Workshops and ClassesWorkshops and classes are offered on a wide range of
topics that focus on life-enhancing subjects including travel photography,
financial planning, Tai Chi and culinary arts. The emphasis is always on
stimulating imaginative thinking. Classes given in the Charlottesville area
can be found at the links below. Featured Presentations & Workshops at the Senior CenterWhat is an
eReader? What is an ebook? How do they work? Are you curious about the new portable easy way to read a book? Want to take several books with you on vacation but don’t have the room? Sandra Cararo, Community Relations Manager from Barnes and Noble will introduce the “Nook”, Barnes and Nobles version of the eReader. Sandra will demonstrate the ease of use and how you can download free books from the web. Sandra will bring several “Nooks” for a hands-on experience. A Free Balance declines with age. Many factors contribute toward making the older adult susceptible to falls. Mary Beth Applewhite, DPT, Rehabilitation Program Manager, physical therapist from Golden Living Center, will discuss safety at home and in the community, provide statistical information regarding prevention of falls and balance deficits and will do free balance screenings. A Free Depression Signs and
Symptoms Have you ever felt sad and lonely? Do you sometimes feel like your “get-up-and-go” got up and went? You may be suffering from the signs of depression and not even know it. Cathy Lawder, Licensed Medical Social Worker from Amedisys Home Health, offers education about the signs and symptoms associated with depression. She will discuss the triggers and ramifications of depression as it relates to the senior population. Cathy will also discuss different mediations being offered for this condition. A Free “What Could Go
Right?” The news media benefits from presenting the world in a negative light—it sells. In all fairness to the last 400 years’ American successes, Jorgen Vik, a Certified Financial Planner with Merrill Lynch, will discuss how to take advantage of an inevitably prosperous future. Bring your open mind. It is a fun topic! A Free Visit with the Lakota Indians Learn about the Indian perspective on their role in American history and today, as well as about higher education on the Reservation. See cover article for more information. A Free Charlottesville Humanities Forum -
Summer 2010 “Changing Places 2 & Clashes of
Culture” Book Discussion Group
M Free Comparative Religions
New Members are always welcome. This group will not meet in July or August, but will resume Friday, September 10. M Free Computer Users Group Technology advances have changed travel planning and
trip reservations over the last few years. Social networking and
other Internet activity such as blogging help by allowing
travelers to share the latest information on travel
destinations, transportation,
and accommodations. A Free Le Cercle Français Welcome to our friendly, informal, francophone “Cercle” every 2nd Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Joyeux printemps! Soyez le bienvenu deux fois par mois “chez nous!” New members are welcome. A bientôt. M Free Writing For Pleasure All are welcome to come and read their work at these meetings. Our
Coffee House in August will be on Friday, August 13, with Dr. Charles
Allen Kollar as guest speaker. He is a counselor, pastor and the author of
several books, “Mastering Life”. Dr. Kollar, who is Betty and Frank
Kollar’s son, lives in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania with his wife,
Dawn. Classes at the Senior Center
Arthritis Foundation and Exercise Exercise is important for joint motion and muscle strength for those with arthritis. Instructor Maggie Schmidt leads this entry-level class, following the Arthritis Foundation Program, to help those with arthritis get moving again. A chair is used for balance. Register at the front desk and get an AF form and information for your doctor. Come to class in this carpeted room in comfortable clothing and athletic shoes with stability. Bring a yoga mat if you will be on the floor. M $20/month G $27/month $40/month, All welcome if space allows Gain fitness and increased flexibility dancing to Broadway tunes. Instructor Edna-Jakki “EJ” Miller has over 30 years experience in teaching and personal training in fitness, dance and holistic health. All ages, conditions and levels, beginner to advanced, can join in the fun. Workouts are joint-friendly, safe, and effective. A 8 week block M $66 / G $86 Beginner’s Knitting If you want to learn to knit – Join us! Ceramics Looking for something fun and creative to do? Join our ceramics class! Our requirement is simple: Show up with a desire to have fun in this therapeutic class. We are now making Christmas trees—the holidays are right around the corner! We are also busy painting kittens, mallards, wolves, and, of course, useful items such as plates, bowls, platters and mugs, which are always in great demand. What a great gift to give when you “made it yourself.” The ceramics are dishwasher and microwave safe, so can be used and enjoyed for years. Class is taught by Novella Mawyer, owner of Lazy Daisy Ceramics, Inc. and The Pottery Paintin' Place. M $26 per year Parkinson’s Exercise Offered in partnership with UVa’s Adult Neurology Department, instructor Sharon Honeycutt leads participants through various exercises to promote ways of moving and speaking to better cope with the many symptoms of Parkinson’s and other neurological diseases. Bring an exercise mat and wear comfortable clothing. A $65 month (Partner Organization) Qigong Back by popular demand, Bryan McKenzie, has started his Qigong class again. Qigong (or ch'i kung) refers to a wide variety of traditional cultivation practices that involve methods of accumulating, circulating, and working with breathing or energy within the body. M $25 G $30 Learn to Play Western Mah Jongg Ever wanted to learn one of the most popular games at the Senior Center? Now is your chance and the lessons are FREE! M Free Recurring programs at Senior Center, Inc. can be found by using the links below. Arts &
Crafts Activities Martha Jefferson Programs & ClassesUVA Community Scholar ProgramPrograms for Adults at MonticelloMonticello Events in the Coming MonthCalendar of Events at Ash Lawn-HighlandAdult Literacy Related Classes
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