Art Classes with Denise Elzea
Fridays 10.00 - 12.00
Main Building
Art classes conducted by Denise Elzea are open to all types of art and experience levels. The core group is currently focusing on rock painting, where the artist brings the rock to life by portraying a 3-dimensional image upon it.
Denise explains that the rock painters “are intrigued by the design challenges in combining the 3 dimensional aspects of their painting with the actual 3-dimensional fact of the rock itself.”
Students of all medias are invited to bring their projects to class. In the past, students have brought in projects in oil painting, watercolors, pastels, and charcoals. The class provides a fun, sharing environment for individuals to bring both their projects and their ideas while Denise assists students to realize their artistic vision.
Cost: $7.00 Per Class
Art Classes with Shirley Bell
Thursdays:
1:00 – 1:30 Social Time
1:30 – 3:30 Class Time
Main Building
Shirley Bell invites artists in all medias and experience levels to attend her classes. While Shirley’s expertise is in oils and acrylics, over 40 years, students working and chalks and watercolors have also found this to be a productive environment.
Shirley helps beginners to find where to get started and in what medium by starting out with a simple oil painting project.
Most students start in oils as it is the most forgiving medium. If you make a mistake, you can just wipe it off and start over.
Artists of varied experience levels are encouraged to bring in their own works-in-progress for guidance, or perhaps for the motivation derived from a group atmosphere.
Shirley will give a group demonstration when she sees that many students are having difficulty with a particular aspect like shadows or reflections.
It’s a fun and encouraging environment, providing beginners with a chance to experiment and learn, while affording everyone the opportunity to benefit from this interactive setting.
Cost: $2.00 Per Hour
The secret to staying young is to keep moving. Check out the variety of fitness classes and activities are hosted right here at the Rogue River at the Community Center!
Martial Arts Classes, Chun Kuk Do
Instructors: Dave & Michelle George
Physical work-out, as well teach psychological and emotional discipline, beginning to advanced. Black Belt instruction offered.
- Main Building- Tues, Thurs.
- Ages 6 - 8: 4:45pm - 5:30pm; Ages 9 - 12: 5:30pm - 6:30pm; Adults: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
- Cost: $40.00/month for the first person in the family ~ Ask about family discount rates.
For more information, please contact Dave or Michelle George at 621-0976
Yoga Classes
Instructor: Denise Elzea
Yoga principles with influences from Tai Chi, Bagwa, and Chi Gong to create a balanced, flexible, strong state of being. Everyone is invited regardless of age, size, shape, or health issues
- Annex - Mon., Wed, Fri. 8:00am - 9:15am,
- Cost: $7 class/walkin, $6/class/3days wks - as many classes as you like.
For more information, please contact Denise Elzea at 479-4906
Dance Classes
Instructor: Michelle Musselman
Diverse variety of dance styles, teaching beginners through advanced students. Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Lyrical Jazz, and Personality Singing, mainly focusing on ages 2 ½ - teens
- Annex - Dance tuition and schedule varies. Enrollment in classes is by prior appointment and evaluation only.
For more information, please contact Michelle Musselman at 474-7383
Saturday Night Dance
“Classic Country” plays a wonderful variety of music including Latin and Bluegrass as well as country favorites. Western swing, line dancing, waltz, polka, and slow dancing. Potluck too!
- Annex - Every Saturday, 7-10 pm, $5 cover.
For more information, please call the Community Center at 582-0609
Community Music Jam
Tuesday Nights
6:30-10 p.m
Music Jam & Dancing
- - Sunday Nights
6:30-10 p.m
The stage is open and YOU are invited!
Showcase your talent at the Community Center Jam! If you sing, play an instrument, recite poetry, or even dance, then this is the place to perform.
The Community Jam Coordinator starts things off with a song or two while would-be performers get the chance to add their names to the sign-up sheet.
By turn each performer or group is called up to the stage. There are usually several stage musicians available to provide accompaniment, both instrumental or vocal. Performers can request to be accompamied by the stage musicians or perform alone.
Things keep moving along at a lively pace. Each performer is limited to 2 songs to ensure everyone gets their time in the spotlight. There’s a break around 8 o’clock for potluck snacks and often a door prize drawing. Then it’s back for the Jam until things wind up around 10pm.
Crowds are averaging 50-60 in number, with a recent high of 68. Audience members and performers are encouraged to make a donation if they can. All donations go directly to the Center to help pay for operating costs, utilities etc.
None of the fun would be possible without the help of the many volunteers, the musicians and the folks behind the scenes who set up the chairs, get the kitchen ready and help clean up. Supplies for the potluck and door prize are donated.
Lunch served
Mon. - Fri. from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Rogue River Community Center in partnership with RVCOG brings the Food & Friends Lunch Program to the seniors of Rogue River. Every weekday wholesome fully-balanced meals are offered at the Community Center for all who wish to attend. Low sodium and diabetic meals are available.
Meals are available to all seniors 60 years and over and to qualified younger adults with disabilities, regardless of their ability to pay. Seniors are asked to contribute a $2.75 suggested minimum donation while those under 60 are asked to pay $6.60 per person.
It’s the greatest deal in town for lunch held in the perfect location to be able to socialize with all of your family, friends, and neighbors at the same time. If you haven’t had lunch at the Community Center before, now is the time to give it a try!
Help with Meal Preparation
Homebound seniors 60 and over and adults with disabilities who meet eligibility criteria can have meals delivered to their homes.
If you are interested in finding about more about the Food & Friends program or in having meals delivered, please call us at 582-0609 M-F from 9 am - 4 pm.
Volunteers are always welcome.
Whether in our kitchen or delivering meals to homes, many people are needed to deliver the smiles and meals each day.
Every Wednesday and Sunday
1 to 4:30 p.m
Why would folks come from Cave Junction, Merlin, Wimer, and Grants Pass to play Bingo at Rogue River Community Center? According to Bingo enthusiast Joyce, “ It’s the greatest game!” Fellow enthusiast Paula adds, “We always have fun, always laugh and joke. We just have a good time.” Joyce continues, “You get lots of hugs. And the potluck on Sundays….” And if you want to learn the modern games, we will assign a personal coach and you can enjoy Bingo like you used to!
You’ll find a good size crowd every week, about 30-40 on Wednesdays swelling to 60 or more on Sundays. That makes for good prizes. The cost of the games is very reasonable: $3 for each session, $1 for each special. You can play all the games all day for $13!
People of all ages are welcome. It’s a great way for newcomers to meet the community and make new friends.
Bingo games are held every Wednesday and every Sunday, starting at 1 P. M. and go till about 4:30. Each day 24 regular games and 3 special games, Hot Ball and Bonanza. Arrive a little early and play as few or as many games as you please. Bring your own dauber or you can buy one here.
Many folks come for lunch on Wednesdays and stay for Bingo.
Sunday Potluck
The Potluck/Bingo combo on Sunday is a real winner. It evolved over time from a few people bringing snacks to the feast it is today. Bring your own dish to contribute, or if you don’t cook, you can make a cash contribution which helps pay for potluck supplies. The Potluck starts at 12:00; you don’t want to be late for, according to some, “it’s the best food in the Rogue Valley!”
If playing cards is your thing, you’ll find a number of games at the Community Center.
If you have a favorite card game that is not being played, consider teaching others to play. Or place a request for players in our monthly newsletter, the Tailholt. Soon you could have a regular game.
Current Games
- Bridge
2nd and 4th Tues
1 - 4 p.m.
- Pinochle
Thursdays
1 - 4 p.m.
