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See what's happening
at the Senior Center!
Our activity calendar
is on-line.
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⚠️The Tallahassee Senior Center
will close at 5 pm Tuesday, January 21 and
will delay opening on Wednesday, January 22 until noon.
The National Weather Service has placed Tallahassee under a Winter Storm Watch for late Tuesday afternoon through early Wednesday morning. Prepare for Freezing Temperatures and Icy Roadways. Read about Precautions Here
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Daniel Neihoff
Coffeehouse Concert
Tues., Jan. 28, 11:00 am
Daniel is a singer-songwriter from Paduka, KY. He has been writing songs since he was 8 years old and has been described as one of the best storytelling songwriters in Nashville. His soulful storytelling, effortless fingerpicking and powerful vocals have positioned his as one of the contemporary artists to watch. Don’t miss this!
RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE
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SHRED EVENT at the Senior Center
Thurs., Feb. 6, 1-3 PM (or until shred truck is full)
Free Shred Event for Seniors (age 50+) to assist in shredding sensitive records and documents.
• Limit 4 boxes or bags per person
• No binders or paper clips
• Residential shredding only
A shred truck from Secure Records Solutions will be on site to shred sensitive documents to help prevent fraud, prevent identity theft.
Questions? Contact Emily McNeill 850-891-4017 or emily.mcneill2@talgov.com
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Transportation to the Snow Queen
Fri., Jan. 24, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The sixteenth production of “The Snow Queen” brings a classic fairy tale to life through Irish dance. Register here for complimentary van transportation from the Tallahassee Senior Center - meet the van at 6:30 pm in parking lot. Show starts at 7:30 pm.
*You must purchase your general admission ticket for the show at the door, or in advance online HERE.
Why Are There No Women Artists?
Mon., Jan. 27, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Art instructor Je’ Czaja’s student Ann looked up at her worriedly and asked, “Why are there no women artists?” Of course, there ARE women artists. Her question inspired Je’ to conduct deep research covering art from the Stone Age to the present and from all over the world. In this presentation, Je’ hopes to answer Ann’s question.
Connect with a Classic Banned Book:
Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
Mon., Feb. 3, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Steinbeck's 1937 novella describes the experiences of two displaced migrant ranch workers as they move from place to place in California seeking jobs during the Great Depression and is based on Steinbeck's own experiences working along migrant farm workers in the 1910’s. The book appears on the American Library Association‘s list of the Top 100 Banned/Challenged Books. Instructor Kathy Allman will help us to understand elements such as theme, symbolism, and character development, as well as some of the notable passages. Join us for a robust discussion of this American classic.
More Upcoming Lifelong Learning Classes:
Eleanor Roosevelt - 3 part series, starts Feb. 13
Spring House Tour - Feb. 25
Gadsden Arts Center - Feb. 26
Manatee Program at Jacksonville Zoo - Mar. 5
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Get on the Bus: Blood Drive at TSC
Mon., Jan. 27, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Save up to 3 lives by donating blood. On bloodmobile, it is quick, and seniors make great donors! Your generosity rewarded with a $20 gift card and more. Visit oneblood.org/donate-now
Occupational Therapy
Mondays, Jan. 27 – March 31, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Senior Center
Make appointment for supervised one-on-one sessions with FAMU OT to address pain, balance issues, dexterity, and more!
For appointment, contact Stephen.Pitts@famu.edu 850-508-5309
Brain Games with Ruth
Wed., Jan. 29, 10:30 – 11:30 am
Brain Games keep your brain younger and healthier. Join Ruth for an hour of challenges and prizes. No registration required.
Happy Heart Lunch n’ Learns with TMH
Mondays, Feb. 3 & 17, 11:00 am – Noon
Feb. 3 – Vascular Disease with Christopher A. Griggs, DO
Feb. 17 – Peripheral Arterial Disease with Shane P. McEntire, MD, Vascular Surgery
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare's expert cardiologists will present about keeping your heart and blood vessels healthy, and the expert care available in the community. Lunch served. $5 donation per event. REGISTER HERE
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Draw, Paint, Create: An Artists’ Forum
Wednesdays, Feb. 5 - Feb. 26 (4 weeks), 1 - 4 pm, on ZOOM
A friendly, safe and fun online forum for intermediate and advanced artists in all art forms, lead by Mark Fletcher, where everyone is encouraged to present their works for supportive and encouraging critique. Participants will discuss each work and provide suggestions to each artist. When appropriate, the instructor will provide context based upon historical and current techniques.
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CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
For our next Auditorium showcase:
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL
(ANIMALS EXHIBIT)
Hanging Showcase:
Mon., Feb. 3, Drop off 9 - 10am, Senior Center Auditorium
Up to 2 artworks per artists. Please email heathhilary.mcrae@talgov.com with questions.
If you cannot bring it from 9-10am on February 3rd, feel free to drop off artwork up until Feb 3rd in the Art Program Coordinator's office and fill out an artwork label and tape to the back of your artworks.
If dropping off early, please email a photo with title and contact info.
For our next Dining Room showcase:
PANTONE SHOWCASE
(Pantone Color of the Year: MOCHA MOUSSE 17-1230)
Hanging Showcase:
Mon., Feb. 10 from 9 - 10am, Senior Center Dining Room
Up to 2 artworks per artists. Please email heathhilary.mcrae@talgov.com with questions.
If you cannot bring it before 10am on February 10th, feel free to drop off artwork up until Feb 10th in the Art Program Coordinator's office and fill out an artwork label and tape to the back of your artworks.
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR CAPITAL CITY SENIOR GAMES!
Are you age 50+ and enjoy fun, competition, athletic camaraderie, and challenging yourself? The Senior Games are designed with all fitness levels in mind! Games kick off February 26 and continue through March 18.
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5k (Shamrock Scurry) • Archery
Bag Toss • Basketball • Billiards
Bocce • Bowling • Cycling • Disc Golf
Fun Walk • Golf • Horseshoes
Mountain Biking • Pickleball
Powerlifting • Racquetball
Swimming • Table Tennis • Tennis
Track & Field • Water Aerobics
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Save the date! A Special Reception will be held for
Sheila Salyer’s Retirement
Thursday, February 27, 4 - 8 pm
at the Tallahassee Senior Center
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Soaring to New Heights!
After 28-plus years, Sheila Salyer is retiring at the end of February 2025. To celebrate Sheila’s extraordinary legacy and ensure TSC programs thrive and expand, the Foundation Board of Directors is raising $100,000 to support additional programs in our new, 40,000 square foot second Senior Center on Welaunee Boulevard. Construction is funded by the City of Tallahassee. Your contributions directly support expanding programs.
We are excited to share that we have raised over $90,000!
Your gifts provide seniors the opportunity to enjoy fitness, lifelong learning, art, singing, dancing … and over 170 different activities each month that bring social connection to almost 5,000 seniors each year! Thanks to your generous support, the Tallahassee Senior Center is a special place for active adults to gather, learn, and make new friends.
When you make a donation, you help keep
seniors healthy, active and engaged.
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Donations can be mailed to:
TSC Foundation, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL, 32303
Click here for ways to support the Senior Center
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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Learn how to square dance with the Capital Twirlers Square Dance Club!
Begin Mon., Jan. 27, from 7 to 8 PM and continue on Monday nights for the next 12-15 weeks in the Senior Center Auditorium.
Square dancing is a delightful energetic activity set to great music, requiring lessons to learn the steps. You will be laughing and want to keep on dancing. You’ll walk many steps, so wear comfortable clothes and shoes. (No crinolines or cowboy boots needed.) Contrary to our name, you will not get dizzy. Please bring a partner if you can to get the most out of the event. $5 per person per class. For more information, contact (850) 386-1440 or ebguthrie@comcast.net or facebook.com/Tallahasseetwirlers
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Our sponsors make it possible for us to provide a wide variety of programs, events and activities that give people the opportunity to pursue many interests. Seniors have a choice of 180+ different opportunities to learn, to be engaged, and to participate here and at sites throughout the community.
Active, happy, healthy seniors not only find joy in their lives, but also continue to participate, volunteer and guide others. Our mission to offer programs, activities and opportunities designed to encourage active living, optimal aging and social fitness for independent adults age 50+ is possible because of partners like you!
To become a sponsor, contact Mary.Hodges@talgov.com or 850-891-4048
In return for your sponsorship, your business will reach the most active adult audience in the Big Bend and receive numerous benefits.
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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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