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 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 Ho Sang Lee.
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.
- BG&E Assistance Information
- Wednesday December 13 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday December 14 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Financial Wellness: Tax Diversification/Investments
- Friday December 15 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Stroke Awareness Education 2023
- Tuesday December 19 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday December 21 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday December 28 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday January 04 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- 2024 Vision Boards
- Friday January 05 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Insights in Aging
- Friday January 05 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Senior Planet Technology Training: Computer Essentials
- Tuesday January 09 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Bunco
- Wednesday January 10 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Memory Enhancement
- Thursday January 11 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Senior Planet Technology Training: Computer Essentials
- Tuesday January 16 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- New Member Orientation
- Tuesday January 16 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Low Vision Support Group
- Wednesday January 17 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM