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May 2014
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New! FREE! AARP Caregiver Forum, Monday, May 5, 2014, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Issues, resources, advocacy. Featuring Lisa Gwyther, Director of Family Support Programs, ADRC, Duke University.
New! FREE! Diabetes Self-Management Program. Wednesdays, May 21 – June 25th 1-3:30pm. This 6 week workshop will teach you how to take control of your diabetes instead of letting it control you. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Advanced Care Planning. Thursday, May 1st at 10:30am. Learn about the types of decisions that need to be made for your future and how to let others know about your preferences by putting them into an advance directive. Brought to you by Hospice and Palliative Care. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Beautiful Play with Polymer Clay - Monday, May 5th 9am -12pm. Create beautiful take-home masterpieces with polymer clay! Space is extremely limited. Please sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Foreclosure Prevention – Tuesday, May 6th 10:30-11:30am. The North Carolina Coalition and Legal Services of the Southern Piedmont will be presenting on Foreclosure Prevention. Join us to learn more about what you can do to avoid foreclosure. Sign up at the Front Desk or call to register!
New! FREE! Seniors Role in Helping Youth Deal with Bullying, Cyberbullying and Social Media’s Impact on Today’s Youth.Thursday, May 8th at 10am. The Foundation for Respect Ability brings you an interactive workshop that focuses on what bullying is, facts and myths, and roles of bystanders. Cyberbullying and its impact on youth and society as well as signs to help recognize if a child is in a bullying situation and strategies to deal with bullying will also be discussed. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Disaster Preparedness – May 20th 10:30 am. It is imperative to know what steps to take in the event of an emergency. Come join us for this free event that could save your life or the life of a loved one. This is a free class, register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Identifying Mammal Skulls. May 27th 10am. There will be a variety of real and replicated mammal skulls to teach participants how to distinguish between different types of mammals. This was if you were ever out walking in nature and find a real animal skull, you would be able to identify it. Come check it out! Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Memory and Mobility. Tuesday, May 13th 10-11am. Learn about the early stages of dementia as well as resources for families and those affected. Learn how to make the home a safer place. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Staying Safe:Bathroom Safety. May 22nd at 10:30 am. Join Chris Eddings from Universal Design Builders as he talks to you about things to think about to keep you safe at home in your bathroom. He also offers helpful tips for those planning on renovating a bathroom to make it safer as we age. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
FREE! Photo Club – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 12 pm
An engaging DVD series of lectures, from National Geographic magazine contributing photographer, Joel Sartore will instruct you on the Fundamentals of Photography. Lectures include making great pictures, camera equipment, lenses and focal length, shutter speeds, aperture and depth of field, and light 1. Learn how to capture photographic stories and essays while moving beyond a still image to a photographic narrative. New participants are always welcome!
FREE! Zumba Gold- Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28th, 2014 at 10:30-11:15 am
This dance fitness craze gets you moving, it’s fun and entertaining! Whether you are standing or sitting, you will get the most out of your work out. Caddy Daddy Fitness Instructors will teach the class.
Donations are accepted! Call to register. 704—522-6222
FREE! Chair Yoga- Thursdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2014 at 10:15 am
This gentle form of yoga is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Yoga relaxes your body and mind, improves your musculoskeletal fitness and flexibility, and elevates your overall health and well-being.
FREE! Book Club – Wednesday, May 21st, 2014 @ 10:00am – If you are an avid reader and enjoy various literary genres this club is for you! This book club is tailored to your interests and covers all the latest authors. Call to register!
FREE! Happy Hookers Crochet Club – Every Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm! Every Friday 10:00am – 12:00pm! The group is looking for new crochet group participants! Projects include making scarves and hats for Sickle Cell Anemia children ages 3 – 18 years as well as items to sell at the Senior Center. Yarn will be provided! If you are interested with this new project please call 704-522-6222 for more information.
FREE! Tyvola Treasures Crafts – Wednesday, May 14th and 21st from 1–2:30 pm – This free class helps benefit the Tyvola Senior Center by making a craft and allowing it to be sold at the senior center or craft shows. Help us raise money to keep our current programs alive! Please pre-register at 704-522-6222.
FREE! Memory Lane Café – Friday, May 16 2014 at 10:30am
Join us for the wonderful acoustic guitar and vocals of David Hoag, playing all your favorite standards! Refreshments will be served!
FREE! Line Dancing with Louise – Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30pm. Donations appreciated! Join in the fun as you burn calories with this energetic class.
FREE! Brain Games: Monday, May 5, 12 and 19, 2014 @ 10:30am – You are sure to stretch those brain muscles and enjoy these fun brain enhancement games.
FREE! Computer Help with the Guys – Fridays in May 2014, 9 am – 12 pm
Need help using the computer? Not sure how to perform a certain computer task? Bring your questions and get FREE computer advice. If you’ve got computer questions, they’ve got the answer!
FREE! It’s Back!Tech Talk Tidbits- Friday, May 9, 11:am (Topic: Cell Phones)
Computer Help with the Guys will teach mini computer classes regarding various tech topics to assist you in becoming technologically savvy. Call to register!
FREE! Cooking School – Tuesday, May 20th, 2014, 1:30 pm.
Learn fun and tasty recipes from a Chef from Sunrise Senior Living! Preregister to hold your spot! Space is limited! Call 724-522-6222.
FREE! Support Group! Deafolinas – Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 9:00-12:00 pm.
This support group for the hearing impaired is led by Peggy Brooks. Call the Center for more information.
FREE! Support Group! Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday, May 15, 2014 from 1-3 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts – Every Tuesday 8:30 am-12:30 pm
We supply the space, you supply the talent! If you have any unfinished artwork or craft pieces, or would like to start something new, do not hesitate to come and join the bunch!
Puzzles – Check out our puzzle collection located in our library! Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
*BINGO: (SCNP participants only) Fridays, May 9, and 23, 2014 at 10:00am - Join the Senior Nutrition group for some great fun and friendly competition. Look for new, bigger & better prize offerings each week.
FREE! That’s Entertainment – Friday, May 2 and 16, 2014, 10:30 am – 11:30 am and Tuesdays, May 6, 13 and 27, 10:00 am – 11:15 am 2014 @ 10:45am - TBA
FREE! Crafty Corner - Thursday, May 1 and 22, 2014, 9:30 am – 10:00 am – Let us enhance your natural ability. Take home a piece worthy of using or exhibiting in your home or something yummy to eat.
FREE! Fruits & Veggies Matter! Strawberry! Tuesday, May 20, 2014 @10:45am – 11:15 am – Winter’s bounty will make your mouth water as we enjoy the health benefits and taste some of the fruits and vegetables of winter.
FREE! V-E Day Program – May 8, 2014, 11:30 am
FREE! National Chocolate Chip Day – May 15, 2014, 9:30 am
FREE! Lucky Penny Day – May 23, 2014, 9:30 am
FREE! Limerick Day – May 12, 2014, 10:30 am – 11:15 am.
FREE! Table Tennis- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:15am – 12:15pm. New Members Welcome! Come join our fun group of table tennis players, get a great workout, and prepare for the Senior Games with us.
Lunch
Senior Citizen Nutrition Program– Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm, The Tyvola Senior Center is a congregate meal site for the Mecklenburg County Senior Citizen Nutrition Program (SCNP). If you are interested in joining us for lunch and fellowship please call 704-817-5463 for important enrollment info. Daily programs are offered to all participants in this program and many are open to non SCNP participants as well.
*BINGO: (SCNP participants only) Fridays May 9 and 23, 2014 at 10:00am - Join the Senior Nutrition group for some great fun and friendly competition. Look for new, bigger & better prize offerings each week.
FREE! That’s Entertainment – Friday, May 2 and 16, 2014, 10:30 am – 11:30 am and Tuesdays, May 6, 13 and 27, 10:00 am – 11:15 am 2014 @ 10:45am - TBA
FREE! Crafty Corner - Thursday, May 1 and 22, 2014, 9:30 am – 10:00 am – Let us enhance your natural ability. Take home a piece worthy of using or exhibiting in your home or something yummy to eat.
FREE! Fruits & Veggies Matter! Strawberry! Tuesday, May 20, 2014 @10:45am – 11:15 am – Winter’s bounty will make your mouth water as we enjoy the health benefits and taste some of the fruits and vegetables of winter.
FREE! V-E Day Program – May 8, 2014, 11:30 am
FREE! National Chocolate Chip Day – May 15, 2014, 9:30 am
FREE! Lucky Penny Day – May 23, 2014, 9:30 am
FREE! Limerick Day – May 12, 2014, 10:30 am – 11:15 am.
*Programs for Senior Citizen Nutrition Program participants only
Exercise and Fitness
It’s Back! Group Personal Training with Yvonne (Certified Personal Trainer) – Wednesdays, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm $25/month with Associate Discount Card, $38/month without ADC May 7 - 28, 2014.
FREE! Zumba Gold- Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014 at 10:30-11:15 am
This dance fitness craze gets you moving, it’s fun and entertaining! Whether you are standing or sitting, you will get the most out of your work out. Caddy Daddy Fitness Instructors will teach the class.
Donations are accepted! Call to register. 704—522-6222
Tai Chi – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:00 pm, $38/month with Annual Discount Card, $57/month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out-your first class for $5!
Gentle Yoga- Thursdays, from 9-10:15 am, $23 per month with annual Discount Card, $35 per month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out-your first class for $5!
FREE! Chair Yoga – Thursday, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2014, 10:15 am
This FREE class is open to everyone, and is suitable for individuals with limited mobility. Chair yoga is adapted to provide you all of the benefits of yoga including improving strength, flexibility, posture, without getting on the floor.
New! Beginning Line Dance Lessons – Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014 from 1 – 2 pm. Cost: $23 with Annual Discount Card, $35 without ADC
We are starting Beginning Line Dance Lessons at Tyvola Senior Center! This monthly class is sure to get you up and dancing! Expect a high energy and fun hour!
Jazzercise Lite: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9 - 10 am with Virginia Alley. This class combines stretching, strengthening and cardiovascular endurance into a fun and exciting low-impact exercise program! $30/mo – with Discount Card $45/mo – without Discount Card.
FREE! Table Tennis- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:15am – 12:15pm. Come join our fun group of table tennis players, get a great workout, and prepare for the Senior Games with us.
Health Suite – Persons 55 and better are eligible to use the Health Suite. Expect increased aerobic activity, an increase in lean muscle tissue, increased range of motion and joint stability as well as a decrease in body fat and resting heart rate! Recent studies also show lowered risk of Alzheimer’s disease for regular exercisers. For more info, contact the Health Suite at 704-817-5461. $1 per visit with Annual Discount Card, $2 per visit without Annual Discount Card.
Health Suite Circle Groups are classes focusing on strength, flexibility, balance and stamina that are offered by a HS Coordinator/UNCC Graduate Assistant and volunteers. Eligibility: Health Suite Participant with all forms up-to-date and/or *HS Coordinator approval with qualifying fitness test. Cost: $1-current annual discount cardholders, $2-participants without an ADC.
Regular Group(s): Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30-10:00 am and 10:15-10:45 am
High Intensity Group: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11-11:30 am*
Classes and Lectures
New! FREE! AARP Caregiver Forum, Monday, May 5, 2014, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Issues, resources, advocacy. Featuring Lisa Gwyther, Director of Family Support Programs, ADRC, Duke University.
New! FREE! Diabetes Self-Management Program. Wednesdays, May 21 – June 25th 1-3:30pm. This 6 week workshop will teach you how to take control of your diabetes instead of letting it control you. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Advanced Care Planning. Thursday, May 1st at 10:30am. Learn about the types of decisions that need to be made for your future and how to let others know about your preferences by putting them into an advance directive. Brought to you by Hospice and Palliative Care. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Foreclosure Prevention – Tuesday, May 6th 10:30-11:30am. The North Carolina Coalition and Legal Services of the Southern Piedmont will be presenting on Foreclosure Prevention. Join us to learn more about what you can do to avoid foreclosure. Sign up at the Front Desk or call to register!
New! FREE! Beautiful Play with Polymer Clay - Monday, May 5th 9am -12pm. Create beautiful take-home masterpieces with polymer clay! Space is extremely limited. Please sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Seniors Role in Helping Youth Deal with Bullying, Cyberbullying and Social Media’s Impact on Today’s Youth.Thursday, May 8th at 10am. The Foundation for Respect Ability brings you an interactive workshop that focuses on what bullying is, facts and myths, and roles of bystanders. Cyberbullying and its impact on youth and society as well as signs to help recognize if a child is in a bullying situation and strategies to deal with bullying will also be discussed. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Disaster Preparedness – May 20th 10:30 am. It is imperative to know what steps to take in the event of an emergency. Come join us for this free event that could save your life or the life of a loved one. This is a free class, register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Identifying Mammal Skulls. May 27th 10am. There will be a variety of real and replicated mammal skulls to teach participants how to distinguish between different types of mammals. This was if you were ever out walking in nature and find a real animal skull, you would be able to identify it. Come check it out! Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Memory and Mobility. Tuesday, May 13th 10-11am. Learn about the early stages of dementia as well as resources for families and those affected. Learn how to make the home a safer place. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Staying Safe:Bathroom Safety. May 22nd at 10:30 am. Join Chris Eddings from Universal Design Builders as he talks to you about things to think about to keep you safe at home in your bathroom. He also offers helpful tips for those planning on renovating a bathroom to make it safer as we age. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
FREE! Photo Club – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 12 pm
An engaging DVD series of lectures, from National Geographic magazine contributing photographer, Joel Sartore will instruct you on the Fundamentals of Photography. Lectures include making great pictures, camera equipment, lenses and focal length, shutter speeds, aperture and depth of field, and light 1. Learn how to capture photographic stories and essays while moving beyond a still image to a photographic narrative. New participants are always welcome!
FREE! Support Group! Deafolinas – Tuesday, May 13, 2014, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
This support group for the hearing impaired is led by Peggy Brooks. Call the Center for more information.
FREE! Support Group! Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 1 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
FREE! It’s Back!Tech Talk Tidbits- Friday, May 9, 11:00 am (Topic: Cell Phones)
Computer Help with the Guys will teach mini computer classes regarding various tech topics to assist you in becoming technologically savvy. Call to register!
Basket Weaving – Mondays at 1pm. $30/term with Annual Discount Card, $45/term without Annual Discount Card. Spring Term: April through June, 2014. Learn to weave beautiful baskets from our talented instructor.
Watercolor – Tuesdays at 1pm. Join this group to develop your talents in watercolor. Call the Center for more information. Spring Classes start April and go through June, 2014. New Instructor: Wendy Hope! Cost is $50 with Annual Discount Card, $75 without Annual Discount Card.
Make and Take Craft Class - Wednesday, May 28 – 1-2:30pm Join us monthly for fun new art projects. Fee changes depending on craft – just to cover cost of supplies. Registration required. Whatever you make is yours to enjoy! Call 704-522-6222 for this month’s project.
FREE! Tyvola Treasures Crafts - Wednesdays, May 14 and 21, 2014 from 1–2:30 pm – This free class helps benefit the Tyvola Senior Center by making a craft and allowing it to be sold at the senior center or craft shows. Help us raise money to keep our current programs alive! Please pre-register at 704-522-6222.
Cards
Spades – Mondays 10am - 12pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Canasta – Tuesdays and Fridays 12:30 - 4pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Beginner’s Bridge Instruction – Tuesdays 10:00am - 12pm and Fridays 10:00 – 12:30pm. $50 per term with Annual Discount Card, $75 per term without Annual Discount Card. Spring Term: April through June, 2014
Bridge Groups– There are at least 8 bridge groups that meet at Tyvola. Please call the Center to get the contact name and number for the group you are interested in. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Mah Jong Classes – Wednesdays at 1 pm. Mah Jong is an ancient Chinese game imported to America in the late 1920s. Today, the Westernized Mah Jong Game is a family-friendly intelligence game which promotes psycho-social skills. Learn how to play this ancient Chinese game. Free with Annual Discount card. Space is limited! Call to register!
FREE! Brain Games: Monday, May 5, 12 and 19, 2014 @ 10:30am – You are sure to stretch those brain muscles and enjoy these fun brain enhancement games.
Special Events and Trips
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Senior Trips – Call (704) 432-4580 for more information! You can also stop by the Tyvola Senior Center to pick up a flyer.
Travel meeting for multi-day trips. Interested in travel? Register at the reception desk or call 704-522-6222 for more information.
NEW! TYVOLA SENIOR CENTER ANNUAL PICNIC. May 16, 2014, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Come join us for picnic food and games for a great time! Try your luck at carnival games while enjoying a good meal! Bring pocketbook and checkbook for silent auction and games. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk or by calling 704-522-6222.
It’s Back! Silpada Jewelry Fundraiser Benefiting the Tyvola Senior Center – Friday, May 2, 9:00 am. More information at the Center.
June 2014
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New! FREE! Diabetes Self-Management Program. Wednesdays, May 21 – June 25th 1-3:30pm. This 6 week workshop will teach you how to take control of your diabetes instead of letting it control you. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Emergency Room 101. Tuesday, June 10 at 10:30am. Dr. Bolden, Medical Director at the new CHS South Park Emergency Department will discuss Emergency Room etiquette, when you should and should not use the emergency room, when you should use an urgent care facility, falls prevention, and diabetes risk assessments. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Staying Safe: Reducing Trip Hazards. June 24th at 10:30 am. Join Chris Eddings from Universal Design Builders as he talks to you about things to think about to keep you safe at home and to reduce trip hazards. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
FREE! Photo Club – Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 12 pm
An engaging DVD series of lectures, from National Geographic magazine contributing photographer, Joel Sartore will instruct you on the Fundamentals of Photography. Lectures include making great pictures, camera equipment, lenses and focal length, shutter speeds, aperture and depth of field, and light 1. Learn how to capture photographic stories and essays while moving beyond a still image to a photographic narrative. New participants are always welcome!
FREE! Zumba Gold- Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, and 25th, 2014 at 10:30-11:15 am
This dance fitness craze gets you moving, it’s fun and entertaining! Whether you are standing or sitting, you will get the most out of your work out. Caddy Daddy Fitness Instructors will teach the class.
Donations are accepted! Call to register. 704—522-6222
FREE! Chair Yoga- Thursdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26th, 2014 at 10:15 am
This gentle form of yoga is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Yoga relaxes your body and mind, improves your musculoskeletal fitness and flexibility, and elevates your overall health and well-being.
FREE! Book Club – Wednesday, June 18, 2014 @ 10:00am – If you are an avid reader and enjoy various literary genres this club is for you! This book club is tailored to your interests and covers all the latest authors. Call to register!
FREE! Happy Hookers Crochet Club – Every Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm! Every Friday 10:00am – 12:00pm! The group is looking for new crochet group participants! Projects include making scarves and hats for Sickle Cell Anemia children ages 3 – 18 years as well as items to sell at the Senior Center. Yarn will be provided! If you are interested with this new project please call 704-522-6222 for more information.
FREE! Tyvola Treasures Crafts – Wednesday, June 4th and 18th from 1–2:30 pm – This free class helps benefit the Tyvola Senior Center by making a craft and allowing it to be sold at the senior center or craft shows. Help us raise money to keep our current programs alive! Please pre-register at 704-522-6222.
FREE! Memory Lane Café – Friday, June 20, 2014 at 10:30am
Join us for the wonderful acoustic guitar and vocals of David Hoag, playing all your favorite standards! Refreshments will be served!
FREE! Line Dancing with Louise – Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30pm. Donations appreciated! Join in the fun as you burn calories with this energetic class.
FREE! Brain Games: Monday, June 9, 16, 23, 2014 @ 10:30am – You are sure to stretch those brain muscles and enjoy these fun brain enhancement games.
FREE! That’s Entertainment – Karaoke RX - Friday, June 6, at 10:30 am, Elvis Through the Years- Tuesday June 10, at 10:00am, & George Kaye Piano- Tuesday, June 24, at 10:45am.
FREE! AARP Presents Healthy Living on any Budget- Tuesday, June 3rd at 10:45am – Join us for this informative presentation as we strive towards a healthy tomorrow.
FREE! Applesauce Cake Day- Monday, June 2nd @12:30pm. This is a time to enjoy an old and often forgotten goodie. This is a truly delicious day! It doesn’t take much to enjoy Applesauce Cake Day. Just eat a piece of applesauce cake!
FREE! Candy Buffet- Monday, June 30 @ 12:30pm – June is National Candy Month, so dig in and enjoy today’s Candy Buffet.
FREE! Donut Day- Friday, June 6 @ 10:00am. National Doughnut Day honors the Salvation Army “Lassies” of WWI. The original Salvation Army Doughnut was first served by Salvation Army in 1917. Come join us for the rest of this interesting history tale!
FREE! Forgiveness Day: Thursday, June 26, 2014 ALL DAY!
FREE! Ice Cream Soda Day- Friday, June 20th at 10:00am- Ice Cream Soda Day is a great summer cooler. It’s hot, it’s muggy, and an Ice Cream Soda is a flavorful way to cool off. Don’t forget to celebrate!
FREE! Iced Tea Day- Tuesday, June 10 @12:00pm. With the official start of summer just a few days away, the timing is perfect for National Iced Tea Day!
FREE! Yo-Yo Day: Thursday, June 12th @ 9:45am – National Yo-Yo Day is actually on June 6th, but we are celebrating today. Join us for some Yo-Yo fun!
FREE! Computer Help with the Guys – Fridays in June 2014, 9 am – 12 pm
Need help using the computer? Not sure how to perform a certain computer task? Bring your questions and get FREE computer advice. If you’ve got computer questions, they’ve got the answer!
FREE! It’s Back! Tech Talk Tidbits- Friday, June 20, 11:am (Topic: Passwords and Software Updates)
Computer Help with the Guys will teach mini computer classes regarding various tech topics to assist you in becoming technologically savvy. Call to register!
FREE! Cooking School – Tuesday, June 17th, 2014, 1:30 pm.
Learn fun and tasty recipes from a Chef from Sunrise Senior Living! Preregister to hold your spot! Space is limited! Call 724-522-6222.
FREE! Support Group! Deafolinas – Tuesday, June 10, 2014, 9:00-12:00 pm.
This support group for the hearing impaired is led by Peggy Brooks. Call the Center for more information.
FREE! Support Group! Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 1-3 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts – Every Tuesday 8:30 am-12:30 pm
We supply the space, you supply the talent! If you have any unfinished artwork or craft pieces, or would like to start something new, do not hesitate to come and join the bunch!
Puzzles – Check out our puzzle collection located in our library! Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
*BINGO: (SCNP participants only) Fridays, 13, 27, 2014 at 10:00am - Join the Senior Nutrition group for some great fun and friendly competition. Look for new, bigger & better prize offerings each week.
FREE! That’s Entertainment – Karaoke RX - Friday, June 6, at 10:30 am, Elvis Through the Years- Tuesday June 10, at 10:00am, & George Kaye Piano- Tuesday, June 24, at 10:45am.
FREE! Crafty Corner - Thursday, June 5, 19th 2014, 9:45 am – 10:00 am – Let us enhance your natural ability. Take home a piece worthy of using or exhibiting in your home or something yummy to eat.
FREE! Fruits & Veggies Matter! Cucumbers: Tuesday, June 17 @ 10:00am – Spring’s bounty will make your mouth water as we enjoy the health benefits and taste some of the fruits and vegetables of spring.
FREE! Table Tennis- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:15am – 12:15pm. New Members Welcome! Come join our fun group of table tennis players, get a great workout, and prepare for the Senior Games with us.
Lunch
Senior Citizen Nutrition Program– Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm, The Tyvola Senior Center is a congregate meal site for the Mecklenburg County Senior Citizen Nutrition Program (SCNP). If you are interested in joining us for lunch and fellowship please call 704-817-5463 for important enrollment info. Daily programs are offered to all participants in this program and many are open to non SCNP participants as well.
*BINGO: (SCNP participants only) Fridays June 13, 27th, 2014 at 10:00am - Join the Senior Nutrition group for some great fun and friendly competition. Look for new, bigger & better prize offerings each week.
FREE! Brain Games: Monday, June 9, 16, 23, 2014 @ 10:30am – You are sure to stretch those brain muscles and enjoy these fun brain enhancement games.
FREE! That’s Entertainment – Karaoke RX - Friday, June 6, at 10:30 am, Elvis Through the Years- Tuesday June 10, at 10:00am, & George Kaye Piano- Tuesday, June 24, at 10:45am.
FREE! AARP Presents Healthy Living on any Budget- Tuesday, June 3rd at 10:45am – Join us for this informative presentation as we strive towards a healthy tomorrow.
FREE! Applesauce Cake Day- Monday, June 2nd @12:30pm. This is a time to enjoy an old and often forgotten goodie. This is a truly delicious day! It doesn’t take much to enjoy Applesauce Cake Day. Just eat a piece of applesauce cake!
FREE! Candy Buffet- Monday, June 30 @ 12:30pm – June is National Candy Month, so dig in and enjoy today’s Candy Buffet.
FREE! Donut Day- Friday, June 6 @ 10:00am. National Doughnut Day honors the Salvation Army “Lassies” of WWI. The original Salvation Army Doughnut was first served by Salvation Army in 1917. Come join us for the rest of this interesting history tale!
FREE! Forgiveness Day: Thursday, June 26, 2014 ALL DAY!
FREE! Ice Cream Soda Day- Friday, June 20th at 10:00am- Ice Cream Soda Day is a great summer cooler. It’s hot, it’s muggy, and an Ice Cream Soda is a flavorful way to cool off. Don’t forget to celebrate!
FREE! Iced Tea Day- Tuesday, June 10 @12:00pm. With the official start of summer just a few days away, the timing is perfect for National Iced Tea Day!
FREE! Yo-Yo Day: Thursday, June 12th @ 9:45am – National Yo-Yo Day is actually on June 6th, but we are celebrating today. Join us for some Yo-Yo fun!
FREE! *Road Trip- Tuesday, June 24, @2:00pm. Limited Capacity 6-8 people.
FREE! Crafty Corner - Thursday, June 5, 19th 2014, 9:45 am – 10:00 am. Let us enhance your natural ability. Take home a piece worthy of using or exhibiting in your home or something yummy to eat.
FREE! Fruits & Veggies Matter! Cucumbers: Tuesday, June 17 @ 10:00am – Spring’s bounty will make your mouth water as we enjoy the health benefits and taste some of the fruits and vegetables of spring.
*Programs for Senior Citizen Nutrition Program participants only
Exercise and Fitness
It’s Back! Group Personal Training with Yvonne (Certified Personal Trainer) – Wednesdays, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm $25/month with Associate Discount Card, $38/month without ADC May 7 - 28, 2014.
FREE! Zumba Gold- Wednesdays, Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, and 25th, 2014 at 10:30-11:15 am
This dance fitness craze gets you moving, it’s fun and entertaining! Whether you are standing or sitting, you will get the most out of your work out. Caddy Daddy Fitness Instructors will teach the class.
Donations are accepted! Call to register. 704—522-6222
Tai Chi – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:00 pm, $38/month with Annual Discount Card, $57/month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out-your first class for $5!
Gentle Yoga- Thursdays, from 9-10:15 am, $23 per month with annual Discount Card, $35 per month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out-your first class for $5!
FREE! Chair Yoga – Thursdays in June, 10:15 am
This FREE class is open to everyone, and is suitable for individuals with limited mobility. Chair yoga is adapted to provide you all of the benefits of yoga including improving strength, flexibility, posture, without getting on the floor.
New! Beginning Line Dance Lessons – Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 from 1 – 2 pm. Cost: $23 with Annual Discount Card, $35 without ADC
We are starting Beginning Line Dance Lessons at Tyvola Senior Center! This monthly class is sure to get you up and dancing! Expect a high energy and fun hour!
Jazzercise Lite: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9 - 10 am with Virginia Alley. This class combines stretching, strengthening and cardiovascular endurance into a fun and exciting low-impact exercise program! $30/mo – with Discount Card $45/mo – without Discount Card.
FREE! Table Tennis- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:15am – 12:15pm. Come join our fun group of table tennis players, get a great workout, and prepare for the Senior Games with us.
Health Suite – Persons 55 and better are eligible to use the Health Suite. Expect increased aerobic activity, an increase in lean muscle tissue, increased range of motion and joint stability as well as a decrease in body fat and resting heart rate! Recent studies also show lowered risk of Alzheimer’s disease for regular exercisers. For more info, contact the Health Suite at 704-817-5461. $1 per visit with Annual Discount Card, $2 per visit without Annual Discount Card.
Health Suite Circle Groups are classes focusing on strength, flexibility, balance and stamina that are offered by a HS Coordinator/UNCC Graduate Assistant and volunteers. Eligibility: Health Suite Participant with all forms up-to-date and/or *HS Coordinator approval with qualifying fitness test. Cost: $1-current annual discount cardholders, $2-participants without an ADC.
Regular Group(s): Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30-10:00 am and 10:15-10:45 am
High Intensity Group: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11-11:30 am*
Classes and Lectures
New! FREE! Diabetes Self-Management Program. Wednesdays, May 21 – June 25th 1-3:30pm. This 6 week workshop will teach you how to take control of your diabetes instead of letting it control you. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Staying Safe: Reducing Trip Hazards. June 24th at 10:30 am. Join Chris Eddings from Universal Design Builders as he talks to you about things to think about to keep you safe at home and to reduce trip hazards. Sign up at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! FREE! Emergency Room 101. Tuesday, June 10 at 10:30am. Dr. Bolden, Medical Director at the new CHS South Park Emergency Department will discuss Emergency Room etiquette, when you should and should not use the emergency room, when you should use an urgent care facility, falls prevention, and diabetes risk assessments. Register at the front desk or call 704-522-6222.
New! Let’s Start with Romance: That Novel in the Back of Your Brain. $6 for 6 week seminar. Thursdays, June 5 – July 10, 2014 from 2-3:30pm. This six week seminar is for you if you have had a good idea for a novel but haven’t yet figured out how to get it from an idea to a structured novel outline. The outcome of this seminar will be that you will have an outline for starting your own novel!
NEW! Introduction to Computers – Wednesdays, June 4- July 23rd from 9-12 pm
This 8-week class will cover basic Windows information about your computer and an introduction to word processing, spreadsheets, database, surfing the Internet and using e-mail. $40 with Annual Discount Card, $60 without Annual Discount Card. Call 704-522-6222 to get sign up on our interest list.
FREE! AARP Presents Healthy Living on any Budget- Tuesday, June 3rd at 10:45am – Join us for this informative presentation as we strive towards a healthy tomorrow.
FREE! Photo Club – Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 12 pm
An engaging DVD series of lectures, from National Geographic magazine contributing photographer, Joel Sartore will instruct you on the Fundamentals of Photography. Lectures include making great pictures, camera equipment, lenses and focal length, shutter speeds, aperture and depth of field, and light 1. Learn how to capture photographic stories and essays while moving beyond a still image to a photographic narrative. New participants are always welcome!
FREE! Support Group! Deafolinas – Tuesday, June 10, 2014, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
This support group for the hearing impaired is led by Peggy Brooks. Call the Center for more information.
FREE! Support Group! Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 1 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
FREE! It’s Back! Tech Talk Tidbits- Friday, June 20, 11:00 am (Topic: Passwords and Software Updates)
Computer Help with the Guys will teach mini computer classes regarding various tech topics to assist you in becoming technologically savvy. Call to register!
Watercolor – Tuesdays at 1pm. Join this group to develop your talents in watercolor. Call the Center for more information. Spring Classes start April and go through June, 2014. New Instructor: Wendy Hope! Cost is $50 with Annual Discount Card, $75 without Annual Discount Card.
Make and Take Craft Class - Wednesday, June 25th – 1-2:30pm Join us monthly for fun new art projects. Fee changes depending on craft – just to cover cost of supplies. Registration required. Whatever you make is yours to enjoy! Call 704-522-6222 for this month’s project.
FREE! Tyvola Treasures Crafts - Wednesdays, June 4, and 18, 2014 from 1–2:30 pm – This free class helps benefit the Tyvola Senior Center by making a craft and allowing it to be sold at the senior center or craft shows. Help us raise money to keep our current programs alive! Please pre-register at 704-522-6222.
Cards
Spades – Mondays 10am - 12pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Canasta – Tuesdays and Fridays 12:30 - 4pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Beginner’s Bridge Instruction – Tuesdays 10:00am - 12pm and Fridays 10:00 – 12:30pm. $50 per term with Annual Discount Card, $75 per term without Annual Discount Card. Spring Term: April through June, 2014
Bridge Groups– There are at least 8 bridge groups that meet at Tyvola. Please call the Center to get the contact name and number for the group you are interested in. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Mah Jong Classes – Wednesdays at 1 pm. Mah Jong is an ancient Chinese game imported to America in the late 1920s. Today, the Westernized Mah Jong Game is a family-friendly intelligence game which promotes psycho-social skills. Learn how to play this ancient Chinese game. Free with Annual Discount card. Space is limited! Call to register!
FREE! Brain Games: Monday, June 5, 12 and 19, 2014 @ 10:30am – You are sure to stretch those brain muscles and enjoy these fun brain enhancement games.
Special Events and Trips
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Senior Trips – Call (704) 432-4580 for more information! You can also stop by the Tyvola Senior Center to pick up a flyer.
Travel meeting for multi-day trips. Interested in travel? Register at the reception desk or call 704-522-6222 for more information.
NEW – Trip to Mooresville to see Racing shops and classic car shows in Mooresville, more details will be available at the senior center. 704-522-6222. Registration is required. Fee is to be determined.
NEW – USED BOOK SALE!! Wednesday, June 18th from 10am – 2pm. Come one, come all! Our gently used book sale will benefit the Tyvola Senior Center. Book donations accepted June 9 – June 16th. Thanks for helping our senior center!
Registration
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Enclose check and mail to:
Tyvola Senior Center
2225 Tyvola Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
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