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Our activity calendar
is on-line.
See what's happening
at the Senior Center!
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Sign up for Summer Bowling!
Join the LEAGUE OF OUR OWN senior network partners this summer to bowl for fun AND raise money for the Tallahassee Senior Center!
8 weeks of bowling on Thursday evenings, begins June 6 through August 1 (skip the week of July 4)
at Capital Lanes Bowling - 820 Capital Cir NE
Join as a team or on your own and you will be matched up.
$10 per week, per person. Payment due May 31 (payable to Capital Lanes).
Sign up by February 29! To register, or for any questions, contact Gail McDonald with the Villas at Killearn Lakes - email: gail@villasatkillearnlakes.com
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Spanish Class for Beginners
Beginning conversational Spanish for general purposes – travel, etc.
8 weeks - Mondays, March 4 – April 22, from 2:15-3:00 pm
Fee $32 Register Here
Questions? Contact Kristy at Kristy.Carter@talgov.com or 850-891-4008
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A Lady of Spain's Life in 1960's Georgia
Thurs., Feb. 22, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Amaya Portland of Spain met her African American husband Paul King while he worked and studied in Madrid. The couple took residence in Albany, Georgia in the 60's and raised their bi-cultural family there. Learn about the culture shock of coming from the freedom of Spain to live in Georgia during the 60's.
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Connect with a Classic - Banned Book: To Kill a Mockingbird
Mon., March 4, 10:00 am – 11:30 am - at the Senior Center
Our popular Connect with a Classic series is back, and we are focusing on another classic banned book. This session will analyze the American classic To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and will include elements such as theme, symbolism, and character development, as well as some of the notable literary passages in the novel. Come and join us for a robust discussion of this well-loved, Pulitzer Prize winning American Classic.
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Ceili
Wed., March 13, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Put on your green and celebrate everything Irish with us! A Ceili is a traditional Irish social gathering and ours will have Irish food, beverages, music, and dance. Welcome music will be provided by Tallahassee’s Fiddle Tunes and entertainment will be provided by the Tallahassee Irish Step Dancers. Jjoin the dancers and learn some steps.
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For Lifelong Learning information,
Visit: TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/lifelong-learning
Contact Maureen Haberfeld, Lifelong Learning Coordinator:
email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com phone 850-891-4033
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Monthly Hike
Wed., Feb. 21 at 9:00 am
Lafayette Heritage Trail to Tom Brown (4 miles)
Slightly hilly, trillium in bloom!
Meet at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park,
4900 Heritage Park Blvd.
Pre-registration not required. $3.00 per hike. Bring exact change or purchase a prepaid fitness card. Read hike information here
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Healthy Heart Lunch n’ Learn w/TMH
Tues., Feb 27, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
According to the AHA, 1 in 5 people will develop heart failure, which is more likely to occur in people 65+ and is a leading cause of hospitalization.
Dr. Gian-Carlo Giove, MD will discuss signs and symptoms of heart failure, as well as how to manage it through lifestyle changes, cardiac rehab, and medication. Lunch provided by Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare.
$5 requested donation. Register Here
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Sports enthusiasts age 50 and older are encouraged to participate in Senior Games! Enjoy the athletic camaraderie, fun and recreation featuring friendly competitions for all fitness levels!
Click here for Senior Games information and to register!
Volunteers needed! Come lend a hand at the games!
Sign up online or contact Toni.McDonald@talgov.com 850-891-3835
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Learn how to play Bocce!
Bocce is being added to this year's Capital City Senior Games.
Free lessons will be offered on Thursday, February 22 at 12 pm
at Forestmeadows Park - 4750 N Meridian Road, Tallahassee
Want to ride with us? We will be taking a van from the Senior Center at 11:30 am. Contact Patti.Wallace@talgov.com or call 850-891-4035.
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How to Eat Healthy and Stay on Budget
Join nutrition and financial planning experts as they share tips on eating healthy while saving money!
Wednesday, February 28th, 12:30 pm
Jake Gaither Community Center
801 Bragg Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32305
Registration is required - contact Wendy Barber:
email Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or call 850-891-4052
Brought to you by Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Foundation,
in partnership with Florida Blue Foundation
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We're Hiring!
After 7 years of serving our Southside Program, Wendy is retiring. She has been amazing as Coordinator of Healthy for Life, Wellness Circles, and educational Lunch & Learns in the Southside communities.
We are looking for the ideal person to step up as Southside Outreach Program Coordinator.
Please click here to read job details, and how to apply.
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NEW ART SHOWCASES NOW ON DISPLAY
We are excited to feature two new showcases highlighting the talent and creativity of our art program participants and instructors.
The galleries are open to the public and we welcome everyone to stop by!
Mastering the Arts
All mediums of art by TSC Art Participants, in the Auditorium.
Peach Fuzz - Pantone Showcase
Art featuring the Pantone color 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, in the Dining Room.
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Avoiding Financial Exploitation
Wed., Feb. 28, 11am-1pm
Tallahassee Senior Center Dining Room
Join us to learn about ways protect yourself from financial exploitation, current trends, and the importance of advance planning.
Presented by the Claude Pepper Elder Law Clinic and special guests:
Joseph LeSerra, Financial Crimes Unit Sergent at the Leon County Sheriff’s Office
Julie Brancale, Professor at FSU College of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Florida State University College of Law students & attorneys will be available to answer general legal questions after the presentation.
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AARP Tax Aide This year, AARP is offering both In-Person and Drop-off Service. With the convenient drop off service, you will leave your tax documents with an IRS-certified volunteer who will prepare your return. During a second visit, you will work together to finalize your return, file it and leave with a printed copy of the return and your original documents.
Call 850-891-4030 for appointment
Monday - Friday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N Monroe St.
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Saturday in-person appointments will be available at the Main Library
on Saturdays, March 2 - April 13, from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Call 850-891-4030 for an appointment.
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Eye Associates of North Florida is grateful for the relationship we have with the Tallahassee Senior Center. At Eye Associates, our mission is to provide patients with the best eye care through knowledge, compassion, and state-of-the-art technology, which aligns so well with the Senior Center’s goal to help seniors stay active and independent. Our expert physicians are well-versed in the latest advances in eye care and work with all our patients to create the best customized health plan to improve the quality of life for each person.
Our nearly decade-long partnership with the Senior Center has been marked by community engagement and support through events like the Lunch and Learns, and Deck the Halls. Eye Associates of North Florida looks forward to many more years of opportunities to support the great programs at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
We are grateful to Eye Associates for their continued support! To become a sponsor, contact Jennifer.Naff@talgov.com or 850-891-4048
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Click here for ways to support the Senior Center
Donations can be mailed to:
TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL, 32303
The TSC Foundation generates funding to support programs,
services and participants of Tallahassee Senior Services.
Donations and membership are tax deductible.
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The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to offer programs, activities, and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging, and social fitness for independent adults age 50+. | |
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF THE CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR WWW.FDACS.GOV/ConsumerServices.
REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” Registration #CH8035
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Need Information? Over 45 Resource Cards Available! From Housing and Transportation to Counseling and Affordable Health Care to Food and Utility assistance...and more! | |
Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation | 850-891-4000 | 1400 N. Monroe St. www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org
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