Hedges are working diligently to provide the opportunity for personal growth and camaraderie for those who are new to the game or have just rediscovered how much fun it is.
 

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Classes & Workshops

Tuesday Silver Age Yoga
Tuesdays at 10:30a.m. to 11:30a.m.
September 4th to October 25th (9 sessions)
Cost: $45

Thursday Silver Age Yoga
Thursdays 3p.m. to 4p.m.
September 6th to October 25th (8 sessions)
Cost: $40

Special offer: Register for both Tuesday and Thursday class for $65.

 

Walk For Fun
9 a.m. Mondays - Depart from the center.
Hikes consist of a series of 1 to 2 hour walks. All mature adults and their guests are welcome. Walks will begin and end at the Center. Transportation to out-of-town trailheads will be by pre-arranged car pools. $2/per person will be charged for each walk in order to reimburse drivers.

Tai Chi
9 a.m. Tuesdays
1:30 p.m Thursdays 
Tai Chi is a great way to improve your overall health through increased physical stability and peace of mind.

Strong for Life
9 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Strong for Life is an exercise program designed to involve the trunk, arms, and legs. All exercises are done in either sitting or standing positions and can be modified to fit the individual participant's need. There is no charge for the program, although all participants are requested to call and enroll. For more information, contact Deana at (503) 537-1471.

Just Putting Around
Every Wednesday - Please Call ahead for a specific tee time. 
This is a club for golfers of every skill level. The Chehalem Senior Center believes that it is never too late to start a great habit. It is for that reason that the Chehalem Adult Enrichment Center as well as the Chehalem Glenn Golf Course has combined forces to create this wonderful club. This unified effort provides seniors with the opportunity to play on one of the most beautiful and difficult courses that Oregon has to offer. A great course, a great price, but most importantly, great company!

Crafty Ladies Group
9:30 a.m. Tuesdays
We are a group of ladies who make crafts to sell at our gift shop and during the Fall Bazaar and Craft show. Interesting projects have been humming bird feeders, Mosaic flower pots and painted animal rocks. Something interesting is bound to be offered during these enjoyable craft sessions. 

Multi Media Arts Group
9:30 a.m. Mondays (except the 1st Monday of the month)
Bring your oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, pencils or crayons. Dust off your paints, paper and canvases. The focus of our time together will be on fun and creativity. Let your talent develop in the company of other talented people.

CPRD Quilters Club
1 - 3 p.m. Tuesdays
The club is open to all individuals interested in working on handcraft items on a regular basis. Bring your own items or work on a group project. New members and visitors are always welcome to join. Any questions, call Mary Bartlett (503) 538-5622. At Chehalem Youth Building (Behind the Chehalem Armory)

China Painters International
Monthly workshops are held 9 a.m the first Monday of every month.
Techniques and projects workshops are 9 a.m. Thursdays
Beginners always welcome. For more information please contact Phyllis Landon 538-0784.

Bob Ross Oil Painting
$48 Includes materials and instructionBob's Wet-on-Wet Technique is a very simple, easy to follow method anyone from beginners to seasoned painters can master. Your blank canvas is transformed into a beautiful, completed work of art in just three to four hours!

AARP Driver Safety Class
AARP has designed this course for drivers aged 50 and over. It is a two-day class (4 hours each day), which is specifically tailored to inform seniors of important updates on traffic regulations, as well as how to drive on today's crowded roadways. Class is offered every month at the Adult Enrichment Center. Advanced reservations are required and can be made by calling the front desk at (503) 537-9404. There is a fee of $12 for current AAPR members and a non member fee of $14, paid directly to the instructor at the time of class.

Bob Ross Oil Painting
Cost: $48
Includes materials and instruction

Bob's Wet-on-Wet Technique is a very simple, easy to follow method anyone from beginners to seasoned painters can master. Your blank canvas is transformed into a beautiful, completed work of art in just 3-4 hours!

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Trips & Tours

We have lots of fun trips planned for this spring and summer. Check them out here.
Although all of our trips are senior focused, they are not senior exclusive. Adults of all ages are invited to join.


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Support Services

Legal Aid Clinic
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.mThe 2nd Monday of every month
For those needing some legal advice, the legal aid clinic volunteers can provide you with some legal guidance free of charge. No appointments required.

Foot Clinic
9:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays
Sandy McCann RN offers this service and requests that patrons soak their feet prior to the appointment and please bring a towel. For appointment, please call the Chehalem Senior Center at (503) 537-9404. $20.00

Blood Pressure Clinic
Free. No appointment is necessary.
10:30 a.m. - Noon the first and third Wednesday of each month

Hearing Aid Clinic
Free. No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are seen on a first come, first served basis.
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Noon the Fourth Thursday of each month

Acupuncture Clinic
9:00 a.m. - Noon Thursdays
Licensed acupuncturist Matt Frey offers weekly acupuncture sessions at a significantly discounted price. Acupuncture has been known to treat a variety of ailments including poor circulation, low energy, and chronic pain. This Clinic is a very inexpensive way of seeing if acupuncture can help you. This is a very popular clinic, so reservations are needed.
In-district $15 per session, Out-of-district $20

Walker and Wheel Chair Safety Check
Free. No appointment necessary
8:30a.m. -10a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month
Do you have a walker, wheel chair, or power scooter. Bring it is for free maintenance and a safety check. Let us tighten nuts and bolts, align tires, make proper height adjustments, and check your brakes.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are truly the backbone of the Chehalem Senior Center and play a major role in community development across the Chehalem Valley. 

Office volunteers needed
Our office personnel are seen as the heart of our community center. Please aid us in making a good first impression. If you are interested in becoming a member of our office personnel, please inquire at the registration desk or call (503) 537-9404


Bread Distribution Team
This committee needs volunteer drivers to transport bread and pastries donated from various community bakeries to the Chehalem Senior Center. Nothing makes a person feel better than to know that he or she has made a real difference in a person's life.
   When: Every Monday and Wednesday.

NWSDS Meals on Wheels
When you come to the center, you will routinely see a plethora of volunteers packaging meals, setting up the dining room and loading vehicles. The meals on wheels crew offer a great service to the community and can always use an extra hand or two. If you are interested in volunteering in our dining room or becoming a Meals on Wheels volunteer driver, please call our Meal Site Coordinator.  (503) 538-1490

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Contact Us

Chehalem Senior Center
101 West Foothills Drive
Newberg, Oregon 97132
(adjacent to Crater Elementary School)

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
8:00am to 4:00 pm

Phone: (503) 537-9404

Email: Matthew Compton, Senior Specialist

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