Reinventing The Senior Center
July-August 2022
TOWN OF FLOWER MOUND
972.874.6110
SENIORS IN MOTION
Flower Mound Senior Center 2701 West Windsor Drive www.flower-mound.com/seniors 972.874.6110
FLOWER MOUND SENIOR CENTER HOURS MONDAYS............................8 A.M. 5 P.M. TUESDAYS........................... 8 A.M. 8 P.M. WEDNESDAYS......................8 A.M. 5 P.M. THURSDAYS.........................8 A.M. 8 P.M. FRIDAYS...............................8 A.M. 5 P.M.
SENIOR CENTER STAFF Jaime Jaco-Cooper....Senior Center Manager Jon Almeida...............Programs Coordinator Gemma Humphrey.....Programs Coordinator Cheryl Dudich..............Recrea on Specialist Colleen Bahe...............Recrea on Specialist Nikole Jenniffer ...........Recrea on Specialist Sue Kash......................Recrea on Specialist Kris n Wolff................Recrea on Specialist
MISSION STATEMENT
The Flower Mound Senior Center dignifies seniors with a safe and caring environment, crea ve and inclusive programs, and though ul resources that promote health, well-being, fellowship, and involvment.
SIM MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships can be purchased at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. For Flower Mound residents, memberships are $10 per year. For non-residents, memberships are $20 per year.
DAY PASSES
Day passes can be purchased at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. They are $1 for residents and $2 for non-residents.
LUNCH PROGRAMS MMOW LUNCH PROGRAM TUESDAY & THURSDAY AT NOON $4 PER PERSON Metroport Meals on Wheels will provide and serve meals from local restaurants. Members must purchase their cket at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk two business days prior to the lunch. On the day of the lunch, please pick up ckets by 11:45 a.m. For more informa on, please call 972.874.6110.
$3 FRIDAY LUNCHES FRIDAY AT NOON • $3 PER PERSON Senior Center staff and volunteers will prepare delicious meals every Friday! Meals include fresh salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, soups, and more! Please check the Senior Center Courtesy Desk for the upcoming menu. Tickets must be purchased from the Senior Center Courtesy Desk the Tuesday prior to the meal. For more informa on, please call 972.874.6110.
JULY SPECIAL EVENTS REGISTRATION: Members are asked to register for special events and trips. Members may register star ng at 9 a.m. at the Flower Mound Senior Center, at the Community Ac vity Center, or online at h ps://ac venet.ac ve.com/ flowermoundparksandrec. Registraon order will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment for trips and events are due at the me of registra on and can be made with cash, check, or credit card. The Code # corresponds with the online registra on number. REGISTRATION DATES: Residents: Monday, June 27 Non-Residents: Wednesday, June 29 JULY LUNCH & LEARNS WEDNESDAYS • NOON • FREE RSVP BY THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO SCHEDULED DATE Learn while you lunch! Join SIM during the lunch hour for educa onal seminars and a free lunch. All seminars begin at noon. Must register for lunch. • JULY 6: “Medicare Enrollment Informa on,” presented by CareFree Insurance Services. CODE: 14967 • JULY 13: “Vascular Health.” Presented by Dr. Anthony Rios, Denton Vein Center. CODE: 14968 • JULY 20: “Financial Inves ng First Principles,” presented by Enrich Finacial Group Estate & Re rement Specialist. CODE: 14969 • JULY 27: “Easy, Peasy Downsizing,” presented by Lori Williams Senior Services & The Spurrier Group. CODE: 14970
INDEPENDENCE FEST MONDAY, JULY 4 • 5 P.M. • FREE BAKERSFIELD PARK Are you ready for Independence Fest 2022? The Town is excited to announce Randy Rogers Band will headline our 4th of July celebra on this year! Like always, the day will be packed full of fun and ac vi es for all, including a children’s parade, vintage car show, local vendors, hours of live entertainment, and a stunning firework show to cap it all off.
MOVIE & PIZZA TUESDAY, JULY 5 • 5 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 1 Each month, the SIM program will screen an evening movie in the Shirley Voirin Ballroom. Prior to the movie, join friends for pizza. Movie selec on will be announced on the registra on worksheet and at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. Sponsored by The Vedusha Founda on. CODE: 14971 ALL STAR KARAOKE THURSDAY, JULY 7 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 6 Join SIM friends for a fun night of karaoke. Sing some of your favorite patrio c tunes celebra ng America! CODE: 14972 TEXAS TALKS: THE ALAMO FRIDAY, JULY 8 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 7 Remember the Alamo! This quintessen al phrase marks one of the biggest events in Texas history. Learn the legend and lore of the Alamo and how it affected the history of Texas. CODE: 14975 SIM SOCIAL DANCE TUESDAY, JULY 12 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY JULY 11 Join SIM friends for Ballroom, La n, Swing, and Country dancing on the second Tuesday of each month. Andy Guarino will play a variety of songs and take requests for dance-music favorites. Sponsored by Amerilife of Texas. CODE: 14973 JON TRIVI OLTA TUESDAY, JULY 12 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 11 Put on your boogie shoes and match wits with the “jive talkin’” Jon Trivi-olta! Play trivia, show what you know, and learn something new while having fun with others. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes given. Sponsored by Cathi Coridan, Keller Williams. CODE: 14974 KENDRA SCOTT SIMA FUNDRAISER *NEW* WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 • 5 7 P.M. • FREE KENDRA SCOTT HIGHLAND VILLAGE Kenda Sco in Highland Village will hold a fundraiser for the SIM Auxiliary. Enjoy refreshments while shopping for beau ful necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry items. 15% of proceeds will be donated to SIMA benefi ng the Flower Mound Senior Center. DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 • 5 P.M. • FREE HOME TASTE ASIAN RESTAURANT Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month meet them at Home Taste Asian Restaurant at 2628 Long Prairie Road in Flower Mound.
TED TALKS TUESDAY, JULY 19 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 18 Watch and discuss the Ted Talk, “The Ba le Between Your Present and Future Self.” Every day, we make decisions that have good or bad consequences for our future selves. Daniel Goldstein makes tools that help us imagine ourselves over me so that we make smart choices for future us. CODE: 14976 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 • 9:30 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 19 Join SIM friends for yummy breakfast treats and intellectually-s mula ng documentaries. The documentary selec on will be announced on the registra on worksheet and at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. Sponsored by Healing Hands Healthcare. CODE: 14977 AFTER DARK PARTY THURSDAY, JULY 21 • 6 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 19 Join SIM friends for an evening of dinner, live music, and line dancing. Enjoy live music performed by the Robin Hacke Duo. CODE: 14978 MOVIE & A MEAL FRIDAY, JULY 22 • 10 A.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 19 Each month, the SIM program will screen a movie and serve a yummy lunch. Movie selec on will be announced on the registraon worksheet and at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. Sponsored by Lynn’s Clu er Removal. CODE: 14979 SENIORS IN MOTION ART SHOW TUESDAY, JULY 26 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 22 The SIM Auxiliary has purchased an artwall installa on, which will be on display at the annual SIM Art Show! Special guest ar st, Kurt Guitart, will also give a talk about his art displayed at the Senior Center. Sponsored by SIM Auxiliary, Inc. CODE: 14980 SECOND ANNUAL BOB MILLS MEMORIAL POOL TOURNAMENT THURSDAY, JULY 28 • NOON • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 27 Join SIM friends for the annual nine-ball, double elimina on tournament in honor of SIM member Bob Mills. The top two teams will win gi cards! CODE: 15067 GAME NIGHT THURSDAY, JULY 28 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JULY 27 Get ready for fun and games with SIM friends. Play fun, social games like Pic onary, Family Feud, Trivial Pursuit, and more. Sponsored by Cathi Coridan, Keller Williams. CODE: 14981
JULY SPECIAL EVENTS SIM GRANDPARENTS CAMP *NEW* MONDAY, JULY 25 FRIDAY, JULY 29 Make some memories with your grandkids this summer at the Flower Mound Senior Center! The SIM Grandparent’s Camp will feature daily ac vi es grandparents and grandkids will enjoy. Sign up for one day or the en re week! Prices are per person. • MONDAY, JULY 25 • 1 P.M. • $4 Create your own camp t-shirts with fabric paint and iron-on vinyl. CODE: 14982 • TUESDAY, JULY 26 • 1:30 P.M. • $4 Learn to make yummy chocolates and lollipops. CODE: 14983 • WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 • 12:30 P.M. $4 Ride the bus to the Flower Mound CAC to swim in the outdoor pool and relax under the covered pavillion. CODE: 14984 • THURSDAY, JULY 28 • 1:30 P.M. FREE Ride the bus to the Flower Mound Central Fire Sta on for a tour and meet and greet with Chief Henley. CODE: 14985 • FRIDAY, JULY 29 • NOON • $3 Celebrate the end of camp with pizza, popsicles, and a performance by Rhonda Medina singing music favorites from Disney films. CODE: 14986
JULY DAY TRIPS CHICKEN N PICKLE** WEDNESDAY, JULY 6 • $5 DEPART 9:15 A.M. • RETURN 2 P.M. Calling all Pickleball players! Staff has reserved three indoor pickleball courts at Chicken N Pickle. Please bring pickleball paddles and balls, or you can rent them from the venue. Following the games, enjoy lunch at their casual, chef-driven restaurant (entrees $9 - $15). CODE: 14987
HAPPY HOUR AT HARVEST HALL* WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 • FREE DEPART 4:30 P.M. • RETURN 7 P.M. Take a trip to downtown Grapevine for happy hour at Harvest Hall. This European-style food hall includes a large central bar and five restaurants serving up global cuisine. Enjoy happy hour specials including $3 domesc beer, $4 wine by the glass, and $5 well drinks. CODE: 14989
BRUNCH & BINGO* FRIDAY, JULY 15 • FREE DEPART 9 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Enjoy brunch at the First Watch Café before taking your chances of winning it big at Jupiter Bingo in Richardson. The third Friday of each month is customer apprecia on day with discounts on computer bingo. You can also test your luck at tradi onal bingo for cash prizes! CODE: 14990
PEROT MUSEUM*** FRIDAY, JULY 8 • $12 DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Take a trip to the Perot Museum in downtown Dallas. This unique natural history museum brings science to life with exhilara ng exhibits and hands-on experiences. Please bring money for lunch at El Fenix for Tex-Mex favorites (entrees $8 - $15). CODE: 14988
TEXAS RANGERS GAME** THURSDAY, JULY 14 • $23 DEPART 5:30 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Take a trip to Globe Life Field to watch the Texas Rangers take on the Sea le Mariners. The newly-renovated stadium is covered, temperature controlled, and offers sea ng with great views of the game. Please bring money for concessions at the game. CODE: 14991
WINSTAR CASINO*** WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 • $20 DEPART 8 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Test your luck and skill at Oklahoma’s premiere hotel and casino. Choose from eight themed gaming plazas or the spacious poker room, bingo hall, and the racer off-the-track be ng parlor. Ticket price includes transporta ons, muffins, juice, bingo on the bus, and refreshments. Sponsored by Advance Senior Op ons. CODE: 14993
R.O.M.E.O. LUNCH* MONDAY, JULY 11 • FREE DEPART 11 A.M. • RETURN 1 P.M. The Re red Older Men Ea ng Out (ROMEO) group will take the bus to eat at Marty B’s in Bartonville. Three good reasons to take this lunch trip: A wide variety of tasty menu op ons, it’s just a short drive, and it has a fun and relaxing environment. (entrees $12 - $15) CODE: 14992
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
AUGUST SPECIAL EVENTS REGISTRATION: Members are asked to register for special events and trips. Members may register star ng at 9 a.m. at the Flower Mound Senior Center, at the Community Ac vity Center, or online at h ps://ac venet.ac ve.com/ flowermoundparksandrec. Registraon order will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment for trips and events are due at the me of registra on and can be made with cash, check, or credit card. The Code # corresponds with the online registra on number. REGISTRATION DATES: Residents: Monday, July 25 Non-Residents: Wednesday, July 27
AUGUST LUNCH & LEARNS WEDNESDAYS • NOON • FREE RSVP BY THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO SCHEDULED DATE Learn while you lunch! Join SIM during the lunch hour for educa onal seminars and a free lunch. All seminars begin at noon. Must register for lunch. • AUG. 3: “Fall Preven on & Balance” presented by Encompass Health Rehabilita on Hospital. CODE: 14994 • AUG. 10: “Home Improvement or Selling Bingo” presented by Edwena Potter, DFW Real Estate Team. CODE: 14995 • AUG. 17: “Simplify Your Spending and Saving Strategies”, presented by Holly Eaton, Edward Jones. CODE: 14996 • AUG. 31: “Understanding Medicare,” presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. CODE: 14998 MOVIE & PIZZA TUESDAY, AUG. 2 • 5 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 1 Each month, the SIM program will screen an evening movie in the Shirley Voirin Ballroom. Prior to the movie, join friends for pizza. Movie selec on will be announced on the registra on worksheet, at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk, and on the the SIM Facebook page. Sponsored by The Vedusha Founda on. CODE: 14999 SUMMER HITS KARAOKE THURSDAY, AUG. 4 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 3 Join SIM friends for a fun night of karaoke. Sing some of your favorite summer me hits throughout the decades. CODE: 15000
NEW MEMBER LUNCH MONDAY, AUG. 8 • NOON • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP BY AUG. 5 New Seniors in Mo on members are invited to this fun lunch and social. New members will enjoy a light lunch, get important informa on about SIM programs, and meet new friends. Sponsored by Amerilife of Texas. CODE: 15001 FITNESS DEMONSTRATION WEDNESDAY, AUG. 10 • 1:30 P.M. FITNESS ROOM • FREE Learn all about how to use the fitness room equipment from chiropractor Dale Leonard. Sponsored by Leonard Chiropracc. CODE: 15062 SIM SOCIAL DANCE TUESDAY, AUG. 9 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY AUG. 8 Join SIM friends for Ballroom, La n, Swing, and Country dancing on the second Tuesday of each month. Andy Guarino will play a variety of songs and take requests for dancemusic favorites. CODE: 15002 DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, AUG. 10 • 5 P.M. MARTY B’S Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month, meet them at Marty B’s at 2664 FM 407 in Bartonville. JON TRIVI OLTA TUESDAY, AUG. 9 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 15 Put on your boogie shoes and match wits with the “jive talkin’” Jon Trivi-olta! Play trivia, show what you know, and learn something new while having fun with others. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes given. Sponsored by BrightStar Care. CODE: 15003 TED TALKS TUESDAY, AUG. 16 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 15 Watch and discuss the Ted Talk, “Say your truths and seek them in others.” In this talk about heavy topics such as frayed rela onships and the death of loved ones, Elizabeth Lesser describes the healing process of pu ng aside pride and defensiveness to make way for soul-baring and truth-telling to make things new again. CODE: 15005 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES: WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17 • 9:30 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 16 Join SIM friends for yummy breakfast treats and intellectually-s mula ng documentaries. The documentary selec on will be announced on the registra on worksheet, at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk, on the the SIM Facebook page. Sponsored by Lynn’s Clu er Removal. CODE: 15004
AFTER DARK PARTY THURSDAY, AUG. 18 • 6 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP AUG. 16 Join SIM friends for an evening of dinner, live music, and line dancing. Enjoy Live music performed by Andy Guarino. A light dinner will be served. CODE: 15006 NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZEN’S DAY PARTY FRIDAY, AUG. 19 • 11 A.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP AUG. 16 Na onal Senior Ci zen’s Day is Sunday, August 21, so the FMSC is celebra ng early! Join SIM friends to celebrate the amazing life and contribu ons by seniors with lunch and live music. Enjoy a lunch of hamburgers and chips followed by a performance by Doc Gibbs! Sponsored by Healing Hands Healthcare. CODE: 15007 DRY BAR COMEDY TUESDAY, AUG. 23 • 6 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 22 If you are looking for a good laugh, bring a friend to the Senior Center for popcorn and a full comedy special from Dry Bar Comedy. Dry Bar Comedy is clean jokes without the use of profanity. CODE: 15008 SIM VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCH WEDNESDAY, AUG. 24 • NOON • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 19 Calling all Seniors In Mo on volunteers! The FMSC staff wants to show our apprecia on for all of your hard work this year by pampering you with a delicious lunch. All volunteers with 10 or more hours of volunteer work in the past year will receive an invita on. Want to learn how to become a volunteer? Call or visit the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. Sponsored by Cathi Coridan, Keller Williams. AUTHOR CAROL MARAK: AGING SOLO THURSDAY, AUG. 25 • 6 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY JUNE 21 Special guest and author, Carol Marak, will share about her book Aging Solo wri en about aging solo and how it is a reality for more people every day and the prospect can seem daun ng. Carol gives people useful tools to prepare intelligently and not end up falling prey to a failure to plan. Par cipants will walk away at the end of the seminar with an easy and useable strategy for the long-term. CODE: 15010 MOVIE & A MEAL FRIDAY, AUG. 26 • 10 A.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY AUG. 23 Each month, the SIM program will screen a movie and serve a yummy lunch. Movie selec on will be announced on the registraon worksheet, at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk, and on the the SIM Facebook page. Sponsored by Holly Eaton, Edward Jones. CODE: 15011
AUGUST SPECIAL EVENTS
AUGUST DAY TRIPS DREAMGIRLS AT THE BASS PERFOR MANCE HALL* THURSDAY, AUG. 11 • $37 DEPART 4:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Take a trip to the Bass Performance Hall to watch a performance of Dreamgirls. Three talented young singers form The Dreams in the turbulent 1960s, a revolu onary me in American music history. Join the three friends as they embark upon a musical rollercoaster ride through a world of fame, fortune, and the ruthless reali es of show business, tes ng their friendships to the very limit. Please bring money for Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet prior to the performance (buffet $16). CODE: 15012 SAM MOON & CHEESECAKE FACTORY** FRIDAY, AUG. 12 • FREE DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Beat the heat with lunch and shopping. Take a trip to Frisco for lunch at the famous Cheesecake Factory (entrees $10 - $17). Then, visit Sam Moon to shop for great deals on accessories, purses, wallets, jewelry, and more! CODE: 15013
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
PICKLEBALL KICK OFF PARTY** WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17 • FREE DEPART 12:45 P.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Pickleball returns to its regular schedule a er the summer break. Join us to kick-off the season with refreshments and games at the CAC. Staff will take a bus to the CAC so you can join the fun! You don’t know how to play? No problem, our pickleball players will give a demonstra on and explana on of the rules. CODE: 15014 TOURING CHOCOLATIER** MONDAY, AUG. 22 • $25 DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Enjoy brunch at Berries and Ba er (entrees $12 - $15). Then, visit Northlake for a tour of the Touring Chocola er. This ar sanal chocolate shop specializes in gourmet chocolates, experiences, and specialty chocolates. CODE: 15015 HAPPY HOUR AT THE HORNY TOAD* WEDNESDAY, AUG. 24 • FREE DEPART 3:30 P.M. • RETURN 6:30 P.M. Travel to Denton for a true Texas happy hour. The Horny Toad Café serves up contemporary Texas comfort food and spirits. On Margarita Wednesdays, margaritas are half-priced, and you can enjoy unique recipes like the yummy Texas Pink Rita or a spicy Jalapeno Margarita. During happy hour, appe zers are $2 off appe zers and beers are $.50 off. CODE: 15016
SID RICHARDSON MUSEUM*** FRIDAY, AUG. 26 • FREE DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Visit the Sid Richardson Museum to find meaning, value, and enjoyment in exploring its collec on of pain ngs of the American West. View exhibi ons of pain ngs by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, as well as some addi onal late 19th-century works about the American West. Following the visit, enjoy lunch at Riscky’s BBQ (entrees $7 - $20). CODE: 15017 R.O.M.E.O. LUNCH* MONDAY, AUG. 29 • FREE DEPART 11 A.M. • RETURN 1 P.M. The Re red Older Men Ea ng Out (ROMEO) group will take the bus to eat at Hillside Fine Dining in Highland Village. Enjoy this fine dining experience at a reasonable price. You will be happy you went whether you have eaten here many mes or if this will be your first me. (entrees $13 - $21). CODE: 15018 TEXAS RANGER GAME** WEDNESDAY, AUG. 31 • $23 DEPART 11:30 A.M. • RETURN 5 P.M. Join SIM members for this day game to watch the Texas Rangers baseball team play the in-state and division rival Houston Astros in the comfortable, air condi oned indoors of Globe Life Field. Plan to eat concession food on your own at the stadium. CODE: 15019
SIM FIT TEXERCISE INSTRUCTOR JON Program Coordinator, Jon Almeida, is con nuing with popular Texercise program with a weekly brief workout and walk.
TABLE TENNIS CLASSES *NEW* INSTRUCTOR DAYNA Table tennis is one of the most inclusive sports and is great for seniors. The sport s mulates the cogni ve system, improves balance, increases circula on, and improves hand-eye BALANCE, STRENGTH, & STRETCH coordina on. This eight-week class INSTRUCTOR JODY will cover the basics of play includThis workout focuses on the basic ing rules of play, serving, and racket muscle group to increase strength. control. It also includes gentle stretches also improve flexibility, movement, and PICKLEBALL balance. Pickleball is a fun sport that combines tennis, badminton, and pingINTERMEDIATE TAI CHI pong. Join SIM friends at the ComINSTRUCTOR - SUSAN munity Ac vity Center Gym to play. $35/MONTHLY Please bring your own racket. With several levels of Tai Chi, you will learn the restora ve powers of Tai TONE & CONDITION Chi for the mind and body. INSTRUCTOR - MARGO CODES: 15020, 15021 Increase muscular strength, endurance, range of movement, flexibility, YOGA balance, agility, and coordina on. INSTRUCTOR JODY Hand-held weights, elas c tubing This gentle yoga class will help in- with handles, and a ball are offered crease flexibility, balance, and for resistance. A chair is used for strength. seated and/or standing support. LINE DANCING SIM volunteers will lead par cipants in the latest and greatest line dances. Dance to everything from the Cupid Shuffle to the Boot Scoo n’ Boogie!
PILATES BARRE INSTRUCTOR - JODY Pilates focuses on strengthening your CORE & improving your posture. Barre work uses basic ballet moves for both arms & legs to imSIT, STAND, & DANCE prove muscle tone and balance. DeThis volunteer led, fun, chair-based signed for the beginner, so come join exercise class is great for all fitness us! Chairs can be used for support. levels. This fun workout includes stretching, cardio, and weight train- POUND IT OUT ing. INSTRUCTOR - JILL Pound It Out is an exercise format NIA that uses weighted drums cks to reINSTRUCTOR LARA lieve stress by hi ng a yoga ball to Nia is a blended fitness technique rock and roll music. Fun either si ng drawing from mar al arts, dance or standing! arts, and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by con- BOLLYX nec ng the body, mind, emo ons, INSTRUCTOR - NIDA and spirit. This Bollywood-inspired dance class is high in energy and swag but not NIA MOVING TO HEAL in impact! Your heart will be pumpINSTRUCTOR LARA ing and you will be swea ng all while This class will provide you with the dancing to the top hits from India. knowledge and skills to receive therapeu c benefits from the moving ZUMBA TONING prac ce of Nia. INSTRUCTOR JILL Zumba is a fun, dance-based workout that will increase your heart rate and improve your balance!
CREATIVE ARTS & EDUCATION OIL PAINTING *NEW* THURSDAYS • 1 P.M. • $40 BLUEBONNET • RSVP REQUIRED Come learn to oil paint with ar st Sandra Willet. This beginners class will include basic instruc ons for using the materials, color mixing and final composi on. Hope you can come join the fun! CODES: 15063, 15064 YOU CAN PAINT! VARIES • 10 A.M. 1 P.M. • $35 BLUEBONNET • RSVP REQUIRED Learn the basics of color mixing, brushstrokes, and perspec ves while completing a detailed landscape. All supplies are provided. • FRIDAY, JULY 22: “California Coast at Dusk” CODE: 15022 • WEDNESDAY, AUG. 10: “Gladiolas on Black Canvas” CODE: 15023 INTRO TO SPANISH TUESDAYS • 10 A.M. • $5 BLUEBONNET It is never too late to learn something new! Spanish tutor, Ofelia Gabel, will teach parcipants the basics of Spanish. JULY CODES: 15024 - 15027 AUG. CODES: 15028 15032 IMPROV FOR SENIORS THURSDAYS • 3 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED Improv is one of the core techniques used by actors to stretch imagina on, spark spontaneity, and give unforge able performances. SIM volunteer, Richard Sheff, will lead this class through Improv ac vi es. No experience necessary. No memorizing lines. Please bring your sense of humor! ART HOUSE ACRYLIC WORKSHOP TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. • BLUEBONNET $40 MONTHLY • $15 DROP IN Instructor Sue will lead a month-long workshop where students build pain ng skills and complete beau ful works of art. Supply list is available at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. CODES: 15033, 15034 ART HOUSE WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS • 1:30 P.M. • BLUEBON NET • $40 MONTHLY • $15 DROP IN Beginners and experienced painters alike will enjoy this class where students learn brushstrokes and techniques and complete their own works of art. Supply list is available at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. CODES: 15035, 15036 THE GREATFUL THREADS MONDAYS • 8 A.M. 12 P.M. • FREE BLUEBONNET Bring your latest sewing and quil ng projects and meet up with this cra y group.
JEWELRY MAKING 2ND WEDNESDAY • 10:30 A.M. • $5 ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED Par cipants will learn to create and complete a unique jewelry project with Recrea on Specialist, Cheryl Dudich. All supplies are provided. CODES: 15043, 15044 DCMG GARDENING CLASSES 1ST FRIDAY • 9 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED Get gardening ps from Denton County Master Gardener, Lynda Harvey! Each month, learn about a variety of topics including Texas lawn care, pest-control, and bu erfly gardens. • July 8: Texas Na ve Plants CODE: 15045 • AUG. 5: Earthkind Landscaping CODE: 15046 LEARN TO DRAW THURSDAYS • 10 A.M. • $40 MONTHLY BLUEBONNET Learn the most important building block of all art! Join instructor Sandra Willet for this new drawing class that will meet each Thursday. CODES: 15037, 15038 SIM POET’S SOCIETY MONDAY, JULY 18 & AUG. 15 • 1 P.M. CONFERENCE ROOM Meet up with this group of poetry lovers! Each month, the group will discuss the works of a famous poet. Then, a endees are invited to share and discuss their personal poetry, plus leave with a wri ng prompt to inspire your next poem. • •
JULY 18: T.S. Elliot CODE: 15039 AUG. 15: Dylan Thomas CODE: 15040
CRAFT KITS FRIDAYS, JULY 22 & AUG. 26 • 1 P.M. FREE • BLUEBONNET • RSVP REQUIRED Learn how to create beau ful home decor cra s using inexpensive cra items! SIM staff will lead you in making stunning seasonal decor that looks as if it comes from a high-end store! • •
JULY 22 : Decoupage Notebooks CODE: 15041 AUG. 26: Cra Closet Clean-out! Did you miss a cra or want to make another? Come create with le over kits from previous classes! CODE: 15042
ELSIE’S SEWING CLASS THURSDAY, JULY 7 • 5 P.M. • $12 BLUEBONNET • RSVP REQUIRED Join SIM member Elsie Grundtvig in this class to learn simple sewing techniques and beauful sewing projects! This month, learn to make a Christmas in July Tree. Cost includes fabric. CODE: 15047 CRICUT CRAFTS *NEW DAY* FRIDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BLUEBONNET • RSVP REQUIRED Cricuts are the latest and greatest new technologies in cra ing. Join Jaime to learn how to use a Cricut Explorer Air2 and Cricut Design Space while making beau ful cra s! • JULY 1: Dip & Salsa Bowl CODE: 15048 • AUG. 12 : Color-changing Cups CODE: 15049 KNITTING WEDNESDAYS • 1 P.M. • ARMADILLO This group is for those who have never kni ed before and those who can and want to share ideas. THE CRAFTY CORNER 2ND, 4TH, & 5TH MONDAY • 1 P.M. BLUEBONNET • FREE Bring a favorite project and join this crea ve, friendly group for fellowship and inspira on. No experience necessary! DIY WORKSHOP BY REIMAGINE THURSDAYS, JULY & AUG. 6 P.M. • BLUEBONNET • $12 RSVP REQUIRED Create with a purpose at this Do-It-Yourself workshop taught by ReImagine. Learn how to make a simple decor piece that you could use in your home or gi to someone you love. Cost includes all supplies. • JULY: Lazy Susan CODE: 15050 • AUG : Cu ng Board CODE: 15051
HEALTH & WELLNESS BENEFITS COUNSELING 1ST TUESDAYS • 10 A.M. • FREE CONFERENCE ROOM • RSVP REQUIRED On the first Tuesday of each month, trained counselors from the Area Agency on Aging will meet with SIM members one-on-one to answer ques ons regarding benefits and services available to seniors. CODES: 15056, 15057 SOCIAL SECURITY TUESDAYS, AUG. 16 • 6 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP REQUIRED A end this presenta on by Advance Senior Op ons for informa on on Social Security and have your ques ons answered. CODE: 15065
MASSAGE THERAPY THURSDAYS • 1 3 P.M. • FREE CONFERENCE ROOM • RSVP REQUIRED Licensed massage therapist and volunteer, Ana Rodriguez, will be performing chair massages for members. Book a 15 minute appointment to relax for a few minutes! Max 2 sessions per person/per month. Must register in person. CODE: 15052
ART THERAPY *NEW* WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM B • RSVP BY JULY 8 Suzanna Baker with Mayhill Hospital will lead this pain ng class to unleash your crea vity and relax your mind. During the class, par cipants will complete a pain ng while calming their mind and increasing their posi vity. Sponsored by Mayhill Hospital. CODE: 15066
MEDICARE EDUCATION CLASS TUESDAY • JULY 5 & AUG. 9 • 6 P.M. FREE • ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED Benefit adivisor, Tina Mallam, specializing in Medicare, will help members be er understand their op ons as they become eligible for Medicare. CODES: 15053, 15054
MINDFULNESS: MINDFUL TOOLS FOR FULLY LIVING MONDAYS, JULY 11 AUG. 29 • 10 A.M. ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED This course will introduce ways mindfulness-based tools and prac ces can help us build a be er version of ourselves. Based on the book Trus ng the Gold: Uncovering Your Natural Goodness by Tara Brach and The Self-Acceptance Project edited by Tami Simon, par cipants will explore ways to improve self-focused healing, compassion, forgiveness, kindness, and worth. CODE: 15052
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY TEEN TECH TUESDAYS TUESDAYS IN JULY • 1 P.M. • FREE COMPUTER CLASSROOM Volunteers from the Na onal Charity League and the Young Men’s Service League will be on hand for one-on-one technology tutoring. Bring a smart phone, tablet, laptop, or use the SIM computers to get technology ques ons answered. CODES: 15068 15071
TECH THURSDAYS THURSDAYS • 4:30 P.M. • FREE NO RSVP REQUIRED COMPUTER ROOM Get your computer and technology quesons answered in weekly classes with SIM volunteer, Van Ellio . Sessions cover a variety of topics including smartphones, Windows, apps, Facebook, and more!
WALK ACROSS TEXAS WRAP UP PARTY FRIDAY, JULY 8 • 10 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP REQUIRED It has been eight weeks since the Walk Across Texas Kick-off event. How many miles did you and your team achieve? Meet up with other par cipants to celebrate goals, compare stats, and recieve awards and prizes. CODE: 15055
FELLOWSHIP GROUPS GARDENING CLUB 3RD FRIDAY • 9 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO Join fellow gardening enthusiasts to learnps and tricks for successful gardens. The Gardening Club also plants and maintains the SIM raised planter gardens and bu erfly garden.
MELTING POT MEET UP THURSDAYS • 6 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C Meet up with this diverse group to explore the diversity and culture of the SIM membership! Each week, the group will meet for pot-lucks, karaoke, educa onal seminars, dancing, and more! GENEALOGY 4TH MONDAYS • 10 A.M. • FREE COMPUTER ROOM Meet genealogy enthusiasts to swap stories and secrets of the trade. Paul Middour facilitates discussion and ps of the trade.
SIM SING A LONG TUESDAYS • 3 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A Bring your voices and join the SIM friends each Tuesday for a fun sing-a-long! FOOD, FUN, & FRIENDS POTLUCK 1ST WEDNESDAY • NOON • FREE BALLROOM C Join this fun group for a monthly potluck celebra ng the diversity in the Flower Mound Senior Center. Bring your favorite dish that celebrates your culture to share.
GET INTO THE GAME! TABLE TENNIS MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, & FRIDAYS • 8 11 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM C Open play table tennis. Paddles and balls available at the Senior Center Courtesy Desk. CASH BINGO MONDAYS • 12:30 P.M. BALLROOM A • $1 PER CARD Please check-in by 12:15 p.m. No cards will be sold a er 12:30 p.m. Money will be divided among bingo winners. Prizes will not exceed $10. AFTER DARK BUNCO! 1ST & 3RD THURSDAYS 5 P.M. • $2 • ARMADILLO RSVP REQUIRED Bunco is easy to learn and fun to play. Please pay $2 to the captain on the day of the game. Prizes will not exceed $10. Sponsored by Lynn’s Clu er Removal & Encompass Health Rehabilita on Hospital. JULY CODES: 15058, 15059 AUGUST CODES: 15060, 15061
TREASURE BINGO 2ND & 4TH TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. FREE • BALLROOM A Winners will choose from prizes donated by SIM members. Sponsored by Reliant at Home. LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG THURSDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C LEARN TO PLAY POKER 1ST FRIDAYS • 10 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM B LEARN TO PLAY PARTY BRIDGE TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C PAYOUT POKER TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, & FRIDAYS • 12:50 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM B Winners will split the money collected. Prizes will not exceed $10. PAYOUT PINOCHLE WEDNESDAYS • 1 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM B Winners will split the money collected. Prizes will not exceed $10.