Welcome to FiftyForward Donelson Station!

All centers resumed in-person activities (following CDC protocols)
beginning Monday, Feb.1.

After closing our centers to in-person activities last March, we are happy to announce we will resume some in-person programming at our centers on Monday, Feb. 1. RSVPs are required for class participation at every center. Contact your preferred location here.
 
FiftyForward is eager to find ways for our members to connect. As we continue to listen to officials regarding best practices we are also committed to offering older adults safe connections and socialization which are critical to good mental and physical health.
 
Check out our fun and engaging virtual/online and outdoor programming, too! There’s something for everyone.
 
Our team is committed to providing essential services and resources (especially food) to older adults in our community. If you know of an older adult in need of assistance, please call our resource line at 615-743-3416. We are here to help.

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In addition to a very busy class schedule including low impact aerobics, yoga, and Tai Chi, we offer an extensive list of health and fitness classes including Zumba and strength training as well as two fitness rooms with cardio and resistance machines.

Call the center for more information, to arrange for a tour or request a copy of the newsletter. Information about classes and events for FiftyForward Donelson is also printed in Forward Focus, available at the center and at area public libraries.

Location Quick Info

FiftyForward Donelson Station
108 Donelson Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Phone Number:
615-883-8375

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Friday, closed for programming
Office opens at 8 a.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Events

The Middle Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society offers more than 30 classes quarterly in lapidary arts including silver jewelry, faceting, scrimshaw, basic wire wrapping, cold connections, bead weaving and more at the center. Visit www.mtgms.org for a full listing.

Traditional activities also are offered at the center including billiards, cards, games, and bingo. Special events are plentiful and the center welcomes and hosts many community groups including the Donelson Hermitage Exchange Club and Business Network International. Ladies and Gents, a full-service hair salon,  is also located in the center as well as The Donelson Cafe, a restaurant, which is open to the public Monday-Friday from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Class Activities & Clubs

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Donelson Station Event Space

Donelson Station offers a perfect venue for birthday parties, baby showers, wedding receptions, class reunions, etc.  Several spaces are available for events and the staff can provide detailed information about cost and availability.

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FiftyForward Donelson Station Team

Lisa Maddox Center Director, FiftyForward Donelson Station
Elizabeth Curtis Asst. Center Director, FiftyForward Donelson Station
Kelly Lavely Office Manager/Volunteer Coordinator, FiftyForward Donelson Station

The Donelson Advisory Council meets at 11:30 AM the fourth Thursday of each month.
All are welcome to attend.

Ways To Help

Volunteer

FiftyForward Donelson Station offers a wide variety of activities and projects that appeal to members and community volunteers. To inquire about where your talents, interests, and resources can be best utilized, please contact Angela Bryan, FiftyForward Donelson Station Center Director.

Center Wish List

Bingo prizes, gently used household items to sell in the Bargain Basement (no clothing or electronics), and dumbbells (4 lbs., 5 lbs., 8 lbs., 10 lbs.)

For more information on donations and support opportunities, please visit our Invest In FiftyForward page.