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Tuesday September 16, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - SEPT. Strength and weight training are absolutely critical as one gets older. This class will teach you the best exercises to do, and how to do them with proper form so you get results and avoid injuries. You will learn what to do at the gym, or to just strength train at home with minimal equipment. Beginners will learn how to start, and intermediates will learn how to improve. Emphasis on strength, posture and balance. Please bring a mat!
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	SP Police Behavioral Health Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	UKULELE SING-A-LONGS - UKULELE SING-A-LONGS New! Join Ray Glass and few friends from the Jolly Ukes for a fun hour of sing-a-long songs! In December we will be singing Christmas Carols!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA TUESDAYS - SEPT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Pop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:00p.m. to enjoy some light refreshments and tea. A variety of teas will be served in our fancy china tea cups and tea pots. There’s always plenty to talk about!
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Robot Factory Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! September Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Wednesday September 17, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	GENTLE YOGA - Gentle Yoga Fall 1 Whether it's your first time or you've been taking yoga for years, this class will meet you right where you are.  Martha emphasizes safe and effective alignment principles as she leads you through a sequence of yoga postures connecting the breath with body movement. Her goal for every class is that you leave feeling stronger, more flexible, balanced and happy!Min 5/ Max 25
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Senior Trip
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	BRIDGE - BRIDGE Drop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30a.m. to play bridge.
9:45 AM - 4:00 PM	MURDER: IT'S NO DAY AT THE BEACH @ CAROUSEL THEATER (LEVEL 1) - MURDER: IT'S NO DAY AT THE BEACH @ CAROUSEL THEATER (LEVEL 1) It’s a 1960’s beach bop on Frog Island; the friendships are strong, the volleyball is competitive, and the cheese whiz is plentiful. Everything is just perfect until someone ends up missing…or dead! So grab your bikini and join us for some interactive fun. One more thing, don’t forget your beach blanket!Transportation, show, lunch & tax includedPlease bring CASH gratuity!
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Beginner Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing Fall 1 Join our beginner line dancing classes! Learn the basics step-by-step in a fun, supportive atmosphere. No partner needed. Get ready to groove to different music styles and feel confident hitting the dance floor!(No Senior Discount)Min 4 / Max 12Instructor: Linda Peters
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TRIVIA TIME - TRIVIA TIME Do you love trivia? Come to the Senior Drop in Center every Wednesday afternoon for trivia time! No teams, no prizes, just trivia, trivia, trivia. Each week we will come up with different trivia topics to test your knowledge! Light refreshments provided.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Osewantha Garden Club
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Facilities Staff Meeting
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Rhythmic Gymnastics - Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fall 1 Inspiring the next generation of gymnasts. In Rhythmic Gymnastics, We aim to build a strong body and spark your curiosity while inspiring you to discover your talents and have fun! This Program will shape your young ladies intostrong, passionate, and disciplined individuals. We are dedicated to helping every child learn the art of rhythmic gymnastics and have fun while doing it . Our Mission goes far beyond gymnastics – We strive to create a healthy and positive environment for families and individuals to come and grow. We aim to inspire a new generation of gymnasts to work on their balance, flexibility,and body control while developing their confidence and self-esteem.The 5 Benefits of Rhythmic Gymnastics are: Team Building Proprioception Influence Reduce stress and pressure Builds Confidence Flexibility Classes will run for 1 hour and fifteen minutesMeet the talented and award-winning instructor, Asya Vinokur; who will show you how to move and express yourself with Rhythm and Grace!Hi there! My name is Asya Vinokur and I am a former elite-level competitive national gymnast who has won numerous medals and titles throughout the tri-state area of New York and surrounding states. I am proud to say that I have taken home titles such as N.Y. State champion, and Regional champion, and consistently stayed in the top 3 rankings for years.I have also qualified for Eastern/Western Opens and National Championships, ranking in the top 15 nationwide, which earned me elite-level status. Additionally, I have competed in invitational competitions nationwide during my 12-year career as a professional rhythmic gymnast.I was born in Belarus and came to the United States with my family at the age of 4. Growing up, I was born into a family of national team athletes, with my mother Valentina being a master of sport in equestrian riding and my father Dmitry being a master of sport for wrestling. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where I started practicing rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 6 and quickly progressed and excelled at the sport.Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and Can’t wait to see you in class!Min 4/Max 12Scholarships available- Application linked below
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons September Wednesdays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Historical Society Meetings
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	XLP BB Practices

Thursday September 18, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet? Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/crocheters/painters (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring a cushion!
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	DANCE FIT - DANCE FIT - SEPTEMBER Dance Fit is a low-medium impact dance infused workout that spans all genres of music and dance styles. Dance Fit is similar to Zumba and other dance fitness programs, offering a fun and engaging way to improve cardio fitness, strength, and coordination. Dance Fit classes are designed to be accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging participants to just move and enjoy the music.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Hedges Condo Meeting
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! September Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga: Mindful Movement - Yoga: Mindful Movement Fall 1 YOGA: MINDFUL MOVEMENTLet’s get strong, calm and connected! Mindful movement with Liz Merci is a blend of meditation, deep breathing, gentle/restorative, vinyasa and hatha yoga expertly woven together to create a joyful journey on the yoga mat for all levels of practitioners! Liz is known for her fun, creative, inspiring sequences that will guide you to connect to the body and make space for self-compassion. This class is adaptable and accessible to all adults.About Liz: born & raised in Maine! She’s been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2018. She has studied vinyasa yoga, trauma informed yoga, awakening yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, restorative yoga, mobility and functional movement. She loves to walk the green belt while listening to a podcast. She has her bachelor’s degree in public health from UMass Amherst and served in the Peace Corps! Min 5 / Max 20Drop In Rate: $12.00 Meet Liz online : lizmerci.com

Friday September 19, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM	OLD YORK MUSEUMS TOUR & ADDITONAL HOP ON BUS TOUR (LEVEL 3) - OLD YORK MUSEUMS TOUR & ADDITIONAL HOP ON BUS TOUR (LEVEL 3) A tour of the Old York Museums offers a journey through Maine’s earliest English settlement, exploring its rich history and culture. The tour includes visits to historic buildings like the jail, schoolhouse, and tavern, alongside the Remick Gallery and other exhibits that showcase York's past. Following our tour, our guide will hop on our bus and take us on a tour through Old York. Lunch out (on your own).
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Parkinson's exercise class
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG FRIDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA FRIDAYS - SEPT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM	SENIOR CORNHOLE - SENIOR CORNHOLE Come join us to play Cornhole at the South Portland Community Center!  Please try to pre-register before attending the program.  Drop-ins always welcome! SEE NOTES, CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE FOR NO CORN HOLE DATES.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Saturday September 20, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Beginner Skills in Drawing - Beginner Thumbnail Sketches With Ink and Watercolor Beginner Thumbnail sketches with ink and watercolorThis five class series will teach beginners how to complete animal and figure sketches with ink and watercolor.  No experience needed.  We will be learning how to use gesture and value to effectively capture an image or scene.  Beginner Skills in Drawing Street Scenes and Landscapes:  This five class series will teach beginners how to approach drawing street scenes and landscapes from multiple techniques including gesture drawings, contour drawings, as well as value based drawings.  We will explore how to work both quickly and slowly at sketches.  Beginner Skills in Drawing People:This five class series will teach beginners how draw people in landscape scenes, as well as portrait settings.  We learn tips and tricks for capturing accurate proportions for adults and children. All classes will include step-by-step instructions.  No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Min 4 / Max 14Instructor: Joan Quinn
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Messy Art - Messy Art In this 3 week program, we will create different messy art projectssuch as collages, slime, finger painting, and more. Please wear oldclothes as we get messy! We will provide aprons. Min 5/Max 15Instructor: Lindsay LarsenScholarships available- Application linked below
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Soft Pastel - Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons: This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint landscapes.  No experience needed.  We will be learning about value, composition, and color while enjoying the beauty of painting New England fall, winter and spring scenes. Beginner Soft Pastel: Abstracts:  This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to create abstracts using a structured approach by simplifying a representational drawing to essence.  We will be using soft pastel, graphite, and charcoal.  Beginner Soft Pastel: AnimalsThis five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint animals such as cats, dogs, pigs and bears. In addition, students will learn how to use pastels to achieve both a sketch and finished painting look.  All classes will include step-by-step instructions. No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Instructor: Joan Quinn
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM	Girl Scouts - Renee Morrison
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Pool Party w/Casco Bay Room (Lavery)

Sunday September 21, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons September Sundays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons September Sundays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional

Monday September 22, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PUZZLE CLUB - PUZZLE CLUB Are you looking  for a new way to dive further into your obsession with jigsaw puzzles! We have just the thing for you! Puzzle Club is a great way to meet new puzzle lovers, learn new skills and strategies, and do even more puzzles! Come to the senior center and enjoy a morning of quiet puzzle making, 100-500 piece puzzles only (provided or bring your own) or work on bigger puzzles on the puzzle table.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Drop In This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Sustainabilty Dept - Resilient Yards Workshop
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Dance - Dance: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of dance and movement, as well as explore jazz dance, tap dance, lyrical, hip hop and more! A great  class that covers lots of dance genres!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, have bare feet and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.*No programs on federal holidays*Scholarship information is available in the link below.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Youth Hip Hop Dance - Hip Hop: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of hip hop dance, an energetic and aerobic dance form that will keep you moving!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, wear clean sneakers and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.Min 4/ Max 14*Scholarships available- Application linked below*No program on federal holidays
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Hand Built Ceramics - Adult Hand Built Ceramics Working with Kiln-fired clay, we will explore the variety of forms and techniques used in basic hand built ceramics. Break out your creative self.  Hint: The possibilities are endless!  Projects will be fired and glazed. This class does not use a pottery wheel. Dress for a little bit of mess. No senior discount for this program.  No senior discount. (Minimum of 4 / Maximum of 10)Instructor: Rachel FC Mills
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Adult Basketball Leagues - Monday League - Fall Adult Basketball League format8 regular season gamesPlayoffs 10 team seeded single elimination.5v5, 1 female and 1 male must be on the court for each teamRoster minimum of 8 players, max of 12 including 1 female and 1 male playerTwo - 20 minute halvesMen shots inside 3 point arc = 1 point, Outside arc = 2 pointsFemale shots inside 3 point arc = 2 points, Outside arc = 3 pointsRules are based off of the MPA rulesParticipants must be at least 18 years old and out of High school.Captains, once you register please email Whitney at wdorsett@southportland.govwith your team name and roster. She will create your team in MyRec. FREE AGENTS - Please register under whichever night you would like to play. Please select the free agent group. Free agents will be placed on teams on a first come, first served basis. YOU MUST HAVE BOTH YOUR SOPO ACCOUNT GENERAL AND CANCEL EMAIL OPTIONS AT "YES" TO RECEIVE LEAGUE EMAILS.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Yin Yoga - Yin Yoga Fall 1

Tuesday September 23, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Senior Golf League Luncheon
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - SEPT. Strength and weight training are absolutely critical as one gets older. This class will teach you the best exercises to do, and how to do them with proper form so you get results and avoid injuries. You will learn what to do at the gym, or to just strength train at home with minimal equipment. Beginners will learn how to start, and intermediates will learn how to improve. Emphasis on strength, posture and balance. Please bring a mat!
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	PRW Safety Meetings
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA TUESDAYS - SEPT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Vitality T'ai Chi for Seniors - T'ai Chi Tuesdays - T'AI CHI TUESDAYS - SEPT. This program incorporates “T’ai Chi Moving for Better Balance”, an 8 posture standing form, with elements of Musical T’ai Chi which uses periods of seated movement; both practices will be integrated by learning the Great Breathing technique from Shaolin & Chinese Medicine. The musical background will be calming, peaceful and yet invigorating as the play element in T’ai Chi will be emphasized. Instructor, Michael Elliott is a 49 year practitioner.Tuesdays T'ai Chi is held two Tuesdays a month offered on the dates listed.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Pop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:00p.m. to enjoy some light refreshments and tea. A variety of teas will be served in our fancy china tea cups and tea pots. There’s always plenty to talk about!
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Robot Factory Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! September Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
5:15 PM - 6:45 PM	Girl Scout Meeting - Fauth
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Historical Society Lecture
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Wednesday September 24, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Senior Trip
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	PARTNERS FOR WORLD HEALTH TOUR (LEVEL 3) - PARTNERS FOR WORLD HEALTH TOUR (LEVEL 3) Join us on a tour of PWH. We will watch a 7 minute video explaining what PWH is all about with some time for discussion. Following, we will walk through the warehouse where we will be shown around and the tour guide will explain what we are looking at and how they deal with everything. The tour will be approximately 30-45 minutes on your feet.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	GENTLE YOGA - Gentle Yoga Fall 1 Whether it's your first time or you've been taking yoga for years, this class will meet you right where you are.  Martha emphasizes safe and effective alignment principles as she leads you through a sequence of yoga postures connecting the breath with body movement. Her goal for every class is that you leave feeling stronger, more flexible, balanced and happy!Min 5/ Max 25
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	PSEUDO BOOK CLUB - PSUEDO BOOK CLUB Join us for a less structured, more relaxed book club where we pick a genre for the month as well as our own books.  Look at the genre of the month, read a book – any book you want from that genre. On the last Wednesday of the month we will get together, compare, and discuss all the different books each of us has read, what we liked, did not like, and just share and enjoy. Light refreshments provided.Genres for Spring/Summer 25:July - Domestic ThrillerAug. - TravelGenres for Fall 25:Sept. - Self HelpOct. - Action AdventureNov. - Science FictionDec. - Hobbies
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	BRIDGE - BRIDGE Drop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30a.m. to play bridge.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Beginner Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing Fall 1 Join our beginner line dancing classes! Learn the basics step-by-step in a fun, supportive atmosphere. No partner needed. Get ready to groove to different music styles and feel confident hitting the dance floor!(No Senior Discount)Min 4 / Max 12Instructor: Linda Peters
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TRIVIA TIME - TRIVIA TIME Do you love trivia? Come to the Senior Drop in Center every Wednesday afternoon for trivia time! No teams, no prizes, just trivia, trivia, trivia. Each week we will come up with different trivia topics to test your knowledge! Light refreshments provided.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Rhythmic Gymnastics - Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fall 1 Inspiring the next generation of gymnasts. In Rhythmic Gymnastics, We aim to build a strong body and spark your curiosity while inspiring you to discover your talents and have fun! This Program will shape your young ladies intostrong, passionate, and disciplined individuals. We are dedicated to helping every child learn the art of rhythmic gymnastics and have fun while doing it . Our Mission goes far beyond gymnastics – We strive to create a healthy and positive environment for families and individuals to come and grow. We aim to inspire a new generation of gymnasts to work on their balance, flexibility,and body control while developing their confidence and self-esteem.The 5 Benefits of Rhythmic Gymnastics are: Team Building Proprioception Influence Reduce stress and pressure Builds Confidence Flexibility Classes will run for 1 hour and fifteen minutesMeet the talented and award-winning instructor, Asya Vinokur; who will show you how to move and express yourself with Rhythm and Grace!Hi there! My name is Asya Vinokur and I am a former elite-level competitive national gymnast who has won numerous medals and titles throughout the tri-state area of New York and surrounding states. I am proud to say that I have taken home titles such as N.Y. State champion, and Regional champion, and consistently stayed in the top 3 rankings for years.I have also qualified for Eastern/Western Opens and National Championships, ranking in the top 15 nationwide, which earned me elite-level status. Additionally, I have competed in invitational competitions nationwide during my 12-year career as a professional rhythmic gymnast.I was born in Belarus and came to the United States with my family at the age of 4. Growing up, I was born into a family of national team athletes, with my mother Valentina being a master of sport in equestrian riding and my father Dmitry being a master of sport for wrestling. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where I started practicing rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 6 and quickly progressed and excelled at the sport.Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and Can’t wait to see you in class!Min 4/Max 12Scholarships available- Application linked below
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Highland Cemetery Committee Mtg
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons September Wednesdays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	XLP BB Practices

Thursday September 25, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Senior Trip
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM	CHAPMAN HALL HOUSE & WHALEBACK HISTORIC SITE (LEVEL 3) - CHAPMAN HALL HOUSE & WHALEBACK HISTORIC SITE (LEVEL 3) Built in 1754,  it is the oldest standing house in the town of Damariscotta, and one of the oldest in the state. The Chapman-Hall House was named to honor the two families who resided in the house over a period of 153 years.This house is a fine example of a Maine house in the Pre-Revolutionary period. Picnic lunch and walk at Whaleback Historic Site following tour. If time permits, we will stop at Reny’s underground.
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet? Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/crocheters/painters (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring a cushion!
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	DANCE FIT - DANCE FIT - SEPTEMBER Dance Fit is a low-medium impact dance infused workout that spans all genres of music and dance styles. Dance Fit is similar to Zumba and other dance fitness programs, offering a fun and engaging way to improve cardio fitness, strength, and coordination. Dance Fit classes are designed to be accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging participants to just move and enjoy the music.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Front Desk Meeting (will do own setup)
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! September Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM	Intro to Bellydancing - Intro to Bellydancing - Fall 1 Heather invites you to come learn fundamental movements of fusion bellydance!  Be open to moving your body in new ways while becoming aware of how to move those hips, articulate your spine, and isolate your chest...and maybe all at once! Bellydance can benefit cardiovascular health, release stress, improve mobility, and confidence! Come join us in this class discovering new ways to move while having fun! Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or socks recommended. Instructor: Heather Lundin
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga: Mindful Movement - Yoga: Mindful Movement Fall 1 YOGA: MINDFUL MOVEMENTLet’s get strong, calm and connected! Mindful movement with Liz Merci is a blend of meditation, deep breathing, gentle/restorative, vinyasa and hatha yoga expertly woven together to create a joyful journey on the yoga mat for all levels of practitioners! Liz is known for her fun, creative, inspiring sequences that will guide you to connect to the body and make space for self-compassion. This class is adaptable and accessible to all adults.About Liz: born & raised in Maine! She’s been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2018. She has studied vinyasa yoga, trauma informed yoga, awakening yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, restorative yoga, mobility and functional movement. She loves to walk the green belt while listening to a podcast. She has her bachelor’s degree in public health from UMass Amherst and served in the Peace Corps! Min 5 / Max 20Drop In Rate: $12.00 Meet Liz online : lizmerci.com
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Ships Watch Condo Mtg

Friday September 26, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Wake up with Meditation - Wake Up with Mediation - Fall 1 Wake up with Meditation: A path to inner calm and focusThis class offers an exploration into the benefits of meditation for stress reduction, increased focus, and emotional well-being. Through a blend of guided and silent meditation techniques, including breath work and mindfulness practices, participants will learn practical tools to cultivate inner peace and presence in their daily lives.Min 4 / Max 15Instructor: Heather Lundin
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Parkinson's exercise class
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG FRIDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA FRIDAYS - SEPT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	LAUGHTER YOGA - LAUGHTER YOGA Laughter Yoga works with the breathe while bringing childlike playfulness into one’s life. We turn off the analytic part of the brain and let the fun begin! There are many benefits for everyone that chooses to practice Laughter Yoga no matter what age.  By practicing prolonged laughter, body chemistry changes, gets the feel good endorphins moving throughout the body, and can assist in lowering blood pressure as well as creating a positive state of mind. **PLEASE TRY TO REGISTER - Drop-ins welcome if space is available!**
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM	SENIOR CORNHOLE - SENIOR CORNHOLE Come join us to play Cornhole at the South Portland Community Center!  Please try to pre-register before attending the program.  Drop-ins always welcome! SEE NOTES, CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE FOR NO CORN HOLE DATES.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Karate Kids - Karate Kids- Fall 1 Students in this class will learn the basic strikes, blocks, kicks and stances used in karate training. This fundamental training also strengthens and prepares the body for the more difficult techniques ahead in one’s training. In addition to developing physical fitness, self-defense and safety skills, our karate program also helps your child build confidence, focus and respect for oneself and others.Instructor: Dragon Fire Martial ArtsMin 10/Max 25*No Class on November 28th 2025Scholarships available- Application linked below
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Saturday September 27, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Beginner Skills in Drawing - Beginner Thumbnail Sketches With Ink and Watercolor Beginner Thumbnail sketches with ink and watercolorThis five class series will teach beginners how to complete animal and figure sketches with ink and watercolor.  No experience needed.  We will be learning how to use gesture and value to effectively capture an image or scene.  Beginner Skills in Drawing Street Scenes and Landscapes:  This five class series will teach beginners how to approach drawing street scenes and landscapes from multiple techniques including gesture drawings, contour drawings, as well as value based drawings.  We will explore how to work both quickly and slowly at sketches.  Beginner Skills in Drawing People:This five class series will teach beginners how draw people in landscape scenes, as well as portrait settings.  We learn tips and tricks for capturing accurate proportions for adults and children. All classes will include step-by-step instructions.  No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Min 4 / Max 14Instructor: Joan Quinn
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Messy Art - Messy Art In this 3 week program, we will create different messy art projectssuch as collages, slime, finger painting, and more. Please wear oldclothes as we get messy! We will provide aprons. Min 5/Max 15Instructor: Lindsay LarsenScholarships available- Application linked below
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Soft Pastel - Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons: This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint landscapes.  No experience needed.  We will be learning about value, composition, and color while enjoying the beauty of painting New England fall, winter and spring scenes. Beginner Soft Pastel: Abstracts:  This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to create abstracts using a structured approach by simplifying a representational drawing to essence.  We will be using soft pastel, graphite, and charcoal.  Beginner Soft Pastel: AnimalsThis five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint animals such as cats, dogs, pigs and bears. In addition, students will learn how to use pastels to achieve both a sketch and finished painting look.  All classes will include step-by-step instructions. No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Instructor: Joan Quinn

Sunday September 28, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons September Sundays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Youth Yoga - Youth Yoga This program is an introduction and exploration of yoga for kids of all abilities. It includes basic principles of yoga with a 45-minute practice that helps strengthen, stretch, and align the body and the mind. It also involves breathing techniques and positive mentalities that can help with sustained focus, finding more inner calm, confidence, and self-validation. Sign up for all three session or pay per class.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons September Sundays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional

Monday September 29, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength September 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PUZZLE CLUB - PUZZLE CLUB Are you looking  for a new way to dive further into your obsession with jigsaw puzzles! We have just the thing for you! Puzzle Club is a great way to meet new puzzle lovers, learn new skills and strategies, and do even more puzzles! Come to the senior center and enjoy a morning of quiet puzzle making, 100-500 piece puzzles only (provided or bring your own) or work on bigger puzzles on the puzzle table.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Front Desk Meeting
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Drop In This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Dance - Dance: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of dance and movement, as well as explore jazz dance, tap dance, lyrical, hip hop and more! A great  class that covers lots of dance genres!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, have bare feet and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.*No programs on federal holidays*Scholarship information is available in the link below.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Youth Hip Hop Dance - Hip Hop: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of hip hop dance, an energetic and aerobic dance form that will keep you moving!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, wear clean sneakers and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.Min 4/ Max 14*Scholarships available- Application linked below*No program on federal holidays
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Hand Built Ceramics - Adult Hand Built Ceramics Working with Kiln-fired clay, we will explore the variety of forms and techniques used in basic hand built ceramics. Break out your creative self.  Hint: The possibilities are endless!  Projects will be fired and glazed. This class does not use a pottery wheel. Dress for a little bit of mess. No senior discount for this program.  No senior discount. (Minimum of 4 / Maximum of 10)Instructor: Rachel FC Mills
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	SPSH Project Grad Meeting
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Adult Basketball Leagues - Monday League - Fall Adult Basketball League format8 regular season gamesPlayoffs 10 team seeded single elimination.5v5, 1 female and 1 male must be on the court for each teamRoster minimum of 8 players, max of 12 including 1 female and 1 male playerTwo - 20 minute halvesMen shots inside 3 point arc = 1 point, Outside arc = 2 pointsFemale shots inside 3 point arc = 2 points, Outside arc = 3 pointsRules are based off of the MPA rulesParticipants must be at least 18 years old and out of High school.Captains, once you register please email Whitney at wdorsett@southportland.govwith your team name and roster. She will create your team in MyRec. FREE AGENTS - Please register under whichever night you would like to play. Please select the free agent group. Free agents will be placed on teams on a first come, first served basis. YOU MUST HAVE BOTH YOUR SOPO ACCOUNT GENERAL AND CANCEL EMAIL OPTIONS AT "YES" TO RECEIVE LEAGUE EMAILS.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Yin Yoga - Yin Yoga Fall 1

Tuesday September 30, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Wellness Regional Meeting
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - SEPT. Strength and weight training are absolutely critical as one gets older. This class will teach you the best exercises to do, and how to do them with proper form so you get results and avoid injuries. You will learn what to do at the gym, or to just strength train at home with minimal equipment. Beginners will learn how to start, and intermediates will learn how to improve. Emphasis on strength, posture and balance. Please bring a mat!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA TUESDAYS - SEPT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Pop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:00p.m. to enjoy some light refreshments and tea. A variety of teas will be served in our fancy china tea cups and tea pots. There’s always plenty to talk about!
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Meeting
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Robot Factory Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! September Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Wednesday October 1, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	GENTLE YOGA - Gentle Yoga Fall 1 Whether it's your first time or you've been taking yoga for years, this class will meet you right where you are.  Martha emphasizes safe and effective alignment principles as she leads you through a sequence of yoga postures connecting the breath with body movement. Her goal for every class is that you leave feeling stronger, more flexible, balanced and happy!Min 5/ Max 25
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	BRIDGE - BRIDGE Drop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30a.m. to play bridge.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Beginner Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing Fall 1 Join our beginner line dancing classes! Learn the basics step-by-step in a fun, supportive atmosphere. No partner needed. Get ready to groove to different music styles and feel confident hitting the dance floor!(No Senior Discount)Min 4 / Max 12Instructor: Linda Peters
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TRIVIA TIME - TRIVIA TIME Do you love trivia? Come to the Senior Drop in Center every Wednesday afternoon for trivia time! No teams, no prizes, just trivia, trivia, trivia. Each week we will come up with different trivia topics to test your knowledge! Light refreshments provided.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Rhythmic Gymnastics - Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fall 1 Inspiring the next generation of gymnasts. In Rhythmic Gymnastics, We aim to build a strong body and spark your curiosity while inspiring you to discover your talents and have fun! This Program will shape your young ladies intostrong, passionate, and disciplined individuals. We are dedicated to helping every child learn the art of rhythmic gymnastics and have fun while doing it . Our Mission goes far beyond gymnastics – We strive to create a healthy and positive environment for families and individuals to come and grow. We aim to inspire a new generation of gymnasts to work on their balance, flexibility,and body control while developing their confidence and self-esteem.The 5 Benefits of Rhythmic Gymnastics are: Team Building Proprioception Influence Reduce stress and pressure Builds Confidence Flexibility Classes will run for 1 hour and fifteen minutesMeet the talented and award-winning instructor, Asya Vinokur; who will show you how to move and express yourself with Rhythm and Grace!Hi there! My name is Asya Vinokur and I am a former elite-level competitive national gymnast who has won numerous medals and titles throughout the tri-state area of New York and surrounding states. I am proud to say that I have taken home titles such as N.Y. State champion, and Regional champion, and consistently stayed in the top 3 rankings for years.I have also qualified for Eastern/Western Opens and National Championships, ranking in the top 15 nationwide, which earned me elite-level status. Additionally, I have competed in invitational competitions nationwide during my 12-year career as a professional rhythmic gymnast.I was born in Belarus and came to the United States with my family at the age of 4. Growing up, I was born into a family of national team athletes, with my mother Valentina being a master of sport in equestrian riding and my father Dmitry being a master of sport for wrestling. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where I started practicing rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 6 and quickly progressed and excelled at the sport.Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and Can’t wait to see you in class!Min 4/Max 12Scholarships available- Application linked below
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	XLP BB Practices

Thursday October 2, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Wellness Workshop
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet? Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/crocheters/painters (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring a cushion!
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM	Senior Trip
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	DANCE FIT - DANCE FIT - OCTOBER Dance Fit is a low-medium impact dance infused workout that spans all genres of music and dance styles. Dance Fit is similar to Zumba and other dance fitness programs, offering a fun and engaging way to improve cardio fitness, strength, and coordination. Dance Fit classes are designed to be accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging participants to just move and enjoy the music.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
12:15 PM - 5:30 PM	TITANIC: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL - TITANIC: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL Titanic is an emotionally stirring and unforgettable voyage through the final days on this “ship of dreams.” The real stories of immigrants and the privileged class entwine through a lush musical experience that garnered five Tony Awards, including Best Musical,  and stole the hearts of audiences.
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Swap Series
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! October Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM	Intro to Bellydancing - Intro to Bellydancing - Fall 1 Heather invites you to come learn fundamental movements of fusion bellydance!  Be open to moving your body in new ways while becoming aware of how to move those hips, articulate your spine, and isolate your chest...and maybe all at once! Bellydance can benefit cardiovascular health, release stress, improve mobility, and confidence! Come join us in this class discovering new ways to move while having fun! Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or socks recommended. Instructor: Heather Lundin
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga: Mindful Movement - Yoga: Mindful Movement Fall 1 YOGA: MINDFUL MOVEMENTLet’s get strong, calm and connected! Mindful movement with Liz Merci is a blend of meditation, deep breathing, gentle/restorative, vinyasa and hatha yoga expertly woven together to create a joyful journey on the yoga mat for all levels of practitioners! Liz is known for her fun, creative, inspiring sequences that will guide you to connect to the body and make space for self-compassion. This class is adaptable and accessible to all adults.About Liz: born & raised in Maine! She’s been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2018. She has studied vinyasa yoga, trauma informed yoga, awakening yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, restorative yoga, mobility and functional movement. She loves to walk the green belt while listening to a podcast. She has her bachelor’s degree in public health from UMass Amherst and served in the Peace Corps! Min 5 / Max 20Drop In Rate: $12.00 Meet Liz online : lizmerci.com

Friday October 3, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Wake up with Meditation - Wake Up with Mediation - Fall 1 Wake up with Meditation: A path to inner calm and focusThis class offers an exploration into the benefits of meditation for stress reduction, increased focus, and emotional well-being. Through a blend of guided and silent meditation techniques, including breath work and mindfulness practices, participants will learn practical tools to cultivate inner peace and presence in their daily lives.Min 4 / Max 15Instructor: Heather Lundin
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Senior Trip
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM	PICNIC & WALK @ TASSLE TOP - PICNIC & WALK AT TASSLE TOP An enjoyable amenity at Tassle Top is their walking trails. The trails are clearly marked and intertwine with each other to let you walk shorter or longer distances. While on the the trails you may encounter wildlife. We will walk the trails, walk the beach an then relax and have a picnic lunch (pack your own picnic).
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG FRIDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pool Pumpkin Splash & Decorating - Splash & Decorate - Session 1 (ages 0-5) Join us at the South Portland Pool for the THIRD annual Floating Pumpkin Patch! We will have the pool filled with real pumpkins, and each participant will get time to swim, splash, and pick a pumpkin of their choice.  After making a splash in the "pumpkin patch", join us in decorating your pumpkin with paint and stickers (no carving) and enjoy some light refreshments in the Casco Bay Room.Parents need to register if they plan to participate in the swimming portion or to receive a pumpkin. Any child who cannot swim independently must have a parent/guardian in the water with them. Lifeguards will be on duty, but please plan to stick close to your child, if they cannot swim independently.  You are welcome to use our provided floatation on any non-swimmer, but still must remain within an arm's length reach of the child at all times.For the morning session for toddlers: the pool will be open from 10-11am to splash and swim with the smaller sized/toddler pumpkins.  The Casco Bay Room will be open from 11-12 for pumpkin decorating and light refreshments.  For the evening session: the pool will be open from 5-6:30p to select your pumpkin, this will be drop-in style so arrive at your leisure. The "patch" will close at 6:30pm.  The Casco Bay Room will be open from 5:30-7:30 for refreshments and pumpkin decorating. There will be two sessions:Session 1 (ages 0-5, toddler sized pumpkins): 10-11am; decorating open 11-12pmSession 2 (all ages): 5-7:30pm, drop-in arrival, swim ends at 6:30pm; decorating open 5:30-7:30pm
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA FRIDAYS - OCT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM	SENIOR CORNHOLE - SENIOR CORNHOLE Come join us to play Cornhole at the South Portland Community Center!  Please try to pre-register before attending the program.  Drop-ins always welcome! SEE NOTES, CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE FOR NO CORN HOLE DATES.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Karate Kids - Karate Kids- Fall 1 Students in this class will learn the basic strikes, blocks, kicks and stances used in karate training. This fundamental training also strengthens and prepares the body for the more difficult techniques ahead in one’s training. In addition to developing physical fitness, self-defense and safety skills, our karate program also helps your child build confidence, focus and respect for oneself and others.Instructor: Dragon Fire Martial ArtsMin 10/Max 25*No Class on November 28th 2025Scholarships available- Application linked below
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Pool Pumpkin Splash & Decorating - Splash & Decorate - Session 2 (All ages) Join us at the South Portland Pool for the THIRD annual Floating Pumpkin Patch! We will have the pool filled with real pumpkins, and each participant will get time to swim, splash, and pick a pumpkin of their choice.  After making a splash in the "pumpkin patch", join us in decorating your pumpkin with paint and stickers (no carving) and enjoy some light refreshments in the Casco Bay Room.Parents need to register if they plan to participate in the swimming portion or to receive a pumpkin. Any child who cannot swim independently must have a parent/guardian in the water with them. Lifeguards will be on duty, but please plan to stick close to your child, if they cannot swim independently.  You are welcome to use our provided floatation on any non-swimmer, but still must remain within an arm's length reach of the child at all times.For the morning session for toddlers: the pool will be open from 10-11am to splash and swim with the smaller sized/toddler pumpkins.  The Casco Bay Room will be open from 11-12 for pumpkin decorating and light refreshments.  For the evening session: the pool will be open from 5-6:30p to select your pumpkin, this will be drop-in style so arrive at your leisure. The "patch" will close at 6:30pm.  The Casco Bay Room will be open from 5:30-7:30 for refreshments and pumpkin decorating. There will be two sessions:Session 1 (ages 0-5, toddler sized pumpkins): 10-11am; decorating open 11-12pmSession 2 (all ages): 5-7:30pm, drop-in arrival, swim ends at 6:30pm; decorating open 5:30-7:30pm
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Saturday October 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Beginner Skills in Drawing - Beginner Thumbnail Sketches With Ink and Watercolor Beginner Thumbnail sketches with ink and watercolorThis five class series will teach beginners how to complete animal and figure sketches with ink and watercolor.  No experience needed.  We will be learning how to use gesture and value to effectively capture an image or scene.  Beginner Skills in Drawing Street Scenes and Landscapes:  This five class series will teach beginners how to approach drawing street scenes and landscapes from multiple techniques including gesture drawings, contour drawings, as well as value based drawings.  We will explore how to work both quickly and slowly at sketches.  Beginner Skills in Drawing People:This five class series will teach beginners how draw people in landscape scenes, as well as portrait settings.  We learn tips and tricks for capturing accurate proportions for adults and children. All classes will include step-by-step instructions.  No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Min 4 / Max 14Instructor: Joan Quinn
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Beginner Soft Pastel - Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons Beginner Soft Pastel: Celebration of Seasons: This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint landscapes.  No experience needed.  We will be learning about value, composition, and color while enjoying the beauty of painting New England fall, winter and spring scenes. Beginner Soft Pastel: Abstracts:  This five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to create abstracts using a structured approach by simplifying a representational drawing to essence.  We will be using soft pastel, graphite, and charcoal.  Beginner Soft Pastel: AnimalsThis five class series will teach beginner pastelists how to draw and paint animals such as cats, dogs, pigs and bears. In addition, students will learn how to use pastels to achieve both a sketch and finished painting look.  All classes will include step-by-step instructions. No experience needed.  Supplies are included in class. Instructor: Joan Quinn
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Youth Open Gym (K-12)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Pool Party w/Casco Bay Room (Haines)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Pool Party w/Activity Room (Pratt)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Girl scouts - Renee Morrison

Sunday October 5, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons October Sundays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons October Sundays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM	Youth Basketball Open Gym (K-12) - Youth Open Gym (K-12) Stop by and play some hoops with your friends or family!  Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults playing with their child do not need to pay.  Basketballs provided.  No foul language. No outside shoes on court. Please bring separate pair of sneakers to change into. No team practices. Must follow all rules and regulations of the facility. 50 person max.
2:00 PM - 3:45 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 30 - SUNDAYS DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Meeting
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Adult Volleyball Open Gym - Volleyball Drop in @ SPCC SOUTH PORTLAND COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN GYMS SUNDAYS October 6 - May 44:00 PM – 6:00 PMCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $4.00 - South Portland Residents  $5.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.

Monday October 6, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PUZZLE CLUB - PUZZLE CLUB Are you looking  for a new way to dive further into your obsession with jigsaw puzzles! We have just the thing for you! Puzzle Club is a great way to meet new puzzle lovers, learn new skills and strategies, and do even more puzzles! Come to the senior center and enjoy a morning of quiet puzzle making, 100-500 piece puzzles only (provided or bring your own) or work on bigger puzzles on the puzzle table.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS - MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Monthly birthday celebrations with cakes, cupcakes or treats and birthday bags for you if it is your birthday month! Come celebrate with others when it is their birthday month and invite others to come celebrate with you when it is your month! Please register for food and birthday bag purposes. Thank you!
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Drop In This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM	Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery - Yoga for Student Athletes: Enhance Performance & Recovery This yoga class is designed specifically for student athletes who want to improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus. Each class combines deep stretches, dynamic movements, and breathing exercises aimed at releasing tension and improving concentration, as well as increasing range of motion and joint mobility.Drop ins will be added as long as the class max has not been met, to secure your spot please register ahead of time.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Youth Dance - Dance: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of dance and movement, as well as explore jazz dance, tap dance, lyrical, hip hop and more! A great  class that covers lots of dance genres!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, have bare feet and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.*No programs on federal holidays*Scholarship information is available in the link below.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Youth Hip Hop Dance - Hip Hop: Fall 1 In this fun, 45 minute class, dancers will learn the basics of hip hop dance, an energetic and aerobic dance form that will keep you moving!Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move well in, wear clean sneakers and bring a water bottle. Please have longer hair tied back away from the face.Min 4/ Max 14*Scholarships available- Application linked below*No program on federal holidays
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Hand Built Ceramics - Adult Hand Built Ceramics Working with Kiln-fired clay, we will explore the variety of forms and techniques used in basic hand built ceramics. Break out your creative self.  Hint: The possibilities are endless!  Projects will be fired and glazed. This class does not use a pottery wheel. Dress for a little bit of mess. No senior discount for this program.  No senior discount. (Minimum of 4 / Maximum of 10)Instructor: Rachel FC Mills
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Adult Basketball Leagues - Monday League - Fall Adult Basketball League format8 regular season gamesPlayoffs 10 team seeded single elimination.5v5, 1 female and 1 male must be on the court for each teamRoster minimum of 8 players, max of 12 including 1 female and 1 male playerTwo - 20 minute halvesMen shots inside 3 point arc = 1 point, Outside arc = 2 pointsFemale shots inside 3 point arc = 2 points, Outside arc = 3 pointsRules are based off of the MPA rulesParticipants must be at least 18 years old and out of High school.Captains, once you register please email Whitney at wdorsett@southportland.govwith your team name and roster. She will create your team in MyRec. FREE AGENTS - Please register under whichever night you would like to play. Please select the free agent group. Free agents will be placed on teams on a first come, first served basis. YOU MUST HAVE BOTH YOUR SOPO ACCOUNT GENERAL AND CANCEL EMAIL OPTIONS AT "YES" TO RECEIVE LEAGUE EMAILS.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Yin Yoga - Yin Yoga Fall 1

Tuesday October 7, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - OCT. Strength and weight training are absolutely critical as one gets older. This class will teach you the best exercises to do, and how to do them with proper form so you get results and avoid injuries. You will learn what to do at the gym, or to just strength train at home with minimal equipment. Beginners will learn how to start, and intermediates will learn how to improve. Emphasis on strength, posture and balance. Please bring a mat!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA TUESDAYS - OCT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Vitality T'ai Chi for Seniors - T'ai Chi Tuesdays - T'AI CHI TUESDAYS - OCTOBER This program incorporates “T’ai Chi Moving for Better Balance”, an 8 posture standing form, with elements of Musical T’ai Chi which uses periods of seated movement; both practices will be integrated by learning the Great Breathing technique from Shaolin & Chinese Medicine. The musical background will be calming, peaceful and yet invigorating as the play element in T’ai Chi will be emphasized. Instructor, Michael Elliott is a 49 year practitioner.Tuesdays T'ai Chi is held two Tuesdays a month offered on the dates listed.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Pop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:00p.m. to enjoy some light refreshments and tea. A variety of teas will be served in our fancy china tea cups and tea pots. There’s always plenty to talk about!
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Robot Factory Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! October Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Wednesday October 8, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM	Senior Trip
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	GENTLE YOGA - Gentle Yoga Fall Express Whether it's your first time or you've been taking yoga for years, this class will meet you right where you are.  Martha emphasizes safe and effective alignment principles as she leads you through a sequence of yoga postures connecting the breath with body movement. Her goal for every class is that you leave feeling stronger, more flexible, balanced and happy!Min 5/ Max 25
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM	ELIZABETH PERKINS HOUSE MUSEUM & WHARF TOUR (LEVEL 2) - ELIZABETH PERKINS HOUSE MUSEUM & WHARF TOUR (LEVEL 2) Originally the house of ferrymen sea captains, the Perkins House Museum is a rambling, gated structure situated on the York River by Sewall’s Bridge. In 1898, it became the summer home of Mary Perkins and her daughter Elizabeth, who transformed the house into an environment evocative of colonial New England. The museum preserves the Perkin family's original interiors and possessions. Lunch out (on your own).
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	BRIDGE - BRIDGE Drop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30a.m. to play bridge.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Beginner Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing Fall 1 Join our beginner line dancing classes! Learn the basics step-by-step in a fun, supportive atmosphere. No partner needed. Get ready to groove to different music styles and feel confident hitting the dance floor!(No Senior Discount)Min 4 / Max 12Instructor: Linda Peters
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Rec Staff Meeting
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TRIVIA TIME - TRIVIA TIME Do you love trivia? Come to the Senior Drop in Center every Wednesday afternoon for trivia time! No teams, no prizes, just trivia, trivia, trivia. Each week we will come up with different trivia topics to test your knowledge! Light refreshments provided.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Rhythmic Gymnastics - Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fall 2 Inspiring the next generation of gymnasts. In Rhythmic Gymnastics, We aim to build a strong body and spark your curiosity while inspiring you to discover your talents and have fun! This Program will shape your young ladies intostrong, passionate, and disciplined individuals. We are dedicated to helping every child learn the art of rhythmic gymnastics and have fun while doing it . Our Mission goes far beyond gymnastics – We strive to create a healthy and positive environment for families and individuals to come and grow. We aim to inspire a new generation of gymnasts to work on their balance, flexibility,and body control while developing their confidence and self-esteem.The 5 Benefits of Rhythmic Gymnastics are: Team Building Proprioception Influence Reduce stress and pressure Builds Confidence Flexibility Classes will run for 1 hour and fifteen minutesMeet the talented and award-winning instructor, Asya Vinokur; who will show you how to move and express yourself with Rhythm and Grace!Hi there! My name is Asya Vinokur and I am a former elite-level competitive national gymnast who has won numerous medals and titles throughout the tri-state area of New York and surrounding states. I am proud to say that I have taken home titles such as N.Y. State champion, and Regional champion, and consistently stayed in the top 3 rankings for years.I have also qualified for Eastern/Western Opens and National Championships, ranking in the top 15 nationwide, which earned me elite-level status. Additionally, I have competed in invitational competitions nationwide during my 12-year career as a professional rhythmic gymnast.I was born in Belarus and came to the United States with my family at the age of 4. Growing up, I was born into a family of national team athletes, with my mother Valentina being a master of sport in equestrian riding and my father Dmitry being a master of sport for wrestling. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where I started practicing rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 6 and quickly progressed and excelled at the sport.Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and Can’t wait to see you in class!Min 4/Max 12Scholarships available- Application linked below
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Sopo Hoops - Millington
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	XLP BB Practices

Thursday October 9, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet? Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/crocheters/painters (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring a cushion!
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Senior Trip
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	DANCE FIT - DANCE FIT - OCTOBER Dance Fit is a low-medium impact dance infused workout that spans all genres of music and dance styles. Dance Fit is similar to Zumba and other dance fitness programs, offering a fun and engaging way to improve cardio fitness, strength, and coordination. Dance Fit classes are designed to be accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging participants to just move and enjoy the music.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	SABBATHDAY LAKE SHAKER MUSEUM TOUR (LEVEL 3) - SABBATHDAY LAKE SHAKER MUSEUM TOUR (LEVEL 3) 1-hour guided tour of the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Museum takes you through the 1794 Meetinghouse where you'll learn about the Shakers' arrival in America and their arrival at Sabbathday Lake.  You'll continue upstairs and in the next building's two floors where there are period exhibit rooms which explore a continuum of over 200 years of Shaker heritage in this, the only active Shaker Community in the world. Please note that this is a historic site and, as such, the 1-hour tour is not handicap accessible. There are many stairs and inclines and it is a full walking/standing tour.
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! October Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	South Portland Land Trust monthly Board Meeting
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM	Intro to Bellydancing - Intro to Bellydancing - Fall 1 Heather invites you to come learn fundamental movements of fusion bellydance!  Be open to moving your body in new ways while becoming aware of how to move those hips, articulate your spine, and isolate your chest...and maybe all at once! Bellydance can benefit cardiovascular health, release stress, improve mobility, and confidence! Come join us in this class discovering new ways to move while having fun! Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or socks recommended. Instructor: Heather Lundin
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga: Mindful Movement - Yoga: Mindful Movement Fall 1 YOGA: MINDFUL MOVEMENTLet’s get strong, calm and connected! Mindful movement with Liz Merci is a blend of meditation, deep breathing, gentle/restorative, vinyasa and hatha yoga expertly woven together to create a joyful journey on the yoga mat for all levels of practitioners! Liz is known for her fun, creative, inspiring sequences that will guide you to connect to the body and make space for self-compassion. This class is adaptable and accessible to all adults.About Liz: born & raised in Maine! She’s been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2018. She has studied vinyasa yoga, trauma informed yoga, awakening yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, restorative yoga, mobility and functional movement. She loves to walk the green belt while listening to a podcast. She has her bachelor’s degree in public health from UMass Amherst and served in the Peace Corps! Min 5 / Max 20Drop In Rate: $12.00 Meet Liz online : lizmerci.com

Friday October 10, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Wake up with Meditation - Wake Up with Mediation - Fall 1 Wake up with Meditation: A path to inner calm and focusThis class offers an exploration into the benefits of meditation for stress reduction, increased focus, and emotional well-being. Through a blend of guided and silent meditation techniques, including breath work and mindfulness practices, participants will learn practical tools to cultivate inner peace and presence in their daily lives.Min 4 / Max 15Instructor: Heather Lundin
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	No School Days - No School Day - Friday, 10/10 NO SCHOOL DAYS We offer programs on some No School Days for children in grades K-5 who are South Portland residents. These take place at the South Portland Community Center from 8 am to 5pm. Children will enjoy field trips, special events, inside and outside play and arts and crafts. We will also swim if the pool is available. There are no sibling discounts for this program. Min 20/Max 40.    What To Bring:Lunch and 2 snacks                                                                                                  Refillable Water BottleSwimsuit & TowelChange of Clothes
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG FRIDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA FRIDAYS - OCT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	No School Day program
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Karate Kids - Karate Kids- Fall 1 Students in this class will learn the basic strikes, blocks, kicks and stances used in karate training. This fundamental training also strengthens and prepares the body for the more difficult techniques ahead in one’s training. In addition to developing physical fitness, self-defense and safety skills, our karate program also helps your child build confidence, focus and respect for oneself and others.Instructor: Dragon Fire Martial ArtsMin 10/Max 25*No Class on November 28th 2025Scholarships available- Application linked below
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Saturday October 11, 2025
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Youth Open Gym (k-12)

Sunday October 12, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons October Sundays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons October Sundays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM	Youth Basketball Open Gym (K-12) - Youth Open Gym (K-12) Stop by and play some hoops with your friends or family!  Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults playing with their child do not need to pay.  Basketballs provided.  No foul language. No outside shoes on court. Please bring separate pair of sneakers to change into. No team practices. Must follow all rules and regulations of the facility. 50 person max.
2:00 PM - 3:45 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 30 - SUNDAYS DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Adult Volleyball Open Gym - Volleyball Drop in @ SPCC SOUTH PORTLAND COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN GYMS SUNDAYS October 6 - May 44:00 PM – 6:00 PMCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $4.00 - South Portland Residents  $5.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.

Monday October 13, 2025
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM	CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Tuesday October 14, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	CPO Class
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - STRENGTH AND WEIGHT TRAINING THE RIGHT WAY - OCT. Strength and weight training are absolutely critical as one gets older. This class will teach you the best exercises to do, and how to do them with proper form so you get results and avoid injuries. You will learn what to do at the gym, or to just strength train at home with minimal equipment. Beginners will learn how to start, and intermediates will learn how to improve. Emphasis on strength, posture and balance. Please bring a mat!
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	UKULELE SING-A-LONGS - UKULELE SING-A-LONGS New! Join Ray Glass and few friends from the Jolly Ukes for a fun hour of sing-a-long songs! In December we will be singing Christmas Carols!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	SP OOST Network
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	ZUMBA - EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! - ZUMBA TUESDAYS - OCT. Group exercise classes that blend rhythmic Latin, and contemporary music with work at your own level dance moves. Easy to follow choreography focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance to make getting in shape more fun than ever while forgetting you’re even exercising! Various class routines will build on toning. Use of 1lb weights optional.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg.  You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available.  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Pop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:00p.m. to enjoy some light refreshments and tea. A variety of teas will be served in our fancy china tea cups and tea pots. There’s always plenty to talk about!
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Steamworks for Kids- STEM Workshops - Robot Factory Dino Dig & Fossil Hunt: Step back in time as you explore Archeology, Palaeontology, and Geology while excavating the simulated bones of your own model dinosaur. Assemble the fossil from your own dig to complete a 3 dimensional model of a dinosaur to take home. Use your archaeology skills to dig and identify 20-million- year- old shark teeth and other fossils. See, hold, and identify items from ancient rock and mineral collections, and design your own dinosaurs based on your exploration. Min 8/Max 20CSI: Crim Scene Investigation: The STEAMworks Lab has been broken into and a crime was committed! -Will you be the Science Sleuth to solve the case? Find out by using, forensic, observation , and crime lab chemistry while you perform different experiments. Gather clues, take fingerprints, analyze evidence , and discover how to use science to solve the crime! Min 8/Max 20Robot Factory: Build a series of wacky, motorized robots with your very own mechanical engineering kit. Use the Engineering Design Process to engineer your own design, then enter your robots into different contest and challenges. Prepare for Battle Bots and the Robot Royale! Min 8/Max 20Coin & Candy Vending Machine Engineers: Have fun learning about gears, simple machines, gravity, forces, motion and collisions in this interactive, hands-on Engineering workshop. Enjoy challenges and use the Engineering Design process to build and play with your very own coin and candy vending machine to keep! Min 8/Max 20Wizardry School of Science: Join in the escapades of your favorite magical characters while discovering the science behind the magic in this fun, chemistry and physics-based workshop. Make edible wands, brew fantastic potions, and create "magical” chemical reactions as you earn your Wizardry of Science diploma! Watch a mirage mysteriously appear, experiment with color and light, and see who knows the most fun facts about Wizarding. Are you a Science Wizard? Come and find out! Min 8/Max 20Chemistry Creations: Become a chemist and a creator as you discover hands-on science fun!You will explore the world of Chemistry while creating fun things to take home each day. Learn About matter, chemicals, and reactions; watch demonstrations and create your own experiments. Use the Scientific Method to make some science fun! Min 8/Max 20
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! October Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Volleyball - Middle School Volleyball: League Middle School Volleyball League Our Middle School Volleyball Program fosters teamwork, skill development, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all skill levels, players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through drills, games, and team play while building confidence and sportsmanship.Middle School Volleyball ClinicsWe are pleased to have Coach Emily Savage back to offer middle schoolers a chance to come to learn how to play volleyball! Open to all skill levels. This program will introduce skills and playing format for middle school students interested in learning how to play volleyball! *Scholarships available- Application linked below

Wednesday October 15, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	CPO Class
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	GENTLE YOGA - Gentle Yoga Fall Express Whether it's your first time or you've been taking yoga for years, this class will meet you right where you are.  Martha emphasizes safe and effective alignment principles as she leads you through a sequence of yoga postures connecting the breath with body movement. Her goal for every class is that you leave feeling stronger, more flexible, balanced and happy!Min 5/ Max 25
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	BRIDGE - BRIDGE Drop into the SPCC Senior Drop in Center Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30a.m. to play bridge.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Beginner Line Dancing - Beginner Line Dancing Fall 1 Join our beginner line dancing classes! Learn the basics step-by-step in a fun, supportive atmosphere. No partner needed. Get ready to groove to different music styles and feel confident hitting the dance floor!(No Senior Discount)Min 4 / Max 12Instructor: Linda Peters
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball 18+ - LUNCH TIME T,W,F DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	TRIVIA TIME - TRIVIA TIME Do you love trivia? Come to the Senior Drop in Center every Wednesday afternoon for trivia time! No teams, no prizes, just trivia, trivia, trivia. Each week we will come up with different trivia topics to test your knowledge! Light refreshments provided.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Facilities Staff Meeting
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Parkinsons exercise class
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM	teen center trip
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Rhythmic Gymnastics - Rhythmic Gymnastics: Fall 2 Inspiring the next generation of gymnasts. In Rhythmic Gymnastics, We aim to build a strong body and spark your curiosity while inspiring you to discover your talents and have fun! This Program will shape your young ladies intostrong, passionate, and disciplined individuals. We are dedicated to helping every child learn the art of rhythmic gymnastics and have fun while doing it . Our Mission goes far beyond gymnastics – We strive to create a healthy and positive environment for families and individuals to come and grow. We aim to inspire a new generation of gymnasts to work on their balance, flexibility,and body control while developing their confidence and self-esteem.The 5 Benefits of Rhythmic Gymnastics are: Team Building Proprioception Influence Reduce stress and pressure Builds Confidence Flexibility Classes will run for 1 hour and fifteen minutesMeet the talented and award-winning instructor, Asya Vinokur; who will show you how to move and express yourself with Rhythm and Grace!Hi there! My name is Asya Vinokur and I am a former elite-level competitive national gymnast who has won numerous medals and titles throughout the tri-state area of New York and surrounding states. I am proud to say that I have taken home titles such as N.Y. State champion, and Regional champion, and consistently stayed in the top 3 rankings for years.I have also qualified for Eastern/Western Opens and National Championships, ranking in the top 15 nationwide, which earned me elite-level status. Additionally, I have competed in invitational competitions nationwide during my 12-year career as a professional rhythmic gymnast.I was born in Belarus and came to the United States with my family at the age of 4. Growing up, I was born into a family of national team athletes, with my mother Valentina being a master of sport in equestrian riding and my father Dmitry being a master of sport for wrestling. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where I started practicing rhythmic gymnastics at the age of 6 and quickly progressed and excelled at the sport.Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and Can’t wait to see you in class!Min 4/Max 12Scholarships available- Application linked below
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Historical Society Meetings
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons October Wednesdays This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Comminty Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	XLP BB Practices

Thursday October 16, 2025
12:01 AM - 12:01 PM	CALL FOR ARTISTS OF THE MONTH - CALL FOR ARTIST OF THE MONTH Here is an opportunity to display your art at the SPCC Senior Drop-In Center! We are accepting drawings, paintings photography, fabric art and mixed media flat works from a different artist each month. Display equipment will be provided. To be considered for this opportunity, request an application from Judy Tourangeau at the Senior Drop-In Center, or by email: jtourangeau@southportland.gov
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ SPCC We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 8AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Senior Trip
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM	Strictly Strength - Strictly Strength October 9AM Strictly StrengthStrictly Strength is a small group strength training class utilizing free weights, body weight and resistance bands. This program allows for more one on one attention and more personalized exercises tailored to each participant. Min 5 / Max 25Instructor: Karen McCueBodyflex2011@gmail.com
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet? Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/crocheters/painters (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring a cushion!
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM	BINGO ON PEAKS ISLAND (LEVEL 2) - BINGO ON PEAKS ISLAND (LEVEL 2) Come with us as we sail over to Peaks Island for an afternoon of fun. We will be joining other surrounding senior recreation programs and taking the Ferry over to Peaks Island Community Center. There we will all play BINGO together and socialize! Do not worry if the hill is too much walking for you, Portland will have their bus to shuttle people if needed. Please pack your own lunch to enjoy. We will provide light desserts and of course have prizes!
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	DANCE FIT - DANCE FIT - OCTOBER Dance Fit is a low-medium impact dance infused workout that spans all genres of music and dance styles. Dance Fit is similar to Zumba and other dance fitness programs, offering a fun and engaging way to improve cardio fitness, strength, and coordination. Dance Fit classes are designed to be accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, encouraging participants to just move and enjoy the music.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards!  Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun.  Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Driver Education - Right Choice Driving School - Fall Session 1 The Right Choice Driving School owner and director Tim O’Carroll has 20 years’ experience running this program. Instructors are licensed by the State of Maine. Students must be at least 15 years of age by the course starting date. 10 hours of driving instruction included in addition to classroom time. Min 10 Max 15.Registration opens August 11 for Residents and August 14 for Non-Residents
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	MainelyNP Wellness Series: Nurturing Health Through Knowledge - Movement That Feels Good: Finding Your Fitness Introducing Amy Brown, a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of experience. Amy holds a Bachelor's in Nursing from the University of Maine, a Master's in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine, and is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. With expertise in primary care and lifestyle medicine, she provides comprehensive, patient-centered care and emphasizes preventive and health promotion strategies to improve overall well-being. Amy brings a wealth of knowledge to her role as a health education instructor at our community center. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to make informed health choices for a holistic and thriving lifestyle.Snack Smart, Live Strong: Nutrition Tips for Busy LivesJoin us for a fun and interactive community health talk that cuts through the confusion and delivers practical tips for nourishing your body—no fad diets, no guilt, just real talk. Led by Amy Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner from South Portland with a passion for helping people make simple sustainable changes. This session will explore how to decode food labels so you know what you’re really eating, build balanced meals even when you’re short on time, and create satisfying snack ideas (with tasty samples and recipes to take home). Movement That Feels Good: Finding Your Fitness Let’s shift the focus from punishment to joy when it comes to movement. Join Amy Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner from South Portland, for an engaging community health talk that explores how physical activity can support your mood, energy, strength, and long-term health—without needing to follow a strict routine or hit the gym every day.  You’ll learn about the benefits of balance, strength, and flexibility and try out the quick activity stations to find movement that feels good for your body. Whether you're just getting started or looking to mix things up, this talk will leave you feeling motivated and supported.Know Your Numbers: What Labs and Vitals Really Tell YouEver wonder what your blood pressure, cholesterol, or lab work actually mean? Join Amy Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner from South Portland, for a down-to-earth conversation about the health numbers that matter—and how to make sense of them. We’ll decode sample lab results, complete a blood pressure screen, and share some lifestyle tips to improve your numbers and health. Mindfulness for Everyday People (Not Just Yogis)Mindfulness doesn’t require a meditation cushion or a yoga retreat. Join Amy Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner from South Portland, for a relaxed and approachable session on how to use mindfulness in real life—whether you're commuting, parenting, working, or just trying to keep it together. In this interactive talk you’ll learn simple ways to bring calm and focus into your daily routine, create a community gratitude wall, and take home a mindfulness card or two. Come as you are—this is mindfulness for real life, not perfection.
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM	Mix it Up! - Mix it Up! October Mix it up! is a co-ed group strength training class utilizing various methods of training as well as a variety of exercises and equipment. The class is designed for all ages and all fitness levels. On Tuesdays, we kick up the intensity a little bit and incorporate interval training. Thursday’s focus is on total body strength training. Mix it Up! is easy to follow and will make you sweat.  (Maximum of 25) Please note this adult class will only allow a 10% Senior Discount.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Explore Girl Scouts
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM	Intro to Bellydancing - Intro to Bellydancing - Fall 1 Heather invites you to come learn fundamental movements of fusion bellydance!  Be open to moving your body in new ways while becoming aware of how to move those hips, articulate your spine, and isolate your chest...and maybe all at once! Bellydance can benefit cardiovascular health, release stress, improve mobility, and confidence! Come join us in this class discovering new ways to move while having fun! Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or socks recommended. Instructor: Heather Lundin
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga: Mindful Movement - Yoga: Mindful Movement Fall 1 YOGA: MINDFUL MOVEMENTLet’s get strong, calm and connected! Mindful movement with Liz Merci is a blend of meditation, deep breathing, gentle/restorative, vinyasa and hatha yoga expertly woven together to create a joyful journey on the yoga mat for all levels of practitioners! Liz is known for her fun, creative, inspiring sequences that will guide you to connect to the body and make space for self-compassion. This class is adaptable and accessible to all adults.About Liz: born & raised in Maine! She’s been practicing yoga for over 15 years and teaching since 2018. She has studied vinyasa yoga, trauma informed yoga, awakening yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, restorative yoga, mobility and functional movement. She loves to walk the green belt while listening to a podcast. She has her bachelor’s degree in public health from UMass Amherst and served in the Peace Corps! Min 5 / Max 20Drop In Rate: $12.00 Meet Liz online : lizmerci.com