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See what's happening
at the Senior Center!
Our activity calendar
is on-line.
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Medicare 101 Dinner & Discussion
Wed., April 16, 5:30-7:00pm
Join us for a Medicare 101 educational event. Everything from enrollment periods to different types of plans, eligibility and understanding your options. Get answers to your questions about Medicare. Dinner provided. Register Here
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Lunch & Learn:
Advantages of Funeral Planning
Wed., April 23, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Join us for an insightful presentation on the advantages of preparing in advance. Discover how taking proactive steps in funeral planning can ease emotional and financial burdens, ensure your preferences are respected, and bring comfort to both you and your loved ones. Presented by Bevis Funeral Home. Lunch provided. Register Here
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We are pleased to announce the 2025 Silver Stars!
These remarkable individuals have embraced positive living and made significant contributions to our community, after the age of 60.
Congratulations to Judge Augustus D. Aikens, Jr., Ken Boutwell,
Joel Dawson, Margaret Lynn Duggar, Mary Randle Johnson,
Gracie Leland, Bill McKeown, and John Schmidt.
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We will honor the Silver Stars on May 8, during the 23rd 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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Conservation Pathways
Thurs., April 10, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn how the scientific research organization Conservation Pathways formed and how you can get involved!
Wide World of Sport: Anthropology’s Perspective
Tue., April 15, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Explore the profound impact of sport on society through anthropology with engaging insights from FSU Professor Dr. Amy Kowal.
Longleaf Pine Wonderland Hike
Thur., April 17, 8:45 am – 2:00 pm
Come on a captivating eco-hike with Ryan Means to explore the stunning longleaf pine ecosystem and its remarkable biodiversity.
Spring House Tour
Tue., April 22, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Tour this unique home in Tallahassee, custom-designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
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Holocaust Remembrance Day:
The Life of Gerda Weissmann Klein
Wed., April 23, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Join HERC’s Education Coordinator Lauren Crampton for a FREE Lifelong Learning class about the inspiring life of Gerda Weissmann Klein. Her autobiographical account of the Holocaust, All But My Life, was adapted for the 1995 short film, One Survivor Remembers, which received an Academy Award and an Emmy Award, and was selected for the National Film Registry.
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Clay Handbuilding For Beginners
Fridays, April 11 – May 16
9:00 am – 12 noon
This beginner-friendly clay class teaches participants to create artistic pieces using essential clay methods, including pinch pots, coils, and slabs. You’ll learn scoring and slip techniques, as well as how to identify the stages of clay—wet, leather hard, greenware, fire-ready, and bisque.
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Colored Pencil Drawing
Fridays, April 11 – May 16
1:00 – 3:30 pm
This class introduces essential principles and techniques of colored pencil drawing, focusing on dry media and working from photographs and direct observation. Students will explore tools, pencil types, holding techniques, color theory, and mixing.
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Caregiver Support Group
Thur., April 10, 11:00 am (Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday)
Our Caregiver Support Group is a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, discuss challenges, and exchange valuable information and tips on providing care. Plus you'll find resources and friends who understand.
Contact Melanie.Lachman@talgov.com 850-891-4066 for more info.
Lunch with the Doctor: Parkinson’s Update
Mon., April 14, 11:00 am
Join us to learn about Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders – current treatment options and patient-focused support in the community. Presented by Dr. Enrique Urrea-Mendoza, neurologist, Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. $5 requested donation for lunch. Register Here
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Monthly Hike
Wed., April 16, 9:00 am
Lake Jackson Mounds Archeological State Park. Meet at parking lot, 3600 Indian Mounds Rd.
Enjoy exploring trails in the company of others. It's a great opportunity to connect with nature, get some exercise, and meet new friends along the way. Read Hike Info Here
Gut Health - plus - Food and Kitchen Safety
Thur., April 17, 10:00 am
Join us in the Dining Room for a two-part spotlight on science, safety and healthier eating - presented by Amy Mullins, Leon County UF/IFIS Extension Center. Register Here
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Whether you are a poet or simply enjoy reading poetry, Poetry for the Love Of It (PLOI) seeks kindred spirits to join our vibrant community. PLOI meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month via Zoom.
Our next meeting is:
Monday, April 14th, 1 - 2:30 pm on Zoom.
Our Notable Poet for April is Carolyn Kizer. She won the Pulitzer Prize in 1985 for her book of poems titled Yin. During the last half hour of the meeting, members and guests may share their poems, or a poem written by another. Writing poems is not a requirement to join the group.
For information, contact PLOI Chairperson Linda Whitefeather at catfeather32301@gmail.com or 850-300-2363.
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Therese Whichello - Thursday, May 29
This local musician's beautiful voice and piano playing have captured the hearts of Tallahassee music lovers!
Passerine - Monday, June 16
Passerine’s unique music is a blend of modern folk, progressive bluegrass, and is loosely called “Americana.”
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The gift that keeps on giving.
Tallahassee Senior Citizens Foundation’s endowment presents an excellent option for donors who want to invest in our organization today, or in the future, through investments or estate plans. By making a gift to our endowment, you help provide a stable and permanent source of funding, allowing more resources to be focused on our mission and programs. It is a gift that keeps giving for generations.
For more information about our endowment and how you can contribute, contact the Community Foundation of North Florida at 850-222-2899.
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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.
| | 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+. | | |
Need Information?
From Housing and Transportation to Counseling and Affordable Health Care to Legal, Downsizing...and more!
The Senior Center has gathered information on community resources for over 45 topics, which can be found on our Senior Resources page.
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Home Fire Safety
The Tallahassee Fire Department offers a FREE Home Fire Safety Survey to educate property owners on fire safety measures which can be applied within their home.
This service is available for single-family dwelling property owners in Leon County.
Visit talgov.com/publicsafety/tfd
Click the Community link
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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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