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Special Hours this week:
Thurs., May 18 - Closing early at 5 pm for Silver Stars
Fri., May 19 - closed for Florida Emancipation Day
The 21st annual Silver Stars celebration is Thursday, May 18 This event recognizes 8 outstanding “Silver Stars” in the Big Bend area who inspire others to live well and stay involved in our community. While they each have a unique and rich past, they are recognized for their positive outlook, active lifestyle and dedication to others.

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Capital Health Plan and other generous sponsors.
Join us for our monthly Game Day!
Tues., May 16 (3rd Tuesday of each month)
2:15 – 3:30 pm in the Activity Room
A fun afternoon of Card games, Dominoes, Board games - Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Uno and more! Or bring your favorite game! Invite your friends! Requested $3 donation
For information: email Judy.Shipman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4047
Monthly Hike
Wed., May 17 at 8:15 am
Miccosukee Greenway (4 mile hike), 
5600 Miccosukee Rd. - meet at the Thornton Rd. trailhead, corner of Thornton Rd. and Miccosukee Rd.

Brain Games with Ruth
Tues., May 23, 10am TSC Health Suite
One of the best ways to keep our minds in great shape is with brain games!  
Wed., May 24, 11:00 am
Learn about risk factors, causes, prevention, and newest treatments during this lunchtime presentation with Dr. Sean Meagher, Neuro-interventional Surgeon, HCA. Register here
$5 requested donation for lunch.
For more info, call 850-891-4042 or email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com
For information about Fitness, Health & Wellness Programs,
Contact Ruth Nickens, RN, Health & Wellness Coordinator:
email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com phone 850-891-4042
Cancers in the Elderly –
Challenges and Barriers

Lunch n' Learn
Wed., May 24
from 12:30 pm – 2:30pm
Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg Drive

Complimentary lunch, vendors on hand, door prizes.

Is cancer biology different in the elderly?
• Cancer risks increase with age.
• About 60% of cancers occur in people 65 years of age or older.
• About 70% of deaths caused by cancer occur in this stage.
Learn about the right attitude and knowledge to combat cancer.
Presented by HCA Florida Capital Cancer Center.
Panelists: Angelia Darsey, RN and Giles Tool, director of Radiation Oncology.

For more information or to register,
contact Wendy Barber at 850.891.4052 or email Wendy.Barber@talgov.com
Learn how to create pieces of art using the fundamental clay methods and create pinch pots and forms using coils and slabs, plus how to finish your piece.
June 2 – July 14
An introduction to principles and fundamentals of basic colored pencil drawing, including pencil types, accessories, techniques, color theory, and color mixing.
June 12 - July 31
For the latest
TSC Art Newsletter
Contact Heath Hilary McRae, Art Program Coordinator:
email HeathHilary.McRae@talgov.com phone 850-891-4016 
Registration assistance: email Sarah.Vernon@talgov.com phone 850-891-4045
Second Harvest Tour • Spring House Tour
Florida Museum of Natural History, Gainesville
Adventures in Spain • FSU Coastal Marine Lab
Golden Legacy Gadsden Arts Center
Get Involved
Volunteers Needed!
• Check-in classes:
Brain Body Balance (Mon. 12:45 - 1:15pm)
  Mindful Movement (Tues. 10:45 - 11:15am)
• Receptionists (as back-up)
(8:00am–12:30pm or 12:30pm–5:00pm)

Adults age 50+ are especially encouraged to volunteer.
For information on volunteer opportunities,
Contact Shelly Lee, Volunteer Coordinator
850-891-4009 Shelly.Lee@talgov.com
 
The Legacy Circle includes people who have thoughtfully included the Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation in their estate planning and have informed us in writing of their plans. 
 
Every Legacy gift helps to grow core programs and services for older adults in our community. Legacy Circle members are able to see the fruits of their gifts in their lifetimes.

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.
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