Senior Lifestyles Newsletter - 2021 by City of Johnson City

Senior Lifestyles VOLUME XC NO. 90

OCTOBER 2021

Center News

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JCSC Center News

Masks are now required inside at Memorial Park Community Center. Please mask up to keep everyone safe. You may remove your mask when you are exercising but otherwise you should be wearing your mask.

Foundation News

The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation is busy planning their annual pickleball tournament to be held October 29 and 30, 2021. The Tournament name is Paddles Up and. Friday will be a Round Robin Tournament for all levels of play. The Saturday tournament will be a mixed doubles tournament for intermediate and advanced players. The Foundation hopes to have at least 100 players. The tournament committee is now in the process of securing sponsors for the tournament. If you know of a potential sponsor or would like to help sponsor the tournament please let the front desk staff know at Memorial Park Community Center. Do you shop at Kroger? Then consider signing up for the community rewards program and designate the Johnson City Senior Center to receive dollars when you shop at Kroger.

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Attention

All members who have Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™ or Silver & Fit® through your insurance. Have you updated your paperwork yet? We need new forms for folks that are eligible for these programs. Please see front desk if you have not taken care of this during January 2020. We are now offering all three programs. So our records are accurate, everyone will be required to renew your certification through our center for these programs. Please see front desk for more information. There are brochures explaining the eligible classes for each of these programs at the front desk.

Alert: Many of our members have fragrance sensitivity. Perfumes, aftershaves and other scented beauty products may cause allergic reactions. To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain from using scented products. Thank You!

Congregate Meal Congregate meal is served in the dining room. Reservations must be made. Reservation sheets for meals are placed outside the dining room doors. Locate your name and place a checkmark in the reserved column for the days that you wish to come to eat. All orders must be placed 48 hours in advance. “No add-ons” will be permitted after the meal order has been sent in to FTHRA. No outside food “to share” will be permitted at this time. If you ordered a meal, the service time will be 12:00p. Please contact us if you are unable to dine on a day that you have reserved (423-434-5723). Meals will be served for those who have made reservations between 12:00 and 12:20. At 12:20, meals will be given out to those who have shown up to eat but forgot to reserve.

FTHRA Nutrition Program Monday

Tuesday

Menu for October Wednesday

Thursday

Biscuit

Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Peas Dinner Roll

Breaded Fish w/ tartar Bun sauce Scalloped Potatoes Corn

11 Salisbury Steak w/

Peas & Carrots Dinner Roll

Breaded Chicken Green Beans Tenders Dinner Roll Macaroni & Cheese

Egg Patty Grits Sausage Orange Juice

Biscuit/Gravy

18 Chicken & Dumplings

Biscuit

Chili Dog w/ onions Bun Potato Wedges Baked Beans

Potato Soup w/ cheese Carrots Green Peas

Cornbread

Chicken Philly w/ Peppers & Onions Potato Wedges Peaches

25 Oven Fried Chicken

Dinner Roll

Country Style Steak Dinner Roll w/ gravy Mashed Potatoes Mix Vegetables

27 Chili w/ beans &

Broccoli Cornbread

Chicken Spaghetti Green Beans Baked Apples

Chicken Pot Pie Brussel Sprouts Applesauce gravy Mashed Potatoes Mix Vegetables Pineapple

Sweet Potatoes Mixed Greens

cheese Diced Potatoes

Chili Mac Casserole Broccoli/Cauliflower Mix Sliced Peaches Cornbread Meatballs w/ gravy Pears Rice Dinner Roll Okra & Tomatoes Bun

Texas Toast

Friday

Vegetable Beef Soup Broccoli Baked Apples

BBQ Pork Riblet Potato Wedges Baked Beans Bun

Soup Beans w/ onions Cornbread Oven Browned Potatoes Greens Spaghetti & Meatsauce Texas Toast Italian Mix Vegetables Apples

29 Sloppy Joe

Potato Wedges Peas & Carrots

Cornbread

Bun

One 2% milk is included with each meal. All servings are 1/2 cup. All entrees are 3 oz. servings or one portion. **Menu may change due to weather and availability. 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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Creative Card Making (Ages 16+) Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Wednesday, October 20 9-10:30a OR Thursday, October 21 2-3:30p Fall is here! Join us as we create homemade greeting cards to share with friends and family. We will be making a variety of fall themed cards including Halloween and Thanksgiving. 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! 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. 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. 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 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 October 12 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.

Arts & Crafts 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. Halloween Tulle Wreath Cost: $7 Instructor: Ann Whitson Friday October 1 1-3p Would you like to make a ‘spooky’ decoration for Halloween? We have black tulle and other fun Halloween items to put together as you like to make something creative and fun for the holiday! All materials furnished. Silk Painting for Wearable Art Series (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $12 for the series Monday and Tuesday October 18 and 19 1-3p Join Sherry for her next Silk Painting class and create something beautiful, unique and useful! You will learn new and interesting technique using a variety of fascinating tools and materials. Cost includes all supplies and instruction. An apron is recommended. Create a Vase and a Canvas Series (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $8 for the series Thursday and Friday October 14 and 15 12:302:30p We will use acrylic paint and a pouring technique to create two projects in one! As you work you will see the paints blend into a beautiful mix of colors, swirls and patterns on your vase and canvas at the same time. It’s always a beautiful surprise! All materials furnished. An apron is recommended. Bottle Lamps Series (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $8 for the series Thursday & Friday October 7 and 8 12:30-2:30p We will be using glass bottles and a glass dye to create a beautiful and unusual lamp. The bottle will have a string of lights inside creating the effect of fireflies. You choose your colors and designs. All materials furnished. An apron is recommended.

Page 3 Paper Quilling Series (Ages 18+) Instructor: Pam Lacy Cost: $5 for the Series Tuesday October 5 and 26 1:30-2:30p Quilling is an ancient Art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create very beautiful and decorative designs. Pam will teach how to make a Quilled Mandala. This is a very beautiful design which can be used in your home décor. Suitable for all skill levels. Mosaic Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Melissa Wiley Cost: $45 Wednesday October 6 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. 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! 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 October 6, 13, 20 & 27 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. There will also be practice time from 3-4p at no additional charge.

Corn Husk Art – Fall Wreath (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Monday October 4 1-3p Join ‘Charlie’ for a fun class in the ages old tradition of Corn Husk creations. You will make a Fall themed wreath to celebrate this special time of year. All materials furnished.

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!

Christmas Décor - Caroler (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $20 Monday October 25 1-3p Come and get started on your Christmas decorating! You will be creating a Christmas Caroler from a tomato basket, fabric and greenery! Come have fun and leave with beautiful holiday décor! All materials furnished.

Senior Chorale Cost: Free Thursdays 10a – 12p Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.

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Did You Know We Have A Home Delivered Meals Program?

• Delivered right to your front door • Is planned by a culinary team and Registered Dietitians to provide nutrient-rich meals with reduced fat and sodium content and includes diabetic and gluten-free options. • Flash-Frozen, USDA inspected & meet 1/3 of the daily recommended nutritional requirements.

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Page 5 423-975-2000 505 N Roan Street Johnson City, TN 36701

www.agapenrc.com

• Specialized Respiratory Services • Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapy Services • Restorative Program Skilled and Intermediate Nursing Care • Respite Services

• • • • • •

On-Call Physician Services Licensed Nursing Staff Social Services Staff Pharmacy Services On-Call Mental Health Services Registered Dietician Services

Our Amenities & Activities Include:

• 84 Semi-Private Rooms • Beauty and Barber Shop Services • Laundry Services

• Group Outings • Daily opportunities to encourage social, physical & mental enrichment

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Groups & Meetings/Outings

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Groups & Meetings

Travel Corner

Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies Grandparent and Relatives Raising Relative Children Monday, October 11 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.

JCSC Seniors on the Go will meet on Thursday, October 14, at 3:00 pm. Please call the Senior Services desk at 434-6237 to pre-register.

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study Mondays at 2p (Ages 50+) Join us for this open discussion Bible study. Share what you have learned throughout the years. Thursdays at 8a (Ages 50+) Men’s Bible Study.

If you have November 15 circled on your calendar for a visit to the Southern Christmas Show, now is the time to reserve your seat on the bus! Transportation on a comfortable motor coach is $27 payable at the time of reservation at the center. You will be responsible for purchasing your ticket to the show at the gate or in advance on the website. The website for the show is: southernchristmasshow.com. This is where you can purchase tickets online at a discounted rate and subscribe to a newsletter to keep you up to date. The annual Let’s Go Travel Show is scheduled for Thursday, November 4 at 10:00 am. This is for everyone interested in travel in 2022. Due to the enthusiastic response for the last travel show, this year’s show will be held in the gymnasium.

Wednesday Bible Study Last Wednesday of each month at 10a, will meet on October 27. (Ages 50+)

Some reminders for day outings from the Senior Center:

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: October: The Piano Teacher by Janice Y. K. Lee

• Currently masks are optional on the charter bus. This is subject to change at the discretion of the charter company.

• Rules for the charter bus are established by the charter company.

• If you are not feeling well, please stay home. You are always free to give your seat to a friend. • Everyone on an outing must complete and sign a participant registration form and waiver prior to trip departure.

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Volunteers/Games/Dance

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Hangin’ Up the Brush

Ready, Set, Serve...Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Volunteer Meeting: Monday, October 4, 10a Guest Speaker: A representative with the Washington County Animal Shelter will share 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.

John A “Art” Holsclaw is retiring from being an instructor at the Johnson City Senior Center @ Memorial Park Community Center. Art has taught an Acrylics class for the past 16 years. Vega Crummer, a former employee, recruited Art to teach art classes and he really embraced the canvas and has taught many students along his journey. She (Vega) said that Art really set the tone for his classes by showing his love for the people as well as the art. He would play soft classical music in the background while his students all worked on their own plans. He always made himself available to assist and offer creative suggestions. Just stepping into that room would immediately relieve you from any stresses you felt. The staff and students want to say a big THANK YOU to Art for sharing his talent with us and others and wish him well. Someone once said, “As this chapter of your life ends, may a new and exceptional one begin.” Congratulations! You will be missed.

Dance 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.

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MONDAY

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THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

11:30 Step Into Fall Kick Off 1:00 Halloween Tulle Wreath

10:00 Volunteer Meeting 11:00 Mental Health Matters 1:00 Corn Husk Art - Fall Wreath 5:30 Diabetes Prevention - Healthy Lifestyle Program

11:00 Nutrition for WellBeing & Longevity

9:00 Mosaic Class 12:30 Video - How to Look at and Understand Great Art 1:30 Step Into Fall Walk 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons

10:00 As the Page Turns

11:30 Step Into Fall Walk

6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

2:00 Grand Squares

1:30 Paper Quilling Series 6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

12:30 Bottle Lamp Series 12:30 Bottle Lamp Series

10:00 Coffee & Conversations for Grandfamilies

7:30 101 Hikers Bays Mt

2:00 Step Into Fall Walk

11:30 Step Into Fall Walk

3:00 Canvas Creations

11:00 Eat Well, Feel Well

6:00 PIckleball 101 Evening

1:30 Photographic Journey with Ron Zucker

12:30 Create a Vase and a Canvas Series

10:00 Property Fraud

7:30 Hip Hikers Margarette Falls 11:00 Eat Well, Feel Well 9:00 Hearing Screening 1:00 Silk Painting for 1:00 Silk Painting for Wearable Art Series Wearable Art Series 6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons

3:00 Learn to Play the Ukulele

9:00 Creative Card Making 2:00 Step Into Fall Walk 2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 6:00 Next Step Photography

10:00 Injury Screening 2:00 Creative Card Making

12:30 Create a Vase and a Canvas Series

11:30 Step Into Fall Walk 2:00 Grand Squares

6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

11:00 Eat Well, Feel Well

1:30 Paper Quilling Series

12:30 Video Masterworks of American Art

9:00 Walker Talkers King Commons

6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

25 1:00 Christmas Decor Caroler

2:00 Step Into Fall Walk

3:00 Learn to Play the Ukulele

2:00 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons

6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

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The Top 4 Reasons People Move Later In Life

Individual health and functioning (safety)

Beliefs and attitudes (new beginnings)

Social pressures (ﬁnances, friends, social roles)

Physical environment of the home (house and yard, proximity to family)

A study found that people who had moved as part of a retirement plan were happier than those who stayed put. Seniors who made short-distance moves, staying near family and friends were happiest of all.

If you have reasons to change nests, Evans and Evans can help you determine your needs and ﬁnd the perfect home. 2685 Boones Creek Rd., Johnson City, TN 37615

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Fitness/Healthy Living

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Fitness 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. ***October Will Be the Last Month Till Spring 2022*** 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, 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 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.

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

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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 a gentle style Yoga Class where you will connect with your mind, body, and set your intentions for the day. 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

Ask Our Nurse If you have health concerns or questions, our nurse, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Free fasting blood sugar checks and diabetes management information are available by appointment. 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. Breast Cancer Awareness Month Unfortunately, cancer doesn’t stop due to a pandemic. It is important that we continue with regular health screenings and checkups. During the month of October, check out our bulletin board and pick up a handout with cancer prevention, screening and healthy lifestyle information. For those who are currently undergoing cancer treatment, we send our compassion and hope for a brighter future. We would love to support you and help in any way that we can. For those of you who are cancer survivors, we celebrate with you! Mental Health Matters (18+) Monday, October 4, 11a-12p Cost: FREE Speaker: Thiveya Sathiyaseelan, MD With all the stress and loss in our lives today, it’s more important than ever to make our mental well-being a priority. Mental health is just as important, if not more, than our physical health. Many people are struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, mood swings, substance use disorders, eating disorders or other mental health conditions. There are many things that we can do to improve our mental health and there is support available so no one has to face it

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alone. Whether for yourself or someone you care about, take the first step and learn more. Pre-register at 423-434-6237.

Diabetes Prevention – Healthy Lifestyle Program (18+) Monday, October 4, 5:30-7:00p Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Elizondo, UT Extension This year long lifestyle program can help you lose weight and reverse the onset of Type 2 diabetes. Regular meetings will educate and motivate you to take control of your eating habits and become more physically active. Come learn about the yearlong program, the commitment and the cost to participate. Take the first step to a healthier you! Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237. Nutrition for Well-being & Longevity: A Happier & Healthier You (50+) Tuesday, October 5, 11a-12p Cost: FREE Speakers: Elizabeth Hall, PhD, RDN, LDN & Leah Patrick, Dietetic Intern Aging is a natural part of life, but have you ever wondered about how to stay healthy as you age? In this informative presentation, Food City Registered Dietitian, Dr. Elizabeth Hall and Samford University Dietetic Intern and graduate student, Leah Patrick will discuss all you need to know about nutrition and aging, including a cooking demonstration that displays how to add a healthy twist to a classic comfort food. You will also learn more about resources available at Food City to help you make healthful choices at the grocery store. This class will be offered in person and by Zoom. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237 and let us know how you plan to attend. We will e-mail a link and password to those attending virtually. Eat Well, Feel Well Series (50+) Mondays, October 11- November 29, 11a-12p Cost: FREE Speaker: Emily Bradburn, UT Extension Need some motivation and ideas for healthy meals? Join us to learn practical cooking tips, smart food choices and ways to save money and time on meal prep. Free cooking tools, recipes and samples will be provided. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237. Free Hearing Screenings (50+) Tuesday, October 19, 9a-12p Cost: FREE We want to provide the opportunity for you to have your hearing checked for free. Hearing screenings will be offered at MPCC by East Tennessee Hearing Center. Please call 423-434-6237 to schedule your appointment. Limited time spots are available. Free Injury Screenings (18+) Thursday, October 21, 10a-12p Cost: FREE PT Solutions physical therapists will be here at the center to address your orthopedic concerns or provide a free injury screening to identify potential injuries or musculoskeletal problems. Whether you are experiencing an ankle sprain, plantar fasciitis, knee, shoulder, or back pain, they can check it out and offer advice. Please call 423-434-6237 to schedule your free appointment.

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Ongoing Events MONDAY

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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

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

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

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

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 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 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Sewing Group

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 7:00-8:45a and 11:00-3:30p 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; 1-4p; 6-7p 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: Cardio Waves (Lap Pool) Monday 6p-7p Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McLeod This is a high-intensity water aerobics program is geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided. 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 McLeod 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. All pools are closed Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6p for cleaning & maintenance.

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

October 2021

Lifelong Learning/Hiking & Walking

Hiking 101* (2-4 miles, easy to moderate trails, low to short elevation gain) Bays Mountain Park (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday, October 12, 7:30a The trail is around the lake. It is mostly shaded and a little wet. It is a moderate Hike about 3 miles. Hopefully we will see some color on the trees. Bring lots of water. Bring a light lunch or snack. We will stop along the trail and have some food and enjoy the beauty. Lots of places to stop and take pictures! Remember to chip in for gas if you are carpooling.

Hip Hikers*

(3-10 miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier, longer elevation gain) Margarette Falls (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday October 19, 7:30a We will hike Margarette Falls in Greeneville. It’s a shorter hike but very rocky and steep. It is listed as intermediate but rough and rocky. Bring lots of water and a light lunch or snack. We will stop on the trail to eat and take pictures. Should be a beautiful hike! Remember to chip in for gas if you are carpooling.

Walkers & Talkers* (1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided)

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Lifelong Learning Photographic Journey with Ron Zucker Wednesday, October 13 1:30p-3P Cost: Free Instructor: Ron Zucker Let’s visit some of our region’s beautiful landscapes! Dr. Ron Zucker will be sharing a multimedia presentation of the beautiful landscapes that are near and around our region from Ohio to Georgia, from the Cumberland Plateau to the Atlantic Coast. We will be visiting waterfalls, lakes, lighthouses, forts, mountain views, caves, and much more. No hiking boots required. Please Pre-register. Property Fraud Monday, October 18 10a-11a Cost: Free Instructor: Teresa Bowman, Washington County Register of Deeds This program will cover Property Fraud Alert and scams that are targeting property home owners. 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.

Coming in November! Kings Commons (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Thursday, October 28, 9:00a This is a paved walkway in down town Johnson City. King Commons is a beautiful park .We will learn about native wild life common to our area. I will have handouts with websites to do your own research.

Preparation is the key to success!

Step into Fall Begins this Month This month kicks off Step into Fall, a six week step challenge that culminates in the Turkey Strut! On October 1st everyone who is registered for the program will meet at the Senior Center to time their mile. Then each week they can participate in special walking groups and try to hit a daily step goal. At the end of the six weeks, each participant will re-time their mile in the Turkey Strut. There are various prizes to be won for fastest overall time, most improved, most steps accumulated, and best “dressed”. If you missed the deadline to register but are interested in participating, there are some spaces left. For more information contact Leslie Ellingburg at lellingburg@johnsoncitytn.org .

Medicare Open Enrollment Event Tuesday, November 2 9a-12p Medicare’s Part D Annual Enrollment Period is October 15 – December 7. This is the period each year when Medicare beneficiaries can join, switch or drop their Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage coverage. Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans change their coverage and costs each year, so it is important to review your plan and compare it to others on the market every fall. This year, the Johnson City Senior Center is partnering with the Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (TN SHIP) to provide free and objective assistance in comparing Part D and Medicare Advantage plans. Trained Medicare counselors will be on hand on November 2 from 9am-12pm and to assist Medicare beneficiaries and their families in comparing Part D or Medicare Advantage plans for 2022. Appointments are required for this event and space is limited. For more information and to set up an appointment please call (423) 722-5205. Tennessee SHIP is a free program designed to help people in Tennessee with Medicare. Counselors are specially trained to answer questions and provide objective, easy-to-understand information about Medicare. SHIP receives grant funding from the Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, to provide direct, local assistance to Medicare beneficiaries through one-on-one, counseling sessions (both in-person and over the phone), presentations, and public education programs. Animal Myths Debunked, Part One Tuesday, November 9 10:30-11:45a Instructor: Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator/Nature Cost: Free Whether its superstition, exaggeration, or just plain misunderstanding, sometimes our quest for knowledge can lead to some misguided conclusions. The natural world has provided us with many myths. Light will be shed on suicidal lemmings, charmed snakes, exploding birds and more. Time to learn the straight scoop! Please Pre-register

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Community Center Recreation Programs

October 2021

Lifestyle Sports 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.

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