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Join us for a friendly game of Bingo!
The Goodman Community Center serves older adults (60+) with a regular calendar of activities and resources for living well. See old friends and make new ones while you enjoy gentle exercise, delicious meals, favorite games and other programs. No reservations or registrations are required for meals and programs.
A typical week features a salad at 11:40, followed by an entree. See below for special daily activities:
- Mondays: Lunch, followed by Nickel Bingo
- Tuesdays: Lunch, followed by Euchre
- Wednesdays: All-day program! Gentle exercise at 10:00 am, followed by coffee and fellowship, lunch, and Nickel Bingo until 2:30 pm.
- Thursdays: Lunch, followed by bridge
- Fridays: Walking group at 9 am (meet at front desk), coffee and fellowship at 11:00 am, lunch
Scroll down to read about meals, Bingo, exercise, and other activities for older adults, or download our sample calendar for older adults. 
Do you have questions about our Older Adult programs? Looking to connect with services for people who are 60+? Want to share ideas for programs you'd like to lead or attend? Just looking for more information? Contact Marlene Storms at 241.1574 x232 or marlene@goodmancenter.org.
Note: Poor weather may cause cancellation of Goodman Community Center events, activities and programs. The Goodman Community Center closes when the Madison schools close due to weather conditions
Meals and activities for older adults
Upcoming Events
Valentine's Day Entertainment & Lunch
Musical Entertainmenl will start at 10:30 am, followed by meal and a dessert. Those who wish can stay for Tuesday euchre tournament that starts at 1pm. Reservations are required for this meal--RSVPs are due by Wednesday, Feb. 6. Contact Marlene to RSVP at marlene@goodmancenter.org or 608-241-1574 x232
Spring Entertainment & Luncheon
When: Tuesday, March 19The Musical Entertainment will start at 10:30 am, followed by the meal and dessert at 11:45 am. Reservations are required by Wednesday, March 13.
Older adults are welcome to bring a family member or two. They are also encouraged to bring friends who may be new to the Goodman Community Center. All meals are by donation.
Several volunteers are needed for each meal, including servers and bakers. Contact marlene if you would like to help out at marlene@goodmancenter.org or 608-241-1574 x232 .
Philosophy of the Wise
You don't need prior knowledge of Philosophy, or the so-called "facility for deep thinking." This philosophical journey will provide you with intimate, life-enriching conversation. Topics are explored in an open-mined way. Course subject matter is decided collaboratively by enrolled participants. Discussion materials are provided.
Ping Pong
When: Thursdays 12:30pm-2:30 pmMSCR Goodman-Rotary 50 will host a free walking workshop that starts in the GCC gym and then takes to the bike path. The workshop is free but registration is required by calling MSCR Goodman-Rotary 50 at 204-3023.
Monday through Friday Meals
The Goodman Community Center is now a Dane County Nutrition site which means we now serve affordable, tasty noon meals five times a week. Enjoy our delicious hot noon meals, prepared in our own kitchen. Door-to-door bus service within a designated service area is provided through Dane County.
Interetested in Bus Service? Bus service, provided by NESCO, the North/Eastside Senior Coalition, is available in the following service area: The Capitol square east to Highway 51, south to Lake Monona and Olbrich Park, and north to the city limits, including Maple Bluff and parts of Blooming Grove.
More info about meals and other food resources...
Days: Monday-Friday
Times: 11:30-1:00
Age requirements: 60+ for Dane County senior meal site.
Fee: Meals are by donation for anyone 60+
Registration required: Meal reservations are not required. Transportation requires advance notice.
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Monday and Wednesday Lunch and Bingo
Join your neighbors for a nutritious meal in the Bolz Senior Room. Doors open at 10:00am to read the paper, play games and socialize with friends. A nutritious tossed salad is served at 11:40 and lunch is served at noon, with bingo to follow. (See full description of bingo below.)
Monday's Schedule: 10:00am-2:00pm. Salad at 11:40, followed by entree. Nickel bingo following.
Wednesday's Schedule: 10:00am-3:00pm. Salad at 11:40, followed by entree. Nickel bingo from 12:45-2:30 pm.
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: Meals are by donation
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Bingo!
Come for lunch and stay for the fun, or just drop in to play. Join us in the Bolz Room at the Center. Where else can you have so much fun for a nickel or a penny?
Days: Mondays NICKEL Bingo, Wednesdays NICKEL Bingo
Times: Mondays 12:30-2:00 pm, Wednesdays 12:45-2:30pm
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: Nickel per card on Monday and Wednesday
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Bingo Guidelines: The seniors and Center staff created guidelines to minimize misunderstandings and maximize the enjoyment of all. For instance, there is a four card maximum per player and players are asked to come prepared with their nickels or pennies depending on the type of Bingo played that day. Download the full list of Guidelines. 
Bridge Time
If cards are your game, join us for Bridge!
Days: Every Thursday afternoon
Times: 12:30-2:30 game time
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: None
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Direcor
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Euchre party & Tournament
If cards are your game, join the Euchre party! Join us for dessert before the game.
Days: First Saturday of each month
Times: 12:30-1:00 dessert, 1:00-3:00pm game time
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: $1 to feed the Kitty. Top 3 scorers win prizes.
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Euchre Tournament >> New on Tuesdays
If cards are your game, join the Euchre party! Join us for dessert before the game.
Days: Every Tuesday
Times: 12:30-2:30 game time
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: $1 to feed the Kitty. Top 3 scorers win prizes.
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Exercise for older adults
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Sarah Watts' gentle exercise class
is popular with men and women.
Gentle Exercise
Work on stretching and range of motion exercises. Class can be done either standing or sitting in a chair.
Dates and Times: Wednesday 10-11am and Fridays 9-10am
Age requirements: 60+
Fee: $1 suggested donation
Registration required: No
Contact: Marlene Storms, Older Adult Program Director
Email:marlene@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x232
Interested in information? We bring in community resource people with specialties ranging from hospice to healthy nutrition. We're interested in your suggestions for programs and activities. Let us hear from you!
Would you like to volunteer with our programs for older adults? Find out more about volunteering with the Goodman Community Center.
For the current schedule of older adult programs, check out our online activities calendar.
To find out about all the activities we offer for older adults, or to offer suggestions, contact Marlene Storms, marlene@goodmancenter.org or 241.1574 x232.
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