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Seniors in Motion
SIM Memberships
Membership fees for those living within the Town (residents) shall be $10 per person per year. Membership fees for those living outside the Town (non-residents) shall be $20 per person per year. Day passes can be purchased for $1 for residents and $2 for non-residents. Lunch Program
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The Town of Flower Mound Seniors In Motion program offers lunch for seniors 50 and older. Metroport Meals on Wheels will be providing and serving the food from local restaurants on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lunch begins at noon and is $4 per person. The Seniors In Motion program serves staff-prepared lunches each Friday for $2 per person. For more information, please call 972.874.6110.
Flower Mound Seniors In Motion
OLLI at UNT
OLLI provides lifelong learning programs that foster intellectual stimulation and social engagement through an extensive array of classroom and experiential learning opportunities designed specifically for adults 50 years or better. OLLI at UNT offers courses on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. taught by university professors that cover topics such as politics, art, history, music, science, and more! In addition to these seminars, OLLI members can attend additional seminars at five locations throughout Denton County, and attend special lectures as well as local trips around the Metroplex. Fall classes will be held virtually via Zoom.
What’s even better? SIM members will receive a discounted rate of $75 for an all-inclusive annual rate (normally $140). For more information, please visit www.olli.unt.edu.
SPECIAL EVENTS Active Adult Health & Resources Fair
Amerilite presents a unique health and resource fair for adults over 50 who want to live active, healthy lives. Vendors will provide information on health and wellness, nutrition, fitness, caregiving, and senior housing. Attendees can also receive free flu shots and health screenings.
Day Date Time Fee
F Sep. 10 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. FREE Craft Fair & Fall Festival
Visit the Senior Center to shop local vendors selling handmade, oneof-a-kind pieces. All proceeds benefit the Seniors in Motion program.
Veterans Day
Seniors In Motion will celebrate the brave men and women who have honored our country with their service with a special luncheon and patriotic performance. Veterans eat free! RSVP by November 9.
Day Date Time Fee
Th Nov. 11 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $4 per person Thanksgiving Luncheon
Join Seniors In Motion for its annual Thanksgiving Luncheons. SIM members will enjoy a delicious lunch of turkey, dressing, and all the fixings. Please bring a dessert to share and canned-food items for donation to CCA. RSVP for your preferred date by November 16.
Day Date Time Fee
Sa Oct. 23 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. FREE
Day Date Time Fee
Th, F Nov. 18, Nov. 19 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $4 per person
Diwali Celebration
Celebrate the Indian Festival of Lights with SIM friends. Diwali, a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness. Wear bright colors and come feast with us!
Day Date Time Fee
Th Oct. 28 6 p.m. FREE
Christmas Dinner & Dance
Celebrate the holidays with Seniors In Motion. Enjoy a delicious catered Italian dinner, live music, and dancing. RSVP by December 6.
Day Date
Th Dec. 9
Time
5:30 p.m.
Fee
$10 per person
Fun & Games
Day Class
M Cash Bingo Tu Card Games Tu Master's Bridge Tu & Th Pinochle Tu, Th, F Texas Hold'em W 42 Dominoes Th Card Games Th Phase 10 Th Mahjong Th Texas Hold'em F Pinochle
F Duplicate Bridge
Time
12:30 p.m. 8 a.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 9 a.m. 8 a.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 12:50 p.m. 9 a.m. 1 p.m.
Creative Arts
Day Date
Class Time Fee
M Every Week Greatful Threads 8 a.m. FREE M 4th monthly Genealogy 10 a.m. FREE M 2nd, 4th & 5th monthly The Crafty Corner 1 p.m. FREE Tu Every Week Acrylic Painting 1 p.m. $40/month Tu Every Week SIM Sing-a-long 3 p.m. FREE W 1st monthly Jewelry Making 10 a.m. $5 W 2nd monthly You Can Paint! 10 a.m. $35 W Every Week Knitting 1 p.m. FREE W Every Week Watercolor Painting 1:30 p.m. $40/month Th 3rd monthly DIY Workshop 6 p.m. $12
Computer & Technology Classes
The Seniors In Motion program offers a wide variety of computer technology classes that cover basic computer usage, smartphone and tablet tutoring, Microsoft Office products, and fun and interesting websites. For a complete list of classes, please visit www.flowermound.com/seniors.
Dance & Fitness Classes
Day Class Time Fee
M Balance, Strength, & Stretch 11 a.m. $5 M & W Sit, Stand, & Dance 10 a.m. FREE M & W Nia 12 p.m. $5 M Line Dancing 2 p.m. FREE M, W, & F Zumba Toning 9 a.m. $5 M, W, & F Pickleball (at the CAC) 1 p.m. $1 Tu Tone & Condition 9 a.m. $5 Tu BollywoodX LIT 6 p.m. FREE Tu & Th Yoga 8 a.m. $5 Tu Pound It Out 10 a.m. $5 W Yoga 11 a.m. $5 Th Pilates Barre 9 a.m. $5 Th Tone & Condition 10 a.m. $5 Th Wuji Qigong Tai Chi 12 p.m. $35/ month Th Beginner Tai Chi 1 p.m. $35/ month
Th Line Dancing F Pound It Out 6 p.m. FREE 11 a.m. $5
Volunteers
Volunteers are the life force of the Seniors In Motion program. Volunteer opportunities can include, but not limited to, serving on our boards and committees, teaching classes, providing computer instruction, assisting with lunch preparation, and much more. For more information on volunteering, please call the Senior Center Manager at 972.874.6110. SIM Day Trips
Join Seniors In Motion on one of their many exciting trips throughout the Metroplex and beyond. Whether it is an afternoon of shopping, an evening at the theatre, or a day trip to WinStar casino, there is something for everyone. For more information and to register for upcoming adventures, please visit www.flower-mound.com/seniors.
