Belleville's 50+ Centre

Belleville's 50+ Centre, located inside the west entrance of the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, offers a wide range of programs for adults aged 50 and older. These include social activities, arts and games, wellness workshops, and opportunities to stay active, learn new skills and meet new people.

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Friday from 9 a.m to 4 p.m.

Membership

An annual membership is available for adults aged 50 and older.

2026 Fee: $11 per person
To join, call the Customer Service Desk at 613-966-4632 or purchase membership online.

A membership to the 50+ Centre gives you access to social, recreational and cultural programs, workshops and special events throughout the year.

Programs and Activities

Most programs require a current 50+ Centre membership. Programs change regularly. For the latest dates, times and fees, check the online registration system.

Health and Wellness Programs

Walking Group: Instructor-led indoor track walking with social coffee time. Walking Group Mondays 12 - 1:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 1 - 3 p.m.

For additional health and wellness classes (such as yoga or fitness programs for older adults), please check the current activity guide.

Learn and Connect

C.A.R.P: Canadian Association of Retired Persons. 2nd Tuesday of each month 2 - 4 p.m.
Cooking with Quinte Gardens: Virtual cooking class. 3rd Tuesday of each month 2 - 2:30 p.m.
Deaf Seniors: Connection with others from our deaf community. Mondays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Photography Group: Love taking photos?. Last Thursday of each month 10:30 a.m. to noon. September-June.

Seminars, Workshops and Special Events

September 25 - Protein & Healthy Aging
October 1 - Brain Health
October 8 - Fire Prevention
Oct 22 - Downsizing and Fraud Prevention
Nov 12 - Ageism and Seniors' Rights
Nov 19 - Falls Prevention, Surgical Replacement and Recovery
Nov 27 - Christmas Social

Social and Creative Activities

Bid Euchre: Social card play Monday afternoons 1:15 - 4 p.m. Beginners welcome.
Belleville Singers: A Community Choir Thursdays 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Books & Banter: A social book club with coffee and tea. First Wednesday of each month 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Bridge (All Levels): Friday afternoons 1 - 4 p.m.
Cribbage: Card play for fun and social connection. Tuesday afternoons 1 - 3 p.m. All welcome.
Crokinole: Table top game. Fridays 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Drumming Group: Bring your Djembe Drum or borrow one. Tuesday afternoons 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Mah Jongg: Tile game. Wednesday afternoons 1- 4 p.m. Beginners welcome.
Scrapbooking: Work on your own projects. Thursday afternoons 1 - 4 p.m. All welcome.
Stitches: Work on needlework projects. Wednesdays 9 a.m. to noon. All welcome.

Older Adult Information Fair

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Older Adult Information fair.

Mark your calendars for the 2027 Information Fair on Wednesday September 8, 2027.

Free Admission. Free Clinics. Free Snacks. Over 65 Community Exhibitors.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers aged 18 and older can support Belleville's 50+ Centre activities. A current Vulnerable Sector Check no older than six months is required. Call 613-966-4632 to learn about volunteer positions.

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