Reinventing The Senior Center
March - April 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.
MARCH 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, Feb. 21 Non-Residents: Wednesday, Feb. 23 MARCH LUNCH & LEARNS WEDNESDAYS • NOON • FREE RSVP BY THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO SCHED ULED DATE Learn while you lunch! Join Seniors In Moon during the lunch hour for educa onal seminars and a free lunch. All seminars begin at noon. Must register for lunch. • MARCH 2: “Outsmart the Scammers Part 2,” presented by Holly Eaton, Edward Jones. CODE: 14450 • MARCH 9: Presented by Edwena Po er. CODE: 14451 • MARCH 16: Presented by Healing Hands Health Care. CODE: 14452 • MARCH 30: “Avoid Pi alls of Re rement,” presented by Tena Burrell. CODE: 14454 FAT TUESDAY PARTY TUESDAY, MARCH 1 • 11 A.M. • $11 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY FEB. 25 Grab your fanciest mask and beads and join SIM for our annual Mardi Gras party! The Dixieland Swing Band will perform the New Orleans jazz favorites. Then, enjoy a special lunch and king cake for dessert! Sponsored by Amerilife. CODE: 14337 MOVIE & PIZZA: WILD OATS TUESDAY, MARCH 1 • 5 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY FEB. 28 Join SIM friends to watch Shirley MacLaine and Jessica Lange in the hilarious comedy, Wild Oats [PG-13]. A er she receives a mistakenly huge insurance check, a recently widowed re ree brings her best friend along on an adventure to the Canary Islands, where they become media favorites and escapees from jus ce. Pizza will be served prior to the movie. Sponsored by Advance Seniors Op ons. CODE: 14455
NAILED IT! THURSDAY, MARCH 3 • 5 P.M. • $2 BLUEBONNET • RSVP MARCH 1 Learn some of the basic fros ng and decora ng techniques to make your cupcakes look as amazing as they taste. Join our SIM volunteer pros to learn their decora ng secrets. CODE: 14456 ADOPT A SPOT CLEAN UP FRIDAY, MARCH 4 • 1 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY MARCH 3 The Flower Mound Senior Center has adopted the West Windsor Park and holds clean-up events six mes a year. Help SIM staff and volunteers pick up trash and debris along the trail to keep Flower Mound beauful! CODE: 14457 SIM SOCIAL DANCE TUESDAY, MARCH 8 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY MARCH 7 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. CODE: 14458 JON TRIVI OLTA TUESDAY, MARCH 8 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 7 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 Precise Personalized Care Hospice. CODE: 14459 DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 • 5 P.M. TEXAS ROADHOUSE Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month, meet them at Texas Roadhouse located at 3811 Long Prairie Road in Flower Mound. GOLDEN OLDIES KARAOKE
THURSDAY, MARCH 10 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE
BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 9 Join SIM friends for a fun night of 50’s and 60’s Golden Oldies karaoke. Sing some of your favorite golden oldies! CODE: 14460 TEXAS TALKS: NOTALBE TEXAS WOMEN FRIDAY, MARCH 11 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 10 Back by popular demand, Professor Travis Cooper will visit the Flower Mound Senior Center for another round of Texas Talks. Learn about the women throughout Texas history that made big impacts on our state. CODE: 14461
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH *NEW* FRIDAYS, MAR. 11 APR. 22 • 10 A.M. ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED • FREE Taking Control of Your Health is an interac ve workshop for those living with one or more physical or mental health chronic condi ons such as arthri s, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and depression. Par cipants learn skills to manage their con ions on a day-to-day basis: exercise, healthy ea ng, symptom management, weight loss, and communica on skills. It aims to build par cipants’ confi dence in managing their health and keep them ac ve and engaged in their lives. the workshop consists of six classes, held once a week for 2 1/2 hours (No class April 15). CODE: 14531 TED TALKS TUESDAY, MARCH 15 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 14 Watch and Discuss the Ted Talk, “What Reality Are You Crea ng for Yourself?” In this introspec ve, personal talk, Isaac Lidsky challenges us to let go of excuses, assump ons and fears, and accept the awesome responsibility of being the creators of our own reality. CODE: 14462 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES: RBG WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 • 9:30 A.M.
FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 15
Join SIM friends to watch the documentary, RBG [PG]. By turns hear elt and playful, this documentary details Supreme Court Jus ce Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s life and landmark work on women’s rights. Sponsored by RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living. CODE: 14463 ST. PATTY’S DAY PARTY THURSDAY, MARCH 17 • 11 A.M. • $4 BALLROOM • RSVP BY MARCH 15 Grab your green and get over to the Flower Mound Senior Center for the annual St. Pa y’s Day Party! Join SIM friends for a fun party with dancing and live music by Andy Guarino. Then, enjoy lunch and a special dessert. Sponsored by Watermere of Flower Mound. CODE: 14464 STORYTIME WITH LIZ THURSDAY, MARCH 17 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 16 Join SIM member and storyteller, Liz Covington, as she shares some of her favorite Cel c stories celebra ng St. Patrick’s Day. CODE: 14466
MARCH SPECIAL EVENTS HOLI PARTY FRIDAY, MARCH 18 • NOON • $3 BALLROOM • RSVP BY MARCH 15 Celebrate the Indian fes val of color and spring! Join SIM friends for an authen c Indian feast and learn about the Holi Fesval celebrated across the globe. Then, join SIM friends on the FMSC pa o for the throwing of colors. Par cipants will be given brightly colored powders to throw in the air and on each other. Sponsored by Avanit Senior Living. CODE: 14468
MOVIE & A MEAL: MY BEST FRIEND ANNE FRANK FRIDAY, MARCH 25 • 10 A.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 22 Join SIM friends to watch the movie My Best Friend Anne Frank [PG-13]. Based on the real-life friendship between Anne Frank and Hannah Goslar, from Nazi-occupied Amsterdam to their harrowing reunion in a concentra on camp. Lunch will be served following the movie. Sponsored by A Changing Season. CODE: 14477
PICKLEBALL DEMO THURSDAY, MARCH 24 • 1 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY MARCH 23 Pickleball is a fun sport that combines tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. A end this demo to see how the game is played. Then join the SIM pickleball players on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m. at the Flower Mound Community Ac vity Center! CODE: 14574
DRY BAR COMEDY TUESDAY, MARCH 29 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED 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: 14480
AFTER DARK PARTY THURSDAY, MARCH 24 • 6 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MARCH 22 Join SIM friends for an evening of dinner, live music, and line dancing. Enjoy Live music performed by Walker & Adams. CODE: 14473
GAME NIGHT THURSDAY, MARCH 31 • 5:30 P.M. BALLROOM A • RSVP MARCH 30 • FREE Get ready for fun and games with SIM friends. Enjoy light refreshments while playing fun, social games like Pic onary, Family Feud, Trivial Pursuit and more. CODE: 14481
MARCH DAY TRIPS ROMEO* MONDAY, MARCH 7 • FREE DEPART 11 A.M. • RETURN 1:30 P.M. The Re red Older Men Ea ng Out (ROMEO) group will take the bus to eat at Elm Fork Taphouse and Kitchen for a wide selec on of entrée items. Save room for dessert with a quick stop at Linnybird Bakery to sa sfy your sweet tooth. Come join this men’s lunch getaway for good food and fellowship. (entrees $11 - $17). CODE: 14482 COME FROM AWAY* WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 • $40 DEPART 5:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Travel to Fair Park Music Hall to watch a performance of this Tony Award-winning musical. Come From Away takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. CODE: 14483 Pre-Performance Pizza Party: FMSC staff will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert at 5 p.m. on the day of the performance for an addi onal cost of $5. Those who would like to par cipate, please register by Monday, March 7. CODE: 14571
TOURING CHOCOLATIER** MONDAY, MARCH 14 • $25 DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 3:30 P.M. Enjoy brunch at Ba er & Berries (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: 14484 THE BARBER OF SEVILLE* WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 • $25 DEPART 5:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Travel to Winspear Opera House to watch a performance of the classic opera, The Barber of Seville. Count Almaviva wants to wed the lovely Rosina, and she’s smi en with him, too. But her much-too-old guardian plans to marry her himself! Time to call for Figaro! He’s opera’s ul mate Mr. Fix It—but can he save the day? CODE: 14485 Pre-Performance Pizza Party: FMSC staff will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert at 5 p.m. on the day of the performance for an addi onal a cost of $5. Those who would like to par cipate, please register by Monday, March 21. CODE: 14572
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD* THURSDAY, MARCH 24 • $17 DEPART 4:30 P.M. • RETURN 10:30 P.M. Travel to the Irving Arts Center to watch a performance of Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood. Ken Ludwig’s retelling of the beloved classic is a moving tale of a young man’s discovery that everyone has a responsibility to care for his fellow man. Packed with thrills, romance, laughs, and great characters like Li le John, Friar Tuck, and Maid Marian, Sherwood tells the meless story of a hero of the people who takes on the powers that be. Please bring money for dinner at Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet (buffet $16). CODE: 14486 ROLL CALL VETERANS LUNCH* FRIDAY, MARCH 25 • VETERANS FREE DEPART 10:45 A.M. • RETURN 2:30 P.M. This monthly luncheon held at held at Birchman Bap st Church Family Ac vity Center in Fort Worth provides a venue for fellowship, honor, and camaraderie for veterans and service members of all ages for over 300 a endees. A program accompanies lunch, with a different theme each month. The event is from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Veterans and military personnel eat free, and the cost for civilians is a recommended $10 dona on (covers the cost of the meal). SIM will make your RSVP once registered. CODE: 14487
APRIL 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, March 28 Non-Residents: Wednesday, March 30 APRIL LUNCH & LEARNS WEDNESDAYS • NOON • FREE RSVP BY THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO SCHED ULED DATE Learn while you lunch! Join Seniors In Moon during the lunch hour for educa onal seminars and a free lunch. All seminars begin at noon. Must register for lunch. • APRIL 6: “Protect Yourself: Be Alert to Financial Fraud,” presented by Holly Eaton, Edward Jones. CODE: 14521 • APRIL 13: Presented by Edwena Potter. CODE: 14542 • APRIL 20: “Health Monitoring and Technology,” presented by Medical Alert Southwest. CODE: 14543 TEXAS TALKS: WHY LOCAL ELECTIONS MATTER FRIDAY, APRIL 1 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY MAR. 31 Local elec ons are coming up on May 1, and Texas residents will be asked to vote for important posi ons, such as Town Council, Mayor, and School Board, along with special bonds. Professor Travis Cooper will visit the Flower Mound Senior Center to discuss what local elec ons officials do for their communi es and why bonds are important. CODE: 14545 MOVIE & PIZZA: GOING IN STYLE TUESDAY, APRIL 5 • 5 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 1 Join SIM friends to watch the movie, Going in Style [PG-13]. Cheated out of their pensions, three lifelong friends hatch a plot to rob a bank, but they have to stay one step ahead of the FBI. Pizza will be served prior to the movie. Sponsored by A Changing Season. CODE: 14546
NAILED IT! THURSDAY, APRIL 7 • 5 P.M. • $2 BLUEBONNET • RSVP BY APRIL 5 Learn some of the basic fros ng and decora ng techniques to make your cupcakes look as amazing as they taste. Join some of our SIM volunteer pros to learn their decora ng secrets. CODE: 14547
LEARN TO USE THE FITNESS ROOM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13• 1:30 P.M. FITNESS ROOM • FREE Cer fied personal trainer and chiropractor, Dale Leonard, will show members how to use the equipment in the fitness room. Sponsored by Leonard Chiroprac c. CODE: 14583
COUNTRY KARAOKE THURSDAY, APRIL 7 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 6 Put on your cowboy hats and boots. Join SIM friends for a fun night of Country karaoke. Sing old country classics or new hits. CODE: 14548
DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 • 5 P.M. MAD FOR CHICKEN Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month, meet them at Mad for Chicken at 1050 Flower Mound Road in Flower Mound.
SIM SWEET 17 ANNIVERSARY PARTY FRIDAY, APRIL 8 • 11 A.M. • $4 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 6 The SIM program will celebrate its 17th anniversary with a rocking party! Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy live music with Marty Ruiz. Then, enjoy a lunch of hamburgers, chips, and ice cream sundaes. Sponsored by Watermere of Flower Mound. CODE: 14549
FILL YOUR OWN EASTER BASKET THURSDAY, APRIL 14 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM • RSVP BY APRIL 12 Bring a basket from home and join SIM friends to fill it with treats and cra s! Visit Easter-cra sta ons to make treats and cra s to fill a basket for yourself or a loved one. One basket per person please. Sponsored by Healing Hands Health Care. CODE: 14554
NEW MEMBER LUNCH MONDAY, APRIL 11 • NOON • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP BY APRIL 7 Meet the newest Seniors in Mo on members at this fun lunch and social. New members will enjoy a light lunch, get important informa on about the SIM program, and meet new friends. Sponsored by RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living. CODE: 14550 TOWN COUNCIL FORUM TUESDAY, APRIL 12 • 11 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM • RSVP BY APRIL 11 The SIM Advisory Board is invi ng candidates for the Flower Mound Town Council for a ques ons and answer forum to address issues related to the senior popula on. SIM members may submit ques ons for the forum between March 28 – April 7. All members will be asked to conclude all other acvi es in the Ballroom. CODE: 14551 SIM SOCIAL DANCE TUESDAY, APRIL 12 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY APRIL 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. CODE: 14552 JON TRIVI OLTA TUESDAY, APRIL 12 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 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 Precise Personalized Care Hospice. CODE: 14553
TED TALKS TUESDAY, APRIL 19 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED Watch and discuss the TED talk, “What I Learned From 2,000 Obituaries.” By analyzing 2,000 New York Times obituaries over a 20-month period, Lux Narayan gleaned what achievement looks like over a life me. Here he shares what those immortalized in print can teach us about a life well lived. CODE: 14555 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES: BOB ROSS: HAPPY ACCIDENTS, BETRAYAL, & GREED WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 • 9:30 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 19
Bob Ross brought joy to millions as the world’s most famous art instructor. But a ba le for his business empire cast a shadow over his happy trees. Sponsored by Donuts & Documentaries. CODE: 14556 AFTER DARK PARTY THURSDAY, APRIL 21 • 6 P.M. • $3 BALLROOM • RSVP BY APRIL 19 Join SIM friends for an evening of dinner and live music, and line dancing. Enjoy Live music performed by James Clark. CODE: 14557 EARTH DAY CLEAN UP FRIDAY, APRIL 22 • 1 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY APRIL 21 This Earth Day, help SIM staff and volunteers pick up trash and debris along the trail to keep Flower Mound beau ful! CODE: 14558
APRIL SPECIAL EVENTS DRY BAR COMEDY TUESDAY, APRIL 26 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED 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: 14559 GAME NIGHT THURSDAY, APRIL 28 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP APRIL 27 Get ready for fun and games with SIM friends. Enjoy light refreshments while playing fun, social games like Pic onary, Family Feud, and Trivial Pursuit. Sponsored by Advance Senior Optons. CODE: 14560 MOVIE & A MEAL: RED NOTICE FRIDAY, APRIL 29 • 10 A.M. • $3 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 26 Join SIM friends to watch the movie, Red No ce [PG-13]. In this ac on-filled comedy, an Interpol agent a empts to hunt down and capture the world’s most wanted art thief. Lunch will be served following the movie. Sponsored by Healing Hands Health Care. CODE: 14561 STORYTIME WITH LIZ THURSDAY, APRIL 29 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY APRIL 28 Join SIM member and storyteller, Liz, as she shares some of her favorite stories of trees and spring for Arbor Day.
ENNIS BLUEBONNET TOUR** FRIDAY, APRIL 1 • FREE DEPART 9:45 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Travel to Ennis, the Bluebonnet capital of Texas, for a bus tour of some of the best patches of bluebonnets in Texas and stop for special photo opportuni es. Please bring money for lunch at Co on Patch Cafe (entrees $7 - $15). CODE: 14563 ROMEO LUNCH* MONDAY, APRIL 4 • 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 Flying Fish for a menu full of fish and seafood items. Enjoy good food and fellowship inside or out on the deck overlooking the lake. (entrees $9 - $16). CODE: 14564 THE SECRET GARDEN* MONDAY, APRIL 11 • $24 DEPART 4:30 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Travel to the Ar san Theater to watch a performance of The Secret Garden. In this enchan ng, Tony Award-winning musical, a young English girl born and raised in the British Raj, is orphaned when she is ten years old. She is sent away from India to Yorkshire, England, to live in the manor of a brooding uncle she has never met. CODE: 14565
APRIL DAY TRIPS JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR** WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 • $30 DEPART 5:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Travel to Fair Park Music Hall to watch a performance of Jesus Christ Superstar. With music and lyrics by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. CODE: 14566
DOWNTOWN WEATHERFORD*** FRIDAY, APRIL 22 • FREE DEPART 10 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Wander through historic downtown Weatherford to shop the many an que shops and bou ques and have lunch. Downtown has an old town feel with a historic shopping district full of an que, bouque, and specialty stores to marvel over. Visitors can also visit the historic Parker County Courthouse. Please bring money for shopping and lunch. CODE: 14568
Pre-Performance Pizza Party: FMSC staff will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert at 5 p.m. on the day of the performance for an addi onal a cost of $5. Those who would like to par cipate, please register by Monday, April 11. CODE: 14572 WINSTAR CASINO** WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 • $20 DEPART 8 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Test your luck and skill at Oklahoma’s premier hotel and casino. Choose from eight themed gaming plazas or the spacious poker room, bingo hall, and the racer off-track betng parlor. Ticket price includes transportaon, muffins, juice, bingo, and refreshments on the bus. CODE: 14567
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
SIM FIT BODIES BY BEN *NEW* INSTRUCTOR BEN BAILEY FRIDAYS, MAR. 4 APR. 8 • $35 Flower Mound Community Ac vity Center’s personal trainer, Ben Bailey, will teach a 6-week fitness and strength training workshop focusing on exercises, cardio, nutri on ps, and more to maintain your health. CODE: 14575 CHAIR VOLLEYBALL Join SIM friends for a friendly game of volleyball. Chair volleyball is similar to tradi onal volleyball except par cipants must remain seated and there are unlimited touches on the beach ball. Stretch and laugh your way to a good me! TONE & CONDITION INSTRUCTOR - MARGO Increase muscular strength, endurance, range of movement, flexibility, balance, agility, and coordina on. Hand-held weights, elas c tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support. PILATES BARRE INSTRUCTOR - JODY Pilates focuses on strengthening your CORE & improving your posture. Barre work uses basic ballet moves for both arms & legs to improve muscle tone and balance. Designed for the beginner, so come join us! Chairs can be used for support. POUND IT OUT INSTRUCTOR - JILL Pound It Out is an exercise format that uses weighted drums cks to relieve stress by hi ng a yoga ball to rock and roll music. Fun either si ng or standing! BOLLYX INSTRUCTOR - NIDA This Bollywood-inspired dance class is high in energy and swag, but not in impact! Your heart will be pumping and you will be swea ng all while dancing to the top hits from India. ZUMBA TONING INSTRUCTOR JILL Zumba is a fun, dance-based workout that will increase your heart rate and improve your balance!
BALANCE, STRENGTH & STRETCH INSTRUCTOR JODY This workout focuses on the basic muscle group to increase strength. It includes gentle stretches also improve flexibility, movement, and balance. INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI INSTRUCTOR - SUSAN With several levels of Tai Chi, you will learn the restora ve powers of Tai Chi for the mind and body. Intermediate- CODE: 14584, 14585 INTRO TO TAI CHI WORKSHOP *NEW* INSTRUCTOR - SUSAN TUESDAYS, MARCH 15 APRIL 26 Have you always wanted to try Tai Chi? In this 6-week course, you will learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi and a short, easy-to-learn Tai Chi form. You will also be provided with a few free videos for prac cing on your own. Learn this beau ful movement art to increase your balance, strength and health! CODE: 14586 YOGA INSTRUCTOR JODY This gentle yoga class will help increase flexibility, balance, and strength. 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! SIT, STAND, & DANCE This volunteer led, fun, chair-based exercise class is great for all fitness levels. This fun workout includes stretching, cardio, and weight training. NIA INSTRUCTOR LARA Nia is a blended fitness technique drawing from mar al arts, dance arts, and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connec ng the body, mind, emo ons, and spirit. NIA MOVING TO HEAL INSTRUCTOR LARA This class will provide you with the knowledge and skills to receive therapeu c benefits from the moving prac ce of Nia.
the fitness room and all sim fit programs are open to all abilities & fitness levels!
CREATIVE ART & EDUCATIONAL CLASSES
YOU CAN PAINT! WEDNESDAYS • 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. • MARCH 23: “Misty Sundown in the Park” CODE: 14465 • APRIL 20: “Gray Stallion” CODE: 14467 INTRO TO SPANISH TUESDAYS • 10 A.M. • $5 • ARMADILLO It is never too late to learn something new! Spanish tutor, Ofelia Gabel, will teach parcipants the basics of Spanish. MAR. CODES: 14469 - 14474 APR. CODES: 14475 14479 IMPROV FOR SENIORS THURSDAYS • 3 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A 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. CODE: 14498, 14499 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. CODE: 14500, 14501 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. CODE: 14502, 14503
SIM POET’S SOCIETY MONDAY, MARCH 7 & APRIL 18 • 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. • MARCH 7: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow CODE: 14504 • APRIL 18: John Greenleaf Whi er CODE: 14505 CRAFT KITS
FRIDAYS, MARCH 25 & APRIL 29 • 1 P.M.
FREE • BLUEBONNET 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! • MARCH 25 : Leprechaun Mason Jars CODE: 14506 • APRIL 29: Dice Bunnies CODE: 14507
ELSIE’S SEWING CLASS TUESDAY, MARCH 22 & APRIL 12 & 14 • 5 P.M. • BLUEBONNET • $10 RSVP REQUIRED Join SIM member Elsie Grundtvig in this class to learn simple sewing techniques and beau ful sewing projects! The cost includes all supplies. • MARCH 22: Tissue Box Cover CODE: 14510 • APRIL 12 & 14: Pin Cushion CODE: 14511 CRICUT CRAFTS 1ST MONDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE ARMADILLO • 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! • MARCH 7: Birthday Cards CODE: 14512 • APRIL 4: Fancy Labels CODE: 14513
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. CODE: 14508, 14509 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. 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. DCMG GARDENING CLASSES 1ST FRIDAY • 9 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO 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. CODES: 14581, 14582
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, MARCH 17 & APRIL 14 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. • MAR. 17: Door Sign CODE: 14514 • APR. 14: Flower Box CODE: 14515
HEALTH & WELLNESS MINDFULNESS FINDING FORGIVENESS MONDAYS, MAR. 7 APR. 25 • 10 A.M. ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED Most researchers agree that prac cing forgivenss can increase our overall levels of health and happiness, but doing it can some mes be difficult. Licensed professional counselor, Dr. Julie Ballinger, will introduce par cipants to a variety of mindfulness-based strategies you can use to find your way to forgivenss and a more peaceful heart. CODE: 14516 TALKING WITH YOUR DOCTOR *NEW* FRIDAY • APR. 8 • 10 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP REQUIRED Get the most out of a doctor’s appointments by becoming a partner in your healthcare team. Learn how to prepare for appointments, ques ons to ask, and how to make decisions as a team. CODE: 14579 ARTHRITIS & PAIN MANAGEMENT THURSDAY • APR. 28 • 2 P.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP REQUIRED Seminar with Dr. Megha Patel-Banker and Dr. Amit Mirchandani discussing arthri s and rheumatoid pain management. CODE: 14580
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. MAR. CODES: 14517 14521 APR. CODES: 14522 14525 MEDICARE EDUCATION CLASS TUESDAY • MAR. 8 & APR. 5 • 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: 14520, 14527 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. CODE: 14528, 14529
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT HEALTH TALK *NEW* WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23 • 11 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED This forty-five minute presenta on on Medica on Management is presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Denton County Family and Community Health. CODE: 14530 SELF DEFENSE CLASSES *NEW* TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS • 3 4 P.M. MOCKINGBIRD • FREE SIM-member volunteer Jim Nunes will lead three self-defense courses in March! Par cipants will be asked to sign a waiver. • March 15 & 17: Self Defense for Women - This course will teach women techniques that will help against an aggressor. CODE: 14576 • March 22 & 24: Self Defense for Seniors - This course will provide par cipants with various methods of selfdefense. CODE: 14577 • March 29 & 31: Cane Self Defense: This course will provide various methods and techniques for self-defense using a cane. CODE: 14578
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY ONLINE TAX PREPARATION WEDNESDAY, MAR. 9 • 10 A.M. FREE • COMPUTER ROOM Preparing your taxes online is easy, convenient, and o en free! Learn about the different online tax prepara on op ons, ps for preparing your taxes online and how to keep your informa on safe. CODE: 14532
DO YOU YOUTUBE? WEDNESDAY, MAR. 30 • 1 P.M. • FREE COMPUTER ROOM Explore all that YouTube has to offer to develop new interests, learn “Do-It-Yourself” tasks and enjoy exploring your current interests. CODE: 14534
WHATSAPP WEDNESDAY, MAR. 16 • 10 A.M. FREE • COMPUTER ROOM WhatsApp is a free, mul pla orm messaging app that lets you make video and voice calls, send text messages and more. It is especially popular among friends and family who live in different countries and want to stay in touch. CODE: 14533
SHOPPING ON ETSY WEDNESDAY, APR. 6 • 10 A.M. • FREE COMPUTER ROOM Etsy is an online marketplace where independent ar sts and cra ers can sell their goods. Learn all the ps and tricks for buying or selling on Etsy. CODE: 14535
GETTING RID OF SPAM WEDNESDAY, APR. 20 • 10 A.M. • FREE COMPUTER ROOM Is your inbox full of spam emails? Spam can crowd out the emails you really want to read and can also pose a risk to your onlline security. Learn how to lessen or elimnate spam in your email account. CODE: 14536 TECH THURSDAYS THURSDAYS IN APRIL • 4:30 P.M. • FREE 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!
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!
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.
GENEALOGY 4TH MONDAYS • 10 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM A 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! TRAVEL WITHOUT TRAVELING BOOK CLUB LAST WEDNESDAY • 9:30 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO Travel the world through reading exci ng novels in this unique book club. • MAR. 30: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell • APR. 27: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray
GET INTO THE GAME! TABLE TENNIS *NEW* 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.
LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG THURSDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C LEARN TO PLAY POKER 1ST FRIDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM B LEARN TO PLAY PARTY BRIDGE TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C LEARN TO PLAY SHUFFLEBOARD *NEW* FRIDAYS, MARCH 11 & APRIL 22 10 A.M. • FREE • MAIN CON COURSE
AFTER DARK BUNCO! 1ST & 3RD THURSDAYS LEARN TO PLAY BOCCE BALL WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 16 & APRIL 27 5 P.M. • $2 • ARMADILLO RSVP REQUIRED • 1 P.M. • FREE• PATIO Bunco is easy to learn and fun to play. Please pay $2 to the captain PAYOUT POKER on the day of the game. Prizes will TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, & not exceed $10. FRIDAYS • 12:50 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM B TREASURE BINGO Winners will split the money col2ND & 4TH TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. lected. Prizes will not exceed $10. FREE • BALLROOM A Winners will choose from prizes PAYOUT PINOCHLE donated by SIM members. Spon- 1ST WEDNESDAY • 1 P.M. • $2 sored by Buckets & Bows, Mayhill BALLROOM B Hospital, & Speed Cleaning. Winners will split the money collected. Prizes will not exceed $10.