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Programs

OWLS Club offers a full range of programs designed to keep our members engaged, active, and connected. From arts and fitness to care and support, there is something here for everyone.

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American Mahjong: Playing Group

Games
Social & Recreation

This session is all about playing and practicing, with the instructors on hand to answer any...

April 1, 2026
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American Mahjong: Playing Group

Games
Social & Recreation

Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable Mahjong practice and play session designed for those who...

April 6, 2026
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An Evening of Music with Ken Medema

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

Mark your calendars for a very special free concert at the OWLS Club featuring the extraordinary...

June 5, 2026
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Archery with Elkhart Parks

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Step outside and aim for something new! Join us for a fun and beginner-friendly Archery experience...

April 21, 2026
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BBQ at the Pletchers!

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Spend a relaxed summer afternoon at the home of our very own Roger and Lynn in...

July 7, 2026
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Beginner Pickleball Instruction

Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

Sign up for a 2-hour introduction to Pickleball to become part of the fastest-growing sport in...

April 14, 2026
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Books & Bites: Lunchtime Book Club

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

Take a break and join us for Books & Bites, a monthly book club at the...

April 8, 2026
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Bowling at Signature Lanes

Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness
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Bowling at Signature Lanes

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

You asked, and we answered! Bowling with the OWLS Club meets once a month at Signature...

June 9, 2026
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Bowling at Signature Lanes

Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness
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Bowling at Signature Lanes

Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness
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Bridge: Just Play!

Games
Social & Recreation

Already know how to play Bridge? Join us once a month for a relaxed evening of...

May 27, 2026
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Card Making

Crafts
Social & Recreation

Calling all crafting enthusiasts! We’re excited to invite you to our monthly card-making class with two...

May 21, 2026
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Caregivers’ Support Community

Social & Recreation
Support

Join us every second Wednesday of the month for Coffee and Conversation for Caregivers. This supportive...

April 8, 2026
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Chess (Drop-in)

Games
Social & Recreation

Enjoy a relaxed morning at the Owls Club with our new Drop-In & Play Chess time...

April 8, 2026
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Chess (Drop-In)

Games
Social & Recreation

Enjoy a relaxed morning at the Owls Club with our new Drop-In & Play Chess time...

April 22, 2026
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Coffee & Conversation (Drop-In)

Social & Recreation

Meet someone new and/or visit with an old friend in our café while...

April 6, 2026
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Coffee and Conversation (Roundtable Talk)

Social & Recreation

Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and great company at our weekly Coffee & Conversation Round...

April 2, 2026
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Cornhole

Games
Social & Recreation

Looking for a fun and active way to start your morning? Join us for cornhole at...

April 15, 2026
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Design & Create: Jewelry Workshop

Arts & Culture
Education
Social & Recreation

Create your own beautiful, handcrafted jewelry in this engaging class led by Jan Gilbert, a longtime...

May 15, 2026
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Euchre Club

Games
Social & Recreation

For those familiar with this beloved Midwestern classic, grab a partner, grab a deck, and get...

April 1, 2026
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Evening Euchre Club

Games
Social & Recreation

Looking for a fun way to spend your evening? Our evening Euchre sessions are the perfect...

May 21, 2026
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Evening Euchre Club

Games
Social & Recreation

Looking for a fun way to spend your evening? Our evening Euchre sessions are the perfect...

April 2, 2026
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Film Fanatics

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

Are you a fan of movies? Gather with friends and enjoy a movie and popcorn.  Please...

April 21, 2026
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Games!

Games
Social & Recreation

Fridays at the OWLS Club are all about fun and games! Each week, members gather to...

April 3, 2026
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Getting Gardens Started

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

As the growing season gets underway, our in-house gardening expert Bob Streeter returns with another timely...

April 14, 2026
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Grief Group: Comfort and Connection Group

Social & Recreation
Support

This group provides a safe and nurturing space for individuals navigating the journey of grief, regardless...

April 14, 2026
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Grumpy Old Men’s Group Coffee

Social & Recreation

Grumpy Old Men’s Group Coffee will be ready, so grab a mug—or bring your own to...

May 1, 2026
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Inside Walk at OWLS Club

Health & Nutrition
Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

For all our warm and colder seasons, we invite you to gather with us every week...

April 3, 2026
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Knitting & Crocheting: Stitching for a Cause

Arts & Culture
Crafts
Helpful Cause
Social & Recreation

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to give back while spending time with others? Knitting...

April 3, 2026
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Line Dancing with Sandy

Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

Line Dancing with Sandy Floyd — an OWLS Club member with over 20 years of teaching...

April 7, 2026
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Lunch and a Play: Lauren Gunderson’s “Artemisia”

Arts & Culture
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Acting Ensemble will perform Lauren Gunderson’s “Artemisia,” a historical drama about one of the most celebrated...

April 12, 2026
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Lunch Bunch with John & Ann

Social & Recreation

Looking for a relaxed way to connect with fellow members? Come to Friday Lunch Bunch hosted...

April 3, 2026
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Monthly Bingo Night

Games
Social & Recreation

Get ready for an evening of fun, friends, and a little friendly competition at OWLS Club's...

April 9, 2026
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Monthly Bingo Night with Dunes Hospice

Games
Social & Recreation

Get ready for a special pop-up Bingo afternoon at OWLS Club, hosted by Laura Vincent, Hospice...

May 14, 2026
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Monthly Craft & Scrapbook Club

Arts & Culture
Crafts
Social & Recreation

Get creative with Elkhart Parks in this new monthly crafting class focused on scrapbook techniques and...

June 5, 2026
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Monthly Craft & Scrapbook Club

Arts & Culture
Crafts
Social & Recreation

Get creative with Elkhart Parks in this new monthly crafting class focused on scrapbook techniques and...

July 24, 2026
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Nature Center Tour & Guided Walk

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

Enjoy a refreshing morning outdoors with Elkhart Parks at Woodlawn Nature Center for a fun and...

May 19, 2026
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Nature Center Tour & Guided Walk

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation
Sports & Fitness

Enjoy a refreshing morning outdoors with Elkhart Parks at Woodlawn Nature Center for a fun and...

July 10, 2026
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New Member Orientation & Welcome

Social & Recreation

We welcome you to join us for the monthly "OWLS Club Welcome: New Member Mingle!" A...

April 9, 2026
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Off-Campus Coffee & Conversation

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

The OWLS Club campus will be closed for Trinity events, but we know our coffee routines...

July 6, 2026
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Open Paint: Morning Creativity Session

Social & Recreation

Come enjoy a relaxing morning of painting, creativity, and good conversation! In this open paint session,...

April 1, 2026
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OWLS League of Lifelong Learners

Education
Social & Recreation

Embark on an exciting new program at OWLS Club: League of Lifelong Learners! Join us once...

April 20, 2026
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OWLS TRIP: A Taste of Shipshewana

Arts & Culture
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Experience the charm and flavors of Amish country on our Taste of Shipshewana day trip! This...

September 25, 2026
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OWLS TRIP: Alleys and Secrets of Nappanee

Education
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Step just off the main streets and uncover the hidden history of Nappanee on our Alleys...

May 22, 2026
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OWLS Trip: Battle Creek ‘The Cereal City’

Arts & Culture
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Discover the history, flavor, and charm of Battle Creek—known as “The Cereal City”—on this fun and...

August 11, 2026
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OWLS TRIP: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Arts & Culture
Education
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Experience a day where art and nature come together on a beautiful trip to Frederik Meijer...

June 18, 2026
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OWLS TRIP: Mystery Tour

Arts & Culture
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Get ready for adventure with one of Karleen’s famous Mystery Tours! Known as our OWLS Club...

July 9, 2026
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Photography Club: Explore Elkhart

Arts & Culture
Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Explore Elkhart through a new lens with OWLS Club’s Photography Club, led by our own Jennifer...

June 5, 2026
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Ping Pong & Pool

Games
Social & Recreation

Ready for some friendly table competition? Join us on Fridays at OWLS Club for a fun-filled...

April 3, 2026
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Poetry Share & Connect

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

Discover the joy of poetry in a warm, no-pressure environment with our new Monthly Poetry Sharing...

April 28, 2026
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Poetry Share & Connect

Arts & Culture
Social & Recreation

Discover the joy of poetry in a warm, no-pressure environment with our new Monthly Poetry Sharing...

April 14, 2026
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Quilling For Beginners

Arts & Culture
Crafts
Social & Recreation

Discover the art of paper quilling with Marsha Marting, one of OWLS Club’s founding board members....

May 26, 2026
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Quilling For Beginners

Arts & Culture
Crafts
Social & Recreation

Discover the art of paper quilling with Marsha Marting. Quilling is a creative technique where thin...

May 6, 2026
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Ride and Explore: Off-Campus Bike Ride!

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

With the Club closed this week, it’s the perfect opportunity to get outside and enjoy the...

July 7, 2026
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Stable Grounds Off-Campus Tour

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Join us for a special local day trip as OWLS heads off campus while the Club...

April 17, 2026
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Treasures, Tastings & Tours: A Day at the Old Bag Factory

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation

Spend a delightful morning and afternoon with Executive Director Maggie exploring the Old Bag Factory in...

April 24, 2026
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Volunteer at Maple Syrup Festival

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation
Volunteer

OWLS Club is excited to host a table this year at the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival,...

April 25, 2026
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Volunteer at Maple Syrup Festival

Offsite Event
Social & Recreation
Volunteer

OWLS Club is excited to host a table this year at the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival,...

April 24, 2026
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OWLS Club Membership Agreement

Informed Consent and Assumption of Risk

I am aware that there are significant risks involved in all aspects of physical training. I understand that the reaction of the heart, lungs and vascular system to exercise cannot always be predicted with accuracy. I understand that there is a risk of certain abnormal changes occurring during or following exercise which may include abnormalities of blood pressure or heart rate; chest, arm or leg discomfort; transient light-headedness or fainting; and in rare instances, heart attack, stroke or even death.

Program Risks

I understand that the programs and classes offered are of a nature and kind that are extremely strenuous and can/may push me to the limits of my physical abilities. These risks include, but are not limited to: falls which can result in serious injury or death, injury or death due to negligence on the part of myself, my training partner, or other people around me and injury or death due to improper use of or failure of equipment. I am aware that any of these above mentioned risks may result in serious injury or death to myself and or my partner(s). I do not/will not hold any fitness instructors or Trinity UMC responsible for any of the potential risk.

PAR-Q and Waiver of Liability

I willingly assume full responsibility for any and all risks that I am exposing myself to as a result of my participation in the programs/classes and accept full responsibility for any injury or death that may result from participation in any activity, class or physical fitness program. I hereby certify that I know of no medical problems that would increase my risk of illness and injury as a result of participation in a fitness program. With my full understanding of the above information, I agree to assume any and all risk associated with my participation in programs/classes.

Acknowledgment of Strenuous Activity

By signing this document, I acknowledge that I have voluntarily chosen to participate in a program of progressive, physical exercise. By signing this document, I acknowledge being informed of the strenuous nature of the program and the potential for unusual, but possible, physiological results including, but not limited to, abnormal blood pressure, fainting, heart attack or death. By signing this document, I assume all risk for my health and well-being, and do not hold any fitness instructors or Trinity UMC responsible for my health and well-being. I understand that questions about exercise procedure and recommendations are encouraged and welcome.

Photo Release

Unless I otherwise contact an OWLS Club official, OWLS Club has permission to take and use my photograph while engaging in on-site OWLS activities.

Membership Policy

If you do not pick up your key tag or come to a class, your membership will expire after one year.

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Scheduled Closings

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Closings can also occur unexpectedly due to weather or unscheduled facility maintenance. All communications received during club closings will be handled on the next opening day.