Brain Games are Back!
Every 3rd Friday of the Month | 2:00 pm | Computer Lab
We will play a variety of Trivia Games. You must sign up in the front office each month. If we do not have enough to sign up brain games will not meet for the month. Benefits of brain games for seniors: 1. Improves memory 2. Enhances reaction time 3. Enables faster thinking 4. Improves cognitive abilities 5. Increases concentration levels 6. Have a better understanding of things 7. Learn to strategize, plan and do your things independently. Sign up now.
Elvis Birthday Celebration
Wednesday, January 8 | 1:00 pm | Theater
Entertainment provided by Matt “Elvis” Dollar Band. We will serve some of Elvis’s favorite snacks. Cost is $5.00 paid at sign up. Sign up now.
Learn French!
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 12 | Room 230 | $56.00 per person, paid to instructor first day of class
Beginner French: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Intermediate French I: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Intermediate French II: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Advanced French: 10:00 – 11:00 am
You must sign up in the front office for this class.
Clay 101
Tuesdays, January 7 – March 19 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Clay Room
Must have prior clay experience. Cost: $30.00. Sign up begins Wednesday, December 11.
You and Your Sewing Machine
Tuesdays, January 7 – March 19 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | Room 303
Do you struggle to set up your sewing machine? After this sewing workshop, you’ll walk away with more confidence and skill to help you tackle your first (or next) DIY project! Materials will be provided; the student must bring their own sewing machine and thread. Sign up now.
Fusion Dance
Wednesdays, January 8 – March 20 | 10:00 am | Room 302
Join us for a Jazz Fusion Dance class. This Fusion Dance class incorporates ragtime moves, the Charleston, Lindy Hop, and Hip-Hop as well as Latin Style dancing the Mambo and Salsa. Think of it like Broadway and the Rockettes meet Zumba! This class is a great way to learn to dance and get a workout in at the same time. All levels are welcome. Sign up now
Fusion Dance Advanced
Wednesdays, January 8 – March 20 | 10:00 am | Room 302
This is an advanced class for those ready to move on from the beginner class.
Hand Building with Clay
Wednesdays, January 8 – March 20 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Clay Room
Hand-building with pottery is another way of working with clay. The basic techniques are easy to learn, and the range of forms you can produce is endless. You will have the opportunity to make functional or more sculptural pieces. Each class will have demos of different forms, handles, and clay impression
decoration. Basic clay form building methods with slabs, coils and pinch pots will be discussed in detail. Cost is $30.00. Sign up begins Wednesday, December 11.
Abstract Painting Course
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 12 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Room 303
Enjoy the fun of painting without limits! Even if you are a realist painter this class will open new avenues to enhance your style. All painting is decorative…the realist paints that they see; barns and cows, fields and streams while focusing on depth and shading. Drawing skills are not necessary for the successful abstract artist. The abstract painter can still focus on depth and shading but the important aspects are placement of colors, shapes and texture. Michael will lead you through some fun exercises to explore the world of abstract painting. You may be the next Jackson Pollock or Georgia O’Keeffe. Cost is $20 at sign up and you will need to pick up a supply list. Limit 12 people. Sign up now.
Beginner Oil Painting
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 12 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Room 303
Oil painting is a type of painting produced using oil-based paints. Oil painting involves using pigments that use a medium of drying oil as the binder and painting with them on a canvas. Cost is $20 at sign up and you will need to pick up a supply list when you sign up. Limit of 12 people. Sign up now
Advanced Hand Building with Clay
Thursdays, January 9 – March 21 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | Clay Room
This advanced level pottery class is designed to further knowledge and experience hand-building with clay. In this class, you will learn to create more complex forms and are encouraged to develop your own style. Cost is $30.00. Sign up begins Wednesday, December 11
Acrylic Painting
Thursdays, January 9 – February 13 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Room 303
This beginner class provides the basics of using acrylic paints and the techniques needed to create finished artwork. Different acrylic mediums and styles will be introduced as well. Students will have the opportunity to paint various subjects that will incorporate the techniques learned. Taught by Michael Farrar. The cost is $20 paid at sign up and you will need to pick up a supply list when you sign up. Limit to 12 people. Sign up now
Watercolor Painting
Thursdays, January 9 – February 13 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 303
Watercolor painting is the process of painting with pigments that are mixed with water. Taught by Michael Farrar. Cost is $20 paid at sign up and you
will need to pick up a supply list at sign up. Limit of 12 people. Sign up now.
One of a Kind Bead Bracelets
Thursdays, January 9 – February 13 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 303
Watercolor painting is the process of painting with pigments that are mixed with water. Taught by Michael Farrar. Cost is $20 paid at sign up and you
will need to pick up a supply list at sign up. Limit of 12 people. Sign up now.
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Tuesdays, January 14 – February 18 | 10:00 – 10:45 am | Room 230
Have you been wanting to play that guitar that’s been sitting in your house for years but don’t know where to start? Well, here’s the time to learn! Cost: $40 paid to instructor at sign up. YOU MUST SIGN UP! 5 person max! Sign up now
Flower Arranging: Floral Topiary
Thursday, January 16 | 10:00 am | Multipurpose Room
You will make a floral topiary out of fresh flowers. Please bring stem cutters. Taught by Phillis Fortney. Cost: $10 at sign up and $10 day of class to instructor. Sign up now
Movie Day: The Long Game
Friday, February 7 | 1:00 pm | Atrium
Based on true events, in 1955, five young MexicanAmerican caddies, out of the love for the game, were determined to learn how to play, so they created their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert. Ft. Dennis Quaid and Jay Hernandez. Popcorn will be served. Must bring your own drink. Sign up now.
Valentines Day Party
Friday, February 14 | 1:30 – 3:00 pm | Atrium
Come join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s themed finger foods will be served and entertainment TBD. Cost is $5.00. Sign up begins Friday, December 13.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Monday, March 17 | 1:30 – 2:30 pm | Atrium
Come join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Finger foods will be served and join us for St. Patrick’s Day Bingo. This event is limited to 100 people. Don’t forget to wear your green! Sign up begins January 3.
