September 2025 | Scottsdale Senior Services | Senior Services Facebook page
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Join Jessica Rapp with special co-host, Greer Albaugh in this latest episode as they talk to Scottsdale's Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation, Kevin McKee. In this episode they touch on finding your purpose, staying active as you age and how Scottdale's Park and Recreation department can help you achieve those goals. Listen to episodes on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
Center Programs
Congregate Lunch Program
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Come enjoy a fresh and nutritious meal at either senior center. Monthly lunch menus are available at both centers and online. Reservations are required. Doors open at 11 a.m. and lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $4 for ages 50+/$7 for ages 49 and under
Via Linda Senior Center
Lunch is served Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
See front desk or call 480-312-5810 to make a reservation at least two days in advance.
Granite Reef Senior Center
Lunch is served Monday – Friday.
Please call 480-312-1724 to make a reservation at least one day in advance.
Music and Muffins
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Join us for an hour of building community through the joy of music. Group will discuss music and playlists with a group leader from AZ Music Fest. Playlists will be emailed to each participant prior the group meeting. Coffee and muffins will be provided. Sign up on the first day of each month. Register.
When: 10 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9
Where: Via Linda Senior Center
Location: 10440 E. Via Linda
Cost: Free
Hawaiian Luau
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Get ready to hula! Join us for an afternoon of island fun and aloha spirit at the Hawaiian Luau! Enjoy delicious island cuisine and entertainment that will make you feel like you’re on island time. Register.
When: Noon – 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17
Where: Granite Reef Senior Center
Location: 1700 N. Granite Reef Road
Cost: $10
Chat GPT – The Basics
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Come ready to learn about the benefits and limitations of Chat GPT, and how it might be useful and fun in your everyday life. Register.
When: 11 a.m. – noon Tuesday, Sept. 30
Where: Granite Reef Senior Center
Location: 1700 N. Granite Reef Road
Cost: Free
Art All Around Us
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Join our docent for a free visual lecture series present by Phoenix Art Museum.
Granite Reef Senior Center:
First Tuesday of the month with programming starting at 10 a.m.
Via Linda Senior Center:
On the fourth Thursday of the month with programming starting at 1 p.m.
Memory Lounge
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This free, arts-based program is for individuals with mild to moderate memory loss and their caregivers. A collaboration between Scottsdale Senior Services and Scottsdale Arts, workshops are led by professional artists that help individuals and their caregivers create meaningful memories through creative engagement. This program is offered at both senior centers. Register.
Granite Reef Senior Center:
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10
Via Linda Senior Center:
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24
Mindful Movement
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Take time for a reset to refresh and revitalize the mind and body. This relaxing experience includes slow mindful movement, Yoga Nidra, a deep, guided meditation and ends with a Sound Experience. This class will be mainly on the floor with some props to support the body. This practice is accessible to most everyone and could be done in a chair as well. Register.
When: 1 – 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18
Where: Via Linda Senior Center
Location: 10440 E. Via Linda
Cost: $15 (R) / $20 (NR)
Duplicate Sanction Bridge
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Take part in a friendly game of Sanction Duplicate Bridge! Games are scheduled weekly and partners are required. Players are allowed to sign up online one month at a time. Bridge drop-ins are allowed only if space is available. There will be no refunds or transfers once payment is made. If you would like emails concerning the schedule, partners or results, contact director Mary Beth at [email protected]. Register.
When: Every Wednesday starting at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Via Linda Senior Center
Location: 10440 E. Via Linda
Cost: $8
Senior Trip
Western Spirit Museum – Coffee with Seniors
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Scott Baxter, fine art photographer, captures the dichotomy between the elegance and untamed nature of the American West. Baxter's work is in numerous museums and private collections including The Phoenix Art Museum, Desert Caballeros Western Museum, The Booth Museum of Western Art, Taos Art Museum and the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Museum. Baxter has shot editorially and commercially for Alta Journal, Arizona Highways magazine, The New York Times, Cowboys and Indians among others. Register.
When: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25
Pick up from Granite Reef Senior Center at 10 a.m.
Pick up from Via Linda Senior Center at 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
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