The long anticipated annual Lifelong Learning Extravaganza (L3X) classes start today, September 8, and run all month ending with a fantastic Closing Lunch on Friday, September 25 with Dr. Jeremiah Murphy’s presentation “Einstein’s Theory of Relativity.  If you haven’t already, click here to see the extraordinary line-up of classes for the month of September!

Don’t miss out on visiting the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab (Class number 003)! Learn about sea animals of North Florida - from glowing sea pansies, spotted crabs, brightly colored sponges to carnivorous sea snails, explore the hidden underwater world virtually! Wednesday, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Did the “inner explorer” in you ever wonder what it’s like to be an archaeologist? Don’t miss your opportunity to Ask an Archaeologist (Class number 004). Archaeologists from the Florida Public Archaeology Network will let you look into the real, sometimes humorous, world of archaeology. Wednesday, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Fall is right around the corner so what better time than now to learn 3 new fall salad recipes! Join Chef Jessica Bright McMullen from KitchenAble and create three delectable Fall Salads (Class number 006). This class includes a tasting box with a sample portion of all 3 salads and a cookie! Thursday, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.

Local author Doug Alderson will discuss his latest book “America’s Alligator: A Popular History of our Most Celebrated Reptile” which the colorful and sometimes conflicted relationship our species has had with the American alligator. Thursday, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. photo featured above

These are just 4 of the 9 fabulous offerings this week and 4 of the 31 fabulous offerings this month.

Go to www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/L3X  to view the program and to register.

For additional information about L3X, please email: Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com or call 850-891-4033.

Sponsors: Canterfield of Tallahassee * Capital Home Health * Jennifer Rupert, Wealth Management Advisor, Merrill Lynch * McDonnell Hearing Solutions Medical Marijuana Treatment Clinics of Florida * Right at Home

The Grove at Canopy * Covenant Care * Truelieve * YourLife Senior Living

All Care Senior Consulting * Faith Funeral Homes * OLLI

Now more than ever, your support is very important to make classes possible and we encourage your donations for virtual and on demand classes. To donate, click here - to become a member, click here - or checks can be mailed (TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL, 32303).

We miss you and want to stay connected! Join us on the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. for 10 – 20 minutes for “Senior Center Coffee Chat.” Remember the days when you were at the Senior Center and could just drop in and visit with a staff member? We loved it as much as you did and we hope this will be the “next best thing!” We will meet via Zoom so we can be face to face and interactive. We have some things lined up for you already. We would also like you to let us know what you would like to chat with staff about. To share your ideas, please email Hella.Spellman@Talgov.com. To join in, all you have to do is register on-line by clicking here by 4:00 p.m. the Monday before. So, grab your morning coffee and join us when you can. We all look forward to “seeing” you all and staying connected.

Topic: “Lifelong Learning - L3X and more”

Chat with Hella Spellman, Program Supervisor and Maureen Haberfeld, Lifelong Learning Coordinator. Learn about all of the upcoming Lifelong Learning classes and wrap up the final week of L3X.

Register: Go to www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/events-listing by Monday, September 21, 4:00 p.m.  The Zoom link will be emailed to you Monday evening. Remember to check your spam folder if you don’t see it in your in box.

Don't let your inexperience with technology prevent you from participating in the many virtual opportunities we are offering! We have volunteers ready to provide one-on-one assistance with Zoom and other technologies!

Grandparent’s Day is a celebration of grandparents everywhere. And of all types of grandparents – including grandparents who are raising their grandchildren (if you can imagine doing that again!) These grandparents are special people indeed to take on the role of “parent” again in order to keep their families together. It’s challenging and hard work but also joyful and fulfilling – these grandparents wouldn’t have it any other way! If you are raising your grandchildren, or know anyone who is, then the Senior Center has a great program for you! GaP or Grandparents as Parents is a fun and supportive group of grandparents who socialize and learn together how to better navigate this new lifestyle. GaP is still meeting monthly during these COVID times with Zoom presentations, support groups and drive-thru events. For more information click here or contact the GaP Coordinator, Karen Boebinger at 891-4027 or Karen.Boebinger@talgov.com.

September is Falls Prevention Month and we have Ageless Grace with Marghi!

If you are new to Ageless Grace, it is a cutting-edge brain fitness program; the classes engage your body, memory, and creativity, and additionally, are interactive, habit-forming, and super-fun! The $15 class donation is for all five classes. You will be emailed a link to join the class the day before. To register, click here!

(1) WCOT (Channel 13 on cable or Talgov.com/WCOT) on TV - M/W/F/& SAT @ 9 a.m.

(2) On-demand on the Tallahassee Senior Foundation website! Mirror on-demand classes on your TV - click here for a resource page "how to."

(3) Posted on our Facebook page at 11 a.m. (and this link stays on our page, so you can find it and click on it any time of the day).

Fitness classes are provided by the City of Tallahassee Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs, the Tallahassee Senior Center and Foundation, and Senior Services supporters like you!!

For more information or questions on fitness, health and wellness programs offered by the TSCF, contact Health & Wellness Coordinator Ruth Nickens, RN, at Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com.

McDonnell Hearing Solutions, LLC

To donate, click here - to become a member, click here - or checks can be mailed to: TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL, 32303

Draw With Your Eyes, Paint With Your Heart, Mark Fletcher - Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. Pen & Ink with a little watercolor. $10 per class. Art Cards available ($70 for 8 classes) To register - click here.

Hands-On Art History with Mark Fletcher - Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Create your own art applying and combining the methods of various artists like Van Gogh, Monet, Durer and others. $10 per class. Art Cards available ($70 for 8 classes) To register - click here.

Advanced Painting Critique with Debbie Gaedtke - Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Begins September 9 (ongoing). Discussion or evaluation of the painting you are currently working on. $10 per class. To register - click here.

Acrylic Painting for Beginners with Debbie Gaedtke - Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. September 9th - 30th, 4 week workshop via Zoom. Experiment with different paintbrushes, mixing colors and beginner painting techniques as you draw and paint along with art instructor Debbie Gaedtke. Perfect for the absolute beginner! $40 for series. To register - click here.

Beginner Basics of Art with Mark Fletcher, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. September 15 - November 3, 8-week workshop via Zoom. Learn the fundamentals of art! This is a wonderful workshop for the absolute beginner who wants to learn about the building blocks of an artwork. You will learn and apply the art elements, principles and techniques. $80 for series. To register - click here.

Life Stories / Mixed Media with Mariann Kearsley - Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. 8-week series September 15 - November 3. This class calls you to artistically tell your life story. $80 for series. To register - click here.

Life Stories / Mixed Media with Mariann Kearsley - Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. 8-week series September 17 - November 5. This class calls you to artistically tell your life story. $80 for series. To register - click here.

For questions or more information - email Jennifer Haskins, Art Program Coordinator. To join the Tallahassee Senior Center for the Arts Facebook Page - click here.

Thank you to our Art Program Sponsor: Tapestry Senior Living

We miss gathering with TSC artists and friends and viewing the amazing artwork at our receptions. While we are unable to gather, we still are able to view amazing art! Click here to view the Art Potpourri exhibit! People's Choice Winners listed below - Art Potpourri

Here's a challenging Brainteaser, Fun with Division, submitted to Braingle.com by sca1219.  

Share your answer with Nancy O'Pry Gentry, Special Projects, at Nancy.Gentry@talgov.com!

The first three people to answer correctly will get a "shout out" during the next Friday Update on Facebook. Find more brainteasers at www.braingle.com

SHINE Program (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is federally funded and our services are offered through the Department of Elder Affairs and the local Area Agency on Aging. Year-round, a cadre of vetted and trained volunteer counselors assists clients in applying for Medicare and provide information to help them evaluate options for additional insurance. In addition, we also screen clients for eligibility for Medicaid and other financial assistance for medical and prescription drug costs and report Medicare Fraud and Abuse.

To Make a Donation - click here.

For Membership information and to renew online - click here

or print this form and mail in.

For information or assistance, email Karin Caster or call 891-4041.

To set up automatic monthly or annual payments, complete & return the form found here.

Donations, honorariums, memorial gifts, galaxy stars, and legacy gifting are appreciated (click here to donate).

Are you celebrating a birthday or a special occasion and have enough "stuff?" How about hosting a Facebook Fundraiser to benefit the Senior Center? To do this, you must have a Facebook account/profile and then click here and follow the directions! Need help? Email Karin Caster.

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