Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center

Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center exterior

Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center is a multi-use facility with a full kitchen. The center has a large playground and plenty of parking. Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center is a recreational facility hosting classes, athletics, and special events. This facility is also available for rentals Friday through Sunday. The center seats 125-150 people.

Current Activities

Bingo

Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

Bingo is a popular game of chance where players mark off numbers on cards, and the numbers are drawn randomly by a caller. The objective is to be the first to complete a given pattern or line and call out “BINGO!” to win. It’s a fun and social game for all. Household items are given as prizes.

Cost: $2 per person

Ongoing

Ages: 8 years and older (Children 17 years and under must be accompanied by a person 21 years or older.)  

Cooking Class

Mondays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

Learn how to prepare easy and fun recipes to make at home, healthy meal options, food safety and kitchen tips.

Cost: Free

Ongoing

Ages: 6 – 15 years old

Fashion Design Class

Mondays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

Participants will learn how to create patterns, showcase designs, and sewing techniques.

Cost: $10 Per Session

February 9, 2026 –April 6, 2026

Ages: 18 years and older

Youth Night Squad

Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A high-energy evening of non-stop fun and loads of laughs and refreshments.

Cost: $4 Per Session   

May 8, 2026

Ages 6 – 13 years old

Pool (Billiards) Tournament

Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

This tournament encourages positive competition, confidence building, and skill development. Refreshments will be served.

Cost: Free

Ongoing

Ages: 6 – 18 years old

Ping Pong (Table Tennis) Tournament

Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

This tournament will develop basic skills and participants will earn prizes. Refreshments will be served.

Cost: Free

Ongoing

Ages: 6 – 18 years old

Video Game Tournament

Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

This tournament encourages competitive play, promotes team work, skills development, fairness and fun. Refreshments will be served.

Cost: Free

Ongoing

Ages: 6 – 18 years old

Seniors at Lunch

Seniors at Lunch is being held at Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center while Joseph N. Davis Community Center is closed for roofing work. It return to Joseph N. Davis Community Center when it re-opens.

Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Seniors At Lunch with Aging Matters in Brevard is held at nutrition centers within the North, Central and South areas of Brevard County every weekday and provides hot meals and activities to Brevard’s Senior 60 years and older population. Participants will enjoy food, friendship and activities. Call for reservations at least one day in advance (321) 608-7460. 

Seniors At Lunch is also open to those younger than 60 if they live at a participating neighborhood meal site and there are seats open.

Ongoing

Ages: 60 years and older 

Bone Builders

Bone Builders is being held at Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center while Joseph N. Davis Community Center is closed for roofing work. It return to Joseph N. Davis Community Center when it re-opens.

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. 

Bone Builders is a FREE strength training and health education program offered through Aging Matters in Brevard’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Participants lift weights to improve their bone and muscle strength while also working to better their balance. Certified instructors will also discuss important topics related to bone health and nutrition. Space is limited, and registration is required in advance. Contact the RSVP office at (321) 631-2749 to sign up today.

Rental Information

Full day rentals available 9 a.m. – midnight. Additional facility hourly or block rental rate $25/hour.

Rental contracts and payment requirements must be completed:

  • Private Event: 14 days prior
  • Public Event: 30 days prior

Fees:

  • Monday – Sunday: Full Day (9 a.m. - midnight) Resident $246, Non-Resident $295
  • Monday – Sunday: 3-Hour Block (9 a.m. - midnight) Resident $82, Non-Resident $98
  • Monday – Sunday: 6-Hour Block (9 a.m. - midnight) Resident $164, Non-Resident $196

Refund/Transfer Policy

The participant must initiate all requests for refund/transfer of fees. Parks and Recreation will provide a “Request for Refund” form to individuals when they request a refund or transfer. Refunds take approximately three to four weeks to process. The form must be completed, signed, dated and returned to the Recreation Office at the Community Center where the class was located in accordance with the refund schedules:

  • Class/Athletic Fees/Summer Camp/Swim Lessons: Refund requests must be received in the Recreation office at least seven days before the starting date of the class or program. There will be a $5 per class/program administrative charge on all refunds.
  • Memberships/Passes/Daily Fees/Activities, and Special Events/Shows: No refunds.

Location

3316 Monroe Street, Melbourne, FL 32901  View Map