Senior Lifestyles Volume XXXIV No. 22
October 2015
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Foundation Board News The Foundation Board has a busy fall schedule of events, and you are invited to participate with them! The annual golf tournament, a major Foundation fundraiser, is scheduled for Friday, October 9 at Buffalo Valley Golf Course. For only $60 per player, enjoy lunch from Chick-fil-A at the Crossings, eighteen rounds of golf, and an opportunity to win fabulous prizes. Prior to the tournament, practice your putt in the putting contest sponsored by George Granger, and win grocery cards. You do not have to take part in the tournament in order to enter the putting contest, and all of your $20 entry fee will be used to help fund the Christmas Box project. Register today at Memorial Park Community Center, or mail your entry form to: JCSC Foundation, 510 Bert Street, Johnson City, TN 37601. The Foundation Board congratulates the Johnson City Senior Center on receiving an Arts Builds Communities Grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission! The $1,400 grant will be matched by the Foundation; proceeds will be used for the Senior Chorale at the Center. This is the second
News year that the Senior Center has been awarded the grant to support the Senior Chorale. If you enjoy choral music and performing, why not come and be a part of this vibrant, growing program! The Foundation has challenged itself to increase Christmas Box deliveries this year to at least 125 needy senior adults in our community. Christmas box recipients are screened through the Center’s In-Home Service Coordinator according to need and to avoid duplication of services, so that the boxes are delivered where the need is the greatest. But the Foundation will need your assistance to meet the goal. You can help in three ways: Watch your mailbox for the annual appeal letter and give generously. Participate in our “Eight Weeks of Giving” Campaign. Each week, beginning in October, we will highlight a different item that is needed; you may bring one or more of that item and donate it at the Center. Attend the Mele Kalikimaka Christmas Box social on Thursday, November 5, featuring the beach-themed music of Mark Larkins. Enjoy Hawaiian-Christmas themed refreshments and dancing. You will also have opportunity during the evening to donate for specific items for the
October 2015 Christmas boxes. Thank you for your support of the Johnson City Senior Center - we are proud to be a part of your Senior Center, engaging adults in Active Life through Active Living!
Eight Weeks of Giving Campaign Help the Johnson City Senior Center Foundation fill a record 125 Christmas Outreach boxes this year! Turn in items at the Senior Services desk Monday-Friday 8-5 p.m. or at the Recreation Services desk when the senior services desk is closed. • • • • • • • •
Week One: 4-roll pack toilet paper Week Two: 12.6 oz. liquid dish detergent Week Three: 25-sq. ft. roll of Aluminum Foil Week Four: Box of facial tissue (200 count) Week Five: 3-pack of Ivory bar soap Week Six: Single roll of paper towels Week Seven: Liquid laundry detergent (50 fl. Oz.) Week Eight: Jar of peanut butter (16 oz.)
Hip Hikers
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Hip Hikers Hip Hikers to Big Creek
Thursday, October 8 8:00am • Cost: Free Challenging level Carpool Event, Meet at Center Bring your own lunch
Hip Hikers to Mill Ridge
Thursday, October 22 8:00am • Cost: Free Challenging level Carpool Event, Meet at Center Bring your own lunch
Hip Hikers to the Hip Hikers to Brehend Trail @ Hungry Mother Roan Mountain State Park Thursday, October 15 8:00am • Cost: $4.00 Challenging level Carpool Event, Meet at Center Bring your own lunch
Thursday, October 29 8:00am • Cost: Free Challenging level Carpool Event, Meet at Center Bring your own lunch
Hip Hikers at Greyson Highlands
Agape
Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Watch this space in November for information and pictures about an exciting honor being bestowed on this group!
Providing individualized long-term care in a comfortable and friendly environment
We Welcome Our New Administrator Mandy Rocker! Services:
• Skilled and Intermediate Nursing Care • On-Call Physician Services • Licensed Nursing Staff • Social Services Staff • Physical, Speech and Occupational
Therapy Services:
• Restorative Program • Pharmacy Services • On-Call Mental Health Services • Registered Dietician Services • Respite Services
Amenities & Activities:
• Beauty and Barber Shop Services • Laundry Services • Group Outings • Daily opportunities to encourage social, physical & mental enrichment
Visit our website for a full listing of our on-site services.
www.agapenrc.com 505 North Roan Street Johnson City 423.975.2000 Locally Owned Christian Based Facility
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Lifelong Learning
October 2015
Lifelong Learning German Conversation Group
Thursdays, 9:30am Join us if you know German, would like to brush up on your speaking and reading skills of the language.
Alliance for Continued Learning
ETSU (ACL) is a nonprofit organization that promotes continued learning in adults. ACL meets at MPCC from 10:00am - Noon every Tuesday and Wednesday for 6 weeks beginning on Tuesday, September 22 and ending on Wednesday, October 28, 2015. The programs this session include: Dr. John Martin, Deborah Montanti, 4 professors from ETSU (Dr. Scott Champney, Dr. John Rankin, Dr. Brian Maxson and Dr. Andrew Slap), Dr. Donald Hudson from King University, photographer Jeffrey Stoner and Pete Lodal from Eastman Chemical. Two field trips are planned - one to the Jonesborough Storytelling Center to enjoy Donald Davis and the other to visit the Butler Museum and Watauga Lake Winery. The session cost is reasonable for the 12 dates (10 meetings at MPCC and 2 field trips). Call 423-439-8044, www.acljc.org or get an ACL brochure at the MPCC reception desk for more information and cost. We are looking for a foreign language instructor, call 434-6229, if you are interested or know someone that is.
Conversational Spanish
Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Tuesdays at 3:00pm, Starting October 6 If you have some knowledge of Spanish, would like to learn more, or refresh your speaking skills, join our new instructor. Mr. Ceffalo was a language instructor at ETSU, Milligan and NE State. Please register. FREE. Spanish Tutoring will be available Thursdays beginning Oct. 8th at 1:30. Get help with speaking, reading and writing with ETSU student Emily Moore. This is not a class.
The Fine Art of Photography
Monday October 19, 6:00pm Join local photographer and author Jeffrey Stoner for a look at the history of photography as art. The first photograph was made in 1826, and for the next three decades, cameras were primarily used as a recording device. In the 1850’s, photographers began experimenting with their cameras and darkrooms to produce prints that were art, and the images they produced with their rudimentary equipment
A Reminder from Tennessee Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Medicare Open Enrollment runs October 15 through December 7. This is a special time when all Medicare beneficiaries can change their Medicare health plan and prescription drug coverage for the following year. The SHIP Program with the First Tennessee Area on Agency will hold an Medicare Open Enrollment Event at Memorial Park Community Center November 3 from 9:00 - Noon. Please call 423-434-6237 to schedule an appointment. Please bring your RED / WHITE / BLUE Medicare Card and a list of your medications / dosages with you to the appointment.
proved amazing. Jeffrey Stoner’s presentation will showcase the fascinating progression of the art of photography through the images of these pioneering photographers. Please pre-register.
Should You Have A Will?
Thursdays, October 8 and 22, 3:00pm Join our own Wesley Wilson, licensed TN attorney, who has practiced in Jonesborough since 1975. Mr. Wilson will cover Wills and Probate of Small Estates. Items discussed will be; why a will, why a TN lawyer drawn will, data to gather, who will be beneficiaries, simple will, death tax exemptions, TENNCARE effects on small estates, finding a law firm to prepare a will, assistance for those with limited resources, when a will is probated, costs and more. Questions/Answer session. Please pre register.
Evening Owl Prowl
Monday October 26, 10:30am Join Connie Deegan for a great and informative program on owls. Learn what makes an owl an owl; from their talons up to their incredible eyes. Some adaptations that make an owl such an awesome predator: silent flight, night vision, talons, hearing and the owls that we have in NE TN. Pre register.
October 2015
Outings JCSC Seniors on the Go
It’s been a great travel year with JCSC Seniors on the Go! Our travelers have given rave reviews of the trips to the Canadian Maritimes and the Western National Parks. With fall here already, we only have two more sold-out trips scheduled for this year. On Saturday, October 17, the travel team will present its schedule of trips for 2016. Join us at 11:00am to hear all of the exciting details. Door prizes, including travel certificates for motor coach tours, will be given away. You’ll want to plan your trips and register early before the trips are sold out. Before the travel show, be sure to visit the Living Senior Expo sponsored by the Johnson City Press, Mountain States Health Alliance and the Johnson City Senior Center. Doors open at 9:00am with many different vendors on hand. Admission is free and information plentiful - mark your calendar and we’ll see you there!
Flat Rock Playhouse - ‘Pump Boys and Dinettes’ Thur, October 1 • Leave MPCC at 9:30am • Cost: $37.00 Chartered bus, lunch on your own before the show. Come sit a spell as the Pump Boys and Dinettes share their stories of heartache and hilarity with songs, liveinstruments, and even a kitchen utensil or two. Source: Flat Rock Limited seats, no refunds.
Dixie Diners annual Sunday Brunch (carpool)
Sunday, October 4, 12:30p.m. • Cost: On your own Sunday Brunch at O’Charley’s is a great
Outings / Games
time to get together with old and new friends. Join us at O’Charley’s located at 112 Broyles Street just off Roan in the Target Plaza. There is a special brunch menu. Please sign up by October 1st.
Kingsport Carousel
Wed, October 14th • Leave MPCC at 12:50pm • Cost:$2 Join us to see the fabulous addition to Kingsport, and go back to your childhood! The Kingsport Carousel Project is a volunteer-led community project involving over 300 volunteers with the dream of creating and operating a menagerie-style carousel featuring all hand-carved wooden animals and chariots and original paintings on a refurbished machine that is totally unique and iconic to Kingsport. (Source: EngageKingsport. com) Your cost for each ri de is $1, pay there. Please pre-register.
Trip to Humane Society of Washington County
Thursday October 22 • Bus Leaves at 1:00pm, Return by 3:00pm Pruina offers new program to assist senior citizens in our community. Purina has donated funds to sponsor the cost of sterilization surgery for an adopted animal for qualifying seniors. Studies have shown that pet companionship may actually improve senior citizen health and outlook on life.
Looking Ahead!
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Games Hand and Foot Canasta Mondays at 1:00pm and Fridays at 5pm If you don’t know how to play, they can teach you!
Pinochle is a trick-taking card game for 4 players played with a special deck.
Rook
Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Mondays • 6:00pm
Thursdays • 1:00pm Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards.
BINGO
Brain-A-Cise
9:00am: November 17th
Party Contract Bridge Tuesdays • Noon
Scrabble Group
Tue • 5:30pm The scrabble group is always looking for new faces in their group!
Mexican Train Dominoes
Tuesdays 6pm Join us every Tuesday afternoon at 6:00 for an exciting fun-filled time with some marvelous BFF’s.
Pinochle
Wed at 1:00pm
Thur • 4:00pm-5:00pm Join us for an hour of stimulating activities to get those brain cells moving.
Party Contract Bridge Fridays • 9:00am
Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge Fridays • 12:30pm • Free If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicating bridge, come join the fun!
Mahjong
Fridays 1pm Mahjong is a Chinese game game of skill, strategy and chance. If you know how to play or would like to learn, come join us!
Coming December 9
Christmas Show and Lunch at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre. Chartered bus, limited seating. Tickets on sale November 1st, no refunds.
Not all nursing homes are the same. Here at Lakebridge Health Care, we care for each resident with a personal touch, and that makes all the difference. You can relax knowing your loved one is in good hands with us.
115 Woodlawn Drive Johnson City, TN 37604 (423) 975-0095
A Date with History
A Date with History
Lifelong Sports
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Lifelong Sports Senior Billiards
Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 8pm • Cost: Free Senior men and women are both welcome to play on four new tables. All levels of experience are welcome. Come swim with the senior sharks at the community center. Yearly tournaments held.
Pickleball
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-11:30am • Cost: Free This activity is a modified form of tennis and we play doubles.
Doubles Table Tennis
Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30am-Noon • Cost: Free Senior men’s and women’s doubles table tennis. Keep your brain and body active with table tennis. Yearly tournaments will be held.
Over the Age of 50? Come join the Seniors’ Legend Golf Group!
Tee time is at 10:00am on Tues and Thur and the cost is a $5 a round at the par 3 course in Unicoi, TN. Anyone interested in passing on their athletic skill or expertise? How about teaching a class? Contact Mike at 434-6223 At Silver Angels it is our pleasure to assist our clients so they can enjoy living in the comfort of their own homes. We provide a variety of services to fit your needs: • Personal Care/Attendant Care can include anything from bathing, dressing, medication reminders, meal preparation and eating. • Homemaker services include light housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, washing clothes, and running errands. • Companion/In Home Respite are helpful services for a primary caregiver who may need an extra hand for some personal time and/ or appointments. • Our Home Delivered Meals are planned by a culinary team and Registered Dietitians and include a wide variety of meals to choose from, including diabetic, cardiac diet, renal and gluten free options. The best part, they are delivered right to your door by our friendly staff. • Personal Emergency Response Systems are there if you experience a fall, medical issue, or other emergency. When you have an emergency every second counts. If you are alone, delayed medical care can jeopardize your recovery and independence! Our Lifeline service provides simple, fast access to help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
At Silver Angels Home Care isn’t one size fits all, that’s why we tailor our service to meet the needs of the individual. We look forward to working with you!
Call or come by today! 1500 West Elk Ave. Suite 109 Elizabethton, TN 37643 (423) 543-1250 or email mgreen@silverangels.com www.SilverAngels.com
October 2015
October 2015
Healthy Living
Healthy Living
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Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease Series - Pre-diabetes
Flu Clinic
Aging without Fear Support Group
Insomnia and Sleep Apnea
Sept 15 - October 8, 5:30-6:30pm • Cost: $8.00 This hour long class will have education and exercise components. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00pm This support group is for seniors 60 and older. The group`s purpose is to share common issues regarding aging and support one another. October 1, Open session. Please come and share your wisdom. October 15, Fifty Not Frumpy with Susan Street. Susan Street has a blog called: Fifty Not Frumpy and will share her journey on the second half of her life. She will share how she lost 40 pounds in her mid- fifties and rediscovered fashions that complement her shape and lifestyle. Susan shares her tips to help others avoid her costly mistakes. We may be over fifty, but we are fighting frumpy all the way! Be inspired and learn to embrace your style. Call 423-434-6237 for a reservation.
Brain Tumors
October 5, 1:00 - 2:00pm Selma Kominek, MD MPH, will present this presentation. The symptoms and types of brain tumors can vary from person to person. Learn about brain tumor types, signs and symptoms and treatment options. There will be time for questions. Call 423-434-6237 to reserve a seat.
Low Vision Program
October 7, 2015 from 11:00am - 12:00pm Erica Beach, Rehabilitation Teacher, Blind and Visually Impaired for the State of Tennessee. Come learn about the latest devices and visual aids that might help you read better. Call 423-434-6237 for a seat.
October 21, 11:00 - 1:00pm Walgreens will be here for Flu and Pneumonia shots. They will file your insurance. Cost is $25.99 without insurance. No appointment needed.
October 22, 11:00 - Noon Jared Gullett, Regional Sleep Manager for MSHA is leading this presentation. Do you have trouble sleeping or trouble staying asleep? Has your family told you that you snore or quit breathing at night? Learn how you can get a good night`s sleep. Call 423-434-6237 to reserve a seat.
Coming in November! Taking Control of your Chronic Diseases Series - Diabetes Kickoff Session: Nov 4, 11:00am - Noon Sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays. Nov 6-Dec 2, 11:00am - Noon • Cost: $8.00 for the series Learn about and how to take care of your diabetes in this one hour educational and exercise class. Look for full details in November`s Lifestyle paper.
Every Breath Counts / Lung Cancer Talk
November 10, 1:00 - 3:00pm Learn about smoking cessation, nutrition and lung cancer, and improve your communication with your loved ones about your illness.
2016 Medicare Update
October 8, 11:00 - 12:00pm Casey Lillie with Universal Health Benefits will bring us up to date on the changes in Medicare for the New Year. Learn what changes will be occurring that may affect you and your family.
How is Your Hearing?
October 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm Earl Johnson, MD and Audiologist will talk about hearing and hearing loss. What is normal and what is not? Come learn the latest information on hearing and hearing aids. Call 423-4346235 to reserve a seat.
Gracious Retirement Living • A variety of cultural & social activities • Studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom & luxury two-bedroom apartments • Support services for extra care as needed • No entry fee • Monthly rent
Lessons in Life, Love and Laughter
October 13, 6:00 - 8:00pm Glynda Ramsey, MD will share the latest information on breast cancer. Gayle Hawley, RN, ONC will inspire and have us laughing at life and love stories. Kristen Colson, Art Therapist will help us do a simple art project. A free dinner will be provided thanks to our sponsors. The event is limited to 25 people. You must register. Call 423-434-6237
3207 Bristol Highway Johnson City
423-282-6903
www.colonialhillrc.com
October Special Events
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9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 9:30 Flat Rock Playhouse 10:00 As the Page Turns 10:00 One on One 12:30 Fabric Painting 2:00 Washington County S.A.L.T. Council Meeting 5:30 Taking Control of Prediabetes 6:00 Aging Without Fear 6:00 Lifespan Series Women and Investing 1:00 Art History & Appreciation 1:00 Brain Tumors 2:00 Tech Help
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10:30 Lifespan Series - Wills and Revocable Trusts 11:00 How is Your Hearing? 1:00 Art History & Appreciation 2:00 Tech Help
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1:00 Art History & Appreciation 2:00 Tech Help 6:00 The Fine Art of Photography
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 10:30 Evening Owl Prowl 1:00 Art History & Appreciation 2:00 Tech Help
9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 3:00 Conversational Spanish 5:30 Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease-Prediabetes 6:00 Beginning Sign Language
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9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 3:00 Conversational Spanish 6:00 Beginning Sign Language 6:00 Lessons in Life, Love, and Laughter 6:00 Five Steps to Overcome Debt 6:30 Next Step Photography Club
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9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 3:00 Conversational Spanish 6:00 Beginning Sign Language
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 1:00 Silver Sneakers Shindig 3:00 Conversational Spanish
11:00 Low Vision Program 12:30 Coloring Club 2:00 Device Set Up
12:30 Coloring Club 12:50 Kingsport Carousel 2:00 Device Set Up
8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 11:00 Flu Clinic 12:30 Coloring Club 2:00 Device Set Up
8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 12:30 Coloring Club 2:00 Device Set Up
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10:00 Writer’s Circle 11:30 Beginning Computer 12:30 Paper Quilling 1:00 Papier Mache 5:00 Dixie Diners to Cootie Browns 5:30 Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease Pre-diabetes
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8:00 Hike at Brehend Trail 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 12:30 Fabric Painting 2:00 Medicare Counseling by Appointment 6:00 Aging Without Fear and Lifespan Series Fifty Not Frumpy
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 8:00 Hike at Mill Ridge 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 10:00 One on One 10:00 Writers Circle 11:00 Insomnia and Sleep Apnea 12:30 Fabric Painting 1:00 Humane Society Trip 3:00 Should You Have a Will?
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 8:00 Hike at Hungry Mother Park 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 10:00 One on One 12:30 Fabric Painting
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8:30 Catch the Wave Series Power Walking 12:30 Windows Shortcuts 6:00 Amateur Photographers Reception 7:00 Friday Night Dance
Sunday October 4 12:30 Dixie Diners brunch at O’Charley’s
8:30 Catch the Wave Series Power Walking 12:30 Trouble Shooting Problem
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Johnson City Senior Center Foundation Golf Tournament 10:45-12:45 Registration and Putting Contest Noon Lunch 1:00 Tee Off
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8:30 Catch the Wave Series Power Walking 12:30 Windows 8 2:00 Mobile Devices 7:00 Pink Ball at Munsey Methodist Church
Saturday October 17 9:00 Living Senior Expo 10:30 Watauga Valley Art League
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 8:30 Catch the Wave Series – Power Walking
Saturday, October 24 5:00 Spooky Saturday at Winged Deer Park
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8:00-5:00 Best Fall Photo Entries Accepted 8:30 Catch the Wave Series – Active Living Pump 12:30 Recover Deleted Items
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Ongoing Events
October 2015
Ongoing Events MONDAY
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7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Toning 9:00 Pickleball 9:30 Love Handles 9:30 Table Tennis 10:00 Silver Sneakers® Classic 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis 12:00 Qi Gong 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires Pre Registration 12:30 Open Art Studio 1:00 High Flyers Bowling, Holiday Lanes 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Hand and Foot 3:30 Line Dance with Martha 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers 6:00 Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Silver Sneaker® Circuit 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 10:00 Heart Strings Instruments Jam Session 10:00 Open Computer Lab 11:00 Contract Bridge 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires Pre Registration 1:00 Needle & Fiber Arts 1:00 Silver Sneakers® Yoga 1:30 Tuesday Trio Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 3:00 Conversational Spanish 5:30 Scrabble Group 6:00 Mexican Train Dominoes
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugar Clinic 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Toning 9:00 Pickleball 9:30 Table Tennis 9:30 Love Handles 10:00 Bible Study 10:00 Silver Sneakers® Classic 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis 12:00 Qi Gong 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires Pre Registration 12:30 Acrylics 1:00 Pinochle 5:15 Ballroom Dance Lessons 6:00 Senior Hatha Yoga
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Silver Sneakers® Yoga 9:00 Open Computer Lab 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 9:30 German Conversation 10:00 Senior Chorale 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires Pre Registration 1:00 Golden Strikers Bowling @Holiday Lanes 1:00 Rook 1:00 Ballroom Dancing 4:00 Brain-a-cise
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Party Contract Bridge 9:30 Table Tennis 10:00 Silver Sneakers® Circuit 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires Pre Registration 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Open Craft Time 1:00 Mahjong
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Computers / Volunteers
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Computers Volunteers Windows Shortcuts
Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, October 2 12:30-2:00pm • Cost: $8.00 There are many shortcuts available, but some you have to make yourself. This lesson will go into some that are obvious, and some you wish you had known from the beginning. Please pre-register.
Troubleshooting Problems
Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, October 9 12:30-2:00pm • Cost: $8.00 Before you have to call someone or take your computer to the “shop,” maybe you can let Microsoft and Windows help you fix it. Microsoft has provided over 500 “fixes” online and numerous ones in the operating system (7, 8, and 10) that you can do yourself. Let me show you how to access these. Please pre-register.
Windows 8
Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, October 16 12:30-2:00pm • Cost: $8.00 Windows 8: kind of confusing, right? There’s no Start button, no easy way to shut it down, and no Windows Media Player. I will show you how to fix that. Perhaps worst of all, there’s no instruction manual. You will be given a free manual if you bring a Flash Drive (as small as you like) to copy it on as a PDF file. You can also receive it though your email account. We will go over a lot of the basic things you need to know, and also answer questions. Bring your own laptop and thumb drive. Please preregister. (Beginner)
Recover Deleted Items
Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, October 30 12:30-2:00pm • Cost: $8.00 You “accidently” deleted one or more files from your computer, like pictures. Find out what programs will help you get them back. Please pre-register.
One on One
Instructor: Amara Carberry Thur, Oct 1, 8, 22, 29 Cost: $15.00 Individual instruction on getting help with a computer, mobile device, tablet or other. Please let us know the area or items you need assistance with. Must pre-register. If these dates do not fit your schedule please call Amy at 434-6229.
Tech Help (One on One) Instructor: Betty Hall Mon, Oct 5,12,19,26 2:00pm • Cost $15.00 If you are interested in learning how to download and print your manual for your device come and join Betty. You will need to bring your device and/or model and serial numbers. Pre-register. Device Set Up
(One on One) Instructor: Betty Hall, Wed, October 7,14,21,28 2:00pm • Cost $15.00 If help is needed to set up your new Laptop, Tablet, Chromebook, Notebook, Kindle, Cell Phone, iPhone, or iPad; Pre-register.
Mobile Devices
Friday, Oct 16, 2:00pm Cost: Free
Open Computer Lab:
Tuesdays 10-noon and Thursdays 9:00-11:00am
Ready, Set, Serve…Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living
Musical Voices at a Johnson City Cardinal’s game!
Kate Gage, Director of “The Musical Voices” is retiring at the end of the year. With her leadership, the group serves the community well. She will be greatly missed. If you are interested in leading this energetic, talented group, please contact Kate Gage or Chyrl McLaughlin.
Monthly Volunteer Meeting
October 5th at 10:00 Arts & Crafts Room See what’s upcoming for the Volunteers. Light refreshments will be served. Donna Pearce with RSVP will be speaking (Retired Senior Volunteer Program).
Dawn Day, a representative of The American Red Cross will speak with us and collect your handcrafted blankets.
Mitten Tree Can you believe it is already the time of the year to think about mittens, hats and scarves? Volunteer, Ruth Sandy is again collecting new or homemade (please no used items) which will be gifted to the girls at Girls, Inc during a party at the center on Dec. 11. Please turn in donations at the front desk or to the volunteer coordinator Chyrl McLaughlin. Volunteers are also needed to assist with the party. Checkout the bulletin board next to the billiards room for up to date information.
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Dance & Special Events
Dance & Special Events Dance Lessons
Line Dance with Martha (Intermediate Beginner) Mondays 3:30pm $6.00 or Silver Sneakers Discount Dandy Line Dancers (Advanced) Mondays at 5:30pm. Group performs in community Ballroom Dance with Nadine and Ken Wednesdays 5:15pm. Free while Walt recuperates. Ballroom Dance Practice with Nadine Thursdays 1:00pm. Free. Beginner Ballroom Dance is on hold while Walt recuperates.
Amateur Photographers’ Club Photo Reception
Friday Oct. 2nd, 6:00-8:00pm and a month long display of the groups work. Come and view the beautiful work of these talents right here at out center!
Silver Sneakers® Shindig Tuesday, October 27 - 1:00-3:00pm Join us for a shindig celebrating our 3rd year providing Silver Sneakers® classes. Learn more about MPCC’s Silver Sneakers® program and meet the instructors. You won’t want to miss this event. Come on out and kick up your heels. Everyone invited. Please preregister before October 23. Cost: Free.
Friday Night Dance
Dance from 7-10 pm to a live band. Bring a snack to share during the break; chips/dip, fruit, vegetable tray, crackers/cheese, finger sandwiches, cookies etc. Price is $5 if registered and paid by noon on the day of the dance $7 at the door. For special dances, the ticket price is slightly higher and will be advertised as such. Silver Sneakers discount only applies to those who prepay. October 2 Kids Our Age October 16 Special Event Dance Sway into Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Dance featuring Patty Quarles November 6 Limited Edition December 4 Jerry Pierce December 18 Christmas Dance
Coming in November: Mele Kalikimaka Hawaiian Style Party
November 5, 6pm • Cost: FREE! Call 423-434-6237 to register in advance so we have plenty of leis and treats! Mele Kalikimaka, Merry Christmas! We are donning our grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts for a good cause - the Annual JCSC Foundation Christmas Box Outreach for needy elders in our community. Join us for tasty Hawaiian treats, beachy drinks, door prizes and great music by Mark Larkins. There will be an opportunity to “purchase” items for the boxes through donations of $1 to $55( and more if you are feeling generous). Check out Mark’s website www.marklarkins.com to get you in the spirit of the beachy Christmas season!
Thanksgiving Dinner
Friday, Nov 20, 5:30pm • Cost: $5:00 Purchase your ticket at the center and join us for a tasty Thanksgiving meal. Enjoy tasty seasonal foods, music by Eddie Skelton and fellowship with family and friends. Stick around after dinner for music and dancing.
2015 Line Dance Parties
Martha Davenport will lead the dances and set the tone for a fun evening! Time: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Cost is $3 per person November 13, 2015 Thankful Dance. Bring a canned food to donate to Second Harvest Food Bank to increase your chances of winning some amazing prizes. December 11, 2015 Bring a savory or sweet dish to share as we celebrate the holidays. Drinks will be provided by the Center.
October 2015
October 2015
Arts
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Arts/Crafts/Performing Arts Amateur Photography Club
Acrylics Class
Monday October, 5 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm If you’re just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us! Photo themes: October-‘Guess what this is?’ NovemberDead and Gone, December-Say Hallelujah!
Wednesdays 12:30pm • Cost: $10.00 Join “Art” Holsclaw to paint and share. Designed for beginners or experienced painters. Registration deadline is Monday before each class.
Next Step Photography Club Second Tuesday 6:30pm If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed, composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you.
Heart Strings Tuesdays 10:00am - Noon Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk music.
Senior Chorale Thursdays 10:00am 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 and accompanied on piano by Barbara Knisely. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.
Needle and Fiber Arts Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00pm • Cost: Free Instructor: Jane Dresser A class designed for beginning to advanced levels of fiber arts. Bring any type of fiber project to work on or begin to learn. Enjoy the company of others while you work on your project. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.
Open Craft Time Fridays 1:00 - 4:00pm • Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.
Open Art Studio Mondays 12:30 - 3:30pm • Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other artists. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.
suitable for framing once finished. Of course, you can color just for fun, relaxation or to improve fine motor skills.
Fabric Painting Thursdays in October 12:30 - 2:00pm Cost: $5 for the series Join this exciting new class and learn to paint on fabric. We will create beautiful designs for clothing and home décor. Supplies will be furnished or bring your own.
Fall Photo Contest! Bring in your “Best Fall Photos” for the Fall Photo Contest. Entries are due October 21-31. Voting will take place November 2-13. Prizes will be awarded! Please put your name, address and phone number on the back of each entry. Photo size 4”x6” or 5”x7”.
Art History & Appreciation Mondays in October 1:00 - 2:30pm Cost: $5.00 for the series Instructor: Ann Whitson. Would you like to indulge yourself in a feast for the eyes and mind and enjoy images of the Western world’s glorious heritage of painting, sculpture, architecture? Join us for an exciting journey of discovery in this Art History & Appreciation class! Please preregister & pay.
Wood Burning Class
Coming in November
October 8th 5:30-8:30pm • Cost: $35 Join Sharon Chase for another exciting class in the Art of Wood Burning. Please bring wood burner with tips, griphate paper, tracing paper, pencil, eraser, & nail file. Project material will be supplied. Preregister and pay by October 1st.
Mountain Dulcimer Class
Coloring Club
Mondays in November 1:00pm - 2:00pm • Cost: $20 for the series Decoupage can sometimes be deceptive. By looking at a finished project, you would think this craft technique would be complicated, but it isn’t. It is actually quite simple. If you can cut and paste, you already know most of the techniques involved. We will create lovely decorations to be used at home or to give as gifts.
Wednesdays 12:30 - 1:30pm • Cost: Free Join in on the new trend in Adult Coloring! Bring your colored pencils, crayons, markers (or use ours) and relax and color in the company of friends and new friends. Coloring sheets will be provided or you can bring your own. This is not your children’s coloring book coloring, most pages are
Next class starts November 17 Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30pm Cost: $35.00 for eight sessions Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones!
Decoupage Class
October 2015
Fitness Focus
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Fitness FOCUS Toning
Mon and Wed, 8:30am • Cost: $2 Instructor: Sue Pentz. One hour full-body toning with light cardio.
Love Handles*
Mon and Wed, 9:30am • Cost: Free Instructor: Sue Pentz. Thirty minute class focusing on the abdominals.
Silver Sneakers® Classic*
Monday and Wednesdays, 10:00am Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle Increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
for the individual who is facing total joint replacement both before surgery and after finishing post-surgical physical therapy. Please contact Deb Fogle at 434-6231 for more information.
Silver Sneakers® Circuit
Tuesdays and Fridays 8:30am (Tuesday); 10:00am (Friday) Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle 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.
Mon and Wed, 11am • Cost: $3 Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Low-impact Tai Chi modified for seniors. Easy on the joints, recommended by the Arthritis Foundation and CDC for arthritis relief and fall prevention, Stretching, body alignment and slow, controlled, mindful movement. Improve your body and your mind.
Catch the Wave Series Power Walking
Qigong
Zumba®Zeniors
Fridays, October 2-23, 8:30am Cost: $2 • Instructor: Deb Fogle Class is an inside walking program to improve gait and pace. Wear a well-supported shoe and comfortable clothing. Participants should be able to presently walk for 20 minutes.
Mon and Wed at Noon • Cost: $3 Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Moving meditation: Gentle movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body. Class includes warmups, stretching, breath work and learning one of the most popular Qigong forms for health and relaxation. Benefits all chronic conditions. Leave feeling energized and relaxed.
Tues and Thur, 9:15am - 10:15am • Cost: $3 Instructor: LeAnna Lawson LeAnna is a licensed Zumba® instructor who will provide a low impact Zumba® class designed for beginners of all ages and active older adults. Come enjoy this fun way to increase your daily activity. Even if you have never done Zumba® before, you will want to try out this class.
Silver Sneakers® Yoga*
Catch the Wave Series Active Living Pump
Tues at 1:00pm, Thursdays at 8:30am Cost $2 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Judy Jackson. Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.
Senior Hatha Yoga
Wednesdays, 6pm • Cost: $5 Instructor: Darlene Hatley. Beginner to Intermediate. Learning the most basic Yoga moves with Flow and Hold Yoga moves.
Keep It Moving
A new supervised exercise program for individuals who have finished Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy or been told by your physician that you need to exercise but don’t know how. This program serves as the next step in your progression in establishing a safe, independent exercise program. This program requires a referral from a medical professional. This is an ideal program
Fridays, October 30-November 20, 8:30am Cost: $2 • Instructor: Deb Fogle A functional fitness program which progresses through various stations of activity.
Silver Sneakers® Shindig
Tuesday, October 27 from 1:00 - 3:00pm Join us for a shindig celebrating our 3rd year providing Silver Sneakers® classes. Learn more about MPCC’s Silver Sneakers® program and meet the instructors. You won’t want to miss this event. Come on out and kick up your heels. Everyone invited. Please preregister before October 23. Cost: Free. Silver Sneakers Members - Want a fun way to increase your activity this summer? Then join Deb for the Silver Sneakers Classic® on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00am.
Walkers and Talkers Read All Details in Hall Across From Billiards Room Tuesday, October 6
Bus Departs Center 9:15am Return Approx. 3:00pm
$1.00
Walking Museum Tour This is an incredible value and a fun trip. Three museums in one location! We will be going to the Heritage Museum in Unicoi to see amazing museums. Children and grandchildren WELCOME! Walk through the grand house, the Clinchfield RR Museum as well as the fish hatchery. Sack lunch on the house porch.
Tuesday, October 20 Bus Departs Center 9:15am Return Approx. 2:00pm
$2.00
Farmhouse Gallery, plus one! The Farmhouse Gallery is a delightful blend of historic buildings, signs, barns, ironworkers shop, dancing barn, gallery, and more, all nestled in a beautiful garden setting. On their 75 acres there are ponds, sculpted gardens, gazebos, and peacocks. Afterwards, time permitting, we’ll walk on a forest trail.
Senior Center
Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St • Johnson City TN 37601 423-434-6220
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Groups and Meetings
October 2015
If your address changes, please call us and let us know! Johnson City Seniors’ Center at Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street • Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 (423) 434-6237 Hours of Operation: Senior Services Reception Desk: Mon-Friday 8am-5pm Memorial Park Community Center: Mon-Sat 7am-9pm
Groups and Meetings Watauga Valley Art League
Third Saturday of each month 10:30am - Noon • Cost: Free The meeting is composed of multifaceted aspiring artists ranging from the amateur stage to the professional stage. There is encouragement and educational opportunities at each meeting. Each month there is a guest who has a special art background and who is willing to share some of their valuable artistic insights. From 10:30 to 11:00am there is a ‘critique period’ where anyone is welcome to bring in a painting for constructive positive and negative insights.
Musical Voices
Rehearsal Mondays at 1:00pm Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.
Grief Support Gatherings
1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30pm at MPCC Featuring Michael Lester, M.A. Board Certified Grief Counselor
Bible Study Opportunities
Wed at 10:00am • Thur at 8:00am (Breakfast by donation)
Washington County S.A.L.T. Council
Meets the first Thursday of month 2:00pm at MPCC Seniors and Law Enforcement Together is an organization of senior
citizens, law enforcement officers and community groups which meets monthly to address the concerns and solutions for a more senior friendly community. Everyone Welcome!
As the Page Turns
As the Page Turns (book club): If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people, join us the first Thursday of each month at 10:00am. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. Books Provided. Book Selection: October - The Lemon Orchard by Luanne Rice November - The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman, December - Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi
Writers Circle
2nd and 4th Thursdays at 10:00am Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group.
Medicare Counseling
Need help navigating the world of Medicare? Have questions or concerns? Want to know more about your benefits under Medicare? New to Medicare? Make an appointment and speak one-on-one with a trained volunteer. Call 423-434-6237 to make an appointment October 15, 2:00pm - 6:00pm by appointment. The center is hosting a Medicare Open Enrollment Event on November 3, 9:00am - Noon. Please call for an appointment.