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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
Wed., April 3 at 10 am
Curious about everything the Senior Center offers? Whether you're new here, or have been around a while, we invite you to join us for a 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!
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We are pleased to announce the 2024 Silver Stars!
These remarkable individuals have embraced positive living and made significant contributions to our community, after the age of 60.
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We will honor the Silver Stars on May 9, during the 22nd Annual Silver Stars Gala. We invite you to join us as we celebrate these exceptional individuals who are truly silver linings in our lives.
Read more about the honorees and reserve your seats here.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Capital Health Plan,
along with our other generous sponsors.
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Travel Presentation
Thursday, April 11 at 11:30 AM
Discover the latest trends in travel! Join us for our a free Lunch & Learn event, to explore a wide range of incredible vacations.
To reserve LUNCH, please RSVP
by Thursday, April 4th at 5 pm
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Bicentennial Presentation
Wed., April 3, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
2024 is the Bicentennial of Tallahassee - Leon County. Learn about the exciting events and activities planned for this year-long celebration.
Free Presentation. Register Here
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Writing Your Family History
Wed. April 10 & Thurs. April 18,
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
This two-session class with Mary Sterner Lawson will help you capture personal memories that are important to you and to the history of your families. Register Here
Off Florida’s Shores: Ernest Hemmingway’s Sea Tales
Mon., April 15, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Ernest Hemingway’s notable writing career included many works set in south Florida and the northern Caribbean. This lively presentation describes these provocative works, along with connections between these stories and the places where he lived for several years, especially Key West and Cuba. Presented by Dr. Ben Lawson at the NE Library. Register Here
Kayak on the Wakulla
Tues., April 16, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The river is known for its clear, clean water packed with wildlife, from blue heron, mullet, manatees and more. Enjoy a relaxing kayak trip, hosted by Harry Smith Outdoors, on this slow-moving river that is suitable for all ages and is a great place for beginners. Register Here
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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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Automotive Safety + Self Defense & Personal Safety
Wed., April 10, 10:00 am – Noon
A two-part presentation! Learn the importance of keeping your vehicle maintained, including some hand-on activities for simple things you can do to keep your vehicle safely on the road for longer.
This second part includes a workshop on how to avoid becoming a victim. When verbal or physical response is needed to counter an immediate threat, you can be prepared to react and have a favorable outcome with common-sense recommendations from the experts.
Presented by COT, AARP and Tallahassee Police Dept. Register Here
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Caregiver Support Group
Thurs., April 11, at 11 am
Caregivers share knowledge, experience and fellowship. Find resources and friends who understand. Contact Judy.shipman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4047
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Minority Health Fair
Sat., April 13, 10 am - 1 pm
Jake Gaither Community Center - 801 Bragg Dr.
Free Medicaid and Kidcare application services from Florida Legal Services; information about Alzheimer’s Association and Elder Care Services; Sickle Cell screenings; HIV and Syphilis testing from NMC; Memory Screenings from TMH Memory Disorder Clinic; and Senior Center/GaP Resources. BBAHEC will provide Tobacco minority health information, plus blood pressure and A1C screenings.
Hosted by Big Bend AHEC. Contact cvogtle@bigbendahec.org 850-224-1177
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Registration is Open for Upcoming Art Workshops
Intro to Pastels
Mondays, April 29 – June 17, 1 - 3:30 pm
Drawing for Beginners
(at The Grove at Canopy)
Tuesdays, May 7 – June 11, 1 - 3:30pm
Watercolor 103
Fridays, May 23 – June 7, 1 - 3:30 pm
Intermediate Drawing
Fridays, May 3 – June 7, 9:30am - 12pm
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CALL TO ARTISTS for our next showcase!
Landscape and Seascape photography.
Open to Big Bend area artists age 50+.
Artwork drop off extended to April 10 in the Art Coordinator's office.
Fill out an artwork label and tape to the back of your art.
2 framed photographs per artist.
Showcase will be displayed in the TSC Dining Room Gallery.
Please email heathhilary.mcrae@talgov.com with photo and artwork information.
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Senior "Summer Camp"
Come each day for fun adventures!
April 22 - 26
• Picnics and cookouts
• Guided nature hike
• An evening bonfire with live music
• Challenger Learning Center
• FSU Reservation
• Plus one overnight adventure and boat ride at FSU Coastal Marine Lab
Register now!
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Join the Senior Center Team! | |
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The Tallahassee Senior Center currently has openings:
Southside Outreach Program Coordinator
Develop and coordinate senior programs offered in Southside and other under-served Tallahassee communities.
Fitness Instructor
A dynamic Fitness Instructor to teach 60-minute LIFE Exercise classes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
Please click here for further job details, and how to apply.
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Looking for a rewarding Volunteer job? The Senior Center is looking for Volunteer Receptionists on both a permanent and a substitute basis. The Receptionist is the first person visitors see at the Senior Center and answers the main phone line. The permanent position would be every Thursday from 12:30-5pm. Subs are on an as-needed basis.
If interested in Volunteering, please contact Shelly Lee:
shelly.lee@talgov.com or call 850-891-4009
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Do you need to take a Required Minimum Distribution from your IRA?
Many people take advantage of tax incentives to make charitable gifts with their investments and retirement plans.
With Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD), you can make donations through your IRA and save money on your income taxes. A qualified charitable distribution is a transfer from an IRA directly to an eligible charitable organization, such as the Tallahassee Senior Citizens Foundation. A QCD counts toward your RMD, if you don’t want to withdraw the full amount. This reduces your adjusted gross income, giving you a pretty major tax advantage. Contact your IRA administrator to direct a charitable distribution on your behalf.
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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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