virtual activities
ZOOM CLASSES OFFERED BY SENIOR CENTER
ZOOM CLASSES OFFERED BY SENIOR CENTER
ZOOM CLASSES OFFERED BY SENIOR CENTER
**Please call the center at 810-635-4122 to sign up. You will give your name and email and a one time email will be sent to you for the class link. This link can be used over and over again to enter the class on the date and time the class is to take place. If you need the link sent to you once more, please call the center to request it!
TAI CHI: Tuesday and Thursday -- 10:00AM - 11:00AM
SASSY EXERCISE: Monday and Wednesday -- 11:30AM - 12:30AM
GRIEF SUPPORT
ZOOM CLASSES OFFERED BY SENIOR CENTER
ZOOM CLASSES OFFERED BY SENIOR CENTER
Heartland Grief Support will be hosting an in person Grief Support Group on:
April 21st at 11:00am
May 19th, 2021 at 11:00am
Call the center for a link to be emailed to you for the meeting.
in person events
REAL ID SEMINAR
Where: Swartz Creek Senior Center
When: Monday, April 19, 20212:00pm 3:00pm
RSVP at: 810-635-4122
Space is limited, masks are required.
You will learn: Is the Michigan REAL ID compliant driver’s license or ID card right for you? How to renew your license or State ID card Veterans Designation & on on Licenses and ID cards
Watercolor Painting Class
Time: 1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Cost (2 Sessions): $10
When: Thursday, May 6th and 13th
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, May 20th and 27th 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 April 21st, 2021. At this time the public is unable to join Board Meetings due to CoVid 19 Orders.
BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, April 27th, from 2:30pm-3:30pm
RSVP @ 810 635 4122
Book: The Indigo Girl
By: Natasha BoydAre you looking for an opportunity to connect with others who enjoy reading as much as you do? The Book Club meets the last Tuesday of each month to discuss some of your favorite books and authors. New participants are always welcome!
BEGINNER FAMILY MEMORIES CLASS
Would you be interested in a Beginner Family Memories class? They will be held on the first Thursday of every month.
Call 810-635-4122 to RSVP!
When: May 1st, 2021 from
1:00pm - 2:00pm
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Seminar
New one-hour program explores common warning signs of Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association® developed the new 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s education program to help people recognize common signs of the disease and know what to watch for in themselves and others.
The free one-hour program:
· Explores typical age-related changes. Describes common signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Offers tips for how to approach someone about memory concerns. Explains the importance of early detection and benefits of diagnosis. Details possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process. Identifies helpful Alzheimer’s Association resources.
WHEN AND WHERE?: The program will be held via Zoom on June 29th, 2021 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Call/email the 24/7 Alzheimer's Association Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 or helplinegmc@alz.org to learn more or sign up.
Coney Dog/Sloppy Joe Fundraiser
When: Thursday May 20th from 11:00am—2:00pm
Where: Swartz Creek Area Senior Center
Cost:
Pre-pay - $7.00
Pay at Door - $8.00
A To-Go style version of your favorite luncheon!
You can pre-pay for you meal ahead of time for $7.00. Or you can pay $8.00 the day of the lunch at the door. Take it home or to a park if it is a nice sunny day to enjoy your meal!
Menu
Coney Dog or Sloppy Joe
Chips/Pickle
Water Bottle
Dessert
MATTER OF BALANCE
Cost for the participant manual is FREE. Classes are conducted over seven sessions, meeting once a week.
To sign up for the class please call 810-635-4122.
Space is limited. Masks are required.
Location: Swartz Creek Area Senior Center
1:30pm – 3:00pm
Friday, June 4, 2021
Friday, June 11, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021
Friday, June 25, 2021
Friday, July 2, 2021
Friday, July 16, 2021
Friday, July 23, 2021
*No class Friday, July 9, 2021*
Swartz Creek Area Senior Center 2021 Board of Trustees Election Coming in June!
VOTE: Voting will take place Tuesday, June 1st thru Friday, June 4th,2021.
TIME: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Candidate list will be posted on Friday, May 1st, 2021.
Eligible voters will be seniors 50 and older who live in the Swartz Creek Area School District or Gaines Township and have a current membership prior to April 23rd, 2021.
Ongoing Activities (LIST SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)
Mondays
Beginner Yoga 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Imp. Beg. Line Dancing 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pinochle 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Crochet 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Sassy Exercise 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Beg. Round Dancing 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 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.
Cardio with Heather 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wood Carving 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Yoga With Props 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Dominoes 3:30 p.m.
Yoga 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Book Club 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Last Tues. of every month)
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 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Intro. to Tai Chi 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Mah Jongg 6:00 p.m.
Setback 6:30 p.m.
Fluke 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
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)
Yoga with props 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Yoga: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Basic Line Dancing 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. (April -October)
Pinochole 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: TBA
Time: 6:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m.
Cost: $5.00
Pizza, Pop, and Bottled Water for purchase.
Cup of Water, Coffee and Snacks are free during the dance.
Must be 50 or older to dance.