Senior Events

Senior Activities

ALOHA TO AGING

Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road Marietta 770-722-7641 www.alohatoaging.org

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Meets the first Tuesday each month at 2 p.m. Group discussion, for the person with Parkinson’s and their care partner, on helpful tips and resources that provide comfort and encouragement.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Meets the first Monday each month at 2 p.m. 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.

VETERAN CONNECTION

North Cobb Senior Center 4100 S. Main St., Acworth Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Join veterans for an informal get-together with coffee, doughnuts, camaraderie and special guest presentations at the North Cobb Senior Center. Call Mike Nichols at 770-528-1448 for more information. Registration is required for all activities; no walk-ins allowed. Call 770-975-7740 to register, or visit www.MyActiveCenter.com. West Cobb Senior Center

4915 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs 770-528-8200 // www.cobbcounty.org/ public-services/senior-services Nov. 8

Hearing Resource Fair. 10:3011:30 a.m. Space is limited to 15 people. Learn how to stay connected by phone with individuals with hearing or speech loss. Learn about free assistive equipment available to Georgia residents and more.

Nov. 11

Get the 411 on 911. 10-11 a.m. Space is limited to 15 people. Join Cobb 911 for an educational seminar on how 911 works, what to expect when you call, current scams and other resources.

Nov. 15

Tech Talk: Using Uber. 10-11 a.m. Space is limited to 15 people. Learn how using Uber makes getting around your community as easy as tapping a button.

Nov. 16

The Power of Positive Thinking:

When Life Gives You Lemons. 10-11 a.m. Space is limited to 15 people. Learn the actions you can take to view your life in a positive light.

Nov. 17

Fancy Fold Cards. 10 a.m.-noon. Space is limited to 15 people. Create fancy fold cards perfect for the special people in your life.

Nov. 29

Walk West Cobb: Cheatham Hill.

9:30-11 a.m. Space is limited to 15 people. Meet up and explore the trails at Cheatham Hill in Marietta, 902 Cheatham Hill Road.

North Cobb Senior Center

4100 S. Main St., Acworth 770-975-7740 // www.cobbcounty.org/ public-services/senior-services Nov. 8

Hearing Resource Fair. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Space is limited to 30 people. Learn how to stay connected by phone with individuals with hearing or speech loss. Learn about free assistive equipment available to Georgia residents and more.

Nov. 10

Fall Prevention. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Space is limited to 18 people. Learn what you can do to help prevent falls with an informative presentation by Brickmont Assisted Living.

Nov. 12

Prepping Your Home for the Holidays.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Space is limited to 25 people. Learn about holiday decorating tips, how to set vintage tablescapes and entertain guests.

Nov. 15

Art-ivity: Quirky Turkey Door Decor.

1-2 p.m. Space is limited to 25 people. Learn how to make a fun Thanksgiving door decoration.

Nov. 19

Disc Golf Meetup. 10 a.m.-noon. Space is limited to 15 people. Join a fun morning of disc golf at Oregon Park in Marietta. Wear comfortable clothing; there will be a lot of walking.

Feeling Grate-FALL for You

Drive-Up Event. 2-2:30 p.m. Space is limited to 50 people. Pull up to the front doors of West Cobb Senior Center, and get a cup of apple cider and a fun fall treat.

Nov. 16

Culinary Creations: Evolution of

Stuffing. 1-2 p.m. Cost is $3. Space is limited to 20 people. Learn about the evolution and varieties of stuffing and how to make savory stuffing balls.

Nov. 18

Turkey Tailgate Party. Noon-1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. Space is limited to 50 people. Get together with friends to play games and enjoy a day filled with fun. Wear your favorite football T-shirts, jerseys or colors.