Classes and Programs

Classes, Exercise, & Support Groups to Promote Social Connection & Healthy Aging

NewBridge Activities – June 2026
Activities for Black Older Adults
Classes, exercise, and support groups to promote social connection and healthy aging. Free or low cost for Dane County older adults (60+). The following programs require registration, contact Arielle.
Arielle Oakley
Program Coordinator

Juneteenth Lecture at Madison Senior Center

Wednesday, June 3 — 12:30–2:30 pm
Madison Senior Center, 330 W Mifflin St.

Come listen to University of Wisconsin–Madison's Department of African American Studies Chair, Christy Clark-Pujara, PhD in this Wisconsin-focused lecture highlighting the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

Lecture

Tech Masters: Getting Comfortable with Computers

Wednesday, June 3 — 2:00–4:00 pm
Madison Labor Temple, 1602 S Park St.

If you are interested in learning more about computers and getting comfortable with them, this is the place for you! With a little practice you will become a Tech Master.

Technology

Habits of Healthy Aging

Wednesday, June 10 — 12:30–1:30 pm
Madison Senior Center, 330 W Mifflin St.

Presented by the SuperAging Research Initiative. Hear from Monica Bruce and members of the UW Madison Okonkwo Lab as they discuss memory, thinking, and healthy habits of "Super Agers." Come prepared for light movement, active learning, and engaging memory strategies.

Health & Wellness

Juneteenth Celebration & Cookout

Thursday, June 18 — 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Madison Senior Center, 330 W Mifflin St.

Celebrate together with music, food, and games! See the flyer for more details.

Celebration

Clever Cooks

Wednesday, June 24 — 11:00 am–12:15 pm
Willy Street Co-Op, 6825 University Ave.

Our cooking class is back with local Madison cook, Chef Paul! Join us for this monthly class. We look forward to learning, chatting with friends and most importantly… eating together!

Cooking
Activities for Hispanic Older Adults
Clases, ejercicios y grupos de apoyo para fomentar la conexión social y el envejecimiento saludable. Gratis o de bajo costo para adultos mayores del condado de Dane (60+).

🎉 ¡Maria Romero ha regresado a NewBridge! Comenzó nuevamente a mediados de mayo y estamos muy felices de tenerla de vuelta en el programa. ¡Bienvenida de nuevo, Maria!

(Maria Romero is back at NewBridge! She returned in mid-May and we are so happy to have her back. Welcome back, Maria!)

Las fechas, horarios y ubicaciones no se promocionarán públicamente hasta nuevo aviso debido a las prácticas de deportación actuales. Por favor, llame para obtener los detalles.

(Dates, times, and locations will not be publicly promoted until further notice due to current deportation practices. Please call for details.)

NewBridge Madison
Para más información / For more information
(608) 512-0000 Ext. 513

Bingo Bilingüe / Bilingual Bingo

Fechas / Times: Call for details

¡Bingo en inglés y español!
(Bingo in English and Spanish!)

Bingo

Cafetería de la Memoria / Memory Café

Via Zoom — Call for details

Entrene su memoria, percepción, atención, concentración y más a través de retos y actividades divertidas. Las hojas de práctica se enviarán todos los viernes.
(Train your memory, perception, attention, and focus through fun challenges and activities. Practice sheets sent every Friday.)

Zoom

Fitness Class / Clase de Fitness

Fechas / Times: Call for details
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Drive

Johnny Winston, de Get Moving, ofrece una clase de fitness divertida y energizante.
(Johnny Winston from Get Moving leads a fun and energizing fitness class.)

Fitness

Yoga Suave / Gentle Yoga

Virtual / Online — Call for details

Los participantes se unen virtualmente para realizar ejercicios de yoga aptos para principiantes desde la comodidad de su hogar. Regístrese a través de MSCR para obtener el enlace.
(Participants join virtually for beginner-friendly yoga from home. Register through MSCR for the link.)

Yoga

ESL / Clase de Inglés

Fechas / Times: Call for details

¡Practica inglés para situaciones cotidianas con un grupo de amigos!
(Practice English for everyday situations with a friendly group!)

Language
Activities for All Older Adults
Volunteer-led and collaborative programs open to all older adults. For more information, please call our main number: (608) 512-0000. We no longer have staff for coordination.

Bingo

Fridays, 10:15–11:15 am
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Bilingual on the 1st Friday. Also 2nd Tuesday at Meadowridge Commons, 5734 Raymond Rd. 50 cents per card, up to 4 cards. Each bingo wins $1 and a blackout takes it all!

No Registration

Book Club via Zoom

1st Wednesday/month, 10:00–11:00 am

Pick up and return your book at Lakeview Library. Contact Carra at Lakeview Library for the book list and Zoom link: (608) 246-4547.

Zoom

Ping Pong

Mondays, 9:00 am–Noon
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Drop in and play. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Bunco

Mondays, 2:00–4:00 pm
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Drop in and play. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Euchre

Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00 pm
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Drop in and play. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Mahjong

Thursdays, 1:00–4:00 pm
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Drop in and play. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Card Making Club

2nd Wednesday/month, 1:00–3:00 pm
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Chair Yoga

Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 am
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Gentle stretch and yoga movements. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Mindfulness Movement for LGBTQ+ Folks, Friends & Allies

Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:15–11:45 am
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

A collaboration with Outreach and MSCR. Call MSCR to register: (608) 204-3000.

Registration Required

Minds in Motion

4th Tuesday/month, 10:00–11:00 am
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

For older adults experiencing thinking and memory changes or mild cognitive impairment. Contact Kayla at ADRC: (608) 240-7400.

Contact ADRC
NEW LOCATION

Drumming

Thursdays, 12:00–1:00 pm
Sherman Ave Methodist Church, 3705 N Sherman Ave.

Instructor Marshel will have you feeling like a pro in no time. Instruments provided. No registration required.

No Registration

Music Jam Session

One Saturday/month, 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Contact Walt Stewart for details: (608) 576-5437.

Monthly

Sassy Steppers

Tuesdays, 2:00–3:00 pm
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Sewing Club

1st & 3rd Thursday/month, 9:00 am–Noon
Warner Park, 1625 Northport Dr.

Bring 3 items. Volunteer-led, no registration required.

No Registration

Stretch & Strength via Zoom

Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00–9:45 am

Cost: $25/month. Contact Becky Otte Ford: raonine@gmail.com or (608) 215-4119.

Zoom