Senior lifestyles may 2018

Senior Lifestyles

May 2018

Volume LXIII No. 49

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May 2018

We’re Springing into Fun at the Senior Center! See what’s happening in May! Basic Home Repairs 101 Page 4

Iris Festival in Greeneville Page 5

Bone up on Osteoporosis Page 7

Rockin’ 50s Health Fair Page 11

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News

May 2018

Cover Photo by Ron Zucker

JCSC Foundation News Your Johnson City Senior Center Foundation members are on a mission to partner with the senior center helping to provide monetary support of our Community Health Activities Coordinator; charter bus trips across state lines; Christmas boxes for low income seniors; fellowship program; and special programming needs.

You can help in their fundraising activities with your monetary donations.

You will be receiving a spring appeals letter requesting donations to the senior center. Please consider making a donation of any amount to help your center continue to offer quality programs and services to our seniors in meeting our mission of “engaging adults 50+ in active life through active living.� Thank You!

Please call 434-5723, 48 hours in advance to reserve a meal or if you need to cancel a meal that you have already signed up for. Sign up sheets are also available outside of the dining room.

May 2018

Hip Hikers / Walkers and Talkers

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Hip Hikers*

Hiking 101*

Margarette Falls, Cherokee National Forest Cost: Free Thursday, May 10, 7:30a This local favorite has been famous in the Greenville area for many years, made popular by the massive logging industry that neighbored the falls during the 1920’s. But, just like a beach with grains of sand, the same waterfall looks different every time you revisit it! Grab the camera and join us on a 2.7 mile, picturesque hike through and over a rocky gorged terrain and up to the falls for lunch and back. Trail rated Moderate, carpooling from MCPP; returning by 2:00p.

Guest River Gorge Trail Cost: Free Tuesday, May 8, 7:30a Flowing through the Jefferson National Forest, the Guest River carves out 300 million-year-old sandstone cliffs that plunge 400 feet to pristine water below to create the deep gorge that we will be trekking through. As we hike 2 to 3 miles into the trail and back out, we will see firsthand how water and erosion shaped the southwest Virginia landscape. Pack a trail lunch to enjoy by the river rapids.

Trail rated Easy, carpooling from MCPP; depart promptly at 8:00a; returning by 2:00p.

Cleveland Barrens Natural Preserve Area Cost: Free Thursday, May 17, 7:30a Hidden within the Clinch River Valley, lies one of the top six biodiversity hotspots in the nation. The four unique dolomite barrens scatter on the slopes surrounded by forest canopy, allowing a very specific ecosystem for thirteen rare plant species and three rare insects. There are 3 miles of hiking trails within the preserve and we won’t skip a step as we explore this extraordinary wonder. Bring a lunch to eat on trial; spaces are limited for this trip due to management restrictions on visitation. Trails are not rated, but will be scouted; carpooling from MCPP; leaving PROMPTLY by 7:30a, not 8:00a; returning by 2:00p.

Buffalo Mountain Wildflower Hike Cost: Free Thursday, May 31, 7:30a After the fire in 2008, the Mountain Laurel rose out of the disturbed, primed soil like a phoenix to take back the slopes of Buffalo Mountain. This happens to be one of the most spectacular viewing spots for this type of laurel and its right out our back door. If the timing is just right, we will see a plethora of Pink Lady Slippers and the beginning of the rhododendron blossoms. Pack a trail lunch, we will exert some energy trekking 2.5 to 4 miles up & around White Rock Loop and back down either Fork Knob or Hartsell Hollow Trails.

Trail rated Moderate, carpooling from MCPP; returning by 1:30p.

Walkers and Talkers* David Crockett Birthplace State Park- Memorial Day Event Cost: $1 Friday, May 25, 8:30a Step back in time and lend your own hand at raising an 18th Century barn!

First, we will take a short walk on 1.1 miles of walking trails around the homestead site and to the bluffs of the Nolichucky River. By the time we get back, the work will have begun! Learn what it was like when David Crockett’s parents first settled this area in late 1700’s. There will be a lot of different period demonstrations going on, including the barn raising, by local reenactors and park staff, along with an authentic 18th Century trade show of replicated artifacts of the times, items available to the public as well! Trails rated Easy; taking bus from MCPP; depart promptly at 8:30a; returning by 1:30p.

Moore Cove Falls & Looking Glass Falls Cost: Free Tuesday, May 22, 7:30a Welcome to the “Land of Waterfalls”… seriously! Our first waterfall will be a quick stop at the plunging Looking Glass Falls on the way to the trailhead of showery Moore Cove Falls in the Pisgah National Forest. While we tread through fern-filled woods, jack-in-the-pulpit and trillium will guide our way on this1.2 mile in and out hike. If 1.2 miles doesn’t scratch your hiking itch for the day, I will have another short hike planned in the area for after lunch (on the trail). Trail rated Easy, carpooling from MCPP; depart promptly at 8:00a; returning by 3:00p.

*Preparation is the key to success! Remember to use your Hiking

Checklist to pack for each trip. If you do not have a checklist, please contact the front desk to receive one.

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Learning / Computers

Lifelong Learning Basic Home Repairs 101: Basic Hand Tools & Fasteners Selections, Use, and Repairs.

Second Wednesday of each month from May through November Wednesday, May 9 10:30a Cost: Free First in a series of presentations for home owners to perform self-repairs. Telena Moore, a licensed TN Professional Engineer, with an assistant will present an overview on hand held and various cordless power tools available for home/lawn maintenance along with selection, safety, and use recommendations.

Presentation will include overview on various fasteners (screws, nuts, bolts, nails, hooks, etc.) with methods to self-repair failed/loose fasteners along and options for some commonly used hooks/ hangers. Several examples of cordless tools, hand tools, fasteners, along with self-installation recommendations will be provided. Please Preregister.

Discover the truth about long-term care Thursday, May 10 1p Cost: Free OneSouth Financial Group will be giving educational presentation about discovering truths about long-term care. The discussion will be centered around myths vs. facts of long-term care and how you can prepare for your future no matter where life takes you. Please Pre-register.

Astronomical Origins of the Holidays Monday, May 14 10a Cost: Free Instructor: Dr. Gary Henson Dr. Henson will be back at the Senior Center to once again present another intriguing program. The “Astronomical Origins of the Holidays” which shows the connection of the seasonal changes we experience to the Earth’s motion and orientation in space. Please Pre-register.

Genealogy Club Third Wednesday of every month Wednesday, May 16 1-3p Cost: Free Everyone is welcome, whether you are a beginner or you have experience working on your family tree.

This will be an informal meeting to talk about all things Genealogy. Please Pre-register.

The Film Club Third Thursday of every month Thursday, May 17 1-4p Cost: Free Join Rusty Sheridan, Professor at E.T.S.U. in the Media and Communication department, as he leads a monthly club that views, thinks critically, and

discusses a different film each month. So if you’re a film buff or interested in learning more about film, come join us. Everyone is welcome. Please Preregister.

Johnson City German Club Thursdays, 9:30a-12p Cost: Free People of all ages and skill-levels are welcome.

Attendance is not required. Our goal is to promote the lifelong learning of the 3 C’s (Conversation, Composition, Culture) associated with the German language. Everyone receives free meeting minutes & special reports in German with English translations and full-color pictures. These documents are available via E-mail, a BLOG, and a limited number of complimentary paper copies brought to each meeting.

Check us out on Mr. Pollock’s BLOG at http:// herrpollock.livejournal.com and see for yourself.

Power of Attorney for Healthcare Do you have questions about Power of Attorney when it comes to healthcare but don’t have funds for legal services? Or do you know someone who has a need w/o funds? Make an appointment to meet one on one with Wesley Wilson. He is a licensed attorney since 1962 and actively engaged in Power of Attorney. Call 434-6229 to set up an appointment.

Beginning Spanish Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Tuesdays, 2-2:50p No class on May 1 Cost: Free Mr. Ceffalo was a language instructor at ETSU, Milligan and NE State. Please register. Spanish classes will not meet on May 1st.

Conversational Spanish Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo Tuesdays, 3p, No class on May 1 Cost: Free 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 classes will not meet on May 1st.

May 2018

Computers Need help purchasing a computer, laptop, MacBook Pro, cell phone, iPad or a tablet?

Call 423-434-6229 We will get you in touch with someone who will assist you in choosing the right product for your needs.

Betty Hall – One-on-One Cost $15 – 1.5 hour class.

M-W-F – 12p & 2p Computers, Laptops, Mobile Phones, iPhone, Samsung and Smartphones. iPads, all Tablets. Macbook Pro,Chromebooks.

Please bring device,prepay and register.

Amara Carberry – One-on-One Cost: $15 pre-register Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 Appointments are from 12:30-1:30p and 1:30-2:30p Computer and Mobile Device help. Please bring laptop or Device. Please Pre-register and pre-pay.

Open Computer Lab 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 Learning Microsoft Publisher Tuesdays, May 8, 15, 22, 29 at 6p Cost: $5 per class Instructor: Morgen Marshall In the first class students will start with making a simple Yard Sale flyer. For the second class the topic will be: making a Postcard. For the third class the topic will be: making more detailed flyers. For the fourth class the topic will be: making Gift Cards. The class is designed to grow in complexity each session, and the “learn by doing” method will be used.

Participants will need to bring a Thumb (USB) drive. Please Preregister.

Troubleshooting Devices “Walk-In” program Tuesday, May 8 & 22 2-3:30p Cost: Free Betty Hall and Staci White will be on hand to help you with your device (cellphones, tablets, etc). Don’t forget your device! You must pre-register.

Volunteers Ready, Set, Serve Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Monthly Volunteer Meeting, Monday, May 7, 10a in the Arts & Crafts Rooms • Light refreshments served • See what’s upcoming for the Volunteers • Guest Speaker: Melissa Taylor “The Ready’s” will speak about Emergency Preparedness • Come join us and play a game!

Outings

May 2018

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Outings Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise Wednesday, May 9 Leave MPCC at 9a, return approx. 4p Cost: $36 Enjoy a beautiful day outside with your friends and enjoy a great lunch while cruising the river in Knoxville! The lunch cruise includes a wonderful buffet, 1.5 hour cruise and either a narration from the Captain or Entertainment from one of our local entertainers. The cost covers transportation, boat ride, lunch and gratuity.

Limited seating, no refunds. Must register

by May 3.

Billy Graham Library Tuesday, May 15 Leave MPCC at 8a, return approx. 7p Cost: $36 Includes motorcoach transportation to Charlotte and lunch at the Billy Graham Library. The Billy Graham Library is a 40,000-square-foot experience where you’ll discover the life and legacy of America’s Pastor. Designed to reflect Billy Graham’s journey from a humble farm boy to an international ambassador of God’s love, the barn-shaped building is situated on 20 landscaped acres, only miles from where Billy Graham grew up in Charlotte, N.C. Limited seating, no refunds. Must register

by May 9.

Iris Festival in Greeneville Saturday, May 19 Leave MPCC at 9:15a, return approx. 4p Cost: $3 Join us for a trip to beautiful Downtown Greenville for the annual Iris Festival.

More than 160 crafters and merchants line the streets and fill the parking lots of the festival area, some of which demonstrate arts like wheel-thrown pottery, crocheting and woodworking. Many of the crafters provide samples like homemade apple butter and jellies to guests during the event. Source: Greene County Chamber of Commerce.

Wizard of Oz at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre Friday, May 25 Leave MPCC at 9:45a (load at 9:30a), return approx. 6p Cost: $42 (gratuity not included in price) charter bus Follow the Yellow Brick Road to WHDT to see the classic movie version of this beloved tale brought to life. You’ll enjoy the antics of Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Cowardly Lion, and Toto too- as well as the unforgettable tunes “Over the Rainbow,” “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead,” & “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” Don’t miss this family-friendly adventure loved by all ages! No refunds, limited seats.

Jonesborough Repertory Theatre: Welcome to Mitford Saturday, May 26, Leave MPCC at 1:15p; return approx. 6:30p Cost: $16 per person Father Tim Kavanagh is the much-loved bachelor rector of Lord’s Chapel church in the close-knit mountain community of Mitford, surrounded by long-time friends and parishioners. Father Tim’s life is absorbed with the life of his town and the pastoring of his lively congregation. But things change radically when Father Tim takes in teenager Dooley Barlow, the unruly orphaned grandson of the church gardener, and again when he falls in love with his new next-door neighbor, Cynthia Coppersmith, who writes and illustrates award-winning children’s books.

Dinner reservations will be at the Black Olive Restaurant in Jonesborough after the show. The Black Olive Cost will be on your own! Please register by May 18!

Coming in June!

Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise Wednesday, June 6 Leave MPCC at 9a, return approx. 4p Cost: $36 Enjoy a beautiful day outside with your friends and enjoy a great lunch while cruising the river in Knoxville! The lunch cruise includes a wonderful buffet, 1.5 hour cruise and either a narration from the Captain or Entertainment from one of our local entertainers. The cost covers transportation, boat ride, lunch and gratuity.

Limited seating, no refunds. Must register

by June 1.

Theatre Bristol Presents: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Friday, June 22 Leave MPCC at 6p, return approx. 10p Cost: $19 includes ticket and transportation to the Paramount Bristol Theatre Bristol presents the stage musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, “a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.”

“Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas”. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming’s children’s book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one familyfriendly blockbuster that audiences will find “Truly Scrumptious.” Register by June 20.

Seats are limited, No Refunds.

Travel Corner Join us on Thursday, May 10 at 3:00pm for the monthly JCSC Seniors on the Go travel meeting. At 3:30 p.m., we will have a special presentation by Brooks Hollifield. Brooks became a nurse for Dr. Billy Graham in 2009 in Montreat, North Carolina, and will share memories of his time with Dr. Graham.

On May 15, we will take a charter bus to Charlotte to visit the Billy Graham Library. Lunch at the Library is included with your trip. On the way back, the bus will make a stop in Montreat, where you can see the gated entrance to Dr. Graham’s home and see the beauty of the Montreat area. Cost for this great trip is only $36 per person. Registration is now underway.

The Memphis/Tunica trip is the focus for this month. This exciting trip will take you to Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. Other attractions will include a guided tour of Memphis, free time on Beale Street, Sun Studio, the Memphis Rock ‘N Soul Museum, and gaming at casino resorts in Tunica. This trip departs on September 24 for 4 nights. Cost is $557 pp/do; singles will need to add $189 to the cost. Registration is due by July 17. Offered

by Todlow Coach.

The Maine trip will depart on Sunday, June 10 from Memorial Park Community Center. The Meet and Greet for registered travelers will be on Thursday, May 24, at 3:00 p.m. at the Center.

Groups and Meetings

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May 2018

Groups and Meetings Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Mondays at 2p Join us for this open discussion Bible study. Share what you have learned throughout the years.

Wednesdays at 10a Join this group each week for a four-week Bible study. Presenter changes each month.

Thursdays at 8:00a Men’s Bible Study.

Writer’s Circle Cost: Free 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 10a Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion within the group.

As the Page Turns (Book Club): Free Books Provided 1st Thursday of month 10a If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people, come join us. You are not required to

join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to.

Book Selections: May: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica June: Lying Awake by Mark Salzman July: The Life All Around Me by Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons Constituent Services Cost: Free 2nd Tuesday of each month, 9-11a Bill Darden, a representative of Congressman Phil Roe will be available to discuss concerns and issues that you may have. Some of the ways that Roe’s district offices can be of assistance: • Senior Citizens: Social Security and disability • Students: financial aid, entrance to U.S. Service Academies • Veterans: VA claims and military service problems • Small Business: SBA loan applications, technical assistance and interpretation of

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May 2018

Healthy Living / Sports

Healthy Living Osteoporosis Awareness Cost: FREE Monday, April 30, 9:30-10:30a May is Osteoporosis awareness month and now is a great time to be screened for FREE! The ETSU Osteoporosis Center will be in the lobby with information about Osteoporosis and an opportunity to register for free osteoporosis screenings being offered at the ETSU Osteoporosis Center during the month of May. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn more and schedule your screening. No registration required. .

High Blood Pressure Education Month Cost: FREE Be sure to have your blood pressure checked this month and stop by the nurse’s station for information about blood pressure management, the new AHA guidelines and ways to improve your numbers. Info about the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet will be available also.

Blood pressure screenings are offered daily 8-11a in the lobby near the pool and Mon-Thur. at the nurse’s station.

Free Fasting Blood Sugar Screening Cost: FREE Wednesday, May 2, 16 & 23, 7:30-9:30a Stop by the nurses station for a free blood sugar check (done by fingerstick) and learn more about keeping your sugar under control. No appointment necessary.

Dining to Know Series Cost: $1 Thursday, May 10, 11:30a-12:30p Bone Up on Osteoporosis This series of classes will feature a different speaker each month and lunch will be served. Speaker for the May program will be Misty Jenkins, RN, BSN, ONC, Director of Orthopaedics from Ballad Health. Please reserve a seat by 5p May 7. Limited seats available. Call 423-434-6237 to reserve your spot.

Senior Assistance Options Cost: FREE Monday, May 14, 12:30-1:30p Speaker: Lisa White Learn about great resources in our area for you or a loved one. Topics discussed will include Net Trans and JC Para Transit, First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability, physician group social workers, adult day care, in-home care, independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, V.A. Aid and Attendance financial benefit for veterans and their spouses, The Choice program and more. Be informed about all the options!. Refreshments will be provided. Please pre-register by calling 423-4346237.

Diabetes ~ Create Your Plate Cost: FREE Thursday, May 17, 10:30-11:30a Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN, BSN Eating with diabetes doesn’t have to be complicated and it can even be fun! Get practical tips for meal planning and easy meal ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learn what and how much you should be eating to better manage your blood sugars. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

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Sports Caring For Our Skin As We Age Cost: FREE Thursday, May 24, 10-11a Speaker: Pam Davis, MS, PA-C What is normal aging as far as our skin, hair and nails and what’s not? Learn what might be causing issues with your skin and when to seek treatment. Get great tips for caring for your skin in order to look and feel your best. Please preregister by calling 423-434-6237.

Restore Control ~ Regain Your Life (Bladder & Bowel Incontinence) Thursday, May 24, 1-2p Speaker: R. Keith Huffaker, MD, MBA, FACOG Are you tired of planning activities around the bathroom?

Have you been embarrassed to talk to your doctor?

Incontinence is not a normal part of aging. Learn about common control problems and solutions from lifestyle changes, to medications to more advanced therapies including sacral nerve modulation. Help is available. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Join us for this Blast from the Past: Rockin’ 5 ’s Health Fair Wednesday, May 30, 9:30am – Noon Health & Wellness displays, information, screenings, cooking demo’s and samples offered by Food City and lots of 1950’s style fun! We hope all you cool cats can make the scene!

Senior Basketball Each Monday 10a Cost: FREE Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds Senior Billiards Monday-Saturday 7a-8p Cost: FREE Senior men and women are welcomed to play.

There are four well maintained tables. All levels of experience are welcome.

Doubles Table Tennis Each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30a-12p Cost: FREE Senior men’s and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active.

Pickleball Each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8a-12p Each Tuesday and Thursday 10a-12p Cost: FREE Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

Senior League Golf Group Over the age of 50 and enjoy golf?

EachTuesday and Thursday, weather permitting Tee times and locations vary. Contact Gil and Bobbie Dietz at 423-926-9824 for more information.

Bowling League Holiday Lanes Please contact: Ann Deakins @ 423-213-5861 or Holiday lanes at 423-282-6521 for more information. Join us for lots of fun, exercise, and meet new friends. Must be 55 or older.

Golf Ready Monday and Friday 9-10a Starts May 14 and Ends June 22 Cost: $40 A conditioning, flexibility and basic stroke instruction to help you get ready for the golf season. Consists of 8 conditioning/flexibility classes and 3 golf lessons (putting, short game and sand trap). Conditioning classes will be held at MPCC and the golf lessons at Pine Oaks. If you have questions, please call Deb at 434-6231.

Space is limited. Pre-registration and payment required.

May Special Events

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8:30 Outshine 10:00 Beginning Bridge Lessons

2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More

6:30 Grief Support Gathering

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10:00 As the Page Turns 7:00 Friday Night Dance-Kids Our Age

7 10:00 Volunteer Training Session 1:00 Amateur Photography Club 2:00 Video Series: The Arts

7:30 Hiking 101-Guest River Gorge Trail 9:00 Constituent Services

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2:00 Troubleshooting Devices 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons

9 9:00 TN Riverboat Outing 10:30 Basic Home Repairs 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 1:00 Cooking with Roy 1:00 Sewing Project

6:00 Learning Microsoft Publisher

14 9:00 Golf Ready (MPCC) 10:00 Astronomical Origins of the Holidays 12:30 Senior Assistance Options

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8:00 Billy Graham Library Outing 11:00 Bingo 9:00 Hula Hoop Wreath Workshop 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 6:00 Learning Microsoft Publisher 1:00 Genealogy Club 6:30 Grief Support Gathering 1:00 Sewing Project 6:30 Next Step Photography

7:30 Hip Hikers Margarette Falls 10:00 Writer’s Circle 11:30 Dining to Know

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1:00 Pottery Class 1:00 Truth about Long Term Care 3:00 Seniors on the Go 3:00 Creative Card Making 5:00 Creative Card Making

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8:30 Outshine 10:00 Beginning Bridge Lessons 1:00 Basic Pen & Ink 6:30 JC Grand Squares

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7:30 Hip Hikers – Cleveland Barrens natural Preserve Area

8:30 Outshine 9:00 Golf Ready (MPCC) 10:00 Beginning Bridge Lessons 1:00 Basic Pen & Ink

10:30 Diabetes – Create Your Plate

7:00 Friday Night Dance-Jerry Pierce

1:00 The Film Club 1:00 Pastel & Chamomile Class

19-SATURDAY 9:15 Iris Festival Outing

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7:30 Hiking 101 Moore Cove Falls & Looking Glass Falls 10:00 Bingo

23 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 1:00 Sewing Project

9:00 Golf Ready (Pine Oaks) 2:00 Troubleshooting Devices 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons

5:45 Beginning to End…Canvas Creations

6:00 Learning Microsoft Publisher

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10:00 Writer’s Circle 10:00 Caring for Our Skin as We Age 1:00 Pottery Class 1:00 Restore Control-Regain Your Life (Bladder & Bowel Incontinence)

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9:30 Rockin’ 50’s Health Fair 6:00 Learning Microsoft Publisher 10:30 Eating Smart Moving More 1:00 Sewing Project

31 7:30 Hip Hikers – Buffalo Mountain Wildflower Hike 9:00 Music Arts Camp

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7:30 Walkers & Talkers David Crockett Birthplace 8:30 Outshine 9:00 Golf Ready (MPCC) 9:30 Wohlfahrt Dinner Theatre Outing 10:00 Beginning Bridge Lessons

6:30 JC Grand Squares 26-Saturday 1:15 Jonesborough Rep. Theater Outing

June 1 7:00 Senior Prom “An Enchanted Evening”

Grandparents Corner

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CANDYLAND CARNIVAL ALL AGES WELCOME! EVENT IS FROM 5:00-7:00PM. ENJOY OUTDOOR GAMES, MUSIC, SNACKS, FREE CANDY STATION, FACE PAINTING, & MORE AT OUR OUTDOOR GREEN SPACE. CONCESSIONS FOR SALE. PLEASE CALL 423-434-5749 FOR INFO. MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 bERT sTREET

Aikido introduces and furthers the training of this modern Japanese martial art, including its physical and philosophical aspects of conflict resolution.

Participants will learn techniques involving empty hand, wooden sword (boken) and short staff (jo). Weapons help to understand movement and spacing (ma ai).

Requirements include the ability to get up off the floor unassisted and show respect for the instructor and others in the class.

Participants should wear long sleeves and pants to class.

For more info, call 423-434-5749

It's never too late to offer opportunities for a healthy lifestyle, and this new event is designed for just that.

Preschoolers will ride a desginated distance on their bicycle (with training wheels), tricycle or Big Wheel, hop off and run through a few fun obstacles to a watery but safe finish line. Please bring swimsuits, towels, helmets and bikes for your little ones. Snacks will be available.

Registration: Early registration: May 1-June 2 - $10/person Late registration: June 3-June 8 - $15/person - NO race day registration Register in person at MPCC or online at myjcparks.org

Ongoing Events

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May 2018

Ongoing Events MONDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Fit and Toned 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Classic 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 11:15 SilverSneakers® Classic Level 1 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:00 Qigong for Health 1:00 High Flyers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 1:00 Musical Voices Practice 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 2:00 Open Bible Study 2:00 Challenge Square Dance 3:30 Line Dance with Martha 6:00 Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club

TUESDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 All Out Fitness 9:00 Tri-Ominos 9:15 Zumba Zeniors 10:00 Heart Strings Instruments Jam Session 10:00 Pickleball 10:00 Open Game Room 11:45 Silver Sneakers® Yoga 12:00 Rummy 12:30 Mexican Train Dominoes 12:30 Amara Carberry One on One 1:00 Pencil Drawing 1:00 SilverSneakers® Yoga 1:00 Golden Rollers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 1:00 Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer(not on 5th Tuesday) 1:30 Amara Carberry One on One 2:00 Needle and Fiber Arts 2:00 Beginner Spanish (not on May1st) 3:00 Conversational Spanish (not on May 1st) 5:30 Scrabble Group

WEDNESDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugars (except May 9 & 30) 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Fit and Toned 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Classic 10:00 Bible Study 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 11:15 SilverSneakers® Classic Level 1 12:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:30 Acrylics 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Partner Pass Pinochle 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 5:15 Ballroom Dance Practice 6:00 FUNdamentals of Yoga 6:30 Advanced Square Dance

THURSDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 SilverSneakers® Yoga 9:15 Zumba Zeniors 9:30 Johnson City German Club 10:00 Pickleball 10:00 Open Game Room 10:00 Senior Chorale 1:00 Rook 1:00 Ballroom Dancing 1:00 Golden Strikers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 3:30 Brain-a-cise 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers

FRIDAY 7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Circuit 12:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Mahjong 2:00 Open Craft Time 2:00 Betty Hall Computer – One on One

SATURDAY 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks

May 2018

Senior Lifestyles Join us for a Blast from the Past

Rockin’ 5 s Health Fair Wednesday, May 30 9:30 a.m.-Noon Johnson City Senior Center 510 Bert St.  Health and Wellness Information  Health Screenings  Cooking Demo, Samples & Recipes  Fun Fitness Activities  Door prizes & Giveaways  Lots of 1950s-style fun!

Grab your poodle skirt and blue suede shoes and make the scene!

For more information, call 423-434-6237

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Dance / Events

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Dance Line Dance with Martha (Intermediate Level) Mondays 3:30p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $6 or SilverSneakers® Discount Come learn how to line dance.

You will be having so much fun, without even realizing that you are exercising!

Dandy Line Dancers (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays 5:30p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: FREE This is a volunteer group which not only practices during this time frame; they also go out into the community and perform Ballroom Dance Wednesdays 5:15p Cost: Free

Special Events ages welcome.

Bring a partner or come alone.

More men are needed to join the group.

Advanced Square Dance Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p Cost: $6 Instructor: Don Williamson This is an advanced square dancing class so some experience is recommended.

Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1p Cost: FREE Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing Challenge Square Dance Mondays 2p Cost: $6 Join Don Williamson for this challenging square dance class.

Geared toward seniors, but all

Johnson City Grand Squares Second and Fourth Fridays 6:30-8:30p Cost $6 New members welcome.

Coming in June!

Line Dance Party Friday, June 22 5:30p-8p Cost: $3 ($2 with SilverSneakers discount) Come join us for a fun evening of Line Dancing. Bring a snack, drinks will be provided. Bring a small pet related gift that will be donated to Washington Co./ Johnson City Animal Shelter if possible. Please Register by June 18.

Friday Night Dance- Come dance the night away from 7:00-10:00p, MPCC Gym. Beverages will be served.

Price is $5. (SilverSneakers® discount applies for those eligible). For special dances, the ticket price is slightly higher and will be advertised as such.

May 4, 7-10p - Kids Our Age

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May 18, 7-10p - Jerry Pierce

Music Art Camp Thursday, May 31 9a-2p • Cost: Free Instructors: Cherry Smith, Terry Countermine, Gail Morris, Gretchen Culp and the Johnson City Senior Chorale Johnson City Senior Chorale will conduct an Arts Camp in Music, Art and Movement. Lunch will be provided. This camp is open for participants in the 3rd grade through senior adults. The one-day camp is free and will offer educators and experienced presenters to teach skills to each registered participant.

There will be 8 different classes to choose from. Each participant will select two of the specialized classes and will also participate in several group activities.

Have you ever asked yourself, “How can I use music and art in my life?”

Come and learn about: • • • • •

Basic Note Reading in Music Basic Stringed Instrument Skills (Ukulele) How to “Move” to Music How to Play Hand Chimes Basic Notes on the Keyboard

Winged Deer Park Lakefront Festival Plaza Goulding Amphitheater Join us for a memorable musical experience featuring a dynamic mixture of the area’s top talent!

Thursday, June 7 ~ 7 ~ 9 p.m. ~ SHAKE yo Money Maker Band Thursday, June 14 ~ 7 ~ 9 p.m. ~ Lightnin’ Charlie & the Upsetters Thursday, June 21 ~ 7 -9 p.m. ~ Ivy Road Thursday, June 28 ~ 7-9 p.m. ~ Jerry Pierce & the Nightlife Band Thursday, July 5 ~ 7-9 p.m. ~ NO CONCERT Thursday, July 12 – 7-9 p.m. ~ Beach Nite Band Thursday, July 19 – 7-9 p.m. ~ CrossRoads Band Thursday, July 26 ~ 7-9 p.m. ~ Kids Our Age Thursday, August 2 ~ 7-9 p.m. ~ Heavy Country Thursday, August 9 ~ 7-9 p.m. ~ Shellem Cline Thursday, August 16 ~ 7-9 p.m. – Available rain date

Thanks to Our Sponsors!

News and Neighbor ~ 101.5 WQUT, Tri-Cities’ Classic Rock

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Fundamental Art Skills

You may pre-register at the front desk by May 29th. For more information, please contact Chyrl McLaughlin at 423.434.6226 or cmclaughlin@johnsoncitytn.org.

Senior Prom “An Enchanted Evening” Friday, June 1 7:00-10:00pm Cost: $5 person or $7/couple A chance to relive your high school days. Can you remember your senior prom as a junior or senior in high school? Put your best dress on and come dance the night away with Jerry Pierce at your senior prom.

Wrist corsages for the ladies and boutonnieres for the men will be given at the door. Refreshments will be served. A King and Queen will also be crowned during the evening.

Limited tickets go on sale May 1.

Co-sponsors for this dance are Ballad Health and Tetrick Funeral & Cremation Services.

May 2018

Arts

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Arts/Crafts/Performing Arts Amateur Photography Club Cost: Free First Monday of the month 1-3p 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: May: Self-Portrait June: Working Hands. July: Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes Next Step Photography Club Cost: Free Third Tuesday of each month at 6:30p 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 Cost: Free Tuesdays 10a–12p Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk music.

Needle and Fiber Arts Cost: Free Tuesdays 2–5p 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 Cost: $10 Wednesdays 12:30–2:30p Join “Art” Holsclaw, assisted by volunteer Chris Bryant, to paint and share. Designed for beginners or experienced painters.

Registration deadline is Monday before each class. Feel free to come by and visit during class to see what it is all about and if you would like to sign up.

Musical Voices Cost: Free Mondays 1- 3p Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Writer’s Circle Cost: Free Second & Fourth Thursdays 10a-12p Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group.

Open Craft Time Cost: Free Fridays 2-5p 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.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy Instructor- Ann Whitson Cost: Free Tuesdays 1-2:30p 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.

Senior Chorale Cost: Free Thursdays 10a – 12p This group does not meet in February. Plan to join in March!

Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith.

The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.

Video Series – The Arts Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free First Monday of Each Month 2-3p In this exciting series of classes we will learn about Art History, Drawing Technique, American and European Art and Great Artists and their Masterpieces. Bring a note pad or sketchpad for discussion and notes.

Mountain Dulcimer Lessons Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $15 for four sessions Tuesday May 1, 8, 15, 22 2:30-3:30p Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones!

Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. This one hour session is for those who are interested in learning, have questions about the dulcimer or are very rusty in their playing technique Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer Leader: Willis Jones Cost: Free Tuesday May 1, 8, 15, 22 1-2:30p This 1 ½ hour session is for those who are wanting to fine tune their skills and get together with other people who want to play a tune or two. Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. This is a volunteer group who may play out in the community Creative Card Making Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Thursday, May 10, 3-4:30p Thursday, May 10 12 8, 5-6:30p AN ALTERNATE TIME IS NOW OFFERED (making same cards as the 3p class) Come learn card making skills and you’ll never have to buy another card from the store! This month we will be making all occasion cards. All supplies will be furnished. You will learn stamping, cutting, punches, embossing, and more! A variety of cards will be made this month. Don’t delay, seats are limited!

Please register by May 7.

Piano Lessons Instructor: Wreatha Terry Cost: $15 per 30 min lesson Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday We are now offering private piano lessons! Wreatha is a retired PhD music professor and will be offering her talents here at the center. Classes will be scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00, 8:45, 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45am and Thursday at 8:00 and 8:45am. All level of abilities are welcome – beginners to advanced.

Special Needs Craft Class Cost: $2 Last Monday of the Month 1-2p An Arts and Crafts Class for individuals with intellectual disabilities, age 18 and over. Cost of class covers all supplies used to make class project. Caregivers, please accompany participants.

Pottery Class- Handbuilding (and more) Instructor: Don Burger Cost: $20 for the series Thursday May 10 & 24 1-3p We will use slab, coil and pinch technique to make simple, yet practical and artistic pieces. You will have a choice of tableware (plates, bowls, cups, napkin rings, candle holders, berry bowls) or spring time garden ware (flower pots, flowers, garden sprites, wall pockets). Suitable for all levels of ability – beginner to experienced.

Don is owner and head potter at Dragonfly Cottage Pottery in Jonesborough. We are very excited to offer his FUN-ctional Art

pottery classes here! Cost includes all materials and kiln firing.

Please pre-register and pay, class size is limited.

Pastel & Chamomile Class Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $4 Thursday May 17 1-3p Come and relax and enjoy creating with pastels while sipping a cup of chamomile. You will be guided in working with the soft and blendable quality of pastel colors and will take home a finished composition. Appropriate for all skill levels. All materials furnished.

Basic Pen & Ink Drawing Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost : $3 for the series Friday May 11 & 18 1-3p Explore and learn how the old fashioned dip pen and black India ink can be used for drawing and writing. Instruction will begin with the basics of how to use the pen and progress to a drawing.

You don’t have to be able to draw to enjoy the class! We will be using a basic all-purpose Hunt 56 pen nib. All supplies furnished, but feel free to bring your own materials if you wish. An apron is recommended.

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Thursday May 24 5:45-8p No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. Learn fundamental skills including how to add shadows, depth and dimension. This is a make and take class. All supplies will be furnished.

Sewing Class - Community Service Project!

Can you sew? If so, WE NEED YOU! Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free Each Wednesday 1-3:30p We have a surplus of material that has been donated to the center.

In an effort to give back to the community, we want to be a blessing to those in need by sewing oversized lap blankets/quilts. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be made available to make them. These will be donated out in the community.

Hula Hoop Wreath Workshop Instructor Mary Lee Baker Cost: $10 Wednesday, May 16, 9a-12p The latest trend is here; DIY super-sized wreaths by using greenery, artificial flowers, ribbon, and washing tape to assemble on a hula hoop to make a unique statement in your home.

Cooking with Roy Instructor: Roy Krauss Cost: $5.00 Wednesday May 9 1-2:30p Join Chef Roy for another food preparation class! Cook authentic Cuban Picadillo served with Frijoles Negros. A quick and easy meal. Cuban style for that change of pace. Step by step instructions with Printed recipes. All materials provided, an apron is recommended. Please pre-register. Class size is limited.

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Pool Schedule / Games

Pool Schedule

Games Hand & Foot Canasta Monday 1p • Cost: FREE Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how.

Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Mondays 6p • Cost: FREE Like to play bridge? This is the place for you.

Tri-Ominos Tuesdays, 9:00a-12:00p • Cost: Free Come join this new group Rummy Tuesdays, 12-4p • Cost: FREE This group not only plays classic rummy, they also enjoy different varieties of the game.

Mexican Train Dominoes Tuesdays 12:30p • Cost: FREE This fun loving group would love to play this game with you or teach you how to play. You will leave having made new friends Scrabble Group Tuesdays 5:30p • Cost: FREE 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.

Pinochle Wednesdays 1p • Cost: FREE A trick taking card game for four Partner Pass Pinochle Wednesdays, 1p • Cost: FREE Open to all skill levels. This game is single deck Pinochle, with a fun twist that provides players with potentially better hands when compared to the traditional “kitty” or “play what your dealt” games.

We play in a fun and relaxed atmosphere and are willing to teach the game.

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May 2018

Rook Thursdays 1p Cost: FREE Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us!

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge Fridays 12:30p If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicating bridge. Join the fun!

Mahjong Fridays 1p • Cost: FREE Mahjong is a tile-based game which was developed in China since the Qing dynasty and has further developed throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played by four players.

Bingo Tuesday, May 15 11a Sponsored by Visiting Angels Bingo Tuesday, May 22 10a Sponsored by Aging in Place New for May! Beginning Bridge Lessons Fridays, 10a for 10 weeks • Cost: Free A beginning bridge class will be offered at the Memorial Park Community Center in the game room beginning on Friday May 4th. Classes will start at 10:00 a.m., and last about 2 hours. The lessons will run for a period of 10 weeks and will be suitable for beginning bridge players, as well as those who have played bridge before but might want to brush up on their bridge skills. Classes will cover commonly used bidding conventions, as well as, play of the hand. There is no charge for the lessons, but registration prior to May 4th is requested so an adequate number of handouts and class practice hands can be prepared. To Preregister or if you have any questions, call 434-6237

Lap Pool Schedule: Lap Swim Teens, Adults and Seniors M-F 7-8:30a, 11:30a-1:30p; M-W-F 7-8:45p; Sat 11a-1p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Need time to swim? Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging, or just doing your ow thing, we have a time slot to fit your needs.

Senior Lap Swim M-F 1:30-3:30p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Our senior lap times are offered to individuals 55 years of age and older Water Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 9-10a Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Power Walking Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 10-11a Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month This shallow water locomotion class is perfect for those who need a workout but require a low impact program. A doctor’s clearance is advised before participating in the class. All equipment is provided.

Evening Aerobics Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T &Th 6-7p Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Aqua Mix Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod T &Th 9-10a; Sat 9:15-10:15a

Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month Looking for a challenging workout? This class is a mix of shallow end and deep end aerobics. While in the deep end floatation belts are used to keep you afloat while doing exercises. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class.

Cardio Waves Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod M-W-F 6-7p Cost: $3 per session or $25 per month This is a high intensity water aerobics program geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided.

Therapy Pool Schedule: Adult Only Open Therapy Adults & Seniors M-W-F 7-10a; T & Th 7-11a; M-W-F 6-8:45p; Sat 9-11a Cost: $2 per visit or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) An adult only time for therapy that you can engage in activities of your choice to fit your therapeutic needs. This pool is for low impact swimming. You will not be allowed to jump, splash or make big waves.

Silver Sneakers® Splash Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11:45a-12:45p Cost: $3 per class (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) A fun low impact program geared toward senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical well-being.

Arthritis Class Adults & Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11-11:40a Cost: $3 per class This class will help you get your gears moving, not grinding in the morning with an expertly tailored workout. Arthritis class is instructed by an American Arthritis Foundation certified instructor.

All equipment is provided. A doctor’s note is required but you are welcome to try a class without the note and bring one to the next session.

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Fitness Focus

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Fitness Focus All Out Fitness Tuesdays, 8:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Lauren Fowler Blast your cardio fitness level through the roof with the best of any type of cardio training the instructor feels like throwing at you! You will challenge your aerobic threshold every time so come prepared to get your cardio on!

Fit & Toned Mondays and Wednesdays, 9a Cost: $2 Instructor: Leanna Lawson One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Silver Sneakers® Circuit Fridays, 10a 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.

Silver Sneakers® Classic Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Lauren Fowler Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Silver Sneakers® Classic Level 1 Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:15a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Lauren Fowler This class is designed for individuals who enjoy a smaller class size with more attention from the instructor.

Classic Level 1 features a slower pace than other Silver Sneakers® classes. Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Mondays and Wednesdays, 11a Cost will be $5 per class (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence-based, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. It has been shown to reduce pain and stiffness associated with arthritis while improving strength, range of motion, and balance thereby reducing the risk of falling. Classwork includes gentle stretching, breath work, focus on body alignment, and slow, controlled movement. With adjustments the exercises are appropriate for individuals of all physical conditions and can be done seated in a chair.

Qigong Mondays and Wednesdays, Noon Cost will be $5 per class (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Qigong is a part of traditional Chinese medicine that includes easy to learn, gentle, flowing movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body and promote relation and mindfulness. Class work also includes warmups, gentle stretching of all the major joints, and breath work. Evidence-based studies show that Qigong practice can improve a wide variety of chronic health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, MS, and Parkinson’s disease, while reducing stress and promoting emotional health and mental function. With adaptations this class is appropriate for everyone regardless of physical limitations and can be done seated in a chair.

Silver Sneakers® Yoga Tuesdays, 11:45a and 1p Thursdays, 8:30a 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.

FUNdamentals of Yoga Wednesdays, 6p Cost: $5 Instructor: Carrie Maggard Learn proper alignment, poses, breathing and more all while having FUN! This is a safe environment to empower, educate and inspire you to live healthier and happier lives. Designed with beginners and older adults in mind but all are welcome to enjoy this restorative practice.

Zumba Zeniors Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15a 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.

Outshine Fridays, 8:30-9:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Lauren Fowler This outdoor workout is a great class to add to your fitness regimen. By combining an outdoor walk/run with weighted exercises, this class shows instant results!!

The class features a “go at your own pace” format, so it welcomes all varieties of fitness levels. As your energy level and strength increase, so will the difficulty of the class.

Open Game Room Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11a Cost: Free Join us in the Game Room and learn how to use our interactive fitness equipment including the tWall, EyePlay, Heavy Ball, and Wii. Brain-a-Cise Thursdays, 3:30p Cost: Free Your brain needs exercise just as much as your body.

Come join this group for different brain stimulating activities.

Keep It Moving A 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 medicalprofessional. 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.

115 Woodlawn Drive • Johnson City, TN • (423) 975-0095

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Senior Lifestyles

If your address changes, please call us and let us know!

Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street • Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 (423) 434-6237 Hours of Operation: Senior Service Reception Desk: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Memorial Park Community Center: Monday-Friday 7am-9pm Saturday 9am-5pm

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

We meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm at the Memorial Park Community Center.

510 Bert St • Johnson City, TN 37601

E x p e r i e n c e a t r a di t i on of c ar ing.

(423) 282-1521 • MorrisBaker.com

To help raise awareness and funds to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, Dominion took part in the annual “SOCK OUT ALZHEIMER’S” day. Residents, employees, and family members joined in by purchasing purple and orange socks to wear on March 23rd. All contributions we donated to Alzheimer’s TN in honor to support the vision of “making Alzheimer’s a memory.”

On April 7th, at the Johnson City Senior Center, Cen hundreds came together for Alzheimer’s Tennessee’s “Light the Way” Walk. In light of this event the tri cities has almost reached our 2018 goal of 50,000.00 It was amazing to see so many people come together to fight for a cure for Alzheimer's disease!

May 2018