Activities

What makes The Lake Merritt so special is the unique opportunity we offer our residents to be part of a community that views growing older and retirement as an opportunity for learning, having new experiences and being engaged in community life.

We bring people together, young and old, to learn, discuss and explore a wide range of topics from health promotion to social and environmental issues and local initiatives.

Join us for our Topics of Merritt, a weekly lecture series that brings experts, authors, and enthusiasts to offer talks for our residents. This free program welcomes the public.

Our complimentary programming offers:

Stimulating speakers
Skilled instructors who offer a variety of classes
Unique experiences tailored to the interests and needs of our residents

Some of our activities include:

Weekly lecture series – Topics of Merritt
Fitness programs - 6 classes per week
Creative writing
Tech help and walking partner programs with high school students
Album Club
Political and philosophical discussion groups each week
Book Club
Monthly museum trips
Regular excursions to a variety of Bay Area hot spots
Concerts at outside venues, as well as in-house
Choir
Monthly resident council and activities planning meetings
Opportunities to give back to the community
Art classes and workshops
English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) Conversations in partnership with Laney College
Brain Aerobics
Happy hour events and parties in our lake-view restaurant
Holiday Celebrations
Opportunities to interact with the public at social and educational events
and more!