Williamston Area Senior Center
It's time to update your vision of the WASC, it’s not what it used to be! It’s become a vibrant, action-packed combination of dining, special events, and daily activities that make it a fun place to be.
The WASC goes beyond card games and bingo! We have expanded our programs to include: crafts, live entertainment, travel, fitness, education, and special events.
Join the WASC, become a member and/or volunteer and make new friends.
Williamston Area Senior Center
201 School St., Williamston, MI 48895
517-655-5173
Email: williamstonseniorctr@gmail.com
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9am - 3pm
Membership: $12 a year
About Us
Everyone ages. It is an inherent property of life. As our bodies and minds develop over time, we adapt to these changes by modifying our decisions and actions. The later years of life can be especially challenging, but the Williamston Area Senior Center is here to help. At the Williamston Area Senior Center, we listen to the needs of our members in order to understand their limitations and discuss potential solutions. We work with our community members to customize options that will help them lead the lives they want.
Socialization
Our hearts and brains are constantly changing, and just like the muscles in our body, they can lose strength if we don’t exercise them enough. It is especially important for seniors to stay physically and mentally active on a daily basis, which is why we offer a variety of classes to help get your body and mind moving. They’re fun and enjoyable for everyone, and a great way to meet our members.
Arts & Crafts
Fun and Engaging
Peer Networking
Social Interaction
Cards & Computer Games
Stay Sharp
ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE
March 2023
Wednesday, March 1st -Euchre 9am-Noon, Tai Chi 12:30pm, World Candle Day, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, March 2nd -Euchre 9am-Noon, Birthday Bash with Dobie Road at Noon, Bingo 12:30pm
Monday, March 6th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Blood Pressure Screening 11am, Travel to Antarctica with Sharon LaPointe 12:30pm, National Oreo Cookie Day, and National Dress Day.
Tuesday, March 7th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Jam Session 12:30pm (Bring any instrument to JAM out!), National Cereal Day, and Knitters Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, March 8th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Lunch & Learn with Daudi & Kroll at Noon, International Women’s Day, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, March 9th -Euchre 9am-Noon, PACE Presentation at 12:30pm, and Popcorn Lover’s Day
Monday, March 13th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Author Visit with Lynda Farquhar 12:30pm (A cozy mystery author), and Garden Club 5pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, March 14th -Euchre 9am-Noon, WASC Board Meeting 1pm, National PI Day, Wear White Day, National Potato Chip Day, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, March 15th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Grocery Bingo with The Willows 12:30pm, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, March 16th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Ukulele Lessons with Ben from 11am-Noon, Tech with Drew 12pm-1pm, MSU International Speaker from Niger 12:30pm, and National Corn Dog Day
Friday, March 17th -Bus Trip to Red Cedar Lodge (Lunch, Tour & Craft) 11am-2:30pm (Sign-up is required)
Monday, March 20th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Crafternoon with Pat Cookingham a Easter Craft 12:30pm, and Earth Day
Tuesday, March 21st -Euchre 9am-Noon, Shopping for Funeral Homes with Grace Hospice at 12:30pm, Tea for Two Tuesday, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, March 22nd-Euchre 9am-Noon, Harris Nature Center Live Animal Program 12:30pm, As Young as you Feel Day, and Needle Work Group
Thursday, March 23rd-Euchre 9am-Noon, Ukulele Lessons with Ben from 11am-Noon, Drum Circle with Ian 12:30pm, and National Chip & Dip Day
Monday, March 27th -Euchre 9am-Noon, National Joe Day, Mascot Monday 12:30pm, and Culver’s Fundraiser 5pm-9pm
Tuesday, March 28th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Mind Benders with the Library 12:30pm, and Knitters Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, March 29th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Tools of the Trade for Preserving Fruits & Vegetables Presented by MI State Ext. 12:30pm, and Needle Work Group
Thursday, March 30th -Euchre 9am-Noon, Ukulele Lessons with Ben 11am-Noon, Tiger’s Opening Day Wear Your Tigers Gear, and Author Visit with Rod Sadler on his True Crime Novels 12:30pm
April 2023
Monday, April 3rd, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Blood Pressure Screening 11am, and Presentation from Blue Star Service Dogs at 12:30pm
Tuesday, April 4th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Vitamin C Day, Glass Etching with Simply Authentic 12:30pm, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, April 5th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Deep Dish Pizza Day, Hop into Health with Annie and her Bunnies 12:30pm, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, April 6th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Ukulele Lessons with Ben at 11am, Birthday Bash & Easter Party with Jim Herrman & his One-Man Band at Noon, and Hostess Twinkie Day!
Monday, April 10th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Down on the Farm with Julie at 12:30pm, and Garden Club 5pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, April 11th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Lunch with a Board Member at Noon, Make Lip Gloss at 12:30pm, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, April 12th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Fast Food Bingo at 12:30pm, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, April 13th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Ukulele Lessons with Ben 11am, Author Visit with Marion Cornett-Local Historian & Author Discussing her Newest Published Novel “She Wore a Hat in Prison”.
Monday, April 17th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Lunch with The Willows of Okemos & East Lansing at Noon, and Crafternoon with Pat Cookingham making Coasters at 12:30pm
Tuesday, April 18th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Ask Annie: What is the Difference Between a Service Dog & Therapy Dog at 12:30pm, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, April 19th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Reminiscing & Trivia with Audrey from Harmony Cares at 12:30pm, Poker Day, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, April 20th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Tech with Drew 11am-1pm, and Drum Circle with Ian Levine at 12:30pm
Monday, April 24th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Lunch & Learn with Brookdale Living at Noon, and Applebee’s Fundraiser 4pm-9pm
Tuesday, April 25th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Mind Benders with the Williamston Library at 12:30pm, and Knitter Group 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, April 26th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, I Speak Presentation with Humera from Pakistan at 12:30pm, Pretzel & Denim Day, and Needle Work Group 1pm-3pm
Thursday, April 27th, 2023-Euchre 9am-Noon, Lunch Provided by The Director at Noon, Jerry Perrine’s Old-Time Piano at 12:30pm, and Babe Ruth & Superhero Day!
LUNCH MENU
The WASC provides hot lunches at by the Tri-County Office on Aging Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Mondays are our opportunity to provide lunches catered by local area restaurants.
Please call 517-655-5173 a day a head for lunch reservations so we can have the right number of luncheons on hand.
Cost for lunch is a recommended donation of $3.50 per person.
Newsletter & Updates
2023 Older Adult Survey for State Plan on Aging
Introduction
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Bureau of Aging, Community Living, and Supports would like to hear from you! We would like to learn about your community and what you feel you need as you get older to help you maintain your independence. Your views are important, and we would really appreciate your participation in this survey. All of your responses will be kept private and will be used to inform the State Plan on Aging developed by the Bureau. This plan will go into effect beginning in October of 2023. If you have questions about this survey, please contact Tammy Lemmer at 517- 230-9707 or LemmerT1@michigan.gov.
This survey will take about 20 minutes to complete.
Become a Member, Volunteer
Make a Donation, Honorarium, Memorial
Make an Impact
Donation
No matter how big or small of a contribution you can afford, we appreciate them all. By making a donation, you will be supporting our efforts to bring health, joy, and fulfillment to the lives of our senior community. If you’d like to make a donation today, you can get our donation form below, click the Donate Now button.
Become a Member and Volunteer
Seniors at Williamston Area Senior Center often describe their experience with us as an incredible way to live their lives. Become a Member and your commitment to volunteer will be used to support the staff, services, and facilities we provide to all of our Senior Center members. If you’d like to become a member click on the link below and we're always looking for volunteers, let us know how you'd like to help.
WASC Board Members & Staff
Ann Lemmen
Board President
Karleen Dimick
Board Vice President
Marilyn Thompson
Board Secretary
Ray Lemmen
Board Treasurer Ex-Officio
Mickie Manley
Kitchen Coordinator
Dawn Harris
Administrative Support
Karen Bollman
Trustee
Sharon Basil
Trustee
Beth Zetterholm
Trustee
Mark Steinberg
Trustee
Drew Danowski
Trustee
City and Township Officials:
City of Williamston Representative - Tammy Gilroy
Leroy Township Representative - Wilma Whitehead
Wheatfield Township Representative - John Allen
WASC Quarterly Board Meetings Schedule:
@ the Senior Center, 201 School St., Williamston, from 1-2pm
June 14, 2022 / Click here for Approved Meeting Minutes
September 20, 2022 / Click here for Approved Meeting Minutes
December 13, 2022 / Click here for Approved Meeting Minutes
March 14, 2023 / Click here for Approved Meeting Minutes
May 16, 2023 - Annual Meeting
WISHLIST 2023
Cases of Bottled Water
Maxwell House Original Roast Coffee
Folgers Classic Roast Coffee
Chinet Dinner Plates
1 Gallon Storage Bags
12oz. Plastic Cups
9-Volt Batteries
White Card Stock Paper
Small & Large to-go Containers
Copy Paper
Postage Stamps
Coffee Mate Liquid Creamer
Gift Cards-Amazon, Meijer, Walmart,
Dollar Tree, Staples, Hobby Lobby,
Michaels, & Joann Fabrics
Scotch Thermal Laminating Sheets
Bic Wite-Out EZcorrect
Post-its
File Folders
Shut The Box Game
Contact Us:
For more information about the Williamston Area Senior Center, directions, newsletter, or calendar of events, please contact us!
