50+ Active Aging

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Interested in meeting new people, staying active and trying something new?

Germantown’s 50+ programs offer a welcoming space to learn, laugh and enjoy life together — whether you’re joining a weekly activity, attending a special event or heading out on a fun trip.

Programs are grouped into three types:
View Recurring Activities: Recurring weekly programs like games, fitness and hobbies.
View EventsOne-time or seasonal gatherings like concerts, workshops and socials.
View Trips: Day and overnight outings to exciting destinations.

Unless otherwise noted, all programs take place at the Pickering Center (7771 Poplar Pike).


View Full November Calendar
View Full December Calendar


Click here to sign up for the Beginner Mah Jongg class    

Monthly eNewsletter
Subscribe to the 50+ Monthly eNewsletter to stay connected and receive information about upcoming classes and events. For more information, contact Jennie Gould at (901) 751-5652 or JGould@Germantown-TN.gov or Donna French at (901) 751-5656 or DFrench@Germantown-TN.gov. 

Upcoming 50+ Events

To register for 50+ events, contact Jennie Gould at JGould@Germantown-TN.gov or
(901) 751-5652.

Dainties and Whimsies: Victorian-Inspired Vintage Christmas Tree Ornaments
Tuesday, November 18
1 to 3 p.m.
Free to attend. Registration is required.
Instructor: Eda Fain

Color Theory
Wednesday, November 19
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Free class. Space limited to 14 participants.
Registration required.
Instructor: Amy Hutcheson

Benton Parker Trio Concert
Friday, November 21
11 a.m. to noon
Free concert. Seating for up to 100 participants.


Advanced Genealogy
Wednesday, December 3
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Free class. Space limited to 20 participants. Registration required.
Instructor: Carla Love Maitland


Christmas Card Craft
Thursday, December 4
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $5 per person 
Registration required.
Instructor:  Bernice Bernard

Christmas Pottery Workshop
Friday, December 5
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $10. Space is limited to 15 participants.


Let’s Dance with Fernando
Saturday, December 27
7 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $7 per session. No registration required.
Music and dancing with DJ Fernando Martinez.

Beginner Mah Jongg Class
Mondays, January 5, 12 and 26, February 2 and 9
8:45 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $75 per person plus $15 for National Mah Jongg League Card and $14.95 for "Mah Jongg Made Easy" Book
Instructor: Mona Unger
Registration is required.

Upcoming 50+ Trips

To register for 50+ trips, contact Donna French at DFrench@Germantown-TN.gov or
(901) 751-5656.

Christmas Lunch and Shopping at The Women's Exchange
Wednesday, December 10
Meet at the Woman's Exchange (88 Racine Street) at 10:30 a.m. for shopping, followed by lunch
Space is limited and reservations are required
Choice of lunch must be selected ahead of time - View menu
here

New Orleans

April 20 through 23, 2026
Deposit: $75
Cost: $849 per person (double occupancy) or $1,099 per person (single occupancy)

EventDate/Time
12/08/2025 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
12/15/2025 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
12/22/2025 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
12/27/2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
12/29/2025 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM