Do you like clubs for older people?

charry said:
it all depends of the circle of people or friends jamala, Alot of people could , make
you more depressed , and certain people could drive you nuts LOL
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guilty as charged... certain circles like to quibble around in jest while others take themselves too seriously.

i learned my lesson when confronted by one seemingly sweet and pios lady... upon hearing that i was developing a new type of therapy. some people like to argue and i would provide an adversarial role. she told me it wouldn't ever work for her, and i smiled. then she asked me who gave me permission to treat people like that... my next four words set her off. her face turned several shades of red, she jumped from her chair with a scream and if she had silverware (instead of plastic) i would probably have shed some blood that day.

i smoothed things over the next time our paths crossed with a heartfelt apology. beliefs aren't meant to be toyed with.
 
I'm tempted to start some unique groups.

60-70 Grumpy old people club (Women are most welcome)

71-80 Grumpier old people club.

81-90 Shut up, Matlock is on!

Then there's 1-3 operations club

Then 4-7

Then you gather round, put in $100. Last one to survive surgery gets the pot.
 
Alligatorob said:
Might make an exception for a fishing club, but don't really know of one.
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We have a group of boat owners that are very serious about fishing and all plan trips you bring your boat your trip is free we alternate trips, most all also shoot together, sometimes multiple boat trips. We go every week somewhere. Usually if weather permitting, winter months preferred, less weekend idiots out.
 
Typically, I'm not a joiner but I did try our state operated senior centers. It's a mixed bag of people where some are OK and a few who are a pain. Some have had age take a real toll on them. In all though, I think being with old people makes you feel old too and I want to avoid that mindset because then it seems like you're finished and given up.
 
If I join anything, it tends to be for a specific activity (e.g., language practice or astronomy), not an age group.

There is a senior center here. Sometimes I feel lonely enough to consider joining. But their activities seem rather ho-hum (card games and the like). With Covid still in the air, it doesn't seem worth the risk.

Most of my friends tend to be younger. I joined Senior Forums to discuss topics related to aging.

In the other thread, some people mentioned that they don't like school reunions because the talk is mostly about surgeries and grandchildren. This is kind of why I don't hang out with people my own age.

In my town -- as in most towns I know of -- there is a group of older men who meet daily for coffee. Women don't seem to do that as much.
 
We has a senior club here until the COVID started. There's been some local buzz it may be starting up again, but nothing is definite about it. All we did was have lunch, play BINGO and do a craft (which I usually didn't stay for). When it first started, attendees were asked to bring their own lunches, but then they started sending out for pizza, and someone would bring side dishes and desserts. These clubs are okay as long at it is strictly for SENIORS. Most of the people in the local one were grandparents and babysat their grandkids, whom the brought to the meetings. Of course the kids were quickly bored then started screaming, shoving each other and chasing around. Not a good combo with mobility impaired people with canes and walkers.
 
hollydolly said:
it's the same with coach trips for older people.. they're still singing It's a long way to tipperary...good Grief!! :eek:... and at adult only holiday hotels, they have Elvis impressionists as the entertainment..*Groan*
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Spoilsport - sounds like fun :)
 
Fyrefox said:
My mother was vice-president of a town “Senior’s Club,” and a lot of drinking went on there.🍹 Sometimes my mother would pull out her violin, at which point the proceeding could be considered elder abuse… 🙀 🎻
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Actually, there was a bit of a to do a few years back regarding gambling - I think the bets were in pennies but it's the principle, some real cheats there! :)
 
hollydolly said:
I;d take anything tbh... Older people don't exist as far as clubs etc are concerned, around here... ..those that do are clearly for people who are verrrry old IYSWIM .. and they're still playing war songs as entertainment..
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Same here except the songs being played are religious hymns.
Wayne said:
I am a member of 2 semi clubs
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"Semi"?

debodun said:
These clubs are okay as long at it is strictly for SENIORS. Most of the people in the local one were grandparents and babysat their grandkids, whom the brought to the meetings. Of course the kids were quickly bored then started screaming, shoving each other and chasing around. Not a good combo with mobility impaired people with canes and walkers.
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Same here, usually.
 
hollydolly said:
it's 50 years out of date...
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To be fair, I do think there is a gap in the market. There is a big difference between being 60's and 90's - clubs aimed at, younger seniors would be good - 60-70's discos, Abba and John Travolta and chicken in a basket with a glass of Mateus Rose. I am liking this idea :)

Mind you, I took my camera once to take some pictures for the club and they had various performers on stage, when it came to a musical act, two female members of the club got up and danced in the aisle - they were amazing. I later had a chat with them and they were both in their late 90's! If I reach that age, I will be dancing in the aisle! :)
 
charry said:
it all depends of the circle of people or friends jamala, Alot of people could , make
you more depressed , and certain people could drive you nuts LOL
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And this is why we have dogs. To be able to get out, breath fresh air, enjoy nature, not all of us need to be surrounded by people. Living where I do I have options. When someone "drives you nuts" that could lead to negative talk I try to stay away from that, life is too short. I do agree that there are probably more seniors than not that love to socialize . I am one who can only handle a couple at a time, give me an animal (s) and I would be in heaven. Each to his own, the world is big enough for us all.
 
Trish said:
To be fair, I do think there is a gap in the market. There is a big difference between being 60's and 90's - clubs aimed at, younger seniors would be good - 60-70's discos, Abba and John Travolta and chicken in a basket with a glass of Mateus Rose. I am liking this idea :)

Mind you, I took my camera once to take some pictures for the club and they had various performers on stage, when it came to a musical act, two female members of the club got up and danced in the aisle - they were amazing. I later had a chat with them and they were both in their late 90's! If I reach that age, I will be dancing in the aisle! :)
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yes there definitely is... I mean my time was Status Quo..Genesis, Mud, Slade, 10CC... David Bowie.. Moodly Blues.. Deep Purple, David Essex, Donny Osmond... I certainly don't want to be 'entertained'' by the strains of Vera Lynn...or Max Bygraves.. or some 2 bit Elvis Impersonator

Even my mum were she alive today she would be 89 years old .. her Music Era was the early 60's.. Tom Jones.. Engelbert.. the Beatles.. The Tremoes, Everly Brothers.. even at 89, she wouldn't want Pack up your troubles.. or It's a long way to Tipperary..
 
I am not a joiner - but I am not alone. I enjoy my hubby's company and am happiest spending time with him. I can understand someone that is living alone might enjoy a club, but why not join a group geared to an activity you are interested in.

Us old farts could get a little boring. :giggle:
 
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