Rec Center » Senior Programs

Bingo

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:55:59 +0000

Georgetown Parks & Recreation is now offering Bingo every Tuesday & Thursday at the Teen/Senior Center!

When: Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9:30 am – 11:30 am*
*no bingo on the 2nd Thursday of each month

Where: Teen/Senior Center (located next to the Georgetown Recreation Center)

Cost: 50 cents per card (no limit)

Prizes: Gift certificates to local restaurants.

Please bring your own markers!

For more information, please call Robert Staton at (512) 930-1367 or rstaton@georgetowntx.org

Paint Your Own Pottery!

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:39:54 +0000

@ the Teen/Senior Center with Instructor Karla Roberson from Splatters Pottery Studio.

No creative or artistic ability is required! Create a great gift or make something for yourself. We offer everything you need – all supplies are included – and since you paint here, we’ll do the clean-up, too! This is a great solo activity, or you can paint in a group, and have fun with family and friends. For all ages – drop in anytime.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times! Come in any time during regular Teen / Senior Center hours. Paint item at the Recreation Center, and leave it. It will be glazed and fired and brought back for you in 7-10 days.

For more information, please call (512) 930-3596 or visit www.splatterspotterystudio.com.

Activities Calendar – Senior Adults

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:55:45 +0000

Check out our monthly calendar of activities and see we have happening on a daily basis for Senior Adults at the Teen/Senior Center!

Senior Adult Activities Calendar

Beginning Basket Weaving for Senior Adults

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:28:04 +0000

*September 3, 2009 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm: Algonquin Basket.
Member Fee: $34 Non-member Fees: $39 resident / $44 nonresident
Learn to make a wonderful sturdy basket with a solid bottom! Various colors will be available to accent your basket. Finished size is approximately 9×7x5.

*November 3, 2009 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm: Vase.
Member Fee: $20 Non-member Fees: $25 resident / $30 nonresident
Follow the shapes of a class vase to weave a fancy vase! Different colors will be available.

*January 12, 2010 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm: Upright Napkin Basket.
Member Fee: $20 Non-member Fees: $25 resident / $30 nonresident
This simple, beginner basket weaves up fast and finishes fast with a non-traditional rim. Accent with dyed reed or braided seagrass. Finished size is approximately 6×3x5.

Gentle Yoga for Senior Adults

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:14:42 +0000

Taught by Linda Sevika Ward, this yoga class is designed to allow almost anyone to participate in a very gentle form of yoga. Yoga in chairs is great for people with limited mobility to gain increased flexibility, learn breathing techniques and experience the relaxation and stress relief that a regular yoga class can provide.

Member Fee: $35
Non-member Fees: $40 resident / $45 nonresident

Meets Fridays from Noon – 1:00 pm
Course #28308, Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25
Course #28309, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23
Course #28646, Nov. 6, 13, 20*
Course #28647, Dec. 4, 11, 18*
Course #28648, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29
Course #28649, Feb., 5, 12, 19, 26
*course fee will be prorated

Senior Adult Tai Chi

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 21:19:37 +0000

Taught by Louis Knox, this is a simplified Tai Chi form that also utilizes several Qi gong forms. The movements can be done sitting or standing. Benefits of this class include improved range of motion, increased lung capacity, better circulation, and, for those who stand, improved balance.

Member Fee: $30
Non-member Fees: $35 resident / $40 nonresident

Meets on Mondays from 9:00 – 10:00 am
Course #28708, Aug. 31, Sept. 14, 21, & 28
Course #28709, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Course #28710, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23
Course #28711, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28
Course #28712, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25
Course #28713, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22

Basic Computer Skills for Senior Adults

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:15:31 +0000

Having a hard time keeping up with the high tech world we now live in? This course will start with the basic parts of the computer and include security, Internet use, email and word processing skills that you can use to keep in contact with your friends and family around the world.

Member Fee: $35
Non-member Fees: $40 resident / $45 nonresident

Wednesdays, from 10:00 – 11:00 am
Course #28395, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23
Course #28397, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28
Course #28399, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25
Course #28639, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23
Course #28641, Jan. 6. 13. 20. 27
Course #28643, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24

Thursdays, from 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Course #28396, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24
Course #28398, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29
Course #28400, Nov. 5, 12, 19 *course fee will be prorated
Course #28640, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 31
Course #28642, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Course #28644, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25

Healthy Discussions & Demonstrations

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:00:57 +0000

Come listen and learn from presenter Joni Sellers (BSN, RN, CDE) as she discusses healthy topics ranging from healthy dessert demonstrations to taking care of your heart. Joni is a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator.

All presentations are FREE of charge! Please RSVP to Robert Staton (930-1367 or rstaton@georgetowntx.org) at least two days prior to the presentation(s) you would like to attend.

Easy, Healthy Dessert Demonstration: September 1, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Great for pot lucks and family dinners! Heart healthy and diabetes friendly. Tasting available!

Diabetes & You – Dispelling the Myth about Diabetes: October 6, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Free diabetes testing supplies available.

Unraveling the Mystery of Health Care – Choosing & Using a Health Plan: November 3, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Learn about the resources available to Medicare Beneficiaries.

Staying Healthy with Vaccinations: December 1, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Learn about vaccinations for people over 60: What, When & How.

Reading Labels for a Healthier New Year: January 5, 2010 at 10 a.m.
Bring your favorite packaged good to determine the nutritional content.

Take Care of Your Heart: February 2, 2010 at 10 a.m.
Learn healthy behaviors to decrease the risk of heart disease and heart failure.

Senior Adult Pottery Painting

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:37:30 +0000

Come show off your creative side and paint an adorable bud vase or a coffee mug! Splatters Pottery Studio will provide stencils, stamps and idea books for your use. Your piece will be glazed, fired and returned to the Teen/Senior Center in one week!

Member Fee: $14
Non-member Fees: $16 resident / $18 nonresident

Meets first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Minimum of 10 participants is needed for this class to make.

Registration Deadline: One week prior to class date.

Georgetown Bird Walks

Erin Ruyle, Marketing/Special Events Coordinator — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:01:07 +0000

Instructor: Jim Hailey

Interested in birding? This free program will assist the beginner to avid bird watcher on walks along Georgetown trails for the purpose of identifying bird species. Each guided walk will last approximately 3 hours.

Class is lead by Jim Hailey who has been birding for 20 years. He is the President of Monte Mucho Audubon Society, Vice President of Texas Ornithological Society (TOS), and Field Trip Chairman for TOS. Currently, Jim leads birding trips for the Texas Ornithological Society to Alaska, Arizona and various locations in Texas.

FREE Class!

Class will meet at the Booty’s Road Park Pavilion from 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Course # 28633: September 8
Course #28634: October 20
Course # 28635: November 17
Course #28636: December 10
Course #28637: January 5
Course #28638: February 16