ASI will be closed on Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King, Jr Day. No programs or lunch service will be provided on that day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an important national observance because it recognizes the life and legacy of a leader who reshaped the civil rights movement through courage and nonviolent action.
Dr. King’s efforts helped dismantle segregation, broaden voting rights, and elevate conversations about justice and equality across the United States. His teachings continue to inspire new generations to challenge discrimination and work toward a more inclusive society, making the federal holiday both a reflection on history and a call to continued action.
For the senior community, MLK Day carries particular meaning. Many older adults lived through the civil rights era and witnessed firsthand the struggle for equal rights, giving them a unique perspective on how far society has come and how far it still must go. The holiday also encourages seniors to share their experiences with younger generations, strengthening inter-generational learning and connection.
In addition, the day’s emphasis on service aligns with volunteer opportunities often embraced by senior groups, allowing them to contribute to community well-being while honoring Dr. King’s enduring message of unity, dignity, and justice for all.
Pagosa Puzzle Palooza
You’re Invited to enter the Pagosa Puzzle Palooza, a team jigsaw puzzle contest, benefiting Archuleta Seniors, Inc. and our local senior meal programs. It will be held on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m.at the Pagosa Senior Center (Ross Aragon Community Center), 451 Hot Springs Blvd. Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Check in is at 12:00p.m., competition is 1:00 – 4:00pm, and awards are at 4:00 – 5:00pm. Team (two to four people) entry fee is $40 per team.
Forms are available at givebutter.com/PagosaPuzzlePalooza26, or stop in the ASI office at 451 Hot Springs Boulevard. You can return the forms by email or drop off at the office.
Each team will also rally support by gathering sponsorships and donations, with every dollar raised going directly to support our Senior Center and the Meals on Wheels Program that nourishes local elders year-round.
Create an original team name and complete and submit your team registration form. Fundraise – reach out to friends, family, or community members to sponsor your team with a donation of support. Want to join but don’t have a team? Call the ASI office to leave your name and phone number and ASI will see if there are other participants who may want to create a team.
Let’s put the pieces together for a great cause!
Mahjong
Mahjong is a 19th-century Chinese tile-based game that is commonly played with four players. Each player receives 13 tiles to make matching sets and pairs (like poker). To win, a player must form four sets and one pair. Come to the Senior Center to learn or play every Tuesday at 1:15pm.
Bridge
The game of Bridge is held on Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m. every week. It has also been added on Wednesdays at 1:15 PM. Bridge is a four-player card game with partners sitting opposite each other around a table. It is a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck. Come alone or bring a partner.
Hand & Foot Card Game
Whether you are new to Hand & Foot or interested in learning, please join us most Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior Center. This card game involves 4 rounds of play, with the final round reached sometime between 2 to 3 hours later. Plan to stay and meet some new friends or catch up with those you have missed over the last couple of years. No experience is necessary, so come willing to learn.
Emotional Freedom
New day and time – On the second Thursdays of the month, from 1:30 to 2:30pm, join the “Tappers,” who practice the self-regulation technique of EFT to relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, insomnia, and more. Everything you need to get started is included in this fun, engaging, supportive class. Taught by Judith Newman, LPC.
Mexican Train Dominoes
Mexican Train Dominoes meets on Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior Center.
Ruby’s Writers Guild
The Ruby’s Writers Guild meets from 8:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays. The Guild is an informal group that supports writers of all genres and experiences. The Guild support writers through friendly critique, resources, discussion, and literary and cultural activities. Bring your secret idea drafts or completed manuscripts. Come join the group.
Dine-In and Grab‘N’Go Lunch Monday through Friday
Join local elders, their friends, family, and community at the Community Café, also known as the Silver Fox’s Den, in person for delicious meals Mondays through Fridays downtown at the Ross Aragon Community Center between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Grab ‘N’ Go pickup via our convenient portico is also available all week, including Fridays.
To reserve your meal for the day, please make your reservation via text or phone call (970) 264-2167 by 8:45 a.m. on weekdays. Please say whether it is dine-in or Grab ‘N’ Go.
For those 60 or older, we request a suggested donation of $6.00, but no one will be turned away. There is a $10.50 charge for guests under the age of 60.
Community Cafe Menu
Thursday, January 15 – Beef Cottage Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Sauteed Cabbage, Garden Salad, Fruit, Brownie, Milk
Friday, January 16 – Chipotle Lime-Tortilla Crusted Tilapia with Tartar Sauce, Broccoli, Rice Pilaf, Garden Salad, Fruit, Milk
Monday, January 19 – Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 20 – Crispy Cod Fish with Tartar Sauce, Zucchini, Garden Salad, Fruit, Cherry Crisp, Milk
Wednesday, January 21 – Beef Chili with Cheese, Green Beans and Bacon, Cornbread, Garden Salad, Fruit, Vanilla Yogurt, Milk
Thursday, January 22 – Zuppa Toscana with Italian Sausage and Spinach, Focaccia Bread, Garden Salad, Fruit, Tiramisu, Milk
Friday, January 23 – Asian Chicken Salad with Mandarin Oranges, Scallions, and Crispy Noodles, Chicken Dumplings with Dipping Sauce, Milk
Meals on Wheels
We deliver fresh Meals on Wheels five days a week (and provide frozen Meals on Wheels for weekends) to homebound Archuleta County residents. The meals are delivered by our wonderful volunteers, whom we so greatly appreciate. Call or text us at (970) 264-2167 for information on how to sign up for the program.
Board Vacancies
ASI Board of Directors has positions open. Terms are 3 years with an option to renew for an additional term. Potential candidates should be at least 21 years of age or older and must have a passion for adult and aging services. Please stop by our offices at 451 Hot Springs Blvd. to pick up an application form or call (970) 264-2167 for more information.