Senior Lifestyles Newsletter - September 2021 by City of Johnson City

Senior Lifestyles VOLUME LXXXVIIII NO. 89

SEPTEMBER 2021

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JCSC Center News

May 2021

All All members members who who have have Silver Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™ or Silver & Fit® Masks are now required inside at Memorial Park Community Center. Please mask up through your insurance. Have you updated your paperwork yet? We need A Yousafe. to allYou who donated with you packing and delivery toBIG keepThank everyone may removeand yourhelped mask when are exercising but other- All through membersyour whoinsurance. have SilverHave Sneakers®, Renew Active™ or Silver & Fit® new forms for folks that are eligible for these programs. Please see front desk new forms for folks that areyou for our Spring for your Seniors Project. With your help, the JCSC Founwise you shouldForward be wearing mask. through your insurance. Have updated your paperwork yet? We need A BIG Thank You to all who donated and helped with packing and delivery if you have not taken care of this during Wesee arefront nowdesk offering all if you have not taken care dation supplied bags withProject. groceries household products to new forms for folks that are eligible for these January programs.2020. Please for our Spring three Forward for filled Seniors Withand your help, the JCSC Founthree programs. So our records are accurate, everyone will be required three programs. ourofrecords 205dation low-income Another event sponsored by the Foundation if you have not takenSo care this during January 2020. We are now offering allto resuppliedseniors. three bags filled with groceries and household products is to the new your certification through center forfor these programs. Please front renew your certification through our center these programs. Please see Swing into Action Fore the Another Cause Golf Tournament held atFoundation Pine OaksisGolf three programs. So our records areour accurate, everyone will be required to re-see 205 low-income seniors. event sponsored by thetheir the The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation is busy planning annual pickleball desk for more information. There are brochures explaining the eligible classes front desk for more information. There are brochures explaining the eligible Course. The date ofFore the the tournament is 2021. May 10, a team Swing into Cause Tournament heldHave at Pine Oaks Golf tournament toAction be held October 29 andGolf 30, The2021. Tournament name is you Paddles Up.new your certification through our center for these programs. Please see front for each of these programs at are the brochures front desk. classes for each of these programs at the front desk. the eligible classes desk for more information. There explaining would like to enter there may still be some by availability, call 423-434-6237 Course. The date of the tournament is May 10, 2021. Have a team you Friday will be a Round Robin Tournament for all levels of play. The Saturday tournafor more information. would enterdoubles there may still be some by availability, 423-434-6237 ment will like be atomixed tournament for intermediate andcall advanced players. The for each of these programs at the front desk. Alert: Alert:Many Manyofofour ourmembers membershave havefragrance fragrancesensitivity. sensitivity. Perfumes, Perfumes,afterHow you helptothe Foundation? ConsiderThe making a donation to the forcan more information. Foundation hopes have at least 100 players. tournament committee is now in Alert: Many of our members have fragrance sensitivity. Perfumes, aftercan you help the Foundation? making a donation to the Johnson City Center Foundation. If you shop at Kroger, can sponshaves and other scented beauty products may may cause allergic reactions. theHow process of Senior securing sponsors for theConsider tournament. If you know of ayou potential aftershaves and other scented beauty products cause allergic Center Foundation. If you shop Kroger, you and other scented beauty products may cause allergic reactions. sorJohnson orsign would like to sponsor the tournament please letat the front desk staff know at shaves also upCity for Senior thehelp Kroger Community Rewards and designate thecan senior To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain from using reactions. To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain also to sign up Community for dollars the Kroger Community Rewards and designate the senior Memorial Park Center.Do you shop at Kroger? Then consider signing up To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain from using center receive when you shop at Kroger. scented products. You!Thank You! from using scentedThank products. forcenter the community and designate the Johnson City Senior Center to scented to receiverewards dollarsprogram when you shop at Kroger. products. Thank You! receive dollars when you shop at Kroger.

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The Johnson City thru. Senior Center is open. Congregate meal is now being served as a drive Reservations must beThere made.is limited activities happening within the center. During the 1st phase of congregate meals willcontinue continue to served asdrive a drive thru only. No meals be phase of opening, opening, congregate meals will bebe served aspermitted a thru service No will be Reservations will be taken on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the following week. “Noto add-ons” will be after the service mealonly. order hasmeals been sent inwill to FTHRA. allowed to be brought into the center. Your meal will be served hot. Reordering process and pick up allowed the contact center. us Your meal be served process and pick(423-434-5723). up If you ordered a meal, the service timeto willbebebrought 12:00p. into Please if you arewill unable to dinehot. on aReordering day that you have reserved procedures remain thesame. same. Meals will be served for those who havewill made reservations between 12:00 and 12:30 procedures will remain the

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Casserole 3PizzaPizza Casserole Brussel Sprouts Brussel Sprouts Corn Corn Texas Toast Texas Toast Hamburger w/ onion Baked Beans 10 Hamburger w/ onionCLOSED Baked Beans & mayo Bun & mayo Bun Whole PotatoesLABOR DAY

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Oven Fried Fried Chicken Chicken Oven Scalloped Potatoes Scalloped Potatoes Lima Beans Lima Beans Dinner Roll Dinner Roll Cheese Omelet Spaghetti w/ meatCheese SausageOmelet sauce Sausage Grits Italian Mix Vegetables Grits

Menu May Menu for May Menu forfor September 5 51 Orange Juice Texas Toast Orange Biscuit w/Juice gravy

Biscuit w/ gravy

Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday

Country Style Steak Country Steak Pears Pears Breaded FishStyle w/ tartar Bun w/ gravy Dinner Roll Roll w/ gravy Dinner sauce Mashed Potatoes Mashed& Tomatoes Potatoes Macaroni Peas & Carrots

& Carrots MixPeas Vegetables Breaded Fish w/ tartar Bun 12 Breaded w/ tartar Bun Alfredo 128 sauceChicken Fish sauce BroccoliPotatoes Scalloped Scalloped Potatoes Peach Cobbler Green Beans Green DinnerBeans Roll Chicken Carrots 19 Breaded Chili DogChicken w/ onions Dinner Breaded Carrots Roll 1915 Tenders Potato&Wedges Tenders Dinner Roll Macaroni Cheese Baked Beans Macaroni & Cheese BunHam Baked

Thursday Thursday

ChickenChicken 6 62CheesyCheesy Peach Chicken Salad Peach Cobbler TropicalCobbler Fruit 7 Spaghetti Texas Toast

Spaghetti Shredded Lettuce Vegetable Medley Macaroni Salad

Vegetable Medley

Texas BreadToast (2)

Sliced Turkey Breast Tropical Fruit

Bread (2)Fruit Sliced Turkey Ham Breast 13 9w/ mayoSliced Bread (2)Tropical

Friday Friday Taco Casserole PizzaCasserole Casserole Taco Chips Taco TexasChips Toast 73 Taco Cauliflower Cauliflower Cornbread Cornbread Apple Crisp Apple CrispTidbits Pineapple Chili Mac Casserole Cornbread Chili Mac Casserole Cornbread Meatball Sub 14 10 Corn Au Gratin Potatoes CinnamonCorn Applesauce

Bread (2) Lettucew/Lettuce &mayo Tomato& Tomato Lettuce & Tomato Green Beans Cole Slaw Cinnamon Applesauce Cole Slaw Cole SlawJell-O Bun Fruited Tuna Salad w/ crackers Mandarin Oranges 21 Meatball sub w/ mozz. Bun Tuna Salad w/ crackers TunaLettuce Salad Oranges cheese w/ mozz. Bun Chili Macsub Casserole Bread (2)Mandarin 21 17 Meatball 20 16Shredded Shredded Bread (2) Shredded Lettuce Fruit Fluff cheese Pasta Salad Green Beans Sweet Potato Fries Pasta SaladCucumber Bread (2) Marinated CarrotsPotato Fries Corn Sweet Chicken Parmesan Dinner Roll Salisbury Steak w/ gravy Tomatoes Cornbread Corn 28 Pasta w/ sauce Steamed Cheese Parmesan Omelet & Biscuit/Gravy Chicken Dinner Roll Sloppy JoeSteak Pineapple Bun Salisbury w/ gravy Tomatoes 23Italian Mixed 27 24 Rice 28 Vegetables Green Beans & Rice Dinner Roll Pineapple Sausage Pasta w/ sauce Broccoli Steamed Sliced Apples Grits Mixed Vegetables Italian Warm Pear Green BeansSlices & Dinner Roll OrangeApples Juice Sliced

Whole Potatoes Baked Apples 17 Chicken Pot Pie HOLIDAY Biscuit 18 Chili Dog w/ mustard & Baked Beans 20 1713Chicken Baked Dog w/ mustard & Dinner Meatloaf RollBeans PotChicken Pie Breaded Brussel Sprouts onions Bun Steamed Broccoli Biscuit 1814 Chili Bun onions MashedWedges Potatoes Steamed Tenders Dinner Roll Potato BakedBroccoli Apples Potato GreenWedges Peas Baked Apples Macaroni & Cheese Meatloaf Dinner Roll Beef Goulash Dinner Roll 24 27 25 26 Sweet Potatoes Hamburger Baked Ham Mashed Potatoes Green BeansSteak Dinner Chicken Spaghetti Dinner Roll Meatloaf Dinner Roll Country Style DinnerRoll Roll Goulash 2420 Beef 2521 2622Broccoli w/ cheese SweetPotatoes Potatoes Sweet Green Pears BrusselPeas Sprouts Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Dinner Roll w/ cheese Corn Broccoli BakedPeas Apples Mix Vegetables Green Pears Bun Roll Dinner 31 BBQ Pork 30 Sweet & Sour Meatballs Pineapple 29 Turkey Sandwich Mandarin Oranges 3127 Oven Fried Chicken Dinner Roll 28 Potato Wedges Shredded Lettuce Bread (2) Steamed Rice Dinner Roll Scalloped Potatoes Baked Beans Macaroni Salad Spinach Green Beans BunAll servings are 1/2 cup. All entrees are 3 oz. servings or one portion. **Menu may change due to weather and availability. One 2% milk is included with each meal.

MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIAL DAY NO MEALS SERVED

NO MEALS SERVED

One2% 2%milk milkisisincluded includedwith with each each meal. meal. All All servings servings are are 1/2 1/2 cup. cup. All All entrees entrees are are 33 oz. oz. servings servings or or one one portion. portion. **Menu may change due to weather and availability. One Congregate Meals will be served from 12:00-12:15 for those who have registered. At 12:15 continuing until 12:25 if there is food available, it will be served to those who did not register but have shown up to eat lunch. Please register in advance to ensure your meal!

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Arts & Crafts Creative Card Making (Ages 16+) Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Tuesday, September 14 9-10:30a OR Thursday, September 16 2-3:30p Join us as we create homemade greeting cards to share with friends and family. We will be making a variety of cards this month. You will be making 6 cards and will be competing the stamping and embossing yourself. Don’t delay, seats are limited in number. Two classes offered. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot! Amateur Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free First Monday of the month 1-3p, will meet on Monday, September 13 If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us! Next Step Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free Third Wednesday of each month at 6p-8p 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 – How to Look at and Understand Great Art (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2p In these lectures we will be introduced to the components of art – color, line, perspective, and composition as well as point of view, motion, light and texture. We will learn how the artist uses symbolism and communicates a message to the viewer. Many different media will be included and many great works of art featured. The course covers great art from the 13th century to the present.

Senior Lifestyles instruction needed in technique or skill. Materials will be available for anyone who needs them. Beginning to End….Canvas Creations (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Tuesday September 14 3-5p 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. Sewing Group - A Community Service Project (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free Wednesdays 1-3:30p We have a surplus of fabric which 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 quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be made available. Items made will be donated to the community. Acrylics Class (Ages 50+) Instructor: Art Holsclaw Cost: $10 Wednesdays 12:30–2:30p Join “Art” Holsclaw 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. Paper Making Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $7 for the series Thursday & Friday September 16 & 17 12-2p Though today almost all paper is manufactured, handmade paper survives as a specialized craft and a medium for artistic expression. Handmade paper is appreciated for its uniqueness and the skill involved in making it. This class will use tools and technologies similar to those existing hundreds of years ago in China, Asia, and later in Europe. All materials furnished.

Video Series - Masterworks of American Art (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free Last Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2p In this video series we will explore the remarkable history of American Art from its origins in the colonial past until shortly before the First World War. Like the early Americans it is forward-looking, innovative and sometimes rebellious.

Pen & Ink Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $3 Monday September 27 1-3p Come and explore the old fashioned dip pen and black India ink. We will learn about the techniques used in ink for shading and texture and work on a drawing. Step by step instruction will be provided. We will be using a basic all-purpose Hunt 56 pen nib. All supplies furnished, but feel free to bring your own materials if you wish. An apron is recommended.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy (Ages 18+) Instructor- Ann Whitson Cost: Free Tuesdays 1-2:30p Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Bring your materials and projects and take advantage of any

Silk Painting for Wearable Art (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $12 for the series Thursday and Friday September 23 & 24 Two classes offered: 9a-12p OR 1-4p Join Sherry for her next Silk Painting class and create something beautiful, unique and useful! You will learn

Page 3 new and interesting technique using a variety of fascinating tools and materials. Cost includes all supplies and instruction. An apron is recommended. Paint Pouring on Canvas (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $8 for the series Monday & Tuesday September 20 & 21 1-3p Paint pouring is a fun and easy way to create beautiful and unique Art. As you work you will see the paints blend into a beautiful mix of colors, swirls and patterns on your canvas. All materials furnished. An apron is recommended. Mitten Tree Project Each December we host girls from Girls Inc. for a Christmas gathering where they receive a gift of hats, scarves and mittens. We are collecting these items from our members for this event and would like to invite you to knit or crochet for this worthwhile project. There is yarn and other supplies here at the center if you need them. Contact Chyrl or Ann for supplies or information. Any donations for this project are greatly appreciated! Mosaic Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Melissa Wiley Cost: $45 Wednesday September 8 9a-12p Come and explore the creativity of Mosaics. We will be making a 5x5 plaque entitled “Shine Your Light” using stained glass, beads and mirror. Cost includes all materials, instruction and use of tools. Please dress appropriately (covered shoes and long pants). Pieces will be grouted for you and available for pickup within a week. Heart Strings (Ages 50+) 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. Mountain Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/Intermediate Level (Ages 18+) Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $20 for four lessons Wednesday September 8, 15, 22, 29 2-3p 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 Learn to Play the Ukulele (Ages 18+) Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost $25 for the Series, includes materials fee Second & Fourth Thursdays 3-4pm Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele? Here is your opportunity!Roxanne will cover the basics and pre-tuned instruments will be available. Come and join in for something new and different!

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Photos featured here and on pages 5 & 13 by Next Step Photography Club Member Wayne Mast

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Photo by: Wayne Mast

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Sept. 16 2:30 p.m.

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Groups & Meetings Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies - Grandparent and Relatives Raising Relative Children Monday, September 13 10a 2nd Monday of each month 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. Coffee & Light Refreshments will be provided. Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study Mondays at 2p (Ages 50+)

Groups & Meetings/Outings Join us for this open discussion Bible study. Share what you have learned throughout the years.

Travel Corner

Thursdays at 8a (Ages 50+) Men’s Bible Study.

JCSC Seniors on the Go will meet on Thursday, September 9 at 3:00 pm. Please call the Senior Services desk at 434-6237 to pre-register.

Wednesday Bible Study Last Wednesday of each month at 10a, will meet on September 29. (Ages 50+)

This month’s state park highlight focuses on Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in nearby Elizabethton. The Park protects the land that was the location of several important historical events that occurred in the late 18th century. Leaving the English colonies, settlers began arriving along the Watauga Old Fields, in search of a new life on what was Cherokee land. John Carter, one of the primary political, military and business leaders of this era, and his son Landon, built a home, the Carter Mansion, three miles from Sycamore Shoals. This structure is the oldest standing frame house in Tennessee and dates back to the mid to late 1770s. The 24th Annual Fort Watauga Knap-In is scheduled for September 11-12. Knapping—with a “K”—has nothing to do with sleep! Knapping is the art of making stone tools, and the Knap-In at Fort Watauga is a celebration of Tennessee Archaeology Week. Watch primitive skills craftsmen make arrowheads, spear points and other survival

As the Page Turns (Book Club) (Ages 50+) 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: August: The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman September: Pompeii by Robert Harris

Outings Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise (Ages 50+) Wednesday, September 1 Load time 8:45a, Leave MPCC at 9a, return approx. 4p Cost: $38 Charter bus sponsored by the Johnson City Senior Center Foundation 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. Fort Loudoun and Sequoyah Birthplace Museum (Ages 50+) Tuesday, September 14 Load time 6:45a, Leave MPCC at 7:00a, return approx. 6:30p Cost: $20 Charter bus sponsored by the Johnson City Senior Center Foundation

Enjoy a guided tour of Fort Loudon State Historic Park, one of the earliest British fortifications on the western frontier in 1756. The fort was reconstructed during the Great Depression and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. Following the tour, a picnic lunch will be provided at the outdoor picnic area. After lunch, travel across the road to the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum, where you will experience the life of Sequoyah and his personal quest to create a written language for the Cherokee. Please note, the tours require walking outdoors on paved trails with some steep areas. Bring $2.50 in cash for entrance to the museum; museum cost is not included in the reservation fee. Limited seating, no refunds.

September 2021 tools. There will be demonstrations of primitive tools such as the bow, arrow and atlatl throughout the day. There is still space available to visit historic Fort Loudoun and Sequoyah Museum on September 14. Travel by comfortable motor coach and enjoy a picnic lunch provided by the Center. Register soon before the bus is full! Register early for the day trip to the Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte on November 15. This trip will be on a charter bus. Register and pay at the Senior Services desk. Fee of $27 is for transportation; you will purchase your ticket for the Show at the gate when you arrive. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to be immersed in the Christmas spirit. Information is available on a 3-night trip to historic Savannah October 25-28. Cost is $599 per person based on double occupancy (other rates apply for single, triple and quad). Trip is offered by Knoxville Transportation Group; travel insurance is available for an additional fee. Call or stop by the Senior Services desk for all the details and plan your fall escape to beautiful Savannah, Georgia. Payment will be made directly to the tour operator.

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Volunteers/Games/Dance

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Ready, Set, Serve...Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Volunteer Meeting: Monday, September 13th 10a Guest Speaker: Mikelle Ward with CASA of Northeast Tennessee will peak your awareness and interests about the volunteer opportunities available. Learn of upcoming volunteer opportunities

Games Hand & Foot Canasta (Ages 50+) Monday 1p-5p Cost: FREE Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers. Pinochle (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1p-5p Cost: FREE A trick taking card game for four. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers. Rook (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1p-5p 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! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers. Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge (Ages 50+) Fridays 12:30p If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge. Join the fun! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Line Dance with Martha (Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) (Ages12+) Mondays 3:30p – 5:00 p Instructor: Martha Davenport 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. Dandy Line Dancers (Ages 12+) (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays, 5:30-7p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: FREE For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com 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. Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1:30p Cost: Free Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing. Johnson City Grand Squares (Ages 50+) Second and Fourth Fridays 5:30-7:30pm Cost: $6 Starting in August. Harvest Dance – Kids Our Age September 10th 6:00p-9:00p Cost: $5 (Discount for SilverSneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible) MPCC Gym Absolute Beginner Line Dance (Level 1) Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $30 (Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants discount $20) 6-week series on Wednesdays, beginning September 8 – October 13, 4:30-5:30p Have fun exercising your body and brain during this class designed for those who are new to line dancing and want to learn the basic steps. During each week’s class, we will apply steps learned to date to 1 or 2 new line dances that span various types of music. We will also review 1-2 dances from previous weeks during each of these sessions. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes since we will be on our feet during each entire session. Flip flops or thong-type sandals are definitely not recommended. Hope to see you on the dance floor! Please Pre-register. Absolute Beginner Line Dance (Level 2) Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $30 (SilverSneakers, Renew Active, Silver and Fit discount $20) 6-week series on Wednesdays, beginning September 8 – October 13, 6-7p Have fun exercising your body and brain during this class designed to pick up where Absolute Beginner Level 1 left off. If you are already comfortable with basic line dance steps but didn’t attend the previous class, we’d love to have you join in the fun as well! We will layer more complex steps on top of the basic steps you already know and dance to many types of music. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Hope to see you on the dance floor! Please Pre-register.

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Restaurant-Style Dining Weekly Housekeeping Transportation Services 24/7 Emergency Response/Security

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MONDAY

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THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

9:00 TN Riverboat Cruise

10:00 As the Page Turns

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

8:30 Hiking Meeting

5:30 Johnson City Grand Squares

12:30 Video - How to Look at and Understand Great Art

8:00 Fasting Blood Sugar Screening 9:00 Mosaic Class 9:30 Beginning French 11:00 Level 1 French 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lesson Series 4:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 1) 6:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 1)

Closed for Labor Day

3:00 JCSC Seniors on the Go

6:00 Harvest Dance

3:00 Learn to Play the Ukulele Series

10:00 Coffee & Conversations for Grandfamilies

1:00 Amateur Photography Club

7:00 Fort Loudoun Outing 7:30 Hike to Buffalo Mtn 9:00 Creative Card Making 10:00 Think Fast to Prevent Falls 3:00 Beginning to EndCanvas Creations

9:30 Beginning French 10:30 Instant Pot/Air Fryer Cooking 11:00 Level 1 French 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lesson Series 4:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 2) 6:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 2) 6:00 Next Step Photography

9:30 Walkers Talkers

9:30 Beginning French 10:00 Balance Screening 11:00 Level 1 French 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lesson Series 4:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 3) 6:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 3)

9:00 Silk Painting for Wearable Art Series

1:00 Silk Painting for Wearable Art Series

3:00 Learn to Play the Ukulele Series

5:30 Johnson City Grand Squares

10:00 Volunteer Meeting

1:00 Paint Pouring on Canvas Series 5:30 Ocean Cruising on a Sailboat

27 1:00 Pen & Ink Class 5:30 Diabetes Prevention

10:00 Better Balance Exercises 1:00 Paint Pouring on Canvas Series

28 7:30 Hiking 101 Wing Deer 10:00 Medications, Balance & Falls 11:00 Atrial Fib Facts 1:00 Building Resilience for Overcoming Adversity

29 9:30 Beginning French 11:00 Level 1 French 12:30 Video - Masterworks of American Art 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lesson Series 4:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 4) 6:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 4)

7:30 Hike to Buffalo Mtn

12:00 Paper Making Class Series

2:00 Creative Card Making

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Schedule of Activities Fit & Toned (Ages 18+) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8a Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges. Outshine Fitness (Ages 18+) Tuesday, 8a Cost: $2 Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg This outdoor workout is a great class to add to your fitness regimen. By combining an outdoor walk/run with weighted exercises, this class shows instant results! The class features a “go at your own pace” format, so it welcomes all varieties of fitness levels. As your energy level and strength increase, so will the difficulty of the class. Classic (Ages 50+) Monday and Wednesday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. Classic (Ages 50+) Monday and Wednesday, 1:30p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Advanced (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). Instructor: Tonya Van Hook 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 (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11a Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® 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

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of the body and promote relation and mindfulness. Class work also includes warmups, gentle stretching of all the major joints, and breath work. Evidence-based 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. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Beginner (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12p Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, 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. Circuit (Ages 50+) Tuesday and Friday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg 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 (Ages 50+) Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30-2:30p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Rise & Shine Yoga (Ages 50+) Thursday 8-9a Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg This is an outdoor gentle style Yoga Class where you will connect with your mind, body, and Mother Nature. You will explore seated, standing, and lying down postures along with Meditation, Mindfulness, and Somatic Resourcing techniques. This class requires movement to the floor without assistance. Bring your own mat, blocks, straps, and any other props you may need.

Yoga “Just Breathe” Tuesday & Thursday 11a-12:30p (Ages 18+) Cost: $5/class Instructor: Dixie Neth 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. Focus is on precise alignment of spine, breath work, and emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity as we stretch and strengthen our mind and bodies. Bring your own mat, yoga blanket, blocks, and yoga straps. Group Exercise Guidelines Preregistration recommended for the above classes. Class size limited to 20 participants. Fitness Room Monday through Friday 7a – 7p No preregistration required to use fitness room Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

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. Free Blood Pressure Checks Cost: FREE Monday – Thursdays, 9a-2p Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood pressure check. No appointment required. Free Fasting Blood Sugar Screening Wednesday, September 8, 8-10a Cost: FREE Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood sugar check (done by fingerstick). For best results, do not eat or drink anything except water 8-12 hours prior to testing. If you have any questions about pre-diabetes or diabetes, feel free to stop by or call 423-434-6235 to set up a time to discuss with our nurse. Better Balance Series (18+) Cost: FREE Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register for each session that you plan to attend. Tuesday, September 14, 10-11a – Think First to Prevent Falls Tips for fall prevention, solutions for living safely at home plus concussion discussion. Tuesday, September 21, 10-11a Better Balance Exercises Wear comfortable shoes and join us to learn some exercises that you can do at home to improve your balance. Wednesday, September 22, 10-11:30a Free Balance Screenings Physical Therapists from PT Solutions will

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be providing free balance assessments and advice. Call 423-434-6237 to schedule your individual appointment. Tuesday, September 28, 10-11a Medications, Balance & Falls Pharmacist to discuss medication management that could help prevent falls, bone health concerns and tips for sleeping better.

Instant Pot & Air Fryer Cooking (18+) Wednesday, September 15, 10:30-11:30a Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, UT Extension Come find out why people have fallen in love with their Instant pots and air fryers. It could be your answer to healthy, fast, delicious food. Get tips for using these countertop appliances that have changed the way many cook. Get yummy, healthy recipes and meal ideas. Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister. Diabetes Prevention – Take Back Your Health (18+) Monday, September 27, 5:30-7:00p Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Elizondo, UT Extension This year long healthy lifestyle program can help you lose weight and reverse the onset of Type 2 diabetes. Regular meetings will educate and motivate you to improve your eating habits and become more physically active. Come learn about the yearlong program, the schedule, the benefits, the commitment and the cost to participate. Take the first step to a healthier you! Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237. Atrial Fib Facts (18+) Tuesday, September 28, 11a-Noon Cost: FREE Speaker: Raza Hussain, MD (Medical Resident) Get the facts about atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rate that can increase your risk of strokes, heart failure and other heart related complications. Learn about treatment options including cardioversion, medications used to maintain heart rate and rhythm, blood thinners, catheter ablation and other surgical procedures. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register. Building Resilience for Overcoming Adversity (18+) Tuesday, September 28, 1:00-2:00p Cost: FREE Speaker: Beverly Owens, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Family Therapist Beverly will discuss the importance of resilience when facing life’s many challenges. Learning to adapt and grow through adversity involves keeping your cup full by nurturing your mental, emotional, spiritual

and physical health. Gain some insights and inspiration to help in navigating the struggles we face and emerge even stronger. Pleasepre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

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Ongoing Events MONDAY

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7:00 am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

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8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Classic 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta 1:30 Classic 2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 3:30 Line Dance with Martha

8:00 Outshine 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Senior Basketball 10:00 Circuit 10:00 Heart Strings Jam Session 1:00 Pencil Drawing 1:30 Delay the Disease 1:30 Chair Yoga 2:00 Brain-a-Cise

8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Classic 10:00 Bible Study (Last Wednesday of month) 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 12:30 Acrylics 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Sewing Group 1:30 Classic

8:00 Rise and Shine Yoga 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 German Club 10:00 Senior Basketball 1:00 Rook 1:30 Delay the Disease 1:30 Chair Yoga 1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers

8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Circuit 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge

Aquatics Lap Pool Schedule: Lap Swim (Teens, Adults and Seniors) Monday through Friday 11:00a- 3:30p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Need time to swim? We offer several different time options. Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging or just doing your own thing we have a time to fit your needs. Open Swim Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4-5:45p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Recreation swim is perfect for bringing the kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult, 16 years or older at

all times. Also, any child who requires flotation devices of any kind must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times.

Teaching Pool Schedule: Mommy and Me : Monday-Friday 12pm-1pm Cost: $1 (Ages 4 and under) Enjoy Mommy and Me swim time with your children! All guardians have to be in the pool with their child. Home School Swim Tuesday/Thursday 2-4p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Enjoy fun swim time in the pool! Parents are welcome to join. 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult 16 years or older.

Therapy Pool Schedule: Adult Only Open Therapy (Adults & Seniors) Monday/Wednesday/Friday 7a-7p

Tuesday/Thursday 7-11a and 1-7p Cost: $2 per visit or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® 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.

Water Aerobics Schedule: Morning Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-10a Cost: $4 per visit or $40 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry Start your day with a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

Evening Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Tuesday/Thursday 6-7p Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Get in shape, this shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. Aquamix Days: Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-10:15a Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McCead Looking for a challenging workout? Get in over your head with us for some intense water aerobics. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. All equipment is provided. Arthritis Days: Tuesday/Thursday 11:00-11:40a Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry

Have a form of arthritis? This is an activity that can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. This class helps get you moving with a low impact exercise. It is held in our therapy pool which is equipped with a handicap lift. Splash Tuesday/Thursday 11:4512:45a Cost: $3 per visit Instructor: Heidi Perry A fun program geared towards senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical well-being.

Private Swim Lessons Days and Times: Will be scheduled with instructor Cost: 5-30 Minute Lessons $100 5-45 Minute Lessons $150 5- 1 Hour Lessons $175 Instructor: Heidi Perry

Lifelong Learning Meet our new Fitness Program Staff Lifelong Learning

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Leslie Ann Ellingburg

She is one of our newest staff members and she will be responsible for teaching and programming all the senior fitness offerings here at the Johnson City Senior Center. Leslie is originally from Johnson City and after many years away has returned to the area. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from ETSU, has over twelve years of experience in the fitness & wellness industry, is a Certified 200 Hr Yoga Instructor, a Certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and is a Trauma Informed Instructor through Yoga 4 Trauma. She has also completed both levels of the Yoga 4 Eating Disorders Mentoring Program. Leslie’s fitness philosophy is that of helping individuals reconnect to their bodies, find movement that is enjoyable to them, and how to have fun with fitness. When she isn’t working out or here at the Senior Center, you can find Leslie walking her dog Winston at the park, teaching and performing dance, honing her photography skills, drinking coffee, and reading.

Meet our new Hiking and Sports Coordinator Michelle Jenkins I was born in Chattanooga Tn. I am the youngest of 7. I have 2 brothers and 4 sisters. I am happily married. I have a beautiful daughter and step daughter. We also have a wonderful granddaughter that just started first grade. I taught Kindergarten for 23 years in South Carolina. I love animals and being outside. I am so happy to be the new Hiking coordinator. What a fun job I have!

New Yoga Classes Offered at Senior Center September is National Yoga Month, an observance created by the Department of Health & Human Services, and was created to educate the public about the many benefits of Yoga and inspire healthy lifestyle choices. Yoga is a practice that originated in India and has been around for thousands of years. Yoga has many dimensions and limbs which makes it accessible to everyone. Through mindfulness and meditation, breathing exercises, movement, and lifestyle philosophies, Yoga can benefit one’s life in many ways. This practice has been shown to: improve balance and flexibility, decrease stress and its hormones such as cortisol, improve breathing functionality, decrease anxiety and nervousness, improve posture and sleep, foster a better body image, generate an overall sense of well-being, and so much more. To celebrate National Yoga Month, Senior Services is launching new Yoga Classes! So come by the center and join instructor Leslie Ann Ellingburg to give Yoga a try and start reaping the benefits. For class dates and times see the Upcoming Events calendar.

Beginning French (Ages 18+) Wednesdays, 9:30a-11:00a 8 week series beginning September 8-October 27 Cost: Free Instructor: Lise Spaller A French class for beginners. Come join us Please Pre-register. Registration will close after September 8. Level 1 French Continued (Ages 18+) Wednesdays, 11:30a-1:00p 8 week series beginning September 8-October 27 Cost: Free Instructor: Lise Spaller This class is a continuation of Level 1 French Please Pre-register. Registration will close after September 8. Ocean Cruising on a Sailboat - An Introduction (Ages 18+) Monday, September 20 5:30-7p Instructor: David Alexander Cost: Free Have you ever dreamed of going sailing in the ocean on your own boat? Sailing long distances to far away destinations? Or living full time or part time on a sailboat? The class will be a brief introduction and cover topic such as cost, difficulty, safety, destinations, and the sheer wonder of the experience. The class will be presented by Dave Alexander who has been an ocean cruiser for twenty years, and sailed approximately 20,000 nautical miles, half being with his wife and half as a solo sailor. His cruising experience includes two monohulls and a catamaran. If there is adequate interest in the topic, Mr. Alexander is prepared to continue with class sessions, so join in if Ocean Cruising is something that interests you. Please Pre-register. Brain-a-Cise (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 2p-3p Cost: Free 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! Johnson City German Club (Ages 18+) Thursdays, 10a-11:30a Cost: Free Lifelong Learning of German Language, Culture, History. Membership is FREE. Attendance is NOT required. Simultaneous ZOOM is used. SHARING and “Show-and-Tell” are encouraged and always welcome. Weekly BLOG reports are posted at https://herrpollock.livejournal.com. For more information, contact Mark Pollock, EMAIL markpollock1944@icloud.com.

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Hiking & Walking

Hiking Meeting Hiking Meeting (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Thursday September 9 8:30a We will have a meeting to talk about upcoming hikes and to answer any questions.

Hiking 101* Winged Deer Park Johnson City, TN (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday, September 28, 7:30a We will hike nature trail and a little of the paved trail. Bring a snack or light lunch and plenty of water. Hike will be around 2 miles. Leaving MPCC and carpooling if needed; returning to MPCC by 11:00p.

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Step into Fall with a New Walking Program Even though we are in the Dog Days of Summer, it’s not too late to begin thinking about fall and all the festivities that come with it—like the upcoming Step into Fall walking challenge hosted by the Senior Center! Open to everyone, this program aims to increase step count, prepare participants for the citywide Turkey Trot, and keep everyone motivated and moving during this time of year. Step into Fall is a six program that includes a special weekly walking group lead by Memorial Park Community Center staff and culminates in the Turkey Strut! This program runs 10/1-11/12 with the Turkey Strut being held the week of November 15th. Registration is required and ends September 17th. Cost is $5 which will include a shirt and a pedometer if participants don’t have wearable technology or a tracker. For more information please contact Leslie Ann Ellingburg at lellingburg@johnsoncitytn.org.

Hip Hikers*

Buffalo Mountain Park Johnson City TN (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday, September 14, 7:30a and Thursday, September 16, 7:30a The trail is an in-and-out hike. Start at the upper parking lot .We will hike the White Rock trail, Stop at Huckleberry Knob and Sunset Point to enjoy the views. We will hike to Tip Top Overlook and then head back. This trail is rated as Intermediate and the group should plan on a three and a half miles of hiking. Bring snack or light lunch and plenty of water. Leaving from MPCC Carpooling if needed; and returning to MPCC by 1p. Please sign up for one or the other not both (doing the same hike twice to accommodate more people)

Walkers & Talkers* Tweetsie Trail Johnson City, TN (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday, September 21, 9:30a This is a graveled surface. Walk will consist of about 2 miles which has some shading by trees. Bring plenty of water and a light snack. Leaving from MPCC and returning to MPCC by 11. Talking about upcoming step challenge. 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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Community Center Recreation Programs

September 2021

Lifestyle Sports

Let’s Meet In The Park!

Pickleball (Ages 18+) Gym 1 – Mon, Wed, and Fri 9:00a-12:00p Gym 2 – Mon through Fri 9:00a-12:00p Outdoor courts are available Cost: FREE 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 Senior Billiards (Ages 18+) Monday through Friday 7:00a-7:00p No registration required, No time limit or number of players No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers Cost: FREE

Men’s Senior Softball (Ages 60+) Registration forms for the upcoming 2021 season are available at the front desk. Doubles Table Tennis (Ages 50+) Each Mon, Wed, and Fri 9:00a-11:00a Cost: FREE 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 (Ages 50+) Gym 1 – Tues and Thurs 10a -12p Cost: Free Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds.

September 2021

Community Center Recreation Programs

Senior Events

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