Classes, Programs & Events

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Pyle offers everything from social events to fitness classes. Browse the menu below to learn more.

Annual Events

Pyle Arts and Crafts Boutique

Image of crocheted cacti Every year in October, Pyle hosts an arts and crafts boutique. The market features local vendors offering unique, handmade items in a variety of mediums. You can score everything from crocheted animals to intricate jewelry and lots more in between.

Date and time:
Thank you to all who attended the 2025 event! Return in 2026 to learn about the next one.

Health and Wellness Expo

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Meet over 50 vendors every April providing health and wellness resources to seniors. A complimentary yogurt parfait will be available (while supplies last). This is a FREE event.

Date and time:
Thank you for all for participating in 2026. We hope to see you April 2027!

Arts & Crafts

Please note that these groups are for ages 50+.

Tempe Needlewielders

Image of people knitting The Needlewielders are an energetic and creative group, ages 50 and better, that meets each week to make items for donation to local hospitals and charities. If you have some time and love to sew, crochet and knit, please come join the fun and make a difference in your community!

Days and times:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The Needlewielders happily accept donations from the community of items with which they can make their creations. They can use baby yarn, acrylic yarn, 100% cotton yarn, elastic, polyester stuffing and batting, crochet hooks and scissors.

SEW Social - Open Needlework and Crafts

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Bring your own project of any kind and join in the fun!

Days and times:
Fridays, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Art Classes

Pyle offers a variety of art classes including Intro to Watercolor, Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor, Mixed Media Dimensional Design and Oil (acrylic accepted) Painting.

How to register: Find a list of Pyle's art classes and register here.

See receipt notes for materials needed.

Benefits Assistance Program

Offered by the Area Agency on Aging, this program provides objective information about insurance and benefits to seniors, the disabled and caregivers. Meetings are by appointment only. Call the Pyle Front Desk (480-350-5211) to reserve your time slot.

Services include:

Assistance with organizing Medicare and Supplemental claims information to ensure that all benefits are paid and obligations to providers are satisfied.
Up-to-date information and assistance on Medicare Part D prescription drug program.
Information regarding HMOs, managed care, Medicare Supplement plans (Medigap) and options under Medicare.
Assistance with Medicare appeals and resolving problems.

Cards, Games & Bingo

Please note that all game groups (with the exception of 18+ Bingo) are for ages 50+.

Cribbage

Days and times:
Mondays, 8:30 a.m. - noon

Mahjong

Days and times:
Beginner: Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon
Intermediate/Advanced: Thursdays, 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Scrabble

Days and times:
Mondays, 1 - 3 p.m.

Pinochle & Games

Days and times:
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Bingo

Cards are 50¢ each with a maximum of ten cards. You must arrive before 1 p.m. to play – late arrivals are not allowed in the Bingo room. Players must be aged 18+.

Days and times:
Wednesdays, 12:15 p.m. (doors open), 1 p.m. (games begin)

Party Bridge

Days and times:
Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Classes

Adult (18+) Classes

Image of the space The facility hosts a wide array of exercise and fitness classes for adults aged 18+ (in some cases, 14+ or 16+). Find a full list and register here.

Most classes are available for single day drop-in. Cost of a drop-in is $10.

Adult (50+) Classes

Pyle curates a diverse selection of classes for adults aged 50+. These include everything from dance to yoga to fitness to art. Find a full list and register here.

Most classes are available for single day drop-in. Cost of a drop-in is $6.

Discussion Groups & Pyle Book Club

Please note that these discussion groups are for ages 50+.

Men's Group

Informal discussion just for guys.

Days and times:
Tuesdays, 1 - 3 p.m.

Current Events Discussion Group

Discuss current events in the news, books, movies, etc. Meets virtually and in-person. Call the Pyle front desk (480-350-5211) for the virtual meeting link.

Days and times:
Thursdays, 1 - 3 p.m.

Pyle Book Club

All retirees are invited to join the book club. Each month the club reads a different book and then meets to discuss it. Group members provide their own copies of the books. Meets virtually and in person. Call the Pyle front desk (480-350-5211) for the virtual meeting link.

Days and times:
Last Friday of each month, 9 - 11 a.m.

Socrates Cafe

If you are ready for some philosophical conversation with other people who like to discuss thoughtful ideas, this is the group for you! An open mind is the only requirement.

Days and times:
Saturdays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Pyle Conference Room

Fitness Center

Lunch Programs

Please note that the lunch programs are for ages 50+.

Tuesday Lunches

Image of people eating at a table On Tuesdays, join your friends for a simple, low-cost lunch. Food is served at 11:30 a.m. Find the menu in the Roadrunner Chronicle. $3 for RTA members; $4 for non-members. Registration is required by the Monday before. Register at Pyle's front desk or online by clicking this link.

Thursday Special Event Lunches

Image of people standing and smiling On Thursdays, Pyle hosts lunches followed by entertainment or activities. Food is served at 11:30 a.m. (unless otherwise noted). Fees vary by event. Registration and payment are required by the Tuesday before. Register at Pyle's front desk or online by clicking this link.

Music

Please note that these groups are for ages 50+.

Looney Tooners Kitchen Band

Image of people playing instruments The Looney Tooners are a fun-loving group of people who enjoy performing in a unique way. They play kitchen objects as well as other musical instruments. All levels welcome!

Days and times:
Rehearsals are Mondays, 9 - 11 a.m. (except June, July and August). Performance days, times and locations vary.

Pyle Bluegrass & Folk Jam Sessions

Image of people sitting in a circle and playing instruments All levels welcome! Even if you don't play an instrument, you are encouraged to come listen and tap your toes - no registration required.

Days and times:
Mondays, noon - 3 p.m.

Advanced Bluegrass Jam Sessions

Days and times:
Fridays, 10 a.m. - noon