John E. Howard Senior Activity Center

4400 Shell Street
Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Amenities

4400 Shell Street
Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Tel: 301-735-2400

Email: johnehowardseniors@pgparks.com

Hours:
Mon-Fri : 9 am-3:30 pm
Sat-Sun : Closed

Three women in red shirts stand smiling in a gymnasium. Two are wearing glasses and Parks and Recreation staff shirts. Behind them, the gym is set up with tables and chairs for a party.

A woman sits at a table holding a miniature flag with red, black, yellow, and green stripes that says JUNETEENTH.

A staff member in a red shirt bends down to speak to a smiling woman who is seated at a table in a gymnasium with other guests. The tables have festive red tablecloths.

In a gym set up for a party, a woman stands behind a long food table, serving a plate to a senior. Behind them, several dozen seniors sit at festive tables.

Four smiling women pose for a picture at a party table with a yellow tablecloth. Promotional items on the table are decorated with Juneteenth colors and messaging.

In a gymnasium set up for a party, three smiling women pose while sitting at a party table with a red tablecloth. They hold small Juneteenth flags.

Six adults walk toward the entrance of a tan brick building. A sign on the building reads JOHN E. HOWARD COMMUNITY CENTER / SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER.

Two men pose smiling in a room decorated with camouflage banners and balloons. One holds a camouflage-printed card in his hand. Behind them are several tables of adults enjoying a party.

Three adults pose between green balloons in front of a leafy, camouflage-decorated backdrop.

A singer wearing a vest and holding a microphone stands in a party room near several tables of seated adults. The room is decorated with balloons and camouflage banners.

Amenities

Classrooms
Crafts Room
Fitness Equipment
Game Room
Seniors Lounge

Programs & Services
Nutrition Program
Live Well Community Wellness Hub

Programs & Services

Summer 2026 CALENDAR (PDF)

Fall 2026 CALENDAR (PDF)

Since opening in January 2012, seniors are invited to participate in a variety of classes, special events, day trips, clubs, and social activities at this new senior activity center. Stop by to check us out and join in the fun!

Nutrition Program

The Senior Nutrition Program operated by the Prince George’s County Department of Family Services, Area Agency on Aging, offers a nutritionally balanced lunch at this center to individuals who are 60 or better.

Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:30 am-12:00 pm and 12:15 pm-12:45 pm

Meal Registration: Call the Department of Family Services, Aging Services Division at (301) 265-8475. You must register at least one day in advance. The suggested donation is $4.00. If you need to cancel your meal, please do so at least two days in advance. Please bring exact change to cover your donation.

Transportation Registration: Call the Department of Public Works & Transportation Intake line at (301) 499-8603.

Note: There will be no lunch program when Prince George’s County schools have a delayed opening or are closed due to inclement weather conditions.

Additional Information

For more information on nutrition and transportation services, please visit these resources:

Nutrition Program

Transportation Program

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Community Wellness Hubs are trusted gathering places that connect every member of the community to essential programs, services, and spaces that advance health equity, improve health outcomes, and enhance quality of life.

Focused on supporting physical health, mental well-being, intergenerational connection, and active aging, the Department of Parks and Recreation has identified three facilities as our pilot “Live Well Community Wellness Hubs.”

Click her for more information about Live Well Community Wellness Hubs.

Upcoming Live Well Events

Info Session: I Am a Survivor

Oct 28

Info Session: I Am a Survivor

October 28, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come hear the inspiring journeys of breast cancer survivors during this empowering session. Learn about their experiences, gain insight, and discover resources that support prevention and treatment.

Ticket Price: FREE

Free Health & Wellness Lifestyle & Learning
Spooktacular Bingo

Oct 30

Spooktacular Bingo

October 30, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Get ready for an afternoon of Halloween-themed bingo where we will play several games. Wear your favorite Halloween colors or a costume.

Ticket Price: FREE

Free Health & Wellness Holidays & Celebrations
Stretching and Toning with Betty

Oct 31

Stretching and Toning with Betty

October 31, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Want to remain limber but don’t know where to start? Stretch, flex, and tone with the use of resistance bands, tubing, and calisthenics! Develop muscle elasticity and joint mobility.

Ticket Price: $30 Resident, $39 Non-resident

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Balance Training with Rachel

Nov 2

Balance Training with Rachel

November 2, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Tip the balance in your favor! Register now for a course of gentle exercises designed to improve your balance.

Ticket Price: $12 (R) $16(NR)

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Fitness Boot Camp/Body Sculpt: Seniors with Rachel

Nov 2

Fitness Boot Camp/Body Sculpt: Seniors with Rachel

November 2, 2026 @ 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Designed with you in mind, this is a program of lesser intensity than a traditional exercise boot camp but the results are just as powerful.

Ticket Price: $12 (R) $16(NR)

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Drum-n-Tone with Betty

Nov 2

Drum-n-Tone with Betty

November 2, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Drum-n-Tone sets the physical activity of drumming to music! Drum to the rhythm of your favorite songs and have a great workout, working all muscle groups.

Ticket Price: $5 (Residents) $7 (Non-Residents)

Health & Wellness Seniors
Healthy Next Steps Program

Nov 3

Healthy Next Steps Program

November 3, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

This free program is designed to help adults build healthy habits, prevent chronic disease, and manage existing conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.

Ticket Price: FREE

18 and up Free Health & Wellness
Balance Training with Rachel

Nov 4

Balance Training with Rachel

November 4, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Tip the balance in your favor! Register now for a course of gentle exercises designed to improve your balance.

Ticket Price: $12 (R) $16(NR)

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Fitness Boot Camp/Body Sculpt: Seniors with Rachel

Nov 4

Fitness Boot Camp/Body Sculpt: Seniors with Rachel

November 4, 2026 @ 11:45 am – 12:15 pm

Designed with you in mind, this is a program of lesser intensity than a traditional exercise boot camp but the results are just as powerful.

Ticket Price: $12 (R) $16(NR)

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Fitness Intermediate with Rachel

Nov 5

Fitness Intermediate with Rachel

November 5, 2026 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Exercise at your own pace! This fun, medium paced, low-impact fitness class is designed to help you reach and maintain good physical health.

Ticket Price: $15(R) $20(NR)

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors
Tai Chi with Rachel

Nov 5

Tai Chi with Rachel

November 5, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Increase your inner peace! Non-competitive, self-paced, and relaxing, tai chi is an ancient art of exercise for balance, stretching, muscle tone, and flexibility.

Ticket Price: $9 (Residents); $12 (Non-Residents)

Health & Wellness Seniors
Stretching and Toning with Betty

Nov 7

Stretching and Toning with Betty

November 7, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Want to remain limber but don’t know where to start? Stretch, flex, and tone with the use of resistance bands, tubing, and calisthenics! Develop muscle elasticity and joint mobility.

Ticket Price: $30 Resident, $39 Non-resident

Fitness Health & Wellness Seniors