Senior Activities COBB SENIOR SERVICES North Cobb Senior Center 4100 S. Main St., Acworth // 770-975-7740 www.cobbcounty.org/public-services/senior-services
Sept. 14
Estate Planning. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Properly planning
your estate helps prepare a secure future for yourself and for generations to come. Learn about estate planning, creating a will and the benefits of trusts.
Sept. 15
Baked Potato Bar. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. It’s national potato month, so join friends for a potato lunch! Sponsored by Atherton Place.
Sept. 16
Oldies But Goodies Band. 1-2 p.m. Sing along,
dance and have a good time as the Oldies But Goodies Band plays some favorite tunes, both secular and spiritual.
Sept. 21
Culinary Creations: Just Peachy. 1-2 p.m. Cost is $3. Learn about the origins of the fruit and how to make an easy peach cobbler.
Sept. 22
Cell Phone Tips and Tricks. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Learn everything you wanted to know about your smartphone, but were afraid to ask your kids!
VETERAN CONNECTION 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.
NORTH GEORGIA STATE FAIR SENIOR CITIZENS DAY Free admission all day for seniors 55 and older on Sept. 24 at the North Georgia State Fair at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. Senior citizens games and activities will be offered 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The fair doesn’t open until 4 p.m., so seniors can spend the first half of the day enjoying the exhibit hall, ground shows, animals and more. 46
AROUND ACWORTH | September 2021
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.
CITY OF ACWORTH Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department 770-917-1234 // www.acworthparksandrecreation.org
Sept. 17
Active Adult Day Trip: Blue Ridge. Ages 55 and older are invited to visit Mercier’s apple farm, and explore Main Street in Blue Ridge for lunch and shopping. This trip involves a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. Lunch is not included in the cost of the trip. Bus departs from the Acworth Community Center at 9 a.m. $10 for city residents, $15 for nonresidents.
Mondays
Senior Warriors Gentle Movements. 10-10:30 a.m. Ages 55
and older learn traditional Korean movements to increase balance, mental focus and movement. Class is instructed by Omar Welch, who is an instructor certified by the U.S. Tae Kwon-Do Federation.
Tuesdays
Live Chair Yoga With Lauren. 10 a.m., Oct. 5-Dec. 7. For
adults 55 and older. Free for residents, $15 for nonresidents. Zoom classes are also offered. Learn stretch and strengthening exercises, breathing techniques and more during this low impact class.
Wednesdays
Chair Yoga With Mary. 11 a.m.-noon. Also offered on Mondays. Designed for adults 55 and older. This class is conducted in a chair, with gentle movements that concentrate on relaxation and strengthening muscles.
Thursdays
Gentle Yoga With Mary. 1-2 p.m. Also offered on Tuesdays.
Designed for adults 55 and older, but ages 18 and older are welcome. This class is conducted on a mat, with gentle movements that concentrate on relaxation and strengthening muscles.
Live Cardio With Lauren. 10 a.m., Oct. 7-Dec. 9. Active adults are invited to elevate their metabolism by moving rhythmically to music. This class strengthens and tightens muscles using free weights. Free for residents, $15 for nonresidents. Zoom classes are also offered.
