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Let’s Get Local!
by ACCAging
Short trips to favorite spots around town.
The Sweet Life with Condor Chocolates
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Join us for a visit to
Athens’ favorite chocolatery, Condor Chocolates, at their downtown cafe + factory. As we warm up with their cofee and chocolates, we can watch the production of their delicious trufes and other decadent desserts.
When: Wednesday, March 8th at 11 a.m.
Where: Condor Chocolates (160 E. Washington St).
Cost: $3 with transportation; free to meet us there. Limited transportation available; space is limited. Please call the CAL ofce to RSVP. Refreshments are available for purchase.
Southern Brewing Company Tour and Tasting
Join us for a fun afternoon at one of Athens’ local breweries, Southern Brewing Company, for a tour & tasting! The Brewmasters will take us through the 11,000 square-foot facility, educating us on the intricate process of brewing diferent kinds of beer. To further your appreciation of the craft, we will sample a few of their fnest brews and have a chance for a Q&A session. Southern Brewing Company is locally owned and operated and is nestled on 15 acres of land making it Athens’ ideal outdoor music venue as well. Come support a local business with us!
When: Thursday, March 30th from 2-4 p.m.
Where: Southern Brewing Company (231 Collins Ind. Blvd, Athens, GA)
Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members
Totally Taylored - A Sustainable Home Goods Shop
Located in Bottleworks in Downtown Athens, Totally Taylored is a destination for those seeking a more sustainable lifestyle. Owner Taylor Ooley is passionate about reducing waste in landflls and exposure to harmful chemicals by promoting locally-made, healthful home goods. The cozy shop features natural and sustainable products crafted with care, from beauty balms to soaps to a “refllery” for laundry detergent and dish soap (bring your own container!) After we visit the shop, we’ll enjoy lunch at Viva! Argentine Cuisine.
When: Wednesday, April 19th at Noon (Depart CAL at 11:45 a.m. or meet us at the shop at 12 p.m.)
Where: Totally Tailored (367 Prince Ave, Athens, GA) Cost: $3 with transportation, free to meet us there. Lunch not included. Space is limited; RSVP required. Contact arippin@accaging.org or call 706-549-4850.
Braves Game
We’re taking you out to the ball game! We’ll watch the Atlanta Braves take on the Houston Astros and enjoy the freworks show after the game. Limited tickets are available on a frst-come, frst-served basis.
When: Friday, April 21st (Meet at CAL at 3:45 p.m. Game starts at 7:20 p.m.)
Where: Truist Park, Atlanta
Cost: $55 for members. $65 for non-members (includes game ticket and transportation; concessions are self-pay)
Outlet Shopping in Commerce
A new trip for CAL members - we’ll venture just 30-minutes up the road to the popular Tanger Outlets.
Top Golf
Every April, golf lovers descend on Augusta National Golf Club for the Masters Tournament. In a tip of the hat to this time-honored tradition, we will be taking swings at Top Golf in Buford, Georgia. This entertainment venue ofers climate-controlled hitting bays, giant outfeld targets and high-tech balls that score themselves! There is also a rooftop terrace, HDTV screens throughout, and a sports bar and restaurant. Think high-tech bowling alley — but for golf!
When: Thursday, April 6th at 10 a.m. (Depart CAL at 9 a.m., Return to Athens appx 1:30 p.m.)
Where: Top Golf (2935 Buford Drive, Buford, GA)
Cost: $40 for members, $50 for non-members (cost includes transportation, 2 hours of play and light bites)
Enjoy shopping (or just window shopping!) at a variety of brandname & designer outlet stores, followed by lunch at Cracker Barrel before we head home.
When: Wednesday, May 10th (Depart ACCA at 9:30am, Return appx 3:00pm)
Where: Tanger Outlets (800 Steven B Tanger Blvd, Commerce, GA)
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members (lunch not included, space is limited. RSVP to Autumn at abarefoot@accaging.org or call 706-549-4850).
Anywhere with CAL
To receive the Zoom link, email abarefoot@accaging. org, check our weekly newsletter or scan the QR code below.
Cave Paintings of France & Spain
We will explore some of the oldest art in the world, from Lascaux to El Castillo to the fgurative paintings of Chauvet Cave in France, dating prior to 30,000 B.C.
When: Thursday, March 16th at 1 p.m.
Where: Zoom (with option to view in ACCA Hudson Room)
Patagonia
Southern Patagonia, which stretches across Chile and Argentina, has long lured travelers with its dramatic peaks carved by glaciers and spellbinding landscapes. Join us on a virtual trek to view this scenic beauty!
When: Thursday, April 20th at 1p.m.
Where: Zoom (with option to view in ACCA Hudson Room)
Orlando, Florida
Orlando is more than Disney (although we will travel there, too!). Join us on a discovery of all this dynamic city has to ofer.
When: Thursday, May 18th at 1 p.m.
Where: Zoom (with option to view in ACCA Hudson Room)
Seminars, Classes and Events
Sleep Dentistry for Sleep Apnea
March 14-20th is National Sleep Week! Getting good quality, uninterrupted sleep can be a real challenge, especially if you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or other sleep disorders. Sleep is essential for good health, and a specialized dentist can help. Dr. Phil Durden, DMD, from Dental Sleep Medicine of Athens will talk about why sleep is so important, underlying factors that can interfere with sleep quality, and interventions, including oral appliance therapy, that can help improve your OSA.
When: Tuesday, March 14th at 10 a.m.
Where: ACCA Hudson Room
Free for members and non-members
Focus on Vision with the Georgia Lions Club
The Lion’s Club is known as advocates for vision health. This educational seminar will cover aging and the “experienced” eye, conditions and diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration, signs and symptoms of visual conditions, and supplementation and marketing claims to watch out for. Free vision screening included.
When: Monday, March 20th at 10:30 a.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
Free for members and non-members
Georgia’s Colon Cancer Prevention Project
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! Colorectal cancer is the 3rd leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but is one of the most preventable cancers. It starts with screening! However, studies show that rural underserved populations have a low screening rate, which leaves adults at a higher risk. Unifed Healthcare for the Rural Underserved strives to improve the health and well-being of rural and underserved people worldwide. UHRU’s Georgia Colon Cancer Prevention Project covers the cost of all patient screening kits, patient incentives and provider training, as well as coordinates pro bono colonoscopies and follow-up care. Learn more about this important program and why education and prevention are so important to your health!
When: March 28th at 10 a.m.
Where: ACCA Hudon Room
Free for members and non-members
CAL’s Monthly Dance Party: Unbound Edition!
Feel the feel-good vibes at ACCA’s retroProm fundraiser on May 5th (see page 15). Can’t make the party? Join us in the Harris Room for a special dance party celebrating Older Americans Month and close the month on a high note. Strut your stuf, let loose, say YES to the dance!
When: Tuesday, May 23rd at 11 a.m.
Where: ACCA Harris Room
Free for members and non-members
Lunch and Learn: Getting to Know ACCA
Did you know ACCA ofers 14 diferent programs serving 27 counties? Join us for lunch to learn about the services and opportunities we ofer seniors 55+. Whether you’re interested in our programs for yourself or a loved one, staf will be here to share more about Meals on Wheels, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, the Center for Active Living, Adult Day Health, volunteer and employment opportunities, and more. Bring your lunch or box lunch $5; RSVP required. Please contact abarefoot@accaging.org or call the CAL ofce at 706-549-4850.
When: Wednesday, May 17th from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: ACCA Hudson Room
Free for members and non-members ($5 boxed lunch optional)
Each May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is Aging Unbound, which offers an opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences and discuss how communities can combat stereotypes. Join us in promoting flexible thinking about aging and unbounded personal self-expression!
