1. health and fitness

May 2015
Faith Sellers Senior Center
312 North Laurel St., Summerville, SC 29483
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
(843) 871-5053 www.dorchesterseniors.com
Mon
Tue
Tue
If you would like
to reserve a meal,
please call
1 day ahead
before 1pm.
Cost is $4.80
Bake Sale Week
May
11th-15th
4
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Beg. Spanish
9:30 AARP Board
Mtg.
10:00 Bingo
w/Walgreens
10:15 Int. Spanish
11:00 Beg. Pinochle
11:30 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Dominoes
5
8:30 Aerobics
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Crafts/Kim
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
6:00 Single
Seniors
Wed
Thu
Fri
1
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
9:45 Morning
Movie: Eight
Below, PG
Join
us
Friday
10:00 Casual Bridge
Beginning
Mornings at
10:00 Crochet
Watercolor
8:45am
12:30 Line Dance*
Only
$5
per
class!
1:00 Beg. Bridge
Class
1:00 Creative
Introductory Class
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7
8
9:00 Weight Trng*
8:30 Aerobics*
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:00 Mother’s Day
9:30 Canasta
9:30 Walking Club Make & Take
10:00 Prescription 9:40 Yoga*
Bouquets
Pickups
10:00 “Just Good 9:30 Canasta
10:15 Bible Study
Enough” Music
10:00 Casual Bridge
1:00 Clogging
10:00 Bookmobile 10:00 Crochet
1:00 Int. Quilting
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Woodcarving 1:00 Creative
1:00 Chess Group Crafters
NEW!
YOU MUST BE 50+ YRS. OLD & A MEMBER OF THE CENTER TO PARTICIPATE IN
ANY OF OUR ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS.
ACTIVITY CALENDARS FOR JUNE WILL BE RELEASED TUESDAY MAY 26TH @ 2PM.
SIGN-UP FOR SPECIAL ACTIVITIES IS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS & MUST BE
DONE IN PERSON. FEES MUST BE PAID AT TIME OF SIGN-UP TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
Mon
11
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Beg. Spanish
10:00 Strawberry
Picking Trip
10:15 Int. Spanish
11:00 Beg. Pinochle
11:30 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Dominoes
Tue
Tue
12
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Bingo w/Dave
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
1:00 Gardening
1:45 Fitness
Equipment Trng.
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
Wed
13
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:00 J-I-N-G-O
10:15 Bible Study
1:00 Clogging
12:30 Bunco
2:00 Beginning
Watercolor Class
(Trial Class)
Thu
14
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 BP Screens
w/Gentiva Home
Health
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
Fri
15
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:00 Chair Travel:
Everglades &
Picayune Forest
10:00 Crochet
12:00 Birthdays
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
~Bake Sale Week May 11th~15th~
18
9:00 Benefit Bank
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Beg. Spanish
10:15 Int. Spanish
10:30 Joy Singers
of Summerville
Baptist Church
11:00 Beg. Pinochle
11:30 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Dominoes
1:30 NARFE Mtg.
19
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Bingo
w/Southern Care
Hospice
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
20
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:15 Bible Study
1:00 Clogging
12:30 AARP Mtg. &
Luncheon
2:00 Beginning
Watercolor Class
21
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Nutrition
Series: “MyPlate”
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
22
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Morning
Movie Night at the
Museum 3:Secret
of the Tomb, PG
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:00 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
25
26
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Ceramics
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
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28
29
Closed in
Observance of
Memorial Day
No Meals Served
or Delivered
8:30-11:00
Farmers Market
Vouchers
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Bingo
w/Cypress Place
10:15 Bible Study
1:00 Clogging
2:00 Beginning
Watercolor Class
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Bookmobile
10:00 Gardening
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
8:30-11:00
Farmers Market
Vouchers
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:00 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beg. Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
If you have any questions regarding activities, please contact
Jan Holloway in the Activities Dept. at (843)871-5053.
~Arts & Crafts~
OIL PAINTING: Old master method – Instructor Susannah Roth. You don’t need to
know how to draw. This easy method teaches you how to paint light and dark shapes to
form a picture. $12.00 per class is to be paid at the front desk before each class. Call
873-7684 for more information and details. Tuesdays 2:00 - 4:00pm
SUMMERVILLE WOODCARVERS: This group meets on Thursdays 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
New Members welcome. For more information, call Barbara at 843-871-7469.
BEGINNER QUILTING: Instructor Linda Knutson teaches quilters the techniques of
hand piecing, machine piecing, appliqué, and more. Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:30pm. Call 7972088 for more information. No class May 19th
INTERMEDIATE QUILTING: Instructor Linda Knutson teaches quilters the techniques
of hand piecing, machine piecing, appliqué, and more. Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm
and 1:00–4:00pm. Call 797-2088 for more information.
CRAFTS: Instructor Kimberly Bond will be teaching a “Flower Plant Stake” craft that
can be used as an ornamental indoor plant stake or other decoration….”April Showers
bring May Flowers.” on Tuesday, May 5th @10:00am. All materials will be provided.
Instructor Elaine Weyer will not have a craft in May.
CROCHET: Mary Altrock teaches all levels of crochet. Fridays 10:00–11:30am.
WATERCOLOR FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: The introductory (trial) class will be
held on May 13th at 2pm and will be open to fifteen participants. The fee for this
one class will be $12.00. (Must sign up in person and pay at time of sign-up to
reserve your spot.) We will cover several basic characteristics of watercolor, discuss
supplies needed to continue in the class, and experiment with two techniques which are
fun and effective. All materials and supplies will be provided by the instructor for
this introductory class. Every participant will leave with a completed painting.
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*AFTER THE INTRODUCTORY CLASS, the FIRST TEN participants to sign up will
be part of the series of classes to be held on Wednesdays, May 20th through June
17th. *The fee for THIS 5 week series will be $60.00, which must be paid when you
sign up in order to reserve your spot. Classes will be held from 2:00 to 3:30 pm.
*NO REFUNDS will be issued if you do not attend one or more of the classes. If a
class is cancelled by the instructor due to illness or emergency, a makeup class
will be scheduled.
CERAMICS: Instructor Victoria Singleton leads a class in painting small ceramic pieces.
Pieces will not be fired, but will be sprayed with a sealant. All materials provided.
Tuesday, May 26th @ 10:00am
CREATIVE CRAFTERS: The Creative Crafters meet monthly to make items from
donated supplies to sell in the Gift Shop. All supplies will be provided. Please join us
every Friday in May from 1:00 – 3:00pm. All proceeds are used to support the
services and programs at Dorchester Seniors.
ATTENTION: Do you like to recycle and repurpose things? Craft instructor Kimberly
Bond is asking for the following items to use in upcoming craft classes. You may bring
them to the center and leave with Jan Holloway, Activities Coordinator. Please make
sure all food containers are WASHED THOROUGHLY before bringing in.
Empty ribbon, thread, or embroidery spools (any size),
scraps of fabric & yarn, greeting cards, & egg cartons.
~Education~
BENEFIT BANK: Free service available to seniors that provides a quick check on-line
by a trained volunteer for potential program eligibility for seniors. You may qualify for
programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medical
Assistance, Rx assistance, and others. If the Quick Check indicates that you may be
eligible for one or more benefits, the application may proceed immediately. The benefit
counselor will advise you of your scheduled appointment and the paperwork you will
need to bring with you in order to begin the process. Monday, May 18th. Please call
871-5053 for appointment.
BEGINNER SPANISH: Member Marcos Villacreses teaches beginner conversational
Spanish. Marcos is from Ecuador. Mondays 9:15-10:15am.
INTERMEDIATE SPANISH: Member Marcos Villacreses teaches Intermediate
conversational Spanish. Marcos is from Ecuador. Mondays 10:15 – 11:15am.
BIBLE STUDY: Ms.Trophelia Ajala leads a non-denominational Bible Study. All faiths
are welcome! Wednesdays 10:15am. (No class Wed. May 27th)
CHAIR TRAVEL: Everglades & Picayune Strand State Forest: Explore Florida in a
variety ways and discover the amazing wildlife in places such as the Everglades and the
Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Jacksonville Zoo and the Picayune Strand State
Forest. Friday, May 15th @10:00am
GARDENING: Ron Coffey of the Clemson Master Gardening Program discusses
gardening concerns, and provides beneficial tips to keep your garden and plants
healthy. Tuesday, May 12th @1:00pm & Thursday, May 28th @10:00am
~Computer Classes~
We are not currently offering any Computer Classes.
We will keep the lists of those who have already signed up and call you
when the classes begin again.
~Health & Physical Fitness~
*YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF H2U TO PARTICIPATE IN Aerobics, Yoga,
Tai Chi, Friday Line Dancing, and Weight Training. Please contact
Catherine Holly at (843)847-5068 for more information on H2U,
or online at www.h2u.com
*TAI CHI: The Tai Chi for Health form is a fun-to-learn, simplified form that is appropriate
for almost everyone, including seniors and those with limited range of motion. Proven to
improve muscular strength, flexibility, balance, posture, and stamina, as well as lowering
blood pressure and strengthening the immune system. Also a stress management
technique, Tai Chi promotes relaxation of the mind through focusing on the body.
Instructor: Maurice Olfus. Tuesdays 2:30-3:45
*WEIGHT TRAINING: Designed to improve muscle strength and bone density, this class
will help tone your body. Bring a towel, mat, and a pair of 3 lb. weights. Instructor: Ronna
Toombs. Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00-10:00. (No class May 27th)
*FRIDAY LINE DANCING: Instructor Evelyn Ward. You Must be a member of H2u to
participate in this class. Fridays 12:30-1:30pm.
*AEROBICS: Get moving with this class of floor and chair aerobics designed to improve
abdominal tone, strengthen your legs and get your heart rate going! Bring a towel and a
mat. Instructor: Ronna Toombs. Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-9:30am
*YOGA: Revitalize your body, relax your mind, increase energy, & reduce stress. Bring a
mat & towel. Instructor: Marlene Cuggy. Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:40-10:45am.
ZUMBA® GOLD: Led by certified instructor, Lilibeth Barker, Zumba® Gold is based on
the same dance moves used in the original Zumba class. The Gold class, however, is less
intense, with dance routines designed for beginners and older adults using modified
movements. Fridays @ 8:45am, $5 per class to be paid at front desk before class.
Must be a member of the center and have a note from your physician stating you
may participate in Zumba Gold, or sign a waiver provided by instructor. You do NOT
need to be a member of H2U to participate in Zumba Gold. (No class May 29th)
FITNESS EQUIPMENT TRAINING: Ed Redman, Certified Personal Trainer from YMCA
will be available in the Fitness Room on Tuesday, May 12th from 1:45-2:15pm to train in
the safe use of the fitness equipment.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS: Stop in for a free blood pressure screening with a
nurse from Gentiva Home Health. Thursday, May 14th @ 10:00am
SIT AND GET FIT: Increases circulation without over exertion, improves flexibility and
range of motion, and gradually strengthens and tones muscles, all from a seated position.
Led by Instructor Ed Redmond. Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 - 2:00pm
WALKING CLUB: Walking is one of the easiest ways to get the exercise you need to stay
healthy. Walk to strengthen your heart, lungs, and muscles, help lower blood pressure and
maintain a healthy weight, and also to improve your mood and increase your energy level.
The Walking Club is open to all members of Dorchester Seniors, Inc. Participate in our
“Miles Walked” incentive! If you walk at least 10 miles per quarter (3 months) during
club hours, you will qualify for a special healthy luncheon held exclusively for members
who complete this task.
For consistency and clarity, we have found the need to implement several revisions.
The criteria for the Walking Club incentives now include the following:
• Walking club hours are as scheduled, 9:30-10:30am
• Must walk with the group and instructor during scheduled time to obtain credit for laps
• Walks will take place outside at Doty Park
• Laps/mileage will be maintained and recorded by group leader, Bill Lendvay and
Activities Coordinator, Jan Holloway
• Laps walked without group and instructor will not be recorded toward incentives
• Group meets in lobby on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30. You are welcome to join the
walkers over at the park if you arrive after they leave the Center, provided it is still within
the time they are walking.
• If group leader or other staff member does not lead the group or if class is cancelled, laps
will NOT count.
• We will have ongoing incentives for members who cumulatively reach 10, 25, and 50
miles. Prizes will be awarded to all members who meet the required number of verified
miles for each level.
For the safety of our members, in the event of inclement weather, the decision may
be made to cancel (or relocate indoors) by either DSI or group leader, Bill Lendvay.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30-10:30am.
NUTRITION SERIES: Shorus E. Manning, RD, LD, SNAP-Education Dietitian
will be here talking about Myplate, and the required amounts of the different food
groups. She will bring visual aids representative of how much fat and sugar in fast food
and sugary beverages, and she’ll be doing a cooking demonstration of healthy chicken
quesadillas which the audience will get a small sample of. Thursday, May 21st @10:00am
CLOGGING: Put on your dancing shoes & join us as Instructor Julia Tourtellotte teaches
beginner & intermediate level clogging. Wednesdays 1:00-2:30pm. (No Clogging in May)
~ CARDS, GAMES, & OTHER FUN~
MORNING MOVIE: Come join us for a movie and popcorn on Friday, May 1st @
9:45am! We will be watching “Eight Below,” PG, An American geologist flies to
Antarctica to participate in a project at the United States Research Base. Once there, he
teams up with arctic guide Jerry Shepard and his best friend, Cooper. The scientist soon
discovers that Shepard also has eight other valuable friends -- a pack of sled dogs he's
worked with for years, who have rescued him from a number of tight spots. As the three
men explore a frozen mountain region, an unexpected accident coupled with a massive
storm front, forces them to fly to safety, leaving the dogs behind. Shepard is determined
to rescue his canine friends, but he has to wait until the weather will allow him to travel
back to the mountain. Now, the dogs must struggle against the elements to survive as
they attempt to make their way back home.
MORNING MOVIE: Come join us for a movie and popcorn on Friday, May 22nd @
10:00am! We will be watching “Night at the Museum 3: Secrets of the Tomb,” PG.
This is the third and newest movie in the series. At the Museum of Natural History, there's
new exhibit being unveiled. Larry Daley is in charge of the presentation. But when the
exhibits go wild, Larry finds himself in trouble. He learns that the Tablet is corroding so he
does some research and learns that Cecil, the former museum guard was at the site
when the Tablet was discovered. He tells Larry that they were warned that if they remove
it could mean the end. Larry realizes it means the end of the magic that makes the
museum come to life, so he embarks on another adventure to try to save his friends.
MOTHER’S DAY WORKSHOP: MAKE & TAKE BOUQUET:
In honor of Mother’s Day, the Flowertown Garden Club will host a special workshop for
our members who are Mothers. Each participant will be making a floral bouquet to take
home. Friday, May 8th 9:00-11:00am.
THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO 25 LADIES
DUE TO THE OVERWHELMING POPULARITY OF THIS EVENT, WE WILL BE DOING
A DRAWING TO DETERMINE THE 25 PARTICIPANTS IN ORDER TO GIVE
EVERYONE AN EQUAL CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE.
A waiting list will be established by the same method
from the remaining names after the first 25 winners are drawn.
YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR THE DRAWING IN THE LOBBY. NAMES WILL BE
CUT OUT AND ENTERED IN THE DRAWING FROM THE LIST ONLY!
Drawing will be held on Wednesday, May 6th at 12:00pm.
You do not need to be present for the drawing.
We will notify winners and also post a list in the lobby.
Deadline Tuesday, May 5th @5pm
BINGO: Join us weekly as we play for donated prizes. Days vary, please see calendar.
J-I-N-G-O: Bingo-style game played for candy prizes. Wednesday, May 13th @10:00am
BOOKMOBILE: The Dorchester County Bookmobile will be here on Thursday, May 7th
& 28th from 10:00-11:00am. You may check out books and DVD’s from them. If you
don’t have a library card yet, they can get you signed up as well!
MEXICAN DOMINOES: also known as Trains. Barbara Fitzgerald teaches this version of
dominoes on Mondays 1:00–3:00pm. If you have a set of Mexican Dominoes, please
bring them. New members welcome!
“JOY SINGERS” OF SUMMERVILE BAPTIST: Come enjoy this program of old gospel
favorites and other familiar old songs, plus a devotion. Monday, May 18th @ 10:30am
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: If you are a member of the center & have a birthday in
May, please join us Friday, May 15th @ 12:00pm for a piece of birthday cake! Please be
sure to put your name on the Birthday sheet in the Rose Rm. Please remember that
cake is only served at 12:00pm.
CANASTA: Both Traditional Canasta and “Hand & Foot” versions are played.
New/experienced players welcome! Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30am-4:00pm.
BRIDGE: Mondays 1:00 - 3:30pm. Experienced players only, please. (No class May
29th)
CASUAL BRIDGE: Fridays 10:00am – 12:00pm. Experienced players only, please.
BEGINNING BRIDGE: Come learn how to play bridge! Those with little or no experience
are welcome. Lead Instructor: Howard Hardee. Classes are held Mondays from
11:30am-1:00pm and Fridays from 1:00-2:30pm. Instructors request that you
commit to coming to BOTH Monday and Friday classes on a regular basis, as bridge
is a complicated game to learn.
PINOCHLE: Some experience preferred. Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00am - 4:00pm
BEGINNING PINOCHLE: No experience necessary. Come learn how to play! Instructors:
Robert Ford & Bill Sanders, Mondays @ 11:00am
MAHJONG: New/experienced players welcome. Group meets Tuesdays 12:00-4:00pm.
BUNCO: Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month. New & experienced players welcome!
Remember to pay your $5.00 gift fee at this class. Wednesday, May 13th 12:30-2:00pm
CHESS GROUP: Love playing chess? Come join others who also love to play! Bring a
board and playing pieces if you have them! (Some experience is necessary as no
instruction is provided) Thursdays @ 1:00-4:00pm
~OUTINGS~
NOTE: All activity fees and sign-ups are closed & final as stated in
descriptions. Trips are NON-REFUNDABLE unless the trip is
cancelled by Dorchester Seniors Inc.
PRESCRIPTION PICKUPS / ERRANDS TRIP: We will provide transportation to
Walgreen’s & Wal-Mart (both on Main St.) Wednesday, May 6th @10:00am.You MUST
call your prescriptions in a day ahead. Deadline May 5th @12:00pm.
Transportation Fee-$1.00
STRAWBERRY PICKING TRIP
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE LONG PERIODS OF WALKING ON UNEVEN
GROUND, STANDING, AND BENDING INVOLVED.
NO SITTING AREAS ARE AVAILABLE
Let’s celebrate Spring by heading over to Charpia Farms on Monday, May 11th!
Each participant will pick a one-quart container of fresh strawberries from the field to
bring home with them. (There may be other produce available to purchase, so you may
want to bring some money with you in case you see something you want in
addition to the berries.)
Trip Cost- $4.00 (Includes 1 quart of berries & transportation)
We will return to the center in time for lunch
Space is limited to 28 people. Must sign up IN PERSON at Front Desk
Buses depart @10:00am, Return to Center before 12:00pm
Deadline to sign up is Thursday, May 7th @5:00pm
You are welcome to drive and meet us at Charpia Farms if you like. If you choose
to do so, you will be responsible for paying for your own berries at Charpia Farms.
~SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS~
RED HAT SOCIETY: Come join the Flowertown Foxy Ladies chapter of the Red Hat
Society. Dedicated to enjoying life after 50, these women are focused on friendship, fun,
and laughter. Call Pat Lacey (843) 278-0416 for information. Please contact Pat Lacey
at (843) 278-0416 for more information.
SINGLE SENIORS GROUP: Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month. Group for 50+
Singles who want to go to movies, dinner and other social events together and make new
friends. Tuesday, May 5th @ 6:00pm
AARP MEMBER MEETING: Wednesday, May 20th @12:30pm
NARFE MEMBER MEETING: Monday, May 18th @1:30pm
AARP BOARD MEETING: Monday, May 4th @9:30am
Farmer’s Market Vouchers
The Seniors Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program helps low income seniors
while aiding local farmers. Vouchers will be issued on
Wednesday, May 27 & Friday, May 29
8:30-11:00am
to qualifying individuals age 60 & older.
Vouchers may be used to purchase fresh produce
from local participating farmer’s markets.
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"Have you noticed the changes in the Gift Shop lately? After a few weeks of
being under construction we have a new coat of paint and new displays.
Feel free to stop by sometime and check out our new inventory ranging
from household items to baby things and some that are just plain unusual.
Gifts Galore is open 9 to 3 Monday through Thursday and 9 to 12 on Fridays.
QUILT RAFFLE!
Raffle Tickets are now on sale at the front desk
for this beautiful quilt, made and donated by
our Quilting Class at DSI.
The drawing will take place at our
Annual Silent Auction on November 14th!