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Our activity calendar
is on-line.
See what's happening
at the Senior Center!
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Newcomers Coffee Chat
Wednesday, February 7, 10 am
Curious about everything the Senior Center offers? We invite you to join us for our Newcomers Coffee Chat in the Dining Room. Enjoy coffee and refreshments while you learn more about our programs and activities, plus meet TSC staff and other members and participants!
Questions? Contact Karen.Hill@talgov.com
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Science of Happiness Series
Wednesdays: Jan. 31, Feb. 28 & Mar. 27 - at 10:30 am
Join us for this 3-part series exploring the science of happiness and various aspects of living a more positive, meaningful life. We will listen to expert podcasts and discussion will follow.
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Improve Wellness through
Clean Living & Simple Meal Prep
Thur., Feb. 8 , 11:00 am - Noon
Sam Poppell with Clean Eatz, is on a mission to guide a million people on a path toward a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle!
Learn about Sam’s personal transformative weight loss journey, shedding 172 pounds through healthy, properly portioned meals!
Catered lunch provided, $5 donation for lunch.
Register Here
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Sign up for
Lifelong Learning classes!
Gulf Specimen Marine Lab
comes to the Senior Center
Thurs., Feb. 1, 1:30 pm
Marine biologist Leslie Breland brings some fascinating marine animals to TSC, and will give a presentation on the lab and what’s new at the aquarium.
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Guided Bike Ride
Mon., Feb. 5, 2:30 pm
Explore hidden gems on a gentle urban trail ride.
The Snow Queen –
Irish Step Dancers performance
Thurs., Feb. 8, 6:30 pm
Join us for this classic story set in Ireland, told with narration and Irish Dance.
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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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House of Hamill - Coffeehouse Concert
Tues., Feb. 6 at 11 am
Pennsylvania - based House of Hamill is a musical fixture and phenomenon on festival and folk stages across the country, sharing their astounding music and comical stories.
Enjoy coffee by Lucky Goat.
Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch.
$10 donation for concert. $2 donation for pastries.
Register Here
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Fiddle Tunes Jams
Wednesdays, 12 noon - 2 pm
Feel free to bring your lunch and join us for some toe-tapping fun, or simply enjoy a mid-day break! Our Fiddle Tune Jams friends are back, with local musicians on the ukulele, banjo, fiddle, stand up base and more. Musicians are welcome to bring your own instruments and join the jam.
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Southside Friends! Join neighbors, make new friends and discuss important health topics at these gatherings. Classes are designed to help you live healthier, more active lifestyles.
Suggested donation is $2 per class and includes a snack and beverage.
To RSVP for events, contact: Wendy.Barber@talgov.com
Healthy for Life
8-week series on Thursdays, Feb. 8 through Mar. 28
11am – 1pm at Jack McLean Community Center
Financial Wellness Education
Information about avoiding financial pitfalls and scams, plus resources provided by the Florida Office of Financial Regulations.
Tue., Feb. 13, 11:00 am – noon, at Jack McLean Community Center
Wed., Feb. 21, 11:00 am – noon, at Jake Gaither Community Center
Lunch & Learn
Topic: “Food Insecurity” with Afaf Qasem, Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare.
Wed., Feb. 28, 12:30 – 2:30 at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg Dr.
For more details, visit www.tallahasseeseniorfoundation.org/southside
Or contact Wendy.Barber@talgov.com or phone 850-891-4052
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Invite your friends to participate in Senior Games!
The games feature friendly competitions for all fitness levels. Sports enthusiasts age 50 and older are encouraged to participate. If you enjoy athletic camaraderie and challenging yourself, sign up for Senior Games!
Registration is now open.
ARCHERY • BAG TOSS • BASKETBALL • BILLARDS • BOCCE • BOWLING
CYCLING • DISC GOLF • GOLF • HORSESHOES • MOUNTAIN BIKING
PICKLEBALL • POWERLIFTING • RACQUETBALL • SWIMMING
TABLE TENNIS • TENNIS • TRACK & FIELD • WATER AEROBICS
Non-competitive fun events are water aerobics, mountain biking and a one-mile fun walk. Bocce, bowling, pickleball and table tennis offer opportunities to compete in singles, doubles and mixed doubles; tennis offers doubles and mixed doubles competition.
Click here for more information and to sign-up!
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CLAY: PINCH, COIL, SLAB
with Barbara Balzer
Thursdays, 1 - 4pm (starting February 8)
In this beginner’s class, you will learn the three ancient skills that will allow you to build ANYTHING with clay from bowls to butterflies to birdhouses. It will be fun!
This class has its own punch card - $8 classes for $80, available for purchase the first day of class. Pre-registration is not required.
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Call to Artists! We have two exhibits starting in February.
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Mastering the Arts
Accepting all mediums of art by TSC Art Participants
Will be displayed in the Auditorium.
Drop off: February 5
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Peach Fuzz - Pantone Showcase
Art featuring the Pantone
color 13-1023 Peach Fuzz
Will be displayed in the Dining Room.
Drop off: February 7
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Part time jobs with Parks & Recreation | |
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Know someone looking for a part-time job? Umpires, referees and concession workers are needed year-round for both youth and adult sports. If you know the rules of flag football, volleyball, baseball, softball, soccer or basketball, apply today. These are paid positions through the City of Tallahassee and training will be provided.
Motivated and energetic individuals interested in applying
should contact 850-891-3866.
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Legacy Gifting helps ensure quality services for generations of seniors to come. Making decisions now guarantees that your estate plans – and your legacy – support Tallahassee Senior Center programs.
The Legacy Circle includes donors who name the Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation as a beneficiary of a planned gift. Please contact your attorney or financial planner about leaving a lasting gift. Options include:
· Bequest by Will
· Gift of Appreciated Stock
· Charitable Lead Trust
· Charitable Remainder Trust
· Gift of Life Insurance
When you name the TSCF as a beneficiary, you will help us continue our important work and make an impact on those we serve.
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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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