Wellness Centers & Community Programming

Mono County Behavioral Health invites all community members to visit our wellness centers in Walker or Mammoth Lakes. These centers host a variety of free activities each week, including yoga, support groups, arts and crafts, and youth programs. Additional free programming is available in Bridgeport and Benton. 

Sierra Wellness Center 

181 Sierra Manor Road #4, Mammoth Lakes

Walker Wellness Center 

107655 Highway 395 in Walker

Benton Wellness 

Benton Social + Games 

Last Thursday of the Month
5:30-7:00 pm
Alternating Locations
Everyone is welcome at this free family-friendly alcohol free community potluck. Mono County Behavioral Health will provide the main. If you are able and willing please bring a dish to share, not required. We will eat dinner and then play a few rounds of bingo.

Benton Community Center (58869 Hwy 120): February, April, June, August, October)
Benton Tribal Community Center (567 Yellow Jacket Road): January, March, May, July, September, November)

Clubhouse Live 

Tuesdays
5:30 - 8:00 pm
Benton Tribal Community Center
567 Yellow Jacket Road
Games, snacks, homework help, hang out, listen to music. Ages 14-18. Limited space available. For more information contact Edgar at ecastelan@mono.ca.gov

Bridgeport Wellness 

Elementary Mindfulness

Tuesdays
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Memorial Hall
Limited Enrollment
A mindfulness group for the young ones in our community. Ages 5-10 only. Preregistration required. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis, with limited space is available, please email Tajia at trodriguez@mono.ca.gov to register.

Clubhouse Live 

Wednesdays: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Fridays: 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Memorial Hall
It is a conscious, safe, and brave space only for students between the ages of 11 and 18. Preregistration required. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis, with limited space available, please email Tajia at trodriguez@mono.ca.gov to register.

Journaling 

Thursdays
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Memorial Hall
Learn about the different benefits and types of journaling and how it can help your mental health. Practice various forms and figure out what resonates with you personally.

Bridgeport Social 

Ongoing
2nd Friday of each month
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Alternating Locations between Memorial Hall and Bridgeport Indian Colony CC
Please join Mono County Behavioral Health for a community potluck. We will provide the main, if you are able and willing, please bring an appetizer, side, or dessert to share (not required). 

Memorial Hall (73 North School Street): May 12, July 14, September 8, November 10
Bridgeport Indian Colony: June 9, August 11, October 13

Chalfant Community Programming 

Yoga

Thursdays (starting May 4, 2023)
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Chalfant Community Center
123 Valley Road
Join instructor Lauren Robinson, owner of Sierra Shanti Yoga Studio in Bishop, for a free community yoga class. Adults and mature teens of all levels and abilities are welcome. Chair yoga pose options are offered. Dress comfortably and bring a mat or towel. Brought to you by Mono County Public Health Tobacco Education and Social Services. For more information call (760) 924-1770.

Bingo!

Third Thursday of the Month
4:00-6:00 pm
Chalfant Community Center
Everyone is welcome at this free family-friendly community bingo. Light refreshments provided. Prizes provided by Lighthouse Church, Pioneer Health, Back Alley Bowl and Grill, and Home Street Garden. For more information contact vmora@mono.ca.gov or call (760) 924-1770. Brought to you by Mono County Senior Services.
 

Crowley Lake Wellness

Mat Pilates

Ongoing
Tuesdays
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Crowley Community Center
Classic Pilates matwork with a contemporary twist. Mobilize, lengthen and strengthen the whole body with emphasis on core stability.

Stretch & Relax

Ongoing
Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Crowley Community Center
Joint mobility, flexibility, and guided relaxation.
*must bring your own mat

Yin & Yoga Stretch

Ongoing
Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Crowley Community Center
Yin yoga, a passive practice, focuses on opening the hip joints and spine for increased range and more effective movement. *must bring your own mat

June Lake Wellness

June Lake Social  - DATE CHANGE -May 21, 2023 - this month only

June Lake Community Center
90 W Granite Avenue, June Lake
6:00-8:00 pm
Please join Mono County Behavioral Health for a community potluck. Meet, mingle and connect with your fellow community members while enjoying a free meal. We will provide the main, if you are able and willing, please bring an appetizer, side, or dessert to share (not required).  

Mammoth Lakes Wellness

Yoga and Guided Meditation

Ongoing
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Sierra Wellness Center
Yin yoga, a passive practice, focuses on opening the hip joints and spine for increased range and more effective movement. *must bring your own mat

Sunday Senior Doughnut Drop-In

Ongoing
Sundays 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Various Locations Join us for coffee, a light breakfast, community, and conversation on Sunday mornings. 
 

First Sunday: Looney Bean
Second Sunday: Stellar Brew, no meeting second Sunday in May 2023
Third Sunday: Black Velvet Coffee
Fourth Sunday: Mammoth Coffee Roasters

Pow Wow Social Dance Night

Every other Monday 
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mono Arts Council Gallery and Community Arts Center
437 Old Mammoth Rd Suite M Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Free program open to public. Delve into pow wow dance styles.
Dates: 5/15/23, 6/5/23, 6/12/23, 6/26/23

Open Space Hang

Resumes May 24, 2023 
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sierra Wellness Center, 181 Sierra Manor Road #4, Mammoth Lakes
Join us for a sober evening of games, music, and community.

Clubhouse Live

Ongoing
Fridays, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Sierra Wellness Center, 181 Sierra Manor Road #4, Mammoth Lakes
Free drop-in afterschool program for middle and high school aged students to hang out, eat some snacks, work on homework, and play games.

LBGTQIA+ Mental Health Celebration - May 23, 2023 - Stellar Brew

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Stellar Brew, 3280 Main St, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Community discussion, gather, meet, support, and eat!

Walker Wellness

Kids Ukulele

Wednesdays
3:00-3:45pm pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Introduction classes for kids 8 and older. Limited availability. Register with Betty at bhathaway@mono.ca.gov

Parent Project and Dinner

Wednesdays
5:00-6:30 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Support and guidance for parents.

Men's Meditation - no class April 20, 2023

Thursdays
2:30-3:30 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Men's mindfulness and meditation support group.

Yoga

Thursdays
4:00-5:00 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Light stretching and yoga with Ms. Betty.

Walking Group

Fridays
10:00-11:00 am
Walker Park
Join Kama for a walk and talk about anything on your mind.

Kids Art Program

Fridays
2:00-3:00 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Join Kama for some fun arts and crafts for all ages.

Mindful Hiking

Saturdays
8:30 am-12:00 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Meet at the Walker Wellness Center before departing for our hiking destination. Join David for a mindful hike to reconnect with nature and yourself.

Walker Socials - Last Friday of Every Month 

5:00-7:00 pm
Walker Wellness Center
107655 Highway 395, Walker, CA
Join MCBH at the Walker Wellness Center for a FREE community dinner/potluck.

Updated May 11, 2023

More Information

For more information on Wellness Center activities and how to access them, please call 760-924-1740.