August 2024 Senior Lifestyles

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

August 2024

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Center News

Foundation News

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

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

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

The Senior Foundation, Inc. – Johnson City is in the planning stages for their next fundraising event – Swing Into Action Golf Tournament Friday, October 4, 2024 at Tri Cities Golf Club. Sponsorship levels are Event sponsor — $5,000, Corporate Sponsor — $1,000, Gold Sponsor — $500, Silver Sponsor — $300, Putting Contest Sponsor — $400, Hole Sponsor — $100, Cart Sponsor — $50, or Gift card/certificate Sponsor — $25. Player fees are $80/player in a 4-person select shot tournament. Putting Contest Fee is $10/Player for a limit of 2 per person. Prizes awarded for First Place Team — $100/player, Second place team — $75/player, Third Place Team — $50/ player, Hole-in-One — $10,000, and Putting Contest — $200.

Congregate Meal FTHRA serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30am -12pm. Please call 423-434-5723 for more information.

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Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursday, August 1, 9am

Mondays, 2pm (Ages 50+)

Are you new to the center or want to know more about programs. Plan to attend a “Try Us Out” session. This is an opportunity to meet staff, check out programs and take a tour of the center. New participants will receive a gift.

Please stop by the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.

Senior Single Social Mixer Join us for an evening to meet and socialize with other seniors who are single.

Come join us as we study God’s word together.

Men’s Bible Study

Thursdays, 8am (Ages 50+)

Come join us as we study the Bible together.

Volunteer Meeting

Monday, August 5th, 10am Cost: Free

This is our monthly volunteer meeting. An activity is planned and light refreshments will be served. Guest speakers will be Ashley Cavender, the Food Access Program Coordinator with Appalachian RC&D Council and Melanie Johnson, RN, the Director of

Outings Events Outing tickets will be on sale Appalachian Fair Tuesday, July 30 at 9 am.

Thursday, August 22nd Ticket sales on July 30 will be

Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show

Tuesday, August 20th Leave MPCC at 2:20pm, return approx. 10:00pm Cost: $69 (includes transportation, ticket fee & meal). Join us as we go on an adventure to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to see a family-friendly dinner show filled with comedy, musical acts and an all you can eat buffet. Please Pre-register. Seats are limited; no refunds.

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Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study

“Try Us Out”

limited to two tickets for one outing per person/married couple.

Remaining tickets will be available to everyone on July 31 but still limited to two tickets per person.

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Groups & Meetings

Special Events

Cost: $5 (Ages 50+) Thursday, August 22, 6:00pm

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Leave MPCC at 3:30pm, return approx. 8:00pm Cost: $2 (for transportation) Its fair season folks! Join us as we go to Gray, TN to enjoy the yearly fair.

You will pay for your tickets at the Appalachian fair gate. Lots of walking on uneven terrain. Please Pre-register.

Seats are limited; no refunds.

Destination Unknown!

Saturday, August 24 Leave MPCC at 3:00pm, return approx. 11:45pm Cost $49 for transportation, meal and entertainment. It’s time for another mystery trip – come hungry and get ready for a foot-stompin’ good time in the outdoors! Please

Gentiva Hospice. Interested in volunteering?

Check us out!

As the Page Turns (Book Club) Thursday, August 1st, 10-11am Loaner Books Provided (Ages 50+)

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

REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN BOOKS AT EACH MEETING

JCSC Seniors on the Go

Tuesday, August 27th, 3-4:00pm (Ages 50+)

Make new travel friends at the monthly travel meeting! Please pre-register-seating is limited!

pre-register. Seats are limited – no refunds.

Tennessee Valley Railroad (Hiwassee Loop Train Ride)

Friday, August 30th Leave MPCC at 8:30am, return approx. 10pm Cost: $75 (includes transportation on motorcoach, admission ticket & boxed lunch) If you like trains come along as we journey together for a 50 mile, 5 hour loop from Delano, TN. Fast food stop on the way back to Johnson City. Pre-Register.

Seats are limited; no refunds.

Small Group Lunch Outings: Suba’s in Mountain City

DATE TO BE RESCHEDULED! Leave MPCC at 9:30am, return approx. 3:00pm

Cost $2 for transportation; lunch on your own. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a small chef-owned restaurant. You may want to bring a small cooler for one of the fabulous desserts! We’ll also make a stop by Watauga Lake on the return trip. (Waiting list from previous outing have first opportunity)

The Homeplace in Bean Station

Wednesday, August 28 Leave MPCC at 10:15, return approx. 3:30pm Cost $3 for transportation; lunch on your own Enjoy home cooking after a beautiful drive around Cherokee Lake. On the return trip, there will be a stop for shopping at Yoder’s Country Market.

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Lifelong Learning Brain-A-Cise (Trivia)

ZOOM is used, making our meetings available worldwide. To prevent “echoing,” Please use “ear buds” when more than one computer is in a room. Sharing and show-and-tell are encouraged and always welcome.

For more information, contact Lon Felker at 423-408-4670 or at lonsfelker@gmail.com.

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays in August, 1-2pm This is a trivia based program.

Come exercise for the brain, unleash your potential and be empowered for a brighter tomorrow while showing off your trivia skills. Bring a friend, get a prize.

German Conversation Club Cost: Free (Ages 16+) Wednesdays in August, 1011:30am Lifelong learning of German Language, Culture, History, etc.

Attendance is NOT required to participate. DROP-IN/-OUT anytime during the meeting. Simultaneous

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research resources available. Bring a laptop. Please Pre-register.

COMING IN SEPTEMBER! CERT Emergency Preparedness

Monday, September 9th Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Join us as we talk about training community volunteers to assist in disaster response efforts, which enhancing resilience and ensuring efficient aid and support during emergencies.

Genealogy Club

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm Come! Learn! Discover the many things about who your ancestors were, their occupations, spouses, children, the states and countries they came from.

Learn how to build a true, confirmed family tree using Ancestry.com and Ancestry DNA, as well as other online free sites. Learn the online and printed

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Grief Support If you or someone you know needs grief support, we invite you to join one of our support groups. Our groups are led by a compassionate professional, Chelsa Ervin, LCSW.

Chelsa Ervin, LCSW

1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm Everlan of Johnson City 2623 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN

Where Healing Begins

of JOHNSON CITY

At Morris-Baker Funeral Home we know that everyone experiences grief in their own way, and we're here to support you in the ways that feel right for you. We offer grief support through various channels, including in-person meetings, online sessions, phone calls, and printed materials. LEARN MORE AT MORRISBAKER.COM

Drive Thru Available

Free Med Packaging Free Delivery

1301 North Roan St., Johnson City, TN

Please Pre-register.

Let’s Make a Play!

Cost: $15 (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1:00-2:30pm September 12-November 7 In this 8-week session, playwright and director Jules Corriere will lead participants in a storytelling game which brings forth stories from their own lives. The group will work to develop these stories into scenes that they will act out, culminating in the creation and performance of a one-act play. Senior Foundation Fellowship available for qualified participants.

Voted Readers Choice Best Pharmacy 4 years in a row!

423-928-2000

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Games

Hand & Foot Canasta Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Mondays in August, 1-5pm Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how.

Bingocize®

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Prizes sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am-10:45am OR 11am11:45am Would mixing bingo with physical activity increase your interest in an exercise program? Space is limited. Pre-register by calling 434-6237.

Scrabble Group

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

Come join this group who loves to test their spelling with the luck of the draw of tiles. The more the merrier. Dictionaries are provided.

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Backgammon is a classic board game that combines elements of strategy and luck. The objective is to move all your checkers into your home board and then take them off. Along, the way, players can block and hit each other’s checkers adding strategy to the game.

Rook

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

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

Mahjong

Cost: Free (18+) Fridays, 9:30-11:30am

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

Chess Club

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge

Open to all skill levels. Come join our group.

Friday, August 2nd & August 16th, 12:304:30pm

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

(Ages 50+)

Pinochle

If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge.

Join the fun!

A trick taking card game for four.

Bingo

Backgammon

Prizes sponsored by Mooney’s Pharmacy

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

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays 11am-1pm and Wednesdays 1-4pm

Join us as we offer a new game.

Cost: Free (Ages 50+)

Monday, August 19th, 1011am

Come join in on the fun of B-I-NG-O.

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Lifelong Sports Indoor Pickleball at MPCC

Senior Billiards

Courts #1, 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate Courts #2, 3 – Advanced 10am -1pm Courts #1, 2 — Beginner Court #3 — Intermediate/ Advanced Courts # 4, 5, 6 – Intermediate

Four tables available for open play.

Newly renovated.

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday and Wednesday, 7-10am

Tuesday and Thursday 7am-11:30am

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

Friday 7am – 2:30pm

Paddle Up – All Levels – All Courts

Indoor Pickleball at Keystone

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday Friday, 8am-12pm

Join in on the fun!

This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

No registration required. Open play.

Outdoor Pickleball Play Schedule Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday — Sunday 7am — 10pm

Paddle Up – All Levels – MPCC Outdoor Courts 1-12

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday through Friday, 7am-7pm Saturday 9am-4pm

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

Mixed doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active.

Senior Corn Hole

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday August 12th and Wednesday August 28th 9am-11am

Come join the fun, make new friends, and work on new skills.

Boards will be set up outside the senior gathering area.

Senior Olympics Cost: $40

Various times based upon event or events you are participating in If you are 50 and older you can participate in the First Tennessee District Senior Olympics. Events include golf, bowling, shuffleboard, pickleball, corn hole, table tennis, swimming, basketball (free throw, hot shot and 3 point), and track and field events. Registration forms available at front desk. Every participant receives a tee shirt and you can participate in multiple events. Registration required by August 23.

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Ongoing Events Calendar MONDAY

6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall) 7:00am — 8:00pm Billiards Room 7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room 7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00 Pickleball 8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 9:00 Mommy & Me Swim 9:00 Morning Water Aerobics 10:00 Classic Exercise 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 Bingocize 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:00 Bingocize 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Treasure Books/Junk Journals 1:30 Classic Exercise 2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 3:00 Line Dance with Martha 4:00-5:45 Open Swim 6:00-7:30 Lap Swim 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

TUESDAY 7:00am to 8:00 pm Billiards Room 7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room 7:00am – 11:00am Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00 Pickleball 8:45 Circuit 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:15 Aquamix (pool) 10:00 Circuit Exercise 10:00 Johnson City String Band 11:00 Scrabble 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:00 Arthritis Class (pool) 11:45 Splash (pool)

1:00 Pencil Drawing made Easy 1:00 Bring Out the Artist in You 1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool 1:00 Brain-a-Cise 1:30 Delay the Disease 2:00 Chess Club 2:00-3:30 Home School Swim(Aug-May Only) 4:00 Genealogy 5:30-6:30 Movement for Mind and Body 6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool 6:00 Evening Water Aerobics

WEDNESDAY 6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall) 7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room 7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room 7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00 Pickleball 8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 9:00 Mommy & Me Swim 9:00 Morning Water Aerobics 10:00 Classic Exercise 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 German Conversation 10:00 Bingocize 11:00 Bingocize 11:00 Qigong for Health 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Sewing Group 1:00 Dulcimer Lessons 1:30 Classic Exercise 2:00 Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session 2:00 Ballroom Dance Practice 3:00-7:30 Lovin Line Dance 4:00-5:45 Open Swim 6:00-7:30 Lap Swim 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

THURSDAY 7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room 7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room

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7:00am – 11:00am Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00 Pickleball 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:15 Aquamix (pool) 10:00 Circuit Exercise 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:00 Arthritis Class (pool) 11:45 Splash (pool) 1:00 Rook 1:30 Delay the Disease 1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice 1:30 Celtic and Old Time Fiddle 1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool 2:00-3:30 Home School Swim(Aug- May Only) 4:30 Dandy Line Dancers 6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool 6:00 Evening Water Aerobics 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

FRIDAY 6:00am-7:00am Masters Swim (Freedom Hall) 7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room 7:00am-8:00pm Fitness Room 7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00 Pickleball 8:45 Circuit Exercise 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 9:30 Mahjong 9:00 Morning Water Aerobics 10:30 Qigong 11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:30 Advanced Tai Chi 4:00-7:30 Open Swim 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)

SATURDAY 9:00 am — 4:00 pm Billiards Room 9:00am – 4:00pm Fitness Room 9:00 – 3:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool 9:15 Saturday Blast 10:30-12:45 Lap Swim 12:45-3:30 Open Swim

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Computer Classes Open Computer Lab (Ages 18+)

Not available Tuesdays and Fridays in August 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 8a-5p, Monday through Friday. Times/Availability subject to Change.

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Digital Skills

Instructor: Makayla Range Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursday, August 15th & August 29th, 3:45-4:45pm

These programs will cover basic computer skills, parts of a laptop, desktop, smart devices, security and scams. The programs will be provided by Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. Please Preregister, limited space available.

Angela Tyree LMT

Independent Practitioner TN Lic# 13888

423-880-5496

Visit the studio or schedule a home visit.

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

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

Located in the Home Trust Building by the Mall 1907 N. Roan St. Johnson City, TN • www.meritmassagecare.com Located on the 3rd Floor in EVERLAN by Dominion Open to the Public!

Hair • Skin • Nails

Just say "NO" FILLERS to Botox BOTOX and Fillers!

Say "YES" to our August Special Microcurrent Treatement with your choice of:

Celluma Light Therapy or Radio Frequency Treatment

Cathy Phillips Love Your Sk Naturay

423-612-5288

Licensed Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist

One of the only microcurrent specialists in the area.

Only $75 (a $135 Value!)

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Healthy Living

Nurses News

If you have health concerns or questions, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Free Blood Pressure checks and Fasting Blood Sugar checks are available.

Call 423-434-6235 for more details. Hours are M-TH, 9am-2 pm.

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Monday, August 12, 12-1pm Let’s help motivate each other on our journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Join us for a discussion about a different health topic each month plus wellness tips and encouragement. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Wit’s Workout ~Brain Fitness

FREE (Ages 50+) Super Salads with Homemade Cost: Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/TSU Dressings Extension Agent Cost: FREE (All Ages) Wednesday, August 7, 11am-12pm Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/TSU Extension Why settle for store-bought salad dressing when you can create simple dressings that taste great, cost less and are good for you?

Quick recipes for making your own dressings full of flavor and healthy ingredients. Enjoy a salad bar and sample some dressings following the talk. Please pre-register by calling 434-6237 or stop by the front desk.

Eat Smart: Taste the World at Home

Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursdays, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10:3011:30am Speaker: Sarah Ballance, UT/TSU Extension Are you getting bored with the same old meals? Join us for a series of classes that will feature delicious recipes from around the world, healthy cooking tips, plus money and time saving ideas. Experience a world of flavors with free samples and new recipes. Spots are limited. Pre-registration required by calling 423-434-6237.

Get Healthy Together

Cost: FREE (All Ages) Facilitators: Anna Carpenter & Emilie Bordeau, Health Educators, Washington County Health Department

Monday August 12, 1-2pm Join the fun and workout your brain in this interactive program with brain teasers and games aimed at keeping your mind sharp.

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

Alzheimer’s & Other Types of Dementia Cost: FREE (All Ages) Tuesday, August 13, 11am-12pm Speaker: Nerissa Licup-Taylor, MD, Center for Healthy Aging Get the latest information, helpful advice and signs to look for if you suspect you or someone you love may have a form of dementia. Gain a better understanding of different types of dementia, how they are diagnosed and treated plus practical tips to help keep your brain healthy. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, August 15, 12:30-1:30pm This caring group is for all PWPs (People with Parkinson’s) and those who have PWP in their lives. Topics of discussion and speakers vary each month. The group meets in the Activities room at the far left end of the building across from the pool. No preregistration required.

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Grief Journey is an eight week formatted group designed around the unique needs of adults who have lost a loved one.

Facilitator is Chris Osborne.

Meetings will be held from Tuesday, August 27th-October 8th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Tetrick Funeral Services.

Contact Laura Graham with Tetrick Funeral Services at 423-610-7171 to register.

Registration closes September 3rd 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City

tetrickfuneralservices.com

Grief Journey is a ministry offered free of charge with First Christian Church and Tetrick Funeral Services in partnership as joint sponsors.

Russell J. Fankhouser Au.D.

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Qigong

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

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

Fit & Toned

Belly Dancing

Fitness Room

Instructor: Kelly Finney Cost: $2 (Ages 18+) Mondays & Wednesdays, 8am One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Modifications are shown for exercises for all fitness levels!

Classic

Instructor: Kelly Finney Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Mondays & Wednesdays, 10am or 1:30pm Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. This class designed to help you become stronger and improve balance.

Tai Chi Advanced

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants.) (Ages 18+) Mondays & Wednesdays, 10am Fridays, 11:30am Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence based, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. This is an advanced Tai Chi class for those already experienced in Tai Chi.

Instructor Kim McLeod

Cost: $5/class (Ages 16 and older) Mondays, 1:15-2pm Do you want to feel enthused and excited about a workout? This fun beginner Belly Dancing class will do just that! Join us as we dance through a workout and have fun all at the same time!

Tai Chi Beginner

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12pm Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence based, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors.

Circuit

Instructor: Kelly Finney (Tuesday, Thursday @ 10am) Deb Fogle (Tuesday, Friday @ 8:45am) Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Tuesdays & Fridays, 8:45am Tuesday & Thursday, 10am This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant

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should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

Chair Yoga

Instructor: Tricia Korade Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Tuesday, 9-10am Thursday, 9-10am Move through seated and standing yoga postures to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. No part of this class is done on the floor. A chair is used to meet a variety of fitness levels. The class is appropriate for participants of all fitness levels, including those who have never practiced yoga before.

Yoga “Just Breathe”

Instructor: Dixie Neth Cost: $5/class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am12:30pm Join us for a breath of fresh air as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. This class requires movement to the floor and back up without assistance.

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

Step It, Move It, Shake It, Lift It

Instructor: Kelly Finney Cost: $2/class Fridays, 8:30-9:30am, Tuesdays 6:30-7:15pm This is a fun outside fitness class that involves steps and movement using interval training. Be ready to move and get in shape with cardio and strength training. Please preregister for these classes.

Ladies Self-defense Class Instructor: Dixie Neth Cost: Free Monday, September 16, 5:30pm Join Dixie in an instructional class

on how to stay safe and aware of your surroundings.

Self-awareness is something very important to have to feel confident in your surroundings and prepared for any situation. This class focuses on becoming aware and building confidence as you learn some selfdefense strategies. Taught by a professional self-defense instructor.

Warrior Wellness Workshop

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: Free Friday, August 9, 9:00am Join Kathy from Yoga & Wellness for a mini retreat to explore basic yoga poses and a discussion of new classes coming soon! Door prizes will be given out and a fun morning planned to delve into what the craze of yoga is all about.

Sit and Stretch

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: $4/class Friday, Beginning August 16, 9:00am This class will incorporate breathing practices and body movements to accomplish strength, flexibility and a feeling of empowerment.

This class will be seated and accommodate all levels of mobility.

Flex and Flow

Instructor: Kathy Richardson Cost: $4/class Wednesday, Beginning August 14, 2:30pm This class will focus on yoga poses as well as a determination to explore opportunities for mindful movement as part of a personal wellness journey.

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Skilled Nursing

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

Rehabilitation and Outpatient Therapy Services

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

Health & Wellness

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

Call Today! 423-542-5061 • 432-543-2571

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Arts

Needlework for Those in Need

If you enjoy crochet or knitting and helping others, we have a surplus of donated yarn, so we are looking for folks to make crib/child size Blankets and Afghans. See Chyrl or Ann for yarn.

Donations: currently accepting donations of OUI Yogurt jars for a craft project.

Please call 423-434-6226 for donations of yarn or material prior to dropping off. We do not always have a need, but appreciate you thinking of us.

Mystery Grab Bag Card Making

(Ages 16+) Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Tuesday, August 20 9:00-10:30am It’s time to clean out my stash of ready to assemble card making kits. The stamping and embossing have been done for you. This is a great opportunity for beginners to see what card making is all about or for the experienced card maker to increase their supply of ready to send cards. The mystery comes into play because you do not know which cards you will receive in your packet of six cards. Cards that will be in the packets include birthday, get well, thinking of you, New Year’s Day, Easter, patriotic, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Come and have some fun crafting and getting to know someone new.

Don’t delay, seats are limited to the first 18 people. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Treasure Books/Junk Journals

Instructors: Mona Bawgus & Donna Smith Cost: $2 per class (Ages 18+) Mondays, 1-3pm

Learn the technique of upcycling old books into a more unique personalized book with many uses. Come share ideas and a make a new friend. Basic supplies provided.

Musical Voices

Instructor: Bobbie Pearson Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Mondays, 1- 3pm

Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Johnson City String Band Instructor: John Martin Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 10:00am–12pm

Come learn and have fun with this welcoming group of amateur musicians. We play a variety of music including gospel, bluegrass and even Irish jigs. For more information, contact John Martin at 423-444-6289.

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

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

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

‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project and materials in for expert advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level.

Celtic and Old Time Fiddle Instructor: Rheva Myhre Luckey-Smith Cost: $13 per lesson (Ages 18+) Thursdays 1:30-2:30pm

Come explore Appalachian, Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes, techniques and history! All levels of experience welcome. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/ Intermediate Level Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 1-2pm

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

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

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

Video Series – Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 7th, 12:30-2pm

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

Sewing Group — A Community Service Project

Video Series – A History of Impressionism

We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we are making lap quilts and/ or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be available.

In this video series we will explore the fascinating Art movement known as Impressionism, which emerged in 1870s France.

Rejecting the rigid rules of the beaux-arts (“fine arts”), Impressionist artists showcased a new way to observe and depict the world in their work.

Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays, 1-3:30pm

Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 28th, 12:30-2pm

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A Tour of Renaissance Italy Instructor: Brian Maxson Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 22nd, 11am-12pm

ETSU professor Brian Maxson will present a slide show featuring a guided tour of the city of Florence, the home of Michelangelo’s David and hometown of Leonardo da Vinci! Our tour will highlight the city’s breathtaking dome, old medieval bridge, huge cathedrals, and will even skip the line to peek into the Uffizi art gallery.

Along the way we’ll catch glimpses of the lives of everyday people in the past and present city.

Ukulele for Beginners

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $13 per lesson, includes materials fee (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 8th and 22nd, 3-4pm

Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele? Roxanne will cover the basics and pretuned instruments will be available. Please preregister and pay by the Tuesday before class.

Ukulele for Experienced

Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $13 per lesson, includes materials fee (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 8th and 22nd, 4-5pm

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

Amateur Photography Club Instructor: Maureen Mulroy Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Friday, August 9th, 1-3:30pm

If you are new to the field of digital photography, interested in learning how to use all the “bells and whistles” on your camera, and learn the basic rules of photography, then this club is for you.

Photo Mounting Workshop Instructor: Maureen Mulroy Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Friday, August 23rd, 10:30am-12pm

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Everyone is to bring their own printed photos to the mounting workshop, Experienced members will need to bring their preferred foam board and spray adhesive; for newer individuals we will have a short lesson about photo mounting before you are trained to use the equipment. You DO NOT need to bring anything except the photos you wish to mount.

Paper Quilling

Instructor: Joan Scott & Martha Rafftery Cost: $4 per class (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 14th and 28th, 1:30-3:30pm

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

Instruction provided for beginner as well as experienced.

Canvas Fun

Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $4 per class (Ages 18+) Friday, August 9th, 16th, and 23rd 1-3pm

Let’s have fun with canvas, glue, paint, tissue paper, string and maybe some other items!

This is a three part class, attending all three is recommended but not required. An apron is a good idea.

Creative Card Making

Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 (Ages 18+) Tuesday, August 13th OR Thursday, August 15th, 2-4pm

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

Jewelry Making Class

Instructor: Patty Baker Cost: $12 (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 21st, 11:30am – 1:30pm

Enjoy creating your own jewelry in the company of other crafters! This month’s project is a memory bracelet made of brightly colored random shape and size beads with matching earrings. An example is on display in the Gathering area.

TN State Flag Painting

Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $15 (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 22nd, 12:30-3:30pm

You will be painting a state flag on wood and attaching a hanger. Your creation will be suitable for hanging indoors or outdoors! An apron is recommended.

Zentangle and More

Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 14th, 12:30-1:30pm

Enjoy easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun ways to create, such as creative doodling, coloring and other relaxing Art forms. Come and enjoy creating with this group!

How to Use Your Sewing Machine Instructor: Liana Thompson Cost: $15 (Ages 18+) Thursday, August 8th, 11:30am-1pm

Bring in your sewing machine (in good working order) and learn to thread it, adjust the tension, clean and oil it. The class will include making a simple project – a Bowl Cozy. You will need ½ yard of fabric – either bring your own or use from what we have here. Future classes will feature making a garment!

Jar in a Basket

Instructor: Patty Baker Cost: $12 (Ages 18+) Wednesday, August 28th, 11:30am – 1:30pm

In this class you will weave a basket over a small jar, creating a unique and attractive project with many possible uses. All materials provided.

Suitable for any skill level.

Make a Basket with Deb

Instructor: Deb Fogle Cost: $10 (Ages 18+) Tuesday, August 27th and Thursday, August 29th, 5:30-7pm

Create a melon basket. Most materials have been donated, offsetting the cost, making this a fantastic time to learn a new crafting skill.

Participants will need to attend both sessions.

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Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $4/ (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible) Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm

If you already know basic line dance steps, we have a spot waiting for you!

We’ll enjoy smile-inducing dances each week to a variety of music genres. No spouse/friend needed—just bring YOU and your desire to move to music with fellow line dancers.

(Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $6 or (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible) Mondays, 3–4:30pm (Ages 12+)

Does music make you want to move? Learn to line dance in this fun and relaxed class perfect for (1) those with NO prior line dance experience or (2) those with past line dance experience wanting to re-learn basic steps. Don’t keep waiting on that friend/spouse/perfect situation— just come give it a try!

Feel free to email Sue at pupstergal@ yahoo.com with questions about any of the above classes.

Level 3 (Ages 18+)

Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $5/ (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, Silver & Fit®, and FitOn™ (if eligible) Wednesdays 4:30-6pm

For those wanting to brush up their line dance steps or learn new line dances. You will be having so much fun, you won’t even realize that you are exercising! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com

Want to enjoy popular current and classic line dances? This IMPROVER level class (a BIG step above beginner—experience strongly recommended) focuses strictly on high beginner through easy intermediate dances. You’ll be challenged while meeting a lot of great people and having a blast!

Lovin’ Line Dance

Level 2 (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $4/ (Discount for Silver

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Line Dance with Martha

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Ballroom Dance Practice Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Thursdays, 1:30pm

Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

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

This is a volunteer group, which not only practices during this time frame; they also perform in the community. For the experienced line dancer. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com

Johnson City Grand Squares

Cost: $6 (All Ages Welcome) Fridays, August 9th and 23th, 5:307:30pm

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

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I like being in downtown and close to the parks with lots to do. I particularly like TownView because of the staff & the effort they take to make this place home. It is my home.” - Jim P.

1. Convenience! All included in rent; utilities, cable, transportation to doctor appointments and shopping trips, socials, events, bi-weekly housekeeping, 3 flavorful home-style meals a day & more!

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

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

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

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

E 6. Location! Located in Downtown Johnson City with walking distance to parks, festivals, library and dining; convenient to I-26, Senior Center, Veterans and Medical Services.

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

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Special Events Calendar – August 2024 SUNDAY

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9:00 Creative Card 12:30 Zentangle Making and More 9:00 Willow Springs 1:30 Paper Quilling Walk 10:00 Socially Nutritious #6 11:00 Alzheimer’s & Other Types of Dementia

9-11:00 Corn Hole 12:00 Get Healthy Together 1:00 Wit’s WorkoutBrain Fitness

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9:00 Outing tickets on sale for August

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9:00 Persimmon Ridge Hike 5:30 Make a Basket with Deb

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9-11:00 Corn Hole 10:15 The Homeplace outing 11:30 Jar in a Basket 12:30 Video-History of Impressionism 1:30 Paper Quilling

1:00 Canvas Fun

9:00 Rocky Fork Hike 9:30 Suba Outing 10:30 Eat Smart: Taste the World at Home #2 12:30 Parkinson’s Support Group 2:00 Creative Card Making

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1:00 Canvas Fun

8:30am Tennessee Valley Railroad Outing

3:00 Destination Unknown! outing

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Hiking Walkers & Talkers

1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided-tours Founders and Kings Commons Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, August 8th, 9am Meet at the farmer’s market pavilion to start our walk.

This will be about 2 miles.

Willow Springs

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, August 13th, 9am This will be a 2 mile walk around the park. Meet in the parking lot at Willow springs.

Hiking 101 2-5 miles, easy to moderate trails, low or short elevation gain Rocky Fork Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, August 6th, 9am Come join this Beautiful hike At Rocky Fork State Park. This will be about a 3 mile hike.

Meet in the parking lot at the trail head.

Duck Island and Overlook trail Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, August 20th, 9am

Thursday, July 25, 2024

This will be a 3 mile walk/Hike. This walk will be around the island then a walk down to the overlook trail for a short hike to the lake at Warriors Path State Park. Meet in the parking lot at the Marina.

Persimmon Ridge

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, August 27th, 9am The hike will be about 3 miles. Meet in the parking lot next to the baseball fields of the park.

Hip Hikers 4-10+ miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier elevation gain.

Rocky Fork

Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursday, August 15th, 9am This hike will be with Ranger Cody Franklin. The hike is about 6 miles round trip. A great hike to see Rocky Fork from the gorge and the cascades along the creek and up to the ridge. Meet in the main Parking lot at Rocky Fork. Please bring a snack and plenty of water.

No transportation will be provided by the center.

Remember to stay hydrated – Bring plenty of water!

Please register in advance at 434-6237.

Rec programs Tri Cities Dance Club

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Instructor: Tamarro Taylor Cost: Free (All Ages) Fridays, 1-3p Enjoy International Folk Dance in a relaxed social group. All levels welcome and encouraged. No experience or partner required!

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THANK YOU! The “Community Sewing Group” provided 38 baby blankets/afghans; 145 lap quilts; 344 pet beds; 60 toiletry bags; 42 teddy bears in the past fiscal year to area agencies within the community.

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