in person events
GRIEF SUPPORT
Heartland Grief Support has suspended their Grief Support meetings until January of 2022.
MONTHLY BINGO WITH AMERICAN HOUSE
Starting in October, American House will host a monthly bingo event at the Swartz Creek Senior Center! No cost and all supplies are provided. Bring your own dobber if you so choose! Small prizes will be available to win!
When: The first Thursday of the month at 10:00am. Next Event: November 4th, 2021
ADVANCE CARE PLANNING
Planning in Advance for Future Healthcare
Choices
Wednesday October 27th, 2021
What if you become seriously ill or injured?
What if you could not speak for yourself?
Do you know who would be making decisions regarding your healthcare?
Tommie Franklin RN, the ACP facilitator, will be at our center the first Wednesday of every month for appointments to discuss Advance Care Planning. Call today to get your appointment at our center
810 635 4122.
Watercolor Painting Class
Time: 1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Cost (2 Sessions): $10
When: Thursday, November 4th & November 11th
Join Peggy Mattson as she teaches you how to paint with watercolors. Supplies are not provided. Ask for a sample copy of painting, an outline sketch, and supply list when signing up for the class. Advanced sign up is required. Payment is required at the time of sign up.
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED!
STILL LIFE PENCIL DRAWING CLASS
Cost (2 Sessions): $10
When: Thursday, October 22nd and October 29th from 1:00pm 3:00pm
Where: Swartz Creek Senior Center
Join Peggy Mattson as she teaches you how to draw with Pencil. Supplies are not provided. You will need a #2 Pencil, white paper and a gum eraser for this class. Advanced sign up is required. Payment is required at the time of sign up. RESERVATIONS ARE NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED!
Board Meeting Notice
The next board meeting will be held on November 10th, 2021 @ 10:00 a.m.
Support Group for Caregivers
Caring for Loved Ones with Memory Loss
Wednesday, November 3rd, 10:00 a.m.
Facilitated by the Alzheimer's AssociationThis Support Group provides caregivers: An opportunity to gain support from others who are caring for a loved one with progressive memory loss. Information on how to cope. A listening ear and answers to questions about the diagnosis and its consequences. A connection to vital community resources.
Hearing Screenings
Tuesday, October 26th, 2021
PROVIDED BY: YOUR HEARING SOLUTION
Offered at the Center once a month.
Call the Center to make an appointment 810-635-4122
Do you often have to ask others to repeat themselves?
Do others complain to you that the TV is too loud?
Do you hear, but not always understand?
Free hearing evaluation available at the senior center.
* Hearing aid cleaning and adjustments at no charge.
* Fees apply for battery replacement.
Book Club
Are you looking for an opportunity to connect with others who enjoy reading as much as you do?
New participants are always welcome!
Next Meeting: October 26th, 2021 from 3:00pm—4:00pm
Book: We Hope For Better Things, by Erin Bartels
Technology Assistance Appointment's
Every other week on Friday there will be two one hour technology assistance appointments available at the Swartz Creek Senior Center. These appointments are generously provided by the Disability Network. Please call the senior center to reserve a spot: (810) 635-4122. You will be asked to tell us what device and specific issue you need assistance with.
When: Appointments are full for November. Keep an eye out for December dates!
Ongoing Activities
Mondays
Beginner Yoga 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Imp. Beg. Line Dancing 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sassy Exercise 11:30 - 12:30 p.m.
Pinochle 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Crochet 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Beg. Ballroom Dance 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Int. Round Dancing 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
Hand, Knee & Foot 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
Beg. Square Dance 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
Yoga 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Knitting Group 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Beg. Tai Chi 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Toning Exercise 11:00 - Noon
Mah Jongg 12:30 p.m.
Wood Carving 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Dominoes 3:30 p.m.
Book Club 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Last Tues. of every month. Suspended for summer months.)
5 Handed Euchre 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Wednesdays
Veteran Appointments (1st Wednesday of the month)
Zumba 9:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Board Meeting 10:00 a.m. (2nd Wed. of every month)
Alzheimer's Support Group 10:00 a.m. (1st wed. of each month)
Grief Support Group 11:00 a.m. (3rd Wed. of every month)
Sassy Exercisers 11:30 -12:30 p.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Mah Jongg 6:00 p.m.
Setback 6:30 p.m.
Hearing Screening by appointments (Last Wed. of every month)
Thursdays
Yoga 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Intermediate Tai Chi 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Toning Exercise 11:00 - 12:00 Noon
Pinochle 12:30 p.m.
Watercolor Paint Class 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (1st & 2nd Thurs. of each month)
Pencil Drawing Class 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (1st & 2nd Thurs. of each month)
Basic Line Dancing 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. (April -October)
Pinochle 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.
Euchre 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.
Fridays
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program 11:00 - 12:00 Noon
Friday Night Dances
The Senior Center is hosting bi-monthly dances on Friday nights. No need to sign up, just pay at the door!
Dates: October 22nd, November 5th and November 19th
Time: 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Cost: $5.00
Cup of Water and Coffee available
Must be 50 or older to attend.
**Music provided by Jim Hedrich!