View the COVID-19 protocols for visiting our senior centers.
The Essex Senior Center is located in the heart of Essex just one block off Eastern Avenue. There is no membership fee; however, donations to the Center Enhancement Fund are always welcome. These donations stay within the center and are used to purchase items to enhance the center and offer special programs.
Programs and Activities
View a list of programs, activities and upcoming events in the most recent edition of the "Essex Enquirer" the Essex Senior Center's monthly newsletter.
- State-of-the-art fitness center and studio, and fitness classes
- Arts—Stained glass, wood carving, decorative painting, ceramics
- Games—Bunco, Darts, Mahjong, Pinochle, Texas Hold ’Em
- Travel opportunities
Center Connection Membership
The Center Connection Program is designed for individuals 60 years or older who need supportive services to participate in senior center programs, but do not need physical assistance or close supervision. Members include adults who:
- Have a condition that limits some activities
- Are independent in caring for their basic, physical needs, but lack opportunities to participate in enjoyable activities
- Would like to meet people and participate in a senior center, but need special support and encouragement
Contact the Center Connection Specialist
The Center Connection Specialist is available to help individuals who require assistance adjusting to the center, as well as assistance to:
- Meet new people
- Choose activities and register for classes
- Connect with community services, like CountyRide, and programs, like the Eating Together Nutrition program
Make an Appointment
Call 410-887-0267 to schedule an appointment with Center Connection Specialist Sean Latta.
Upcoming Events
Explore the below upcoming events, fitness opportunities, activities and programs available at Essex Senior Center, or browse the calendar for more dates beyond what is listed below.
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday March 23 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday March 30 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday April 06 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Living Well with Hypertension
- Friday April 07 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Insights in Aging
- Friday April 07 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Baltimore County Public Library: Know Your Resources
- Wednesday April 12 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday April 13 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Frauds and Scams
- Friday April 14 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Blood Pressure Screening
- Tuesday April 18 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- New Member Orientation
- Tuesday April 18 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday April 20 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Driving Safely As We Age
- Tuesday April 25 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday April 27 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Mobile Library Law Center
- Thursday April 27 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Law Day
- Monday May 01 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM