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See what's happening
at the Senior Center!
Our activity calendar
is on-line.
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Hearing Screenings
Thurs., Nov. 14, 10:00 am – Noon
For non-hearing aid wearers. Offered by Audiology Associates, in the Senior Center Health Suite.
For appointment, contact: Judy Shipman 850-891-4047
Caregiver Support Group
Thurs., Nov. 14, 11:00 am
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 Judy.shipman@talgov.com or call 850-891-4047
Lunch with the Doctor: All About Diabetes
Fri., Nov. 15, 11:00 am – Noon
November is Diabetes Awareness month – a time to raise awareness of this complex disease. Learn more about prevention, detection, and current treatments. Presented by Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare.
Lunch served. $5 requested donation. Register Here
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Brain Games with Ruth
Tue., Nov. 19, 10:30 – 11:30 am
Brain Games aren't just for fun, they can help keep your brain younger and healthier! Join Ruth for an hour of fun, challenges, and prizes in the Health Suite.
Monthly Hike
Wed., Nov. 20, 9:00 am
JR Alford Greenway, Bluebird Trail (3.3 miles). Meet at 2500 Pedrick Rd.
Please Read Hike Information Here
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Whole Food, Plant-Based Holiday Cooking Class
Mon., Nov. 18, 10:00 am
Get ready for the holidays with some delicious healthy whole food plant-based dishes using fresh cranberries. Join Robin Bateman and learn to cook a cranberry sweet potato casserole and a delicious fresh cranberry relish.
Jewish Partisans During the Holocaust
Mon., Nov. 25, 2:00 pm on ZOOM
The partisans were organized resistance groups in Nazi-occupied Europe during WWII, who fought back against the Nazi occupiers. Their goals were survival, rescue of fellow Jews, sabotage of the Germans, and support of the Allies in winning the war. Presented by Lauren Ray, volunteer Docent Educator at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.
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Registration is open for December Art Workshops. | |
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Botanical Bas Relief
Fridays, Dec. 6 & 13, 9 am - 12 noon
Learn the art of pressing flowers and leaves into clay. You'll then pour plaster of paris, paint your relief, and fire your clay design. Suitable for all skill levels.
Zentangle® - at Optimist Park
Wednesdays, Dec. 4 & 11, 1 - 4 pm
Draw unique and new expressive forms with a stroke of a pen and a pencil. Must have attended an Introduction to Zentangle.
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Call to Artists for our next showcase in the Dining Gallery:
PORTRAITS SHOWCASE
(People or Pets - 2 artworks per artists)
Hanging Showcase:
Wed., Nov. 14, from 9 - 10am in the Dining Room
Feel free to drop off artwork in the Art Program Coordinator's office before November 14 and fill out an artwork label and tape it to the back of your artwork.
Please email heathhilary.mcrae@talgov.com with questions.
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Wellness Circle
November Topic “MEDICARE 101” with Clay Dodson of Dodson Insurance
Wed., Nov. 20, 11:00 am
Jake Gaither Community Center: 801 Bragg Dr.
Suggested donation is $2 per class, includes snack and beverage.
Pre-registration is required – Contact Beverly.womble@talgov.com or call 850-891-4045
For more information on Southside Senior Outreach Programs, Click Here
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Drop in to try a few steps with the Capital Twirlers Square Dance Club!
Mon., Nov. 18 at 7-8 PM - Free!
Second Floor Auditorium
Square dancing is a delightfully energetic activity set to great music, with 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.) Bring a partner, if you can, to get the most out of the event. Lessons begin on Jan. 27, from 7 to 8 PM and continue on Monday nights for the next 12-15 weeks.
For more information, call 850-386-1440 or email ebguthrie@comcast.net or visit https://www.facebook.com/Tallahasseetwirlers
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Deck the Halls is an event you don’t want to miss. Join us for an evening filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and fantastic shopping opportunities.
Make plans to join us
for Deck the Halls!
Friday, December 6 at 6 pm
Click Here for Tickets and Information
This event raises funds to support
Senior Center programming.
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Tallahassee Senior Foundation job openings
Partnership Engagement Specialist with the primary responsibility being business partner and sponsor relations, recruitment, and retention.
UPSLIDE & Wellness Program Assistant will assist UPSLIDE and Health/Wellness Coordinators with clinical and administrative duties.
Evening Building Leader oversees the operations of the Senior Center during evening and weekend hours.
For more information and how to apply, CLICK HERE
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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.
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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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