Adult Leisure

Short Mat Bowling is an indoor sport in which players attempt to score points by rolling a biased ball (bowl) along a flat surface, trying to land it closer to the jack than their opponent. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bowls, although extra sets are available for use.

Short Mat Bowling has concluded for the season, and will resume October, 2026.

The object of shuffleboard (indoor, floor) is to propel discs using a cue onto a target shaped like a pyramid at the opposite end of the court - to score, to prevent opponent from scoring, or both.

Tuesdays

• Doors open at 9 a.m., play begins at 9:30 a.m.
• Approximately two hours of play

Test your precision and aim in friendly competition with fellow Darts enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice, we encourage all skill levels to join. Enjoy camaraderie, improve your game, and aim for the bullseye in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. A Typical drop-in will involve playing a couple rounds of the traditional "501" dart game, followed by a round of "Cricket". Participants are encouraged to bring their own set of darts, although many spare sets are available to borrow.

• Thursdays
  
  • Doors open at 12:30 p.m., play begins at 1 p.m.
  • Approximately 2 hours of play

Zumba Gold

Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

Zumba Gold is led by fitness instructor Jasmine Murray, and the class is hosted by Community Care Peterborough. It is a lower intensity version of the traditional Zumba class. Jasmine leads a fun, energy filled fitness class choreographed to upbeat, popular music geared to the older adult demographic. The goal of this class is to get moving and have fun! The class is free to participate in, and is a drop-in (no registration required).

Warm up and Weights

• Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (Standing)
• Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. (Seated) - New as of June 2026

Warm Up and Weights is an all-around fitness class for older adults. The 10 a.m. timeslot is mostly standing, with some seated exercise. The 11 a.m. timeslot is mostly seated, with some standing exercise. Through bodyweight and dumbbell exercises, this class will help you improve your muscle strength, endurance, stability, and mobility. Please bring your own weights if you have them.

Serve up some fun in our Drop-In Table Tennis program—no registration required! A drop-in fee of $3.50 must be paid at the customer service desk, where you'll receive a receipt as proof of payment, which is your ticket to play. Need gear? Paddles and balls are available at the front desk for your convenience. Whether you're working on your spin or just here for a friendly match, all skill levels are welcome.

Tuesdays & Thursdays:

• Miskin Law Community Complex
• 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• $3.50 per player, payable at the front desk
• Tables can be found just off the walking track, southwest corner

Dart League will return for a Fall 2026 session. Check back here for more information about dates and cost.

Qigong involves the cultivation of energy and awareness through movement, posture, and breathing.  The overarching goal of our Qigong practice is to enhance long-term quality of life. Qi refers to the bio-magnetic energy found within all living things. It circulates in natural patterns through channels called meridians and vessels. Qigong leads energy through these channels helping to open up points blocked by physical, mental, or emotional stress. We move to generate heat, stand to activate qi, and sit to quiet the mind. In so doing, our Qigong practice helps us to counter the negative effects of sedentary living and stress.

May 19 - July 7

• 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
• Cost: $59.22
• Lower Games Room at McDonnel Street Community Centre
• Course ID: 00083368, Register for Qigong online

August 4 - August 25

• 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
• Cost: $33.84
• Lower Games Room at McDonnel Street Community Centre
• Course ID: 00086091, Register for Qigong online

The shuffleboard league will resume in the near future. Check back for more information.

You're invited: Monthly Hot Lunches & Social Hour for Seniors!

A special adult leisure program designed with older adults & seniors in mind. Each month, we'll serve a hearty, chef-prepared lunch featuring classic favourites and seasonal specialties - made to nourish both body & soul. But it's more than just a meal - it's a chance to reconnect, relax, and enjoy some meaningful conversation with friends old and new in a welcoming, social setting. We'll also have cards and games available to enjoy over coffee or tea when you're done eating. Whether you come for the food, the laughter, or the friendly faces, you'll leave feeling full in every sense of the word.

Hot lunches will return to the Fall 2026 program calendar

Unlock new skills and confidence with our enriching workshops designed especially for adults 55+. Whether you’re looking to stay safe online, get comfortable with everyday technology, or try out popular communication apps, our sessions make learning approachable, enjoyable, and empowering. Each workshop is guided by friendly instructors who meet you where you are, creating a supportive space to explore, ask questions, and grow. Step in with curiosity—step out with knowledge you can use every day.

Workshop: Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection, Facilitated by Peterborough Community Health Care

• Free to attend, registration required
• Wednesday, July 29, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• Course ID: 00086727 to register, or register online
  Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in Canada, but it is also one of the most preventable. Older adults are at increased risk due to lifelong sun exposure and cumulative UV damage. This interactive educational session will provide practical, evidence-based information about skin cancer prevention, sun safety, and early detection. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs of skin cancer, understand Canadian sun safety recommendations, and perform simple skin self-checks at home. The session aims to increase confidence, reduce misinformation, and support healthy aging through prevention and early awareness. This presentation will be facilitated by Jared Barrieau, from the Peterborough Community Health Centre.

Join us for a welcoming series of creative art workshops designed for older adults, led by an experienced educator from the Art Gallery of Peterborough. Explore a variety of hands-on activities including painting, zine-making, and felting in a relaxed, supportive environment that is open to all skill levels and abilities. These workshops are a great opportunity to connect with others, express your creativity, and enjoy learning something new together.

Workshop: Needle-Felted Mouse - Facilitated by Brooklin Holbrough

• Free to attend, registration required
• Thursday, July 9: 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Course ID: 00085933 to register or register online 
• Tuesday, July 14: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Course ID: 00085934 to register or register online 
• This hands-on needle-felting workshop invites older adults and seniors to learn the art of creating a small sculptural felted mouse. Guided by the educator, participants will be supported through each step of the process, from shaping wool fibres to adding charming details that bring their mouse to life. The workshop offers a welcoming and relaxed environment that encourages creativity, focus, and fine motor engagement while introducing the basics of sculptural needle-felting techniques. Participants will leave with a completed handmade mouse and foundational skills they can continue exploring at home.

Workshop: Folk-Art Painting - Facilitated by Brooklin Holbrough

• Free to attend, registration required
• Tuesday, August 18: 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Course ID: 00085935 to register or register online 
• Friday, August 21: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
• Course ID: 00085936 to register or register online 
• This welcoming painting workshop invites adults to recreate a folk-art landscape painting while developing foundational painting techniques in a supportive environment. Guided step-by-step by the educator, participants will explore brush handling, colour application, and the use of flat planes of colour to build a vibrant illustrative composition. The workshop emphasizes creativity, confidence-building, and enjoyment of the painting process, making it suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike. Students will leave with enhanced painting skills and their own completed version of the source artwork.

4th Line Theatre: Schoolhouse 

• Friday, July 10 - Bus leaves McDonnel Street CC (577 McDonnel Street) at 4:30 p.m.
• Course ID: 00086131 to register or register online 
• Arrive at 4th Line Theatre ~5 p.m.
• Snacks & Refreshments 5-5:45 p.m.
• Performance begins at 6 p.m.
  Take a trip back in time with us as we head to 4th Line Theatre for their production of Leanna Brodie's "Schoolhouse"! During this field trip, you'll enjoy an evening of storytelling, history, and live theatre in a beautiful outdoor setting. Your registration includes round-trip bus transportation, reserved seating for the performance, as well as snacks and refreshments to enjoy upon arrival. Don’t miss your chance to join the class for a scenic and entertaining performance. Set in 1938 in rural Ontario, "Schoolhouse" unfolds within S.S. #1 Jericho, a one-room school just outside the fictional village of Baker’s Creek. When 18-year-old Melita Linton—newly graduated from Normal School—takes on her first teaching position, she encounters a lively group of students and a community rooted in tradition. Rich with humour and humanity, "Schoolhouse" beautifully evokes a vanished era in Canadian rural history.

4th Line Theatre: Wild Irish Geese

• Friday, August 14 - Bus leaves McDonnel Street CC (577 McDonnel Street) at 4:30 p.m.
• Course ID: 00086132 to register or register online 
• Arrive at 4th Line Theatre ~5 p.m.
• Snacks & Refreshments 5-5:45 p.m.
• Performance begins at 6 p.m.
  Step back in time and journey through local history with a trip to 4th Line Theatre for their production of Megan Murphy's "Wild Irish Geese". This performance tells the story of the 1825 migration of more than 2,000 Irish settlers who travelled across the Atlantic and eventually made their home in Scotts Plains — the community later renamed Peterborough. Travel together by bus as we retrace a piece of our region’s past, with reserved seating for the show as well as snacks and refreshments included along the way. Join us for an evening of storytelling, heritage, and connection as we explore the journeys that helped shape our local community. Set in the summer of 1825, "Wild Irish Geese" explores the 1825 migration of Irish, escaping tyranny and hopelessness during the Irish potato famine, for the promise of something better in far-off Canada. Eventually, over 2,000 impoverished Irish settled in Scotts Plains, later renamed Peterborough and began their lives anew. These new Canadians planted deep roots in the Peterborough area and have thousands of descendants both locally and across the globe.