Programs & Camps

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June 9-13   Art Camp
$175.00
Campers will explore the creative visual arts, learning to see things from new perspectives and channeling their imagination into beautiful artwork. Drop-off time is between 8am and 8:30am. Camp begins at 8:30am and ends at 12pm. A snack and water will be provided. The cost is $175 per camper.

June 23-27  Art Camp 
$ 175.00
Campers will explore the creative visual arts, learning to see things from new perspectives and channeling their imagination into beautiful artwork. Drop-off time is between 8am and 8:30am. Camp begins at 8:30am and ends at 12pm. A snack and water will be provided. The cost is $175 per camper.

July 14-18  Art Camp
$ 175.00

Campers will explore the creative visual arts, learning to see things from new perspectives and channeling their imagination into beautiful artwork. Drop-off time is between 8am and 8:30am. Camp begins at 8:30am and ends at 12pm. A snack and water will be provided. The cost is $175 per camper.

Walking Track – Rec Center
Monday-Thursday, 7am-9pm;Friday 7am-5pm Saturday, 8am-5pm; Sunday, 1-5pm

Open Gym – Rec Center
Monday-Thursday, 7am-9pm;Friday 7am-5pm Saturday, 8am-5pm; Sunday, 1-5pm

For more information on any senior adult activities, contact Sandi Wilson (205.978.0166swilson@vhal.org)

Monday Night Dance – EVERY Monday, 6pm

Join us every Monday night from 6:30-9pm at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center to show off your dance moves! This is a fun opportunity for seniors to let loose and enjoy dancing with others. Contact the front desk at 205.978.0166 to learn more about Monday Night Dance.

Silver Sneakers Exercise Class – EVERY Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 11:15am.

The Vestavia Hills Civic Center is home to Silver Sneakers classes starting with a Cardio and Strength class taught by Kristin Long! Classes will be every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:15am!

January 2025

Senior Luncheon –
January 13, 12pm
Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Civic Center with entertainment by magician Brandon Herring! The cost is $8 per person. Bring your friends for a “magical” afternoon of fun.

Lunch Bunch & Trip: Silver Star Casino – January 16, 7:30am
Enjoy a trip to the Silver Star Casino in Philadelphia, MS. Meet at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center at 7:30am. Transportation provided. Must register by Friday, January 10!

UAB Eye Clinic Exams –
January 23, 9:30am
Visit New Merkel House for a free eye exam conducted by UAB Eye Clinic Staff.

Guest Speaker Lunch: Senior Care Authority –
January 30, 11am
Join us at New Merkel House for an informative lunch with a special guest speaker from Senior Care Authority.

February 2025

Senior Luncheon –
February 10, 12pm
Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Civic Center with entertainment by the Tradewinds Band! The cost is $8 per person. Bring your friends for an afternoon of fun.

Valentine’s Day Party –
February 14, 10am
Love is in the air at New Merkel House! Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with us and enjoy holiday themed treats and crafts.

Stone Soup Lunch – February 17, 10am
Join us at New Merkel House for a delightful lunch that you help create! Bring your favorite soup ingredients, and make “stone soup” while watching a classic episode of Little House on the Prairie.

ASO Coffee Concert: Shostakovich –
February 21, 9am
Join us for a trip to the Alys Stephens Center to see the Alabama Symphony Orchestra perform Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 10! Lunch at the Irondale Cafe after the concert. Transportation is provided. Meet at the Civic Center at 9am.

Lunch Bunch & Trip: Talladega –
February 25, 9am
Enjoy a trip to the Talladega Speedway and Museum and then eat lunch at The Ark. Bonus stop at Buccee’s for snacks. Meet at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center at 9am. Transportation provided.

March 2024

Fat Tuesday Eve Party –
March 3, 10:30am
Join us at New Merkel House to celebrate the Mardi Gras season! We will be making masks and umbrellas for our big Mardi Gras-themed Senior Luncheon on March 10.

Senior Luncheon –
March 10, 12pm
Enjoy a festive afternoon filled with lively jazz music, delicious Cajun-inspired cuisine, and colorful decorations. Don your beads and masks as we “let the good times roll” with a parade and the crowning of our own Mardi Gras King and Queen! Entertainment and line dancing instruction by Jackie Tally.  The cost is $8 per person.

St. Patrick’s Day Party – March 17, 10am
Celebrate the luck of the Irish at New Merkel House! Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats and crafts with us and win fun prizes.

Lunch Bunch & Trip: Prattville – March 20, 9am
Enjoy antiquing at Prattville Pickers and lunch at Cindy’s Cafe. Bonus stop at Peach Park for a sweet treat! Meet at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center at 9am. Transportation provided.

April 2025

ASO Coffee Concert: Barber + Rachmaninoff – April 11, 9am
Join us for a trip to the Alys Stephens Center to see the Alabama Symphony Orchestra perform Barber’s “Second Essay for Orchestra,” and Rachmaninoff’s “Symphonic Dances.” Lunch at Niki’s West after the concert. Transportation is provided. Meet at the Civic Center at 9am. 

Senior Luncheon –
April 14, 12pm
Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Civic Center with entertainment by the VHHS Jazz Band! The cost is $8 per person. Bring your friends for an afternoon of fun.

Earth Day Celebration –
April 21, 10am
Celebrate Earth Day at New Merkel House by connecting with nature and the community!
Let’s honor Earth together! 

Lunch Bunch & Trip: Auburn – April 22, 7:30am
Enjoy a trip to Auburn University’s Raptor Center for a presentation, followed by lunch and shopping at Angel’s Antiques and Flea Mall. Meet at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center at 7:30am. Transportation provided.