Senior Programming - OPALS (Older People with Active Lifestyles)

Senior Exercise Class (Ages 55 & Older)
Everyone age 55 and older is invited to attend a free exercise program that will include stretching and toning. This program runs all year long.

Program days/times: Monday and Thursday
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost:  Free to the public
Location: Luana Savings Bank, 9321 Market Place Drive, Norwalk

OPALS luncheon (Ages 55 & Older)
 Everyone age 55 and older are welcome!  Come and socialize with the Parks and Recreation staff and enjoy a potluck style lunch. The main dish and water will be provided.  Bring a side dish or dessert to share.  Each event will have a different speaker.  Speakers will be announced prior to the event.  Must pre-register.  Call the office to register prior to the event, 515.981.9206.

Program days/times:
December 16, 2022
January 13, February 10, March 3, April 14, May 12, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Office phone:  515.981.9206
Location: Luana Savings Bank, 9321 Market Place Drive, Norwalk

December 16
Main Dish: Loaded Baked Potato Bar
Speaker: Terra Cleveland, LifeLong Links, Aging Resources of Central Iowa, IR&A Specialist, and Options Counselor

January 13
Main Dish: Maid-rite sandwiches with toppings
Speaker: Robin Leaper, Norwalk Parks and Recreation Director

February 10 
Main Dish: TBA
Speaker: Terra Cleveland, LifeLong Links, Aging Resources of Central Iowa, IR&A Specialist, and Options Counselor

March 3
Main Dish: Homemade Mac and Cheese with toppings
Speaker: Stephanie Labenz MS, RD, LD, Nutrition & Wellness Specialist, Aging Resources of Central Iowa

April 14
Main Dish: Homemade Tuna Noodle Casserole
Speaker: Kathy Fensterma, SHIIP Counselor - Medicare overview, supplements, Medicare security, and more!

May 12
Main Dish: TBA
Speaker: Stephanie Labenz MS, RD, LD, Nutrition & Wellness Specialist, Aging Resources of Central Iowa

For information on more programs offered by Norwalk Parks and Recreation see our Playbook.