76537 LIFE

RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES 76537 LIFE

Days of Fun

There is always something to do in Jarrell and, fortunately, a lot of ways to do it with friends. We have several senior programs and clubs open to new members, and their missions are to connect seniors with this town and its people.

A few years ago, a group of friends decided they wanted to see each other more often than just Sundays at church. Thus began their weekly get-together to play games, eat, and talk. Since then, this day out for a group of friends has bloomed into the Senior Gals Gab and Grub Club. They meet every Tuesday at 1pm at the Jarrell Public Library to try new games and they welcome ladies of all ages to play and get to know them.

Three of the original members of the club are Aileen Kidwell, Lynn Sivert, and Edith Bailey. After meeting with them during one club meeting, they talk about how important their weekly meetings have become to them.

“It’s a day out,” Lynn says. “We get together and we play, but mostly it’s about just being together and catching up.” While talking they were playing a new card game introduced to them by a member of the club, and are looking forward to sharing it with others. Being able to meet with ladies of all ages in a fun, regular environment can be perfect for getting to know the community.

by Cassidie Cox

SCHOOL SPIRIT

Another fun program to enjoy is the Golden Cougar Pass, which allows people aged 65 and older to go to all Jarrell ISD events for free. The pass is the size of a credit card—fits perfectly in your wallet. Visit the ISD office at 108 E. Avenue F in Jarrell, or call 512-746-2124 to pick up a Golden Cougar Pass.

Nick Spinetto, Director of Communications at JISD, encourages all seniors to get a pass. “It is a courtesy the district extends to our older residents to say, ‘Thank you for supporting the district',” he says.