Community Activities

Meet Old Friends – or Make New Ones!

The Pt. Defiance~Ruston Senior Center has always been proud to offer top-notch programs—most held right here at the Center, with the exception of our trips. But with new research showing how much isolation can affect every aspect of our lives, we’re excited to introduce something new: meetup groups!

These gatherings are a chance to connect, laugh, and enjoy time with friends—both familiar and new. We hope you’ll join in the fun!

Know Before You Go:

• Sign up for your favorite group (or all of them!) by calling (253) 756-0601 or registering in person at the Senior Center.
• Getting there: Participants are responsible for their own transportation, but carpooling with friends is encouraged.
• Going Dutch: Each person pays for their own food or activities.

The Breakfast Club

When:  Second Saturday of the month
Time: 10am
Host:  Kate Gray, the Director of the Senior Center
Location: The Club House, 6501 6th Avenue, Tacoma

Please register by calling (253) 756-0601 so reservations can be made in advance.  Let’s get out of the house and have a good breakfast with friends.  See you there!

The Prime Time Hop

Visit a brewery and restaurant

When: Third Thursday of the month
Time: 3:30pm
Host:  Ron Yaden, Senior Center Volunteer
Location: Sig Brewery, 2534 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma

Please register by calling (253) 756-0601 so reservations can be made in advance.  Come have a cold brew with friends!

Prime Time Plates

When: Fourth Thursday of the month
Time: 4:00pm
Host:  Chris Johns
Location: Coopers, 5928 N. 26th St., Tacoma

Please register by calling (253) 756-0601 so reservations can be made in advance.  Come have a glass of wine, visit with friends, enjoy a good dinner, and have some fun!

Walking w/Dogs

Time: 9:00am                              Host:  Kate Gray and Hershey
Location:  Baltimore Park, 4716 N Baltimore St., Tacoma – Behind Senior Center

The dog walk is a small group from the Senior Center that love their pups and just want to get out of the house and walk their pups with friends!  This group meets from approximately May through September, and is dependent on the weather.  It is always best to call ahead to ensure the group is meeting.  And, yes, you are welcome without pets!  Please register or check for updates by calling (253) 756-0601

Watch for future groups!