Quarterly Newsletter of the Lexington County

Recreation & Aging Commission (Council on Aging) 2nd Quarter Classic Times 2019

www.lcrac.com

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CLASSIC TIMES From Our Director…..Lynda Christison

Every spring, the Administration on Aging selects a new theme for May, Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme “Connect, Create, and Contribute” truly reflects the heart

and actions of our services, staff, volunteers, program participants, and community partners. It is critical to everyone’s wellbeing (of any age) to Connect with friends, family, and local services and resources; Create through activities that promote learning, health and personal enrichment; and Contribute time, talent, and life experience to benefit others. Our senior centers offer wonderful opportunities to fulfill all three of these important goals – check out the page for the center closest to you as well as the Classic Travelers’ upcoming trips and see if there isn’t something that interests you as a way to “Connect, Create, and Contribute”.

April is National Volunteer Month and we truly could not provide all the programs and services without our amazing volunteers!! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you all for giving so generously of your time to deliver meals and visit with our homebound clients, work at senior centers, and help with special projects and events. You are truly “Connecting, Creating, and Contributing” in a vital way.

A very special thank you to everyone who contribut-ed their time and creativity to our 2019 March for Meals campaign – especially the talented Zumba in-structors for leading the Rockn’ Shamrock Zumbathon, Champions Week participants, and all of our amazing volunteers.

We will be issuing the 2019 Seniors Farmers’ Market Vouchers starting Monday, June 3rd thru Thursday,

June 6th. Please read the schedule on Page 2 careful-ly for qualifying requirements and the days and times.

As fundraising efforts, contributions, and money from our general fund pay for more than 60% of the cost of the 121,500 home delivered meals we are provid-ing this year, LCRAC is very pleased to be a recipient of a donation from funds raised by the 2018-19 Subaru Share the Love Event supporting Meals on Wheels America and its members nationwide. Every dollar counts! In the last five years our meals programs have grown by over 30% and everyone’s support is much appreciated.

Have a wonderful spring and let’s all Connect, Create, and Contribute!!

Long Life & Happiness

Thank you, @Subaru_usa, for the

continued generosity and support

of the homebound seniors that we

serve.

#Meals On Wheels programs across

the country thank you!

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A HUGE thanks to all who came out

to participate in the 2019 Zumbathon

supporting Meals on Wheels!

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Discover Learn and Share (DL & S)

Don’t delay, and sign up today! For questions on any

of these programs, call Patrick Sippel at

(803) 356-5111. DL&S provides new experiences for

older adults offering an exciting variety of classes,

activities, and programs for exploring new ideas, new

skills, and sharing with friends. Although the

program is designed for adults 60 years and over,

adults of any age may participate unless class

activity states otherwise.

Chair Yoga with Melissa Crook Pine Ridge South Congaree Senior Center Mondays 2:00 pm Ongoing Cost: $7 per class.

Classic Travelers Come travel with us! Trips are geared to-ward seniors but open to adults of all ages. For additional information, please call Patrick Sippel at (803) 356-5111.

Chicago June 9-15, 2019 Join us as we enjoy the World Famous 360 Chicago, a skyline cruise on Lake Michigan, a guided tour of Chicago, the historic Navy Pier and more! Total Cost: $605 (double occupancy) . Deposit: $75 due at registration

Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island & New Brunswick August 2-14, 2019 Classic Travelers is Canada bound! This trip includes a guided tour of Acadia National Park, a guided tour of Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, admission to King’s Landing Historical Settlement, guided tour of Prince Edwards Island, admission to Hopewell Rocks, a visit to the Town of Saint John and more. Total Cost: $1469 (double occupancy). Deposit: $75 due at registration

New York City December 5-10, 2019 Christmas in NYC! Enjoy the holiday season in the Big Apple. Our guided tour will take us to such famous sites as Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial and much more! Total Cost: $605 (double occupancy) Deposit: $75 due at registration

Washington, DC – Our Nation’s Capital March 27-31, 2020 We are off to Washington for Cherry Blossom sea-son! Join us as we visit such sites as the US Capitol, the White House, Embassy Row and the National Archives and Arlington Cemetery We also will enjoy a Memorial and Monuments tour, visit the Smithsonian and the new Museum of the Bible. Total Cost: $585 (double occupancy) Deposit: $75 due at registration

Grand Canyon, Las Vegas and the Hoover Dam April 22-May 5, 2020 An adventure out west awaits! We will be traveling west to enjoy a three night stay at a Las Vegas Casino Hotel on the Las Vegas strip. Tours of the Hoover Dam, Valley of the Fire State Park, Grand Canyon Na-tional Park, and Petrified Forest National Park will be included in this once in a life time adventure. Call for more info! Total Cost: $1375 (double occupancy) Deposit: $75 due at registration

Beautiful Vermont October 3-11, 2020 Join us as we take off for a beautiful fall in the Green Mountain State! Travelers will tour Morse Farm Ma-ple Sugar Works, Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, and the Rock of Ages. We will also be visiting Stowe Village, Cold Hollow Cider Mill and enjoying a dinner cruise on the beautiful Lake Champlain. Please give us a call for more details on the itinerary. Cost: $1049 (double occupancy) Deposit: $75 due at registration

Save the Date!!! Lexington County Senior Sports Games

September 23-27, 2019

Seniors Take your Mark, Get Set, Go!!!!

You will not want to miss this opportunity to get involved in local friendly competition. Over 20 different events to participate in.

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Meet Our Staff…..

Director................................................Lynda Christison Assistant Director……………………..…...Mary Beth Callais Meals Coordinator…………………..…........Anne McCartha Office Coordinator………….…………...…….June Wilbanks Program Coordinator…………….………..….Patrick SippeI Program Coord. Assistant……………..….…..Doris Yancey Volunteer/Outreach Coord………………….....Kim Stamm Case Management Coordinator…..….Cherlyn Garrett-Kee Case Manager………………………….…...Stephanie Rogan Case Manager…………………………..…..Judith Templeton Case Manager………………………………….……..Jane Buell Community Resource Specialist……..…....…….Julia Allen Senior Center Facilitator…………….....…….….Anne Craft Homecare Coordinator…………………....Luciana Skubinski Homecare Tech………………………...…....Brittany Dubose Homecare Tech………………………..……....Connie Brooks Homecare Tech……………………………..Kimberly Hudson Medical Escort Drivers….Phyllis Hesse/Marianne Snook Later Life Advocate………………………....Karen Sundstrom Fundraising/Office Assistant…………………...Kerry Allen Receptionist……………..….Rebecca Poole/Minnie Warren

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BATESBURG-LEESVILLE SENIOR CENTER 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

241 Highland Avenue * Phone: (803) 532-4536 * Director: Kyle Shealy

Arts & Crafts April – Spring crafts May – Mothers Day crafts June – Fathers Day crafts Our projects are fun and easy!

Education Adult Education Program Peggy Camp, Lexington County School District 3 Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. – Noon A wide variety of topics geared for seniors with guest speakers and community leaders.

Nutrition Education First Thursday of each month 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Informal, interactive sessions geared to understanding health benefits of good nutritional habits and smart food choices.

Blood Pressure Screening & Health Information Second Wednesday of each month, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Keep up with your blood pressure and a wide variety of health related pro-grams.

Fitness Senior Walkers 9:00 a.m. –10:00 a.m. Leisurely strolls outside, weather per-mitting. Leisure center opens at 7:30 a.m.

Exercise with Kay Mondays, 11:00 a.m. – Noon a.m. & Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Exercise class with dyna-bands and weights.

Seniorcise Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. – Noon Increase flexibility, muscle strength, and improve overall coordination through low-impact exercise. Music and fun!

On-Going Morning Coffee & Social Time Daily, 9:00 a.m. –10:00 a.m. Catch up on the news while enjoying a cup of piping hot coffee and breakfast snacks.

Noon Lunch Noon lunch for those 60 and older. Must make a reservation no later than 12:00 p.m. a day in advance. Call center for more information on be-coming a participant!

Tea for Tuesdays 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 10:00 a.m. –11:00 a.m. Variety of tea and cookies, bring your tea cup and join us!

Beulah Church of Gilbert 2nd Thursday of every Month

Happy Birthday Parties Birthdays are celebrated on the first day of the month with special treats.

Gardening When the weather turns warm again, we look forward to working in our lovely new garden area!

Games Monday-Friday 11:00 a.m.-Noon Bingo, puzzles, word scrambles, shuffleboard, horseshoes, hidden ob-jects, and more available daily.

Special Events Mothers Day Remembrance May 10 We’ll share photos and memories of our mothers

Senior Appreciation day Friday, May 17 Bingo and games and a lot of fun at Tri –City Senior Center

Memorial Day Celebration Friday, May 24 We’ll remember our servicemen and women who fought for the freedom we enjoy

Father’s Day Remembrance Friday, June 24 As we remember our fathers we will share photos and memories of our fathers

Trips Monthly Shopping trips to local or Lexington area stores

Please note that trips are for center participants only, and that there is a small fee for transportation.

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GILBERT SUMMIT SENIOR CENTER

409 Broad Street * Phone: (803) 892-5745 * Director: Donna Neel

Art & Crafts April –Spring and Easter crafts May –May Baskets and Flowers June-Summer fun crafts

Education Nutrition Education/Donna Neel First Thursday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Nutrition topics that encourage good eating practices and promote overall health.

MSA Home Health and Hospice/Janice Harris Fourth Monday of the month, 11:00 a.m. Janice presents health and medical information topics relevant to senior health and wellness.

Fitness Seniorcise/Tony Diaz Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Classes are for active senior center participants only. Class is targeted at improving flexibility, muscle strength and coordination through low impact exercise.

Video Exercise Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Participate with other center mem-bers in low impact video led exercises.

Fitness Walking Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Gilbert-Summit Senior Center Multi-Purpose Building

On Going Coffee Time Coffee and breakfast snacks Monday-Friday. 8:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Enjoy coffee, snack items, read the paper and visit with friends.

Lunch Monday -Friday at noon for those 60 and older Lunch reservation required by 11:00 a.m. one day in advance.

Positive Thoughts Monday-Friday, 10:15 a.m-10:45 a.m. Daily devotion Birthday Celebrations Birthdays are celebrated monthly with special treats and recognition of our birthday honorees.

Mission Lexington (formerly LICS) Usually the third Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. (Please call ahead as location and time occasion-ally vary. Must qualify to participate.) Contact the Center or Mission Lexing-ton for details.

Bowling Most third Thursday’s of the month, we hit the lanes at JC’s Bowls for some friendly competition to see who will claim bragging rights as top bow-ler. As dates do occasionally vary, check the center calendar for day and time.

Games Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Bingo, corn hole, shuffleboard, bowl-ing, table tennis, puzzles, cards, word search, billiards and other opportuni-ties for fun and friendly competition.

Shopping Monthly shopping trip for center par-ticipants to get prescriptions filled, purchase groceries or other necessi-ties, or get in some retail therapy. (Usually the second Tuesday of the month)

Special Events Meals on Wheels and Center Volunteer Banquet Friday, April 5, 2019 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Gilbert-Summit Multi-Purpose Bldg.

Beulah Methodist Church Senior Social Second Thursday of each month Lunch, fellowship and good times.

Senior Day- Weds., May 8, 2019 SC State Fairgrounds in the Goodman Building. Please see center calendar for more details.

Irmo-Chapin Recreation Commission Spring Health Fair Weds., May 8, 2019 Seven Oaks Park Features vendors that provide im-portant health education materials that enhance the quality of life for seniors in our community.

Senior Appreciation Day May 17, 2019 Tri-City Leisure Center-Bingo and Barbeque are part of this fun-filled day to recognize the seniors that we serve.

Farmers Market Vouchers June 3-7 We will only be distributing vouchers at Gilbert- Summit Senior Center for center clients that qualify.

Trips SC State Museum June 2019. Refer to center calendar to confirm date and time.

8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

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LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER

8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

108 Park Road * Phone: (803) 957-7979 * Director: Annie Mack

Arts & Crafts April-Easter & Spring Crafts May-Mother’s Day Crafts June-Father’s Day Crafts

Education MSA Home Health & Hospice with Janice Harris Janice visits the 3rd Monday of the Month at 12:30 p.m.

Janice checks BP and has updates on Medical Information

Amedisys Hospice Care with Leah Bullock Leah visits the 1st Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Leah is always informative and has lots of fun with us.

Nutritional Education Nutritional Topics with Anell Saverino These Nutritional Topics are designed to help seniors understand the benefits of Good Nutrition. 1st Thursday of the Month, 10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

AARP Safe Driving Class Friday, June 7th, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Class will be held in the Lobby of Lexing-ton Senior Center. Call Center to put name on the list for this class. There is a fee for class.

Fitness Seniorcise with Tony Diaz Tuesday 10:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m. Classes are for active Senior Center Mem-bers only: Must be pre-registered with a current health history and doctor’s ap-proval on file. Call center for details on joining center.

Chair Yoga with Staff Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Staff will guide center members through Gentle Chair Yoga. Learn the gentle movements of yoga while relaxing the mind.

Fitness Walking Monday Thru Friday Leisure Center Gym opens at 7:00 a.m.

Ongoing Social Hour Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Come enjoy coffee and snacks while catching up on the latest news.

Lunch Monday thru Friday at Noon Those 60 or older can take part in our noon time meal. Must make a reservation by 11:00 a.m. the day before.

Wood Carving with Art 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Monday & Wednesday

Birthday Celebrations Birthdays are recognized each month with cake and ice cream.

Daily Games Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Come join our serious card players (Phase 10, Rummy, Kings in the Corner etc.). Also ...Play Dominos, Corn Hole, Trash Ball, Bingo and many more games to be enjoyed.

Shopping We take Monthly Shopping Trips. This gives our Center members a chance to purchase groceries, pick up prescriptions and do a little personal shopping.

Bowling Our seniors make a trip to the local Bowl-ing Alley twice a month. We love com-peting with each other to see who is going to be the top bowler.

Special Events National Volunteer Week April 8th thru 12th We will honor our volunteers for their hard work and dedication.

Mother’s Day Celebration Friday May 10th 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. A day to honor our mothers, and to share our special memories. Mothers bring your pictures and your stories to tell.

Senior Appreciation Day Friday May 17 We are changing things this year. We will be having a souped up Bingo. Come along to see what we are doing differently. It promises to be a lot of fun.

Father’s Day & Flag Day Celebration Friday, June 14th 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. We will be having a double celebration this year. We will honor all fathers and our flag on the same day. We will talk about the special role our fathers played in our lives and about the important day back in 1777.

Trips April-Spring Plant and Flower Festival at State Farmer’s Market

May-Monday, May 6th, Chimney Rock Village & Lake Lure

Lexington Senior Center will be closed on the following dates:

Friday, April 19th – Spring Holiday

Monday, May 27th – Memorial Day

Lexington Senior Center Participants enjoy virtual painting. A story is read on a place to travel and you paint as instructed along the story line.

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PELION SENIOR CENTER 8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

210 Pine Street Drive* Phone: (803) 894-4351 * Director: Laura Dowey

Arts & Crafts Come join us for holiday crafts and greeting card fun!

Education MSA Janice Harris Last Wednesday every month

Nutrition & Health Program Third Wednesday each month, 11:30p.m.-noon

Nutrition Education Center Staff First Thursday each month, noon

Fitness Strength Training Daily, 11:00 a.m.-noon Work with light weights and Dyna-bands to develop strength and muscle tone.

Seniorcise Tony Diaz Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-noon Center participants only.

Walking Daily, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. We have a paved lighted walking track behind the center, each lap is 870 ft. Which means 6 laps makes a mile. Let’s all get into exercising, It’s now getting that time of the year to just get out and enjoy nature and walk and listen.

Horseshoes/ Frisbee Golf and Bocci Monday –Friday, 9:00a.m to 3:00p.m. Grab a partner and go to the beautiful clearing just behind our center for some friendly competition. Just ask a staff mem-ber for the horseshoes or Targets anytime weather permits. Let’s start practicing; it soon will be time for the Senior Sports Games.

Ongoing Bingo Shumpert’s IGA Last Tuesday each month, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Refreshments and prizes for our seniors at Pelion Senior Center. Cover-all is a Gift Certificate.

Birthday Parties We recognize all birthdays for that month with cake and ice cream. Library Shirley Sprenne Last Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. Her staff plans a special pro-gram for our group. .

Lunch Daily Served daily at noon Those 60 years and older may join us for a hot, nutritious meal. Must make reservation no later than 12:00 noon the previous day.

Puzzles & Games Join friends to put together a jigsaw puzzle or for a game of dominoes in the mornings, or

at 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon for Canasta or Phase 10, or maybe you rather play Cornhole, or billards.

Special Events Beulah Methodist Church Senior Social 2nd Thursday every month.

May 17, Senior appreciation day (Bingo & BBQ) at Tri City

Trips Check our monthly calendar to see our trips that are coming up! All trips are for senior center participants only unless otherwise noted.

Come join in the fun!

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PINE RIDGE—SOUTH CONGAREE SENIOR CENTER

8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

1123 Courtney Drive* Phone: (803) 755-1274 * Director: Beverly Smith

Arts & Crafts Center participants share their crafts and teach others.

Crafts Every 4th Friday at 9:00 a.m. Work on Dang-it Doll

Education Tri-County Home Health with Jennifer 4th Wednesday, at 11 a.m. April 25th B P Check-Memory Boosting Food May 30th B/P Check-Living Alone June 20th B/P Check-National Candy Month

Hospice Care of Tri-County with Janice Harris 1st Thursday, at 11:00 a.m.

Senior Strength Trainers Monthly Handouts These Nutritional tips are informative and useful for a healthier lifestyle

Nutrition Education These nutrition topics will benefit seniors understanding of good nutrition.

Lexington County Fire Service See Calendar for Date and Times

Lexington County Sheriff Department See Calendar for Date and Times

Fitness Exercise with Staff Every Monday and Friday 10:00 a.m.

Chair Yoga with Charlotte & Tara Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.

Seniorcise with Tony Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Join the fun by exercising with dynabands and weights

Blood Pressure Check 1st Thursday at 11:30 a.m. with Janice 4th Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. with Judy

On Going Sing-a-long Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

Shopping Shop at new Stores around the area and local malls

Social Hour Mon- Fri 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Come share the latest News and enjoy coffee and sweets

Birthdays Birthday Celebration for Each Center Participant Every 4th Monday Celebrate with cake and ice cream

Noon Lunch Daily Cost: Donation for those 60 years and older. Reservation must be made no later than 11 a.m.. at least one day in advance. Call Center for more information.

Fun & Games Bingo, Horseshoes, Dominoes, Shuffleboard, Ping Pong, Pool and oth-er games

Special Events Movie at South Congaree/Pine Ridge Library Friday, April 5 Friday, May TBA Friday, June 21

Volunteer Banquet Friday, April 12 We will be honoring the Meals on Wheels and Center Volunteers

Saint David Handbell Choir Thursday, April 18 Come and enjoy the beautiful music

Reading w/Adopted Grands Thursday, April 25 Enjoy the Fun and activities w/Adopted Grands

Mothers Day Program Friday, May 10 Mothers, lets bring pictures of your families and share.

End of School Party with Adopted Grands Thursday, May 23 Come and celebrate this last time with this group of adopted Grands

Senior Appreciation Friday, May 17 Tri-City Senior Center BBQ and Bingo

Flag Day Celebration Friday, June 14 Let’s talk about that important Day back in 1777

Fathers Day Program Thursday, June 13 Lets remember our fathers and the special role they played in our lives

Trips Shealy’s Bar Be Que House Monday, June 3

Enjoy the Food & Fellowship Healing Springs/Miller Bread Basket Friday, July 12 It’s time for our trip to stock-up on cooling. water and a trip to Miller’s Bread Basket for a delicious lunch.

Gantts Stone Mill Friday, August 23 Enjoy a day of seeing how grits are made and homemade jellies, jams, ciders and soap., are made.

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SWANSEA SENIOR CENTER 8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

197 N. Lawrence Ave.* Phone:(803) 568-4545 * Director: Becky Pou

Arts & Craft April – Spring Craft Thursday, April 4th, at 10:30 a.m. This craft is to celebrate our spring season. May – Mother’s Day Craft Thursday, May 2nd, at 10:30 a.m. This will be a Mother’s Day related craft.

June – Father’s Day Craft Thursday, June 6th, at 10:30 a.m. This craft will celebrate the Father’s Day.

Tina from Morningside Monthly program with Tina 1st Tuesday, at 12:30 p.m.

Education MSA Hospice Care with Janice 2nd Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m. Janice discusses a variety of topics month-ly that include issues with arthritis, heart, blood pressure, eyes, kidneys, etc.

Nutrition Education 1st Monday, at 10:00 a.m. This nutritional education program is geared to understanding the healthy ben-efits of good nutrition.

Blood Pressure Screening With Pathway Hospice 1st Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m. Pathway Hospice will be checking blood pressure and educating seniors on the importance of good numbers. You will also benefit from the wide variety of health related programs.

Adult Protection by Karen Done every other month by Karen to make seniors aware of adult abuse and latest scams affecting senior population.

Fitness Seniorcise with Tony 1st Monday, 10:30 a.m. Increase flexibility, muscle strength, and improve overall coordination through low impact exercise.

Early Risers Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.

Walking club every morning in Swansea

Senior Center gymnasium. Come and enjoying exercising and meeting new friends.

Gaston Family Pharmacy 4th Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.. Variety of topics discussed from health issues to medicines prescribed by physicians.

Piano with Carla 3nd Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Come enjoy all your favorite oldies as Carla entertains us with her amazing talent.

On Going Social Hour Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. Catch up on the news with friends while enjoying a hot cup of coffee.

Lunch Lunch for seniors ages 60 or older. Must be a member of center and make a reservation a day in advance.

Birthday Parties Each month, 12:30 p.m. Birthdays are great occasions to celebrate seniors and their amazing lives! You’re never too old for a birthday!

Shopping 1st Friday, at 9:00 a.m. Enjoy monthly shopping trips at our local retailers and out to lunch. You must be an active senior to participate.

Commodity Program 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. Food bank program for qualifying seniors. Must be a center participant to receive-services at the Senior Center.

Mission Lexington Food Program Mobile food pantry serving local community. Program is open for general public that must meet guideline qualifi-cations.

Special Events Spring Celebration Thursday, April 18 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Volunteer Banquet Friday, April 26th, at 11:00 a.m. Come celebrate the of volunteers that impact our communities by coming together to tackle tough challenges, and build stronger and more resilient communities. They inspire us all to serve!

Senior Appreciation Day Friday, May 17th , at Tri-City Senior Center BBQ & Bingo

Trips Plant & Flower Festival Friday, April 12th, at 10:00 a.m. Mark your calendar to join us at the annual Midlands Plant and Flower Festi-val. One of the biggest advantages for gardeners attending the festival is being able to talk to knowledgeable growers who can advise them on the best plant for their needs. We will be having lunch at the local café on grounds of market.

Rose Festival Friday, May 3rd, at 9:30 a.m. Celebrating the beginning of the rose blooming season. Senior Day activities are centered in Orangeburg’s Edisto Me-morial Gardens, where thousands of roses bloom near the banks of the Edisto River, the longest black water river in the world.

Gantts Stone Mill Friday, May 17th, at 9:30 a.m. Restored vertical stone mill used to grind corn to make grits and meal. Also tour the display of old farm equipment and shop in the general store. Gantts Mill has grits for sale that they mill on side. Other goodies on hand are preserves, ciders, honey, and ham.

Iris Festival Friday, May 24th, 9:00 a.m. Sumter’s Iris Festival is South Carolina’s oldest continuous festival and is consist-ently ranked among the top festivals in the Southeast. Festival includes arts & crafts, plants & flowers, antique & classic car shows, lots of contest and “Swan Lake Iris Garden .

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TRI - CITY SENIOR CENTER 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

485 Brooks Avenue * Phone: (803) 939-9311 * Director: Peggy Scott

Arts and Crafts Craft Day Instructor: Sarah 1st Thursday monthly 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Crochet Club Instructor: Shirley Monday and Tuesday weekly ,12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Education Creative Writing/Story Telling Leader: Peggy, 2nd Wednesday monthly, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Book Club Leader of discussions: Peggy monthly on 3rd Friday 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Nutrition Education Instructor: Claire monthly , 11:30 a.m. – Noon Medicine Mart with Megan Nissen 2n d Tuesday monthly , 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Agape Hospice with Sara and Michael 3rd Tuesday monthly, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. MSA Hospice with Janice Harris 3rd Monday monthly, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Home Instead with Meshia 4th Tuesday bi-monthly 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Agape LTC with Rebecca 2nd Friday, monthly 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. LCRAC with Karen Sundstrom Fraud Alerts bi-monthly 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Earth Day Program April 22, 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. with Herman C. Palmetto Health with Sydney G. April 8, 2019 , 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Personal Finance with Kay J. May 1, 2019 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fitness Video exercise and/or walking Staff , Monday and Wednesday weekly, 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Seniorcise Instructor: Tony Friday ,11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Bowling/Lunch April 11 & May 9, 10:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Blood Pressures Interim Health Care/Tanya Hilton RN January 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. JoAnn Holman 2nd Thursday monthly , 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. Sherrie Wilkins 4th Thursday monthly 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. On Going Birthdays Birthday Celebration/Balloons and treats Check calendar for date/time Musical Entertainment Dewey sings Easter, April 2, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Kaye and Company April 29, May 15, June 19 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Carol Fleeger April 17 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Music Therapy with Key Changes/Laura T 4th Wednesday monthly 10:00 a.m. – 11: 00 a.m. Silly Songs/Bernice & Linda April 25, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bingo (Check Calendar for Bingo Dates) Bingo and Breakfast at Chick –Fil-A 1st Monday monthly , 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Games Galore (Yahtzee, Skip Bo, Phase 10, Dominos) April 3, 30, Jun 5,10, & 24 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. What is It? April 5, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. With Tommy T and Herman C Wheel of Fortune with Linda May 16, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Fact or Fiction with Linda May 23, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Special Events Volunteer Banquet April 18, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Invitation only Mothers’ Day May 10, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Senior Appreciation Day (Bingo BBQ) May 17, 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Memorial Day Celebration May 24, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Young at Heart Jun 11, 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Michael Shull/First Baptist Church of Lexington Closings April 19, 2019 Spring Holiday May 27, 2019 Memorial Day

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