Adult & Active Adult (55+) Programs

This class provides light exercise, incorporating yoga, light weights, and body weight exercises, for those 55 years of age and older.

When: Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free

When: Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free
Dates: August 14, 2024 - May 28, 2025 (*any program cancellations will be announced by Davis Center staff)

The Davis Center hosts Active Adult (55+) Open Gym, available for shooting and practicing your basketball skills. Basketballs are provided.

View Open Gym Page.

Join us for a FREE 5-week Beginners American Sign Language (ASL) course at the Davis Center at Maides Park! This engaging and interactive class is designed for those with little to no experience in ASL. You’ll learn basic vocabulary, fingerspelling, simple phrases, and key communication skills to help you start signing with confidence. Register here!

¡Únase a nosotros en un curso GRATUITO de 5 semanas de lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) para principiantes en el Centro Davis en Maides Park! Esta interesante e interactiva clase está diseñada para aquellos con poca o ninguna experiencia en ASL. Aprenderán el vocabulario básico, ortografía manual, frases sencillas y habilidades de comunicación claves que le ayudarán a empezar a comunicarse usando el lenguaje de señas con confianza. Regístrese aquí.

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Date(s): April 2 - May 7, 2025

Location: 1101 Manly Ave

Contact: 910-341-7867

Celebrate the seasons with THEMED Bingo at Maides Park! Connect with friends, old and new, while enjoying seasonal fun and prizes. Grab your dauber, mark your calendar, and let the Bingo bliss begin! Ages 50+; Pre-registration required!

¡Celebra las estaciones con un juego de Bingo TEMÁTICO en Maides Park! Conecta con amigos, viejos y nuevos, mientras disfrutas un tiempo divertido con la posibilidad de ganar premios.¡Aparta la fecha, y marca la en tu calendario y deja que comience la diversión jugando Bingo! Edades 50+; ¡Se requiere inscripción previa!

This program is FREE! This program will run throughout the year on the dates listed below. It will operate at the Davis Center (1101 Manly Ave).

March 14, 2025 (10:30 AM - Noon) - Green Attire

July 11, 2025 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM) - Patriotic Attire

September 12, 2025 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM) - Fall Attire

December 19, 2025 (10:30 AM - Noon) - Festive Attire

Este programa se llevará a cabo durante todo el año en las fechas de abajo. Este programa se llevara a cabo en el Centro recreativo Davis (1101 Manly Ave).

Marzo 14, 2025 (10:30 AM – 12PM) - Usa algo verde

Julio 11, 2025 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM) Usa tu ropa patriótica

Septiembre 12, 2025 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM) - Usa tu ropa de otoño

Diciembre 19, 2025 (10:30 AM – 12PM) - Usa tu ropa festiva

• January 8th & 22nd: Crocheting - Create dishtowels and/or a coaster.
• January 15th & 19th: Sewing – Create a stylish pillowcase.
• February 5th & 19th: Crochet – Master granny squares and craft a cozy scarf.
• February 12th & 26th: Sewing – Make a pincushion and a handy potholder.
• March 5th & 19th: Crochet – Learn to crochet a warm and versatile hat.
• March 12th & 26th: Sewing – Sew your very own apron.
• April 2nd & 16th: Crochet – Work on an elegant afghan.
• April 9th & 23rd: Sewing – Design and sew a functional bag.

Get ready to move, groove, and have fun! Join us at Maides Park (1101 Manly Ave) for a high-energy Zumba program designed to get your heart pumping and your body moving to the rhythm of exciting Latin-inspired beats. No registration required! Available to those 18 years of age or older. 

This program is split into two engaging sessions to suit your schedule and keep the energy going:

Session 1:

• January 4, 2025
• January 11, 2025
• January 25, 2025

Session 2:

• March 1, 2025
• March 8, 2025
• March 15, 2025
• March 22, 2025
• March 29, 2025

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No experience is needed—just bring your energy, comfortable workout clothes, and a smile!

We can’t wait to dance with you! For more information, contact Maides Park at 910-341-7867.

Join the Davis Center at Maides Park in their FREE Arts & Craft Class held every first & third Monday of the month! Crafting makes everything better... even Mondays. Registration is required here.

Program Dates & Times

February 3, 2025 - 10am - 12pm

February 17, 2025 - 5pm - 7pm

March 3, 2025 - 10am -12pm

March 17, 2025 - 5pm - 7pm

April 7, 2025 - 10am -12pm

April 21, 2025 - 5pm - 7pm

May 5, 2025 - 10am -12pm

May 19, 2025 - 5pm - 7pm

Explore your creative side through arts and crafts alongside fellow community members with similar interests. We strive to engage the community with creative and collaborative events as there are many benefits to getting in tune with your creative side. Some of these include improved self-confidence, mood and overall reduction in daily stress levels. We want to encourage mindfulness and propel our community members into their best mental state so, come join us! Some materials will be provided, and cost may vary dependent on the craft. 

When: second and fourth Mondays of each month
Cost: Free

Pre-registration is required.

Visit the MLK Center every Tuesday for a free, fun-filled, active-adult (55+) centered program. Activities will include arts & crafts, bingo, leisurely reading, and games.

When: Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon
Cost: Free 

This FREE 16-week beginning crochet class, will introduce you to the basic crochet stitches and their chart symbols. Crochet classes are offered for all skill levels. Please bring your own crochet needles and a crochet hook sized J (4 mm) and G (6 mm) is recommended. Register here!

When: TBA

Cost: Free 

Here at the City of Wilmington, creativity and inclusion are two of our main core values. We strive to curate events with these in mind. Join us for a fun-filled day of crafts, karaoke, costumes, an egg hunt, and more! This event is exclusive to adults with disabilities and takes place at the MLK Center. We look forward to seeing your best bunny costumes!  

When: TBA for 2025
Cost: $5

Community events should be accessible for all. This belief is what inspires our Art from the Heart series, which provides an opportunity for creative expression and meaningful mindful time. Every Tuesday morning, we offer a variety of easy-to-follow arts and crafts activities for adults with disabilities. Snacks will be provided. Register here!

When: Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: $2