January 2024 Senior Lifestyles

JANUARY 2024

Johnson City Senior Center

510 Bert St, Johnson City, TN 37601 423-434-6237 (Senior Services Desk) 423-434-5749 (Recreational Services/Aquatics Desk) Monday-Friday 7 AM - 8 PM • Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM • Closed Sunday

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

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Center News

Foundation News

Welcome to the Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center.

The next event for the Foundation is the Spring Forward for Seniors. You can help by donating items during their designated week for Seven Weeks of Giving. They are as follows: Week 1 – January 8 – Bar Soap (3 bars per pack) Week 2 – January 15 – Facial Tissue (160+ count) Week 3 – January 22 – Aluminum Foil (25 sq ft) Week 4 – January 29 – Toilet Paper (12 rolls) Week 5 – Feb 5 – Paper Towels (8 rolls) Week 6 – Feb 12 – Laundry Detergent (50 oz) Week 7 – Feb 19 – Dish Detergent (25-32 oz) All donated items must be new and unopened. Last day for donations is February 23. Donations can be dropped off at senior lobby area. Thank you in advance.

If you are new to the center or had not been in the center for a while then don’t miss our “Try Us Out” event the first Thursday of each month at 9:00am. Meet staff, ask questions and tour the center.

Please remember to sign in at one of the kiosks for the events and programs you are attending In the center.

Visit us on the web at: https://www.johnsoncitytn.org/residents/senior_services_mission_vision.php Cover photo: Courtesy of Robert Murray

Congregate Meal

FTHRA serves lunch Monday –Friday from 11:30 – 12:00. Please call 423-434-5723 for more information.

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

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Computer Classes Open Computer Lab (Ages 18+)

Members of the Center will be able to check out an Access card to the Computer Lab at the Senior Front Desk to gain entrance into the Lab from 8:00a-5:00p, Monday through Friday. Times/Availability subject to Change.

Digital Skills — Smart Phones Instructor: Lexi Gillenwater Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursdays, January 11th & 25st 3:45-4:45pm These programs will cover basic computer skills, parts of a laptop, desktop, smart devices, security and scams. The programs will be provided by Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. Please Pre-register, limited space available.

Groups & Meetings Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study Mondays at 2pm (Ages 50+) Come join us as we study God’s word together.

Men’s Bible Study Thursdays at 8am (Ages 50+) Come join us as we study the Bible together.

As the Page Turns (Book Club) Thursday January 4th 10am

Loaner Books Provided (Ages 50+) If you like reading a variety of books and meeting

new people, come join us. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. We will be discussing the previous month’s book and you will receive the book for the next month’s meeting.

Volunteer Meeting

Monday, January 8th 10am Cost: Free This is our monthly volunteer meeting. A representative from Adult Day Services will be speaking about opportunities within that organization. An activity is planned and light refreshments will be served. Interested in volunteering? Check us out!

Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies- Grandparents and Relatives Raising Relative Children Monday January 8th 10am-12pm 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.

JCSC Seniors on the Go Tuesday, January 23 3pm (Ages 50+) Join old and new friends for the monthly meeting about all things travel!

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Free Tax Assistance

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Volunteers working through AARP-VITA will prepare your Federal taxes for free beginning Friday, February 2, 2024 at the Memorial Park Community Center.

Tax preparation will be by appointment only between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Friday until April 9.

Taxpayers will have an initial intake interview with a tax counselor. Then their return will be prepared by one counselor and quality reviewed by a second counselor. A printed copy of the return will be given to the taxpayer and the return itself will be E-filed with the IRS. If the return is for a married couple, both spouses must be present for the appointment.

All volunteers are trained using the IRS and AARP-VITA standards and must pass an IRS test. They can prepare individual and joint tax returns, with a few exceptions for certain complicated returns. There are no age or income limitations for this free service. For appointments, please call the MPCC at 423-434-5750 starting January 17, 2024.

You must bring your Social Security card and the social Security cards of all dependents on the return, photo identification for all individuals, and all tax documents such as W-2s, 1099-Rs, SSA-1099s, 1099-Bs, 1099-INTs and 1099-DIVs as well as your 2022 tax return. If you received advanced child tax credits, the IRS will send a letter 6419 which you will need to bring with you. If you purchased health insurance through the Marketplace, you must also bring your form 1095-A, which you will receive from the federal government. Until you have received all necessary forms, the volunteers will be unable to complete your return.

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Lifelong Learning

Thursday, December 28, 2023

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To prevent “echoing,” Please use “ear buds” when more than one computer is in a room. Sharing and show-and-tell are encouraged and Come! Learn! Discover the many things Brain-a-Cise always welcome. For more information, about who your ancestors were, their Cost: Free (Ages 50+) contact Lon Felker at 423-928-2073 or occupations, spouses, children, the Tuesdays in January, 1-2pm at lonsfelker@gmail.com. states and countries they came from.

Exercise for the brain. Join us for trivia Scam Prevention for Learn how to build a true, confirmed in this staff lead program. family tree using Ancestry.com and Film Series- A Social Focus Ancestry DNA, as well as other online Older Adults Instructor: Anna Smith Instructor: Dr. J. Catherine Herbert free sites. Learn the online and printed Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Thursday January 4th 10:30am research resources available. Bring a Friday January 12th & 26th, 4-7pm Scam prevention education is vital to laptop. Please Pre-register.

Dr. J. Catherine Herbert will hold prevent theft of identity or assets. In discussions on various movies that German Conversation this program will learn which scams have transformed our culture. This Club often target older adults, how to series will be Dramatic films focusing (Ages 16+) protect yourself with scam-fighting on real life concerns. We will watch Wednesdays in January, 10-11:30am resources, and where to report scams the movie and discuss the impacts Cost: Free and deceptive business practices. on society. Did society change the Lifelong learning of German Language, movies or did the movies transform our Culture, History, etc. Attendance is Naturally Yours Fall Into society? Please Pre-register.

NOT required to participate. DROPWinter IN/-OUT anytime during the meeting.

Genealogy Club Instructor: Connie Deegan ai164994908315_220412-MBFH-GRIEFSUP.pdf 1 4/14/2022Simultaneous 10:11:24 AM ZOOM is used, making Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday January 16th 10:30-11:45am Wednesdays in January, 10:30am-12pm our meetings available worldwide.

This is an opportunity to gather snippets of information regarding our northeast Tennessee outdoors. With the help of pictures and give and take discussion, folks will effortlessly learn more about things found in our surrounding natural area, concentrating on fall and winter months.

The Readys!

Instructor: Jayne Harper Thursday January 18th 10:30-11:30am Cost: Free (Ages 18+)

The “READYS!” is an emergency preparedness training for community members. The program focuses on how to prepare for an emergency or disaster, and the importance of creating a personal emergency plan and emergency go-bag. Participants will learn how to make a plan that includes family, friends and emergency responders, and how to build a kit for emergencies. Each participant will receive a FREE emergency go-bag and personal emergency plan.

IN-PERSON GRIEF SUPPORT

If you or someone you know needs grief support, please attend one of our support groups.

Angela Tyree LMT

Chelsa Ervin, LCSW

1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month Sponsored by: In Partnership with: 5:00 pm Everlan Johnson City 2623 Peoples Street Where Healing Begins Johnson City, TN (423) 282-1521 • MorrisBaker.com

Independent Practitioner TN Lic# 13888

423-880-5496

Visit the studio or schedule a home visit.

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

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

Located in the Home Trust Building by the Mall 1907 N. Roan St. Johnson City, TN • www.meritmassagecare.com

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Ongoing Events

(January 2024)

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10:00 Morning Mile

1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool

10:00 Classic

2:00-3:30 Home School Swim

10:00 Advanced Tai Chi

4:30 Dandy Line Dancers

10:00 German Conversation

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

7:00 Pickleball

11:00 Bingocize

6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room

8:45 Circuit

11:00 Qigong for Health

6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

Fitness Room

9:00 Chair Yoga

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

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

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

12:00 Beginner Tai Chi

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

9:15 Aquamix (pool)

1:00 Pinochle

10:00 Senior Basketball

1:00 Sewing Group

7:00 Pickleball

10:00 Circuit

1:00 Dulcimer Lessons

8:00 Fit and Toned

10:00 Johnson City String Band

1:00 Senior Basketball

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

11:00 Scrabble

1:30 Classic

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”

9:00 Mommy & Me Swim

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

2:00 Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session

MONDAY

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics

11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)

10:00 Classic

11:45 Splash (pool)

10:00 Advanced Tai Chi

1:00 Pencil Drawing

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

1:00 Bring Out the Artist in You

11:00 Bingocize 11:00 Qigong for Health

1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool

12:00 Beginner Tai Chi

1:00 Brain-a-Cise

1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta

1:30 Delay the Disease

1:00 Treasure Books/Junk Journals

2:00 Chess Club

1:00 Senior Basketball

2:00-3:30 Home School Swim

1:30 Classic

6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 3:00 Line Dance with Martha

6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

4:00-5:45 Open Swim

WEDNESDAY

6:00-7:30 Lap Swim

3:00-4:00 Lovin Line Dance 4:00-5:45 Open Swim 6:00-7:30 Lap Swim

FRIDAY 7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00 Pickleball 8:45 Circuit 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

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

9:30 Mahjong

THURSDAY

10:30 Qigong

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00am – 11:00pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00 Pickleball 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

9:00 Morning Water Aerobics 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:30 Advanced Tai Chi 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge(First Friday of each Month) 4:00-7:30 Open Swim 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

Saturday

7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room

9:15 Aquamix (pool)

Fitness Room

10:00 Circuit

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

10:00 Senior Basketball

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

11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”

9:00 – 3:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool

11:00-3:45 Lap Swim

9:15 Saturday Splash

Billiards Room

7:00 Pickleball

11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)

10:30-12:45 Lap Swim

Fitness Room

8:00 Fit and Toned

11:45 Splash (pool) 1:00 Rook

12:45-3:30 Open Swim

7:00-8:45 Lap Swim

9:00 Blood Pressure Checks

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

9:00 Doubles Table Tennis

1:30 Delay the Disease

9:00 Mommy & Me Swim

1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice

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

TUESDAY 7:00am to 8:00 pm

9:00 am — 4:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

Pricing and details about aquatic programs are available at the recreation desk.

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Healthy Living Nurses News If you have health concerns or questions, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Free Blood Pressure checks and Fasting Blood Sugar checks are available. Call 423-434-6235 for more details.

Hours are M-TH 9am-2 pm.

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Wits Workout ~Brain Fitness

Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/ TSU Extension Agent Cost: FREE (Ages 50+) Monday, January 8, 1-2pm

Join the fun and workout your brain in this interactive program with brain teasers and games aimed at keeping your mind sharp.

You’ll love it and your brain will too. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Lifelong Sports

Indoor Pickleball Play Schedule Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday and Wednesday 7am -10am Courts #1, 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate Courts #2, 3 — Advanced

10am -1pm

Courts #1, 2 — Beginner Court #3 — Intermediate/Advanced Courts # 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate

Tuesday and Thursday 7am-11:30am

Courts #1 — Beginner Court #2 — Advanced Courts # 3, 4, 5, 6 – Intermediate

Friday 7am – 2:30pm

Paddle Up – All Levels – All Courts

Pickleball at Keystone Cost: free (Ages 18+) Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8am-12pm Join in on the fun! This activity is a

modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

No registration required. Open play.

Senior Billiards

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday through Friday 7am-7pm No registration required, No time limit or number of players No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers

Doubles Table Tennis

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-11am 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

Keystone Senior Basketball

Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12pm Shoot around and pickup games

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SAD ~ Seasonal Affective Disorder

Hawaii 5-0 Fit

While many experience the “winter blues”, some experience a type of deeper depression called seasonal affective disorder. Symptoms can include feeling sad or hopeless, anxiety, irritability, appetite and sleep changes, low energy and social withdrawal. Learn more about ways to prevent and treat SAD. Help is available. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Get fit Hawaiian style! This 5-week program will motivate you to move more, eat healthier and focus on your overall well-being. As we meet our weekly health goals, we will virtually travel across the islands, learning about Hawaii’s beauty, food, culture and Aloha spirit. We will end our “journey” with a fun luau. Stop by the table in the lobby on January 17th or 18th to learn more and get

Speaker: Dr. Parvez, Medical Resident, ETSU Quillen College of Medicine Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, January 11, 1-2pm

Cost: Free (All Ages) 5 week wellness program starts January 22 Stop by lobby: Wednesday, January 17, 9-11am or Thursday, January 18, 12-2pm

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Helping Ensure Quality of Life and Independence At First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability, we are here to help you access the programs you need to take care of yourself as you age.

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FTAAAD Services and Programs COVID-19 Vaccination/Booster Assistance Information and Referral Line Family Caregiver Support Wellness Workshops Congregate and Home-Delivered Meals

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Advocacy for Long-Term-Care Residents In-Home Services for Aging in Place SNAP Application Assistance Senior Transportation Medicare/Health Insurance Counseling

If you have questions on these or other available programs, go to

www.ftaaad.org

or call us at

423.928.3258

Serving Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, Washington Counties

First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (FTAAAD) 3211 North Roan Street Johnson City, TN 37601

No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. This project is funded under a grant contract with the State of Tennessee.

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Receive a free cooking tool each week plus a chance to sample the recipes. Pre-registration required by calling 423-434-6237.

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registered. If unable to attend during these times, stop by the senior’s front desk or the nurse’s station to get signed up.

Glaucoma

Speaker: Dr. Wiley, Medical Resident, ETSU Quillen College of Medicine Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, January 18 1-2pm

Eat Smart & Move More Series

Gain a better understanding of glaucoma and the importance of getting your eyes checked regularly in this informative talk.

Learn about the potential causes, symptoms, testing and treatment options. Please pre-register by calling 434-6237.

Speaker: Sarah Balance, UT/TSU Extension Cost: FREE (All Ages) Wednesdays, January 17-February 21, 10:30-11:30am

Do you need some motivation to eat healthy and be more active?

Join us for a 6 week series of classes that will feature delicious recipes, healthy cooking tips, money and time saving ideas, plus will focus on moving more.

Lower Your Risk of Falls

Speaker: Alyssa Dyer, RRT, Quillen

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Rehabilitation Hospital Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, January 25, 11am-12pm

Falls tend to increase during the winter months, but there are things you can do to help lower your risk of falling. Alyssa will discuss some ways to make your home safer, increase your awareness of potential fall hazards and provide tips for improving your balance.

Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister.

Soups On!

Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/ TSU Extension Cost: FREE (All Ages) Tuesday, January 30, 10:30-11:30am

Warm up with some soup-er nutritious soup! Get new ideas and simple recipes that are quick, healthy and delicious! Samples and recipes provided. Pre-register at 423-434-6237.

Invisible Danger of Radon

Speaker: Lexi Brown, TN Dept. of Environment & Conservation Cost: FREE (All Ages) Wednesday, January 31, 1-2pm

January is Radon Awareness month and our area is prone to high levels of radon. Find out the facts about this cancer causing gas that all homeowners should test for but many aren’t aware that they should. What are the risks of high radon levels? The good news is that testing is free and the problem can be fixed. Winter is the best time to test when radon levels are highest. Free testing kits will be available after the program. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Fitness

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Fitness Room

Qigong

Fit & Toned

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.

Monday through Friday 7am – 8pm (Ages 14+) Fitness Orientation required for new users to the fitness room No preregistration required to use fitness room Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

Instructor: Kelly Finney Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 18+) Mondays & Wednesdays, 8am

One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Classic

Instructor: Deb Fogle Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Mondays & Wednesdays 10am Mondays & Wednesdays 1:30pm

Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. This class designed to help you become stronger and improve balance.

Tai Chi Advanced

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am Fridays, 11:30am

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.

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am Fridays. 10:30am

Tai Chi Beginner

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12pm

Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors.

Circuit

Instructor: Deb Fogle Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Tuesdays & Fridays, 8:45am Tuesday & Thursday 10am

This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

Chair Yoga

Instructor: Tricia Korade Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Tuesday 9-10am

Move through seated and standing yoga postures to

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increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. No part of this class is done on the floor. A chair is used to meet a variety of fitness levels. The class is appropriate for participants of all fitness levels, including those who have never practiced yoga before.

as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. This class requires movement to the floor and back up without assistance.

Bring your own mat, yoga blanket, blocks, and yoga straps.

Yoga “Just Breathe”

Group Exercise Guidelines

Join us for a breath of fresh air

Preregistration recommended for the above classes. Class size for Classic and Circuit is 20. Class Size for chair yoga is 15.

Instructor: Dixie Neth Cost: $5/class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am12:30pm

Games Hand & Foot Canasta

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Mondays, 1-5pm

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

Bingocize®

(Ages 50+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am11:45pm Cost: Free Prizes sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services

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

Scrabble Group

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 11am-1pm

Come join this group who loves to test

their spelling with the luck of the draw of tiles. The more the merrier. Dictionaries are provided.

Chess Club Cost: Free (18+) Tuesdays, 2-5pm

Open to all skill levels. Come join our group.

Pinochle

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1-5pm

A trick taking card game for four.

Rook

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1-5pm

Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us!

Mahjong

Cost: Free (18+)

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Fridays, 9:30-11:30am

Beginners and experienced, come join us for a game of mahjong, a tile based game similar to rummy. If you are wanting to learn someone will be there on the first Friday of the month to teach you.

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge

(Ages 50+) 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 12:304:30pm

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

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Rec programs Tri Cities Dance Club Instructor: Tamarro Taylor Cost: Free All Ages Fridays, 1-3p

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

Hot Chocolate Hike

Instructor: Roy Oakley Winged Deer Park, Disc Golf Parking Lot Cost: Free All Ages Saturday, January 6th, 10–11:30am

Join Roy for the first recreational hike of the New Year. Enjoy hot chocolate in the morning before we head off on a moderate hike.

Meet at Disc Golf/Mountain Biking Parking Lot on Carroll Creek Road at the trailhead.

Volunteer “Jerry” Phillips will be leading Bingo with prizes.

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Family Tweetsie Walk Instructor: Sarah Fugarino Cost: Free All Ages Wednesdays, January 10th ,17th, 24th, and 31st Time: 4-5pm

Join us for a fun walk on the Tweetsie Trail. This is a particular walking series that encourages families to get in some activity, steps, bonding, and quality time together.

Hand Lettering Hour

Instructor: Sarah Fugarino Cost: Free All ages Tuesdays, January 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th Time: 3-4pm

Join us as we explore different hand lettering techniques and styles and come together to share different tips, styles, and crafts.

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Bingo

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, January 15th 10-11am

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Special Events Calendar - January 2024

SUNDAY

MONDAY

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CENTER CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR’S

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TUESDAY

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10:00 Winged Deer Park/First Years Walk

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WEDNESDAY

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10:00 Morning Mile

9:00 Try Us Out

12:30 Video - Artists of Italian Renaissance

10:00 As the Page Turns

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3:00 Ukulele for Beginners 4:00 Ukulele for Experienced

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9:00 Creative Card Making 9:00 Tweetsie Trail Walk 10:30 Naturally Yours Fall Into Winter 3:15 Valentine Mini Pallet Painting 6:00 Next Step Photography

9:00-11:00 Hawaii 5-0 Fit in Lobby

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9:00 Hiking 101-Doe River Gorge 3:00 JCSC Seniors on the Go Travel Meeting

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10:30 Eat Smart, Move More #1

9:00 Hiking 101Willow Springs

10:30 Eat Smart, Move More #2 1:30 Paper Quilling

10:30 Soups On!

31 10:00 Morning Mile 10:30 Eat Smart, Move More #3 12:30 Video - The Louvre 1:00 Radon

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13 1:00 I Can Dance

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10:30 The Ready’s

10:00 Guitar Lessons

11:30 Jewelry Making

10:00 Photo Tech Group

1:00 I Can Dance

1:00 Glaucoma

10:00 Morning Mile

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SATURDAY

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12:00-2:00 Hawaii 5-0 Fit in Lobby

12:00 Good Friend Woolies

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10:00 Guitar Lessons 10:00 Photo Tech Group 12:00 Silk Scarf Class 1:00 Amateur Photography Club 3:45 Digital Skills 4:00 Film Series

1:30 Fiddle/Mandolin Lessons

1:00 Wits Workout

FRIDAY

1:00 I Can Dance

1:00 SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder

1:30 Paper Quilling

10:00 Coffee & Conversations

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10:30 Scam Prevention

10 10:00 Morning Mile

10:00 Volunteer Meeting

THURSDAY

2:00 Creative Card Making

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1:00 Lower Your Risk of Falls 1:30 Fiddle/Mandolin Lessons 3:00 Ukulele for Beginners 3:45 Digital Skills 4:00 Ukulele for Experienced

10:00 Guitar Lessons 12:00 Valentine Wreath 4:00 Film Series

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1. Convenience! All included in rent: Utilities, cable, shopping trips, socials, events, bi-weekly housekeeping, home-style meals a day & more!

2. Spacious & airy apartment homes! Mountain and downtown views in a warm and inviting community.

3. Community features! Chapel, Ice Cream Parlor, Dining Room and Cafe, Movie Theatre, Library, Media Centers & Meeting Rooms, Event & Activity spaces, General Store and a Fitness Center with State-of-the-Art Equipment.

4. Outdoor features! Large, beautiful courtyard with paved walking paths and comfortable seating areas throughout, resident’s personal raised garden beds, games & picnic area, dog park, fire pit, and resident secure parking with electronic gate access.

5. Exceptional staff! Concierge, security, maintenance, housekeeping, activities & dining.

6. Location! Located in Downtown Johnson City with walking distance to parks, festivals, library, and dining; convenient to 1-26, Senior Center, medical services & Veterans Mountain Home Medical center.

7. Activities Galore! There’s plenty to do, choose as much or as little as you would like!

55+ Welcome Home to TownView!

“Love living here at Town View. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

My family of friends are here.” ~ Sharon Y

Call Today to schedule Lunch & a Private Tour!

TownView 114 West Fairview Ave., Johnson City, TN 37604

423-328-9068 thetownview.com

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Arts Treasure Books/Junk Journals Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Mondays 1-3pm

In Monday’s ongoing class we have fun with many different materials and unique tools! Learn the technique of turning an old recycled book into something beautiful! – memory book, diary, journal, etc.

Johnson City String Band Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays 10am–12pm

Come learn and have fun with this welcoming group of amateur musicians. We play a variety of music including gospel, bluegrass and even Irish jigs. For more information, contact John Martin at 423-4446289.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Tuesdays 1-2:30pm

Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Materials will be available or bring your own and take advantage of any instruction needed.

Bring Out the Artist in You Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $5 per class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays 1–3pm

‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project and materials in for expert

advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level.

Sewing Group — A Community Service Project Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 1-3:30pm

We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center.

In an effort to give back to the community, we are making lap quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be available.

to play the Ukulele? Roxanne will cover the basics and pre-tuned instruments will be available. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Ukulele for Experienced

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee (Ages 18+) Second and Fourth Thursday, 4-5pm

Would you like to refine or develop your Ukulele skills? Pre-tuned instruments will be available if needed. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Guitar Lessons Dulcimer Lessons, Roxanne McDaniel Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Cost: $25 for the Series (Ages 18+) Level Second and Fourth Friday, 10-11am Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 1-2pm

Learn to play the Dulcimer with Roxanne! Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. Please preregister and pay by the Monday before class.

Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 2-3pm

This is a time to get together and work on your skills and share ideas while enjoying the company of other players.

Ukulele for Beginners

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $25 for the Series, includes materials fee (Ages 18+) Second and Fourth Thursday, 3-4pm

Have you thought about learning

Would you like to learn to play the guitar or develop your existing skills? Bring your guitar (in playable condition) and join this class.

Please pre-register and pay by the Wednesday before class.

Next Step Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6-8pm

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.

Beginner/Intermediate Fiddle and Mandolin class Instructor: Rheva Myhre LuckeySmith Cost: $25 for the series (Ages 18+) Second and Fourth Thursday, 1:302:30pm

Do you have a fiddle or mandolin lying around the house? Now is the time to get it out of the case, learn or reacquaint yourself with the basics, and start playing some fun tunes! Either instrument will work for this class, in which we will explore Appalachian melodies as well as accompaniment techniques. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Paper Quilling

Instructor: Joan Scott Cost: $3 per class (Ages 18+) Second and Fourth Wednesday, 1:303:30pm

Join this class to explore the many ways Paper Quilling can be used to make fun, attractive and useful Art, as well as gifts. All materials supplied. Suitable for all skill levels

Video Series – Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance Cost: Free (Ages 18+) First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

In this series of lectures we will focus on one of the greatest periods of Art History, covering a time period from about 1400 to about 1520 — the early to the high Renaissance.

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Valentine Mini Pallet From Page S14 Video Series – Painting Masterpieces of the Louvre

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Last Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm

Come and enjoy the superb beauty of the Artwork in the Louvre without the crowds!

We will be viewing European Art from the 15th through the 19th centuries.

Amateur Photography Club

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30pm

If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!

Creative Card Making Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 (Ages 18+) Tuesday, January 16th 9-11am OR Thursday, January 18th 2-4pm

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

Instructor: Charlie Hughes Cost: $7 (Ages 18+) Tuesday, January 16th 3:15-5:15pm

Looking forward to Valentine’s Day, come and create a unique painting on an 8”x10” mini pallet.

Jewelry Making Class

Instructor: Patty Baker Cost: $10 (Ages 18+) Thursday, January 18th, 11:30am – 1pm

Enjoy creating your own two piece set of jewelry in the company of other crafters!

Valentine Wreath

Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $12 (Ages 18+) Friday, January 26th, 12-4pm

Create a lovely Valentine themed, rustic wreath on a heart shaped frame.

Photo Tech Group

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Friday, January 12th, 10:00-12:30pm

Learn more about Photo Tech with this group.

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Dance Line Dance with Martha

(Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) Instructor: Martha Davenport Mondays, 3 – 4:30pm (Ages 12+) Cost: $6 or (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, 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.

Ballroom Dance Class Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm Cost: Free (18+)

Want to learn to Ballroom dance?

Come and learn with us.

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Ballroom Dance Practice

Johnson City Grand Squares

Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

New members welcome. Info. Call 423-612-0527 or 423-361-3152

Dandy Line Dancers

Lovin’ Line Dance

Thursdays 1:30pm Cost: Free (18+)

Instructor: Martha Davenport (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays, 4:30-6pm Cost: Free (Ages 12+)

This is a volunteer group, which not only practices during this time frame; they also perform in the community. For the experienced line dancer. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com

2nd & 4th Fridays 5:30-7:30pm Cost: $6 (All Ages Welcome)

Instructor: Sue Ayers 3 — 4:30 pm Wednesdays (class starts on first Wednesday of each month) (Ages 18+) Cost: $20/month ($12/month with Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible)

Come join the fun, meet new friends, enjoy a variety of music and expand on your existing line dance skills! This is generally an IMPROVER level class with some beginner dances also

included, so previous line dance step knowledge is strongly recommended. Feel free to email me at pupstergal@yahoo. com. Registration is required before (preferred) or on the first Wednesday of the new month.

Entry-Level 1 Line Dance

Instructor: Sue Ayers 5:00 — 6:00 pm Wednesdays $40/7 week session; ($25/ session with Silver Sneakers, etc. discounts) Class meets 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 and 2/28

Learn to line dance, meet new friends and have fun in this class designed for (a) those with no prior See DANCE, Page S18

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Skilled Nursing

We orient our skilled nursing services around the provision of specialized care for recovery after hospitalization. Our dedicated team helps residents and family members feel at home while receiving individually-focused healthcare.

Rehabilitation and Outpatient Therapy Services

Whether you need Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, our therapists are committed to returning residents to the highest possible level of function, independence, and quality of life. Whether recovering from a hip replacement surgery, a stroke, a fall, or any other health condition, residents can benefit from our rehabilitation services.

Health & Wellness

Our energetic staff also focuses on socialization as a vital aspect of creating a home-like environment. We supplement wellness by delivering opportunities for residents to maintain a fulfilled and pleasurable stay. Community involvement ranges from exercise classes, beauty shop visits, and pet therapy, to holiday events, community involvement, and religious services.

Call Today! 423-542-5061

1666 Hillview Drive | Elizabethton, TN 37643 | hillviewhealthcenter.com

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line dance experience & (b) those with a little experience who just want to exercise to great music from a variety of genres.

First of a 2-part series designed to teach you the basics you’ll need to progress as a line dancer. Please wear comfortable shoes (no thongs) with low or no heels. Preregistration required, preferably before first day of class.

I Can Dance!

Instructor: Maureen Mulroy Four Saturdays in January and the first Saturday in February 1:00pm-2:30pm Cost: $5

Have you ever wanted to dance but thought you couldn’t? Well it’s time to start the New Year off movin’ and groovin’! In this class participants will learn basic lead and follow dance movements and cues that will allow them to dance with any partner to a variety of different paced songs. Registration is required before (preferred) or no later than the starting time/day of the first class.

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Morning Mile

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays the 3nd, 10th, 24th, 31st at 10am

1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided-tours

Meet in the senior lobby for a mile walk around Memorial Park Community Center.

Please pre-register.

Winged Deer Park Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday January 2nd, 10:00am

Walk is 2.5 miles. Meet at the disc golf parking lot at the Park.

This will be a great first years walk!

Please pre-register.

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Brisk 5-mile walk on the Tweetsie Trail.

Group will leave the center at 9:00 am.

Please pre-register.

Doe River Gorge

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday January 23rd, 9:00am

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

Approximately 5 mile walk down the tracks.

Meet at Doe River Gorge.

Please pre-register.

Tweetsie Trail

Willow Springs

Cost: Free (Ages 50 +) Tuesday January 16th, 9:00am

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday January 30th, 9:00am

Walk about 2.5 miles around the park.

Meet in the parking lot at Willow Springs at 9am..

Please Register.

Hip Hikers 4-10+ miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier elevation gain Have a great winter see you in the spring!!! * No transportation will be provided by the center.

Dress appropriately for cold weather.

Special Events “Try Us Out”

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursday, January 4th 9am

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

COMING IN FEBRUARY “Jackie Robinson Steals Home” play and luncheon Cost: $10 (Ages 50+) Tuesday, February 20 11:30am

JACKIE ROBINSON STEALS HOME is a History Tour. It chronicles the life story and achievements of Jackie Robinson, who, in 1947, became the first African-American athlete to break the color barrier in Major League baseball. Mr. Robinson faced the obstacle of racism every step of the way. His ability to avoid conflict and simply perform to the best of his ability, despite struggling with an instinct to fight back, provided an example for everyone of how one can rise above negative circumstances with grace and humility. Other characters in the play portray those

Outings

important people who were allies in Mr. Robinson’s journey: his mother, Rachel (his wife), Branch Rickey, Leo Durocher, Pee Wee Reese, among others. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am; play begins at 12:00 pm. Preregistration required by February 15.

Limited seating; no refunds.

“Fireside Chat”

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, Starting February 7, 14, 21, 28 1:30pm

Join us by the fireplace for a story telling adventure. Enjoy the fire, hot chocolate and socialize with others.

Discover Your Destination! Next trip being planned for April. Start looking for Travel Teasers in March.

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Attention Businesses.

Reach this active age group each month via the Senior Lifestyles publication distributed in the Johnson City Press and its website.

Plus, it is emailed to over 9,000 active seniors. An additional 3,000 are distributed in free locations across Johnson City.

If you would like to learn more about the different advertising opportunities in this publication, please contact the Johnson City Press at: (423) 392-1319 or advertising@sixriversmedia.com.

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ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE • Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming • Housekeeping and laundry services • Transportation services • Concierge services • Medication administration by licensed nurses • Disease / medication management • 24-hour licensed nursing and qualified caregivers • Respite Care