Senior Lifestyles Volume XXXVI No. 24
December 2015
Christmas Dance Page 12
Lady Vols Basketball vs Virginia Tech Page 5
Speedway in Lights Page 5
Ladies Night Out Page 13
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News
JCSC Foundation News Thank you for the generous response to the Foundation’s Christmas Box Project. Many seniors will receive a Christmas Box full of grocery items, paper goods and detergents that will provide for basic needs for several weeks. If you plan to make a donation but haven’t done so, the last day to donate items for a box is Monday, December 7. Cash donations are accepted at any time. You may also purchase a box in honor of a family member or friend at a cost of $55, and that person will receive a card acknowledging a gift in their honor. The list of donors for the fall fund drive and the Christmas box project will appear in the January newsletter. Again, we can’t say thank you often enough for your generosity! In April, the Foundation will hold the inaugural run of the Deerslayer OCR 5K. Deerslayer is the first event of its kind in Johnson City: a 3.2 mile race across mixed terrain, with 19 obstacles to overcome along the way. There will be a competitive timed division as well as a Just-For-Fun division for individuals or teams. You must be 18 years or older to enter. Not interested in competing – then volunteer at the event! We will need many volunteers; this will be an exciting day and you’ll want to be a part of it! Circle April 16 on your calendar, and we’ll see you at Winged Deer Park.
December 2015
Inclement Weather Policy When Johnson City schools are closed due to inclement weather, Memorial Park Community Center will open at 10:00 a.m. for access to the following areas: fitness room, gymnasium, game room, billiards room, and pool (for open/lap swim and open therapy only). Scheduled events and instructor-led programs will be cancelled. The centers will close at 5:00 p.m. When Johnson City Schools are on a delay due to inclement weather, community centers, art center and pools, will open at 10:00 am and all events and programs will begin at 10:00 am. Each location will close at normal closing hours, unless inclement weather occurs later in the day that forces closure. When schools let out early due to inclement weather all programs and events scheduled for the remainder of the day will be cancelled. If inclement weather occurs on a weekend when schools are not in session the Parks & Recreation Department Director will determine when parks and centers would open and make a decision by 6:00 am. Transportation will not be provided when Johnson City Schools are closed or let out early due to inclement weather. For Announcements about schedule changes call 434-5750.
No meals will be served at MPCC
No meals will be served at MPCC
December 2015
Hip Hikers
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Hip Hikers The Hip Hikers are on break until the February hiking meeting. Enjoy the holidays and we’ll see you in 2016!
Ten years ago, five participants formed the Hip Hikers group and continue to hike with Mike Woods every month! Thousands of miles later and much of it on challenging trails, the group has grown to over 30 participants. What an inspiration! This group draws attention almost everywhere they hike and now that recognition has gone regional. On October 12, 2015, the Hip Hikers received a Positive Images in Aging Award at the Southeastern Association of Area Agencies on Aging Conference in Savannah, GA. This group exemplifies active aging and I encourage each of you to find an activity that ignites your passion for an active life through active living. Thanks Hip Hikers for helping the Johnson City Senior Center set the standard for excellence in programming for the entire southeast region!
Pictured above are the original 5 hip hikers who have been hiking together for the past 10 years. From left to right: Jean Sprinkle, Russ Rivers, Mike Woods, Harry Ford and Helen Bowers.
Seniors take a lunch break at Mouse Falls.
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Lifelong Learning
December 2015
Lifelong Learing Conversational Spanish
Tuesdays, 3pm Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Cost: No Cost 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.
Spanish Tutoring- Thursdays at 1:30pm German Conversation Group
Thursdays, 9:30am Join us if you know German, or would like to brush up on your speaking and reading skills of the language.
Kudos to the German group for participating in the first German Fest at ETSU! Also, the German group has initiated a scholarship fund at ETSU to be the Beginning German Award Scholarship. What a great gift the group is giving to future students in German language and education. Anyone is welcome to donate to the scholarship fund with checks made out to ETSU Foundation and memo line Beginning German Award Scholarship.
Durable Power of Attorney (for healthcare)
Thursday, December 10, 3pm Cost: No cost, please register Wesley Wilson will provide blank forms and bring his Notary Seal so anyone needing to designate an agent to make a healthcare decision in the event of no spouse or spouse not being able can get it done. Mr. Wilson will provide one on one consultation for a short time. Additional times may be set up with him.
Legal Aid-(Estate planning)
Monday, December 14, 4-6pm A FREE CLINIC to assist seniors and other individuals who need assistance to prepare the following documents: Simple Last Will and Testament, Power of Attorney and Advanced Healthcare Plan. Get questions answered. Please register, walk in basis for assistance.
Thanks to the Council on Aging of Greater Nashville for sharing this warning from the National Council on Aging. Scam of the Month-November 2015 SNAP Scammers
There are reports of a nationwide scam regarding food stamps, now called SNAP. In this scam seniors receive unsolicited calls from what appears to be the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) toll-free hotline number. In reality the scammers have “spoofed” the hotline and they are not affiliated with the USDA Food and Nutrition Service. The callers request personal information and offer assistance for filling out applications for SNAP and other services. Never provide personal information or a credit card number to unsolicited callers. Use trusted agencies and sites to apply for SNAP. In our area that includes the county offices of the Tennessee Department of Human Services which administers the SNAP program. An online application is available at www.tn.gov/humanserv. Community Food Advocates at 1-855-277-0964 can also assist in applying and for general information. Source: National Council on Aging
Call Jessica Holsclaw for a tour today! 423-772-0161 • Fax: 423-772-3481
146 Buck Creek Road • Roan Mountain, Tennessee 37687
December 2015
Outings
Outings Christmas in Pigeon Forge
December 4, Depart MPCC at 10am arrive back at the center around 8:30pm Cost: $6 and dinner is on your own at Apple Barn Please register by December 3 We invite you to join us for a Christmas trip to Pigeon Forge for shopping, touring the Christmas Inn, and to support the Senior Chorale as they perform at the Christmas Place Store and Christmas Inn. The day will conclude with dinner at the Apple Barn and a drive through Pigeon Forge to enjoy the Christmas decorations and lights.
Holiday Choral Concert - Rise Up, Shepherd!
Saturday, December 5, Leave MPCC at 2:20pm • Cost: $1 Suggested donation at concert Must pre-register by Friday December 4 at noon. The ETSU Holiday Choral Concert is an annual tradition that spans more than 35 years. Join us as we ring in the season with choral masterworks, holiday favorites, and sing-along carols. The choirs will be joined by the ETSU Faculty Brass Quintet Performer(s): ETSU Chorale, East Tennessee Belles, BucsWorth Men’s Choir, Greyscale
Dixie Diners Christmas
Saturday, December 5, 9am Please register by December 1 We will have our Christmas breakfast. Meet us at the Golden Corral for a wonderful holiday event. There will be a drawing for a holiday prize as well as lots of great food. The Golden Corral is located at 3104 Brown’s Mill Road, on the hill behind McDonald’s.
Lady Volunteer Basketball vs Virginia Tech
Sunday, December 6, Bus departs at 11am Cost: $30 per person (includes ticket and transportation to game) Please pre-register by and pay by
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Games November 30. Limited seats available. We will be in section 100 which is a lower section in Boling Arena for the 2pm tip-off.
Speedway in Lights Monday, December 7 Leave MPCC at 5:30, Return between 8-9 • Cost: $3 Please pre-register by Thursday, December 3 Join us to see the festive and electric Speedway in Lights. Speedway in Lights Powered by TVA is the largest holiday light show in the South. Speedway in Lights benefits programs and organizations supporting the needs of children in the Tri-Cities region by producing one of the largest holiday light shows in the country. A route of approximately four miles and two million lights provides entertainment for thousands and raises money for children charities. Source: Speedway in lights.
Travel Corner December 2015 It’s been a great travel year for JCSC Seniors on the Go! We’ve heard rave reviews of the trips to Boston, the Western National Parks, the Canadian Maritimes, and New York City. Thank you for your participation. We have a selection of trips for every interest in 2016. The motorcoach trip to Maine is filling fast if you’re interested in this trip you need to make a deposit soon before the bus is full. Every trip offered by Diamond Tours to Maine is already booked, so this will be the only opportunity in 2016. We’ve also had good interest in the England and Paris trip and the late fall Washington, DC trip. The annual New York City trip, a crowd favorite, has been moved back a few weeks to mid-October in 2016. Have a blessed Christmas season. If you’re looking for that perfect gift for the person who has everything, consider a trip with JCSC Seniors on the Go!
Hand and Foot
Mondays at 1:00pm If you don’t know how to play, they can teach you!
Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Mondays • 6:00pm
Bingo
9:00am: November 17th
Party Contract Bridge Tuesdays • Noon
Scrabble Group
Tue • 5:30pm The scrabble group is always looking for new members!
Mexican Train Dominoes
Tuesdays 6pm Join us every Tuesday afternoon at 6pm for an exciting fun-filled time with some marvelous BFFs.
Pinochle
Wed at 1:00pm A trick-taking card game for 4.
Rook
Thursdays • 1:00pm Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards.
Brain-A-Cise
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!
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Sports
December 2015
Sports Senior Basketball
Mondays at 10:00am Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot arounds
Senior Billiards
Monday - Friday 7:00am to 8:00pm • 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 8:00am-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.
Anyone interested in passing on their athletic skill or expertise? How about teaching a class?
Keep your brain and body active with table tennis. Yearly tournaments will be held.
Softball Conditioning for Ages 50+
Tuesday and Thursdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cost: No Cost Instructor: Deb Fogle Even though the season is over for the year it’s still
important for you to stay in shape and maintain your flexibility.
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 $5 a round at the par 3 course in Unicoi, TN.
Healthy Living
December 2015
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Healthy Living Grief and the Holidays
Wednesday, December 2, 11-noon Gary Metcalf, Director of Spiritual and Pastoral Care with MSHA • Cost: No Cost Do you have a hard time dealing with grief during the holidays? It can be a hard time for people and how do you get through it? Call 423-434-6237 for a seat.
Aging without Fear Support Group
1st and 3rd Thursdays 4-5pm The meetings will be Dec. 3 and 17 Please come and share with us. We are a group of people who are facing aging without fear by standing up and looking it full in the face.
Opioids and Addiction
Monday Dec. 7, 11-noon Dr. David Dahl, Anesthesiologist/ Pain Medication Specialist • Cost: No Cost Let us gain knowledge about the use of opioids and possible addiction of these powerful drugs. Can you get pain relief without becoming addicted to the medication? What are the medications and techniques that are used to relieve pain?
The Benefits of Drinking Water Getting enough water is important for your health. Water helps your body by keeping your temperature normal, lubricating and cushioning your joints, protecting your spinal cord and other sensitive tissues, and helps get rid of waste products through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements. As we get older, you might lose your sense of thirst. You simply do not feel the need to drink water, but your body does need it to function properly. There are some medications that make it even more important to drink plenty of water. Ask your doctor what they recommend for your daily intake of water/ fluids. This is particularly important if you have fluid restrictions because of heart or kidney problems.
Why do some medications work better than others? If addiction is a problem what do you do? Call 423-434-6237 to reserve a seat. No cost
Holiday Stress Busters
Tuesday December 8, 11-noon Dr. Timothy Dunne • Cost: No Cost For some people getting ready for the Holiday is so stressful. Presents to buy, programs to go to, meals or snacks to make, people to see, no money to spend, oh my! Come learn ways to make this the best holiday! Come bring a friend, neighbor or relative you will laugh and feel relaxed. Goodbye stress! Call 423-434-6237 for a seat
Coming in January Depression Talk
Thursday Jan. 7 and 14 at 1pm Jane Dresser, RN • Cost: No Cost Depression is a common problem with many people. These will a 2 part class. What causes it? When is it normal? When is it not? When do you need help? How is it treated? Can environmental things affect your depression? There will be time to ask questions. Call 423-434-6237 for a seat. Here are some ways to increase your intake of water: • • •
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Take sips from a glass of water, milk or juice between bites during your meals. Drink a full glass of water when you take a pill. Take a bottle of water with you in the car when you are doing errands and when you come to exercise classes. Drink water before class, during class and after class. Don`t stop drinking liquids if you have a urinary control problem. Talk to your doctor about treatment. Take sips of water throughout the day while you are watching TV or reading.
Water truly is life. Adequate water intake helps keep your body running smoothly. Stop by the Nurses Office for a free water bottle to help you stay hydrated here and on the go!
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.
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December Special Events
December 2015
TUESDAY
FRIDAY
WEDNESDAY
3:30 Softball Conditioning
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10:00 Volunteer Meeting 11:00 Opioids & Addiction 1:00 Candle Making Class 4:00 Amateur Photography Club 5:30 Speedway in Lights
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1:00 Candle Making Class 4:00 Legal Aid
1:00 Candle Making Class
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10:00 Mason Jar Craft 12:00 Walkers & Talkers Lunch & Learn 1:00 Grief & The Holidays
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9:45 Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre
11:00 Holiday Stress Busters 1:00 Mountain Dulcimer Class 3:30 Softball Conditioning 6:00 Ladies Night Out – You Too Can Make Bread
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10:00 Silver Sneakers® Christmas Karaoke Celebration 12:00 Christmas Box Project 1:00 Mountain Dulcimer Class 3:30 Softball Conditioning 1:00 Mountain Dulcimer Class 3:30 Softball Conditioning
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12:00 Christmas Box Project
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10:00 As the Page Turns 1:00 Hand Made Greeting Cards 1:00 Karaoke Fun! 2:00 S.A.L.T. Council 3:30 Softball Conditioning 4:00 Aging Without Fear 5:00 Christmas with the Polar Express
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1:00 Hand Made Greeting Cards 1:00 Karaoke Fun! 3:00 Durable Power of Attorney (Healthcare) 3:30 Softball Conditioning
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8:30 Functional Fitness Fridays – Balance and Flexibility 12:30 Superhero Tune Up 4:00 Christmas Party for Girls Inc 6:00 2015 Line Dance Party
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8:30 Functional Fitness Fridays – Cardio with a Twist 10:00 Watauga Valley Art League
8:00 Christmas Box Breakfast 12:00 Christmas Box Project 1:00 Hand Made Greeting Cards 1:00 Karaoke Fun! 3:30 Softball Conditioning 4:00 Aging Without Fear
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8:30 Functional Fitness Friday – Body Weight Training 10:00 Christmas in Pigeon Forge 12:30 Excel II Dec. 5th Holiday Choral Concert at 2:20 pm Dec. 6th – 11:00am Lady Volunteer Basketball
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7:00 Christmas Dance
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1:00 Mountain Dulcimer Class 3:30 Softball Conditioning
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December 2015
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Ongoing Events
December 2015
Ongoing Events MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
7:00am - 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Toning 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Nurse One on One 9:00a - 2:00p Random Blood Sugars 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 PreRegistration 12:30 – 3:30 Open Art Studio 1:00 High Flyers Bowling Holiday Lanes 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Hand and Foot 2:00 Challenge Square Dance 3:30 Line Dance with Martha 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers 6:00 Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club
7:00am - 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 9:00 Nurse One on One 9:00a - 2:00p Random Blood Sugars 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 10:00 Heart Strings Instruments Jam Session 10:00 -11:00 Open Computer Lab 11:00 Contract Bridge 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires PreRegistration 12:30 Pencil Drawing Made Easy 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 - 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugar Clinic 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Toning 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Nurse One on One 9:00a - 2:00p Random Blood Sugars 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 PreRegistration 12:30 Acrylics 12:30 Coloring Club 1:00 Pinochle 5:15 Ballroom Dance Lessons 6:00 Senior Hatha Yoga
7:00am - 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 8:00 Blood Pressure Screenings 8:30 Silver Sneakers® Yoga 9:00 Nurse One on One 9:00a - 2:00p Random Blood Sugars 9:00-11:15 Open Computer Lab 9:15 Zumba® Zeniors 9:30 German Conversation 10:00 Senior Chorale 12:00 Congregate Meal Requires PreRegistration 1:00 Golden Strikers Bowling @Holiday Lanes 1:00 Rook 1:00 Ballroom Dancing 1:30 Spanish Tutoring
7:00am - 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 PreRegistration 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge 1:00-4:00 Open Craft Time 1:00 Mahjong
December 2015
Computers / Volunteers
Computers Excel II
Instructor: Jim Foote Friday, December 4, 12:30pm Cost: $8.00 Class will become familiar with and use basic math in their created spread sheets. Skills of Excel I or equivalent Excel experience required. Please pre-register.
Superhero Tune Up
Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, December 11, 12:30pm Cost: $8.00 If you have major tune up needs, this is the lesson you want to sit in on. There are many free programs available to help you overcome serious problems. Please pre-register.
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Volunteers
Ready, Set, Serve Volunteer!
On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Monthly Volunteer Meeting
Monday, December 7th at 10:00am Thank you for choosing to serve the Center with your time, treasures, and talent! We could not do what we do without Volunteers. We invite you to join us as we celebrate you with music, refreshments and door prizes!
Christmas Party for Girls Inc.
December 11 at 4pm We will be hosting a party for Girls Inc and distribute the mittens, hats and scarves you have collected. There is still time to donate an item and your presence at the party is appreciated. Call Chyrl 434-6226 to let her know if you would like to volunteer to bake cookies, make punch, or decorate for the party.
Checkout the bulletin board next to the billiards room for up to date information.
Christmas Shopping? What to buy that son or son-in-law, grandchild, or friend who has everything…or you do not know their tastes and/or the correct size? Please consider purchasing, in their name, a Christmas Food Basket for an elderly needy person. The cost is $55 per box, but any donation would help the Senior Center Foundation reach its goal of 125 food baskets. A card will be sent to the person you have chosen to honor.
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Dance & Special Events
December 2015
Dance & Events Challenge Square Dance
with Don Williamson returns Mondays at 2pm.
Line Dance with Martha (Intermediate Beginner) Mondays 3:30pm • $6.00 or Silver Sneakers Discount
Dandy Line Dancers
(Advanced) Mon at 5:30pm Group performs in community
Ballroom Dance
with Nadine and Ken Wednesdays at 5:15pm. Free
Ballroom Dance Practice
with Nadine on Thursdays at 1:00pm. Free
Silver Sneakers® Christmas Karaoke Celebration
Tuesday, December 15, 10am-noon • Cost: Free Please pre-register by December 11. Join us for a morning of trying something new, whether singing karaoke style or trying a new Silver Sneakers® eligible event. There will be door prizes and light refreshments.
Karaoke Fun!
Thursdays, 1-5pm Cost: Free The Karaoke Fun! Club is the place to be on Thursdays! All skill levels are welcome to participate or just listen (until the Karaoke bug stings). Lucca has over 20,000 songs to choose from so there is no need to bring your own discs. Knowing the words to the songs is not necessary as they will be displayed on the large tv screen. The more the merrier for this activity so invite your friends and family to join in! For more information call senior volunteer, Lucca Prosseda at 268-2564.
Christmas with The Polar Express
Thur, Dec 3, 5pm • Cost: Free The dining room will be alive with the sounds and tastes of Christmas. Join us as we start the month of December on a festive note with dancers from the Polar Express show, Senior Chorale, Musical Voices, Heart Strings, and more. Light refreshments will be served.
Friday Night Dance
Dance from 7-10 pm to a live band. Bring a snack to share during the break. Price is $5 if registered and paid by noon on the day of the dance $7 at the door.
2015 Line Dance Parties
For special dances, the ticket price is slightly higher and will be advertised as such. Silver Sneakers discount only applies to those who prepay.
Martha Davenport will lead the dances and set the tone for a fun evening! 6pm-8pm Cost is $3
December 4 Jerry Pierce December 18 Christmas Dance Featuring Big Band Theory January No Dances February No Dances March 4 Kids Our Age
December 11, 2015 Bring a savory or sweet dish to share as we celebrate the holidays. Drinks will be provided by the Center.
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December 2015
Arts
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Arts/Crafts/Performing Arts Heart Strings
Tuesdays, 10–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, 10am 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, 1-4pm Cost: Free A gathering of folks who are interested in the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center.
Acrylics Class
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.
Open Craft Time
Fridays, 1-4pm 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.
Coloring Club
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2pm 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.
Pencil Drawing Made Easy
Tuesdays, 12:30 – 2pm Cost: Free Ongoing class in pencil drawing welcomes new members. We work on basic drawing skills and techniques, such as line, shape, shading and perspective, in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere. Instructor- Ann Whitson.
Mountain Dulcimer Class
Tuesdays, 1 – 2:30pm Cost: $35.00 for eight sessions Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones!
Candle Making Class
Mondays, December 7-21, 1-2pm Cost: $15 Candle making is an art form that has survived the centuries, born out of necessity around 200 AD, to become a widely popular hobby today. Easy to create, mesmerizing to look at...and they make great gifts. We will make beautiful, decorative candles using different colors and decorations. Instructor: Ann Whitson.
Come join the fun! Instructor: Ann Whitson.
Mason Jar Craft
Wednesday, December 2, 10– 12:30pm Cost: $10 One of the most popular and exciting crafts these days – Mason jars have unlimited possibilities for crafting. Join this class to explore the many ways Mason jars can be used to make fun, attractive and useful art, as well as gifts. Instructor: Ann Whitson
Ladies Night Out
Tuesday, December 8, 6-7:30pm ‘You Too Can Make Bread!’ • Cost: $15 Does the thought of making bread scare you? Then you will want to come to this session to learn how to make bread. Several recipes will be available and you will be able to sample and help make. Great gift idea. Refreshments served!
Seasonal Wreath Class ‘Christmas Wreath’
Friday, December 4, 12:30pm - 3:00pm Cost: $20 Get ready for the holidays! Join Ann Whitson for the next Wreath Making class and make a beautiful Holiday Wreath for your home! Please pre-register and pay. Class size is limited.
Coming in January: Save your ‘Best Holiday & Winter Photos’ for the next photo contest! Entries are due January 20th through 30th. Voting will take place February 2nd through 13th. 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”.
Hand Made Greeting Cards
Thursdays, December 3-17, 1-2pm Cost: $15 Just in time for the Holidays! Join us for this class and make beautiful handmade cards with a Holiday theme. We will also make cards with other themes. We will use a variety of materials and technique, such as quilling, paper art, fabric and found objects.
Arts & Crafts Note
Art teacher Ann Whitson will be on break January, February and March, but will return to welcome spring with a ‘Seasonal Wreath ~ Spring!’ workshop, as well as other exciting classes and workshops!
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December 2015
December 2015
Fitness Focus
Fitness FOCUS Toning
Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30am Cost: $2 • Instructor: Sue Pentz One hour full-body toning with light cardio.
Love Handles*
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30am Cost: Free • Instructor: Sue Pentz Thirty minute class focusing on the abdominals.
Silver Sneakers® Classic*
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle Increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living.
Silver Sneakers® Circuit
Fridays, 10am • 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.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
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.
Qigong
Mon and Wed, 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.
Silver Sneakers® Yoga*
Tuesdays, 1pm • Thursdays, 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 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.
Zumba Zeniors
Tue 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.
Functional Fitness Fridays
Fridays, 8:30am Cost: $2 – Instructor: Deb Fogle December 4 – Body Weight Training December 11 – Balance and Flexibility December 18 – Cardio with a twist Come and try out these new programs and keep yourself active before the holiday rush.
Strive for 10 Challenge
You can become a member of the Strive for 10 Club by participating in 10 Silver Sneakers® eligible events per month. Please make sure you sign-in each day you participate in an eligible event. There are also personal tracking sheets at the Senior Services desk for your record. Not a Silver Sneakers® member, that’s okay, you can still participate for $5 per/person plus class fee (if there is a fee). If you get 3 consecutive months of 10 events per month, you will receive a tee shirt or water bottle. Also see how you can become eligible for a grand prize drawing of a $100 gift certificate. Drawing will occur in April, 2016.
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Walkers and Talkers Read All Details in Hall Across From Billiards Room Wednesday, December 2 12 Noon • Please RSVP
Celebrate A Little, Learn A Lot
Pot Luck!
Bring a dish to share & enjoy lunch. Meet some new friends. Then we will discover several methods for identifying flowers, trees, and birds. It’s fun and easy.
Learn how to identify plants, birds & trees while we enjoy lunch!
Silver Sneakers® Christmas Karaoke Celebration
Tuesday, December 15, 10-Noon Cost: Free – Join us for a morning of trying something new, whether singing karaoke style or trying a new Silver Sneakers® eligible event. There will be door prizes and light refreshments. Please pre-register by December 11. You won’t want to miss this event!
Senior Center
Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St • Johnson City TN 37601 423-434-6220
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Groups and Meetings
December 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 Gathering
Grief Support Gathering is not meeting in December, but will meet on January 5 at 6:30pm.
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. Next meeting is December 3, 2:00pm. Everyone Welcome!
As the Page Turns
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: December - Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi January - Burial Rites by Hannah Kent, February - Nicked and Dimedby Barbara Ehrenreich.
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. The center is hosting a Medicare Open Enrollment Event on November 3, 9:00am - Noon. Please call for an appointment.