Active Adults

55 & BETTER

TRANSPORTATION

The REC of Grapevine provides transportation for Grapevine residents 55 & Better to and from The REC of Grapevine, Monday through Friday. We also provide opportunities for grocery shopping and various other activities. Daily transportation reservations are required by 2:00 pm the preceding day.

SENIOR MOVERS

This volunteer-based program assists with the routine medical and dental transportation needs of the local senior population. Riders must be pre-registered, give 48-hour notice of need, and require very minimal assistance. Volunteers are needed for this vital service. For information about this program, please call 817.410.3465.

FOGSAC

Friends of Grapevine Senior Activity Center—Tax-deductible donations for this 501(c)3 organization are used to improve technology, supplement recurring programs, and further educational opportunities for Active Adults 55 & Better at The REC of Grapevine. For more information, please call 817.410.3465.

NETS

The Northeast Transportation Service (NETS) is a door-to-door, demandresponsive, para-transit service operated by Catholic Charities. It is available to adults 65 years of age or older and the disabled. NETS may be used for medical appointments, socialization, employment, essential shopping, and education purposes. Call NETS at 817.336.8714.

VOLUNTEER WITH ACTIVE ADULTS

There are many opportunities available to teach classes, provide transportation to medical appointments, help with lunch service, lead activities, and much more. For more information on opportunities, visit GoGrapevine.com/Volunteer.

GSCAB

Grapevine Senior Citizens Advisory Board—This city council-appointed board meets once a quarter to address senior issues in our community. This is an open meeting, so everyone is welcome to attend and share ideas. Changes or cancellations will be posted on GrapevineTexas.gov.

FIELD TRIPS

Each month there are opportunities for seniors to go on various field trips in the Metroplex. Seniors experience going to museums, sight-seeing, restaurants, and many opportunities to explore the community. A list of field trips o ered each month can be found in The Grape A air Newsletter, or by visiting GoGrapevine. com/ActiveAdults.

NEWSLETTER: THE GRAPE AFFAIR

Grapevine residents aged 55 & Better who would like to receive the newsletter by mail, please call 817.410.3465. To sign-up and receive The Grape A air via email, visit GoGrapevine.com/GrapeA air.

55+ FINE ARTS

BRIDGE

This friendly group invites everyone to join the fun. Brush up on your skills while learning techniques and strategies. Days: Tuesdays and Fridays Location: Stage Classroom Time: Tuesday: 10:00 – 11:45 am,

Friday: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Hanz Choury

CHORUS

If you love to sing, no matter if you are in key or not, this group is for you! Learn new songs, make new friends, and engage in community outreach by performing programs o -site. Day: Thursdays beginning in September through May Location: Stage Classroom Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am Fee: FREE

CRAFTY CARDS

Create custom cards for your loved ones! There will be cards to use as inspiration or you may design your own. Each class will have three to five themed cards for you to unleash your inner Hallmark! Monthly themes are listed online. Examples are on display at The REC of Grapevine Active Adults desk. Dates: Second Thursday of each month Location: The REC Classroom Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: $5 Instructor: Sue Garcia

EUCHRE

Euchre is a trick-taking game with a trump, played by four players in teams of two, with 24 cards, 9 through Ace. Five cards were never so fun. Warning: Can be addicting. New to the game? We’ll teach you! Day: Wednesdays Location: Stage Classroom Time: 1:30 – 2:30 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Patricia Ro e

JEWELRY MAKING

Join a merry band of beaders to make earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more! Learn new techniques and explore a variety of methods and materials to make beautiful jewelry you’ll be proud to wear and give as gifts. Beginners and those more experienced are welcome. Day: Thursdays Location: Arts & Crafts Room Time: 10:00 – 11:40 am Fee: FREE Instructor: Jenny Kittrix

CLUB K&C

Join our group of knitters and crocheters. All skill levels are welcome! Beginners can learn a new skill and intermediate/ advanced levels can share or add to their knowledge. Day: Wednesdays Time: 12:30 - 1:50 pm Location: Arts & Craft Room Fee: FREE Instructor: Marcia Zorn

LIFELONG LEARNERS

Join our adventures at the Grapevine Public Library. We’ll meet for our journey at 10:00 am in the Active Adults Lounge, then amble over as a group to take a look beyond the books! Each group meeting will have di erent topics and activities. Check out the Grape A air newsletter or visit GoGrapevine.com/ActiveAdults for a list of class topics. Day: First Thursday of the month Location: Grapevine Public Library Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: FREE

MAH JONGG

Mah Jongg is a game of both skill and luck that originated in China many centuries ago and was brought to the West in the 1920s. In this group, you will not only practice your Mah Jongg skills but you will also make friends! Day: Mondays Location: Stage Classroom Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Cynthia Klein

OIL PAINTING

This class is designed for the novice as well as the advanced artist. Work on independent projects and receive guidance from a qualified teacher. Day: Tuesdays Location: Arts & Crafts Room Time: 10:00 – 11:40 am Fee: FREE Instructor: Jane Siebenthall

VINE QUILTERS

All levels are welcome to come and learn a variety of techniques in this casual class; full of laughs and friendships! No need to bring supplies as most of what you need will be provided. Day: Wednesdays Location: Arts & Crafts Room Time: 10:00 – 11:40 am Fee: FREE Instructor: Susan White

Scan the code with your tablet or phone for more information or visit GoGrapevine.com/ ActiveAdults or call 817.410.3465.

55+ EDUCATION

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE

You never forget how to drive, but it never hurts to refresh your driving skills and knowledge especially when it can save your life and help you avoid accidents. This program has been proven to save lives and many insurance companies give a multiyear discount for attendance. This new and improved course is geared specifically for individuals age 50 and above. Payment for the class is paid to the instructor the day of class. Date: Wednesday, September 21 Location: The REC Classroom Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Fee: $20 for AAPR Members / $25 for Non-AARP members (payable to the instructor) Instructor: Henry Hernandez

MIND, BRAIN, AND BODY:

PREPARING FOR THE INEVITABLE

This class is made up of two sessions that discuss details to help your loved ones prepare for when you are no longer around. It answers questions about wills and trusts and who has access to documents, along with a checklist and timeline for the first few days, weeks, and months after. It highlights a system for keeping legal documents as well as recommendations for organizing passwords, accounts, and contact lists. Additionally, it provides suggestions for how to downsize while leaving a legacy for those you love. Date: Thursday, September 15 Location: The REC Classroom Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Vicki Hinesley

ARTHRITIS AND JOINT PAIN

What are the types of arthritis? What are the causes and what are current options for relief in the shoulders, hips, knees, hands, and the back? A look at possible therapies of the future that could revolutionize the treatment of arthritis will be shared. Date: Thursday, October 13 Location: The REC Classroom Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Vicki Hinesley

DENTAL HEALTH, HEARING LOSS, & CHANGES IN EYESIGHT

Too often we take our eyesight, hearing, and dental health for granted. Over time they may change, and we don’t realize the e ects they have on our lives until they are severe. The class will focus on recognizing a decline as we age and what we can do to preserve them. Date: Thursday, October 20 Location: Classroom Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Vicki Hinesley

COMPUTER CLASSES

Take your pick from our list of classes, including material covering Windows 10 features, how to use iPhone or Android, Google, genealogy, social media, and more. Classes are taught at di erent levels, from beginner to advanced. Beginning August 2022, you can get updated information regarding class descriptions, schedules, and registration by visiting GoGrapevine.com/ActiveAdults or by stopping by the Active Adult front desk.

55+ SPECIAL INTEREST

ACORN PARK PICK-UP

Join our gang of do-gooders as we keep Grapevine beautiful at Acorn Woods Park! We do trash pick-up every second Saturday of each month. We provide basic plastic gloves, bags, and picker-uppers. Bring your own gloves if you like, and any buckets you may wish to use. You are welcome to bring friends and family to join our e orts to Keep Grapevine Beautiful! Time varies by season so please view our Grape A air newsletter. Day: Second Saturday of the month Time: varies by season Fees: FREE

55+ GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

LINE DANCING

You never need a partner for this great, physical, low-impact activity! Learn basic line dancing steps while meeting new friends and relieving stress. Day: Fridays Location: Exercise A Time: 1:00 – 1:50 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Ann Goodman

55 FIT Virtual Join us virtually to keep in shape from wherever you are! We do a bit of everything—together! The class recording will be accessible 24 hours after the class time by visiting GoGrapevine. com/ GoVirtual. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Location: Virtual Time: 9:30 – 10:00 am Fee: FREE Instructor: Patrece Coblentz

MONDAY

8:00 am: Water Aerobics 8:00 – 11:00 am: Walking Track 8:00 – 11:00 am: Fitness Room 8:00 – 11:00 am: Aquatic Center 9:30 am: 55 FIT VIRTUAL 10:20 am: 55 Fit 11:10 am: Beyond Fit 1:00 pm: Mah Jongg 1:00 pm: 55 Fit

TUESDAY

8:00 am: Water Aerobics 8:00 – 11:00 am: Walking Track 8:00 – 11:00 am: Fitness Room 8:00 – 11:00 am: Aquatic Center 10:00 am: Oil Painting 10:00 am: Bridge 11:00 am: Seniors with Pizazz 1:00 pm: Yoga Lite

WEDNESDAY

8:00 am: Water Aerobics 8:00 – 11:00 am: Walking Track 8:00 – 11:00 am: Fitness Room 8:00 – 11:00 am: Aquatic Center 9:30 am: 55 FIT VIRTUAL 10:00 am: Vine Quilters 10:00 am: Chair Exercises 10:20 am: 55 Fit 11:00 am: Beginner T’ai Chi 11:10 am: Beyond Fit 12:30 pm: Club K&C 1:00 pm: 55 Fit

THURSDAY

8:00 am: Water Aerobics 8:00 – 11:00am: Walking Track 8:00 – 11:00am: Fitness Room 8:00 – 11:00am: Aquatic Center 10:00 am: Chair Exercises 10:00 am: Chorus 10:00 am: Jewelry Making 11:00 am: Tap into Fitness and Fun 11:00 am: Seniors with Pizzaz 1:00 pm: Hatha Yoga

FRIDAY

8:00 – 11:00am: Walking Track 8:00 – 11:00am: Fitness Room 8:00 – 11:00am: Aquatic Center 10:20 am: 55 Fit Circuit 11:00 am: Beginner Tai Chi 1:00 pm: Line Dancing 1:00 pm: Bridge

55 FIT

Join our in-person 55 Fit class, which includes a warm-up, cardio, strength, and stretch. Improve endurance, coordination, balance, and flexibility. Bring a water bottle to class. Days: Mondays OR Wednesdays Location: Exercise A Time: 10:20 – 11:00 am OR 1:00 – 1:40 pm Fee: $5 / month for 1 day / week or $10 / month for 2 days / week Instructor: Patrece Coblentz

55 FIT CIRCUITS

A fun, social class that hits a little bit of everything via circuits: warm-up, cardio, strength, and stretch. Improve endurance, coordination, neuroplasticity, balance, and flexibility. Bring a water bottle to class. Day: Fridays Location: Exercise A Time: 10:20 – 11:00 am Fee: $5 / month Instructor: Patrece Coblentz

BEYOND FIT

For the Active Adult who wants that extra push! The drive to go “Beyond” 55 Fit is met here with intensity and function. Challenge yourself to go farther, to work harder, to keep moving! Go Beyond where you are! Day: Mondays OR Wednesdays Location: Exercise A Time: 11:05 – 11:55 am Fee: $25 / month Instructor: Patrece Coblentz

Days: Mondays AND Wednesdays Location: Exercise A Time: 11:05 – 11:55 am Fee: $40 / month Instructor: Patrece Coblentz

CHAIR EXERCISE

Need a gentle place to start or to work on rehab? Chair exercise is our recommended beginner’s class focusing on proper forms and modifications, good posture, stability, and body awareness. Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays Location: Stewart Hall Time: 10:00 – 10:30 am Fee: FREE Instructor: Debbie Nicks

TAP INTO FITNESS AND FUN

Learn the basic steps to tap dance. Whether you have never tapped before or may have some previous experience, this class is for you! Tap dancing is not only fun—studies have shown that the rhythmic aspects of tap dancing are also good for the brain! What’s more, it’s a great way to improve flexibility, stability, and hand-eye coordination. Tap shoes are required. Day: Thursdays Location: Dance Room Time: 11:00 – 11:50 am Fee: $25 / month Instructor: Patti Bertwell

SENIORS WITH PIZAZZ

Would you like to have more Pizazz? In this class, we will move your body, groove your rhythm (with fun music), and improve your mind. Options are provided for standing and/or sitting. Equipment such as weights, bands, and balls are used as we focus on functional movements. You will have fun and feel gooood! Come and try your first class for free. Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Location: Exercise A

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Time: 11:00 – 11:40 am Fee: $10 / month for 1 day /week or $20 / month for 2 days / week Instructor: Renee DiDonato Errett, AFAA,

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SILVER FITNESS

This Functional Fitness program involves training the body for activities we perform daily, such as turning, bending, reaching, squatting, and pushing. We will be performing exercises at all levels using our body weight or dumbbells/elastic bands. This class will help to strengthen your body and flexibility and improve body posture. Day: Wednesdays Location: Dance Room Time: 6:15 – 6:50 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Annie Goodaire

WATER AEROBICS

Build strength and improve flexibility with light resistance in the pool! From beginner to advanced, this class will incorporate a variety of styles of water exercises. Water aerobics is low-impact and a great way to start your day! Class takes place in the lap lanes with a water depth of 4 ft. Days: Mondays – Thursdays Location: Aquatic Center Time: 8:00 – 8:50 am Fee: FREE Instructor: O the Deep End Aquatics

YOGA LITE Virtual / IN-PERSON

Yoga Lite incorporates standing and sitting poses to improve flexibility, range of motion, and balance. Relaxation techniques and focused breathing help to calm and seek inner joyfulness. This class will be o ered both in-person and virtually. The recorded class will be emailed to registered participants. Day: Tuesdays Location: Exercise A Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Lauren Sparks

HATHA YOGA

Formerly Yoga Lite Advanced, this mat yoga class is o ered in-person and virtually from the comfort of your home. We incorporate flexibility, range of motion, strength, and balance postures, as well as relaxation techniques. Modifications and progressions are provided to customize your practice. Day: Thursdays Location: Exercise A Time: 1:00 – 1:50 pm Fee: $10 Instructor: Lauren Sparks

BEGINNER TAI CHI

No-impact exercise combines gentle, fluid movements and thoughtful concentration to create the total mind, body, and spirit workout. Progressive classes begin every four months. Days: Wednesdays and Fridays Location: Dance Room Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: FREE Instructor: Lydia Covey

ZUMBA GOLD WITH SAMANTHA

The Zumba Gold program is for anyone beginning or just getting back into a fitness lifestyle, as well as for active adults. This modified Zumba class recreates original moves at a lower intensity and introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Other benefits include cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility, and balance. Come ready to sweat, and leave feeling empowered and invigorated! You will need water and a sweat towel. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Location: Exercise B Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am Fee: $25/month Instructor: Samantha Olson

Scan the code with your tablet or phone for more information or visit GoGrapevine. com/ActiveAdults or call 817.410.3465.