Parks & Recreation

Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center

600 N. Hamilton Street (get directions)
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 883-3584
seniorcenter@highpointnc.gov

 

The Roy B. Culler, Jr. Senior Center is an 11,500 square foot facility that began operation in May of 1991. Approved as part of the 1986 Bond Referendum, the Center is intended to serve the needs of High Point's large and growing population adults age 50 and older. The Center is named for former High Point Mayor, Roy B. Culler, Jr., who was instrumental in it's development.

The Center is certified by the State of North Carolina as a Center of Excellence. The Center offers a variety of programs and activities. Types of programs and classes to watch for include exercise, arts and crafts, movies, guest speakers, health screenings, club meetings, parties, holiday celebrations, cultural events, entertainment and much more.   The Center offers a variety of trips that include tours, theatre, sight seeing and more. 

 

The Senior Center houses a game room, space for crafts, activities, a craft shop, and multi-purpose meeting rooms. The offices of the Senior Resources of Guilford are also located at the center. A local farmer's market operates in the center's parking lot May through October on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.

Volunteers are key to the success of the Center. Some of the areas where volunteers are needed most include program or class leaders, assistants leaders, craft shop attendants, health screening personnel, receptionists and information and referral desk attendants.

The Center is open Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm, evenings and weekends when programs are scheduled and other times by appointment.

Some areas of the Senior Center may be rented for private functions by contacting the Center Director.

 

AARP 10a.m.  Business and social meeting for adults 50 and older. Meeting held 4th Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact AARP President - Doug Jenkins at 889-2092.

AARP Driver Safety Program Wednesday July 18, 2012 9a.m.  Fee:$12.00 per person (AARP Members); $14.00 per person (non-members) Informational Poster             This course covers the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. You will learn how to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Also learn how to minimize blind spots, proper following distance, safe ways to maneuver busy intersections, new car technologies, effects of medication and driving and eliminating distractions. Pre-registration is required. Payment is due the day of the class.

AHOY Adult Exercise Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10a.m.  Instructor: Nona Sink, Lois Harris Exercises appropriate for Seniors to include gentle stretching, range of motion and light cardio movement/low impact aerobics.

Art Class Friday 9a.m.  A gathering of artists to work on individual paintings and art work. No instructor. Students support each other during class time.

ARTS Thursday 10a.m.  ARTS is a program for persons with disabilities and/or those who may need assistance. A variety of arts and crafts are taught. The 2-hour program can be used for Respite for Caregivers. Volunteers provide extra help. This program is free, please call ahead to register.

Ballroom Dancing Tuesdays 6:30-7:30p.m.  Fee:$32.00 per couple/per month Instructor: Ben Braswell Registration and payment is due prior to the 1st Tuesday of each month. Register and pay early while there is available space. A variety of dances are taught.

Barn Dinner Theater Tuesday July 10, 2012 12-5p.m.  Fee:$50.00 per person Join us to see the hit musical "Smoke on the Mountain". Let's go back to a simpler time, 1938, when you become the congregation of Mount Pleasant Church in NC. The musical talent is only surpassed by the side splitting hilarity of these characters. Registration fee includes transportation, lunch and show.

Beginner's Line Dancing Tuesdays 3-3:30p.m.  Instructor: Sandy Fuller Free line dancing lessons! Learn the basic steps and patterns at your own pace. No partner is required. Have fun, get exercise and make new friends. You will need to wear hard soled shoes; no sneakers, and wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Billiards Monday-Friday 9a.m.-5p.m.  Open Billiards for anyone.

Bingo Wednesday 1p.m.  Fee:$1.00 per person Come out and play Bingo every Wednesday. You play 2 cards for 2 hours. There are a variety of Bingo games. Prizes include small household items and foods. The Bingo group is looking for prizes; if you want to donate call the Center at 883-3584.

Blood Pressure Screenings Monday 9:30-11a.m.  Free blood pressure checks on each Monday of the month, except 5th Monday. Blood Pressure is checked on a drop in basis. Forms are provided to track weekly readings. Screenings will not be done on holidays when the Senior Center is closed.

Boot Camp Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30a.m.  Fee:$10.00 per person for 2 months This 1-hour program is for active individuals who want a vigorous workout. The class includes a cardio workout and obstacle course.

Bowling Monday 1p.m.  Fee:$1.00 per game Instructor: Effie Gay Bowlers meet every Monday afternoon at Brunswick Tarheel Lanes for fun and fellowship. This is an opportunity to meet new friends. Whether you are a beginner or advanced bowler, join in on the fun. Fee includes shoes.

Canasta - Regular and Hand & Foot Card Club Play or learn to play these exciting card games. Bring a snack to share and join us. Hand and Foot Canasta is every Monday at 12:45p.m.; Regular Canasta is every Thursday at 1:30p.m.

Ceramics Tuesday 9:30a.m.-12p.m.  Fee:Cost of Greenware Basic instruction in Greenware Ceramics. Painting techniques are taught.

Chair Volleyball Wednesday Call each week for time  If you have never played, you have missed the laughter. Drop in on Wednesday to play an exciting game of Chair Volleyball. The main rule - you must stay in your seat! Come and have a great time.

China Painting Monday 1-4p.m.  You can join this group at anytime. Cost and equipment needs will be discussed with you when you join.

Coed Softball Friday June 1, 2012 June 8, 2012 June 15, 2012 June 22, 2012 June 29, 2012 9:30-11a.m.  Informational Poster             Anyone age 55 by December 31 is invited to join our fun coed softball teams. Out of the coed teams both make and female teams are formed. The game has been adjusted for those who may have challenges running. Games are played at Allen Jay Park, 1073 E. Springfield Road.

Computer Class - Basics Monday June 4, 2012 - June 25, 2012 July 2, 2012 - July 23, 2012 August 6, 2012 - August 27, 2012 10a.m.  Fee:$10.00 per person (ages 65 and older); $12.00 per person (ages 64 and under) Instructor: Gene Clodfelter Informational Poster             A 4-week class that covers introduction to the computer types and parts that make it up, mouse types, how to use the mouse and keyboard, folders and files - what are they?, how to create and name them, introduction to USB drives, WordPad on the desktop, Paint feature, using the major toolbars in Word. Detailed instruction sheets with pictures are provided with each subject taught.

Computer Class - Excel Monday June 4, 2012 - June 25, 2012 July 2, 2012 - July 23, 2012 August 6, 2012 - August 27, 2012 12:30p.m.  Fee:$10.00 per person (ages 65+); $12.00 per person (ages 64 and under) Instructor: Gene Clodfelter Informational Poster             Students will be taught to make a spreadsheet personalized for them such as a household budget, taxes and hobbies. You will learn how to make formulas for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Also learn about color coding, freezing panes and hiding information.

Computer Class - Intermediate Level Monday June 4, 2012 - June 25, 2012 July 2, 2012 - July 23, 2012 August 6, 2012 - August 27, 2012 11a.m.  Fee:$10.00 per person (65 and older); $12.00 per person (ages 64 and under) Instructor: Gene Clodfelter Informational Poster             This class covers the Internet, HTTP vs HTTPS, web site listings, popular websites, how to find and set a radio station to play on your computer while you work, PAYPAL, create a Hotmail account, clean up E-mail, attach items to E-mail, retrieve attachments in E-mail, check space on disc drive, insert a table into a Word document, Word Art function, how to change your desktop subject. Detailed instruction sheets with pictures are provided with each subject taught.

Creative Craft Shop Monday-Friday 9a.m.-5p.m.  Craft shopping at our retail store. Seniors make various items that are good for birthday gifts, housewarmings and other special occasions. New vendors are welcome to bring in new items on Mondays only.

Evening Pickleball Tuesday 6-8:30p.m.  Informational Poster             You will feel like a winner and a champion playing this exciting paddle game called Pickleball. This mini tennis game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton sized court using wooden paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with holes. Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis and badminton and has been played for over 20 years by people of all ages. It's easy to learn.

FREE Hair Cut Tuesday 7-8:30p.m.  Instructor: Mi Lee Mi Lee, a salon owner, provides free haircuts to men and women the last Tuesday of each month. Dry cuts, please come with no hair spray or oils in your hair. Call the Center for an appointment.

Happy Birthday Friday 10:30a.m.  This monthly event is for anyone 55 or better celebrating a birthday during the month. The last Friday of each month, United Healthcare Representative Tim Shina will provide a birthday cake. Come by, have a piece of cake and let us wish you Happy Birthday.

Happytones Senior Chorus Tuesday 11:30a.m.  A chorus of seniors directed by Anne Eaton. Sing a variety of musical arrangements. There are no tryouts. If you like to have fun, enjoy social interaction and can put on a "happy face", then come to a rehearsal.

Heritage Arts Show Daily High Point Public Library hours of operation  Fee:$10.00 per person - Senior Games Registration Fee Informational Poster             All artists ages 55 and better are welcome to submit their work to be judged. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons will be awarded. Categories include basket weaving, china painting, crochet, rugs (hooked, braided, woven), jewelry, knitting, needlework, quilting, stained glass, tole/decorative painting, tatting and needlelace, thrown and hand built pottery, woodcarving, woodturning, and woodworking. In addition, winners in each category can submit their work to the NC State SilverArts Juried Show for statewide competition. All work must be submitted by April 10 at 7p.m. to the Culler Senior Center.

Juried SilverArts Show Daily High Point Public Library hours of operation  Fee:$10.00 per person - Senior Games Registration Fee Informational Poster             The Annual SilverArts Juried Show will be displayed at the High Point Public Library. All artists ages 55 and better are welcome to submit their work to be judged. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons will be awarded. Categories include acrylics, drawing, mixed media, oil, pastels, photography, sculpture and watercolor. Winners in each category can submit their work to the NC State SilverArts Juried Show for statewide competition. All work must be submitted by April 10 at 7p.m. and delivered to the Culler Senior Center for judging and our staff will take the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners to the library. An Artists Reception and official exhibition opening will take place on May 1 from 4-6p.m. Registration also allows you to participate in Senior Game events, lunches and the opening breakfast.

Knitting/Crochet Thursdays 9:30a.m.  Join this group on Thursdays to socialize and relax while you knit and crochet.

Ladies Brunch Group 10:30a.m.  Group meets the 2nd Friday of each month.

Legal Aid Friday 1-4p.m.  Diane Brady with Legal Aid of North Carolina meets with seniors by appointment only. Diane assists in providing simple wills, power of attorney and health care power of attorney. This is a free service provided to seniors and their family. Appointments can be made by calling 885-9181 and press *1731. Be sure to leave a message stating your name, number and that you are from High Point. They will return the call and set your appointment.

Line Dancing Tuesdays 2p.m.  Join us for Line Dancing on Tuesdays.

Paul Ciener Botanical Garden & Korner's Folly Wednesday June 6, 2012 9a.m.-5p.m.  Fee:$15.00 per person Discover Kernersville's botanical garden and visit Korner's Folly, "the strangest house in the world". After our guided tour of the garden, we will have lunch at a local restaurant and then visit Korner's Folly. Registration fee includes a guided tour, entry fees and transportation. Cost of lunch is on your own.

Pickleball Friday 11:30a.m.  Pickleball is exploding with popularity. Pickles, the family cocker spaniel, is one of the co-inventors of pickleball. Pickles used to chase stray balls and then hide in the bushes, so they named the game after him. Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton size court with the net lowered to 34 inches. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball and wood or composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Pickleball is designed for active persons who want to play a tennis like game. Come and see what all the laughter is about.

Ping Pong Monday & Friday 11a.m.  Singles and doubles play for anyone. Come and join the fun. There are three tables for play.

Putt Putt Golf Friday 1p.m.  Fee:$1.00 per person Unlimited play. Program is not held in case of inclement weather. We appreciate the Putt-Putt Fun Center at 2418 N. Main Street for providing this low cost to our seniors.

Queen's Landing Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise Wednesday July 25, 2012 8:30a.m.-5p.m.  Fee:$35.00 per person Back by popular demand! The Catawba Queen cruise on Lake Norman includes lunch and a guided sightseeing tour. We will stop for ice cream on the way home. Registration fee includes transportation, lunch and cruise tickets. Cost of ice cream is on your own.

Red Hat Club - Sassy Cats with Red Hats Friday 1p.m.  Red Hat club that meets the 1st Friday of each month.

Sassy Cats with Red Hats 1p.m.  Red Hat club that meets the 1st Friday of each month.

Senior Resources of Guilford Services for older adults. Available daily.

Social Bridge Thursday 9:15a.m.  Everyone is welcome to join our weekly social bridge group. Come early to meet Rod and the facilitator and get a table assignment. Beginners can observe.

Two Great Free Shows Friday June 1, 2012 June 22, 2012 7p.m.  Informational Poster             Join us on Friday, June 1 for the Happytones as they present their Spring Show with lots of great music. On Friday, June 22 the Senior Class will present their Spring Show. These concerts are free and open to the public. Come out and enjoy a great evening of music.

Virginia Creeper Trail Bike Ride Wednesday June 20, 2012 7:30a.m.-5p.m.  Fee:$40.00 per person A cycling trip for the active adult ages 50 and better. The Virginia Creeper Trail descends gently for 17 miles including forests, pristine streams, homesteads and lush meadows. After about an hour of coasting, we will stop at Green Cove Station and General Store. Registration fee includes bike rental, shuttle fees and transportation. We will have lunch prior to the ride at a restaurant in Damascus. Cost of lunch is on your own.

Water Exercise Mondays & Wednesdays 12p.m.  Join us at the YWCA on Westwood Avenue on Water Exercise.

Yoga Mondays & Thursdays June 4, 2012 - June 28, 2012 July 2, 2012 - July 30, 2012 Mondays - 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.; Thursdays - 11a.m.-12p.m.  Fee:$34.00 per month Instructor: Lois von der Goltz Informational Poster             Yoga helps with breathing practices, physical exercises and posture; along with meditation to integrate your mind. When participating in Yoga, stretching, bending and balancing help to align the head, neck and spine; stimulate the circulatory system and keep muscles and joints strong and flexible. Yoga helps reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure and anxiety levels, induces relaxation and is useful in pain management.