Winter Spring 2024 Senior Brochure

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Active Adults WINTER/SPRING 2024

▪ FITNESS CLASSES ▪ DANCE & ART ▪ SPECIAL INTEREST ▪ SOCIALS & SPECIAL EVENTS ▪ EDUCATION ▪ TRIPS

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Parks and Recreation colleyvilleparksandrec.com

5008 Roberts Rd. Colleyville, TX 76034 Estimated opening Summer 2024 Senior Center colleyvilleparksandrec.com/senior-center

2512 Glade Rd. Colleyville, TX 76034

Cody joined the Colleyville team in July 2012 and has played a vital role in creating a warm and welcoming environment to the Senior Center and it’s members due to his kind and patient demeanor. He is a proud UNT alum, go Mean Green! In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing at various golf courses. Cody oversees the daily operations of the Senior Center.

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Holiday Closings Check class information for specific closure dates.

New Year’s Day

Jan. 1

MLK Day

Jan. 15

Good Friday

Mar. 29

Cody Ashton Senior Center Supervisor cashton@colleyville.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS Fitness Classes Dance & Art Special Interest Socials & Special Events Education Trips

REGISTRATION colleyvilleparksandrec.com 817.503.1180 – Recreation 817.503.1195 – Senior

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Wes Marecle Recreation Specialist wmarecle@colleyville.com

Wes joined the Colleyville team in September 2023. His recreation background includes active adult and general programming.

Outside of work you might find Wes golfing, spending time with his family, or cheering on the local sport teams. Wes is responsible for coordinating volunteers, programs, and sponsor stewardship for the Senior Center.

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SENIOR CENTER

Senior Center Membership Memberships are available to those ages 50 and over. Memberships are required for anyone participating in any senior class, program, or activity, or for anyone using the fitness facility.

Resident membership: No annual fee Non-resident membership: $10 per year

FITNESS CLASSES

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Jazzercise Lo-Impact

Yoga Flow

Use muscles, not momentum to get a total-body workout that brings all the dance fitness fun without the hop.

A combination of cardio and strength training for a heart-healthy workout that keeps your body strong. For more information, or to register, please call or text 817.808.5094 or e-mail conniecrews4464@gmail.com. A $10 senior pass discount is available to those 62 and over. No class Jan. 15.

Each month begins by exploring the alignment of poses, breath work, and meditation. Class begins with warmup poses that allow you to stretch deeper and ends with cool-down poses to release muscles, allowing a deep relaxation. Each class adds poses, creating a fun flow, synchronizing with each breath. No experience necessary, class is designed to provide options for all levels.

Day/Time: Mon.-Thu. & Sat., 8:45-9:45 a.m.

Day/Time: Mon.-Thu., 5:20-6:20 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 2-31, Feb. 1-29, Mar. 2-30, Apr. 1-30 Fees: $68 ($58 w/ auto pay) Location: Senior Center Instructor: Connie Crews

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 4-30, Feb. 1-27, Mar. 5-28, Apr. 2-25 Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class) Location: Senior Center Instructor: Lynne Clem

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Pilates - Strength & Core Pilates - Strength & Core is designed for active adults to help strengthen and tone your body, increase flexibility and balance, as well as improve bone density, posture, and coordination.

Pilates mat exercises will work everything from your abdominal/core muscles, to the tip of your toes to your shoulders – toning and strengthening where needed and increasing flexibility when appropriate. An upper body strength training segment will follow the mat exercises, utilizing light weights. Along with improving your overall fitness level, this class will leave you feeling refreshed, without stress or strain to your joints. Modifications included for all levels. Please bring a thick mat and a set of two or threepound weights.

Day/Time: Tue., 6:00-6:45 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 9-30, Feb. 6-27, Mar. 5-26, Apr. 2-23 Fees: $37 (Drop-in $10/class) Location: Senior Center Instructor: Wendy Dolan

Zumba Gold Fit for the young at heart, get active with great people at the dance party workout that moves at your pace.

Zumba gold can be adapted as a chair or standing exercise class, get fit how you choose! No class Jan. 15.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 2:00-2:30 p.m.

Day/Time: Tue. & Thu., 10:30-11:00 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 2-31, Feb. 1-29, Mar. 4-28, Apr. 1-25 Fees: $45 (Drop-in $10/class) Location: Senior Center Instructor: Giovanna Mitchell

FITNESS CLASSES Drum Fit Strength & Stretch Learn fresh patterns combined with movement while tapping foam “drum” sticks on various surfaces. New routines are introduced every four to five weeks. Strengthen and stretch at the end of each class. Join the fun responding to groovy music! There is a discount available when registering for multiple classes in the same month.

You must register through the Senior Center either in-person or over the phone to receive the discount.

Day/Time: Wed., 10:00-11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.-Noon Dates: Jan. 17-31 Fees: $30 Dates: Feb. 7-28, Mar. 6-27, Apr. 3-24 Fees: $39 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Music with Ms. Joley

Senior Tai Chi Tai Chi, also known as “meditation in motion,” is identified as one of the best exercises for seniors to maintain and improve balance while also helping to increase strength, flexibility, and stamina. As a low impact exercise, Tai Chi promotes mental and physical health. Starting with a warm up of standing stretches, the class will work on a standard form of slow movements that flow together seamlessly. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. No class Jan. 15.

Day/Time: Mon. & Wed., 11:00-11:45 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 3-31, Feb. 5-28, Mar. 4-27, Apr. 1-24 Fees: $45 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Amy Harvey

DANCE & ART

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Happy Feet Tap Learn to tap dance. No dance experience required and all levels are welcome.

Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 10-31, Feb. 7-28, Mar. 6-27, Apr. 3-24 Fees: $30 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Michele Burger

Beginner Line Dancing Beginner class is for students with previous dance experience. Students should be capable of learning basic steps: grapevine, chasse, jazz box, etc.

Routines up to 48 counts may include rhythms like Waltz or Cha Cha and tempos are slow to moderate.

Day/Time: Wed., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 3-31 Fees: $15 (Drop-in $5/class) Dates: Feb. 7-28, Mar. 6-27, Apr. 3-24 Fees: $12 (Drop-in $5/class) Location: Senior Center Instructor: Judy Sides

Improver Line Dancing Improver students need previous dance experience and basic skills.

Dances will introduce new step patterns: coaster step, rolling grapevines, swivets, etc. Routines up to 64 counts may include various tempos and rhythms and feature pauses, syncopation, timing variations, etc.

Day/Time: Wed., 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 3-31 Fees: $15 (Drop-in $5/class) Dates: Feb. 7-28, Mar. 6-27, Apr. 3-24 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Judy Sides

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You Can Oil Paint a Masterpiece Even if you’ve never held a paint brush or can’t draw a straight line you will be amazed at the beautiful oil painting you can create in one inspiring lesson.

Beginners learn basics of color mixing, brushstrokes, and perspective while completing a landscape, seascape, or still life in this fun and easy class taught by award-winning instructor, Christen Garden. All supplies; canvas, paint, brushes, medium, easel, detailed lesson plan, and instruction are provided. Bring paper towels and wear old clothes. A $25 supply fee is due to the instructor the day of the class.

Day/Time: Fri., 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 8, Apr. 26 Fees: $21 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Christen Garden

Acrylic Painting Join instructor Maria Rushton-Clem as she guides you through the art of acrylic painting. Maria began painting after the profound loss of her mother.

A lifelong creator using many different mediums, she settled on the vibrant colors of acrylic paint to define her signature style. All experience levels are welcome. A $25 supply fee is due to the instructor the day of the class.

Day/Time: Fri., 10:00 a.m.-Noon Dates: Jan. 5, Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16, Mar. 1, Mar. 15, Apr. 5, Apr. 19 Fees: $32 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Maria Rushton-Clem

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SPECIAL INTEREST

Sit & Stitch Do you do needlepoint, cross stitch, ribbon embroidery, hand embroidery, beading, knitting, crochet, or anything with a needle in hand? If so, come sit and stitch each Tue. morning with fellow needleworkers. Beginner to advanced needleworkers are welcome. This is not an instructional class but rather an opportunity to wield needles in the presence of others; however, there is plenty of collective advice and knowledge to be shared for anyone who may need a helping hand.

Day/Time: Tue., 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 2-Apr. 30 Location: Senior Center

ACBL Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge For more information regarding the game or help finding a partner please call or text the game director, Jan Mogged, at 817.851.6906 or e-mail moggedcgjr@gmail.com.

Day/Time: Tue., 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 2-Apr. 30 Fees: $5/game Location: Senior Center

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Colleyville Choralaires Join this enthusiastic group of singers and performers. No singing credentials required and all experience levels welcome. No memorization required.

Day/Time: Wed., 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 3-Apr. 24 Location: Senior Center

Trivia

Contract Bridge Lessons All experience levels, beginner to intermediate, are welcome. Class is taught by ACBL certified instructors.

Instructors will provide information for purchasing a recommended class text book at the first class meeting.

Registration required. No class Jan. 15.

Day/Time: Mon., 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 8-Apr. 29 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Earl Mast and Dr. Linda Neal

Genealogy Group Come participate and learn with a group dedicated to sharing genealogical information, techniques, and research tools with those who are interested in learning about family history.

Day/Time: Wed., 10:00 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 3, Feb. 7, Mar. 6, Apr. 3 Location: Senior Center

Do you need a chance to stretch your brain and exercise your intellect? Join Mark Bilgere from Bilgere Insurance for an interactive and entertaining trivia challenge. Come play on the second Thu. of each month. You don’t need to be a trivia expert to enjoy this game.

Come out and have fun. Registration required.

Day/Time: Thu., 11:00 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 14, Apr. 11 Location: Senior Center Instructor: Mark Bilgere

AARP Tax Help Free tax assistance provided by AARP. Appointments are required and can be made through the Senior Center.

Day/Time: Tue., 8:00 a.m.-Noon Dates: Feb. 6-Apr. 9 Location: Senior Center

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SOCIALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Metroport Meals on Wheels Enjoy coffee, treats, and games in the morning. Bingo begins after lunch.

Those 90 and over eat for free. Please contact the Senior Center by Tue. the week of each meeting date to reserve your meal.

Day/Time: Fri., Noon Dates: Jan. 5, Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16, Mar. 1, Mar. 15, Apr. 5, Apr. 19 Fees: $5 Location: Senior Center

Valentine’s Day Celebration Help us spread the love this year at the Valentine’s Day Celebration. Canned good donations will be accepted to benefit the GRACE Food Pantry. Door prize drawings will follow an ice cream social. Each attendee will receive two tickets to be used in the door prize drawings and one additional ticket per donated canned good.

Donations are not required to attend. Registration required.

Day/Time: Fri., 1:00 p.m.

Date: Feb. 9 Location: Senior Center

Valentine’s Dance Join us for a romantic night listening to a variety of great music and dance the night away.

Day/Time: Wed., 7:00-9:30 p.m.

Date: Feb. 14 Fees: $5 Location: Senior Center

EDUCATION

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Lunch & Learns Come for a complimentary meal and stay for an educational presentation from a local organization. Presenters are subject to change. Please contact the Senior Center for a current list of presenters. Registration will open the Mon. prior to each meeting date at 8:30 a.m. Space is limited.

Day/Time: Fri., 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Dates: Jan. 12, Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 8, Mar. 22, Apr. 12, Apr. 26 Location: Senior Center

Natural Grocers’ Nutritional Education Seminar As part of Natural Grocers’ commitment to nutrition education, the Nutritional Health Coach from Natural Grocers in Hurst, TX will provide a free nutrition education class to educate why your food choices matter and how they can help to create a sustainable, just, regenerative food system where humans, animals, and the earth can thrive. Registration required.

Day/Time: Tue., Noon-1:00 p.m.

Date: Feb. 6 Location: Senior Center

AARP Smart Driver Course Improve driving skills and be more aware of other drivers to ensure greater safety on the road. This course may be used to qualify for insurance discounts based on your insurance carrier’s business decisions; however, it cannot be used for dismissal of a ticket. Registration and a current driver’s license are required. Pay fees at the time of class with cash or a check. All instructional materials and certificates of completion are provided at the end of class.

Day/Time: Mon., 8:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Date: Feb. 12 Fees: AARP Member $20; Non-AARP Member $25 Location: Senior Center Instructor: John Chreno

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TRIPS

Trip Information Join the fun as Senior Center members visit various locations, both near and far.

Venues will vary from sports and education to entertainment and special interest.

Transportation is provided and will depart from the Senior Center. Payment is non-refundable and is due at the time of registration.

Globe Life Field Tour Go behind-the-scenes with a ballpark tour of Globe Life Field and explore locations like premium venues, unique club spaces, luxury suites, and more! Discover rich history, impressive architecture, and fun photo opportunities around every corner.

Day/Time: TBA Date: Feb. TBA Fees: $27 Location: Arlington, Texas

Canton First Monday Trade Days The oldest, largest continually operating outdoor flea market in the United States, with spots for more than 6,000 vendors.

Day/Time: Thu., 8:00 a.m.

Date: Mar. 28 Fees: $5 Location: Canton, Texas

Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival Downtown comes alive with incredible art, fantastic music, and delicious food! With new entertainment venues and over 200 juried artists from local, regional, and national areas, the Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival turns downtown into Texas’ largest and most revered arts festival!

Day/Time: Thu., 9:30 a.m.

Date: Apr. 18 Fees: $5 Location: Fort Worth, Texas

WinStar World Casino Discover the thrill of winning and a world of luxury at WinStar World Casino and Resort.

Day/Time: Wed., 8:00 a.m.

Dates: Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 27, Apr. 24 Fees: $5 Location: Thackerville, Oklahoma