Reinventing The Senior Center
November - December 2021
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......Program Coordinator Cheryl Dudich..............Recrea on Specialist Colleen Bahe...............Recrea on Specialist Nikole Jenniffer ...........Recrea on Specialist Sue Kash......................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.
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.
$2 FRIDAY LUNCHES FRIDAY AT NOON • $2 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 Wednesday prior to the meal. For more informaon, please call 972.874.6110.
NOVEMBER 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, Oct. 25 Non-Residents: Wednesday, Oct. 27 NOVEMBER LUNCH & LEARNS 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. • WEDNESDAY, NOV. 3: Senior Survival Bootcamp presented by Precise Personalized Care & Lori Williams Senior Services. CODE: 13671 • WEDNESDAY, NOV. 10: The Benefit of Being a Life Long Learner presented by RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living. CODE: 13676 • WEDNESDAY, NOV. 17: How to Outsmart Scammers presented by Zachary Bonner, Edward Jones. CODE: 13677 BENEFITS COUNSELING TUESDAY, NOV. 2 • 10 A.M. • FREE CONFERENCE ROOM • RSVP BY OCT. 30 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: 13026 MOVIE & PIZZA: THUNDER FORCE TUESDAY, NOV. 2 • 5 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 1 Join SIM friends to watch the movie, Thunder Force [PG-13]. In this hilarious comedy, two childhood best friends reunite in their 40s as an unlikely crime-figh ng superhero duo when one invents a formula that gives ordinary people superpowers. Sponsored by Vedusha Founda on. CODE: 13557
PARTNER DANCING TUESDAY, NOV. 9 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY NOV. 8 Grab your partner and join SIM friends for partner dancing on the second Tuesday of each month. Andy Guarino will play a variety of partner-dancing songs and take requests. Sponsored by Vedusha Foundaon. CODE: 13559 JON TRIVI OLTA TUESDAY, NOV. 9 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 8 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 McGee Law Firm. CODE: 13558 DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, NOV. 10 • 5 P.M. JOY CHINESE CUISINE Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month, meet them at Joy Chinese Cuisine located at 1913 Jus n Road in Flower Mound. VETERANS DAY PARTY THURSDAY, NOV. 11 • 11 A.M. • $4 BALLROOM • RSVP BY NOV. 9 Seniors In Mo on will celebrate the brave men and women who honored our country with their service. Enjoy a special patrio c performance by Rhonda Medina followed by a delicious lunch of barbecue pulled pork, baked beans, and potato salad. Veterans eat free! Sponsored by Edward Jones. CODE: 13561 (civilians) 13562 (Veterans) TED TALKS TUESDAY, NOV. 16 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 15 Join SIM friends to watch the Ted Talk, “Secrets of the Mind and Free Will Revealed by Magic Tricks.” Are you in control of your choices? Magic tricks might reveal otherwise, says scien st and illusionist Alice Pailhès. Watch her perform magic tricks that unveil how your brain works, how you can be subtly influenced and what that means for free will in life. CODE: 13563 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES WEDNESDAY, NOV. 17 • 9:30 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 16 Join SIM friends to watch the documentary American Factory [TV-14]. In post-industrial Ohio, a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory in the husk of an abandoned General Motors plant. Early days of hope and op mism give way to setbacks as high-tech China clashes with working-class America. CODE: 13564
CHAIR VOLLEYBALL DEMONSTRATION WEDNESDAY, NOV. 17 • 2:30 P.M. MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY NOV. 16 Join SIM friends for a friendly game of volleyball. Chair volleyball is similar to tradional 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! CODE: 13565 THANKSGIVING LUNCH THURSDAY, NOV. 18 • NOON •$4 BALLROOM • RSVP BY NOV. 16 Join SIM friends for the annual Thanksgiving lunch. Enjoy a tradi onal Thanksgiving lunch of turkey, dressing, and sides along with pumpkin pie for dessert! Please bring a dona on for the CCA Food Pantry. Sponsored by Watermere of Flower Mound. CODE: 13566 AFTER DARK PARTY THURSDAY, NOV. 18 • 6:30 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 16 When the sun goes down, the fun begins at the Flower Mound Senior Center! Join SIM friends for an exci ng dance party featuring music by Duke & Daisy. Par cipants will also enjoy a dinner of homemade chili and fixings. CODE: 13569 MOVIE & A MEAL: MURDER MYSTERY FRIDAY, NOV. 19 • 10 A.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 16 Join SIM friends to watch Murder Mystery [PG-13]. A New York cop and his wife go on a European vaca on to reinvigorate the spark in their marriage. A chance encounter leads to them being framed for the murder of an elderly billionaire. Sponsored by Sandy Lake Rehab Care Center. CODE: 13567 DECK THE HALLS! WEDNESDAY, NOV. 24 • 10 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED Join SIM friends for this annual SIM tradion. Help SIM staff and volunteers deck out the Senior Center with holiday decoraons including five Christmas trees, hundreds of ornaments, twenty wreaths, and Santa’s village. CODE: 13570 CAJUN CHRISTMAS *NEW* TUESDAY, NOV. 30 • 5 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 24 Let’s kick off the Christmas season with some flavor! Enjoy a dinner of blackened chicken pasta along with some Cajun Christmas acvi es. Finally, join friends on the pa o for tradi onal holiday bonfires. CODE: 13571
we love our veterans!
NOVEMBER SPECIAL EVENTS
NOVEMBER DAY TRIPS WINSTAR CASINO** WEDNESDAY, NOV. 3 • $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. Sponsored by RiverWalk Flats Acve Adult Living. CODE: 13508 ROMEO LUNCH* MONDAY, NOV. 8 • 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 Hawaiian Brothers in Denton for island, comfort food with their “ohana” SIM family. Come join this men’s lunch getaway for good food and fellowship. Mahalo! CODE: 13572
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
LOG CABIN VILLAGE TOUR*** WEDNESDAY, NOV. 10 • $6 DEPART 10:15 A.M. • RETURN 3:45 P.M. Take a trip to the past at the Fort Worth Log Cabin Village. Historical interpreters, dressed in period a re, will discuss 19th century Texas fron er history, demonstrate various cra s from the me period, and engage visitors in a conversa on about the past. Par cipants will also get to make hand-dipped candles to take home for a souvenir! Please bring money for lunch at the Woodshed Smokehouse (entrees $11 $22). CODE: 13573 RONALD KIRK BRIDGE & TRINITY GROVE*** FRIDAY, NOV. 19 • FREE DEPART 9:30 A.M. • RETURN 1:30 P.M. Let’s visit the Ronald Kirk Bridge in Dallas! This 1.2 mile bridge over Trinity River is filled with gardens, water features, a bocce court, and even human-sized chess boards. It also boasts the best sweeping views of downtown Dallas. Then, shop and dine at one of the 15 shops and restaurants in Trinity Groves, including the famous Cake Shop and Amberjack Fish Market Grill. CODE: 13574
SCROOGE: THE MUSICAL* MONDAY, NOV. 22 • $20 DEPART 4:30 P.M. • RETURN 10:30 P.M. Visit the Ar san Theater to watch the holiday classic Scrooge: The Musical. This meless musical follows the plot of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, in which the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a profound experience of redemp on over the course of a Christmas Eve night a er being visited by several ghosts. Please bring money for dinner at Café Sicilia (entrees $8 - $17). CODE: 13575 CHRISTMAS IN CORSICANA*** MONDAY, NOV. 29 • FREE DEPART 8:30 A.M. • RETURN 4 P.M. Get in the spirit of the holidays with a trip to Corsicana! Visit Main Street for shopping, dining, and a great view of the threestory-tall Christmas tree. Make sure to stop by the Collin Street Bakery for their world-famous holiday fruit cakes. CODE: 13576
DECEMBER 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, Nov. 15 Non-Residents: Wednesday, Nov. 17 DECEMBER LUNCH & LEARNS Join SIM during the lunch hour for educaonal seminars and a free lunch. All seminars begin at noon. Must register for lunch. • WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1: “Essen al 411 Binder: Documents People Need to Keep at Home” presented by Edwena Po er DFW Real Estate. CODE: 13668 • WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8: “Four Pillars of the New Re rement” presented by Holly Eaton, Edward Jones. CODE: 13669 • WEDNESDAY, DEC. 15: Presented by the Riser Group. CODE: 13670 SIM HOLIDAY PARTY THURSDAY, DEC. 2 • 11 A.M. • $4 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY NOV. 30 Start the holiday season with Seniors In Mo on! Enjoy country Christmas music performed by Dolly Parton (as portrayed by Rhonda Medina). Then, enjoy a lunch of sausage and cheese calzones, salad, chips, and a special dessert. Sponsored by Watermere of Flower Mound. CODE: 13593 HOLIDAY TRADITIONS POTLUCK THURSDAY, DEC. 2 • 5 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 1 Everyone celebrates the holiday season differently. Let’s celebrate those differences together this year. Bring a tradi onal dish that represents your culture and how you celebrate the holidays! CODE: 13577
DREIDEL GAMES *NEW* FRIDAY, DEC. 3 • 11 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP BY DEC. 2 Grab some gelt (chocolate coins) and ante up playing dreidel with SIM friends. Dreidel is a tradi onal Jewish game played with a four-sided spinning top known in Yiddish as a dreidel. A special guest will lead the group in the games and provide the gelt. CODE: 13578 DECORATE THE SIM BUS FRIDAY, DEC. 3 • 1 P.M. FREE • NO RSVP REQUIRED Decorate the SIM Bus with lights to prepare for the annual Flower Mound Christmas Tree Ligh ng and Parade on Saturday, December 4. VOLUNTEER HOLIDAY PARTY MONDAY, DEC. 6 • 2 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C • RSVP BY DEC. 3 Calling all volunteers! Meet, mingle, and jingle with some holiday cheer. Let the SIM staff celebrate you at this party with special treats and gi s. CODE: 13579 BENEFITS COUNSELING TUESDAY, DEC. 7 • 10 A.M. • FREE CONFERENCE ROOM • RSVP BY DEC. 3 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: 13207 MOVIE & PIZZA: HOLIDAY IN THE WILD TUESDAY, DEC. 7 • 5 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 6 SIM will screen the movie, Holiday in the Wild [TV PG]. A er her husband ends their marriage, a woman embarks on a solo second honeymoon in Africa. There, she meets a pilot and rescues a baby elephant. While nursing the elephant back to health, she discovers how much she loves her new surroundings. Sponsored by Vedusha Founda on. CODE: 13580 NAUGHTY OR NICE GAME SHOW *NEW* WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 7 Were you naughty or nice this year? Two teams will compete in holiday minute-towin-it style games. The winners receive a $10 gi card while the losers will be put on the naughty list. Sign up to join a team or watch the fun! Sponsored by Seniors Helping Seniors. CODE: 13581 DINNER BUNCH WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8 • 5 P.M. VERF’S GRILL & TAVERN Meet up with the Dinner Bunch for good food and fellowship. This month, meet them at Verf’s Grill & Tavern located at 2221 Jus n Road in Flower Mound.
ORNAMENT HUNT *NEW* MONDAY, DEC. 13 • 8 A.M. • FREE NO RSVP REQUIRED Seniors In Mo on elves have hidden special ornaments all around the Senior Center with special treats and prizes. Some ornaments will even contain gi cards. Search the center to find a special treat! Sponsored by RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living. NEW MEMBER LUNCH MONDAY, DEC. 13 • NOON • FREE ARMADILLO • RSVP BY DEC. 10 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 Tena Burrell, Financial & Estate Planning Services. CODE: 13582 CHRISTMAS SUPER BINGO! TUESDAY, DEC. 14 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • NO RSVP REQUIRED It is the biggest bingo game of the year! Join SIM friends for a holiday bingo with big prizes donated by SIM members. Plus, play the final round for a chance to win one of five $10 gi cards! Sponsored by Buckets and Bows. CODE: 13560 PARTNER DANCING TUESDAY, DEC. 14 • 4 P.M. • FREE MOCKINGBIRD • RSVP BY DEC. 13 Grab your partner and join SIM friends for partner dancing on the second Tuesday of each month. Andy Guarino will play a variety of partner-dancing songs. CODE: 13560 CHRISTMAS JAZZ NIGHT *NEW* TUESDAY, DEC. 14 • 6 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM • RSVP BY DEC. 13 Enjoy an evening of smooth holiday jazz music by the talented Carolyn Lee Jones and her live trio. Sponsored by Seniors Helping Seniors. CODE: 13583 DONUTS & DOCUMENTARIES WEDNESDAY, DEC. 15 • 9:30 A.M. FREE • BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 14 Join SIM friends to watch the documentary Becoming Santa [Not Rated]. The story of one man entering the culture and character of Santa Claus for a single season. Follow Jack as he bleaches his hair, goes to Santa School, and tries to do everything that Santa is asked to do. CODE: 13584 SECRET SANTA PARTY WEDNESDAY, DEC. 15 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM B • RSVP BY DEC. 10 Spread some holiday cheer to other SIM members! Sign up for this ac vity and fill out an info sheet at the Courtesy Desk. Then, each person will be assigned a secret Santa recipient. On the day of the party, bring a wrapped gi for your recipient and receive a gi from your Secret Santa. Price range for gi s will be between ($5-$10). CODE: 13585
DECEMBER SPECIAL EVENTS CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE THURSDAY, DEC. 16 • 5:30 P.M. • $10 BLUEBONNET • RSVP BY DEC. 14 It’s the most wonderful me of the year! Celebrate the holidays with SIM friends and loved ones at our annual Christmas party. Enjoy a delicious Italian dinner and dessert (vegetarian op on available). Then, the UpSwing Orchestra will play holiday classics and dancing favorites. Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. CODE: 13556 MOVIE & A MEAL: DOLLY PARTON’S CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE FRIDAY, DEC. 17 • 10 A.M. • $2 BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 15 Join SIM friends to watch the movie, Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square [TV-PG]. In this upli ing holiday musical, a woman who plans to sell a small town without regard for the people who live there receives a visit from an angel. Sponsored by RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living. CODE: 13586 CANINE CHRISTMAS FRIDAY, DEC. 17 • 1 P.M. • FREE PATIO • RSVP BY DEC. 15 Wear your favorite Christmas sweater and bring your furry friends dressed with their own holiday ou it! There will be holiday tunes with snacks for you and your pup. CODE: 13588
HAMILTON* WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1 • $84 DEPART 5:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. Travel to the Fair Park Music Hall to watch Hamilton. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, this musical has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolu onary moment in theatre. Tickets are in the lower-level, Rear Orchestra F sec on. CODE: 13595 FLOWER MOUND CHRISTMAS PARADE & TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY** SATURDAY, DEC. 4 • FREE DEPART 5:30 P.M. • RETURN 8:30 P.M. Join the Town in celebra ng its annual Christmas Parade! Ride the SIM bus in the night- me parade with lighted floats parading down Spinks Road to Gerault Park. The tree ligh ng ceremony will include choir performances, carriage rides, and much more! CODE: 13596 PRAIRIE LIGHTS* MONDAY, DEC. 6 • FREE DEPART 4:30 P.M. • RETURN 9 P.M. Join SIM members for a trip to Prairie Lights! Visit Grand Prairie to experience more than four million lights, indoor laser show, and a walk-through lighted forest. Please bring money for dinner at Babe’s Chicken House (entrees $15). CODE: 13597
CHRISTMAS COOKIE EXCHANGE MONDAY, DEC. 20 • 11 A.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 17 A SIM holiday tradi on! Bring three dozen of your favorite holiday cookies, copies of your cookie recipe, and a cookie n to swap cookies and recipes with SIM friends. CODE: 13589
KWANZA GAMES *NEW* WEDNESDAY, DEC. 29 • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 28 Kwanza is an annual celebra on of AfricanAmerican culture held from December 26 - January 1. Learn more about Kwanza and play some fun board games played at many Kwanza celebra ons! CODE: 13592
SILVER SANTA GIFT WRAP PARTY *NEW* MONDAY, DEC, 20 • 2 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 17 Make gi -wrapping fun by bringing your gi s and gi -wrap to the Senior Center and wrapping them with SIM friends. Plus, help SIM staff wrap the gi s for the Silver Santa recipients at Flower Mound Assisted Living. Enjoy holiday treats and music as well as a bow-making instrucon. CODE: 13590
NEW YEAR’S GAME NIGHT THURSDAY, DEC. 30 • 5 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM • RSVP BY DEC. 29 Get ready for the New Year with fun and games with SIM friends. Enjoy light refreshments while playing fun, social games like Pic onary, Charades, and Scattergories. CODE: 13667
TED TALKS TUESDAY, DEC. 21 • 5:30 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM A • RSVP BY DEC. 20 Watch and discuss the Ted Talk, “What to Trust in a Post-Truth World?” Researcher Alex Edmans explores how confirma on bias can lead you astray on social media, in poli cs and beyond, and offers three prac cal tools for finding evidence you can actually trust. CODE: 13591
NOON YEAR’S EVE FRIDAY, DEC. 31 • 11 A.M. • $5 BALLROOM • RSVP BY DEC. 29 Ring in the New Year (a li le early) at the annual Noon Year’s Eve Party! Enjoy a performance by Doc Gibbs. At noon, watch the SIM ball drop as everyone counts down to noon. Then, enjoy a pizza-party lunch with salad and dessert (vegetarian op ons available). CODE: 13594
DECEMBER DAY TRIPS DALLAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: CHRISTMAS POPS!* THURSDAY, DEC. 9 • $45 DEPART 5:45 P.M. • RETURN 11 P.M. The beloved tradi on con nues with the Dallas Symphony Chorus performing transcendent anthems, classical holiday favorites and sing-along carols. Our favorite Holiday vocalists, Ava Pine and Reginald Smith, Jr., join the DSO and the Dallas Symphony Chorus to bring a bit of Christmas magic to the Meyerson. CODE: 13600 HOLIDAY TEA AT THE ARBORETUM** FRIDAY, DEC 10 • $49 DEPART 9 A.M. • RETURN 3 P.M. Enjoy an elegant lunch and tea at the historic DeGolyer House in the Dallas Arboretum. Walk through the 12 Days of Christmas outdoor centerpiece exhibit featuring an elaborate collec on of 25-foot Victorian gazebos filled with the characters made famous by the beloved Christmas carol. Ticket price includes lunch and tea. CODE: 13598
NORTHPARK CENTER*** WEDNESDAY, DEC. 15 • FREE DEPART 9 A.M. • RETURN 2 P.M. Visit NorthPark Center in Dallas for some holiday fun and shopping. Shop and dine at over 235 unique retailers including Eataly and Neiman Marcus. Do not miss the Trains at North Park exhibit. This holiday tradi on has become a favorite for generaons and includes 1600 feet of track rolling from coast to coast on a whimsical rail journey across America ($5 for those age 65 and older). CODE: 13599 ROMEO LUNCH* MONDAY, DEC. 20 • 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 Fat Cow BBQ in Lewisville for perfectly smoky beef, tender pulled pork, and ribs to die for. Come join this men’s lunch getaway for good food and fellowship. (entrees $10 – $17). CODE: 13601
KNOW YOUR LIMITS WALKING KEY: *LITTLE WALKING **SOME WALKING ***EXTENSIVE WALKING
SIM FIT CHAIR VOLLEYBALL *NEW* 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. 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. No classes Nov. 16 - 21 and Dec. 19 - 26. Beginner - CODE: 13616 & 13617 Wuji Qigong - CODE: 13614 & 13615 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.
CREATIVE ART & EDUCATIONAL CLASSES 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: 13634 & 13666
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. • NOV. 10: “Australian Sundown with Kangaroo” CODE: 13618 • DEC. 8: “Cabin in Snowy Woods” CODE: 13619 FLORAL DESIGN WORKSHOP NOV. 16 • 3 P.M. • $75 ARMADILLO • RSVP BY NOV. 10 Create a beau ful and easy classic American floral center piece for your Thanksgiving dinner table. This workshop includes detailed instruc on, container, various supplies and tools, as well as the beau ful flowers and greenery needed. CODE: 13620 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. CODES: November: 13621 - 13625 December: 13626 - 13629 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: 13630 & 13631 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: 13632 & 13633
DCMG GARDENING CLASSES 1ST FRIDAY • 9 A.M. • ARMADILLO FREE 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. SIM POET’S SOCIETY MONDAY, NOV. 15 & DEC. 13 • 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. • NOV. 15: Carl Rakosi CODE: 13635 • DEC. 13: Louis Zukofsky CODE: 13636 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: 13637 & 13638 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. CRAFT KITS FRIDAYS, NOV. 12 & DEC. 10 • 1 P.M. BLUEBONNET • FREE 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! • NOV. 12: Rus c-chalkboard napkin rings. CODE: 13640 • DEC. 10: Holiday wreaths CODE: 13641
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. ELSIE’S SEWING CLASS TUESDAY, NOV. 16 • 5 P.M. • $10 BLUEBONNET • RSVP BY NOV. 9 Join SIM member Elsie Grundtvig in this class to learn simple sewing techniques and make a Christmas trivet! The cost includes all supplies. CODE: 13642
CRICUT CRAFTS *NEW TIME* 1ST MONDAYS • 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! • NOV. 1: Permanent vinyl on mugs. CODE: 13643 • DEC. 6: Iron-on vinyl Christmas shirts. (Please bring your own 100% co on tshirt). CODE: 13644
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 THURSDAY, NOV. 11 & DEC. 2 • $12 6 P.M. • BLUEBONNET •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. • NOV. 11: Pick-One - Block Christmas Tree or Burlap Wreath CODE: 13645 • DEC. 2: Wood Lantern Centerpiece. CODE: 13646
HEALTH & WELLNESS
CREATING MINDFUL RELATIONSHIPS MONDAYS, NOV. 8 & 15, DEC 6, 13, & 20 10 A.M. • ARMADILLO • RSVP BY NOV. 5 Recent research shows us how important good rela onships are to our happiness and well-being. Join licensed instructor, Dr. Julie Ballinger, to learn a variety of mindfulness-based strategies you can use to connect be er with the important people in your life. CODE: 13647
MEDICARE EDUCATION CLASS TUESDAY, NOV. 23 & DEC. 21 • 6 P.M. ARMADILLO • FREE! Benefit advisor, Tina Mallam, specializing in Medicare, will help members be er understand their op ons as they become eligible for Medicare. She will cover topics including enrollment, special enrollment periods, health plan coverage choices, prescrip on drug plans, help with premiums, and more! CODE: 13649 & 13650
MASSAGE THERAPY THURSDAYS • 1 3 P.M. CONFERENCE ROOM • FREE 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. CODE: November: 13651 - 13653 December: 13654 - 13657 MEDICARE SEMINAR THURSDAY, NOV. 11 • 1:30 P.M. • FREE BLUEBONNET It is open enrollment season! A representa ve from Blue Cross Blue Shield will provide important informa on about Medicare. Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. CODE: 13658
COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY ONLINE HOLIDAY SHOPPING WEDNESDAY, NOV. 3 • 1 P.M. COMPUTER ROOM • FREE Skip the Black Friday madness and get the best holiday shopping deals delivered straight to your home! Online holiday shopping is easy, fun, and can save a lot of money. Learn the ps and tricks at this class! CODE: 13659 VRBO WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1 • 10 A.M. COMPUTER ROOM • FREE With over two-million bookable vaca on rentals, Vrbo connects homeowners with families and vaca oners looking for something more than a hotel for their trip. Learn how to find rental property types such as condos, cabins, lake rentals, beach houses, and more for your next trip. CODE: 13660
ONLINE TAXES: FILE YOUR TAXES ON LINE FOR FREE! WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8 • 10 A.M. • FREE COMPUTER ROOM Avoid long lines and waitlists by learning how to use TurboTax and H&R Block tax service to file your taxes electronically. Safe, secure, and fast! CODE: 13661 TECH THURSDAYS THURSDAYS • 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 learn ps and tricks for successful gardens. The Gardening Club also plants and maintains the SIM Garden.
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.
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!
TRAVEL WITHOUT TRAVELING BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, NOV. 17 • 9:30 A.M. • FREE ARMADILLO Travel the world through reading exci ng novels in this unique book club. In November, read and discuss the book The Midnight Library by Ma Haig. No mee ngs in December.
GENEALOGY MONDAY, NOV. 22 • 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. No mee ngs in December.
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!
GET INTO THE GAME! 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! THURSDAY, NOV. 4 & 18 DEC. 2 & 16 • 5 P.M. • $2 ARMADILLO • RSVP REQUIRED Join this fun group for an exci ng game of Bunco! 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 Seniors Helping Seniors. CODE: 13662 - 13665
LEARN TO PLAY TEXAS HOLD’EM *NEW* FRIDAYS, NOV. 5 & DEC. 3 • 10 A.M. BALLROOM C • FREE LEARN TO PLAY PINOCHLE *NEW* TUESDAYS, NOV. 2 & DEC. 7 1 P.M. • FREE • BALLROOM C LEARN TO PLAY MAHJONG THURSDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C PAYOUT POKER TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, & FRIDAYS • 12:50 P.M. • $2 BALLROOM C Test your Texas Hold ’Em skills at these mini tournaments. Winners will split the money collected. Prizes will not exceed $10.
TREASURE BINGO 2ND & 4TH TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. ARMADILLO • FREE PAYOUT PINOCHLE Winners will choose from prizes 1ST WEDNESDAY • 1 P.M. • $2 donated by SIM members. Spon- BALLROOM B sored by Speed Cleaning & Bal- Test your Pinochle skills at these anced Life Counseling. mini tournaments. Winners will split the money collected. Prizes will not LEARN TO PLAY PARTY BRIDGE exceed $10. TUESDAYS • 1 P.M. • FREE BALLROOM C
Many Thanks to Our Sponsors! Balanced Life Counseling Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas BrightStar Care Buckets & Bows Edwena Po er, DFW Real Estate Team Holly Eaton, Edward Jones Lori Williams Senior Services McGee Law Firm Precise Personalized Care Hospice RiverWalk Flats Ac ve Adult Living Sandy Lake Rehab Care Center Seniors Helping Seniors Speed Cleaning Tena Burrell, Financial & Estate Planning Vedusha Founda on Watermere of Flower Mound Zachary Bonner, Edward Jones