The Solvang Senior Center will begin construction on its new state-of-the-art facility with a groundbreaking ceremony, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15 at the American Legion Wing of the Solvang Veterans Memorial Building.

Community members are invited to attend the event.

A rendering of the new Solvang Senior Center shows a beige colored two-story building with black and brown trim. (Courtesy photo)
The new Solvang Senior Center will be a 5,500-square-foot, two-story building. (Courtesy photo)

The 5,500-square-foot, two-story building will double the center’s current size, allowing for expanded services, concurrent programs, and a broader range of activities to meet the needs of Solvang’s growing senior population.

The facility will also serve as a community resource for multi-generational programming and events. Construction is expected to be completed within 18 months.

During construction, which is expected take about 18 months, the Senior Center will continue to offer its full range of programs and activities without interruption.

The Senior Center’s operaions have been temporarily relocated to the American Legion Wing of the Veterans Memorial Building, located near the original site. Updated class schedules and program details are available online at solvangseniorcenter.org.

The city of Solvang approved the construction project and issued the building permit in December. Preparations are underway, with construction fencing in place and demolition of the existing modular structure scheduled to begin on Jan. 6.

Fundraising efforts remain ongoing to support the final stages of construction and prepare the new facility for expanded programming.

The nonprofit Solvang Senior Center currently serves 650 individuals, offering 20 weekly classes and activities, nutrition programs, community outreach initiatives, and educational events.

For more, visit solvangseniorcenter.org, email ssctr@verizon.net, or call 805-688-3793.