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Main Number
(954) 450-6888
Transportation
(954) 450-6850
Senior Residences
(954) 450-6960
City of Pembroke Pines
Community Services Department
Adult Day Care
(954) 450-6855
301 N. W. 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines, FL
www.ppines.com • Fax: (954) 450-6899
May 2015
Mother’s DayCelebration
Celebrating Older Americans Month
Friday, May 8, 2015 8:00am -10:00am
Free Continental Breakfast
for registered members
Sponsored by Pill Box Pharmacy
Sign up at the Activities Desk
today! Deadline to register
is Tuesday, May 5, 2015
by 3:00 PM
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
Join us for the
34TH ANNU
Each May, the nation celebrates Older Americans Month to recognize older
Americans for their contributions and provide them with information to help them
stay healthy and active. This year, in honor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of
the Older Americans Act (OAA), we are focused on how older adults are taking
charge of their health, getting engaged in their communities, and making a positive
impact in the lives of others. The theme for Older Americans Month 2015 is “Get
into the Act.” By promoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and inclusivity,
more Americans than ever before can “Get into the Act.” Please stop by the
activities desk and pick up an event schedule for the month of May!
5th ANNUAL SENIOR
A L
Broward Aging Network Conference
Will be held at the
Southwest Focal Point Senior Center
Tuesday & Wednesday, May 19 & 20, 2015
from 9:00am - 3:30pm
For further information, please call Karen at (954) 745-9567
SPELLING BEE
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 • 12:30pm till 2:00pm
Cash prizes will be awarded to First
Place, Second Place and Third Place
winners! Individuals who are interested
in participating in this competition
should sign up at the Activities Desk
by the deadline of May 8, 2015.
The Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue, is located
in the heart of Pembroke Pines. Membership at the SWFPCC for adults 18 and
older is free but required. If you need a change of pace, want new opportunities to
meet people, build a support network, information, or simply a place to read a book
or shoot pool please call The SWFP Community Center at 954-450-6888.
A nationally designated All-America City, Pembroke Pines is a hub of traditional and international flavor, ranging from its residents and businesses to
its food and shopping. Easily accessed from I-95, the Florida Turnpike, I-75 and The Palmetto Expressway in South Broward County, Pembroke Pines
enjoys a reputation as an innovative and progressive community which boasts a strong commitment to education, business, and the environment.
Daytime Classes
The City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center is
accepting registrations for daytime classes for adults and seniors. A complete
listing of classes appears below.
To participate in any classes one must be a registered member of the center
(membership is FREE). Members must present their SWFP membership card
when signing up for all classes, activities and events. The deadline for registration
is no later than one week prior to class beginning. All classes are held at the SWFP
Community Center. To see a schedules of all activities held at the Community
Center please visit www.ppines.com.
Basic Computer Skills (In Spanish)
YOU Can Sew!
Flower Arranging Workshop
This easy beginner’s course, which has been
created specifically for Spanish-speaking
individuals, will enable students to perform basic
computer functions as well as understand basic
computer vocabulary and technology. Offered in
6 weeks sessions. Mondays 9:30am - 11:30am.
6/1/15 - 7/6/15. $42.00 per person
(18 yrs. & older - offered day and evening)
In this “no pressure” course the emphasis is on
having fun and creating projects you want to sew!
Whether its bags, aprons, potholders, pillows or
garments – you will have fun as you create!
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials not
included. Wednesdays 9:30am -11:30 am.
6/3/15 - 7/8/15. $38.00 per person (55 yrs. &
older) $42.00 per person (54 yrs. & under offered day or evening)
In this all-inclusive workshop, there will be a
different theme and project each class and at the
end of the workshop, each student will take their
arrangement home! No need to bring anything!
Price includes everything; flowers, containers,
bows, decorations and more! Taught by Susana
Farber, Professional Floral Designer and owner of
“Susana’s Creations”. Workshops offered twice a
month on Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am. Price per
class: $18.00 per person. Includes ALL Materials!
(Must register the day before by 4:00pm)
Dates for upcoming workshops are:
May – 5/12/15 and 5/26/15
June – 6/9/15 and 6/23/15
Intermediate Computer Skills
(In Spanish)
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Mondays 12:00pm 2:00pm. 6/1/15 - 7/6/15. $42.00 per person
(18 yrs. & older - offered day and evening)
Beginner’s Guitar
For the complete beginner! Bring your guitar
and get the guidance and instruction you need to
learn how to play the guitar. In this class you will
learn basic picking and strumming techniques,
chords and a small repertoire of tunes. Course
book can be purchased from instructor. Students
will also have the opportunity to perform on stage
at city events! Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Fridays 9:30am - 10:30am. 6/5/15 - 7/17/15 (no
class 7/3/15).
$30.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$50.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Intermediate Guitar
This class is for the student who already has an
understanding of basic guitar skills, techniques,
and playing basic chords to simple songs. Course
book can be purchased from instructor. Students
will also have the opportunity to perform on stage
at city events! Students must have taken
Beginner’s Guitar and have written approval
from the instructor to register for this class.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Fridays 10:30am11:30am. 6/5/15 - 7/17/15 (no class 7/3/15).
$30.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$50.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Knitting
for FUN!
In this class you will learn the basics of knitting
and will knit your stress away! Create beautiful
scarves, jewelry, washcloths, dish towels and
much, much more as you “sit, knit and socialize!”
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials not
included. Mondays 9:00am-11:00am.
6/1/15 - 7/6/15.
$38.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$58.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Basic Conversational English
This easy, beginner’s course will teach you how to
think, listen and eventually speak in English! In
this class, you will learn how to effectively
communicate in English in a variety of social and
professional settings. Offered in 6 weeks
sessions. Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am.
6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$38.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$58.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Intermediate Conversational
English
The next step after Basic Conversational, students
will expand their basic configuration and
conversational patterns of Modern English.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Must have taken
Basic to register. Wednesdays 12:00pm - 2:00pm.
6/3/15 - 7/8/15.
$38.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$58.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Drawing Fundamentals
The foundation of all studio art classes is
drawing. Students will learn the fundamentals of
drawing including the study of line, perspective,
light and shade, form and proportion in this easy
to follow class. Mediums students will use are
graphite pencil, charcoal and pen & ink. Offered
in 6 weeks sessions. Materials not included Bring a sketch pad, drawing pencil to your first
class. Wednesdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm.
6/3/15 - 7/8/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Advanced Drawing
The next step after Drawing Fundamentals, this
class will expand your knowledge of drawing
techniques. Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Materials not included - Bring a sketch pad,
drawing pencil to your first class. Thursdays
9:00am - 11:00am. 6/4/15 - 7/9/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Beginner’s Painting
Learn the basic skills needed to start painting in
this easy to follow class. Offered in 6 weeks
sessions. Materials not included. Fridays 9:30am
- 11:30am. 6/5/15 - 7/17/15 (no class 7/3/15).
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Daytime Classes
Figure Drawing
Heirloom Fabric Crafts (Tuesdays)
Explore the world of figure drawing in this easy
to follow course. With the use of live, fully
clothed models, students will learn the
fundamental skills of figure drawing. This class
will help you gain knowledge of and develop
sensitivity to the intricacies of the human form.
Some previous drawing experience is desired.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials not
included - Bring a sketch pad, drawing pencil to
your first class. Tuesdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm.
6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. This class meets
once a week; both mornings and afternoons with
a break in between. Tuesdays, 9:30am - 11:30am
and 12:00pm - 2:00pm. 6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$30.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$50.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Intro to Watercolor
Open Crafting (Thursdays)
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. This class meets once
a week; both mornings and afternoons with a
break in between. Thursdays, 9:30am - 11:30am
and 12:00pm - 2:00pm. 6/4/15 - 7/9/15.
Materials included. FREE for registered SWFP
members. Students can only register for 1 free class
(Mondays or Thursdays) per 6 weeks session.
This creative class is designed for individuals who
want to learn the basic techniques of watercolor
painting. This course will provide students the
basic skills needed for working with watercolors.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials not
included. Thursdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm.
6/4/15 - 7/9/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
In a supportive, friendly and relaxed environment, students will explore the wide range of
effects that can be achieved using acrylics.
Ongoing attention to composition, line, tone,
color and texture will result in work with true
depth and focus. Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Materials not included. Fridays 12:00pm 2:00pm. 6/5/15 - 7/17/15 (no class 7/3/15).
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Open Crafting (Mondays)
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. This class meets once
a week; both mornings and afternoons with a
break in between. Mondays, 9:30am - 11:30am
and 12:00pm - 2:00pm. 6/1/15 - 7/6/15.
Materials included. FREE for registered SWFP
members. Students can only register for 1 free class
(Mondays or Thursdays) per 6 weeks session.
Using hand building and pottery wheels, students
will create high fired stoneware pottery. Taught
by Professional Artist & Art Educator Leroy
Daniels. Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials
not included. Wednesdays 9:00am - 11:00am.
6/3/15 - 7/8/15. $42.00 per person (18 yrs. &
older - offered day or evening)
Acting Class
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Tuesdays
10:00am -11:30am. 6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$25.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$45.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Adult Crafting: Collage
Painting with Acrylics
Pottery Classes
The art of making compositions by gluing cloth,
paper, photographs and other object onto a
surface is known as Collage. In this 6 weeks
session, students will be introduced to this
creative craft and will create one of a kind
beautiful works of art. Materials not included.
Bring to first class: photos, copies of photos, x-acto
knife with blades, non-yellowing glue sticks and a
variety of magazines & newspapers.
Weeks 1 & 2: The Art of Collage: Incorporating
images, photos and text.
Weeks 3 & 4: Mixed Media Collage: 3D collage
with painting, found objects.
Weeks 5 & 6: Textile Collage: Still Life.
Fridays 9:30am - 11:30am. 6/5/15 - 7/17/15
(no class 7/3/15).
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Ceramics Class
Students will create low fire ceramic pieces using
pre-molded green ware that are decorated using
traditional underglazes, over glazes or layering
and mixing of colors. Offered in 6 weeks
sessions. Materials not included. Tuesdays
9:00am - 12:00pm. 6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Creative Writing (in English)
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Thursdays
10:00am - 11:00am. 6/4/15 - 7/9/15.
$25.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$45.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Beginner’s Computer Skills
(In English)
This easy beginner’s course, which has been
created specifically for English-speaking
individuals, will enable students to perform basic
computer functions as well as understand basic
computer vocabulary and technology. Offered in
6 weeks sessions. Includes book. Wednesdays
9:30am - 11:30am. 6/3/15 - 7/8/15. $42.00 per
person (18 yrs. & older - offered day or evening)
Beginner’s Spanish Class
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Wednesdays
10:00am - 12:00pm. 6/3/15 - 7/8/15.
$20.00 per person (55 yrs. & older)
$40.00 per person (54 yrs. & under)
Photography 101
If you would like to learn about using your
camera, or you are new to photography and want
to learn about photography basics, this is where
you should be! Every 2nd Monday of the
Month from 12:00pm - 2:00pm.
FREE to registered members.
M O N D A Y
T U E S D A Y
W E D N E S D A Y
9:00 - 11:00 • Rm 209
9:00 - 10:00 • Pool
9:00 - 11:00 • Rm 207 • Pottery
Knitting for FUN!
Water Aerobics
9:15 - 10:15 • Gym 1
9:00 - 12:00 • Rm 207
Tai Chi (Beg/Int/Adv)
Ceramics
9:30 - 10:30 • Gym 2 • Pilates
9:00 - 10:00 • Gym 1 • Yoga
Beg. Computer in English
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 214
9:30 - 10:20 • Gym 2
9:30 - 10:20 • Gym 1
Beg. Computer in Spanish
Chair Jazzercise
Chair Exercise
9:30 - 2:00 • Rm 213
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 209
9:30 - 10:30 • Gym 2 • Pilates
Open Crafting
Flower Arranging Workshop
2nd & 4th Tuesday
(Must register the day before by 4:00 pm)
9:30 - 1:30 • Rm 213
10:00 - 11:00 • Rm 215
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 212
10:00 - 12:00 • Rm 205
Basic Conversational English
Beginner’s Spanish
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 209
YOU Can Sew!
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 214
VIP Class
VIP Support Group
10:15 - 11:15 • Rm 205
Songbirds
10:30 - 11:20 • Gym 1
9:30 - 2:00 • Rm 213
10:30 - 12:00 • Rm 215
Heirloom Fabric Crafts
Caregivers Support Group
Chair Exercise
(English)
10:00 - 10:30 • Gym 1
10:30 - 11:30 • Rm 212
Walking Club
English with Morris & Myron
(1/2 hr warm-up/Walking outside)
11:00 - 12:00 • Gym 2
10:00 - 11:30 • Rm 205
Line Dance
Acting Class
11:30 - 12:30 • Gym 1 • Yoga
10:30 - 11:20 • Gym 2
10:30 - 11:30 • Gym 1 • Chair Yoga
10:30 - 11:30 • Gym 2
Enhanced Fitness Class
11:30 - 12:30 • Gym 2
20/20/20 Fitness
Jazzercise
11:45 - 1:45 • Main Hall • Bingo
11:30 - 12:30 • Gym 1 • Yoga
10:30 - 11:30 • Gym 1
12:00 - 2:00 • Rm 214
Enhanced Fitness
Int. Computer in Spanish
12:00 - 2:00 • Rm 212
Int. Conversational English
11:00 - 12:30 • Rm 215
12:00 - 2:00 • Rm 212
Photography 101
Bereavement Support Group
(Vitas Healthcare)
12:30 - 1:20 • Gym 1
Chair Exercise
(2nd Monday of the Month)
12:30 - 1:20 • Gym 1
11:30 - 12:20 • Gym 2
12:30 - 2:30 • Rm 209
Jazzercise
Drawing Fundamentals
Chair Exercise
11:45 - 1:45 • Main Hall • Bingo
12:30 - 4:00 • N/A • Canasta
12:30 - 4:00 • Rm 205
Advanced Mah Jongg
12:00 - 1:00 • Gym 1 • Zumba
12:30 - 2:30 • Rm 209
Figure Drawing
12:30 - 4:00 • Rm 205
Duplicate Bridge
1:00 - 4:00 • N/A • Pinochle
1:30 - 2:30 • Gym 2 • Ageless Grace
2:00 - 3:00 • Gym 1 • Chair Yoga
T H U R S D A Y
F R I D A Y
9:00 - 10:00 • Pool
8:30 - 9:20 • Fitness Gym
Water Aerobics
Personal Touch Fitness
9:00 - 10:00 • Gym 1 • Yoga
9:00 - 10:00 • Gym 2
9:00 - 11:00 • Rm 209
Chair Yoga
Advanced Drawing
9:30 - 10:20 • Gym 1
9:30 - 10:20 • Gym 2
9:30 - 10:20 • Fitness Gym
Chair Exercise
FLEA MARKET
AND
BAZAAR
Saturday, May 16, 2015
UP-COMING EVENTS
8:00am till 3:00pm
Sunday, May 17, 2015
9:00am till 3:00pm
Over 100 indoor vendors
FREE admission and parking
Personal Touch Fitness
BINGO NIGHTS
9:30 - 2:00 • Rm 213
9:30 - 10:30 • Rm 205
Open Crafting
Beginner’s Guitar
A night of Bingo and Free Refreshments
Provided by the Knights of Columbus
10:00 - 11:00 • Gym 1
Walking Club (Video)
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 213
Chair Jazzercise
10:00 - 11:00 • Rm 205
Creative Writing (English)
10:00 - 11:30 • Rm 215
Coping with Life Changes
(1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month)
10:30 - 11:20 • Gym 2 • Jazzercise
Adult Crafting: Collage
9:30 - 11:30 • Rm 209
Beginner’s Painting
10:00 - 11:00 • Rm 215
Personal Enrichment
Group
10:30 - 11:30 • Rm 205
Int. Guitar
11:45 - 1:45 • Main Hall • Bingo
12:00 - 4:00 • N/A • Canasta
May 19, 2015 • 6:00pm
June 16, 2015 • 6:00pm
Monkey Jungle
TRIP
Friday, May 22, 2015 • 9:30am
$26.00 per person - CASH ONLY
For Registered Members Only
Price includes museum admission &
transportation to and from the center
Museum of Science
TRIP
Friday, June 5, 2015 • 10:00am
10:30 - 11:30 • Gym 1
Tai Chi (Beg/Int)
Packets start at $15, play all night
(Spanish Speaking)
11:30 - 12:20 • Gym 2 • Jazzercise
11:45 - 12:45 • Gym 1
WITH THE KNIGHTS
Yoga
10:30 - 11:30 • Gym 2
$11.00 per person - CASH ONLY
For Registered Members Only
Price includes museum admission &
transportation to and from the center
Kickin’ Kendrick
MASTER CHEF
12:00 - 1:00 • Gym 1
“Crazy Cupcakes Challenge”
Tai Chi (Beg/Int)
Thursday, June 11, 2015
12:00 - 1:00 • Gym 2
Few things bring out the child in us like cupcakes
or the chance to win prizes. Bring in your most
tasty, fun and imaginative cupcakes and you may
be leaving with a prize! Cupcakes will be judged on
taste, appearance and CREATIVITY! Only home
baked entries will be accepted – no store bought
entries allowed. Only registered members can
enter – all participants must be present to win!
10:00am in the Main Hall
12:30 - 2:30 • Rm 209
Intro to Watercolors
Zumba
12:30 - 4:00 • N/A
12:00 - 2:00 • Rm 209
Beginners Mah Jongg
Painting with Acrylics
12:30 - 4:00 • Rm 205
Duplicate Bridge
1:00 - 2:00 • Gym 1
Beginner’s Tai Chi
Summertime Tea
Join us for a lovely array of tea
sandwiches, decadent desserts &
assorted afternoon teas!
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
2:00pm till 4:00pm
$18.00 per person (reservations required)
Afternoon & Evening Classes
The City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center is accepting registrations for
evening classes for individuals 18 years and older. A complete listing of classes appears below.
To participate in any classes one must be a registered member of the center (membership is FREE).
Members must present their SWFP membership card when signing up for all classes, activities
and events. All classes are held at the SWFP Community Center. To see a schedules
of all activities held at the Community Center please visit www.ppines.com.
20/20/20 Fitness
In June 2015 this class will be offered
as an ongoing monthly exercise class.
This all-in-one group fitness class gives
you 3 workouts in one! 20 minutes of
dance, 20 minutes of weights and 20
minutes of yoga will give you a total
body workout in just one hour!
Unlike some high-intensity circuit
training workouts that can leave you
feeling exhausted, this contemporary
cutting-edge class will leave you feeling
refreshed, invigorated and revitalized.
You’ll be having fun, as well as helping
your body! This workout is designed
for a wide range of participants and is
suitable for those who are new or
returning to exercise, or for the active
older adult. Ages 18 yrs and up.
Thursdays: 6:30pm - 7:30pm.
Students must bring their own hand
weights and mats. $30.00 per person
per month
Zumba for Teens and Adults
In June 2015 this class will be offered
as an ongoing monthly exercise class.
These classes are open to persons 14
years and older! Ditch the workout,
join the party! Zumba is here! In this
popular dance fitness program that
utilizes Latin and international music,
students get a cardio workout that
also helps tone the body.
Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
$30.00 per person per month
Knitting Basics for
Teens and Adults
All the instruction, tips and advice you
need to learn how to knit. From casting on, knitting, purl and binding off
to the basic tools and patterns for your
first project, here’s all the information
new knitters need to be a success.
Offered in 6 week sessions (materials
not included - pick up supply list when
registering.) Tuesdays: 6:30pm 8:30pm. 6/2/15 - 7/7/15.
$42.00 per person (ages 14 yrs. and up)
Floral Arranging
This is a hands-on workshop all inclusive workshop where students will
create individual floral centerpieces to
take home. No need to bring anything! Price includes everything;
instruction, flowers, containers, bows,
decorations and more! Taught by
Susana Farber, Professional Floral
Designer and owner of “Susana’s
Creations”. Offered once a month on
Tuesdays from 7:00pm till 9:00pm.
Price per class: $18.00 per person (18
yrs. & older) Includes ALL Materials!
Must register by 4pm day before class.
Dates for upcoming workshops are:
May 19, 2015 • June 16, 2015
July 21, 2015
“Mud Daubers” Parent &
Child Pottery Classes
Students will learn basic hand building
methods in clay and be introduced to
the potter’s wheel. The focus is placed
on creating artistic projects with your
child, developing a positive form of
expression and having…FUN! Parents don’t even have to worry about
buying supplies because everything
you need is included! Taught by Professional Artist and Art Educator, Leroy
Daniels. Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Includes ALL materials. Children 6 yrs.
& up. Wednesdays: 5:45pm - 6:45pm.
6/3/15 - 7/8/15
$48.00 for one parent and child
$24.00 for each additional child
Pottery Studio
Create high fired stoneware using both
the hand building method and the
potter’s wheel. Taught by Professional
Artist and Art Educator, Leroy Daniels.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials
not included. Wednesdays: 7:00pm 9:00pm. 6/3/15 - 7/8/15
$42.00 per person
“Running with Scissors!”
Parent and Child Sewing
Classes
Parents and children will explore the
fine art of sewing in this fun and exciting program allowing the aspiring
fashion designer in all of us to run
free! Students will learn how to operate a sewing machine, sewing fundamentals, pattern layout as well as how
to select fun fabrics and patterns!
Bring your own machine, or use one of
ours. Offered in 6 week sessions.
Materials not included. Children 8 yrs.
and up. Thursdays: 5:45pm - 6:45pm.
6 weeks sessions: 6/4/15 - 7/9/15.
$45.00 for one parent and child
$23.00 for each additional child
Adult Sewing Classes
In this creative class, students will
learn how to make alterations, home
decorating items and how to make
custom outfits. Zippers, pockets,
bows, tuck – this class has it all! Bring
your own machine or use one of ours.
All skill levels welcome. Offered in 6
weeks sessions. Materials not included.
Thursdays: 7:00pm - 8:00pm. 6/4/15
- 7/9/15. $42.00 per person
Fine Jewelry Design
with Michael Stahl
Using semi-precious stones, pearls,
14K gold and Sterling Silver, students
will create exquisite one-of-a-kind fine
jewelry pieces. Taught by exclusive
jewelry designer Michael Stahl, whose
works have been featured at Elizabeth
Arden, Bloomingdale’s and Saks Fifth
Avenue. Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Materials not included. Wednesdays:
4:30pm - 6:30pm. (1st class meets from
4:30pm till 7:30pm) 6/3/15 - 7/8/15
$45.00 per person (18 years and older)
Beginner’s Computer
(In English)
Learn the basics of computers in this
easy-to-follow beginner’s course.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Tuesdays:
6:30pm - 8:30pm. 6/2/15 -7/7/15
$42.00 per person
Basic Computer Skills
(In Spanish)
This easy beginner’s course, which has
been created specifically for Spanishspeaking individuals, will enable students to perform basic computer
functions as well as understand basic
computer vocabulary and technology.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Wednesdays: 6:30pm - 8:30pm. 6/3/15 7/8/15. $42.00 per person
Pines West Camera Club
A combined photographic and digital
imaging organization that is open to
all types of photographers. For more
information visit www.pineswest
cc.com 2nd and 4th Tuesdays:
7:00p.m. - 9:30p.m.
Tai Chi
Lightroom User Group
In June 2015 this class will be offered
as an ongoing monthly exercise class.
Students will learn the basic concepts
of tai chi, including posture, relaxed
deep breathing, flowing movement
and a basic understanding of mindbody connection. For all levels of
students: Beginner/ Intermediate/
Advanced. Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Wednesdays: 7:00pm - 8:00pm.
$30.00 per person per month
Interested in learning how to improve
your photos after you have taken
them? Join us and learn how to use
Adobe’s post-processing software for
photographs. See our Meetup site at:
http://www.meetup.com/new-wayphotography/ 1st and 3rd Tuesdays:
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FREE
Belly Basics with Naiilah!
This easy to follow course is designed
for both beginners and slightly
advanced students. Have fun as you
exercise! Offered in 6 weeks sessions.
Tuesdays: 7:00pm-8:00pm. 6/2/15 7/7/15. $45.00 per person
Intro to Fused Glass
Learn the fundamental techniques
required for creating unique one-of-akind kiln fired fused glass projects.
Offered in 6 weeks sessions. Materials
not included. Thursdays: 6:30pm 8:30pm. 6/4/15 - 7/9/15
$42.00 per person
Photography 101
Cell phone cameras, point-and-shoot
cameras, DSLR cameras; if you would
like to learn about using your camera,
or you are new to photography and
want to learn about photography
basics, this is where you should come.
See our Meetup site at: http://
www.meetup.com/new-way-photography/ 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: 7:00 p.m.
- 9:30 p.m. FREE
Advanced Lightroom User
Group
Interested in learning how to improve
your photos after you have taken
them? This group is for the intermediate and advanced users of Lightroom. See our Meetup site at:
http://www.meetup.com/new-way-
Afternoon & Evening Classes
photography/ 1st Thursdays: 7:00
p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FREE
Photography Potpourri
In this meet up where we will cover
almost any topic in the realm of photography such as Photoshop, Elements,
Lightroom Plug-ins, various “how-to”
workshops and demonstrations.
See our Meetup site at: http://
www.meetup.com/new-way-photography/ 3rd Thursdays: 7:00 p.m. - 9:30
p.m. FREE
Mat Pilate’s
Classes are held Wednesdays starting at
6:30pm. For more information about
Mat Pilate’s classes, pricing and registration, students must contact Kerrie
at (954) 682-5768.
Personal Fitness Training
Defensively for children
This new fitness class includes supervised use of Gym equipment; for more
information about Personal Touch Fitness, pricing and registration, students
must contact Kerrie at (954) 682-5768.
Programs for adults and children. For
more information please call R.A.D. at
(954) 655-7587.
R.A.D.: Rape Aggression
Defense for adults and
Resisting Aggression
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Free of Charge for registered
members (6-9pm) Photo ID Required.
FREE Card and Board Games
and Billiards
On Going Exercise Classes
The City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center is accepting registrations for
ongoing exercise classes. The
classes are offered on a monthly
basis. A complete listing of classes
appears below.
To participate in any classes one
must be a registered member of the
center (membership is FREE).
Members must present their SWFP
membership card when signing up
for all classes, activities and events.
All classes are held at the SWFP
Community Center. To see a schedules of all activities held at the
Community Center please visit
www.ppines.com.
20/20/20 Fitness
Starts in June 2015
This all-in-one group fitness class
gives you 3 workouts in one! 20
minutes of dance, 20 minutes of
weights and 20 minutes of yoga will
give you a total body workout in
just one hour! Unlike some highintensity circuit training workouts
that can leave you feeling exhausted,
this contemporary cutting-edge
class will leave you feeling refreshed,
invigorated and revitalized. You’ll
be having fun, as well as helping
your body! This workout is
designed for a wide range of participants and is suitable for those who
are new or returning to exercise, or
for the active older adult. Ages 18
yrs and up.
Thursdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
$30.00 per person per month
Zumba for Teens and Adults
Starts in June 2015
These classes are open to persons 14
years and older! Ditch the workout,
join the party! Zumba is here! In
this popular dance fitness program
that utilizes Latin and international
music, students get a cardio workout that also helps tone the body.
Tuesdays 6:30pm – 7:30pm
$30.00 per person per month
Tai Chi
Chair Exercise
Pilate’s
Starts in June 2015
Students will learn the basic concepts of tai chi, including posture,
relaxed deep breathing, flowing
movement and a basic understanding of mind-body connection. For
all levels of students: Beginner/
Intermediate/ Advanced.
Wednesdays 7:00pm - 8:00pm
$30.00 per person per month
Mondays: 10:30am - 11:20am
-OR- 12:30pm - 1:20pm
Wednesdays: 9:30am - 10:20am
-OR- 12:30pm - 1:20pm
Fridays: 9:30am - 10:20am
FREE for registered members
Mondays or Wednesdays:
9:30am - 10:30am
Students must contact Kerrie at (954)
682-5768 for pricing information
and to register for the class.
Line Dance
This new fitness class includes
supervised use of Gym equipment;
FREE Fitness Assessment required call Kerrie at (954) 682-5768.
2 classes are offered each week:
Fridays: 8:30am - 9:20am
or 9:30am - 10:20am
NEW! Ageless Grace
Exercise your body and your brain!
This fun and exciting class is based
on the cutting edge science of Neuroplasticity. While seated in a chair,
students have fun doing exercises
which stimulate all 5 functions of
the brain, and which address all the
functions of healthy aging – flexibility, mobility, agility, strength,
breath, balance, etc. These exercise
also stimulate new neural pathways
maintain existing ones and restore
new ones!
Tuesdays 1:30pm - 2:30pm
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
20/20/20 Fitness
Mondays: 11:00am - 12:00pm
$10.00 a month (55 yrs & Older)
$30.00 a month (54 yrs & under)
Water Aerobics
Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays:
9:00am - 10:00am
FREE for registered members
Space is limited - first come, first
served
Personal Touch Fitness
$15.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$35.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
Tai Chi
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
4 classes are offered each week:
Mondays: 9:15am - 10:15am
(Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
Thursdays: 11:45am - 12:45pm
(Beginner/Intermediate)
Thursdays: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
(Beginners)
Fridays: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
(Beginner/Intermediate)
Jazzercise
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
Chair Jazzercise
2 classes are offered each week:
Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays:
9:30am - 10:20am
4 classes are offered each week:
Tuesdays: 10:30am - 11:20am
-OR- 11:30am - 12:20pm
Thursdays: 10:30am - 11:20am
-OR- 11:30am - 12:20pm
This all-in-one group fitness class
gives you 3 workouts in one! 20
minutes of dance, 20 minutes of
weights and 20 minutes of yoga will
give you a total body workout in
just one hour! Unlike some highintensity circuit training workouts
that can leave you feeling exhausted,
this contemporary cutting-edge
class will leave you feeling refreshed,
invigorated and revitalized. You’ll
be having fun, as well as helping
your body! This workout is
designed for a wide range of participants and is suitable for those who
are new or returning to exercise, or
for the active older adult. Students
must bring in their own hand weights
and mats.
Wednesdays 11:30am - 12:30pm
3 classes are offered each week:
Mondays: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesdays: 11:30 - 12:30pm
Fridays: 10:30am - 11:30am
$15.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$35.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
Yoga
Tuesdays: 9:00am - 10:00am
Thursdays: 9:00am - 10:00am
FREE for registered members
Sponsored by
Baptist Health South Florida
Yoga
Chair Yoga
Wednesdays: 10:30am - 11:30am
FREE for registered members
Sponsored by
Baptist Health South Florida
Chair Yoga
2 classes are offered each week:
Tuesdays: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fridays: 9:00am - 10:00am
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
Zumba!
Tuesdays: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
FREE for registered members
Sponsored by
Baptist Health South Florida
Zumba!
Fridays: 12:00 - 1:00pm
$10.00 per class per month (55 yrs & older)
$30.00 per class per month (54 yrs & under)
May 2015
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Blood Pressure
Hours
OPEN
HOUSE
& STUDENT ART EXHIBITION
Monday &
Wednesday
Saturday, June 20, 2015
10:00am till 2:00pm
10:00 am 12:00 pm
FREE and Open to the Public
Free refreshments will be served
4
11:45-1:45
BINGO
5
10:00 S/A
Guest Speaker
“Diabetes Management”
(Creole)
11:45-1:45
BINGO
6
10:00 M/H
Free Salsa Class
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
9:00-4:00 S/A
AARP Driver
Safety Class
(in Spanish)
SATURDAY/SUNDAY
2/3
10:30
“FRIEDA KAHLO”
Museum of Art Trip
12:00-2:00 M/H
Afternoon Matinee
7
10:30
Karaoke
with Winston
12:30
Music & Dancing
with Winston
11:45-1:45
BINGO
8
8:00-10:00
Mother’s Day
Breakfast
Sponsored by Pill Box
9/10
11:45
Fleet Week Trip
11:45-1:45
Music and Dancing
with DJ Mack
11
10:00-11:00
Arts & Crafts with
Social Services
11:45-1:45
BINGO
12
10:00 S/A
Guest Speaker
“10 Warning signs
of Alzheimer”
(Spanish)
12:30-2:00
5th Annual Senior
Spelling Bee
18
11:45-1:45
BINGO
13
10:00 M/H
Free Salsa Class
12:30
Theater Trip
(Anything Goes)
14
10:00
Songbird’s Trip
to Hillcrest
Nursing Home
11:45-1:45
BINGO
12:30
Music & Dancing
with Winston
19
20
9:00-3:30
34th Annual
Broward Aging
Network Conference
No Daytime Classes
9:00-3:30
34th Annual
Broward Aging
Network Conference
No Daytime Classes
21
15
10:00-3:00
GulfStream
Casino Trip
2 Day
Flea Market!
10:30
Free Frozen Yogurt
with Fruit and
Toppings
22
10:30
Karaoke
with Winston
16/17
23/24
9:30
“MONKEY
JUNGLE” Trip
$26.00 (Cash Only)
11:45-1:45
BINGO
6:00pm
NIGHT BINGO
7:00-9:00pm
Floral Arranging
25
26
CENTER
CLOSED
Memorial
Day
10:00 S/A
Guest Speaker
“Senior Care Enrichment
and Daily Living”
(Creole)
11:45-1:45 BINGO
6:00 - 9:00pm
Opening Reception
‘Artists of Tomorrow”
27
10:00 M/H
Free Salsa Class
12:30
Entertainment
Sponsored by Site
Advisory Council
28
29
11:45-1:45
BINGO
30/31
11:00
Older American’s
Month Celebration
with Cake
12:00-1:30
Karaoke
with Hury
This project is supported under an agreement with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Aging and Disability
Resource Center of Broward County, through funds provided by the Older Americans Act of 1965 as amended. Matching
funds are provided locally via The City of Pembroke Pines. MEMBERSHIP FREE.