Mature Adult Center Activities - May & June 2026
The Mature Adult Center’s mission is to provide excellent resources, foster meaningful relationships, and fulfill opportunities for aging well. The center is open to everyone! We welcome participants from both within and outside Solana Beach and offer a variety of programs, activities and services, including classes, discussion groups, games, entertainment, and a delicious Wednesday lunch program.
The Mature Adult Center is open to everyone and is located at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church in Debin Hall (120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075).
They have many programs, activities, and services available every week, both in-person and virtually through Zoom. For an update on upcoming programs, please call (858) 509-2587 or check out the Mature Adult Center’s current Encore Newsletter.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Wednesday Programs & Lunch
Wednesdays are BIG days at the Mature Adult Center, featuring classes, discussion groups, games, entertainment, and a delicious lunch. Enjoy a fun program and delicious meal with friends every Wednesday in Debin Hall. Programs/Entertainment start at 11:30 AM, and lunch starts at 12:15 PM.
Reservations are required one week in advance. Lunch is $10 per person or $11 for to-go meals. Special funds are available for anyone needing assistance. Contact the Mature Adult Center at (858) 509-2587 for more information.
May & June Lineup:
- May 6: Mission Focus - "Packing Party" by New Day Ministries. Menu: Pulled Pork Sandwiches. (RSVP by 05/01/2026)
- May 13: Walt Whitman - An American Poet Immortalized. Menu: Tuna Cakes. (RSVP by 05/08/2026)
- May 20: Celebrate May Birthdays with singer Margo Sky. Menu: Chicken Salad. (RSVP by 05/15/2026). Birthday Sponsor: Bayshire Torrey Pines Senior Living
- May 27: Hamlet's Guide to Happiness by Rob Crisell. Menu: Memorial Day Picnic. (RSVP by 05/22/2026)
- June 3: Join us as we end another amazing Mature Adult Center membership season. We'll celebrate June and July Birthdays and enjoy a Hawaiian luau lunch featuring Tahitian dancers. (RSVP by 05/29/2026). Birthday Sponsor: Belmont Senior Living Cardiff.
Feeling Fit Club (Virtual)
Stay active from home on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 AM, with this free virtual fitness class. Led by Sue Grant, this class is sponsored by San Diego County’s Aging and Independent Services. You are welcome to participate on one or both days. For Zoom links and updates, contact Donna at 858-342-0981.
Silver Age (Chair) Yoga
Open to all on Fridays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Debin Hall’s lower level, Room 16 (Parking in lot #2 is easiest). Instructors Elizabeth Young and Terri Rucker co-lead the Silver Age Yoga class, which is designed specifically for the needs of seniors of all ability levels. This “chair only” class means no mats and no getting on the floor. There is no fee, but donations are welcome for non-profit Silver Age Yoga. Note: No yoga on June 19th, and no yoga for the month of July. Yoga will resume August 7.
Get a Dose of GOOD News
One of our wonderful Mature Adult Center couples, Frank and Toni Wong, will lead a discussion group featuring only Good News to brighten and enrich our lives. Mark your calendars for the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, at 10:15 AM in Debin Hall. Check out Good News Network at goodnewsnetwork.org or bring a good news item to share. Note: No group June 3 - September 2. Meeting again on September 9.
Basic Tech Support
Are you baffled by apps, or need some basic computer guidance? Christopher Slate, Library Technician with the Solana Beach Library, will be at the Mature Adult Center offering basic tech support on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 1:15-2 PM in Debin Hall. No appointment is necessary. Note: No Basic Tech Support after June 3 through August.
Book Club
The Book Club kicks off another season of great discussions. If you love reading, want to keep your mind sharp, and enjoy expanding your social circle, this group is for you! Join this great group for in-person discussions on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:15 PM, in Debin Hall Room 16. If you are interested in joining the Book Club or want to know what they are currently reading, contact Carol Pletcher at (858) 248-3528 or pletcher.carol@gmail.com. Note: No Book Club in July & August. Resuming schedule in September.
- May Discussion: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
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Goodreads Choice Award/Nominee for Reader's Favorite Historical Fiction (2024)
Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River Freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer, she is privy to much of what goes on behind closed doors in Hallowell. Her diary is a record of every birth and death, crime and debacle that unfolds in the close-knit community. Months earlier, Martha documented the details of an alleged rape committed by two of the town's most respected gentlemen - one of whom has now been found dead in the ice. But when a local physician undermines her conclusion, declaring the death an accident, Martha is forced to investigate the shocking murder on her own.
Over the course of one winter, as the trial nears, and whispers and prejudices mount, Martha doggedly pursues the truth, Her diary soon lands at the center of the scandal, implicating those she loves, and compelling Martha to decide where her own loyalties lie.
Copies of The Frozen River are available at the Mature Adult Center (MAC) or via Libby on your reading device. To reserve/pick up a copy from MAC call 858-509-2587. The book discussion is on Wednesday, May 13th at 1:15 PM in Room 16.
- June Discussion: Hamlet by William Shakespeare
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The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, often shortened to Hamlet, is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare sometime between 1599 and 1601. The story is set in Denmark and is considered one of the most powerful and influential tragedies in the English language. The story has had seemingly endless retelling and adaptation by others and is widely considered one of the greatest plays of all times.
Hamlet Summary:
The ghost of the King of Denmark tells his son Hamlet to avenge his murder by killing the new king, Hamlet's uncle. Hamlet feigns madness, contemplates life and death, and seeks revenge. His uncle, fearing for his life, also devises a plot to kill Hamlet. The play continues with a duel. To find out what happens next; you'll just have to read the book!
Copies of Hamlet will be available at the Mature Adult Center (MAC) or via Libby on your reading device. To reserve/pick up a copy from MAC call 858-509-2587. The last book discussion is on Wednesday, June 3rd at 1:15 PM in Room 16.
Ginny’s Sewing Club
If you love to sew, then come join this lovely group of gals who meet every 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in Debin Hall’s lower level, Room 16, to stitch and chat. There are plenty of non-sewing tasks as well! They often bring lunch to enjoy some social time together after the sewing session. For more information, contact Cindy at (858) 509-2587 or Elizabeth at (858) 509-2587. Note: Not meeting in June & July. Resuming schedule in August.
Knitters & Crochet Club
Knitting and crocheting are ideal activities for maintaining dexterity and mental sharpness while enjoying time with friends. This closely knit group meets at 10:00 AM on Wednesdays in Debin Hall. Everyone is welcome to come knit, crochet, and chat for a while. Note: No group June 10 - September 2. Schedule will resume on September 9.
Day Trips Opportunities
Mission San Luis Rey & Prince of Peace Abbey
Join us on this National Day of Prayer with an opportunity for prayer at two religious sites in North County. The day includes a self guided audio tour at the Mission San Luis Rey, followed by a delicious lunch at the San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant, and end with a tour at the Prince of Peace Abbey, a Benedictine Monastery founded in 1958. This will be a beautiful day of reflection & enlightenment. Everyone is welcome!
DATE: Thursday, May 7, 2026
COST: $30.00 - Includes transportation and tours
DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00 AM RETURNING: By 3:30 PM
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 8 (standing, walking, sitting and a few stairs)
RSVP by calling 858-509-2587 or email Elizabeth@solanapres.org.
Tour the Marine Corp Museum at MCRD, San Diego
"Oorah!" You won't want to miss this docent led museum tour. We'll gain valuable insight into the mechanics and history of the Marine Corps. The museum provides an educational setting that portrays the legacy of the Marine Corps for the training of recruits and the continuing education of Marines, supports the recruiting effort, and serves as a bridge to the community.
DATE: Thursday, May 28, 2026
COST: $20.00 - Includes transportation and museum entrance. No host lunch.
DEPTARTURE TIME: 10:00 AM RETURNING: By 3:00 PM
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 6 (standing, sitting and a few stairs)
Reservation Deadline: May 20th
Note: Real ID or Passport required day of excursion
RSVP by calling 858-509-2587 or email Elizabeth@solanapres.org.
Solana Beach Presbyterian Church Spring Choir Concert
Enjoy an afternoon filled with beautiful music at SBPC. This choir will feature Michael John Trotta's "Seven Last Words" followed by a collection of resurrection anthems. You won't want to miss this spectacular musical event! Invite your friends and family. Everyone is welcome!
DATE: Sunday, June 7, 2026
COST: Freewill offering
PLACE: Solana Beach Presbyterian Church
TIME: 2:00 PM Performance
Extraordinary Desserts & IMAX Wolves
Be sure to come hungry because our adventure start with lunch and dessert at Extraordinary Desserts. Literally, you'll think you've died and gone back to heaven when you see their menu, baked goods, pies, and cakes. Following lunch, we'll head to Balboa Park to take a short stroll around the fountain before heading in to watch a movie at the IMAX Dome Theater - Lost Wolves of Yellowstone.
DATE: Thursday, June 18, 2026
COST: $25.00 - Includes IMAX & transportation. No host lunch & dessert at Extraordinary Desserts.
DEPARTURE TIME: 11:00 AM RETURN: Close to 4:30 PM
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 5 (standing, walking, sitting and a few stairs)
RSVP by calling 858-509-2587 or email Elizabeth@solanapres.org.
Extended Travel Opportunities
C.S. Lewis & Other Gifts of the British Isles - September 21–October 2, 2026
Delve into the beautiful and fascinating world and words of C.S. Lewis, the gifted and prolific author. Along the way, explore places associated with other famous literary figures, including J.R.R. Tolkien, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens.
Our adventure begins in dynamic Belfast, Northern Ireland, the birthplace of C.S. Lewis, and along the Antrim Coast, where his family vacationed. We’ll continue to England, where he was educated and spent much of his adult life. During our travels, retired pastor and Lewis expert Mark Vermaire will help us see how Lewis’ stories enchant, intrigue, and prod us to consider our own faith and life. We’ll stroll through the charming university cities of Bath, Oxford, and Cambridge; stand in awe of the Giant’s Causeway and ancient Stonehenge; take in the rolling hills and picturesque stone villages of the Cotswolds; and delight in the vibrancy and elegance of London.
For more information or to receive a detailed flyer of this amazing excursion with Witte Spiritual Journeys, please contact Mark & Lori Vermaire (760) 522-2750 or markvermaire@gmail.com.
For more Mature Adult Center information, call (858) 509-2587 or email Cindy Wright at Cindy@solanapres.org or Elizabeth Arthur at Elizabeth@solanapres.org. The Mature Adult Center location: Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, 120 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075.