January 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
Attention:
The Gift Shop
will be
Come join us
Friday Mornings at
8:45am
Only $5 per class!
See Calendar
Description for more
details!
5
9:00 Benefit Bank
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Beg. Spanish
9:30 AARP Board
Meeting
10:15 Int. Spanish
10:30 Chair Travel:
Martin Luther King,
“I Have a Dream”
11:00 Beg.Pinochle
11:30 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Dominoes
12:45 Level 2 Comp
Wed
Reminder!
Renew your
Membership!
CLOSED
the Week of
January
Stop by the Front
th
th
12 -16
Desk to get your
new card for
For Inventory
2015!
6
8:30 Aerobics*
9:15 Lev.1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Crafts/Kim
10:00 Bingo
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
6:00 Single
Seniors
7
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Prescription
Pickups
10:15 Bible Study
1:00 Clogging
Thu
1
Closed in
Observance of
New Year’s
Day
No Meals Served or
Delivered
8
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:15 Lev 1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 BP Screens
w/Trident
10:00 “Just Good
Enough” Music
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
2:00 Oil Painting
Fri
2
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:15 Wii Games
10:30 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
9
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
9:45 Morning Movie:
“The Fault in Our
Stars,” PG-13
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:30 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
YOU MUST BE 50+ YRS. OLD & A MEMBER OF THE CENTER TO PARTICIPATE IN
ANY OF OUR ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS.
ACTIVITY CALENDARS FOR FEBRUARY WILL BE RELEASED TUESDAY JANUARY 27TH @ 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
12
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Beg. Spanish
10:15 Int. Spanish
10:30 Ladder Game
11:00 Beginning
Pinochle
11:30 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Dominoes
1:00 AARP Tax
Training
12:45 Level 2 Comp.
Tue
Tue
13
8:30 Aerobics*
9:15 Lev.1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Bingo w/
Pruitt Health
10:00 Crafts/Elaine
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
14
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:15 Bible Study
10:30 Win, Lose or
Draw
12:30 Bunco
1:00 Clogging
Thu
Fri
15
8:30 Aerobics*
9:15 Int. Quilting
9:30 Lev 1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Nutrition
Series: “Arthritis
Diet”
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
2:00 Oil Painting
2:00 Red Hat
Meeting
16
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 J-I-N-G-O
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:30 Crochet
12:00 Birthdays
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
21
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:15 Bible Study
10:30 Giant Toss
Game
1:00 Clogging
1:30 AARP Mtg.
22
8:30 Aerobics*
9:30 Int. Quilting
9:30 Lev 1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Ceramics
10:00 Bookmobile
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
2:00 Oil Painting
23
8:45 AARP Driving
Course
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:30 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
28
9:00 Weight Trng*
9:00 Pinochle
9:30 Canasta
10:00 Bingo
w/Cypress Place
10:15 Bible Study
1:00 Clogging
1:30 Tax Volunteer
Meeting
29
8:30 Aerobics*
9:15 Int. Quilting
9:30 Lev 1 Comp.
9:30 Walking Club
9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Gardening
1:00 Int. Quilting
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Woodcarving
1:00 Chess Group
2:00 Oil Painting
30
8:45 Zumba Gold
9:30 Canasta
9:45 Movie: “Night
at the Museum,” PG
10:00 Casual Bridge
10:30 Crochet
12:30 Line Dance*
1:00 Beginning
Bridge
1:00 Creative
Crafters
~Bake Sale Week January 12th~16th~
19
20
8:30 Aerobics*
Closed in
9:00 Benefit Bank
Observance of 9:30 Lev.1 Comp.
Martin Luther 9:30 Walking Club
King Jr. Day 9:40 Yoga*
10:00 Bingo
No Meals Served or w/Southern Care
Delivered
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Beg. Quilting
1:30 Volunteer
Orientation
2:00 Oil Painting
2:30 Tai Chi*
26
27
9:00 Weight Trng*
8:30 Aerobics*
9:00 Pinochle
9:15 Lev.1 Comp
9:15 Beg. Spanish 9:30 Walking Club
10:15 Int. Spanish
9:40 Yoga*
11:00 Beg.Pinochle 11:30 Walking
11:30 Beginning
Club Luncheon
Bridge
12:00 Mahjong
1:00 Bridge
1:00 Sit & Get Fit
1:00 Dominoes
1:00 Beg. Quilting
12:45 Level 2 Comp 2:00 Oil Painting
1:30 NARFE Mtg
2:30 Tai Chi*
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 & Thursdays 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 January 20th
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 NOT have a class in January. She will
return for her next class on Feb. 3rd. Instructor Elaine Weyer will NOT have a class
in January. She will return for her next class on February 10th.
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.
Class limited to 20 people. Must sign up at front desk, Deadline is Friday, Jan.
16th @ 5:00pm. Thursday, January 22nd @ 10:00am
CROCHET: Mary Altrock teaches all levels of crochet. Fridays 10:30–11:30am
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 January from 1:00 – 3:00pm. All proceeds are used to support the
services and programs at Dorchester Seniors.
~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, January 5th & Tuesday,
January 20th. 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. No
class January 5th
BIBLE STUDY: Ms.Trophelia Ajala leads a non-denominational Bible Study. All faiths
are welcome! Wednesdays 10:15am.
CHAIR TRAVEL: Join us as we journey through time via a video titled “Martin Luther
King, I Have a Dream.” This DVD contains "The big march" (1963); "March on
Washington" (1963); "The march twenty years later" (1983), King's entire inspirational
speech in Washington D.C. on August 28, 1963. Monday, January 5th @10:30am
GARDENING: Ron Coffey of the Clemson Master Gardening Program discusses
gardening concerns, and provides beneficial tips to keep your garden and plants
healthy. Tuesday, January 13th @1:00pm & Thursday, January 29th @10:00am
AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS: TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS COURSE YOU
MUST BE AT LEAST 50, BUT YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF AARP.
Companies offering automobile insurance in South Carolina must give a discount to
drivers over are 55 that do not use their cars to go to work and have no male drivers
under 25 in their households. Discounts from 2-10% are given to drivers over 25 who
take a defensive driving course such as this one. This discount is good for 3 years and
may be renewed by taking this course again. $15 for AARP members, $20 for nonAARP members, Friday, January 23rd 8:45am-4:00pm
~Computer Classes~
• Must Sign Up At FRONT DESK to register for computer classes
• No cost if you are a member of the Center
• Must attend all classes in month to receive the full benefits
• Members from the waiting list are called when an opening is
available for the next session
LEVEL 1 COMPUTER CLASS: Ritha Tuten – Instructor: Learn the very basic
operations of the computer from turning the computer on, using the mouse, and
performing basic functions in Microsoft Word. Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:15-11:30am.
LEVEL 2 COMPUTER: John Zaitz – Instructor: Reviews basic computer skills,
including how to use various applications and the internet. Mondays 12:45 – 3:00pm.
(No classes will be held January through April due to AARP Tax services)
~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.
*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
*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.
FITNESS EQUIPMENT TRAINING: Ed Redman, Certified Personal Trainer from YMCA
will be available in the Fitness Room on Tuesday, January 13th 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 Trident Medical. Thursday, January 8th @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
• 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: The ULTIMATE Arthritis Diet from the Arthritis Foundation will
be our January topic. Which foods fight pain and inflammation in joints and which foods
make it worse? Do those nutritional supplements work? What impact does body weight
make on your joints? Which diet advice is just a myth? Jean Muller, a licensed
dietitian/nutritionist will be our speaker. Please join us for a lively discussion on the
connection between diet and arthritis. You could win some healthy food door prizes too!
Thursday, January 15th @10:00am
CLOGGING: Put on your dancing shoes & join us as Instructor Julia Tourtellotte teaches
beginner & intermediate level clogging. Wednesdays 1:00-2:30pm.
~ CARDS, GAMES, & OTHER FUN~
MORNING MOVIE: Come join us for a movie and popcorn on Friday, January 9th @
9:45am! We will be watching “The Fault in Our Stars,” PG-13. Hazel and Gus share a
sarcastic sense of humor, a distaste for the conventional, and ultimately a love that sweeps
them on an unforgettable journey. Although the two teens face unlikely challenges, their
courage and dedication to each other prove that while life isn't perfect, love can still be
extraordinary in this powerfully moving film based on John Green's New York Times bestselling novel. (Drama)
MORNING MOVIE: Come join us for a movie and popcorn on Friday, January 30th @
9:45am! We will be watching “Night at the Museum,”PG, starring Ben Stiller. Larry Daley
is a divorced father who can't seem to keep a job for more than a week. As a last resort,
Larry applies for a job as a night shift security guard at the American Museum of Natural
History. However, a seemingly easy job turns out to be an adventure when he finds that an
ancient curse causes the "inhabitants" of the museum to come to life at night. (Comedy)
BINGO: Join us weekly as we play for donated prizes. Days vary, please see calendar.
WII GAMES: Join us in playing some active and fun games on the Wii such as bowling.
Friday, January 2nd @ 10:15am
LADDER BALL (BOLO): The game is played by throwing a bolo, made of two golf balls
connected with a rope, at a 3 rung ladder. Monday, January 12th @ 10:30am
BOOKMOBILE: The Dorchester County Bookmobile will be here on Thursday, January
22nd 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!
J-I-N-G-O: Bingo-style game played for candy prizes. Friday, January 16th @ 10:00am
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: If you are a member of the center & have a birthday in
January, please join us Friday, January 16th @ 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.
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!
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.
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. 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
NEW! 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.
WIN LOSE OR DRAW- Teams will test their skills at guessing words or phrases from their
teammates’ drawing skills. This month is an October-theme. Wednesday, January 14th
@10:30am
BUNCO: Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month. New & experienced players welcome!
Remember to pay your $5.00 gift fee at this class. Wednesday, January 14th 12:302:00pm
GIANT TOSS GAME: Fun game tossing beanbags onto a large target on the floor for
points! Easy & fun to do standing or seated! Wednesday, January 21st @ 10:30am
WALKING CLUB “10 MILE” LUNCHEON: Special healthy luncheon and recognition
ceremony held exclusively for members of the Walking Club who achieved the goal of
walking at least 10 miles last quarter (Sept – Dec 2014). Tuesday, January 27th @
11:30am, (Invitation Only)
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: We will provide transportation to Walgreen’s &
Wal-Mart (both on Main St.) Wednesday, January 7th @10:00am.You MUST call your
prescriptions in a day ahead. Deadline January 6th @12:00pm.Transportation Fee$1.00
~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. The Red Hats will have a
meeting at 2:00pm on Thursday, January 15th. Please contact Pat Lacey at (843) 2780416 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, January 6th @ 6:00pm
AARP MEMBER MEETING: Wednesday, January 21st @1:30pm
NARFE MEMBER MEETING: Monday, January 26th @1:30pm
AARP BOARD MEETING: Monday, January 5th @9:30am
Have you ever considered volunteering at Dorchester Seniors?
Would you like to deliver meals, work in the gift shop or help with activities?
Then come to the orientation on January 20th at 1:30pm
to learn more about the volunteer opportunities offered by DSI.
Please see Susan, volunteer coordinator for more information.