The Hillsboro County in the Tampa area has a lot to offer seniors including affordable housing, nearby cruises, excellent health care, and many other senior activities. Hillsboro County is a well liked destination for vacationing seniors as well as retirees moving there. Knowing what activities are available will help you decide how to spend some leisure time.
Westshore Senior Center
The Westshore Senior Center is one option for some thrilling outings and enjoyable activities. The center offers weekly events like a game of Bridge held every Tuesday morning at 11:30 a.m. and an exercise class held each day 10:30 a.m. If you enjoy games, a rousing game of air hockey, ping-pong or dominoes may be your thing. The center has monthly field trips that include outings like a movie and lunch at the mall. If you desire lunch, a hot meal is available for you if you sign up in advance.
Quilting Club Class
If you like to quilt, or have thought about learning, then you may enjoy the Quilting Club class. In this class, you will learn the skills necessary to make and sew your own quilt. It is up to you to create a basic quilt or one with an elaborate design. You will need to provide your own supplies for this class. The class is held on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Barksdale Senior Center.
Life Enrichment Center
The Life Enrichment Center offers a wide variety of classes for seniors taught by certified instructors. With more than 40 classes offered, you may find just the class for your enjoyment. For anyone who likes to create art classes are available for you. Some of the classes include the Joy of Watercolors painting class, Modern Art Paining in acrylics, Traditional Chinese Brush painting, Oil and Acrylic painting with Tim Gibbons and Drawing for Pleasure. Special one-day workshops are available in Chinese Brush painting and Photography for those who are short on time. Dance courses are also available in modern dance and open to students of all dance experience.
Square and Round Dancing
If you feel like kicking up your heels and like to dance The Bay Area Twirlers Federation of Square dancers is a group you may want to check out. The group is celebrating their 47th anniversary. The Twirlers Federation offers a fun place to meet and make new friends. Both singles and couples are encouraged to visit. Lessons are at the Bradenton Community Center and are only $5 per lesson per person.
Idlewild Baptist Senior Outings
For those seeking more outings further afield, Idlewild Baptist offers trips such as visiting the historic Colombia Cafe and the Biltmore Estate. Trips and retreats lasting 3 days take guests to visit well-known ministries and attend seminars led by leading church ministers. Kick-off lunches are held and advance registration is required for all activities.
