Senior Events

Senior Activities

VETERAN CONNECTION

Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the West Cobb Senior Center and the fourth Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at North Cobb Senior Center. Join veterans ages 55 and older for an informal get-together with coffee, doughnuts, camaraderie and special guest presentations. Call Mike Nichols at 770-528-1448 for more information.

ALOHA TO AGING

Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road, Marietta 770-722-7641 // www.alohatoaging.org Parkinson’s Support Group.

Meets at 2 p.m. the first Monday of each month. Group discussion for the person with Parkinson’s and their care partner on helpful tips and resources.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group.

Meets at 10:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one in or out of the home. Care provided during the meeting, but you must RSVP in advance.

Aloha Social Day Club.

Meets 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Respite care for you and engaging social activities for your loved one who no longer drives. Visit the website for details.

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER

SUPPORT GROUP

Meets monthly at 1 p.m. at Burnt Hickory Baptist Church in Powder Springs. Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one in or out of the home. Care provided during the meeting, but must RSVP in advance.

4915 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs // 770-528-8200 www.cobbcounty.org/public-services/senior-services/west-cobb-senior-center Jan. 11

Introduction to 19th Century Romanticism, 10-11 a.m. Learn about the composers and music that flourished after the French Revolution. Jan. 13

Reel Good Movie, 1-3 p.m. Call for the title. Jan. 18

Fancy Fold Cards. 10 a.m.-noon. Create fancy fold cards for those special people. Jan. 19

AARP Smart Driver. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 20

Peace of Mind Checklist, 10-11 a.m. Find out about documents that every person needs, including wills, power of attorney, Georgia directive health care and pre-planning documents. Hearing Screening, 10-11:30 a.m. Find out if you have hearing loss with this free screening. Jan. 25

Franz Schubert, the First Bohemian Composer, 10-11 a.m. Learn about Schubert’s masterful art songs in which the piano is as important as the singer. Jan. 26

Tech Talk: Apple Watch, 10-11 a.m. Learn about all the functions and features of the most popular smartwatch on the market. Mondays

Knit Wits. 10 a.m.-noon. Meet new friends while working on your latest projects. Woodcarvers. 1-3 p.m. Work on small woodcarving projects. No experience is necessary. Bring your own materials. Ballroom Dance. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Couples and singles can enjoy ballroom dancing to music provided by a deejay. Tuesdays

Paper Crafting Fun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy making cards and scrapbooking with others. Bring your own supplies. Color Me Happy. 1-4 p.m. Color with others. Bring your own materials. Wednesdays

Mahjong. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Game knowledge and mahjong cards are required. Thursdays

Advanced Bridge. 1-3 p.m. Competitive Standard American Bridge played at an advanced level.

Mexican Train Dominoes. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Form domino chains from a central hub. Beginners welcome. Fridays