Senior Lifestyles Newsletter - December 2021

Senior Lifestyles VOLUME XCII NO. 92

DECEMBER 2021

Center News

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JCSC Center News

Memorial Park Community Center is now open on Saturdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm.

Everyone will enter at the Aquatics/Recreation entrance.

Foundation News

The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation would like to thank all the participants in their 2021 “Paddles Up” Pickleball Tournament. It was a very successful tournament with 70 players participating. A big thank you goes out to the Pickleball Committee and the Foundation Board members who helped with this event.

Thank you to all who have made donations to the Foundation’s Fall appeal.

Your donations help in multiple ways to the seniors in our community. The next big project is their Spring Forward for Seniors which provides food and household goods to low income seniors.

December 2021

Attention

All members who have Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™ or Silver & Fit® through your insurance. Have you updated your paperwork yet? We need new forms for folks that are eligible for these programs. Please see front desk if you have not taken care of this during January 2020. We are now offering all three programs. So our records are accurate, everyone will be required to renew your certification through our center for these programs. Please see front desk for more information. There are brochures explaining the eligible classes for each of these programs at the front desk.

Alert: Many of our members have fragrance sensitivity. Perfumes, aftershaves and other scented beauty products may cause allergic reactions. To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain from using scented products. Thank You!

Congregate Meal Change in Congregate Meal Drive-Thru Service: The Johnson City Senior Center is open. There is plenty of activities happening within the center. Congregate meals are being served as a drive thru service only. Most participants in the program expressed the preference of driving through verses dining in the dining room.

No meals will be allowed to be brought into the center. Your meal will be served hot. Reordering process and pick up procedures will remain the same. Your meal order for the following week will be taken on Tuesday and Wednesday.

If you ordered a meal, the pick-up times are from 11:30a-12:00p each day Monday through Friday. Please contact us if you are unable to pick up your reserved meal (423-434-6226 or 423-434-5723)

FTHRA Nutrition Program

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Tuesday

Menu for December Wednesday

Chili Mac Casserole Brussel Sprouts Sliced Peaches Dinner Roll

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Chicken & Rice Soup Baked Apples w/ Peas & Carrots Crackers Corn

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Meatball Sub w/ mozzarella Au Gratin Potatoes

Dinner Roll

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Hamburger Potato Wedges Corn Bun

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Texas Toast Pizza Casserole Cauliflower Peaches Graham Crackers Oven Fried Chicken Spinach Breast Dinner Roll Scalloped Potatoes

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Lemon Pepper Fish w/ Rice Okra & Tomatoes Apple Sauce

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Egg Patty Grist Sausage Orange

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Country Style Steak/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes Mixed Vegatables

13 Salisbury Steak

Dinner Roll

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Spaghetti & Meatsauce Italian Mix

Vegetables Apple Crisp Texas Toast

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Soup Beans Oven Browned Potatoes Turnip Greens

Cornbread

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20 BBQ Chicken

Graham Crackers Dinner Roll

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Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Peas

Dinner Roll

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Baked Ham Sweet Potatoes Green Beans Macaroni Salad

Creamsickle Salad Dinner Roll

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27 Chili Dog

Bun

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Chicken Pot Pie Brussel Sprouts Applesauce Biscuit

Bun

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Mashed Potatoes Brussel Sprouts Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Potato Wedges Baked Beans

Friday

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Broccoli Dinner Roll

Breaded Chicken Tenders Macaroni & Cheese

Thursday

29 Sloppy Joe

Potato Wedges Peach Crisp

No Meals Christmas Holiday Italian Chicken Pears Pasta w/ marinara sauce Dinner Roll Italian Mixed Vegetables

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Green Beans Bun Dinner Roll

Biscuit/Gravy

No Meals Christmas Holiday

31 Cajun Fish w/ brown rice Blackeyed Peas

Collard Greens Cornbread

One 2% milk is included with each meal. All servings are 1/2 cup. All entrees are 3 oz. servings or one portion. **Menu may change due to weather and availability.

Congregate Meals will be served from 12:00-12:15 for those who have registered. At 12:15 continuing until 12:25 if there is food available, it will be served to those who did not register but have shown up to eat lunch. Please register in advance to ensure your meal!

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Page 4 Creative Card Making (Ages 16+) Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Wednesday, December 8 9-10:30a OR Thursday, December 9 2-3:30p Winter is here! Join us as we create homemade greeting cards to share with friends and family. We will be making a variety of cards including Christmas and birthday.

You will be making 6 cards and will be competing the stamping and embossing yourself.

Don’t delay, seats are limited in number. Two classes offered. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Amateur Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free 2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30p If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!

Next Step Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free Third Tuesday of each month at 6p-8p 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.

Video Series – How to Look at and Understand Great Art (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2p In these lectures we will be introduced to the components of art – color, line, perspective, and composition as well as point of view, motion, light and texture. We will learn how the artist uses symbolism and communicates a message to the viewer. Many different media will be included and many great works of art featured. The course covers great art from the 13th century to the present.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy (Ages 18+) Instructor- Ann Whitson Cost: Free Tuesdays 1-2:30p Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Bring your materials and projects and take advantage of any instruction needed in technique or skill. Materials will be available for anyone who needs them.

Bring Out the Artist in You (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $5 per class Tuesdays 1–3p Are you looking for a place to hone your painting skills.

Look no further. ‘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. Feel free to come by and visit during class to see what it is all about and if you would like to sign up. We encourage all former Art students to join us.

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations (Ages 18+)

Arts & Crafts Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Second Tuesday December 14 3-5p No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. Learn fundamental skills including how to add shadows, depth and dimension.

This is a make and take class. All supplies will be furnished.

Sewing Group - A Community Service Project (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free Wednesdays 1-3:30p 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 quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be made available. Items made will be donated to the community.

Paper Quilling (Ages 18+) Instructor: Pam Lacy Cost: $4 Wednesday December 8 1:30-3p Quilling is an ancient Art form which is still very popular today. It is a fun and relaxing way to create! Pam will guide you in the use of the tools and colored strips, teaching the basics of the craft. December’s class will be the creation of a small wreath which can be used in your Christmas décor or as part of a greeting card. Suitable for any skill level.

There is an example of the project on the bulletin board outside the Craft room.

December 2021 Cost: $8 Thursday December 9 12:30-3:30p If you would like to make something unique and beautiful this is the perfect opportunity. You will decorate the glass with alcohol ink and then insert a string of “Fairy Lights” inside for a truly beautiful effect. All materials furnished.

An apron is recommended.

Painting Ornaments (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $4 for the series Monday, Friday, Wednesday December 6, 10, 15 12:30-2p As we approach the holiday season let’s have some relaxing fun with painting. In this class we will be painting pre-made ceramic ornaments. All supplies will be furnished! An apron is recommended.

Mitten Tree Project Each December we host girls from Girls Inc. for a Christmas gathering where they receive a gift of hats, scarves and mittens. We are collecting these items from our members for this event and would like to invite you to knit or crochet for this worthwhile project. There is yarn and other supplies here at the center if you need them.

Contact Chyrl or Ann for supplies or information. Any donations for this project are greatly appreciated!

Heart Strings (Ages 50+) 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.

Mosaic Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Melissa Wiley Cost: $45 Wednesday December 8 9a-12p Come and explore the creativity of Mosaics. We will be making a 5x5 plaque entitled “Free Style Kaleidoscope” using stained glass, beads and mirror. Cost includes all materials, instruction and use of tools. Please dress appropriately (covered shoes and long pants). Pieces will be grouted for you and available for pickup within a week.

Mountain Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/Intermediate Level (Ages 18+) Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $20 for four lessons Wednesday December 8, 15, 22, 29 2-3p 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. There will also be practice time from 3-4p at no additional charge.

Collaging With Handmade Paper (Ages 18+) Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $6 Monday December 13 1-3:30p Creating with handmade paper is as much fun as making the paper! We will use bits and pieces of previously made paper and some other objects to put together a composition on canvas, which can be displayed or given as a gift. An example will be provided or you can use your imagination!

Learn to Play the Ukulele (Ages 18+) Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel One class in December Cost: $12, includes materials fee Thursday December 9 3-4pm Have you thought about learning to play the Ukulele?

Here is your opportunity!

Roxanne will cover the basics and pre-tuned instruments will be available.

Come and join in for something new and different!

Christmas Surprise Craft (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $8 Friday December 10 12:30-3:30p Join Sherry in creating something unique and special for the holiday season. It looks like a beautifully decorated holiday box but when opened it falls into a flat surface to display your handmade ornament inside! All materials furnished.

Senior Chorale Cost: Free Thursdays 10a – 12p (through 12/16) 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.

Glass Block Fairy Light (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel

December 2021

Groups & Meetings/Travel

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Groups & Meetings

Travel Corner

Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies - Grandparent and Relatives Raising Relative Children 2nd Monday of each month (December 13) 10a Cost: Free Are you raising a grandchild or other relative? Need support, information or resources? Join us to share your experience, receive useful information, learn caregiving/child rearing tips, and gain emotional support during our Coffee & Conversation for GRANDfamilies. Coffee & Light Refreshments will be provided.

You are invited to a special Christmas celebration on Thursday, December 9. The Johnson City Senior Chorale will host a special Christmas concert at 1:00 pm, featuring hand bells and beautiful choral music. JCSC Seniors on the Go will not meet at 3:00 pm so that you can enjoy the sounds of the Christmas season at this special concert.

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study Mondays at 2p (Ages 50+) Join us for this open discussion Bible study. Share what you have learned throughout the years.

• The tallest Christmas tree ever displayed was in Seattle, Washington. It was 221 ft. tall (approximately the height of a 20-story building). For comparison, the Seattle Space Needle is 605 ft. tall.

Thursdays at 8a (Ages 50+) Men’s Bible Study.

Wednesday Bible Study Last Wednesday of each month at 10a, will meet on December 29.

(Ages 50+)

We will begin accepting deposits for the 2022 motor coach trips at the Let’s Go Travel Show on January 13.

We found some fun Christmas trivia as you prepare to celebrate the holidays with your family and friends:

• It is a tradition in Japan to eat KFC for Christmas. Orders must be placed two months in advance.

• Jingle Bells was originally a song about Thanksgiving in 1857. It was also the first song ever played in space by astronauts Walter Schirra Jr. and Thomas P. Stafford, aboard Gemini VI on December 16, 1965.

• The top six Christmas tree producing states are Oregon, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Washington and Wisconsin.

And from all your friends with the JCSC Travel Team, our As the Page Turns (Book Club) Christmas wish to you: (Ages 50+) Free Books Provided We Wish You Happy Travels!

1st Thursday of month 10a.

If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new We wish you Happy Travels people, come join us. You are not required to join in the We wish you Happy Travels discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. We We wish you Happy Travels will be discussing The School of Essential Ingredients and And new friends on the way! you will receive a copy of The White Tiger

Book Selections: We will be discussing The School of Essential Ingredients

by Erica Bauermeister December: The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga

Fun journeys we bring To you and your kin.

New friends and adventures In the coming New Year!

Special Events

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Special Events “Try Us Out” (Ages 50+) Thursday December 2 9-10a 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.

“My Favorite Christmas” Christmas Concert (All Ages Welcome) Thursday December 9 1p Cost: Free The Johnson City Senior Chorale will present “My Favorite Christmas” in song and story. Come and relive your favorite Christmas and songs you loved as a child and still love to sing!

This concert will be under the direction of Cherry Smith with Gail Morris accompanying on the piano. Special guests will be the JPC Ringers, an area hand bell choir, and Martha E Painter, a local harpist. Get in the spirit of Christmas as we sing and play our favorite songs! Hope to see you there! As a bonus, the performers will be adorning outfits of yesterday and the audience is invited to join along.

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Volunteers/Games/Dance Games

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December 2021

Hand & Foot Canasta (Ages 50+) Mondays, 1p-5p Cost: FREE Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Ready, Set, Serve...Volunteer!

On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Volunteer Meeting: Monday, December 6, 10a Learn of upcoming volunteer opportunities Join us for our Christmas get together with fun activities!

Please RSVP to 434-6226 so that we have enough fun for all!

Chess Club (18+) Tuesdays, 2p-5p Cost: FREE Open to all skill levels. Come join our group. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Pinochle (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1p-5p Cost: FREE A trick taking card game for four. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Rook (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1p-5p 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! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge (Ages 50+) Fridays 12:30p Group will not meet on December 3 If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge. Join the fun! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Dance Line Dance with Martha (Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) (Ages12+) Mondays 3:00p – 4:30 p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $6 or (Discount for SilverSneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible) For those wanting to brush up their line dance steps or learn new line dances. You will be having so much fun, you won’t even realize that you are exercising! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Dandy Line Dancers (Ages 12+) (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays, 5:30-7p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: FREE For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com 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.

Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1:30p Cost: Free Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

Johnson City Grand Squares (All Ages Welcome) Second and Fourth Fridays 5:30-7:30pm Cost: $6 New members welcome.

Senior Lifestyles

December 2021

MONDAY

TUESDAY

12:30 Video - How to Look at Great Art 4:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 4)

6 10:00 Volunteer Christmas 12:30 Painting Ornaments

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9:00 Walk Downtown Jonesborough 10:00 Instant Pot Cooking 10:30 Animal Myths Debunked Part 2 5:45 Speedway in Lights Outing

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9:00 “Try Us Out”

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12:30 Glass Block Fairy Light

12:30 Painting Ornaments

1:00 Advances in Joint Replacement Surgery

12:30 Christmas Surprise Craft

2:00 Creative Card Making

1:00 Amateur Photography Club

3:00 Ukulele

10:00 Coffee & Conversations for Grandfamilies

3:00 Canvas Creations

12:30 Painting Ornaments 2:00 Dulcimer 4:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 6) 5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 6)

9:00 Walk in Founders Park

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6:00 Next Step Photography

2:00 Dulcimer

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Center Closed in Observance of Christmas

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6:00 Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland Outing

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5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 4) 9:00 Creative Card Making 1:30 Paper Quilling 2:00 Dulcimer 4:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 5) 5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 5)

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Center Closed in Observance of Christmas

2:00 Dulcimer

SATURDAY

2:00 Grief During the Holidays

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1:00 Prostate Cancer Update

FRIDAY

10:00 As the Page Turns

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1:00 Collaging with Handmade Paper

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December 2021

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Fitness Fit & Toned (Ages 18+) Monday and Wednesday, 8a Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Classic (Ages 50+) Monday, Wednesday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Classic (Ages 50+) Monday, 1:30p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Classic (Ages 50+) Tuesday, 8:45a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Advanced (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants).

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

Fitness

mups, 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.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Beginner (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12p Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants).

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, 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.

Circuit (Ages 50+) Tuesday and Thursday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg 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.

Circuit (Ages 50+) Friday, 8:45a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® 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.

Chair Yoga (Ages 50+) Thursday, 1p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.

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Chair Yoga (Ages 50+) Tuesday, 8:30a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.

Lo-Impact (Ages 50+) Friday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance. This is a lo-impact (one foot remains on the floor at all time, no jumping) floor aerobic based class participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

Yoga “Just Breathe” Tuesday & Thursday 11a-12:30p (Ages 18+) Cost: $5/class Instructor: Dixie Neth 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. Focus is on precise alignment of spine, breath work, and emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity as we stretch and strengthen our mind and bodies.

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

Group Exercise Guidelines Preregistration recommended for the above classes.

Class size limited to 15 participants.

Fitness Room Monday through Friday 7a – 7p No preregistration required to use fitness room Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

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Aquatics Lap Pool Schedule: Lap Swim (Teens, Adults and Seniors) Monday through Friday 7:00-8:45a and 11:00a- 4:00p Wednesday and Friday 6:00p-7:30p Saturday 10:30a-12:30a Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Need time to swim? We offer several different time options. Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging or just doing your own thing we have a time to fit your needs.

Open Swim Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4-5:45p Saturday 12:45p-3:30p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Recreation swim is perfect for bringing the kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult, 16 years or older at all times. Also, any child who requires flotation devices of any kind must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times.

Teaching Pool Schedule: Mommy and Me : Monday-Friday 12-1p Cost: $1 (Ages 4 and under) Enjoy Mommy and Me swim time with your children! All guardians have to be in the pool with their child.

Home School Swim Tuesday/Thursday 2-4p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Enjoy fun swim time in the pool! Parents are welcome to join. 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult 16 years or older.

Aquatics Therapy Pool Schedule: Adult Only Open Therapy (Adults & Seniors) Monday/Wednesday/Friday 7a-7:30p Tuesday/Thursday 7-11a; 1-4p; 6-7:30p Saturday 9a-3:30p Cost: $2 per visit or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® 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.

Water Aerobics Schedule: Morning Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-10a Cost: $4 per visit or $40 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry Start your day with a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

Cardio Waves (Lap Pool) Monday 6p-7p Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McLeod This is a high-intensity water aerobics program is geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided.

Evening Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Tuesday/Thursday 6-7p Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Get in shape, this shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

Aquamix Days: Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-10:15a Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McLeod Looking for a challenging workout? Get in over your head with us for some intense

December 2021 water aerobics. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. All equipment is provided.

Arthritis Days: Tuesday/Thursday 11:00-11:40a Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry Have a form of arthritis? This is an activity that can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. This class helps get you moving with a low impact exercise. It is held in our therapy pool which is equipped with a handicap lift.

Splash Tuesday/Thursday 11:45-12:45a Cost: $3 per visit Instructor: Heidi Perry A fun program geared towards senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical well-being.

All pools are closed on Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6p for cleaning and maintenance

Private Swim Lessons Days and Times: Will be scheduled with instructor Cost: 5-30 Minute Lessons $100 5-45 Minute Lessons $150 5- 1 Hour Lessons $175 Instructor: Heidi Perry

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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

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Healthy Living Ask Our Nurse If you have health concerns or questions, our nurse, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Her hours are Monday – Thursday, 9am-2 pm.

Stop by the nurse’s station across from the Dining Room or call 423-434-6235 for an appointment.

Free Blood Pressure Checks Monday – Thursdays, 9a-2p Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood pressure check. No appointment required.

Grief During the Holidays (18+) Thursday, December 2, 2:00-3:00pm Cost: FREE Speaker: Dr. Jason Troyer, PhD Are you struggling with grief this holiday season? Do you wonder if your grief is normal?

Dr. Jason Troyer, a grief expert and former college professor, will discuss how to heal after loss, creative ways to always remember your loved one, and strategies for rebuilding your life. Bring a friend and your questions and take home some free resources. Sponsored by Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Please pre-register by calling 423-4346237.

Instant Pot Cooking (18+) Tuesday, December 7, 10:00-11:00am Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro,

Senior Lifestyles MS, UT Extension Come find out why many people have fallen in love with their Instant pots. Could it be your answer to healthy, fast, delicious food? Get tips for using these multi cookers, the different features to look for when purchasing and a step by step guide for cooking. Yummy recipes and meal ideas will be provided, plus samples.

Advances in Joint Replacement Surgery (18+) Thursday, December 9, 1:00-2:00pm Cost: FREE Speaker: Misty Jenkins, RN, MSN, ONC, Director of Orthopedics, JCMC Learn the latest information about hip, knee, shoulder and ankle replacement. Find out what to expect before and after surgery plus practical information to assist in your recovery.

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

Prostate Cancer Update (18+) Monday, December 13, 1:00-2:00pm Cost: FREE Speaker: Paul C Lange, MD Gain a better understanding of prostate cancer from PSA test to treatments and active surveillance. Prostate cancer can impact all men and it is important to know what symptoms to watch for, who should be screened and what your options are if you are diagnosed.

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

December 2021

More than the Winter Blues

SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder What is SAD?

A type of depression that’s related to changes in the season.

Symptoms of SAD include: • • • • • • • • •

Feeling depressed most of the day, nearly every day Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed Having low energy Having problems with sleeping – either too much or too little.

Experiencing changes in your appetite or weight, especially high carb cravings.

Feeling anxious or agitated Having difficulty concentrating Feeling hopeless or worthless Thoughts of death or suicide

References: Mayo Clinic - www.mayoclinic.org National Institute of Mental Health - www.nimh.nih.gov

Get More Light

Keep drapes open Sit near a window Leave lights on during cloudy days Get outside especially in morning Try light therapy

Move More

Put on some music and move Take several short walks a day Try yoga, tai chi or stretching

Do Something You Love

Return to an old hobby or try something new that you might enjoy

Eat Healthy

Add more fruits, veggies, nuts, fish and lean proteins in your diet.

Seek Help

Let someone know how you feel Consider Counseling Ask Your Healthcare provider if medication might be helpful Call the Respond helpline – any day, any time – at 1-800-366-1132.

December 2021

Community Center Recreation Programs

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ADAPTIVE PE

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 BERT ST. Wednesdays (Through December 2021) 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Free Ages: 18+ The program is designed specifically for individuals with special needs.

Come ready to learn the basics of a variety of sports. Caregivers are welcome. No personal care will be provided. Please register in person the day of the activity.

For more information, call 423-434-5749

Lifestyle Sports

OPEN VOLLEYBALL Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St. Wednesdays Through December, 2021 6 - 8 p.m.

Free Open to ages 14+

For more information, call: 423-434-5749

Pickleball (Ages 18+) Gym 1 – Mon, Wed, and Fri 9:00a-12:00p Gym 2 – Mon through Fri 9:00a-12:00p Outdoor courts are available Cost: FREE Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

No registration required, no time limit or number of players Senior Billiards (Ages 18+) Monday through Friday 7:00a-7:00p Cost: FREE No registration required, No time limit or number of players No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers

Doubles Table Tennis (Ages 50+) Each Mon, Wed, and Fri 9:00a-11:00a Cost: FREE Senior men and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active. No food allowed only closed beverage containers Senior Basketball (Ages 50+) Gym 1 – Tues and Thurs 10a -12p Cost: Free Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds.

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“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”

Saturday December 17, 7:30

Seeger Chapel, Milligan University With special guests Tri-Cities Jazz Orchestra

For tickets, visit www.jcsymphony.com Masks are required.

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November 2021

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Next Steps Call your AAA Life agent today for additional information or to apply for this valuable protection.

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Coverage available for ages 60-85. Products and features may not be available in all states. This is an outline of policy provisions and does not contain all of the benefits and exclusions. For complete terms of the insurance coverage, please refer to the policy. Life insurance underwritten by AAA Life Insurance Company, Livonia, MI. AAA Life (CA Certificate of Authority #07861) is licensed in all states except NY. Automobile Club of Southern California CA License #0003259. CSAA Life Insurance Agency of California, Inc. CA License #0D12130. Insurance products in Northern California offered through AAA Northern California Insurance Agency, License #0175868, in Nevada by AAA Nevada and in Utah by AAA Utah. Your local AAA club and/or its affiliates act as agents for AAA Life. Guaranteed Issue Graded Benefit Whole Life Policy Form Series: ICC16-6301 & GWL6301 (In OR: ICC16-6301) ALAN-25281-721-XX

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Community Center Senior Events

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DAY

A Night Under the Stars Daddy Daughter Dance

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 BERT STREET

February 5, 2022 6 - 8 p.m.

Tickets go on Sale January 3!

Tickets: $10/person

December 3, 2021 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free!

Open to all ages

(a $5 late fee applies after Jan. 28).

Available online at www.myjcparks.org or in person at MPCC.

Please wear your fanciest attire!

Join us for National Cookie Day! Visit the cookie station and decorate a cookie!

For more information, call: 423-434-6249

A Red Carpet Event Memorial Park Community Center - 510 Bert Street For more information, call: 423-434-5749

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INVITED E R ' U YO

PADDLES UP PI CKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER

N OF I A T N U FO CHRISTMAS LIFE PARTY

MPCC is partnering with Fountain of Life Church to bring Santa and goodies for all!

December 11, 2021 1 - 3 p.m.

Free Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 423-434-5749

OCT. 29 30, 2021 Thanks to our Sponsors!

Pickleball Central

Hennessee Tax & Bookkeeping Market St., Johnson City

Edward Jones, Financial Advisor Jonathan Street

December 2021

FLASH SALE 1 DAY ONLY!

Ongoing Events/Outings

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December 2021

Ongoing Events MONDAY

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

TUESDAY

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

8:00 Fit and Toned 8:30 Chair Yoga 9:00 Pickleball 8:45 Classic 9:00 Blood Pressure 9:00 Pickleball Checks 9:00 Blood Pressure 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis Checks 10:00 Classic 10:00 Senior Basketball 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 Circuit 11:00 Qigong for Health 10:00 Heart Strings Jam 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Session Arthritis and Fall 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” Prevention 1:00 Bring Out the Artist in 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta You 1:30 Classic 1:00 Pencil Drawing 2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 1:00 Brain-a-Cise 3:00 Line Dance with 1:30 Delay the Disease Martha 2:00 Chess Club

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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

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

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

8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Classic 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 Bible Study(Last Wednesday of the Month) 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Sewing Group

8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Circuit 10:00 German Club 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” 1:00 Rook 1:30 Delay the Disease 1:00 Chair Yoga 1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers

8:30 Chair Yoga 8:45 Circuit 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Lo-Impact 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge

Outings Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland (Ages 50+) Thursday, December 2 Load time 5:45 p, Leave MPCC at 6:00p, return approx. 8:00p Cost: $5 Enjoy a small group outing to a Christmas Wonderland at the Appalachian Fairgrounds, where you’ll see hundreds of thousands of lights synchronized to perform with music. Limited seating, no refunds.

In event of a full waiting list, a second trip will be scheduled on Thursday, December 9

Speedway in Lights (Ages 50+) Tuesday, December 7 Load time 5:30p, Leave MPCC at 5:45p, return approx. 8:30p Cost: $5 Enjoy the 25th season of Speedway in Lights with more lights and a route that offers visitors the chance to take a lap around “The World’s Fastest Half-Mile.” Limited seating, no refunds.

In event of a full waiting list, a second trip will be scheduled on December 13.

Paddles Up Pickleball Tournament

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December 2021

Day 1 Beginner-Intermediate Platinum 1st Place - Joseph Bearly 2nd Place - Jack Wenker Gold 1st Place - Anna Shunk 2nd Place - Jan Goodsell Silver 1st Place - Alan Wilder 2nd Place - Tere Wright Bronze 1st Place - Dorie Schwab 2nd Place - Linda Coffey

Joseph Bearly Jack Wenker

Jan Goodsell Anna Shunk

Tere Wright Alan Wilder

Steve Street Brett Dalrymple

Joe Belson James Bowman

Clayton Berry Barbara McVeigh

Keith Perkins Tyler Clinch

Lester Wilson Jan Goodsell

Carol & Brad Huie

Andy Spillett Sharon Browder

Jessica & Brett Compton

Day 1 Advanced Platinum 1st Place - Steve Street 2nd Place - Brett Dalrymple Gold 1st Place - Joe Belson 2nd Place - James Bowman

Day 2 Mixed Doubles Beginner-Intermediate 1st Place - Clayton Berry, Barbara McVeigh 2nd Place - Keith Perkins, Tyler Clinch 3rd Place - Lester Wilson, Jan Goodsell

Day 2 Mixed Doubles Advanced 1st Place - Carol Huie, Brad Huie 2nd Place - Sharon Browder, Andy Spillett 3rd Place - Jessica Compton, Brett Compton

Dorie Schwab Linda Coffey

Hiking & Walking/Lifelong Learning

December 2021

Hiking 101*

(2-4 miles, easy to moderate trails, low to short elevation gain)

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Walkers & Talkers* (1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided)

Downtown Jonesborough (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesday, December 7, 9a We will walk around to see the Christmas Decorations. Dress warm it’s going to be cold.

Founders Park (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Thursday, December 16, 9a We will walk around Founders Park and enjoy the Christmas trees and get a little exercise.

You can either meet at the community center or at Founders Park.

This picture was of our hike to Bays Mountain, Lake Loop

Hip Hikers*

(3-10 miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier, longer elevation gain) This is from our walk to Kings Common

Lifelong Learning This is Buffalo Mountain at Tip Top

Animal Myths Debunked, Part Two Tuesday, December 7 10:30-11:45a Instructor: Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator/Nature Cost: Free Some animals do some pretty odd things. In an attempt to explain, many myths were created and have lasted to present day. Learn the truth about wolves howling at the moon, beavers carrying mud around on their tails, blind bats and more. Let’s separate some good yarns from the truth. Please Pre-register.

Brain-a-Cise (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 1p-2p New Time!

Cost: Free Bring your thinking caps and trivia knowledge and compete against other teams of adults in fun and challenging rounds of trivia. Come exercise your mind while making new friends!

Sunset Point on Buffalo Mountain

On the trail to Margarette Falls

Johnson City German Club (Ages 18+) Thursdays, 10a-11:30a Cost: Free Lifelong Learning of German Language, Culture, History. Membership is FREE. Attendance is NOT required. Simultaneous ZOOM is used. SHARING and “Show-and-Tell” are encouraged and always welcome. Weekly BLOG reports are posted at https://herrpollock.livejournal.com. For more information, contact Mark Pollock, EMAIL markpollock1944@icloud.com.

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