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Willow Glen Community and Senior Center |
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2175 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose CA 95125 (408)448-6400 |
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Community Center Hours of Operation:
Monday: 8am-6pm
Tuesday: 8am-6pm
Wednesday: 8am-8pm
Thursday: 8am-8pm
Friday: 8am-4pm
Saturday: 830am-1:30pm |
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Interested in taking a new class? You can come in and pick up a copy of our brochure or you can download/view one online by simply clicking the picture below to see which classes are offered at Willow Glen community center. |
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CLICK HERE TO SEARCH AND ENROLL IN CLASSES |
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A FEW OF THE SPECIALTY CLASSES HELD AT WILLOW GLEN |
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Spend a week enjoying the world’s most popular sport in a fun, recreational environment. Learn and practice soccer skills including: dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting and defense. Everyone is a winner as the week’s fun culminates in an age-appropriate “World Cup” tournament. All campers will receive a soccer ball and soccer jersey. |
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This multi-sport program was developed to give 4 to 7 year-olds a positive first step into athletics. Soccer, Baseball & Basketball are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun. Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. All participants receive a ball, t-shirt and a merit award. |
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Modern Advancements Department M.A.D. Science is a kid's science show aimed at 6th-8th graders. It combines science fiction story elements with real hard science and field segments that represent premiere technology companies in the Bay Area. |
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UJAM WITH LORI CUTRIGHT UJam Fitness is a wildly athletic dance fitness workout that unites world beats and urban rhythms to a variety of dance styles including hip-hop, Latin, and other dance crazes, for a workout that is bound to get your heart rate up, your body moving and you shaking up a sweat, all while having fun! Come burn the calories with us! If you like Zumba, you will LOVE UJam! |
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CAMP! CAMP! CAMP! CAMP! The Willow Glen Community Center provides an array of fun camps for children. At Camp San Jose your child gets an unforgettable, traditional summer camp experience for under $5 an hour! Your child will be playing crazy games, sports, creating cool arts & crafts projects, singing funny songs and embarking on a weekly, entertaining field trip. Our price includes a low leader to child ratio-1:10, field trips, one Camp San Jose shirt for the summer, skill building, new friendships, disguised learning and much more! Campers need to bring water and sunscreen everyday. Check with your local community center for a complete list of field trips, lunch programs, scholarships and payment plan! Extended care from 3:00-6:00pm available for an additional cost.
The Leadership Development Program is designed for 11-13 year olds who want to prepare for their role as a future camp leader and to meet with others with the same interest. Working closely with Recreation Staff, they will learn all aspects of camp and what it takes to become an inspiring and memorable camp leader. Camp will bring a sense of pride in helping others, as well as teen development, character & team building and a whole lot of fun! The registration fee includes supervision, admission fees, supplies & equipment, training materials and if trips are planned, transportation (via San José City vehicles, City Transit, or Charter Bus). The participant must provide spending money for trips and bring their own lunch. A certificate of completion will be given out at the end of the session.
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The Willow Glen Neighborhood Association (WGNA) was formed in 1973 by concerned citizens of Willow Glen who volunteered to represent citizens on issues of neighborhood enhancement and preservation. The WGNA focuses its efforts on matters such as land use, planning, traffic, safety, open space, parks, and recreation. Read about the history of WGNA, and a statistical breakdown of member interests. The WGNA is governed by its bylaws. |
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SENIORNET COMPUTER CLASSES |
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SeniorNet is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide computer education and access to people 50 years and above. One of our 70+ learning centers is located at the Willow Glen Community and Senior Center and available to you!
We offer two levels of classes. Our Introduction to Computer have three different classes. They are designed for the student who has little or no computer knowledge. Upon completion, you will be able to create, edit, and save documents and organize files. The second level, Intermediate/Advanced teaches you how to search the internet with Fun with Google or Best of the Internet. Other classes offered are Digital Photography (4 courses), Word Processing, E-mail, Computer Maintenance and much more! www.snlcsj .org
Please contact Libby Harbour 408-371-3999 for any questions regarding SeniorNet
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Advisory Council |
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The purpose of the Willow Glen community advisory council is to inform and educate the members of the community so that support and participation in the community while assessing the needs of the community are met. The Willow Glen Advisory Council meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Willow Glen community center in the back office of the main office building at 7p.m. We encourage you to come to one of our meetings, introduce yourself, and engage in our meetings. Hope to see you at the next meeting! Please call (408) 448-6400, for the next meeting date
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For more information regarding the 2175 Lincoln Ave. |
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Blood Pressure Checks First and third Tuesday of each month from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the front office. FREE
Bread Donation Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Fridays at 10:30 a.m. One loaf of bread per active adult family. FREE
Haircuts Firs and third Friday of each month (and 5th Fridays when applicable) from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in Room 8. First come first served. Hair must be washed and dried. FREE
Health Insurance Counseling Third Tuesday of each month by appointment only. Must be 65 years of age or older. Please call 408-448-6400 to make an appointment. FREE
Resources Council on Aging located on the Alameda provides many resources such as Care Management, Senior Employment, Long Term Care Insurance, and much more. You can reach them at 408-296-8290 or visit them online at www.caseaccess.org.
Thanks to trained volunteers, Resource Appointments are also available at the Seven Trees Community & Senior Center. To make an appointment, please call 408-794-1690. FREE
Senior Adult Legal Assistance (S.A.L.A.)
Half hour free legal assistance for seniors who are age 65 and older, and a Santa Clara county resident. First Thursday of each month by appointment only. Please call 408-448-6400. FREE
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Senior Services |
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Please be sure to stop and take a look into our Children’s Theatre class at Willow Glen community center and click on the picture above to be directed to their website www.wgct.org for a more advanced look into what the Willow Glen Children’s Theatre has to offer! Willow Glen's Theatre Program gives children the chance to act on stage! All participants get a role and even have the opportunity to give their creative input. Our unique approach teaches kids many things they can apply to their regular every day life. All this can be accomplished in our stress-free environment where children also make new friends through the magic of theatre. *Rehearsal schedules and performance dates are posted 2-3 weeks into program. |