April senior newsletter 2018

Senior Lifestyles

April 2018

Volume LXII No. 48

Hip Hikers are on the move!

Hiking Groups Page 3

Appalachian Express Chorus 50th Anniversary Spectacular Page 5

Eating Smart & Moving More Series Page 7

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April 2018

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News

Cover Photo by Ron Zucker - Russ Rivers at Rattlesnake Lodge Trail

JCSC Foundation News The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation is busy working on a new fundraising event to help support the programs and functions of the Johnson City Senior Center. Be on the lookout for an event that has never occurred in this area before. We will be rolling out more details as the event nears and we will make sure you know how to get involved.

If you shop at Kroger and have not signed up for their rewards program, please do so to help the Johnson City Senior Center Foundation. It’s easy to sign up, just follow these instructions: • Go to www.Kroger.com – Click on the community link.

• Click on “Community Rewards.”

• Sign in if you are already registered, if not, create an account by completing the required information and enter the Kroger Plus Card number found on the back of your card.

• Then designate Johnson City Senior Center Foundation (organization number 82707) under the community rewards section.

That’s it! Now when you shop Kroger, 5% of your purchases for gas, groceries or pharmacy will be designated to Johnson City Senior Center Foundation. Thank You!

April 2018

Meet our new team member, Sarah Saunders!

Her primary roles will be to lead Walkers & Talkers, Hiking 101, and also Hip Hikers. You will also see her smiling face at the Friday night dances. She will also be involved in some of the sporting activities around the center. She brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with you while you explore our great area. We are happy to have her with us.

Here’s ....Sayruh! So nice to meet everyone! I am a Georgia girl from the tiny mill town of Juliette (home to and Whistle Stop Café’s infamous “secret sauce” and the fried green tomato). Because my father managed a state historic site and was required to live on site, I had the unique blessing of growing up in the Park Ranger’s world on an 1800’s working plantation. So there was obviously no other calling for me and I eventually landed my own gig as Assistant Manager at state park & historic site on the GA coast below Savannah. After a few years on the barrier islands, the mountains began to call. Montana was the next destination and I was fortunate enough to work for Parks & Rec in Whitefish, MT as an Aquatic Invasive Species Boat Inspector and Beach Ranger. Family has brought me back to the east side of the country and I have to admit… there’s nothing like being back in the South! Yay for four seasons again! I can’t wait to get out and hike this beautiful terrain with you all. I am a huge water bug, so I am super stoked to get the paddles out on the endless amount of water around here… maybe throw a line out here and there. I predict a pretty awesome season ahead and I can’t wait to meet all of you!

Please call 434-5723, 48 hours in advance to reserve a meal or if you need to cancel a meal that you have already signed up for. Sign up sheets are also available outside of the dining room.

April 2018

Hip Hikers / Walkers and Talkers

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Hip Hikers* Group’s Choice: AT- Sam’s Gap to Street Gap or Hogback Shelter Thursday, April 5, 7:30a • Cost: Free One trailhead, two trails… you decide the journey! Trek north through a dense deciduous forest passing two stellar vistas on a total 4.6 mile, point to point hike towards Street Gap? OR… we can head southbound & down on a total 5 mile, point to point hike accompanied by ancient oaks leading the way to the 4,500 ft. High Rock pano view and a snack break at shaded Hog Back Shelter. Trails rated Moderate, carpooling from MCPP; returning by 3:00p.

Charline Hughes heads up sewing events assisting volunteers in making the pet beds.

AT- Coon Den Falls Thursday, April 12, 7:30a • Cost: Free We are within the perfect window to catch the ultimate view of the falls before spring foliage fully creeps back and the temperatures begin to rise! As we follow Coon Den Branch on this 3.8 mile loop, climb about 400 ft. in 0.5 miles to enjoy the view from rock outcroppings and ultimately reach the fierce 50 footer fall showering the riparian floor; a perfect spot for rest & refueling before the hike back. Rated Moderate; return by 2:00p; carpooling.

Laurel Run Trail in Church Hill Thursday, April 26, 7:30a • Cost: Free A triple-threat treat! If the creeks are high & the group willing, we will have the option to explore up to 3 main waterfalls on this excursion! Hiking to Laurel Falls is a 4.3 mile total, point to point hike that we can extend by a 1-2 mile long adventure to Kiner Creek Falls or Logger Falls (difficult sections). During a snack break, enjoy the solitude and the serenity of the majestic cascades! Rated Moderate with sections wet & having Difficult Footing rating; return by 2:30p; carpooling.

Walkers and Talkers* Walkers & Talkers will be joining the Hiking 101 group for the hike on 4/24/18, for details please read description under Hiking 101.

Pictured above: Melissa Williams with The Humane Society of Washington County accepts 20 handcrafted pet beds delivered by Johnson City Senior Services employees Chyrl McLaughlin and John Harrell. Washington County and Johnson City Animal Shelter Operations Director Tammy Davis welcomes 45 handcrafted pet beds from Johnson City Senior Services employees Chyrl McLaughlin and John Harrell.

Johnson City Senior Services recently delivered a total of 65 handcrafted pet beds to the Washington County and Johnson City Animal Shelter and Humane Society of Washington County.

“We had donations of fabric and polyfill, and we just thought we would give back to the community,” said Chyrl McLaughlin, a Senior Services program coordinator. “People called us and asked if we could take these donations. The beds for cats and dogs began as just material and fill. We had about 10 volunteers, and the ones who couldn’t sew stuffed. I think the community really came together and showed they cared.”

Tammy Davis, the animal shelter’s director of operations, said she was contacted and told community members had become aware of the need for new and used bedding.

The shelter received 45 brightly colored beds.

“They will be placed in the dog kennels with dogs that will be adopted,” Davis said.

“We appreciate them very much. If we have a need for anything, the community always steps up and helps.”

McLaughlin and Senior Services recreation worker John Harrell also delivered 20 beds to Melissa Williams with the Humane Society.

“We get animals quite often on the spur of a moment, and we need things like this to help send to our fosters (adopters),” Williams said. “We get calls from people who have animals they can’t take care of. Our volunteers also spend a lot of time on the Internet, and if possible, we’ll find fosters for pets being given away.”

Hiking 101* Buffalo Mountain Hike Guide: Connie Deegan, City Naturalist Tuesday, April 24, 9:15a • Cost: $1 Share the bird’s eye view as we trek up White Rock Trail to gain an aerial outlook that really put’s our mountainous landscape into topographical perspective! As we even out on elevation, Naturalist Connie Deegan will share her flora and fauna expertise while we explore this unique ecosystem slowly peeking out from winter’s veil. After rounding Huckleberry Knob and linking up with Lady Slipper Loop, we’ll break for a snack (provided by you) by the creek and then head back no later than 1:00p. Hike includes Walkers & Talkers; we will be taking the bus, sign up under ‘Buffalo Mountain’ at front desk. Deadline to register: 4/20/2018.

Bluebell Wildflower Hike Instructor: JC Nature Program Coordinator, Connie Deegan Monday, April 2, Leave MPCC at 10:15a return approx. 11:30a • Cost: Free Simply put, they are BEAUTIFUL! Winged Deer Park has the largest collection of naturalized Bluebell flowers in Northeast Tennessee and they only bloom for a very short window of time. We will take a slow paced stroll around the ‘back forty’ letting the Bluebells provide our centerpiece as we take advantage of many other things that the park has to offer. Easy hike, great for photos! Please pre-register. *Preparation is the key to success! Remember to use your Hiking Checklist to pack for each trip. If you do not have a checklist, please contact the front desk to receive one.

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Learning / Computers

Lifelong Learning Pick Through the Past-Assisting Research at the Gray Fossil Site Thursday, April 5 10:30a Instructor: April Season Nye Cost: Free Ms. Nye will be back to present a program that includes an introductory PowerPoint reviewing the history of the Gray Fossil Site and a hands on activity in which the participants will search for and identify fossils to benefit active research. All found fossils will be added to the East TN Museum of Natural History collections housed in Gray, TN. Don’t miss out on this fun and interactive class. Limited space is available. Please Pre-register.

Setting up a Trust Monday, April 9 10:30a Cost: Free Legal Aid of East Tennessee will be sending Attorney Brian Puster to the Senior Center to discuss how and why to set up a Trust. Please Pre-register.

Where do your Veggies come from?

Wednesday, April 11 10:30a Instructor: “The Joyful Gardener” Jeanne Cope Cost: Free Jeanne Cope “The Joyful Gardener” will be back at the Center to look at the origin of the vegetables we eat and what chemicals may be on them. You don’t want to miss out on a chance to hear Ms. Cope share her expertise. Please Pre-register.

Make Your Own Sugar Scrub Thursday, April 19 1:30p Instructor: Leah Jobe Cost: $15 per person, all materials provided.

Leah from Skillville in downtown Johnson City will be here to lead a hands on workshop on making your own Sugar Scrub out of all natural ingredients and essential oils. You take home what you make in the class. Register by April 17.

E.T.S.U. Eagle/Eagle Cam Discussion Monday, April 23 9:30a Instructor: Shannon Sutherland Cost: Free Mrs. Sutherland will come to the Community Center to lead a discussion and Q&A about Bald Eagles and especially our local Eagles. She has been involved with the ETSU eagle cameras since they started three seasons ago and is looking forward to the opportunity to share her passion about Bald Eagles at the Senior Center. So if you have been watching the eagles in our Gathering, come join us. Please Preregister.

Legal Aid-Estate Planning Clinic Monday, April 23 2:00p Cost: Free A FREE CLINIC to assist seniors and other individuals who need assistance to prepare the following documents: Simple Last Will and Testament, Power of Attorney and Advanced Healthcare Plan/Living Will. Get questions answered.

Please register, walk in basis for assistance.

Genealogy Club Third Wednesday of every month Wednesday, April 18 1-3p Cost: Free Everyone is welcome, whether you are a beginner or you have experience working on your family tree. This will be an informal meeting to talk about all things Genealogy.

Please Pre-register.

The Film Club Third Thursday of every month Thursday, April 19 1-4p Cost: Free Join Rusty Sheridan, Professor at E.T.S.U. in the Media and Communication department, as he leads a monthly club that views, thinks critically, and discusses a different film each month. So if you’re a film buff or interested in learning more about film, come join us. Everyone is welcome. Please Pre-register.

Johnson City German Club Thursdays, 9:30a-12p Cost: Free People of all ages and skill-levels are welcome. Attendance is not required. Our goal is to promote the lifelong learning of the 3 C’s (Conversation, Composition, Culture) associated with the German language. Everyone receives free meeting minutes & special reports in German with English translations and full-color pictures. These documents are available via E-mail, a BLOG, and a limited number of complimentary paper copies brought to each meeting.

Check us out on Mr. Pollock’s BLOG at http://herrpollock. livejournal.com and see for yourself.

Power of Attorney for Healthcare (Individual Consultation) Do you have questions about Power of Attorney when it comes to healthcare but don’t have funds for legal services?

Or do you know someone who has a need w/o funds? Make an appointment to meet one on one with Wesley Wilson. He is a licensed attorney since 1962 and actively engaged in Power of Attorney. Call 434-6229 to set up an appointment.

Simple and Short Wills (Individual Consultation) Mr. Wesley Wilson will prepare simple and very short wills for individuals with the need but without the funds. The appointments will be in order they are received, as time allows. He is a licensed attorney since 1962 and actively engaged in Power of Attorney. Call 434-6229 to set up an appointment.

April 2018

Computers Need help purchasing a computer, laptop, MacBook Pro, cell phone, iPad or a tablet?

Call 423-434-6229 We will get you in touch with someone who will assist you in choosing the right product for your needs.

Betty Hall – One-on-One Cost $15 – 1.5 hour class.

M-W-F – 12 pm & 2 pm Computers, Laptops, Mobile Phones, iPhone, Samsung and Smartphones. iPads, all Tablets. Macbook Pro,Chromebooks. Please bring device,prepay and register.

Amara Carberry – One-on-One Cost: $15 pre-register Tuesdays, April 3, 10, 17 and 24 Appointments are from 12:30-1:30p and 1:30-2:30p Computer and Mobile Device help. Please bring laptop or Device. Please Pre-register and pre-pay.

Open Computer Lab Members of the Center will be able to check out an Access card to the Computer Lab at the Senior Front Desk to gain entrance into the Lab from 8:00a-5:00p, Monday through Friday. Times/Availability subject to Change Microsoft PowerPoint Series Tuesdays, April 3, 10, 17, & 24 6:00p Instructor: Morgen Marshall Cost: $5 per class in the series The first class, students will learn how to make a presentation and embed a video. In the second class, they will present that PowerPoint to the class. In the third class, students will be shown how prepare an outside document and insert it into PowerPoint and how to insert a table or graph. For the fourth and final class, students will present their finished presentation to the class. The class is designed to grow in complexity each session, and the “learn by doing” method will be used.

Some computer knowledge is necessary. Participants will need to bring a Thumb (USB) drive. Please Pre-register.

Volunteers

Beginning Spanish Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Tuesdays, 2-2:50p Cost: Free New for 2018, a beginner Spanish class. Mr. Ceffalo was a language instructor at ETSU, Milligan and NE State. Please register.

Ready, Set, Serve Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living

Conversational Spanish Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Tuesdays, 3p Cost: Free If you have some knowledge of Spanish, would like to learn more, or refresh your speaking skills, join our new instructor. Mr. Ceffalo was a language instructor at ETSU, Milligan and NE State. Please register.

Monthly Volunteer Meeting, Monday, April 2, 10a in the Arts & Crafts Rooms • Light refreshments served • See what’s upcoming for the Volunteers • Guest Speaker: Shanna Looney from Walgreens Pharmacy • Come join us to make a mason jar lid springtime suncatcher

Outings

April 2018

FREE TAX ASSISTANCE

Volunteers working through AARP-VITA will prepare your Federal and Tennessee taxes for free at the Memorial Park Community Center. Tax preparation will be by appointment only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. each Wednesday and Friday until April 13. All volunteers are trained using IRS and AARP-VITA standards and must pass an IRS test. They can prepare all individual and joint tax returns, with a few exceptions for certain complicated returns. There are no age or income limitations for this free service.

For appointments, please call the Center staff at 434-6237.

You must bring proof of your Social Security number and the Social Security numbers of all dependents on the return, photo identification for all individuals, and all tax documents such as W-2s, 1099-Rs, SSA-1099s, 1099-Bs, brokers statements, 1099-INTs and 1099-DIVs, as well as your filed 2016 tax return. If you purchased health insurance through the Marketplace, you must also bring your form 1095-A, which you will receive from the federal government. Until you have received all needed forms, the volunteers will be unable to complete your returns. All returns are e-filed, meaning refunds are generally issued with 10 days.

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Outings The Poetry of Music at Milligan College Saturday, April 21 6:30p Cost: $1 The Milligan Orchestra, directed by Dr. Kellie Brown, will conclude its season with a spring concert that celebrates National Poetry Month, the largest literary celebration in the world. The orchestra will perform pieces inspired by works of poetry by James Agee, Samuel Coleridge, Octavio Paz, John Donne, William McGonagall, and Oscar Wilde. In collaboration with students and faculty from the college’s English department, each poem represented will be read, followed by the musical interpretation. Jane Hicks, renowned Appalachian poet, will be the special guest reading her poem “Poor Valley Pilgrims,” which celebrates the historic journey of the Carter family to the Bristol Sessions, forever changing the course of music in our country.

A composition based on this poem by award-winning composer Evelyn Pursley-Kopitzke, commissioned especially for this concert, will conclude the program Source: milligan.edu. Seats are limited, Please Pre-register.

Aeronautical Adventure Wednesday, April 25 leave MPCC at 9a, return approx..2p Cost: $25 for adults and $10 for TN. High school students plus $1 transportation fee Airplane flights by a veteran fighter pilot—Go above where eagles fly A great view of the earth and sky that most people never experience The flight will last approx..20 minutes and takes place in a Cessna 172 The pilot is a graduate of the Air Force Academy and flew 347 combat missions Please preregister by APRIL 22 ,2018 Appalachian Express Chorus 50th Anniversary Spectacular Saturday, April 28 5:45p Cost: $12 for ticket and transportation The Appalachian Express Chorus has been entertaining audiences with the sounds of four-part Barbershop harmony. The men who comprise the Appalachian Express come from all areas of the greater Tri-Cities, and their talents have allowed the Chorus to become one of the most respected

singing organizations in the region. Join them for their 50th anniversary concert, featuring comedy quartet Boardwalk and The Hills Are Alive women’s chorus.

Register by April 25. No Refunds.

Coming in May! Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise Wednesday, May 9 Leave MPCC at 9a, return approx. 4p Cost: $36 Enjoy a beautiful day outside with your friends and enjoy a great lunch while cruising the river in Knoxville! The lunch cruise includes a wonderful buffet, 1.5 hour cruise and either a narration from the Captain or Entertainment from one of our local entertainers. The cost covers transportation, boat ride, lunch and gratuity. Limited seating, no refunds.

Must register by May 3.

Wizard of Oz at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre Friday, May 25 Leave MPCC at 9:45a (load at 9:30a), return approx. 6p Cost: $42 (gratuity not included in price) charter bus Follow the Yellow Brick Road to WHDT to see the classic movie version of this beloved tale brought to life. You’ll enjoy the antics of Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Cowardly Lion, and Toto too- as well as the unforgettable tunes “Over the Rainbow,” “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead,” & “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” Don’t miss this family-friendly adventure loved by all ages! No refunds, limited seats.

Jonesborough Repertory Theatre: Welcome to Mitford Saturday, May 26, 2018. Leave MPCC at 1:15 p; return approx. 6:30p Cost: $16 per person Father Tim Kavanagh is the muchloved bachelor rector of Lord’s Chapel church in the close-knit mountain community of Mitford, surrounded by long-time friends and parishioners.

Father Tim’s life is absorbed with the life of his town and the pastoring of his lively congregation. But things change radically when Father Tim takes in teenager Dooley Barlow, the unruly

orphaned grandson of the church gardener, and again when he falls in love with his new next-door neighbor, Cynthia Coppersmith, who writes and illustrates award-winning children’s books.

Dinner reservations will be at the Black Olive Restaurant in Jonesborough after the show. The Black Olive Cost will be on your own!

Please register by May 18!

Travel Corner Join us on Thursday, April 12 at 3:00pm for the monthly JCSC Seniors on the Go travel meeting. At 4:00 p.m., the San Antonio travelers will have a Meet and Greet and review the itinerary for the trip departing April 20.

With summer coming, we will be adding more day trips to the schedule. We are planning for a charter day trip to the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte.

This will be a one-day trip with lunch included. Due to the recent death of Billy Graham, reservations for group visits have been temporarily suspended.

The date will not be confirmed before the April newsletter goes to print, but we hope to offer the trip in mid-May. If interested, please call the Senior Services desk after April 2 to check on the date and cost. Reservations will open once the reservation is confirmed.

The Memphis/Tunica trip will take you to Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley.

Other attractions will include a guided tour of Memphis, free time on Beale Street, Sun Studio, the Memphis Rock ‘N Soul Museum, and gaming at casino resorts in Tunica. This trip departs on September 24 for 4 nights. Cost is $557 pp/do; singles will need to add $189 to the cost. Registration is due by July 17.

Offered by Todlow Coach.

We’ll finish up 2018 with a visit to fabulous New York City. Enjoy a guided tour of NYC, the National 9/11 Museum, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, and many of the unique sights of Manhattan.

At only $752 pp/do, what better way to celebrate the holidays than with a visit to fabulous New York City! Offered by Clark Family Tours.

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Groups and Meetings

April 2018

Groups and Meetings Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Mondays at 2p Join this group each week for a four week Bible study. Presenter changes each month.

Wednesdays at 10a For each month an area clergyman leads a four week Bible study.

Thursdays at 8:00a Men’s Bible Study.

Writer’s Circle Cost: Free 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 10a Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion within the group.

As the Page Turns (Book Club): Free Books Provided 1st Thursday of month 10a If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people, come join us. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to.

Book Selections: April: The Daily Coyote by Shreve Stockton May: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica

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Constituent Services Cost: Free 2nd Tuesday of each month, 9-11a Bill Darden, a representative of Congressman Phil Roe will be available to discuss concerns and issues that you may have. Some of the ways that Roe’s district offices can be of assistance: • Senior Citizens: Social Security and disability

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Students: financial aid, entrance to U.S. Service Academies Veterans: VA claims and military service problems Small Business: SBA loan applications, technical assistance and interpretation of federal regulations Home Buyers: FMHA, FHA, and VA home loan application problems

Grief Support Gathering Cost: Free 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30p Sponsored by Morris Baker Funeral Home.

Veterans Monthly Meet, Learn & Share 4th Monday of Each Month 9:30-11a Cost: Free If you are a veteran, you are invited to join us on the 4th Monday of each month from 9:30-11:00am. Ken Sheppard leads the group and shares a specific topic each month. We appreciate Tetrick Funeral & Cremation Services for the sponsorship and support of this program.

Washington County S.A.L.T. Council Thursday April 5, 2p Johnson City Senior Center Lydia Blackwell, Volunteer Coordinator Contact 211 of Northeast Tennessee, Inc. Ms. Blackwell will discuss Suicide Prevention in the Senior Population.

Everyone is welcome! We encourage you to join the S.A.L.T. Council and help plan and promote meetings and events.

April 2018

Healthy Living / Sports

Healthy Living Fasting Blood Sugar Screening Cost: FREE Wednesday, April 4, 11, & 18, 7:30-9:30 a Stop by the nurses station for a free blood sugar check and learn more about keeping your sugar under control.

No appointment necessary.

Eating Smart & Moving More Series Cost: FREE Wednesdays 10:30-11:30a beginning April 4 Speaker: Whitney Marshall, UT Extension Office Join us for a series of eight workshops to learn healthy cooking tips and recipes, how to save money on food, meal planning, food safety and tips for being more active. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Olive Oil Tasting Cost: FREE Monday, April 9, 2-3 p Speaker: Shirley Mueller, Olive Oil Divine Learn about the health benefits of olive oil and balsamic vinegar and learn tips for selecting. Sample different types and get ideas for incorporating more of this healthy oil and vinegar into your diet. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 or sign up at front desk.

Allergy Info & Free Allergy Screening Cost: FREE Tuesday, April 10, 5-5:30 p Free skin testing for 6 of the most common allergens will be provided by Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center. Melissa Robbins, NP will be available to answer questions and info will be provided about seasonal allergies, asthma, testing and treatments. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 or sign up at front desk.

Get Real About Weight Loss Cost: FREE Wednesday, April 11, 11:30 a-12:30 p Speaker: Crystal Woods, MS, RDN, LDN Real food, real portions, real simple meals, realistic goals and some real reasons you may be struggling to lose weight. Let’s get real about getting healthier! Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 or sign up at front desk.

Dining to Know Series Cost: $1 Thursday, April 12, 11:30a-12:30p Spring Allergy Relief This series of classes will feature a different speaker each month and lunch will be served. Speaker for the April program will be Phil W. Jones, MD from The Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center. Please reserve a seat by 5p April 9. Limited seats available.

Call 423-434-6237 for a seat.

First Aid Kit Checklist Thursday, April 12, 1-3 p The ETSU Pharmacy students will be in the lobby with info about putting together an emergency first aid kit.

No registration required..

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Sports Be Stroke Smart Cost: FREE Tuesday, April 17, 10:30-11:30 a Speaker: Sukhdeep Bhogal, MD Learn more about strokes- what exactly is a stroke, what are the different types, how are they treated and how can rehab help in the recovery. Get answers to your questions and be stroke smart. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 or stop by the front Seniors desk.

The Microbiome & Optimizing Your Health Cost: FREE Monday, April 23, 10:30-11:30 a Speaker: W. Andrew Clark, Ph.D., RD, ETSU Are you ready to go deeper into understanding keys to improving your health? Dr. Clark is a researcher and professor specializing in metabolism and nutritional biochemistry. Even if you’ve never heard of the microbiome, it impacts digestion, our immune system, and so much more. Come discover how we can influence the gastrointestinal environment for optimal senior living. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Skin Cancer Prevention Tuesday, April 24, 10a-12p Drop by the lobby to learn more about the importance of protecting our skin, skin cancer prevention tips, signs to watch for and when to have a suspicious spot checked out. Offered by the ETSU Pharmacy students. No registration required.

Blood Pressure Control & Changing Guidelines Cost: FREE Tuesday, April 24, 10:30-11:30 a Speaker: Suhitha Madhavaran, MD Get the latest information about managing blood pressure and the new American Heart Association guidelines. Learn how high blood pressure can impact you over time and the importance of keeping it under control. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 or sign up at the front desk.

Vein, Vein, Go Away Cost: FREE Wednesday, April 25, 11:30a-12:30p Speaker: Melanie Harrison, PA, The Vein Company If you are tired of your varicose or spider veins, come find out about options for treating them. Discussion will include causes, symptoms and complications of varicose veins as well as compression stockings and treatments for various vein conditions. Refreshments provided.

Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Coming in May Join us for this Blast from the Past:

Rockin’ 5

’s Health Fair

Wednesday, May 30, 9:30am – Noon Health & Wellness displays, information, screenings, cooking demo’s and lots of 1950’s style fun!

We hope all you cool cats can make the scene!

Senior Basketball Each Monday 10a Cost: FREE Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds Senior Billiards Monday-Saturday 7a-8p Cost: FREE Senior men and women are welcomed to play.

There are four well maintained tables. All levels of experience are welcome.

Doubles Table Tennis Each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30a-12p Cost: FREE Senior men’s and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active.

Pickleball Each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8-11:30a Each Tuesday and Thursday 10a-12p Cost: FREE Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

Pickleball 101 Tuesday and Thursday April 12- May 8 6:30-7:30p Cost: $20 Have you ever wanted to try pickleball but aren’t sure how to play? Pickleball 101 will allow you to learn the game and the fundamentals of how the game is played. Each class will build and allow you to become a pickleball player in just a few weeks.

Pickleball 102 Tuesday and Thursday April 12- May 8 9-10a Cost: $20 Looking to improve your pickleball skills? This class is designed for the intermediate level pickleball player who is ready to take his/her skills to the next level. Come learn new tricks and techniques to fine tune your game!

Senior League Golf Group Over the age of 50 and enjoy golf?

EachTuesday and Thursday, weather permitting Tee times and locations vary. Contact Gil and Bobbie Dietz at 423-926-9824 for more information.

Bowling League Holiday Lanes Summer Bowling League begins Monday, April 30. Please contact: Ann Deakins @ 423-213-5861 or Holiday lanes at 423-282-6521 for more information.

Join us for lots of fun, exercise, and meet new friends.

Must be 55 or older.

April Special Events

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10:30 Setting up a Trust 1:00 Cooking with Roy 2:00 Olive Oil Tasting

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8:30 Hiking 101-Winged Deer Park 9:00 Constituent Services 10:00 Bingo 1:00 Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer 2:00 Community Sewing Project 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 5:00 Allergy Info & Testing 5:30 English Country Dance 6:00 PowerPoint Series

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30 1:00 Special Needs Arts Class

11 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 10:30 Where do your veggies come from?

11:30 Get Real About Weight Loss

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5 7:30 Hip Hikers- Sam’s Gap 10:00 As the Page Turns 10:30 Pick Through the Past 2:00 Pottery Class – Handbuilding & More 2:00 Washing County S.A.L.T. Council

8:30 CrossFifty 7:00 Friday Night Dance-Jerry Pierce

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7:30 Hip Hikers-Coon Den Falls 9:00 Pickleball 102 1:00 The Film Club 1:30 Make Your Own Sugar Scrub 6:30 Pickleball 101

25 9:00 Aeronautical Adventures Outing 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 11:30 Vein Vein Go Away

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7:30 Hip HikersCoon Den Falls 9:00 Pickleball 102 10:00 Writer’s Circle 11:30 Dining to Know-Spring Allergies 8:30 CrossFifty 1:00 First Aid Kits 1:00 Basic Design 1:00 Pottery Class-Handbuilding 3:00 Creative Card Making 6:30 JC Grand Squares 3:00 JCSC Seniors on the Go travel meeting 4:00 San Antonio Meeting 5:00 Creative Card Making 6:30 Pickleball 101

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9:00 Pickleball 102 10:00 Bingo 10:30 Be Stroke Smart 1:00 Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 2:00 Community Sewing Project 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 1:00 Genealogy Club 6:00 PowerPoint Series 6:30 Next Step Photography 6:30 Pickleball 101 6:30 Grief Support Gathering

9:00 Pickleball 102 9:15 Hiking 101 & Walkers 9:30 Veteran’s Meet, Learn and Share Talkers- Buffalo Mtn. 9:30 E.T.S.U. Eagle Cam Discussion 10 Skin Cancer Prevention 10:30 The Microbiome & Optimizing 10:30 Blood Pressure Control/ Your Health Changing Guidelines 2:00 Legal Aid – Estate Planning Clinic 2:00 Community Sewing Project 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 6:00 PowerPoint Series 6:30 Pickleball 101

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1:00 Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer 10:00 Volunteer Training Session 2:00 Community Sewing Project 10:15 Bluebell Wildflower Hike-Outing 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 1:00 Amateur Photography Club 6:00 PowerPoint Series 2:00 Video Series – The Arts 6:30 Grief Support Gathering

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8:30 Power Hour 9:30 CrossFifty 1:00 Basic Design 6:30 Poetry of Music at Milligan College Outing 7:00 Friday Night Dance-Shooter Band

26 7:30 Hip HikersLaurel Run Trail 9:00 Pickleball 102 10:00 Writer’s Circle 10:00 “Try Us Out” 6:00 Canvas Creations 6:30 Pickleball 101

27 8:30 CrossFifty 6:30 JC Grand Squares

28 – Saturday

5:45 Appalachian Express Chorus Concert Outing

Grandparents Corner

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CANDYLAND CARNIVAL ALL AGES WELCOME! EVENT IS FROM 5:00-7:00PM. ENJOY OUTDOOR GAMES, MUSIC, SNACKS, FREE CANDY STATION, FACE PAINTING, & MORE AT OUR OUTDOOR GREEN SPACE. CONCESSIONS FOR SALE. PLEASE CALL 423-434-5749 FOR INFO. MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 bERT sTREET

Aikido introduces and furthers the training of this modern Japanese martial art, including its physical and philosophical aspects of conflict resolution.

Participants will learn techniques involving empty hand, wooden sword (boken) and short staff (jo). Weapons help to understand movement and spacing (ma ai).

Requirements include the ability to get up off the floor unassisted and show respect for the instructor and others in the class.

Participants should wear long sleeves and pants to class.

For more info, call 423-434-5749

Enjoy camping glamorous style with friends and family inside Memorial Park Community Center’s gymnasium.

Glamping will include: mud masks, manicures, pedicures, dinner, DIY dessert, craft, and a “chick flick.”

Participants are asked to bring their own sleeping bag/ air mattress, blankets, etc. Pre–registration required March 12– April 11. Space is limited to first 50. Children must be accompanied with an adult. Call 423-434-5749 for more info.

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April 2018

Ongoing Events MONDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Fit and Toned 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Classic 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 11:15 SilverSneakers® Classic Level 1 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:00 Qigong for Health 1:00 High Flyers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 1:00 Musical Voices Practice 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 2:00 Open Bible Study 2:00 Challenge Square Dance 3:30 Line Dance with Martha 6:00 Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club

TUESDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Tri-Ominos 9:15 Zumba Zeniors 10:00 Heart Strings Instruments Jam Session 10:00 Pickleball 10:00 Open Game Room 11:45 Silver Sneakers® Yoga 12:00 Rummy 12:30 Mexican Train Dominoes 12:30 Amara Carberry One on One 1:00 Pencil Drawing 1:00 SilverSneakers® Yoga 1:00 Golden Rollers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 1:00 Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer 1:30 Amara Carberry One on One 2:00 Needle and Fiber Arts 2:00 Beginner Spanish 3:00 Conversational Spanish 5:30 Scrabble Group

WEDNESDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugars 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 Fit and Toned 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Classic 10:00 Bible Study 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 11:15 SilverSneakers® Classic Level 1 12:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:30 Acrylics 1:00 Adult Coloring 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Partner Pass Pinochle 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 5:15 Ballroom Dance Practice 6:00 FUNdamentals of Yoga 6:30 Advanced Square Dance

THURSDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 SilverSneakers® Yoga 9:15 Zumba Zeniors 9:30 Johnson City German Club 10:00 Pickleball 10:00 Open Game Room 10:00 Senior Chorale 1:00 Rook 1:00 Ballroom Dancing 1:00 Golden Strikers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 4:00 Brain-a-cise 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers

FRIDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Circuit 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Mahjong 2:00 Open Craft Time 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One

SATURDAY 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks

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Above photo: Jami Lathum and Eve Ginnings display their finished project.

Right photo: Participants working on their paintings.

APPALACHIAN SPRING FESTIVAL May 2-5, 2018 Downtown Historic Rogersville Join us for our Welcome Dinner, May 2, 6-9 pm at Price Community Center. Entertainment Featuring Dr. Katie Huffman, Singer & Scholar of traditional Appalachian Ballads - $25 Workshops Available, May 3-4 in Downtown Historic District.

Reserve one for $15, two for $25 and three for $40 Appalachian Culture • Storytelling • Felting English Folk Dance • Gourd Art Street Festival Saturday, May 5 Music • Dancing • Art • Demonstrations & More!

For more information & reservation forms call Rogersville Arts Council 423-293-0882 or email: rogersvilleartscouncil@gmail.com

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Dance / Events

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Dance Line Dance with Martha (Beginner/Intermediate) Mondays 3:30p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $6 or SilverSneakers® Discount. Come learn how to line dance. You will be having so much fun, without even realizing that you are exercising!

Dandy Line Dancers (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays 5:30p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: FREE This is a volunteer group which not only practices during this time frame; they also go out into the community and perform Ballroom Dance Wednesdays 5:15p • Cost: Free Bring a partner or come alone. More men are needed to join the group.

Advanced Square Dance Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p • Cost: $6 Instructor: Don Williamson This is an advanced square dancing class, some experience is recommended.

Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1p Cost: FREE Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing Johnson City Grand Squares Second and Fourth Fridays 6:30-8:30p • Cost $6 New members welcome.

going to the beach! This class will be geared toward beginners interested in learning the basic steps. No partner needed.

Basic Shag Class 6-week series beginning April 5 - May 17 (group will not meet April 26) Instructor: Carl and Lana Edwards Cost: $18 (6 lessons included) Come learn the Carolina Shag without

Challenge Square Dance Mondays 2:00pm • Cost: $6 Join Don Williamson for this challenging square dance class. Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome.

Friday Night Dance- Come dance the night away from 7:00-10:00p, MPCC Gym. Beverages will be served. Price is $5. (SilverSneakers® discount applies for those eligible). For special dances, the ticket price is slightly higher and will be advertised as such.

April 6, 7-10p - Jerry Pierce April 20, 7-10p - Shooter Band

Special Events English Country Dance Performance Tuesday, April 10 5:30-7p Cost: Free for Silver Sneakers eligible members, $3 for non-eligible participants Come out and see the Sabine Hill Social Society perform an English Country Dance.

English Country dancing is slower paced than its cousin, Contra dancing, but uses a wider variety of dance steps. A meal will be served during the event.

“Try Us Out” Thursday April 26 10-11a • Cost: Free Are you new to the center or want to know more about our programs that we offer, then you don’t want to miss our “Try Us Out” session. This will be a session to meet staff, find out what programs we offer, take a tour and ask questions about the center and its programs. You will also be given information about any new programs being offered in the next month. Light refreshments will be served and some free try it out vouchers for certain classes will be given. Please register with the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.

115 Woodlawn Drive • Johnson City, TN • (423) 975-0095

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Arts/Crafts/Performing Arts Amateur Photography Club Cost: Free First Monday of the month 1-3p If you’re just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us! Photo themes: April: The Real Deal Meal & Photographer’s Choice May: Self-Portrait June: Working Hands.

Next Step Photography Club Cost: Free Third Tuesday of each month at 6:30p If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed, composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you.

Heart Strings Cost: Free Tuesdays 10a–12p Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk music.

Needle and Fiber Arts Cost: Free Tuesdays 2–5p A gathering of folks who are interested in the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center.

Acrylics Class Cost: $10 Wednesdays 12:30–2:30p Join “Art” Holsclaw, assisted by volunteer Chris Bryant, to paint and share. Designed for beginners or experienced painters.

Registration deadline is Monday before each class. Feel free to come by and visit during class to see what it is all about and if you would like to sign up.

Musical Voices Cost: Free Mondays 1- 3p Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Writer’s Circle Cost: Free Second & Fourth Thursdays 10a-12p Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group.

Open Craft Time Cost: Free Fridays 2-5p Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.

Adult Coloring Group Cost: Free Wednesdays 1-2:30p Join the new trend in Adult Coloring! Bring your colored pencils, crayons, markers (or use ours) and relax and color in the company of friends and new friends. Coloring sheets will be provided or you can bring your own.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy Instructor- Ann Whitson Cost: Free Tuesdays 1-2:30p Ongoing class in pencil drawing welcomes new members. We

work on basic drawing skills and techniques, such as line, shape, shading and perspective, in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere.

Senior Chorale Cost: Free Thursdays 10a – 12p This group does not meet in February. Plan to join in March!

Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith.

The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.

Mountain Dulcimer Lessons Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $15 for four sessions Tuesday April 3, 10, 17, 24 2:30-3:30p Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones!

Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. This one hour session is for those who are interested in learning, have questions about the dulcimer or are very rusty in their playing technique Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer Leader: Willis Jones Cost: Free Tuesday April 3, 10, 17, 24 1-2:30p This 1 ½ hour session is for those who are wanting to fine tune their skills and get together with other people who want to play a tune or two. Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. This is a volunteer group who may play out in the community Creative Card Making Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Thursday, April 12, 3-4:30p Thursday, April 12 8, 5-6:30p AN ALTERNATE TIME IS NOW OFFERED (making same cards as the 3p class) Come learn card making skills and you’ll never have to buy another card from the store! This month we will be making all occasion cards. All supplies will be furnished.

You will learn stamping, cutting, punches, embossing, and more! A variety of cards will be made this month.

Don’t delay, seats are limited! Please register by April 9 Video Series – The Arts Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free Monday April 2 2:00 – 3:00pm In this exciting series of classes we will learn about Art History, Drawing Technique, American and European Art and Great Artists and their Masterpieces. Bring a note pad or sketchpad for discussion and notes.

Piano Lessons Instructor: Wreatha Terry Cost: $15 per 30 min lesson Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday We are now offering private piano lessons! Wreatha is a retired PhD music professor and will be offering her talents here at the center. Classes will be scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00, 8:45, 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45am and Thursday at 8:00 and 8:45am. All level of abilities are welcome – beginners to advanced.

Special Needs Craft Class Cost: $2 Monday April 30 1:00 – 2:00pm An Arts and Crafts Class for individuals with intellectual disabilities, age 18 and over. Cost of class covers all supplies used to make class project. Caregivers, please accompany participants.

Pottery Class - Handbuilding (and more) Instructor: Don Burger Cost: $20 for the series

Thursday April 5 & 12 1:00-3:00pm We will use slab, coil and pinch technique to make simple, yet practical and artistic pieces, such as tableware (plates, bowls, cups, napkin rings, candle holders) and garden ware (flower pots, berry bowls, garden sprites, wall pockets). Suitable for all levels of ability – beginner to experienced. Don is owner and head potter at Dragonfly Cottage Pottery in Jonesborough. We are very excited to offer his FUN-ctional Art pottery classes here! Cost includes all materials and kiln firing. Please pre-register and pay, class size is limited.

Spring Wreath Instructor: Ann Whitson $12 Monday April 16 1-3p Welcome Spring with a beautiful Wreath decoration for your home or front door! We will use spring flowers, birds, butterflies, and other ‘spring time’ objects. Decorate your own home or give it as a gift. All materials furnished. Please pre-register.

Cooking with Roy Instructor: Roy Krauss Cost: $5 Monday April 9 1:00-2:30 Join Chef Roy for another food preparation class! Lunch on the go oriental style. We will be making a Korean sandwich - Kimbap and a Vietnamese - Banh mi. This should be Tasty and Fun. All materials provided, an apron is recommended. Please pre-register.

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Thursday, April 26, 6-8p No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. Learn fundamental skills including how to add shadows, depth and dimension. This is a make and take class. All supplies will be furnished.

Community Service Project!

Can you sew? If so, WE NEED YOU! Each Tuesday in April 2-4p Cost: Free We have a surplus of material that has been donated to the center.

In an effort to give back to the community, we want to be a blessing to those in need by sewing oversized lap blankets/quilts. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be made available to make them. These will be donated out in the community.

“Plarn” Making Continued….

Instructor: Jessica Statzer Cost: Free Thursday April 5 10a and Thursday April 12 10a This is a continuation of the plarn making event in March.

Jessica is a Milligan occupational therapy student and wants to introduce you to a new trend in the needle and fiber arts. Come and learn how to make yarn out of plastic bags. You may even learn to crochet with plarn. This can be used to make a bag or a rug. The bags will be provided, but if you have some to share, please bring them. Please register at the front desk to reserve your spot. It is not imperative that you attend all sessions but we are sure that once you get started, you will want to.

Basic Design Instructor: Ann Whitson $3 for the series Friday April 6,13, 20, 1:00pm-3:00pm This class will offer an overview of the Elements and Principals of Design-how Artwork is arranged and composed. We will create compositions and arrangements which illustrate each of the Elements and Principals, using fun materials and interesting techniques. Knowledge and understanding of Design is the first step in understanding, appreciating and creating works of Art – in a fun way! All materials furnished.

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Pool Schedule / Games

Pool Schedule Lap Pool Schedule: Lap Swim Teens, Adults and Seniors M-F 7-8:30a, 11:30a-1:30p; M-W-F 7-8:45p; Sat 11a-1p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Need time to swim? Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging, or just doing your ow thing, we have a time slot to fit your needs.

Senior Lap Swim M-F 1:30-3:30p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Our senior lap times are offered to individuals 55 years of age and older Water Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 9-10a Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Power Walking Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 10-11a Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month This shallow water locomotion class is perfect for those who need a workout but require a low impact program. A doctor’s clearance is advised before participating in the class. All equipment is provided.

Evening Aerobics Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T &Th 6-7p Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Aqua Mix Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod

April 2018

Games T &Th 9-10a; Sat 9:15-10:15a Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Looking for a challenging workout? This class is a mix of shallow end and deep end aerobics. While in the deep end floatation belts are used to keep you afloat while doing exercises. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Cardio Waves Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod M-W-F 6-7p Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month This is a high intensity water aerobics program geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided.

Therapy Pool Schedule: Adult Only Open Therapy Adults & Seniors M-W-F 7-10a; T & Th 7-11a; M-W-F 6-8:45p; Sat 9-11a Cost: $2 per visit or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) An adult only time for therapy that you can engage in activities of your choice to fit your therapeutic needs. This pool is for low impact swimming. You will not be allowed to jump, splash or make big waves.

Silver Sneakers® Splash Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11:45a-12:45p Cost: $3 per class (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) A fun low impact program geared toward senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical well-being.

Arthritis Class Adults & Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11-11:40a Cost: $3 per class This class will help you get your gears moving, not grinding in the morning with an expertly tailored workout. Arthritis class is instructed by an American Arthritis Foundation certified instructor.

All equipment is provided. A doctor’s note is required but you are welcome to try a class without the note and bring one to the next session.

Hand & Foot Canasta Monday 1p Cost: FREE Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how.

Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Mondays 6p Cost: FREE Like to play bridge?

This is the place for you.

Tri-Ominos Tuesdays, 9:00a-12:00p Cost: Free Come join this new group Rummy Tuesdays, 12-4p Cost: FREE This group not only plays classic rummy, they also enjoy different varieties of the game.

levels. This game is single deck Pinochle, with a fun twist that provides players with potentially better hands when compared to the traditional “kitty” or “play what your dealt” games. We play in a fun and relaxed atmosphere and are willing to teach the game.

Rook Thursdays 1p Cost: FREE Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us!

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge Fridays 12:30p If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicating bridge. Join Mexican Train Dominoes the fun!

Tuesdays 12:30p Mahjong Cost: FREE Fridays 1p This fun loving group Cost: FREE would love to play this Mahjong is a tilegame with you or teach based game which was you how to play. You developed in China since will leave having made the Qing dynasty and new friends has further developed throughout the world Scrabble Group since the early 20th Tuesdays 5:30p century. It is commonly Cost: FREE played by four players.

Come join this group who loves to test their Bingo spelling with the luck Tuesday, April 10 10a of the draw of tiles.

Sponsored by The more the merrier.

Agape Nursing and Dictionaries are Rehabilitation Center provided.

Pinochle Wednesdays 1p Cost: FREE A trick taking card game for four Partner Pass Pinochle Wednesdays, 1p Cost: FREE Open to all skill

Bingo Tuesday, April 17 10a Sponsored by Aging in Place

Fitness Focus

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Fitness Focus Fit & Toned Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Pam Gervais One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Silver Sneakers® Circuit Fridays, 10a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Lauren Fowler This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening.

Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

Silver Sneakers® Classic Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Lauren Fowler Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Silver Sneakers® Classic Level 1 Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:15a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Lauren Fowler This class is designed for individuals who enjoy a smaller class size with more attention from the instructor. Classic Level 1 features a slower pace than other Silver Sneakers® classes. Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Mondays and Wednesdays, 11a Cost will be $5 per class (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence-based, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. It has been shown to reduce pain and stiffness associated with arthritis while improving strength, range of motion, and balance thereby reducing the risk of falling.

Classwork includes gentle stretching, breath work, focus on body alignment, and slow, controlled movement. With adjustments the exercises are appropriate for individuals of all physical conditions and can be done seated in a chair.

Qigong Mondays and Wednesdays, Noon Cost will be $5 per class (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Qigong is a part of traditional Chinese medicine that includes easy to learn, gentle, flowing movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body and promote relation and mindfulness. Class work also includes warmups, gentle stretching of all the major joints, and breath work. Evidencebased studies show that Qigong practice can improve a wide variety of chronic health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, MS, and Parkinson’s disease, while reducing stress and promoting emotional health and mental function. With adaptations this class

is appropriate for everyone regardless of physical limitations and can be done seated in a chair.

Silver Sneakers® Yoga Tuesdays, 11:45a and 1p Thursdays, 8:30a Cost: $2 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Judy Jackson Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.

FUNdamentals of Yoga Wednesdays, 6p Cost: $5 Instructor: Carrie Maggard Learn proper alignment, poses, breathing and more all while having FUN! This is a safe environment to empower, educate and inspire you to live healthier and happier lives. Designed with beginners and older adults in mind but all are welcome to enjoy this restorative practice.

Zumba Zeniors Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15a Cost: $3 Instructor: LeAnna Lawson LeAnna is a licensed Zumba instructor who will provide a low impact Zumba class designed for beginners of all ages and active older adults. Come enjoy this fun way to increase your daily activity. Even if you have never done Zumba before, you will want to try out this class.

CrossFifty Fridays, 8:30-9:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Lauren Fowler Join us for a cross-training workout like no other! This class will offer a daily workout that participants will work through at their own pace. Modifications will be offered for a variety of fitness levels. Workouts will include weighted exercises, varied functional movements, and cardio intervals.

Open Game Room Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11a Cost: Free Join us in the Game Room and learn how to use our interactive fitness equipment including the tWall, EyePlay, and Wii. Brain-a-Cise Thursdays, 3:30p Cost: Free Your brain needs exercise just as much as your body. Come join this group for different brain stimulating activities.

Keep It Moving A supervised exercise program for individuals who have finished Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy or been told by your physician that you need to exercise but don’t know how. This program serves as the next step in your progression in establishing a safe, independent exercise program. This program requires a referral from a medicalprofessional. This is an ideal program for the individual who is facing total joint replacement both before surgery and after finishing post-surgical physical therapy.Please contact Deb Fogle at 4346231 for more information.

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If your address changes, please call us and let us know!

Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street • Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 (423) 434-6237 Hours of Operation: Senior Service Reception Desk: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Memorial Park Community Center: Monday-Friday 7am-9pm Saturday 9am-5pm

Grief Support If you or someone you know needs grief support, please attend one of our support groups.

We meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm at the Memorial Park Community Center.

510 Bert St • Johnson City, TN 37601

Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City A monthly activit y that residents at Dominion always look forward to taking part in is our scenic drives. Scenic drives are an excellent opportunit y to pause and appreciate God’s creation and many blessings. It also allows residents to revisit places and memories that they can share with each other. Some places we have really enjoyed visiting are Watauga Lake, The Covered Bridge, Doe River Gorge and the country side of both Washington and Carter Count y. We could not be more grateful for this time of the year when the flowers are in bloom, to explore beautiful East Tennessee! “And God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good. And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day.”-Genesis 1:31

Honoring God Through Service to Seniors • Assisted Living & Memory Care • All-Inclusive Monthly Rates • Caring compassionate 24/7 nurses and caregivers • Complete array of in-house services and amenities

Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City E x p e r i e n c e a t r a di t i on of c ar ing.

(423) 282-1521 • MorrisBaker.com

2412 Knob Creek Rd. • Johnson Cit y • (423) 930-9001 www.DominionJohnsonCity.com