Special Events
AARP Tax Aide at the Senior Center
February 15 - April 1
Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 5:00pm; extended hours Wednesdays until 7:30 pm. Call 891-4030 for an appointment and for information on material needed to process your taxes.
Medicare Assistance
Seniors may qualify to save money on their:
- Monthly Part D Drug Plan Premium;
- Co-pay for prescriptions;
- Monthly Medicare Part B Premium;
- Co-pay for Medicare services and visits; and
- Medicare deductibles.
If seniors need assistance applying for these money saving programs, they may talk to a trained counselor. The Tallahassee Senior Center offers this service the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Counseling sessions are available these Tuesdays from 9:00am - 2:00pm. Call 891-4043 to schedule an appointment.
Music Fest and Entertainment Series
Series tickets $25 on sale now!
February 10, 7:00pm
Swingin With Dean
Dean Ratzman, acclaimed musician, brings tunes from the '40s, '50s and '60s to the stage.March 9, 6:00 - 8:30pm
Caribbean Nights
Fun, food, entertainment in a Caribbean atmosphere!April 21, 7:00pm
Forever Young Concert
Florida State University students and residents of Heritage Oaks promise a rockin' good time.
Individual event tickets $10. For tickets and more information call Ashley Solberger at 850-891-4008.
TSC's Newest Class Kicks Off This Week
There is a new TALL class in town! TALL, an initiative in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce program - Leadership Tallahassee - brings together an actively engaged group of seniors with community leaders.
"By participating in interactive activities, members of the class find they are better equipped to continue to effect positive change and growth in the community," said Hella Spellman, TALL coordinator and assistant supervisor at TSC. Spellman also pointed out, "seniors enrich their own lives through lifelong learning." TALL class members assemble weekly for eight weeks to share varied life experiences and gain an understanding of how best to apply their unique skills to local needs.
Members of this year's class include: Ann Cleare, Lynne Corbett, Nancy Daws, Fred Forsythe, Carolyn Forsythe, Shirley Gooding-Butler, Karen Hill, Sue Johns, Barbara Judd, Ted Judd, Patsy McCall, Reid Moon, Suzanne Moon, Kathleen Petitte, Jane Quinton, and Gena Varn.
2010 Antiques Show & Sale
Saturday, March 6, 10:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday, March 7, 11:00am - 4:00pm
at the Senior Center. Weekend admission is only $3.00!
Participating dealers specialize in:
- Antique Furniture
- Estate & Costume Jewelry
- Pottery & Glassware
- Books & Postcards
- Fine Art
- Sterling Silver
- Porcelain
- Linens
- Sports Collectibles
Resource Assistance Services Expanding!
In addition to Information and Referral Assistance, Legal Services, Tax Preparation, Counseling Services, and SHINE assistance, Tallahassee Senior Services is now offering Financial Counseling and Insurance Policy Assistance to seniors in our community.
The Florida Department of Financial Services will be at the Tallahassee Senior Center to help seniors with insurance policy and coverage questions. This includes, health, automobile, life, and homeowners insurance; workers compensation; and annuities. Sessions take place the first Wednesday of every month, 3:00 - 5:00pm.
Steve Halsell will be at the Senior Center to answer questions and provide one-on-one financial reviews, investment information, and retirement and estate planning. He is available for private appointments on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, 3:00 - 5:00pm.
There is no cost for the services, but appointments required. For more information or to schedule and appointment, call 891-4043.
New Programs
Acting Classes for Seniors
It's a new year - resolve to improve your health and have fun! Acting classes offer many opportunities to engage in healthy aging - social connections, creative exploration, and physical movement. Memorization or performing for others not required. The Tallahassee Little Theatre and Tallahassee Senior Center are partnering to provide this opportunity for seniors in the community. New "level one" class starts in January and will be held at the Tallahassee Little Theatre.Cost for the 8-week class is $75 for TSC Foundation members. For more information or to enroll call 224-4597 or visit www.tallahasseelittletheratre.org.
How to Sudoku
Thursday, January 21 & 28, 1:00pm
This number placement puzzle isn't as hard as it seems. Improve brain health, enhance memory skills and have fun! Designed for beginners. $2 seniors, $3 others.
Lunchtime Musical Programs
Join us in the Tallahassee Senior Center's dining room - reserve a hot lunch or try our nutritious salad bar!
- The Music of Vera Nessen & Friends
Thursdays, 11:30am - 12:30pm - Daryl Steele and Friends
Tuesday, January 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm - The Piano Magic of Marvin Halleck
Wednesdays, January 20 & February 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Upcoming Dances
CONTRA Dance (Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance)
Fun, energetic, easy dancing. No experience necessary. Families welcome! 7:30 - 10:30pm. $7 adults, $5 students & seniors, $3 kids.
- Friday, January 29 - Tanager band, caller Eric Harris
- Friday, February 12 - The Church Street String Band, caller Tara Bolker
- Friday, February 26 - Shinola band, caller Richard Hopkins
- Friday, March 12 - Band TBA, caller Andy Kane
USA Ballroom Dance
Free dance lesson 6:30 - 7:15pm; dances 7:30 - 10:30pm. $8 USA Dance members; $12 non-members.
- Saturday, January 23
Chinese New Year - music by DJ Dick Hagen - semi-formal - Saturday, February 20
Ribbons and Roses - music by DJ Dick Hagen
Leisure Learning Classes
$2 suggested donation per class for 55+ and $5 per class for others. Space is limited, so pre-registration required. To register for scheduled classes, call 891-4008.
Upcoming Classes
- Digital Camera Workshop
Learn how to take great photos and operate your digital camera with ease. $5 for seniors, $7 for others.- Beginners: February 3, 6:30 - 9:00pm
- Advanced: February 10, 6:30 - 9:00pm
- Evening Computer Workshops
Computer knowledge required for these classes. Schedules and costs may vary. For more information, contact Ashley at 891-4008.- Facebook: Become familiar with this social networking wave and learn how to contact old friends, stay connected with family and friends, and post pictures or even videos. Explore Facebook etiquette and many benefits this tool offers!
- Google Earth: Fly around the world in 3-D with the program - look back in time, walk around on the moon, explore oceans and view detection grids to see where earthquakes are!
- Digital Photography: Learn how to upload, store, and manage your pictures on your computer and online with Internet based digital photo programs.
- Microsoft Office: Become more comfortable using all that Microsoft Office offers with applications such as PowerPoint and Excel.