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Technology Assistance

Need help with your cell phone, tablet or laptop? Bring your device and your questions to the Health Suite.

Tuesday, February 4

New time 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Curious about all that the Senior Center offers? Come find out more about Senior Center programs and activities, and meet our staff and other participants.

Newcomers Coffee Chat

Wed., Feb. 5, at 10:00 am

in the Dining Room

Free Shred Event for Seniors to assist in shredding sensitive documents to help prevent fraud, prevent identity theft.

Thurs., Feb. 6, from 1-3 PM (or until shred truck is full) at the Senior Center.

• Limit 4 boxes or bags per person

• No binders or paper clips

• Residential shredding only

In partnership with Prime Meridian Bank, a shred truck from

Secure Records Solutions will be on site to shred sensitive documents.

Questions? Contact Emily McNeill 850-891-4017 or emily.mcneill2@talgov.com

Valentine Chocolate Dipping

Tues., Feb. 11, 5:30 pm

Make a plate of delicious chocolate-dipped fruit for your sweetheart (or yourself)! Learn how to make chocolate-dipped strawberries and other seasonal fruits. Enjoy snacks and sparkling wine during the class and go home with a plate of goodies!

Eleanor Roosevelt: American Politician, Diplomat, and Activist

(3 parts) Thursdays: Feb. 13, 20, and 27, from 10 – 11:30 am

Historians consider Eleanor Roosevelt the most active and progressive thinking First Lady with her accomplishments as social reformer, voracious writer, and fearless advocate for civil rights.

Instructor Toni Fuss Kirkwood-Tucker, Ed.D.

Registration is also open for these upcoming Lifelong Learning Classes:

Impressionism by American Women (Gadsden Arts Center tour) - Feb. 26

Black History Tour of The Grove Museum - Feb. 28

Manatee Program at Jacksonville Zoo - Mar. 5

For Lifelong Learning information, visit: TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/lifelong-learning

Questions? Contact Maureen Haberfeld, Lifelong Learning Coordinator:

email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com phone 850-891-4033

Art Program

Botanical Bas Relief

Fridays, Feb. 28 & Mar. 7

9:00 am – 12:00 noon

Instructor Vivian Parmenter shares the art of pressing flowers and leaves into clay. In this hands-on session, you'll create stunning designs by framing your work and pouring plaster of Paris, painting both your reliefs and firing your clay relief. Suitable for all skill levels.

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For Art Program information, visit our Art page: TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/art

Contact Heath Hilary McRae, Art Program Coordinator:

email HeathHilary.McRae@talgov.com phone 850-891-4016 

Registration assistance: email Karen.Hill@talgov.com phone 850-891-4043

Hearing Screenings

Thur., Feb. 13, 10:00 am – Noon

Free screenings for non-hearing aid wearers. Offered by Audiology Associates, in the Senior Center Health Suite. 

For appointment, call Abigail Hines 850-891-4047

Art for the Heart - Art Therapy Party

Fri., Feb. 14 , 10:00 am - Noon

This Art Therapy class is focused on spending time highlighting all the things there are to love and appreciate about YOU! We will discuss what it means to practice self-compassion and why it is important, while creating Valentine’s Day inspired art. No art experience is necessary! Snacks and drinks included. Facilitated by Abigail Hines, Art Therapist REGISTER HERE

Happy Heart Lunch n’ Learn with TMH

Mon., Feb. 17, 11:00 am – Noon

Peripheral Arterial Disease with Shane P. McEntire, MD, Vascular Surgery

Learn about keeping your heart and blood vessels healthy, and the expert care available in our community, with a cardiologist from Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. Lunch served. $5 donation per event. REGISTER HERE

For information about Fitness, Health & Wellness Programs,

Visit www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org/health-wellness

Contact Ruth Nickens, RN, Health & Wellness Coordinator:

email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com phone 850-891-4042

Sports enthusiasts age 50 and older are encouraged to participate in Senior Games! Enjoy the athletic camaraderie, fun and recreation featuring friendly competitions for all fitness levels!

Click here for Senior Games information and to register!

Games kick off February 26 with a Torch Run at Cascades Park

and continue through March 18 with a Celebration of Athletes.

Legacy Gifting helps ensure quality services for generations of seniors to come. Making decisions now guarantees that your estate plans – and your legacy – support programs dear to your heart.

Our Legacy Circle includes donors who name the Tallahassee Senior Center Foundation (TSCF) as a beneficiary of a planned gift. Options include: ·  Bequest by Will ·  Gift of Appreciated Stock ·  Charitable Lead Trust ·  Charitable Remainder Trust ·  Gift of Life Insurance

When you name the TSCF as a beneficiary, you help us continue our important work and make an impact on those we serve.

Please contact your attorney or financial planner about leaving a lasting gift.

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+.

Alzheimer's Disease

Education & Training Conference

The Alzheimer's Project, Inc. and FSU College of Medicine will host this annual conference on Saturday, February 15.

The free conference provides caregivers and professionals with information and resources needed to care for people with dementia. Complimentary on-site respite room is available with caregiver registration.

Registration is required: https://APEdConference2025.eventbrite.com

AARP Tax Aide This year, AARP is offering both In-Person and Drop-off Service. With the convenient drop off service, you will leave your tax documents with an IRS-certified volunteer who will prepare your return. During a second visit, you will work together to finalize your return, file it and leave with a printed copy of the return and your original documents. 

Call 850-891-4030 for appointment

Monday - Friday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N Monroe St.

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In-person appointments will also be available at the Main Library

on Friday and Saturdays, February 1 - April 12 from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm

Save the Date!

A Special Reception will be held for

Sheila Salyer’s Retirement!



Thurs., Feb. 27, 4 - 8 pm

at the Tallahassee Senior Center