Here’s What Is Happening

December 31, 2025

Holiday Hours

New Year’s Holiday: The PZSC will be closed Thursday, January 1 thru Sunday, January 4. The Center will also close at 5 PM today, Wednesday, December 31.

Normal hours will resume on Monday, January 5.

A New Year, and a Wish for You

As we welcome a new year, we want to share a simple wish for every member of the Portage Zhang Senior Center: good health, meaningful connection, and plenty of reasons to smile.

The start of a new year is a natural moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead. Whether your goals are big or small—staying active, trying something new, reconnecting with friends, or simply enjoying a steady routine—we hope the PZSC continues to be a place that supports and inspires you.

We’re looking forward to another year filled with programs, conversations, laughter, and community. Thank you for being part of what makes this place so special. Your presence, participation, and kindness shape the center more than you know.

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and fulfilling New Year. We’re glad to be starting it together.

AARP Tax-Aide Assistance at the PZSC

Registration opens Monday, January 5 at 8 AM. 

To schedule an appointment, call (269) 329-4555.

PLEASE NOTE: Calls/messages received prior to 8 AM on Monday, January 5 will NOT receive a return call.

Beginning Tuesday, February 3, AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers will offer free tax preparation every Tuesday through April 14. Appointment times are available between 9 AM and 2:30 PM. All volunteers are IRS-trained and certified. 

To ensure a smooth appointment, please bring all required documents and plan to pick up your tax packet one week beforehand. 

Program notes: 

• This service is free for all, with a focus on taxpayers age 50+, low-income individuals, and those with disabilities. 
• PZSC and AARP membership is not required. 
• PZSC staff cannot provide tax-related guidance. 

Kitchen Made Remedies- Short Term Memory

Thursday, January 29 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

$10 Members / $15 Non-Members

Short-term memory challenges can make it difficult to retain new information and may become more noticeable with age. In this workshop, you’ll learn lifestyle habits that support memory and explore herbs that promote brain health and recall. Participants will make an herbal tea blend to take home to support short-term memory. 

KVCC Dental Hygiene Presentation

Friday, January 30 from 9 – 10:30 AM

Free, Call to register at 269-329-4555

Seniors from KVCC’s Dental Hygiene Clinic will present on oral health topics including:

• Periodontal Disease
• How health conditions and medications affect your mouth
• Best home care practices and product selection
• Whitening Products
• Denture and Appliance Care
• Managing Concerns like dry mouth. 

This session includes an interactive activity and time for individual questions. Free dental products will be provided. 

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, January 16

12 – 6 PM

To schedule an appointment, call (269) 353-6180 or visit redcrossblood.org 

Sponsored by Absolutely Homecare and Medical Staffing

Absolute Homecare and Medical Staffing is partnering with the PZSC to host an American Red Cross Blood Drive. When registering, please specify “Portage Zhang Senior Center” as your location. Walk-in appointment may be available as time permits. For questions, contact the American Red Cross of Southwest Michigan at 269-353-6180. 

Healthy Homes Workshop

Two-Day Class:

Wednesday, January 21 and Friday, January 23 from 11 AM – 12 PM

Free, Call to register at 269-329-4555

Learn simple, practical ways to make your home a healthier place to live. This workshop covers the 10 principles of a healthy home, with special emphasis on reducing mold and moisture and keeping your home pest-free. You’ll leave with tools and strategies to improve indoor air quality and safety. At the end of the workshop, participants receive a Healthy Home Kit that includes a bucket, mop, spray bottle, cleaning solution, mask, gloves, first aid kit, and more – everything you need to get started. 

Travel With the PZSC!

Bi-Weekly Highlights

• 3/8 Misery at Farmers Alley Theatre Kalamazoo, MI $90 M / $100 NM (Minibus)
• 3/25 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI $50 M / $60 NM
• 4/12 Murder on the Links at Purple Rose Theatre Chelsea, MI $145 M / $155 NM
• 4/21 Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Amish Living Shipshewana, IN $135 M / $145 NM 
• 5/7 Tulip Time & The Texas Tenors Holland, MI $160 M / $170 NM
• 5/11 Grand Hotel 2026 Mackinac Island, MI $1500 pp double occupancy $1800 pp single occupancy
• 5/19 Chihuly at Fredrik Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids, MI $70 M / $80 NM (Minibus)
• 5/31 White Sox vs Detroit Tigers (Includes food & beverage package) Chicago, IL $130 M / $140 NM 
• 06/8-06/11 Exploring Petoskey, Charlevoix, and Ludington-Call for Pricing
• 6/17 America’ 250th Celebration at Blue Gate Shipshewana, IN $75 M / $85 NM (Minibus)
• 6/28 Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros Detroit, MI $100 M / $110 NM
• 7/16 Cruising Down the River (Detroit Princess) Detroit, MI $175 M / $185 NM  
• 7/22 Chicago Cubs vs Detroit Tigers Chicago, IL $140 M / $150 NM  
• 7/22 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI $50 M / $60 NM
• 7/23 Escape to Margaritaville at Cornwell’s Turkeyville Marshall, MI $75 M / $85 NM (Minibus)
• 7/26 The Great Gatsby at Devos Grand Rapids, MI $130 M / $140 NM (Minibus)
• 8/13 Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians Detroit, MI $100 M / $110 NM
• 8/20 Essenhaus & Classic Car Cruise-in Middlebury, IN $45 M / $55 NM (Minibus)
• 9/27 Detroit Tigers vs Pittsburg Pirates (last home game) Detroit, MI $100 M / $110 NM
• 10/14 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI $50 M / $60 NM

To view all the PZSC Travel opportunities please visit the Travel page on our website!

3 ways to Register for Programs and Classes at the PZSC 

1. MyActiveCenter (MAC) – Online Platform 
2. In person at the reception desk 
3. Phone Registration 

Priority for Taking Registration

On fitness registration day, priority will be as follows: 

• MyActiveCenter (MAC) has first priority  
• In-person registration has second priority  
• Phone Registration and Voicemails will have third priority 

Please note: Phone Calls and Voicemails left earlier or before 8 AM will not be returned.