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Senior Recreation Center Newsletter

August 2014

Upcoming Events

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Annual Gainesville Senior Games - will be held on October 3 -
12! This years Games will once again be presented by UF Health
and hosted by the Gainesville Sports Commission. Hundreds of
athletes ages 50 and over will compete in 11 sports events all
around Alachua County and the City of Gainesville. Events Include:
Archery, basketball, billiards, bowling, cycling, golf, swimming,
table tennis, track & field and a 5K Race. For more information
about the Senior Games or to register please visit
www.gainesvillesportscommision.com or call Gainesville Sports
Commission at 3523389300 or email:
mcrimmins@gainesvillesportscommission.com.

2014 Craft Show This years Craft Show will be held on October
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from 9 am 3 pm at the Alachua County Senior Recreation
Center. Registration forms are ready and can be picked up at the
Senior Center or from Joy Flowers. For more information, contact
352-265-9040

4th Annual Senior Health Fair - We are introducing some exciting
changes this year. We are adding more vendors (60+) that cater to
our communitys seniors. The event has been moved to a new venue:
The North Florida Retirement Village (aka The Village) at 8000
NW 27th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606 near Santa Fe College. In
addition, flu vaccinations will be provided again this year just before
the cold and flu season begins. Please join us on October 2nd from
9am 1pm for a fun and informative day catering to Gainesvilles
seniors. Call 352-519-4425 with any questions.

Dash Diet Eating Plan - Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
(DASH). Learn about flexible and balanced eating plan that is based
on research. . (NICHE) Friday August 29
th
, 2014 at 10:00 12:00
noon. Light snacks provided. Please register at (352) 265-0940.




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We offer Subway To-Go lunches for $5 per box. Boxed meals consist of
a regular 6 cold sub, chips and a cookie. All served individually with a
mayo/mustard packet, napkin and a mint inside a stackable box. You may
choose Black Forest Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, Tuna or Veggie Delight.
Served on white or wheat bread with American cheese, lettuce, tomato,
and pickles. We do ask that you eat at the multipurpose room tables or a
classroom - not in the general seating areas or carpeted rooms.
Please call the Senior Center (352-265-9040) the day prior to
place your order. Each box is $5 and we are only accepting cash
at this time. Correct change is appreciated.

AARP Monthly Meeting There is no AARP Chapter meeting in August.

AARP Driving Safety Class - Open to all seniors 55 and over, the
objectives of the course include: understanding the effects of aging on
driving, learning defensive driving strategies aimed at reducing the
likelihood of being involved in a crash, and updating knowledge of the rules
of the road. The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.
Please contact 352-333-3036 to register. Wednesday, August 20
th
,
9:00AM 3:30PM [Shands HealthCare Wellness Education Room @
the SRC].

Advance Directives: Volunteer Speakers Bureau Do you know how to
talk to your loved ones about difficult life situations? Attend a free workshop
to understand how to complete your Advance Directives. Come join us to
learn about planning and decision making. Materials provided. The
workshop will be held on Friday, August 1
st
@ 1:00 PM and Monday
August 11
th
@ 9:00 AM. Please Register at (352) 265-9040.

American Sewing Guild Picnic. The presenter will be Baraba Cannon &
Kathy Nelson. Travel Organizer. For more information, please contact
Barbara Herbert @ 352-335-4062 or Marie Addison @ 727-418-8249.
Date: August 27
th
Time: 9:30 AM 12 noon

Apple iDevice Users Group In these sessions we will share our
collective knowledge to make our devices more useful. Active participation
is encouraged and each session will focus on a specific area. This is a
moderated discussion group rather than a 'how to' class, and we will share
useful apps and tricks for your iPad or iPhone. This is not a class for
beginners. Students should: Be comfortable with iPad/iPhone operation as
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covered in the advanced iPad class, be comfortable navigating the App
Store and downloading apps, have the latest version of iOS on their device,
and Bring your iDevice and passwords.
Date: Tuesday August 19
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Time: 9 am 11 am
Please register at 352-265-9040

Bidwist - Bid whist is a partnership trick-taking variant of the classic card
game whist. Bid whist adds a bidding element to the game that is not
present in classic whist. Four people play in partnerships of two against
two. Come play a friendly game of Bid Whist! All levels of card players are
welcome. Games will be held on Fridays @ 10 am. If interested, please
register by contacting Rosemary Christy at (352) 246-1776 or
rchr233283@aol.com.

Bingo Bingo is here! Come relax and join the SRC for a fun game of
Bingo! Donations will be accepted to provide prizes and to benefit the
Senior Recreation Center. Please contact Angie (352-284-4972) or Aida
(352-377-3876) with any questions. Bingo will be called every Friday of
the month 9:30 AM 12:00 PM.

Bookmobile - Come enjoy an air conditioned, mini-library on wheels in the
Senior Recreation Center Parking lot! The BookMobile will be at the SRC
on the 2
nd
and 4
th
Monday of the month 2:00PM 5:00PM.

Bridge Groups:
Duplicate Bridge Group - For further information about this
Duplicate Bridge Group, contact Ray at 352-284-0210. Duplicate
Bridge will be played on Aug 18
th
10:00AM 3:00PM
Laura Stewart Bridge Club - The Laura Stewart Bridge Group
meets every Tuesday 9:00AM 2:00PM

Chess Club Chess club will not be meeting again until October.

Craft Class with Joy Flowers Come enjoy a craft class
with friends. All materials will be provided. Registration is
required (352-265-9040). Craft class every 1
st
and 3
rd

Thursday at 12:30 PM

Craft/Scrapbooking/ Card Making Workshop - Bring your favorite
project, whether it is crochet, knitting, working on an album, plastic canvas,
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making cards or whatever else you are into at the moment. Come and
enjoy creating while visiting with friends....Some limited supplies will be
available for your use. There will be a variety of scrapbooking and card
making supplies for sale at a fraction of retail cost. Hope you can join us for
a fun afternoon. See you there. SRC - Dharma Room 4th Thursday of
each month from 2:00PM - 4:00PM.

Computer Class Weekly Computer Classes sponsored by Signature
Healthcare. The class will be divided into two parts. Beginning May 27
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to November 6
th
, every Tuesday from 10 am 11:30 am. Part 1: Basic
Computer Training This class teaches the basics of computer operation
and introduction to Windows. Part 2: The Internet This class teaches
the basics of using the Internet and setting up an email account.
Beginning May 29
th
, every Thursday from 10 am 11:30 am the class
schedule will be as follows:
Microsoft Office: Introduction This class presents an
overview of Microsoft Office and introduction to Word.
May 29
th
; June 26
th
, July 24
th
, Aug. 21
st
; Sept.18
th
; Oct.16
th
.
Microsoft Office: Word This class presents the more advanced
features of Word. June 5
th
; July 3
rd
; Aug. 28
th
; Sept. 25
th
; Oct. 23
rd
.
Social Networking: Introduction to Facebook This class
presents an introduction to Facebook. June 12
th
; July 10
th
; Sept.
4
th
; Oct. 30
th
.
Social Networking Facebook Part II -This class presents a
review of Facebook and how to post pictures and videos. June
19
th
; July 17
th
; Sept. 11
th
; Nov. 6
th
.
Please call 352-265-9040 to register. Space is limited.

Dance for Life Long Health - These classes are organized around themes
and use dance techniques from jazz, modern, and various national styles
that contribute to experiencing the joy of rhythmic motion. Each week we
flex physical, mental, and imaginative muscles to create a new dance.
Dance for Life Long Health is held every Tuesday @ 11:30AM. Class has
been cancelled for August 19
th
.

Encore Dancers Workshop Description - Encore Dancers Workshop
provides mature dancers with an opportunity to continue their practice in an
adult- friendly environment. Rusti Brandman, UF dance faculty emerita and
Shands Arts in Medicine dancer in residence, will facilitate sessions and
expects that the participants will be instrumental in determining the
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direction of the program. The initial plan is that the weekly sessions will
consist of warm up, skills and conditioning, creative exercises, and dance
phrase work using concepts primarily from ballet and modern dance. The
classes will focus on fun, community, and goals important to the group. If
you are dancing and/or have danced in your recent or even distant past,
please join us and keep on dancing forever. Wear comfortable clothing.
Flexible shoes or stockings or bare feet are suggested. For more
information, call 325-273-0880.
Date: Every Thursday @ 3:30PM-4:30PM

Hands-on Handheld The Alachua County Library District will be
at the Senior Center to provide assistance with learning to use
eBook and digital devices on the bookmobile. A digital services
librarian will be there to answer one-on-one questions concerning your
Kindle, Nook, iPad, or any reading device you bring with you. This class will
be on the 2
nd
and 4
th
Monday of the month 2:00PM 5:00PM.

iDevices - Advanced Are you reasonably comfortable with the basics of
Apple iDevices (connecting to wifi, looking at photos, email, surfing the web
and bookmarking websites, downloading apps) and want to learn more?
We'll explore some of the less obvious but very useful things you can do
building on your basic knowledge. This is a hands on, open format course
and topics will vary based on class needs. Bring your questions, iDevice
and all your user names and passwords.
Date: Tuesday Aug 12 & 26 Time: 9 am 11 am
Please register at 352-265-9040

iDevices: Beginner If you have an Apple iDevice (iPad or iPhone) but
you don't use it as much as you would like because it is too mystifying, this
course can help you understand what's going on. This course is intended
for users who want to get more familiar with the basics. Bring your
iDevice and all your user names and passwords. We'll explore the basic
operations and try to demystify it for you. This is a hands on, open format
course and topics will vary based on class needs.
Date: Tuesday Aug 5 & Friday Aug 15 Time: 9 am 11 am
Please register at 352-265-9040

Knit & Crochet If you are interested in learning how to knit or
crochet or are experienced and would like to join a group, this is
the course for you. Bring your G hook and other supplies. All
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skill levels are welcomed. Will teach. Class will be held every Wednesday
@ 2pm.

Mah Jong (Chinese Version) - Everyone is welcome. Well teach you
how to play. Experience fun and laughter with a congenial group. For more
information, contact Meg Malanaphy at 386-462-5752 or Anna Langford at
386-462-5876. Wednesdays, from 12 pm to 4 pm.

Needle Work Group Bring your favorite needle work project, whether it
be crochet, knitting, embroidery or whatever you are into. Come enjoy
some needle work fun while visiting friends. You will need to bring your
own supplies. This group is for people who are experienced with needle
work and want to meet with a group for more enjoyment. We hope to
see you there! Every Tuesday from 9 AM to 11 AM @ the SRC
No registration is required.

New Member Orientation New Member Orientation to all who
are new to the Senior Recreation Center or those who are interested in
learning more about the SRC, ElderCare of Alachua County, and our
programs. Please join us for an informative look at the organization and its
role in the Gainesville community. This months orientation will be held Aug
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@ 9:00 AM

Parkinsons Exercise Program- This program is specifically tailored to
Persons with Parkinsons (PWP). It is designed to help overcome physical
limitations, improve mobility, flexibility and balance, restore confidence and
develop camaraderie among participants. The program is 75-90 minutes in
duration and includes both sitting and standing exercise routines.
Participants with limited mobility should be accompanied by their
caregiver. Please wear comfortable clothing (shorts, tee-shirt, and athletic
shoes). The program will only be meeting on August 26
th
& 29
th
.

Pinochle Club Come enjoy a fun game of cards with new friends.
Pinochle Club meets every Wednesday @ 1:00PM 4:00PM.

Quilters of Alachua County Day Guild The Quilters of Alachua County
Day Guild, Inc. is a non-profit, 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to
preserving the heritage of quilting and related arts for individuals of North
Central Florida through education, inspiration and information. Quilters of
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Alachua County Day Guild meet every Monday and Thursday beginning
@ 9:00AM
QACDG meets monthly on the first Thursday of each month from
9:30 am to noon, at the Senior Recreation Center. Refreshments @
9:30 am. Meeting begins @ 10 am. This months meeting will be
held on Thursday, Aug. 7
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. For more information on the guild, call
Beverly Hilton at 352-373-7791 or go to www.qacdg.org.

Rummikub Join friends for a fun game of Rummikub, a tile based game
ideal for 2 or more players. A great combination of strategy and luck
makes Rummikub the perfect game for all ages.
Every Wednesday, 9 am 12 pm @ the SRC.

Salsa Dancing Learn to move with the rhythm of the music
and get in some great exercise! No rules except have fun!
Class is taught by a native of Venezuela and Latin dancer.
Class is held every Wednesday @ 3 pm. We look forward to
seeing you there!

Samsung Galaxy: Beginner - If you have a Samsung Galaxy smart
device but you don't use it as much as you would like because it is too
mystifying, this course can help you understand what's going on. This
course is intended for users who want to get more familiar with the basics.
Bring your device and all your user names and passwords. We'll explore
the basic operations and try to demystify it for you. This is a hands on,
open format course and topics will vary based on class needs.
Date: Friday Aug 8 Time: 9 am 11 am
Please register at 352-265-9040

Scrabble Club Come in Friday afternoons to enjoy a game of scrabble
with some new friends. If you have a board please feel free to bring it with
you (if you do not own one, there are some available for use). Scrabble
Club meets every Friday @ 1:00PM 4:00PM

SHINE - SHINE provides free, unbiased, and confidential
health insurance counseling through a network of volunteer
counselors. SHINE Counselors empower Florida seniors
and the disabled to make informed healthcare choices. Are you new to
Medicare? Do you have questions, need information, and would like to
speak to a SHINE counselor?
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For further information, call 1-800-96 ELDER (1-800-963-5337).
SHINE meets every 2
nd
& 4
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Tuesday of each month @ 9:00AM

Spanish Class for Beginners Learn a new language and enjoy
socialization. Class will be every Wednesday from 1 pm to 2 pm. Class
size limited to 20. Please call the SRC @ 352-265-9040 to register.

Stroke Victors & Caregiver Support Group A group for stroke victors
and their caregivers to encourage and support one another in their quest to
find a new normal after suffering a stroke. Our goal is to be a one-stop
place to get information about strokes for those in our community. We have
the support of the UF speech pathology program. We meet weekly from
3:30 to 5 on Thursdays at the Senior Recreation Center.
Stamping & Card making Creating cards and stamping
techniques. Bring you current project and supplies. Join this wonderful
opportunity for creativity, friendship and sharing ideas while make beautiful
handmade cards. For more information, contact Lynn at 352-376-
8855. This month the class will be on Tuesday Aug 12
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from 1:00 PM
4:00 PM.

Swing and Sway Dance On Sunday August 17th between 3 and 5 PM
the Swing and Sway dance club will host a social and dance featuring the
popular Mr. October who will sing and DJ. All adults are invited. You dont
need a partner and even if you dont dance you can come and enjoy a wide
variety of music, socialize, or just watch the fun. Bring your own snacks and
beverages (if you wish even wine and beer, but please drink responsibly).
Otherwise cookies, coffee, tea, water, and ice will be provided. The Swing
and Sway Dance Club is a non-profit activity and all its officers and
associates are non-paid volunteers. Admission will be $7 per person.
Funds received at these dances are used to pay for music and overhead.

Tai Chi: Tai Chi will begin again on August 29
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. For more
information please visit http://www.gainesvilletaichi.com/ or call
Paul Campbell at (352) 371-3718.
Fridays 11:30 AM 12:30 PM Woodcarving & Whittling
Learn how to carve character, dogs, cats, floral, human face,
walking sticks, pipes, and more. Promote social interaction, stimulate your
brain, and eye-hand coordination while having fun and learning a new skill!
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Woodcarving & Whittling will be on every Thursday @ 9:00AM 12:00
PM

Yoga Yoga promotes health, balance, and general
wellness for all who practice. This is a specially designed
Yoga program for the benefit of older adults. Please wear
comfortable clothes. Pre-registration and medical
consent form is required. Yoga class is held with Shivani
on Monday and Friday, 10:00-11:15 and Yoga with Susan
on Tuesday, 10:00 -11:15.

Chair Yoga Join us for an hour chair yoga class. Increase flexibility,
decrease pain, relax, and enhance your sense of well-being. We will move
from breathing and seated relaxation through gentle seated exercises and
yoga poses for the upper and lower body, to carefully guided standing
postures using the chair. Please bring a yoga mat and towel are required
(The Senior Recreation Center does have yoga mats to loan to members
free of charge.) Pre-registration and medical consent form is required.
Contact Susan for more information (smickelb@att.net). Registration
required. Chair Yoga will be held every Tuesday at 11:30AM

Zumba Gold - The Zumba Gold Fitness program is second to
none. It is an innovative, fun and exciting program. It was
designed for the active older adult. The main difference
between Zumba Gold and Zumba Basic is Zumba Gold is
done at a lower intensity, not as fast, but it certainly is as
fun. Zumba is held Monday @ 3:00PM, Wednesday @
10:00AM, and Friday @ 1:00 PM [Multipurpose Room].

Mondays Zumba class is sponsored by
Forest Meadows Funeral Home & Cemeteries, Inc.
Wednesdays Zumba class is sponsored by
Fletcher Johnson Insurance.
Fridays Zumba class is sponsored by
ElderCare of Alachua County


The Senior Recreation Center is located at 5701 NW 34
th
Blvd,
Gainesville, FL 32653 and is open Monday Friday from 8:00AM
5:00PM. All classes are free to any resident of Alachua County 60+,
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unless otherwise noted. In addition to these classes we always have
a game room, computer room, and fitness center which are all open
to members during regular business hours. The Fitness Center is
offered to Alachua County Residents 55+ for $63.60 annually
[prorated from the time of registration] which includes working
with our Fitness Supervisor who is there to assist members from
8:00AM 12:00PM daily.

For more information you can contact us at 352-265-9040. You
can also find our calendar of events on our website at
http://alachuacountyactiveseniors.net







It has been brought to our attention that there is a letter
circulating requesting money to keep the Senior
Recreation Center open. We would never ask for money in
the format in which you have been asked. Anytime you
receive a request for money to keep the center open, it is a
scam and you should ignore it.

If you are a victim of this scam please use the link below
to report and document this event.
http://ehome.uspis.gov/fcsexternal/default.aspx
If you are unable to access the link please take a moment
to call the U.S. Postal Service at
1-877-876-2455 to report this fraud.

Please accept our apologies.