Senior Lifestyles Newsletter

Senior Lifestyles

September 2018

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Volume LXXII NO. 53

September 2018

Get your Game on!

Check Out Games and Fitness at the Senior Center!

All Aboard Wellness Expo Page 11

Spike it Up! Tweetsie Challenge Page 15

Don’t Miss The 2018

SENIOR EXPO

September 25, 2018, More info on page 9

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News

September 2018

Cover Photo by Ron Zucker

JCSC Foundation News The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation is embarking on a new fundraising event, the Johnson City Senior Center Foundation Inaugural Indoor Pickleball Tournament. The tournament will be held November 2-3, 2018 at Memorial Park Community Center. The event on Friday will be a round robin tournament and then on Saturday, a women’s and men’s doubles tournament. Entry deadline will be October 24. Players must have prior experience and be knowledgeable of pickleball rules and scoring.

The Foundation will also be hosting a pickleball clinic with Ty Petty, national pickleball champion on Thursday, November 1 from 6:00-7:00pm. All funds support the JCSC Foundation which provides outreach and program support for adults 50 years and older through the Johnson City Senior Center. For more information, call 423-434-6231.

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.

September 2018

Hiking, Walkers & Talkers

Hip Hikers* Sugar Hill/ Clinch River Trail, St. Paul, VA Free • Thursday, September 6, 7:30a Sugar Hill Loop is a 3.5 mile moderately trafficked llp trial located near Saint Paul, Va. The loop is rated as moderate. The loop traverses an open (bald) ridge line high above the Clinch River. Views form the trail include a panoramic overlook of the Virginia Ridge and Valley and the Clinch River itself. This trail also features the remnants of an 18th –century settlement midway through the hike. This will be a self-directed hike, meaning that there will be no staff leader. Each hiker is responsible for himself/herself. Please assess your physical ability as this will be a challenging hike. Be sure to pack a lunch. The group will carpool from MPCC and plan to return at 3:00pm.

AT from Max Patch to Lemon Gap, Spring Creek, NC Free • Thursday, September 20, 7:30a The view from atop Max Patch bald is one of the best on the AT. This hike is 6-7 miles and is rated moderate. The trial crosses several creeks and passes Roaring Fork Shelter. It is about a 2 hour drive to Max Patch so this trek will be a full day. This will be a self-directed hike, meaning that there will be no staff leader. Each hiker is responsible for himself/ herself. Please assess your physical ability as this will be a challenging 4 mile loop hike. Be sure to pack a lunch. The group will carpool from MPCC.

Walkers & Talkers* The Walkers and Talkers group will not be meeting this month. We are currently seeking a leader for these groups and hope to schedule events for the coming months.

Hiking 101* The Hiking 101 group will not be meeting this month. We are currently seeking a leader for these groups and hope to schedule events for the coming months.

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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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Wellness Dimensions You will notice something new in the newsletter this month. We are attaching a wellness dimension icon(s) to each of our classes to let you know what wellness dimension that class addresses. See below the icon and its wellness dimension explanation.

Physical: promotes personal health and safety.

Examples: Walking, swimming, group exercise, hiking, pickleball Social: fosters meaningful interactions within a diverse community.

Examples: Outings, meals, special events Emotional: facilitates an awareness and acceptance of one’s feelings.

Examples: Support groups, social networks, self-esteem Vocational: finding one’s calling and being a good giver and receiver.

Examples: Volunteering Intellectual: stimulates the use of one’s mind.

Examples: computer, music, language, cards Spiritual: encourages a life of meaning, value and purpose.

Examples: Bible study.

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Learning, Computers

September 2018

Lifelong Learning Basic Home Repairs 101: Second Wednesday of each month from May through November Wednesday, September 12 10:30a Cost: Free A Tennessee registered Professional Engineer with guest will host the monthly Basic Home Repairs 101 with September presentation focused on general repairs of cracks in plaster walls/ceilings, wood touch-ups, and deck/ rail stain application helpful tips. Presentation will also highlight maintenance considerations for the home to conserve energy such as draft checks/repairs around doors and windows, and home appliance filter consideration/ checks. The Basic Home Repairs 101 courses will continue every second Wednesday of each month through October of this year to help you learn how to safely and compliantly perform maintenance repairs and/or make upgrade your residence to enhance your lifestyle. Please Pre-register.

Let’s go on a Mediterranean Cruise!

Wednesday, September 12 1:00p Cost: Free Ron Zucker will be sharing a multimedia presentation of Italy, Monaco, Greece, and Turkey. Some of the sites include: Verona; Cinque Terra; Pisa; the Greek Islands of Santorini, Mykonos, and Corfu; Athens; Kushadasi, Turkey; and Venice. Please Pre-register.

Distracted Driving Friday, September 14 11:00a Cost: Free Sgt. Nathan Hall, Public Information Officer with the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) will make a special presentation on Distracted Driving on Friday, September 14 at 11:00 a.m. at the Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert Street. He will discuss the most common distractions plus the consequences/fines and fatal mistakes that can be the result of distracted driving.

Sgt. Hall has served 12 years as a state trooper, public information officer, Special Programs sergeant, field training officer, and supervisor of the governor’s detail dignitary protection unit. He also serves as the East Tennessee Bureau THP Recruiter and is the most motivated Tennessee State Trooper East of the Mississippi River! Prior to the THP, he served 5 years in special operations with the United States Coast Guard, 911 first responder, charter member of the Department Homeland Security and a correction officer at the Washington County Sheriff’s Department.

The Highway Patrol and the Lord Jesus Christ is his entire life! You do not want to miss this program! Please call the Johnson City Senior Center at 423-434-6237 to reserve a seat. Sponsored by the Washington County S.A.L.T. Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) and the Johnson City Senior Center. Refreshments will be served! Register by September 11.

“Chased by the Wolf” with Jill and Fred Sauceman Tuesday, September 25 10:30a Cost: Free Join Jill and Fred Sauceman as the talk about their new book “Chased by the Wolf: A Life with Lupus and the Kidney Transplant That Saved It” In the summer of 1974, Jill Sauceman was ready to begin the nursing program at East Tennessee State University. During her college physical, at a small medical clinic in Nickelsville, Virginia, her doctor noticed something out of the ordinary. Suddenly, Jill’s future plans were put on hold, when he discovered that her kidneys were not functioning properly. He diagnosed her with lupus nephritis, a disease she had never heard of before. Instead of preparing for college, she was made acutely aware of her own mortality at a young age. She was told that within ten to fifteen years of the diagnosis, she would be on dialysis or would require a kidney transplant.

She fought through total hip replacements and debilitating flare-ups of lupus and managed to save her increasingly weakened kidneys until 2014, when she received a lifesaving kidney transplant from an anonymous donor at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. At the time, her kidney function had deteriorated to less than seven percent. All proceeds from CHASED BY THE WOLF will benefit the renal transplant program at Vanderbilt.

Please Pre-register.

Genealogy Club Third Wednesday of every month Wednesday, September 19 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, September 20 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.

Computers

Need help purchasing a computer, laptop, MacBook Pro, cell phone, iPad or a tablet? Call 423-434-6229 Betty Hall – One-on-One Cost $15 – 1.5 hour class Call for Appointment information 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: $10 pre-register Tuesdays, September 4, 11,18, & 25 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.

Troubleshooting Devices “Walk-In” program Friday, September 28 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.

Coming in October!

Basics of Microsoft Word Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16 6:00p-7:30p Cost: $15 for 3 Sessions Instructor: Morgen Marshall Session 1 October 2: Getting comfortable with MS Word.

The ribbons and document settings, or “Where to find things.”

Session 2 October 9: Making style settings that work for you. Taking the generic settings and modifying them.

Creating default styles.

Session 3 October 16: Reference, Table of Contents and Index functions. Bring notebook and thumb drive for all classes. Please Pre-register. An Excel Class will follow, beginning on October 23.

September 2018

Outings, Travel

Travel Corner

Outings Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise Wednesday, September 5 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 September 3.

Museum of Appalachia Friday, September 14 Depart MPCC at 8a (board time is 7:45a), return approx. 6:30p (Charter Bus) • Cost: $18 Presented by A Simple Life magazine, this two-day event features the finest selection of 18th and 19th century antiques from over 60 of the nation’s preeminent dealers.“With the 65-acre Museum of Appalachia as a backdrop, attendees will see thousands of early American artifacts in their natural setting, and then will have the opportunity to purchase similar items from some of the best antique dealers in the country. The event also features mountain music, Revolutionary and Civil War encampments, and traditional craftsmen demonstrating pioneer skills. Guests will enjoy activities such as sawmilling, blacksmithing, sorghum making, spinning, weaving, and more. Admission to the Antique Show includes a tour of the Museum mountain farm and village, which contains 36 historic log structures, exhibit halls filled with thousands of Appalachian artifacts, gardens, and freerange farm animals. Lunch on your own at the Restaurant on the grounds. Bring comfy shoes, there is some walking.

Register by September 7. Limited seats, no refunds.

Dixie Stampede Senior Day Tuesday, September 18 Leave MPCC at 10:00a, return approx. 6:00p Cost: $41 (includes, show, meal and transportation) Join us for a trip to Dixie Stampede for Senior Day. The outing will feature Health & Wellness Fair, and Dixie Stampede Show & Meal. Please register by September 13.

Limited seats, no refunds.

Interchangeable: Althea Murphy Price at Slocumb Gallery Art-I-Fact & Reception: Thursday, September 20, 5-7p • Cost: Free Part of the Diverse and Beautiful Project, artist Althea Murphy-Price addresses ideas of cultural identity, and the ideals feminine beauty in her printed, collaged and sculptural art work, created largely using human and synthetic hair. By arranging, cutting, and manipulating, Murphy-Price explores hair’s interchangeable role in beauty culture. Please Pre-register.

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ETSU Men’s Football Game vs Furman Saturday,September 22 ; Leave MPCC at 6:30p return approx..9:30p Cost $ 21 Limited seating No Refunds Must register by September 15 Picnic at Osceola Island on South Holston Lake Friday, September 28 Leave MPCC at 10:30a, return approx. 2:30p Cost: $3 Join us for a lunch, games, and a fun afternoon at Osceola Island. The island has a very peaceful walking trail if you want to explore, we will have corn hole boards set up for those who want to play. We will serve a picnic lunch of sandwiches, chips, cookies and beverages. Please register by September 26.

ETSU Men’s Football game vs Chattanooga Saturday, September 29; leave MPCC at 630p return approx..9:30p Cost $ 26 Limited seating, no refunds Must Register by September 22 Coming in October!

Tennessee Riverboat Co. Luncheon Cruise Wednesday, October 3 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.

Apple Festival-Erwin Saturday, October 6 Leave MPCC at 10a, return approx. 3p • Cost: $1 The Unicoi County Apple Festival, drawing more than 110,000 annual attendees, has been consistently named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 events in the southeast and is a three-year winner of the Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association’s Pinnacle Award. This year’s festival includes over 350 arts and crafts vendors from around the country featuring painting, photography, wood-turning, sculpture, metal crafts, jewelry, blown glass and much more. In addition, three food courts are located throughout the festival grounds so attendees may enjoy festival foods, beverages and specialty cuisine. Lunch on your own at the festival.

Join us on Thursday, September 20 at 3:00p for the monthly JCSC Seniors on the Go travel meeting.

The time is getting closer for the annual Let’s Go Travel Show! Mark your calendars now and plan to attend on Tuesday, October 16 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. We’ll have entertainment, snacks, door prizes, and information on some great trips! Hope to see you there!

Some tips for packing: •

Make a list!! A packing list ensures that you don’t forget those important items (medications, change for tips or snack machines, charging cords for your phone, ear plugs, etc.)

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If you’re traveling for several days pack wash and wear clothing. Many items can be washed in the sink and hung up to dry. Laundry services or coin laundries are often available at hotels. Packing lightly can be done successfully!

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Put socks and underwear in resealable bags and stuff inside shoes to save space.

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Save empty travel-size bottles and refill with your favorite shampoos, soaps and lotions.

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Pack a few extra resealable storage bags to store damp or dirty clothing, dirty shoes or other items you want to keep separate in your bag.

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Don’t forget a rain jacket and light sweater – even in hot climates, indoor venues can be freezing cold!

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Groups & Meetings

September 2018

Groups & 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 For each month an area clergyman leads a four week Bible study.

Thursdays at 8a 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: September: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski October: Midwives by Chris Bohjalian

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 federal regulations • Home Buyers: FMHA, FHA, and VA home loan application problems Grief Support Gathering Cost: Free 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30p Sponsored by Morris Baker Funeral Home.

S.A.L.T. Council Cost: Free • Thursday, September 6, 2p Kathleen Collins is with the Tennessee Department of Health and will present on Emergency Preparedness. Everyone is welcome! We encourage you to join the S.A.L.T. Council and help plan and promote meetings and events.

September 2018 Spark!

Cost: FREE Tuesday, September 4, 11a-1p This new, interactive program is a combination of fellowship and cultural programming for people with memory loss and their care partners. Specially trained Reece Museum educators and Alzheimer’s Tennessee volunteers will engage participants in discussion and multisensory activities. Please contact Tracey Kendall Wilson, Regional Director, Alzheimer’s Tennessee at 423-2328993 or tracey.kendallwilson@tnalz.org for reservations and to complete a questionnaire.

Free Fasting Blood Sugar Screening Cost: FREE Wednesday, September 5, 12, 19 & 26, 7:30-9:30a Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood sugar check (done by fingerstick) and learn more about the importance of keeping your sugar in a good range. For best results, do not eat or drink anything except water 8-12 hours prior to testing. No appointment necessary.

Cooking Matters Cost: FREE Wednesdays, September 5 & 12, 10:30-11:30 a Speaker: Whitney Marshall, UT Extension Office Get some great ideas for simple meals that you can fix at home that are healthy, affordable and delicious! Tips to shop, cook and eat smarter. Samples and recipes provided. Call 423-434-6237 to reserve your spot.

All Aboard! Wellness Expo Cost: FREE Monday, September 10, 11a-1p Join us in the lobby to learn more about fitness opportunities here at Memorial Park Community Center and throughout our region. We want to motivate you to get active and “stay on track” with your fitness goals.

Learn about a fun, new 8 week fitness program “Spike it Up: Tweetsie Challenge”. Wellness information, health screenings, flu shots provided by Walgreens, great vendors, door prizes and giveaways! No registration required.

All Aboard! Wellness Workshops Cost: FREE Monday, September 10, 11:15a-1p 11:15a – Cook Once and Eat for Days Speaker: Elizabeth Hall, RD, MSN, RDN, LDN, Food City 12:00p – Belly Fat: Your Middle Matters Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN, Health Resources Center, Ballad Health 12:30p – Fitting in Fitness: Tips to Help You Stay on Track Speaker: Lauren Qualls, Fitness Program Coordinator, Johnson City Senior Center Please pre-register for workshops by calling 423-4346237.

Dining to Know Series Cost: $1 Thursday, September 13, 11:30a-12:30p Topic: Health Benefits of Yoga This series of classes features a different topic each

Healthy Living month and lunch will be served. Speaker for the September meeting will be Matthew Maggard, Certified Yoga Instructor. September is National Yoga Month and Matthew will teach us about the health benefits of yoga, some breathing techniques and basic poses which can be done in a chair. All ages, all body types, and all fitness levels can benefit from yoga- give it a try! Please call 434-6237 to reserve a seat by 5p September 10. Limited spots available.

Get to Know Medicare Cost: FREE Monday, September 17, 10:30-11:30a Speaker: David Varney National Medicare Education Week has one goal – to help empower you to make informed Medicare decisions.

You get to choose the Medicare coverage you want every year, but understanding your options can be overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone. Get a better understanding of Medicare and get your questions answered. Refreshments provided. Call 423-434-6237 to reserve your spot.

Stepping On ~ Fall Prevention Series Cost: FREE Tuesdays, September 18- October 23, 1-2 p Speaker: Heatherly Sifford, BS, JCMC Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator We are all about preventing falls! Attend all 6 sessions or just the ones that impact you the most. We want to help you stay independent and active!

Session 1 on September 18 - Program overview and tips for living at home safely. Physical therapist will assist with balance and strength exercises.

Session 2 on September 25 – Benefits and barriers to regular exercise. Physical therapist will address mobility issues, moving safely and safety alarm systems.

Session 3 on October 2 – Fall hazards & solutions, safe clothing and strength exercise Session 4 on October 9 - Vision specialist will share the role vision plays in keeping your balance. Tips for staying safe in the community and selecting the right footwear.

Session 5 on October 16 – Pharmacist will talk about how medications may contribute to falls. We will also focus on bone health and sleeping better.

Session 6 on October 23 – Injury prevention with hip protectors, navigating inclement weather, getting out and about safely (physical therapist present).

Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Female Urinary Incontinence ~ Regain Control Cost: FREE Wednesday, September 19, 2-3 p 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.

Page 7 Tooth Wisdom ~ Get Smart About Your Mouth Cost: FREE Friday, September 21, 10-11a Workshop; 1a - noon Screenings Speaker: Brittany Smelcer, RDH, SMILE ON 60+ Community Dental Health Coord.

Learn why caring for your mouth is so important and get tips for making brushing easier, basics of denture care and dealing with different types of oral health problems. Free toothbrush, toothpaste and list of low-cost dental care resources for all participants! Optional screening to follow program. Please schedule separate appointment for screening. Please pre-register by calling 423-4346237.

Atrial Fibrillation Cost: FREE Tuesday, September 25, 11a-12p Speaker: Dr. Ramya Akella Get the facts about atrial fib, one of the most common abnormal heart rhythms. Atrial fib increases your risk of stroke and other heart related conditions. Symptoms, treatment options and prevention strategies will be discussed. Please pre-register at 423-434-6237.

Beginning Tuesday, September 4th from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., the first Tuesday of each month, care partners from Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia and their loved ones living in the beginning to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia will gather together at the Johnson City Community Center, 510 Bert Street, for a new SPARK! program, a combination of fellowship and cultural programming, sponsored by Reece Museum and Alzheimer’s Tennessee.

SPARK! is an interactive program that will take place in a pressure-free environment with the goal of building new experiences, in place of simply trying to recall memories.

Specially trained Museum educators and Alzheimer’s Tennessee volunteers will engage participants in lively discussions, object handling and other multisensory activities. The SPARK! program will also include opportunities to work with artists and other groups throughout the community.

SPARK! is a safe and welcoming environment for participants and is equally beneficial for people living with memory loss and their care partners. The day begins in a private room where participants can make or renew introductions, eat lunch that is provided, and then the fun begins!

The SPARK! program is free of charge and open to the community. The initial maximum number of participants is 16, so we ask that all participants submit a reservation questionnaire as soon as possible. Questions regarding the program or to obtain a reservation questionnaire can be directed to Tracey Kendall Wilson, Regional Director, Alzheimer’s Tennessee at 423.232.8993 or tracey.kendallwilson@tnalz.org.

September Special Events

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

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THURSDAY 5

10:00 Try Us Out! 11:00 Spark!

9:00 TN Riverboat Outing

1:00 Crochet & Knit for Mitten Tree

10:30 Cooking Matters

September 2018

FRIDAY

7:30 Hip Hikers – Sugar Hill/Clinch River Trail 10:00 As the Page Turns

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1:00 Ceramic Painting 1:00 Stained Glass Class 1:00 Beading Class 7:00 Friday Night Dance-Kids Our Age 1:00 Swedish Weaving 2:00 SALT - Emergency Preparedness

6:30 Grief Support Gathering

5:00 An Evening with Valerie Houston

10 10:00 Volunteer Training Session 11:00 All Aboard! Wellness Expo 11:15 Cook Once & Eat for Days 12:00 Belly fat: Your Middle Matters 12:30 Fitting in Fitness 1:00 Amateur Photography Club 2:00 Video Series – The Arts

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MONDAY 17

10:30 Get to Know Medicare 1:00 Corn Husk Art 5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance 6:30 Crochet Class-Holiday Ornaments

9:30 Veteran’s Monthly Meet, Learn & Share Time 1:00 Crafting With Roy-Marbling

1:00 Sewing-Community Service Project 1:00 Genealogy Club 2:00 Female Incontinence

25 10:30 “Chased by the Wolf” 11:00 Atrial Fibrillation 1:00 Crochet & Knit for Mitten Tree

5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance

19 10:30 Cooking Matters

1:00 Crochet & Knit for Mitten Tree 1:00p Stepping On 6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening 6:30 Next Step Photography 6:30 Grief Support Gathering

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1:00 Stepping On

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8:00 Museum of Appalachia Outing 8:30 Double Trouble 9:30 Double Trouble

11:00 Distracted Driving 1:00 Physiology & Fitness Video Series 1:00 Cooking With Roy 1:00 Swedish Weaving 3:00 Creative Card Making 6:30 Johnson City Grand Squares 6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

1:00 Sewing-Community Service Project 1:00 Mediterranean Cruise Presentation

18 9:00 Pickleball 101 10:00 Dixie Stampede Outing

Spike It Up Challenge Begins!

9:00 Pickleball 101 10:00 Writer’s Circle

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1:00 Stained Class Class

11:30 Dining to Know-Yoga

1:00 Crochet & Knit for Mitten Tree

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12 10:30 Basic Home Repairs 10:30 Cooking Matters

9:00 Constituent Services 9:00 Pickleball 101 10:00 Bingo

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8:30 Double Trouble 9:30 Double Trouble

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7:30 Hip Hikers – Appalachian Trail, Max Patch to Lemon Gap 9:00 Pickleball 101 1:00 Pottery Class 1:00 The Film Club 1:00 Swedish Weaving 1:00 Physiology & Fitness Video Series 3:00 Canvas Creations 3:00 Seniors on the Go 4:00 Learn to Play the Ukulele 5:00 Slocumb Gallery Outing 6:00 Pickleball 101 Evening

26 10:30 Cooking Matters 1:00 Sewing-Community Service Project

27 10:00 Writer’s Circle 1:00 Pottery Class 5:30 Canvas Creations

8:30 Double Trouble 9:30 Double Trouble 10:00 Tooth Wisdom 1:00 Ceramic Painting 7:00 Friday Night Dance-TBD

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SATURDAY 22

6:30 ETSU Football Game Outing

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8:30 Double Trouble 9:30 Double Trouble 10:30 Picnic at Osceola Island Outing 2:00 Troubleshooting Devices 5:30 Line Dance Party 6:30 Johnson City Grand Squares

SATURDAY 29

6:30 ETSU Football Game Outing

September 2018

Sports 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 8-11:30a Each Tuesday and Thursday 10a-12p Cost: FREE Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

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.

Pickleball 101 Tuesday and Thursday Starting September 11 9:0010:00a Cost: $20 Have you ever wanted to try pickleball but aren’t sure how to play? Pickleball 101 will allow you to learn the game and the fundamentals of how the game is played. Each class will build and allow you to become a pickleball player in just a few weeks. Classes will be held in the gym on the following days: Sept 11, 13, 18, 20, Oct 4, 9, 11 and 10.

Pickleball 101 Evening Tuesday and Thursday Starting September 13 6:007:00pm Cost: $20 Have you ever wanted to try pickleball but aren’t sure how to play? Pickleball 101 will allow you to learn the game and the fundamentals of how the game is played. Each class will build and allow you to become a pickleball player in just a few weeks. Classes will be held on the outdoor tennis courts at Memorial Park Community Center. On the following days: Sept 13, 18, 20, Oct 2, 4, 9, 11, 16.

Sports Joe Carder, a participant at the Johnson City Senior Center, recently competed in the Transplant Games of America and brought home the GOLD! Competing in three events, Table Tennis, Darts and Cornhole, he stood out when winning his matches and bringing home the top prize. He will continue to train in table tennis and darts. He wishes to compete again in the 2020 games. This journey began back in 2001 when he was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver caused from a side effect of a medicine prescribed for a heart arrhythmia. Placed on the donor list with UNOS (United Network Organ Sharing) in 2014, his health continued to decline.

He received a liver transplant in July of2014. All went well and he has had very few complications.

He is very appreciative of Tennessee Donor Services, an organ procurement organization, for the work that they do to promote and inform people of the needs that are out there and of the opportunities that people have to donate organs.

Over 90% of the population believe in organ

Page 9 donation, however, only 54% nationwide have actually signed up to be an organ donor. Donate Life Tennessee wants to change this. There are over 115,000 people on the transplant list for various organs (mostly kidneys) and approximately 20 people on the waiting list die each day. Feeling well again has made Joe realize how fortunate he is in receiving this “Gift” of life. He is a spokesperson for Donate Life and is always willing to share his story. Joe is not taking life for granted; he is taking it by storm. He comes to the center 3 days a week to play table tennis and utilizes the fitness room. He participated in a Cornhole 101 program and fell in love with the activity. His passion for Table Tennis occurred the same way, by taking a 101 course.

He was encourage by the staff at the center to stay involved and now he is an avid player. Programmer Jamieson Hamilton worked with Joe in the basic skills of both activities and Joe took it to the next level by competing at the national level! We are proud to have Joe at the center!

Ongoing Events

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September 2018

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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

7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 All Out Fitness 9:00 Tri-Ominos 10:00 Zumba Zeniors 10:00 Heart Strings Instruments Jam Session 10:00 Pickleball 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 2:30 Mountain Dulcimer Lessons 1:30 Amara Carberry One on One 2:00 Needle and Fiber Arts 5:30 Scrabble Group

7:00a to 8:00p Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugars 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 6:00 FUNdamentals of Yoga 6:30 Advanced Square Dance

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

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

7:00am to 8:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Move to Music for Seniors

Bring The Grandkids

September 2018 Introduction to Geocaching Location: Memorial Park Community Center Pre-registration: September 10-September16 Date: September 17 Time: 10a – 12p • Ages: All Ages • Cost: FREE Description: Come learn about the world wide treasure hunt that is Geocaching. We will start off at MPCC and end the class with putting your newfound knowledge to the test! Preregister at Memorial Park Community Center.

Memorial Park Community Center

SAVE THE DATE

Be part of Memorial Park Community Center's Afterschool Program!

(For ages 6-12)

Contact: Mary Lee Baker 423-434-5725

510 Bert Street 423-434-5749

JC PARKS TREASURE HUNT

Dolly & Me Tea Party Sept 22 10-11am Ages 4-12

$5/Ticket Pre-register Aug 22-Sept 21

Sign Up!

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September 15-29 Solve all 5 clues for a chance to win a prize Clues will be posted on our social media September 15 at 9 AM

WELLNESS EXPO

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Monday, September 10, 11a-1p Johnson City Senior Center 510 Bert Street

3:30-5:30pm $75/fall session

510 Bert Street 423-434-5749

@JCParksTN

Johnson City Parks and Recreation For Questions or Comments Call (423) 434-5749

• Health and Wellness Information • Fitness opportunities here at Memorial Park Community Center and throughout our region

• New fitness program - Spike It Up: Tweetsie Challenge

• Health Screenings, Flu Shots • Door prizes & Giveaways

WELLNESS EXPO

Monday, September 10, 11a-1p Johnson City Senior Center 510 Bert Street

WELLNESS WORKSHOPS:

11:15a “Cook Once and Eat for Days” - Elizabeth Hall, RD, Food City 12:00p “Belly Fat: Your Middle Matters” – Doreen Lancaster, RN 12:30p “Fitting in Fitness ~ Tips to Help You Stay on Track” - Lauren Qualls * Call 423-­‐434-­‐6237 to pre-­‐register for workshops.

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Dance & Events

Dance Absolute Beginner Line Dance (Level 1) Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $30 (Silver Sneaker discount $20) 8-week series on Mondays, Beginning September 17 5:30p-6:15p If you have ever watched line dancing and said to yourself, “I wish I could do that”, now is your chance to do just that. Line dance classes for absolute beginners are being organized for the first of the year. The first series of classes known as “Absolute Beginner Line Dance Class” will meet once a week for 8 weeks. The Absolute beginner class is recommended for anyone who has never line danced before – The class starts with the very basic steps, learning the terminology and sequence of steps. This class will teach the participants how to count steps, do basic steps such as a grape-vine, scuff, toe-strut, and putting those steps together to make line dances. Each 8-week series is $30.00, or silver-sneaker discount of $20.00. Preregister by September 11. If anyone has any questions about the class, contact Martha at drmd72@hotmail.com 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!

September 2018

Events 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 Line Dance Party Friday, September 28 5:30 - 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 September 21.

Ballroom Dance Wednesdays 5:15p Cost: Free 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 Johnson City Grand Squares Second and Fourth Fridays 6:30-8:30p Cost $6 New members welcome.

“Try Us Out” Tuesday September 4 10-11a Cost: Free Are you new to the center or want to know more about our programs that we offer, then you don’t want to miss our “Try Us Out” session. This will be a session to meet staff, find out what programs we offer, take a tour and ask questions about the center and its programs. You will also be given information about any new programs being offered in the next month. Light refreshments will be served and some free try it out vouchers for certain classes will be given. Please register with the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.

An Evening with Valerie Houston Thursday, September 6 5p-7p Cost: $2 Join the Johnson City Senior Center and ETSU Slocumb Gallery in welcoming Ms. Valerie Houston to the Community Center. She will be performing excerpts from her theatrical presentation of “Madam CJ Walker”. Valerie uses her gifts of storytelling, singing and acting to present an American story filled with challenges prevailed by America’s first female African-American millionaire. Valerie Houston is a singer, actress, playwright and composer. She started performing at a very young age. As a teenager she sang blues on Beale street and has traveled the blues circuit as a background singer for different blues artists. She also composes, performs and records gospel music. A Q & A will follow the presentation. Your evening will also include dinner. Register by September 4.

Volunteers Ready, Set, Serve Volunteer! On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Monthly Volunteer Meeting, Monday, September, 10a in the Arts & Crafts Rooms • Light refreshments served • See what’s upcoming for the Volunteers • Commissioner Jenny Brock (JC Animal Shelter) Jennifer Berven (Insight Alliance) Mike Jennings (Pine Oaks Golf Course) • Come and enjoy a fun activity!

Friday Night Dance Come dance the night away from 7-10p, 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.

Friday Night Dance September 7, 7-10p MPCC Gym Kids Our Age will be our guest band tonight

Friday Night Dance September 21, 7-10p MPCC Gym Kids Our Age will be our guest band tonight

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

September 2018

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! Upcoming photo themes: September: Just Around the Corner October: The Sleeper November: Room with a View.

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.

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

Let’s Play the Mountain Dulcimer Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: Free Tuesday September 4, 11, 18, 25 1:00 – 2:30 pm 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.

Mountain Dulcimer Lessons Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $15 for four lessons Tuesday September 4, 11, 18, 25 2:30-3:30pm 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.

Video Series – The Arts Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free First Monday of Each Month 2:00 – 3:00pm (second Monday in

September) 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.

Piano Lessons Band Instrument Lessons (NEW!) Instructor: Wreatha Terry Cost: $15 per 30 min lesson Did you know that we offer private music lessons? Wreatha is a retired PhD music professor with a passion for teaching. All levels of ability are welcome – beginners to advanced. Morning Lessons are offered Monday, Wednesday & Thursday. Classes will be scheduled Monday and Wednesday at 8:00, 8:45, 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45am and Thursday at 8:00 and 8:45am. Evening Classes are now offered Monday & Thursday: Classes will be scheduled at 3:30, 4:15, 5:00, 5:45,6:30, 7:15 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.

Pottery Class- Handbuilding (and more) Instructor: Don Burger Cost: $20 for the series Thursday September 20 & 27 1:00-3:00pm We will use slab, coil and pinch technique to make simple, yet practical and artistic pieces. In September we will make “face mugs,” also known as Appalachian Face Mugs - a fun way to enjoy your tea or coffee. They can be people faces or pet/animal faces. 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 preregister and pay, class size is limited.

Cooking with Roy Instructor: Roy Krauss Cost: $8 Friday September 14 1:00-2:30pm Join Chef Roy for another food preparation class.

We’re going Indian. Tandoori chicken, Indian rice, Raiti (a dip), and Indian Fudge. Yum! Step by step instructions with Printed recipes. All materials provided, an apron is recommended. Please pre-register and pay. Class size is limited.

Crafting With Roy ~ Marbling Instructor: Roy Krauss Cost: $4 Monday September 24 1-2:30p Think you can’t paint? That never stopped some top artists. You have fluid acrylic abstract painting - moving & tipping & dripping. Dirty pour, drip painting, marbling, etc. Call it whatever. Here’s your chance to make an Abstract piece of art all your own. Even if you can’t draw, you can paint and have fun doing it - mixing colors and using gravity to create designs you couldn’t make with a brush!

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 per class Two classes offered Thursday September 20 3:00-5:30pm Thursday September 27 5:30-8:00pm 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.

Stained Glass Class Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $15 for the series Friday September 7 1-3pm & Saturday September 8 1-3pm Come and explore the beautiful and centuries old Art of Stained Glass. You will be guided in the techniques and skills needed to create works of art with the correct materials and equipment. All materials furnished and you will take your creation home with you. Please pre-register and pay.

Swedish Weaving Instructor: Wanda Cheers Cost: $8 for the Series Thursday September 6, 13, & 20 1-3p This beautiful technique has been found in linens dating back to the 1600’s.

It is an easy technique to learn, combining the stitches in a repeating pattern that is easy to follow and relaxing to stitch. You will take home a finished project which you will be proud to display! This month ~ ‘Swedish Weaving Table Runner’ 14 inches x 54 inches maximum dimensions. If you prefer to make it smaller, bring your measurements to the first session.

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Fabric will be furnished. Each participant should bring one skein Red Heart acrylic 4-ply yarn, either variegated or solid in the color of her choice. Bring your needles if you have them. Please pre-register.

Crochet Class~Holiday Ornaments Instructor: Deb Burger Cost: $25 for the series plus $6.50 materials Monday September 17 & October 1, 15 6:30-7:30pm Patterns will be provided along with the yarn kit containing all the colors and amounts needed to make 3 ornaments. Each student will need to bring her own hooks: E,F,G, &H, and scissors, and should already be comfortable with single and double crochet stitches. Deb will be teaching how to read written and charted patterns, and finishing details; but will not be teaching how to make the basic stitches. Deb Burger is a published author of both books and patterns in knitting and crochet. She has taught both crafts extensively in guilds, camps, at the John C. Campbell Folk School, and at her yarn shop in Jonesborough. She is a retired teacher who also loves reading, gardening, and making art in many media. She welcomes Righties, Lefties and those who have believed they are “too clumsy” or “have no talent.”

Ceramic Painting Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $5 for the Series Friday September 7 & 21 1:00-4:00 Due to a generous donation we have an assortment of slip-cast ceramic art forms which only need to be painted and taken to a good home. All supplies are furnished, so come and enjoy these relaxing sessions of painting and when you are finished take your creation home with you!

Sewing Class - A community service project Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free Wednesday September 12, 19 & 26 1-3pm We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we want to be a blessing to those in need by sewing oversized lap 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.

Crochet & Knit for Mitten Tree Cost: Free Every Tuesday in September 1-3pm We have a surplus of yarn due to generous donations so we will be knitting and crocheting scarves, hats and mittens for the annual Mitten Tree here at the center. Each December we invite the girls from Girls Inc. to come and enjoy refreshments and receive a gift to keep them warm in the winter!

These handmade with love items will be especially meaningful to the girls!

Beading Class ~ Crystal Cascade Christmas Ornament Instructor: Lisa Jackson Cost: $15 Thursday September 6 1:00 – 3:00pm In this class Lisa will be helping you to create a beautiful beaded ornament which you will be proud to display in your holiday decorating. Please purchase your materials at Cindy’s Craft Shop, 2532 Old Elizabethton Highway, Johnson City, TN, 37601, 423-926-0050. The list of supplies will be there. Please pre-register and pay by Tuesday September 4.

Corn Husk Art Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $5 Monday September 17 1-3pm It’s almost time to be thinking of Fall. Come and join ‘Charlie’ as she guides you in creating a Fall themed wreath with corn husk. The result will be artistic and creative ~ something you will be proud to display in your home.

Please pre-register.

Learn to Play the Ukulele Instructor: Don Burger Cost $15 Thursday September 20 4-6pm Is learning to play the Ukulele on your bucket list? Here is your opportunity!

In this introductory session Don will cover the basics and help you decide if the Ukulele is your instrument. If it is then lessons will begin in October.

Pre-tuned instruments will be available in this class.

Creative Card Making – Special Class!

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Thursday, September 13, 3-4:30p Come learn card making skills and you’ll never have to buy another card from the store! You will learn stamping, cutting, punches, embossing, and more! This month we will be making an assortment of cards using kits from previous classes! All supplies will be furnished. You will have opportunity to pick the cards you want to make and complete eight cards! Usually we only make six cards, so this is a bargain! Don’t delay, seats are limited!

Please register by September 11

Games, Pool Schedule

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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.

Pool Schedule 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.

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

Mahjong Fridays 1p • Cost: FREE Mahjong will be on a brief hiatus. If you are interested in joining when it resumes, call 434-6229.

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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.

September 2018

Fitness Focus

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Fitness Focus All Out Fitness Tuesdays, 8:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Lauren Qualls 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: Lauren Qualls 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 Qualls 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 Qualls 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, 12p 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, 10a 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.

Double Trouble Fridays, 8:30-9:30a and 9:30-10:30a Cost: $2 Instructor: Lauren Fowler This circuit workout uses a variety of formats to keep you motivated while improving your overall fitness. By training with free-weights, resistance-bands, and body-weight this workout will give you an exciting range of strengthening, stretching, balance, and core exercises. This class will also incorporate the use of MPCC’s interactive fitness equipment.

Brain-a-Cise Thursdays, 3:30p Cost: Free Your brain needs exercise just as much as your body. Join us as we form a trivia team to compete in this year’s Senior Brain Games!

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 medical professional. This is an ideal program for the individual who is facing total joint replacement both before surgery and after finishing post-surgical physical therapy. Please contact Deb Fogle at 434-6231 for more information.

Physiology and Fitness Video Series Thursday September 13 and September 20, 1p Cost: Free Facilitator: Lauren Qualls Join us for a 30 minute video followed by discussion of topics addressed. The topic for September 13 will be “Components of Fitness” and the topic for September 27 will be “How Fit Are You?” Spike it Up! Tweetsie Challenge Beginning September 16 If you are looking for a challenging way to improve your fitness, then look no further! The Spike it Up Tweetsie Challenge is just what you need! This challenge is for hikers, runners, and cyclists. The challenge will last for eight weeks. Each week, participants will strive to hike, run, or ride on Johnson City’s Tweetsie Trail for 150 minutes.

Participants will report time spent out on the trail weekly.

Participants will be invited to a program kickoff meeting as well as group excursions to include geocaching and more!

All participants will receive an awesome Spike it Up t-shirt!

Strength & Sculpt Thursdays, 10:15a • Cost: $2 Instructor: Leanna Lawson The main focus of this class will be on strength training to maintain muscular strength and improve bone strength/ prevent bone loss. The class will also utilize a variety of movements and exercises to work on balance and core stability.

Senior Lifestyles

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Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street • Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 (423) 434-6237 Hours of Operation: Memorial Park Community Center/Johnson City Senior Center: Monday-Friday 7am-9p, 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

September 2018