August 2024 Senior Lifestyles by City of Johnson City

SENIOR SENIOR

Foundation 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.

Congregate Meal Center News

The Senior Foundation, Inc. – Johnson City is in the planning stages for their next fundraising event – Swing Into Action Golf Tournament Friday, October 4, 2024 at Tri Cities Golf Club. Sponsorship levels are Event sponsor — $5,000, Corporate Sponsor — $1,000, Gold Sponsor — $500, Silver Sponsor — $300, Putting Contest Sponsor — $400, Hole Sponsor — $100, Cart Sponsor — $50, or Gift card/certificate Sponsor — $25. Player fees are $80/player in a 4-person select shot tournament. Putting Contest Fee is $10/Player for a limit of 2 per person. Prizes awarded for First Place Team — $100/player, Second place team — $75/player, Third Place Team — $50/ player, Hole-in-One — $10,000, and Putting Contest — $200.

FTHRA serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30am -12pm. Please call 423-434-5723 for more information.

Special Events

“Try Us Out”

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Thursday, August 1, 9am

Are you new to the center or want to know more about programs. Plan to attend a “Try Us Out” session. This is an opportunity to meet staff, check out programs and take a tour of the center. New participants will receive a gift. Please stop by the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.

Senior Single Social Mixer

Cost: $5 (Ages 50+)

Thursday, August 22, 6:00pm Join us for an evening to meet and socialize with other seniors who are single.

Groups & Meetings

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities

Our Holy Bible Study

Mondays, 2pm (Ages 50+)

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

Men’s Bible Study

Thursdays, 8am (Ages 50+)

Come join us as we study the Bible together.

Volunteer Meeting

Monday, August 5th, 10am

Cost: Free

This is our monthly volunteer meeting. An activity is planned and light refreshments will be served. Guest speakers will be Ashley Cavender, the Food Access Program Coordinator with Appalachian RC&D Council and Melanie Johnson, RN, the Director of

Outings Events

Outing tickets will be on sale

Tuesday, July 30 at 9 am.

Ticket sales on July 30 will be limited to two tickets for one outing per person/married couple. Remaining tickets will be available to everyone on July 31 but still limited to two tickets per person.

Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show

Tuesday, August 20th

Leave MPCC at 2:20pm, return approx. 10:00pm

Cost: $69 (includes transportation, ticket fee & meal). Join us as we go on an adventure to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to see a family-friendly dinner show filled with comedy, musical acts and an all you can eat buffet. Please Pre-register. Seats are limited; no refunds.

Appalachian Fair

Thursday, August 22nd

Leave MPCC at 3:30pm, return approx. 8:00pm

Cost: $2 (for transportation)

Its fair season folks! Join us as we go to Gray, TN to enjoy the yearly fair. You will pay for your tickets at the Appalachian fair gate. Lots of walking on uneven terrain. Please Pre-register. Seats are limited; no refunds.

Destination Unknown!

Saturday, August 24

Leave MPCC at 3:00pm, return approx. 11:45pm

Cost $49 for transportation, meal and entertainment. It’s time for another mystery trip – come hungry and get ready for a foot-stompin’ good time in the outdoors! Please

Gentiva Hospice. Interested in volunteering? Check us out!

As the Page Turns (Book

Thursday, August 1st, 10-11am

Club)

Loaner Books Provided (Ages 50+)

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 previous month’s book and you will receive the book for the next month’s meeting.

REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN BOOKS AT EACH MEETING

JCSC Seniors on the Go

Tuesday, August 27th, 3-4:00pm (Ages 50+)

Make new travel friends at the monthly travel meeting! Please pre-register-seating is limited!

pre-register. Seats are limited – no refunds.

Tennessee Valley Railroad (Hiwassee Loop Train Ride)

Friday, August 30th

Leave MPCC at 8:30am, return approx. 10pm

Cost: $75 (includes transportation on motorcoach, admission ticket & boxed lunch)

If you like trains come along as we journey together for a 50 mile, 5 hour loop from Delano, TN. Fastfoodstopon thewaybacktoJohnsonCity. Pre-Register. Seats are limited; no refunds.

Small Group Lunch

Outings:

Suba’s in Mountain City

DATE TO BE RESCHEDULED!

Leave MPCC at 9:30am, return approx. 3:00pm

Cost $2 for transportation; lunch on your own. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a small chef-owned restaurant. You may want to bring a small cooler for one of the fabulous desserts! We’ll also make a stop by Watauga Lake on the return trip. (Waiting list from previous outing have first opportunity)

The Homeplace in Bean Station

Wednesday, August 28

Leave MPCC at 10:15, return approx. 3:30pm

Cost $3 for transportation; lunch on your own

Enjoy home cooking after a beautiful drive around Cherokee Lake. On the return trip, there will be a stop for shopping at Yoder’s Country Market.

Lifelong Learning

Brain-A-Cise (Trivia)

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays in August, 1-2pm

This is a trivia based program. Come exercise for the brain, unleash your potential and be empowered for a brighter tomorrow while showing off your trivia skills. Bring a friend, get a prize.

German Conversation Club

Cost: Free (Ages 16+)

Wednesdays in August, 1011:30am

Lifelong learning of German Language, Culture, History, etc. Attendance is NOT required to participate. DROP-IN/-OUT anytime during the meeting. Simultaneous

ZOOM is used, making our meetings available worldwide. To prevent “echoing,” Please use “ear buds” when more than one computer is in a room. Sharing and show-and-tell are encouraged and always welcome. For more information, contact Lon Felker at 423-408-4670 or at lonsfelker@gmail.com.

Genealogy Club

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm 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.

COMING IN SEPTEMBER!

CERT Emergency Preparedness

Monday, September 9th

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Join us as we talk about training community volunteers to assist in disaster response efforts, which enhancing resilience and ensuring efficient aid and support during emergencies.

Grief Support

If you or someone you know needs grief support, we invite you to join one of our support groups. Our groups are led by a compassionate professional, Chelsa Ervin, LCSW. Chelsa Ervin, LCSW

1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm

Everlan of Johnson City 2623 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN

Please Pre-register. Let’s Make a Play! Cost: $15 (Ages 50+)

Thursdays, 1:00-2:30pm

September 12-November 7

In this 8-week session, playwright and director Jules Corriere will lead participants in a storytelling game which brings forth stories from their own lives. The group will work to develop these stories into scenes that they will act out, culminating in the creation and performance of a one-act play. Senior Foundation Fellowship available for qualified participants.

Hand & Foot Canasta

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Mondays in August, 1-5pm

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

Bingocize®

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Prizes sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services

Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am-10:45am OR 11am11:45am

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

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.

Backgammon

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays 11am-1pm and Wednesdays 1-4pm

Join us as we offer a new game.

Backgammon is a classic board game that combines elements of strategy and luck. The objective is to move all your checkers into your home board and then take them off. Along, the way, players can block and hit each other’s checkers adding strategy to the game.

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 be there to teach you. Come join us!

Ace of Clubs

Duplicate Bridge

(Ages 50+)

Friday, August 2nd & August 16th, 12:304:30pm

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

Bingo

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Prizes sponsored by Mooney’s Pharmacy

Monday, August 19th, 1011am

Come join in on the fun of B-I-NG-O.

Lifelong Sports

Indoor Pickleball at MPCC

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Monday and Wednesday, 7-10am

Courts #1, 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate

Courts #2, 3 – Advanced 10am -1pm

Courts #1, 2 — Beginner

Court #3 — Intermediate/ Advanced

Courts # 4, 5, 6 – Intermediate Tuesday and Thursday 7am-11:30am

Courts #1 — Beginner

Court #2 — Advanced

Courts # 3, 4, 5, 6 – Intermediate Friday

7am – 2:30pm

Paddle Up – All Levels – All Courts

Indoor Pickleball at Keystone

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Monday Friday, 8am-12pm

Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles. No registration required. Open play.

Outdoor Pickleball Play Schedule

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Monday — Sunday 7am — 10pm

Paddle Up – All Levels – MPCC Outdoor Courts 1-12

Senior Billiards

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Monday through Friday, 7am-7pm

Saturday 9am-4pm Four tables available for open play. Newly renovated.

Doubles Table Tennis

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-11am

Mixed doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active.

Senior Corn Hole

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Monday August 12th and Wednesday August 28th 9am-11am

Come join the fun, make new friends, and work on new skills. Boards will be set up outside the senior gathering area.

Senior Olympics

Cost: $40

Various times based upon event or events you are participating in If you are 50 and older you can participate in the First Tennessee District Senior Olympics. Events include golf, bowling, shuffleboard, pickleball, corn hole, table tennis, swimming, basketball (free throw, hot shot and 3 point), and track and field events. Registration forms available at front desk. Every participant receives a tee shirt and you can participate in multiple events. Registration required by August 23.

Ongoing Events Calendar

MONDAY

6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall)

7:00am — 8:00pm Billiards Room

7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00 Pickleball

8:00 Fit and Toned

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

9:00 Mommy & Me Swim

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

10:00 Classic Exercise

10:00 Advanced Tai Chi

10:00 Bingocize

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

11:00 Bingocize

11:00 Qigong for Health

12:00 Beginner Tai Chi

1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta

1:00 Musical Voices

1:00 Treasure Books/Junk Journals

1:30 Classic Exercise

2:00 Our Holy Bible Study

3:00 Line Dance with Martha

4:00-5:45 Open Swim

6:00-7:30 Lap Swim

7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

TUESDAY

7:00am to 8:00 pm Billiards Room

7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

7:00am – 11:00am Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00 Pickleball

8:45 Circuit

9:00 Chair Yoga

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:15 Aquamix (pool)

10:00 Circuit Exercise

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 made Easy

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(Aug-May Only)

4:00 Genealogy

5:30-6:30 Movement for Mind and Body

6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

WEDNESDAY

6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall)

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room

7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00 Pickleball

8:00 Fit and Toned

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

9:00 Mommy & Me Swim

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

10:00 Classic Exercise

10:00 Advanced Tai Chi

10:00 German Conversation

10:00 Bingocize

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 Exercise

2:00 Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session

2:00 Ballroom Dance Practice

3:00-7:30 Lovin Line Dance

4:00-5:45 Open Swim

6:00-7:30 Lap Swim

7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

THURSDAY

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room

7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

7:00am – 11:00am Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00 Pickleball

8:00 Men’s Bible Study

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:00 Chair Yoga

9:15 Aquamix (pool)

10:00 Circuit Exercise

11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)

11:45 Splash (pool)

1:00 Rook

1:30 Delay the Disease

1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice

1:30 Celtic and Old Time Fiddle

1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool

2:00-3:30 Home School Swim(Aug- May Only)

4:30 Dandy Line Dancers

6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

FRIDAY

6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall)

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room

7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

7:00 Pickleball

8:45 Circuit Exercise

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

9:30 Mahjong

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

10:30 Qigong

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

11:30 Advanced Tai Chi

4:00-7:30 Open Swim

7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

SATURDAY

9:00 am — 4:00 pm Billiards Room

9:00am – 4:00pm Fitness Room

9:00 – 3:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

9:15 Saturday Blast

10:30-12:45 Lap Swim

12:45-3:30 Open Swim

Computer Classes

Open Computer Lab

(Ages 18+)

Not available Tuesdays and Fridays in August

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 8a-5p, Monday through Friday. Times/Availability subject to Change.

Digital Skills

Instructor: Makayla Range

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Thursday, August 15th & August 29th, 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 Preregister, limited space available.

Merit Massage Care provides supportive massage care for older adults looking to manage their symptoms from chronic disease or illness.

The philosophy here is all about heart centered care and making the extra effort to ensure your comfort!

Healthy Living

Nurses News

If you have health concerns or questions, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Free Blood Pressure checks and Fasting Blood Sugar checks are available. Call 423-434-6235 for more details. Hours are M-TH, 9am-2 pm.

Super Salads with Homemade Dressings

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Wednesday, August 7, 11am-12pm

Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/TSU

Extension

Why settle for store-bought salad dressing when you can create simple dressings that taste great, cost less and are good for you?

Quick recipes for making your own dressings full of flavor and healthy ingredients. Enjoy a salad bar and sample some dressings following the talk. Please pre-register by calling 434-6237 or stop by the front desk.

Eat Smart: Taste the World at Home

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Thursdays, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10:3011:30am

Speaker: Sarah Ballance, UT/TSU Extension

Are you getting bored with the same old meals? Join us for a series of classes that will feature delicious recipes from around the world, healthy cooking tips, plus money and time saving ideas. Experience a world of flavors with free samples and new recipes. Spots are limited. Pre-registration required by calling 423-434-6237.

Get Healthy Together

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Facilitators: Anna Carpenter & Emilie Bordeau, Health Educators, Washington County Health Department

Monday, August 12, 12-1pm

Let’s help motivate each other on our journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Join us for a discussion about a different health topic each month plus wellness tips and encouragement. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Wit’s Workout ~Brain Fitness

Cost: FREE (Ages 50+)

Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/TSU Extension Agent

Monday August 12, 1-2pm

Join the fun and workout your brain in this interactive program with brain teasers and games aimed at keeping your mind sharp. You’ll love it and your brain will too. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Alzheimer’s & Other Types of Dementia

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Tuesday, August 13, 11am-12pm

Speaker: Nerissa Licup-Taylor, MD, Center for Healthy Aging

Get the latest information, helpful advice and signs to look for if you suspect you or someone you love may have a form of dementia. Gain a better understanding of different types of dementia, how they are diagnosed and treated plus practical tips to help keep your brain healthy. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Cost: FREE (All Ages)

Thursday, August 15, 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.

Photo by Carole Popovics

Photo by Carole Popovicss

Photo by Carole Popovics

Fitness Room

Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options, (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 14+)

Monday through Friday, 7am–8pm Fitness orientation required for new users to the fitness room. There is no preregistration required to use fitness room.

Fit & Toned

Instructor: Kelly Finney

Cost: $2 (Ages 18+)

Mondays & Wednesdays, 8am

One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges. Modifications are shown for exercises for all fitness levels!

Classic

Instructor: Kelly Finney

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

Mondays & Wednesdays, 10am or 1:30pm Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. This class designed to help you 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 & Wednesdays, 10am Fridays, 11:30am Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence based, 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.

Belly Dancing

Instructor Kim McLeod

Cost: $5/class (Ages 16 and older)

Mondays, 1:15-2pm

Do you want to feel enthused and excited about a workout? This fun beginner Belly Dancing class will do just that! Join us as we dance through a workout and have fun all at the same time!

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 based, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors.

Circuit

Instructor: Kelly Finney (Tuesday, Thursday @ 10am) Deb Fogle

(Tuesday, Friday @ 8:45am)

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

Tuesdays & Fridays, 8:45am

Tuesday & Thursday, 10am

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

Instructor: Tricia Korade

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

Tuesday, 9-10am Thursday, 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.

Step It, Move It, Shake It, Lift It

Instructor: Kelly Finney

Cost: $2/class

Fridays, 8:30-9:30am, Tuesdays 6:30-7:15pm

This is a fun outside fitness class that involves steps and movement using interval training. Be ready to move and get in shape with cardio and strength training. Please preregister for these classes.

Ladies Self-defense Class

Instructor: Dixie Neth

Cost: Free

Monday, September 16, 5:30pm Join Dixie in an instructional class

on how to stay safe and aware of your surroundings. Self-awareness is something very important to have to feel confident in your surroundings and prepared for any situation. This class focuses on becoming aware and building confidence as you learn some selfdefense strategies. Taught by a professional self-defense instructor.

Warrior Wellness Workshop

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: Free

Friday, August 9, 9:00am

Join Kathy from Yoga & Wellness for a mini retreat to explore basic yoga poses and a discussion of new classes coming soon! Door prizes will be given out and a fun morning planned to delve into what the craze of yoga is all about.

Sit and Stretch

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: $4/class

Friday, Beginning August 16, 9:00am

This class will incorporate breathing practices and body movements to accomplish strength, flexibility and a feeling of empowerment. This class will be seated and accommodate all levels of mobility.

Flex and Flow

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: $4/class

Wednesday, Beginning August 14, 2:30pm This class will focus on yoga poses as well as a determination to explore opportunities for mindful movement as part of a personal wellness journey.

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 and Outpatient Therapy 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.

Arts

Needlework for Those in Need

If you enjoy crochet or knitting and helping others, we have a surplus of donated yarn, so we are looking for folks to make crib/child size Blankets and Afghans. See Chyrl or Ann for yarn. Donations: currently accepting donations of OUI Yogurt jars for a craft project.

Please call 423-434-6226 for donations of yarn or material prior to dropping off. We do not always have a need, but appreciate you thinking of us.

Mystery Grab Bag Card Making

(Ages 16+)

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin

Cost: $7

Tuesday, August 20 9:00-10:30am

It’s time to clean out my stash of ready to assemble card making kits. The stamping and embossing have been done for you. This is a great opportunity for beginners to see what card making is all about or for the experienced card maker to increase their supply of ready to send cards. The mystery comes into play because you do not know which cards you will receive in your packet of six cards. Cards that will be in the packets include birthday, get well, thinking of you, New Year’s Day, Easter, patriotic, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Come and have some fun crafting and getting to know someone new.

Don’t delay, seats are limited to the first 18 people. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Treasure Books/Junk Journals

Instructors: Mona Bawgus & Donna Smith

Cost: $2 per class (Ages 18+)

Mondays, 1-3pm

Learn the technique of upcycling old books into a more unique personalized book with many uses. Come share ideas and a make a new friend. Basic supplies provided.

Musical Voices

Instructor: Bobbie Pearson

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

Instructor: John Martin

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesdays, 10:00am–12pm

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 423-444-6289.

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.

Celtic and Old Time Fiddle

Instructor: Rheva Myhre Luckey-Smith

Cost: $13 per lesson (Ages 18+)

Thursdays 1:30-2:30pm

Come explore Appalachian, Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes, techniques and history! All levels of experience welcome. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/ Intermediate Level

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+)

Wednesdays 1-2pm

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.

Video Series – Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 7th, 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 –A History of Impressionism

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 28th, 12:30-2pm

In this video series we will explore the fascinating Art movement known as Impressionism, which emerged in 1870s France. Rejecting the rigid rules of the beaux-arts (“fine arts”), Impressionist artists showcased a new way to observe and depict the world in their work.

ARTS

A Tour of Renaissance Italy

Instructor: Brian Maxson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 22nd, 11am-12pm

ETSU professor Brian Maxson will present a slide show featuring a guided tour of the city of Florence, the home of Michelangelo’s David and hometown of Leonardo da Vinci! Our tour will highlight the city’s breathtaking dome, old medieval bridge, huge cathedrals, and will even skip the line to peek into the Uffizi art gallery. Along the way we’ll catch glimpses of the lives of everyday people in the past and present city.

Ukulele for Beginners

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $13 per lesson, includes materials fee (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 8th and 22nd, 3-4pm Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele? Roxanne will cover the basics and pretuned instruments will be available. Please preregister and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Ukulele for Experienced

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel

Cost: $13 per lesson, includes materials fee (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 8th and 22nd, 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.

Amateur Photography Club

Instructor: Maureen Mulroy

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 9th, 1-3:30pm If you are new to the field of digital photography, interested in learning how to use all the “bells and whistles” on your camera, and learn the basic rules of photography, then this club is for you.

Photo Mounting Workshop

Instructor: Maureen Mulroy

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 23rd, 10:30am-12pm

Everyone is to bring their own printed photos to the mounting workshop, Experienced members will need to bring their preferred foam board and spray adhesive; for newer individuals we will have a short lesson about photo mounting before you are trained to use the equipment. You DO NOT need to bring anything except the photos you wish to mount.

Paper Quilling

Instructor: Joan Scott & Martha Rafftery

Cost: $4 per class (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 14th and 28th, 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. Instruction provided for beginner as well as experienced.

Canvas Fun

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: $4 per class (Ages 18+)

Friday, August 9th, 16th, and 23rd 1-3pm

Let’s have fun with canvas, glue, paint, tissue paper, string and maybe some other items! This is a three part class, attending all three is recommended but not required. An apron is a good idea.

Creative Card Making

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin

Cost: $7 (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, August 13th OR Thursday, August 15th, 2-4pm

This is a make it take class that makes a variety of greeting cards. All supplies furnished for 6 cards in each class. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Jewelry Making Class

Instructor: Patty Baker

Cost: $12 (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 21st, 11:30am – 1:30pm Enjoy creating your own jewelry in the company of other crafters! This month’s project is a memory bracelet made of brightly colored random shape and size beads with matching earrings. An example is on display in the Gathering area.

TN State Flag Painting

Instructor: Charline Hughes

Cost: $15 (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 22nd, 12:30-3:30pm

You will be painting a state flag on wood and attaching a hanger. Your creation will be suitable for hanging indoors or outdoors! An apron is recommended.

Zentangle and More

Instructor: Ann Whitson

Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 14th, 12:30-1:30pm

Enjoy easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun ways to create, such as creative doodling, coloring and other relaxing Art forms. Come and enjoy creating with this group!

How to Use Your Sewing Machine

Instructor: Liana Thompson

Cost: $15 (Ages 18+)

Thursday, August 8th, 11:30am-1pm

Bring in your sewing machine (in good working order) and learn to thread it, adjust the tension, clean and oil it. The class will include making a simple project – a Bowl Cozy. You will need ½ yard of fabric – either bring your own or use from what we have here. Future classes will feature making a garment!

Jar in a Basket

Instructor: Patty Baker

Cost: $12 (Ages 18+)

Wednesday, August 28th, 11:30am – 1:30pm

In this class you will weave a basket over a small jar, creating a unique and attractive project with many possible uses. All materials provided. Suitable for any skill level.

Make a Basket with Deb

Instructor: Deb Fogle

Cost: $10 (Ages 18+)

Tuesday, August 27th and Thursday, August 29th, 5:30-7pm

Create a melon basket. Most materials have been donated, offsetting the cost, making this a fantastic time to learn a new crafting skill. Participants will need to attend both sessions.

Line Dance with Martha

(Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level)

Instructor: Martha Davenport

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

Mondays, 3–4:30pm (Ages 12+)

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. For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com

Lovin’ Line Dance

Level 2 (Ages 18+)

Instructor: Sue Ayers

Cost: $4/ (Discount for Silver

Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible)

Wednesdays 3-4pm

If you already know basic line dance steps, we have a spot waiting for you! We’ll enjoy smile-inducing dances each week to a variety of music genres. No spouse/friend needed—just bring YOU and your desire to move to music with fellow line dancers.

Level 3 (Ages 18+)

Instructor: Sue Ayers

Cost: $5/ (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible)

Wednesdays 4:30-6pm

Want to enjoy popular current and classic line dances? This IMPROVER level class (a BIG step above beginner—experience strongly recommended) focuses strictly on high beginner through easy intermediate dances. You’ll be challenged while meeting a lot of great people and having a blast!

Level 1 (Ages 18+)

Instructor: Sue Ayers

Cost: $4/ (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible)

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm

Does music make you want to move? Learn to line dance in this fun and relaxed class perfect for (1) those with NO prior line dance experience or (2) those with past line dance experience wanting to re-learn basic steps. Don’t keep waiting on that friend/spouse/perfect situation— just come give it a try! Feel free to email Sue at pupstergal@ yahoo.com with questions about any of the above classes.

Ballroom Dance Practice

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Thursdays, 1:30pm Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

Dandy Line Dancers (Advanced Line Dancing)

Instructor: Martha Davenport

Cost: Free (Ages 12+) Thursdays, 4:30-6pm

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

Cost: $6 (All Ages Welcome) Fridays, August 9th and 23th, 5:307:30pm New members welcome. Info. Call 423-612-0527 or 423-361-3152

Special Events Calendar – August 2024

Hiking

Walkers & Talkers

1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided-tours

Founders and Kings Commons

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesday, August 8th, 9am

Meet at the farmer’s market pavilion to start our walk.

This will be about 2 miles.

Willow Springs

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesday, August 13th, 9am

This will be a 2 mile walk around the park. Meet in the parking lot at Willow springs.

Hiking 101

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

Rocky Fork

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesday, August 6th, 9am

Come join this Beautiful hike At Rocky Fork State Park. This will be about a 3 mile hike. Meet in the parking lot at the trail head.

Duck Island and Overlook trail

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesday, August 20th, 9am

Rec programs

This will be a 3 mile walk/Hike. This walk will be around the island then a walk down to the overlook trail for a short hike to the lake at Warriors Path State Park. Meet in the parking lot at the Marina.

Persimmon Ridge

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Tuesday, August 27th, 9am

The hike will be about 3 miles. Meet in the parking lot next to the baseball fields of the park.

Hip Hikers

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

Rocky Fork

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Thursday, August 15th, 9am

This hike will be with Ranger Cody Franklin. The hike is about 6 miles round trip. A great hike to see Rocky Fork from the gorge and the cascades along the creek and up to the ridge. Meet in the main Parking lot at Rocky Fork. Please bring a snack and plenty of water. No transportation will be provided by the center.

Remember to stay hydrated – Bring plenty of water!

Please register in advance at 434-6237.

Tri Cities Dance Club

Instructor: Tamarro Taylor

Cost: Free (All Ages)

Fridays, 1-3p

Enjoy International Folk Dance in a relaxed social group. All levels welcome and encouraged. No experience or partner required!

THANK YOU!

The “Community Sewing Group” provided 38 baby blankets/afghans; 145 lap quilts; 344 pet beds; 60 toiletry bags; 42 teddy bears in the past fiscal year to area agencies within the community.