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The Senior Games are designed with all fitness levels in mind! Are you age 50+ and enjoy fun, competition, athletic camaraderie, and challenging yourself? Competitions include archery, bag toss, basketball, bowling, cycling, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, power lifting, racquetball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field, and a one-mile fun run/walk.
Registration begins at $15, and includes a T-shirt and two tickets to the athlete celebration dinner! Each additional event costs $3.
Registration Forms are also available at the Senior Center
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Dr. Pamela Hunter guides a yoga session on Wednesdays, from 5:30-6:30 in the 2nd floor auditorium, with plenty of room to spread out.
Class incorporates poses, relaxation, and meditation. This is a moderate level class, but everyone is welcome. Open to all adults, age 18+. $4 donation per class.
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Hearing Screenings
Thursday, January 26, From 10:00 am – Noon
Tallahassee Senior Center Health Suite, No-cost
Offered by Audiology Associates
February is Heart Health Month! ♥ Plan to join us:
"Happy Heart" Lunch N’ Learns w/ TMH
Mondays: Feb. 6, 13, 20, & 27, from 11:00 am – Noon @ TSC
TMH brings expert cardiologists for a weekly series of lunchtime events. Lunch served, $3 requested donation. Register here or call 850-891-4042
Biometric Health Screenings
Mondays: Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27, from 11:00 am – Noon @ TSC
No-cost Biometric screening include Height, Weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), Blood Pressure, and A1C test (3-month average blood sugar).
Offered by Big Bend Area Health Education Center
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For information about Fitness, Health & Wellness Programs
Contact Ruth Nickens, RN, Health & Wellness Coordinator:
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Want to learn what to do with cold damaged plants?
Wednesday, January 25, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Mark Tancig, Horticulture Agent at UF/IFAS Extension will discuss the December cold snap, how cold weather affects plants, ways to prevent damage, how to best manage your plants after the freeze, plus he will answer your questions. In-person @TSC and on Zoom
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• History of the Old Armory (TSC Building) • RISE ABOVE Exhibit
• Hidden Gems of Paris • Coastal Plains Institute Hike
• Connect with a Classic: Catcher in the Rye
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Contact Maureen Haberfeld, Lifelong Learning & L3X Coordinator:
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Art classes can improve your
health and well-being
Creating art uses different parts of the brain and stimulates the senses
Enjoy something new - challenge yourself
Boost your mood and relieve stress
Meet new people and build community
Discover Art Class Benefits Yourself!
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Call to Artists!
Our next two shows
will feature
Tallahassee Landmarks
&
Color of the Year:
Pantone Viva Magenta
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If you are interested in submitting artwork, contact Heath Hilary McRae:
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For the latest
TSC Art Newsletter
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Contact Heath Hilary McRae, Art Program Coordinator:
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Leon County Senior Outreach |
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Lunch & Learns resume in February! If you live in Bradfordville, Chaires-Capitola, Fort Braden, Lake Jackson, Miccosukee, or Woodville and are 50 years and older, we invite you to join us. Our Lunch & Learn events feature interesting speakers on informative topics. See the schedule here
NEW! Quilting Class in Woodville
Come learn the basics of quilting or share your expertise with others.
Beginning Thursday, February 2, 9:30-11:30 am
Woodville Community Center, 8000 Woodville Hwy
$2 suggested donation
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Contact Lisa Baggett, Leon County Outreach Coordinator:
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A Special Project of the Florida Attorney General
The Seniors vs Crime Project investigates complaints and seeks restitution for seniors in appropriate instances, free of charge. All monies recovered go to the complainant.
Tuesday and Wednesday
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
at the Tallahassee Senior Center
The Primary Mission of the Seniors Vs Crime Project is to reduce the victimization of senior citizens who are targeted for specific crimes or scams based on their age.
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or Contact Nick Schrader, Senior Resources Coordinator
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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 and file it. You will leave with a printed copy of the return and your original documents. Mask required at appointments.
Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N Monroe St.
February 1 - April 18
Monday - Friday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Call 850-891-4030 for appointment
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Give the Gift of Senior Services |
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Are you celebrating a birthday or a special occasion? If you have enough "stuff," consider asking friends to donate to the Senior Center.
To do this, you must have a Facebook account/profile,
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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.
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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+. |
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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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Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation | 850-891-4000 | 1400 N. Monroe St. www.TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org |
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