August 2023 Senior Lifestyles

Center News

Welcome to the Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center.

If you are new to the center or had not been in the center for a while then don’t miss our “Try Us Out” event the first Thursday of each month at 9:00am. Meet staff, ask questions and tour the center.

Please remember to sign in at one of the kiosks for the events and programs you are attending In the center.

Visit us on the web at: https://www.johnsoncitytn.org/residents/senior_services_mission_vision.php

Foundation News

The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation provides supplemental funding for our healthcare coordinator, Jeanne Clarke, RN; funds transportation for cultural activities outside of the Tri-Cities area; provides support through the center’s Fellowship program; and funds for the Spring Forward for seniors program. Swing Into Action Golf Tournament Friday, October 6. Players and Sponsors needed for this tournament. Forms available at each desk in Memorial Park Community Center.

Congregate Meal

Lunch is served from 11:30-12:00 each day Monday – Friday. Congregate meals are provided for us through FTHRA. The program is for the senior population 60+. If you wish to take a portion of the meal home with you, you will be responsible for bringing containers to place the food in and the transfer of the food. We look forward to serving you and we know that you will enjoy dining with your friends. Please reserve your meals by placing a checkmark in the first column on the reservation sheets located in the dining room. This must be done 48 hours in advance.

Computer Classes

Open Computer Lab (Ages 18+)

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.

Digital Skills

Instructor: Lexi Hillman

Cost: Free (50+)

Thursdays, August 3rd & 17th 3:45-4:45pm

These programs will cover basic computer skills, parts of a laptop, desktop, smart devices, security and scams. The programs will be provided by Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. Please Pre-register, limited space available.

Groups & Meetings

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities

Our Holy Bible Study

Mondays at 2pm (Ages 50+)

Come join us as we study God’s word together.

Thursdays at 8am (Ages 50+)

Men’s Bible Study.

As the Page Turns (Book Club)

Free Books Provided (Ages 50+)

1st Thursday of month 10am

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. We will be discussing “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak, you will receive a copy of “The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.

Volunteer Meeting

Monday, August 7th 10am

Cost: Free

This is our monthly volunteer meeting. The guest speaker is to be determined. An activity is planned and light refreshments will be served. Interested in volunteering? Check us out!

Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamiliesGrandparent and Relatives Raising Relative Children

Monday, August 7th 10am

Cost: Free

Are you raising a grandchild or other relative? Need support, information or resources? Join us to share your experience, receive useful information, learn caregiving/child rearing tips, and gain emotional support during our Coffee & Conversation for GRANDfamilies.

New Age Wisdom Book Club

Saturday, August 12th & 26th 10:30am-12pm

Cost: Free

This is a group that meets to discuss books on self-improvement, spirituality, mysticism, etc. Everyone is welcome to join the club and participate in our interactive discussions. Each member is responsible for buying their own books. For more information contact Mario Galvez at mh_galvez@yahoo.com. Please remember to check in for the Book group.

Saturday August 12th, 10:30am-12:00pm. A Singing Bowl Sound meditation. Rhonda Hubbard will lead a singing bowl sound meditation session. Please bring your own Yoga mat.

Saturday August 26th, 10:30am-12:00pm.

A review of the book Dying to be Me by Anita Moorjani. This memoir is truly a fascinating Near Death Experience as related by the author. The meeting will be facilitated by Mike Ivey.

JCSC Seniors on the Go Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, August 22nd 3-4pm Location: Memorial Park Community Center

Cost: Free Please pre-register!

Coming in September! Grandparents Raising Grandkids Resource Fair

Friday, September 8th

10am-2:00pm

Cost: Free

We will have a special guest speaker to educate on legal terminology of the different types of custody for grandparents raising grandkids. Please Preregister.

Support in your time of need.

Grief Journey is a new eight week formatted group designed around the unique needs of adults who have lost a loved one.

Meetings will be held from Tuesday, August 22 – October 10, 2023, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Tetrick Funeral Services. Contact Laura Graham at Tetrick Funeral Services at 423-610-7171 to register. Registration closes August 29.

Grief Journey is a ministry offered free of charge with First Christian Church and Tetrick Funeral Services in partnership as joint sponsors.

3001 Peoples Street Johnson City, TN 37604 www.tetrickfuneralhome.com

1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta

1:00 Making Treasure Books

1:30 Classic

2:00 Our Holy Bible Study

3:00 Line Dance with Martha

4:00-5:45 Open Swim

6:00-7:30 Lap Swim

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:15 Aquamix (pool)

10:00 Senior Basketball

10:00 Circuit

10:00 Johnson City String Band

11:00 Scrabble

11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)

11:45 Splash (pool)

1:00 Pencil Drawing

1:00 Bring Out the Artist in You

1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy

Pool

1:00 Brain-a-Cise

1:30 Delay the Disease

2:00 Chess Club

2:00-3:30 Home School Swim

6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

WEDNESDAY

7:00 am - 7:00 pm Billiards Room

Fitness Room

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only

Therapy Pool

8:00 Fit and Toned

8:00 Pickleball

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

9:00 Mommy & Me Swim

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

10:00 Classic

10:00 Advanced Tai Chi

11:00 Bingocize

11:00 Qigong for Health

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

12:00 Beginner Tai Chi

1:00 Pinochle

1:00 Sewing Group

1:00 Dulcimer Lessons

1:30 Classic

2:00 Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session

4:00-5:45

Lifelong Learning

Brain-a-Cise

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays, 1-2pm

Bring your thinking caps and trivia knowledge and compete against other teams of adults in fun and challenging rounds of trivia. Come exercise your mind while making new friends!

Film Series- A Social Focus

Instructor: Dr. J. Catherine

Herbert

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

1st and 3rd Friday of each month (August 4th and 18th) at 3:30pm

Dr. J. Catherine Herbert will hold discussions on various movies that have

transformed our culture. This series will be Dramatic films focusing on real life concerns. We will watch the movie and discuss the impacts on society. Did society change the movies or did the movies transform our society? Please Preregister.

8:00

8:45

9:00

9:00

11:00-3:45

7:35-8:45

7:00

9:00 – 3:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

9:15 Saturday Splash

10:30-12:45 Lap Swim

12:45-3:30 Open Swim12:45-3:30 Open Swim

Pricing and details about aquatic programs are available at the recreation desk.

Genealogy Club

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Wednesdays in July, 10:30am-12pm

Come! Learn! Discover the many things about who your ancestors were, their occupations, spouses, children, the states and countries they came from. Learn how to build a true,

confirmed family tree using Ancestry.com and Ancestry DNA, as well as other online free sites. Learn the online and printed research resources available. Bring a laptop. Please Pre-register.

The READYS! – Emergency Preparedness

Instructor: Jayne Harper, TN

Department of Health

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 23rd 10-11am

Emergency preparedness training that is applicable

to everyone. The training’s focus is on creating a personal emergency plan and having the supplies on hand to survive disaster or emergency. Planning for people with access and function needs will also be discussed. Please Pre-register.

If anyone is interested in restarting the German Conversation Group please contact Lon Felker at 423-928-2073 or by emailing lon8vaf@gmail. com

Lifelong Sports

Pickleball

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Gym 1 – Monday through Friday 8am-12pm

Gym 2 – Monday through Friday 8am-12pm

Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles. No registration required, no time limit or number of players.

Outdoor Pickleball

(Ages 18+)

Monday through Friday 7:00am12:00pm. Open Play for MPCC

Members

Monday through Friday 12:009:00pm. Open Play

Saturday and Sunday 7:00am -9:00pm. Open Play

Court use will be first come, first serve unless otherwise designated for a special program, activity, or event

During peak times when courts are full and players are waiting to play:

• Court time will be shared equally

• NO Singles

• Waiting players will place their paddles in the “Paddle Rack”

(left to right)

• Court time limited to two games to 11, win by 1

• Exit court immediately – return to waiting area outside courts

• Play again – place your paddle in first available opening in the “Paddle Rack” (L-R)

• Next up when court is open –next paddles from L-R

• Less than four players waiting, the suitable number of players will stay on the court to fill the court with 4 players

• Limit warm-up time to no more than 5 minutes

Cost: Free

Senior Billiards

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Monday through Friday 7am-7pm No registration required, No time limit or number of players

No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers

Doubles Table Tennis

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-11am

Senior men and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active. No

food allowed only closed beverage containers

Senior Basketball

(Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Keystone Gym-Tues and Thurs 10am-12pm

Meet in the Gym at Keystone for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds.

Helping Ensure Quality of Life and Independence

At First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability, we are here to help you access the programs you need to take care of yourself as you age.

Healthy Living

Ask Our Nurse

If you have health concerns or questions, our nurse, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Her hours are Monday – Thursday, 9am-2 pm. Stop by the nurse’s station across from the Dining Room or call 423-434-6235 for an appointment.

Free Blood Pressure Checks

Monday – Thursdays, 9am-2pm Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood pressure check. No appointment required.

Free Diabetes Screening ~ Fasting Blood Sugar Check

Stop by the nurse’s station or call 423-4346235 to schedule. For best results, do not eat or drink anything except water for 8-12 hours prior to testing.

teasers and games aimed at keeping your mind sharp. You’ll love it and your brain will too. Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister.

Normal Aging vs. Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s

Speaker: Tracey

Kendall Wilson, Alzheimer’s Tennessee

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Monday, August 14, 1-2pm

Learn some of the key differences between normal age-

related forgetfulness and dementia or Alzheimer’s. Gain a better understanding of the various types of dementia and how they vary in symptoms, progression and treatments. Getting the right diagnosis is important in order to get the best care and plan for the future.

Be Stroke Smart

Speaker: Laura Evans, RN, Quillen Rehab

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Wednesday, August 16, 11am-12pm Get important facts

Fitness Fitness Room

Monday through Friday

7am – 7pm (Ages 14+)

Fitness Orientation required for new users to the fitness room

No preregistration required to use fitness room

Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

Fit & Toned

Instructor: Kelly Finney

Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 18+)

Mondays &

Wednesdays, 8am

One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Classic

Instructor: Deb Fogle

Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+)

Mondays & Wednesdays 10am

Mondays & Wednesdays 1:30pm

Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. This class designed to help you

about strokes including tips to reduce your risk, recognizing symptoms and responding FAST. Time lost is brain function lost so every second counts. Please pre-register by calling 434-6237 or stop by the front desk.

Medicare 101

Speaker: Andrew Price, Senior Financial Group

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Thursday, August 17, 11:30-12:30pm

Gain a better understanding of Medicare and all its different parts and

options. Have your questions answered by a local advisor with over 15 years of experience helping people with their Medicare planning. This is an educational event so no sales materials will be available. Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, August 17, 12:30-1:30pm This caring group is

for all PWPs (People with Parkinson’s) and those who have PWP in their lives. Topics of discussion and speakers vary each month. The group meets in the Activities room at the far left end of the building across from the pool. No preregistration required.

Hands-Only CPR

Instructor: Anna Carpenter, Health Educator, Washington County Health

Department

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Tuesday, August 29,

11am-12pm

This program teaches how to effectively perform hands-only CPR, a simple skill that can save lives. Manikins will be available to practice and become confident in performing chest compressions. If you see someone suddenly collapse, hands-only CPR increases the likelihood of surviving a breathing or cardiac emergency until medical professionals arrive. Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister.

become stronger and improve balance.

Tai Chi

Advanced

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook

Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am Fridays, 11:30am

Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. This is an advanced Tai Chi class for those already experienced in Tai Chi.

Qigong

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook

Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am Fridays. 10:30am

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.

Tai Chi Beginner

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook

Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 12pm

Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, lowimpact Tai Chi form modified for seniors.

Circuit Instructor: Deb Fogle

Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays & Fridays, 8:45am

Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am

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.

Chair Yoga “New”

Instructor: Tricia Korade

Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

Tuesday and Thursdays 9-10am

Move through seated and standing yoga postures to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. No part of this class is done on the floor. A chair is used to meet a variety of fitness levels. The class is appropriate

for participants of all fitness levels, including those who have never practiced yoga before.

Yoga “Just Breathe”

Instructor: Dixie Neth

Cost: $5/class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am12:30pm

Join us for a breath of fresh air as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. This class requires

movement to the floor and back up without assistance. Bring your own mat, yoga blanket, blocks, and yoga straps.

Group Exercise Guidelines

Preregistration recommended for the above classes. Class size for Classic and Circuit is 20. Class Size for chair yoga is 12.

Discover the Difference

We understand the importance of knowing your loved one is safe, secure and socially engaged. We know that making that first step toward this transition is often the most difficult. Let us help put your mind at ease. Schedule a tour of our beautiful community today!

Musical Voices

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Mondays 1- 3pm

Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Johnson City String Band (formally known as Heart Strings)

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays 10am–12:30pm

Come learn and have fun with this welcoming group of amateur musicians. We play a variety of music including gospel, bluegrass and even Irish jigs. For more information, contact John Martin at 423-4446289.

Making Treasure Books

Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+)

Mondays 1-3pm

Are you interested in creating with paper, ribbon, lace, and many other materials? In Mondays ongoing book making class we have fun with many different materials and unique tools! Learn the technique of turning an old recycled book into something beautiful! Your creation can become whatever suits your taste – memory book, diary, journals, etc. All materials

provided. Join anytime!

Pencil Drawing Made Easy

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Tuesdays 1-2:30pm

Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Materials will be available or bring your own and take advantage of any instruction needed.

Bring Out the Artist in You

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: $5 per class (Ages 18+)

Tuesdays 1–3pm

‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project and materials in for expert advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level.

Sewing Group - A Community Service Project

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesdays 1-3:30pm

We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we are making lap quilts

and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be available.

Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/ Intermediate Level

Instructor: Roxanne

McDaniel

Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+)

Wednesdays 1-2pm (Will not meet Wednesday, August 23rd)

Learn to play the Dulcimer with Roxanne! Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. Please pre-register and pay by the Monday before class.

Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 2-3pm This is a time to get together and work on your skills and share ideas while enjoying the company of other players.

Ukulele for Beginners

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee (Ages 18+)

Second and Third Thursday, 3-4pm

Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele? Roxanne will cover the basics and pre-

tuned instruments will be available. Please preregister and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Ukulele for Experienced

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee (Ages 18+)

Second and Third Thursday, 4-5pm

Would you like to refine or develop your Ukulele skills?

Pre-tuned instruments will be available if needed. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Guitar Lessons

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $25 for the Series (Ages 18+)

Second and Third Friday, 10-11am

Would you like to learn to play the guitar or develop your existing skills? Bring your guitar (in playable condition) and join this class. Please pre-register and pay by the Wednesday before class.

Next Step Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

3rd Tuesday of each month at 6-8pm

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.

Video Series –Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

In this series of lectures we will focus on one of the greatest periods of Art History, covering a time period from about 1400 to about 1520 - the early to the high Renaissance.

Video Series - The World’s Greatest Paintings

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Last Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

Will not meet in August.

Amateur Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30pm

If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!

Paper Quilling

Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+)

Second and Fourth

Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm

Join this class to explore the many ways Paper Quilling can be used to make fun, attractive and useful Art, as well as gifts. All materials supplied. Suitable for all skill levels

Creative Card Making

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin

Cost: $7 (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, August 15th

9-11am OR Thursday, August 17th 2-4pm

This is a make it take class that makes a variety of greeting cards. All supplies

Games

Hand & Foot

Canasta

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Mondays, 1-5pm

Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how.

furnished for 6 cards. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Perspective Drawing

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: $3 for the series (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 11th, 18th, and 25th, 1-3pm During the Renaissance, artists discovered the secret of perspective. This class will be an overview of how artists create the illusion of three dimensional space on a two dimensional surface. You will learn how the eye organizes space and how to create realistic drawings as the eye sees. All materials furnished.

Oil Pastel Class

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: $3 (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 17th, 1-3pm We will be experimenting with a new techniqueapplying heat to the oil pastel! This technique will partially melt the pastel and help it to blend into a smooth and attractive surface with vivid color and texture. We will have fun layering, blending and creating!

Decoupage Made Easy – Bottle Art

Instructor: Deb Nelson

Cost: $6 (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 24th, 1-3p We will recycle old bottles and learn a method of decoupaging a curved surface. Available bottles are brown apothecary or bring your own to create a unique

Bingocize®

(Ages 50+)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am-11:45pm

Cost: Free Prizes sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services

Would mixing bingo with physical activity increase your interest in an exercise program? Space is limited, so please pre-register by calling 434-6237.

vase or container. Mason jars work well. Learn how to “cut” paper using a paintbrush and water to create a unique design.

Jewelry Making Class

Instructor: Patty Baker

Cost: $10 (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 23rd, 11:30am – 1pm

Create a fun and colorful bracelet and earring set. The bracelet is made from memory wire with faux pearl in choice of colors and matching earrings. Suitable for all skill levels. All supplies provided. Come and enjoy creating! A picture is posted outside the Craft room.

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: $8 (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, August 15th, 3:155:15pm

No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. A make and take class, all supplies furnished.

Silk Summer Cover-Up

Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel

Cost: $15 (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 11th OR Friday, August 18th, 11am4pm

Create a breezy Summer

Top or Cover-Up with silk scarves. You will use two 35”x35” squares of silk colored with your own unique design! An apron is recommended.

Scrabble Group

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 11am-1pm Come join this group who loves to test their spelling with the luck of the draw of tiles. The more the merrier. Dictionaries are provided.

Chess Club

Cost: Free (18+) Tuesdays, 2-5pm

Open to all skill levels. Come join our group.

Pinochle

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1-5pm

A trick taking card game for four.

Rook

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1-5pm

Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us!

Mahjong

Cost: Free (18+)

Fridays, 9:30-11:30am

Beginners and experienced, come join us for a game of mahjong, a tile based game similar to rummy. If you are wanting to learn someone will

Dance Line Dance with Martha

(Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level)

Instructor: Martha Davenport

Mondays, 3 – 4:30pm (Ages 12+)

be there on the first Friday of the month to teach you.

Ace of Clubs

Duplicate

(Ages 50+)

Bridge

1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 12:30-4:30pm

If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge. Join the fun!

Bingo

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, August 21st 1011am

Volunteer “Jerry” Phillips will be leading Bingo with prizes.

Cost: $6 or (Discount for SilverSneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible)

For those wanting to brush up their line dance steps or learn new line dances. You will be having so much fun, you won’t even realize that you are exercising! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Ballroom Dance Class

Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm

Cost: Free (18+)

Want to learn to Ballroom dance? Come and learn with us.

Ballroom Dance Practice

Thursdays 1:30pm

Cost: Free (18+)

Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

Dandy Line Dancers

Instructor: Martha Davenport (Advanced Line Dancing)

Thursdays, 4:30-6pm

Cost: Free (Ages 12+)

This is a volunteer group, which not only practices during this time

frame; they also perform in the community. For the experienced line dancer. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com

Johnson City Grand Squares

2nd & 4th Fridays 5:30-7:30pm

Cost: $6 (All Ages Welcome) New members welcome. Info. Call 423-612-0527 or 423-361-3152

Lovin’ Line Dance

Instructor: Sue Ayers

3:00 - 4:30 pm Wednesdays (class starts on first Wednesday of each month) (Ages 18+)

Cost: $20/month ($12/month with SilverSneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible)

Come join the fun and meet new friends while getting a great mental and physical workout! Our class is a great fit if you enjoy dancing at the beginner/ improver level. Experience with basic line dance steps is strongly recommended. Weekly dance info/links and tips are provided to help you learn. Feel free to email me at pupstergal@yahoo.com. Registration is required before (preferred) or no later than the starting time/day of each month’s class.

Skilled Nursing

We orient our skilled nursing services around the provision of specialized care for recovery after hospitalization. Our dedicated team helps residents and family members feel at home while receiving individually-focused healthcare.

Rehabilitation Services

Whether you need Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, our therapists are committed to returning residents to the highest possible level of function, independence, and quality of life. Whether recovering from a hip replacement surgery, a stroke, a fall, or any other health condition, residents can benefit from our rehabilitation services.

Health & Wellness

Our energetic staff also focuses on socialization as a vital aspect of creating a home-like environment. We supplement wellness by delivering opportunities for residents to maintain a fulfilled and pleasurable stay. Community involvement ranges from exercise classes, beauty shop visits, and pet therapy, to holiday events, community involvement, and religious services.

Special Events

”Try Us Out”

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Thursday, August 3, 9am

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.

Outdoor Pickleball Mixers

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 4th and 18th, 5:30-7:00pm Outdoor Courts

Join us for an evening to get together to play pickleball and meet other pickleball players. This will be a time to enjoy playing with other folks and getting to know each other. Playing partners and courts randomly selected for the evening. Enjoy an evening of friendly competition where it does not matter if you win or lose. Players should have some playing experience and be able to keep score. Refreshments will be served.

Outings

Shady Oaks

Garden Club

Flower Show

Cost: $1 for transportation (50+)

Thursday, August 10th

Leave MPCC at 2:00, return approx. 4:00pm

The show will be held at Atelier 133 and will feature artistic designs, displays of plants and flowers, artistic crafts using plant material and educational exhibits. There will also be an art exhibit by two local artists in the gallery. Please Register by August 9th.

Tennessee Riverboat Co.

Luncheon Cruise

Cost: $41 for transportation and ticket (Ages 50+)

Wednesday, August 16th

Leave MPCC at 9am, return approx. 4pm

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. Tickets go on sale August 1st. Limited seating, no refunds.

Senior Night at the Appalachian Fair

Thursday, August 24th

Leave MPCC at 4pm, return approx. 8pm

Cost: $3 for transportation, $5 admission at the gate

Come join us on Senior Night at one of the best

“county fairs” in the state of Tennessee. Bring $5 to pay at the gate. Please register by August 24th.

Lunch at the Amis Eatery and Mill in Rogersville

Cost: $5 for transportation, lunch on your own at the restaurant (Ages 50+)

Wednesday, August 30th

Leave MPCC at 10:15am, lunch at 11:30am, return approx. 3:00pm

A unique, 1800’s era eatery perched up on a hill overlooking Big Creek Dam and Waterfall. The

menu consists of such delicacies as smoked prime rib, crawfish etouffee, BBQ, huge burgers and homemade desserts. Please Register by August 29th.

Hiking

Hip Hikers*

4-10+ miles, Moderate to difficult trails, heavier elevation gain.

Hiking 101*

• 2-5 miles, easy to moderate trails, low or short elevation gain.

Walkers & Talkers*

• 1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided-tours/ outings.

Hiking Tips!

• Find a hiking buddy

• Be perpared (bring food,water and medicine, phone and maps)

• Know your ability and do your research on the trails.

• Dress in layers.

• Pack it in, pack it out

ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE

• Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming

• Housekeeping and laundry services

• Transportation services

• Concierge services

• Medication administration by licensed nurses

• Disease / medication management

• 24-hour licensed nursing and qualified caregivers

• Respite Care