New fitness, art, and lifelong learning sessions begin next week!

          

The Jan/Feb newsletter is available here. Hard copies are in the office. 

Holiday Closure

SASC will be closed Monday, January 15 in observance of MLK Jr. Day.

Tax Appointments

The AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide tax assistance is provided by trained volunteers in partnership with the IRS, and is geared toward seniors and low- to modest-income taxpayers. We will begin taking appointments on Tuesday, January 16. Appointments will be on Mondays, beginning February 5.

Last Friday was our New Year Celebration Murder Mystery, put on by Moonlight, Music, and Mystery from Toledo. Before the murder mystery, we enjoyed dinner, catered by Briskets and Biscuits. Thank you to our generous sponsors Nu2u.Again, ComForCare, Steadfast Chiropractic, and Cambrian Senior Living, Tecumseh for making this event possible! Thank you to volunteers Cindy Sobotta, Eva Benevento, Diane Evans, Ruth Frayer, Carol Torssell, and Brenda Lorey for volunteering from ironing linens to centerpieces to set up/tear down! And thank you members for volunteering to perform!

Upcoming Programs

Drums Alive begins- Jan 8, 10-11am

Brain, Breath, & Bend Chair Yoga begins- Mon, Jan 8, 4:15-5:15pm

Fit for Life begins- Tue, Jan 9 & Thu, Jan 11, 8:45-9:45am

Balance Strong begins- Tue, Jan 9, 10-11am

Mapping a Healthier You- Tue, Jan 9, 10-11am

Adaptive Hatha Yoga begins- Tue, Jan 9, 11:15am-12:45pm & Wed, Jan 10, 1-2:30pm

Strong Bones begins- Wed, Jan 10, 12-12:45pm

Tech Town Hall- Wed, Jan 10, 5-7pm

Balance Strong Beginning + Stretch begins- Thu, Jan 11, 10-11:15am

Meditation- What is it Really?- Thu, Jan 11, 1-2pm

Watercolors begins- Thu, Jan 11, 1:30-3:30pm

Book Club: The Measure- Fri, Jan 12, 10-11:15am

Canvas & Cookies- Fri, Jan 12, 12-2pm

Classical Music: The Magic Flute begins- Fri, Jan 12, 12-1pm

SASC Closed MLK Jr. Day- Mon, Jan 15

Good Grub Club: Jalisco- Tue, Jan 16, 11:30am

Intergen Crafternoon- Tue, Jan 16, 1:30-2:30pm

Guitar Lessons begin- Wed, Jan 17, 10-11am

Travelogue: Crosswinds Marsh- Wed, Jan 17, 10-11am

Tai Chi Cont. begins- Wed, Jan 17, 10:30-11:30am

Classic Movie Time: Singin' in the Rain- Wed, Jan 17, 2:30-5pm

Stop in and check out our fitness room!

During these four weeks of group guitar lessons, we will cover topics such as tuning, changing keys with a capo, and learning open and triad chords. We will also provide exercises to help improve finger strength and introduce basic music theory specific to the guitar. Additionally, we encourage you to attend our weekly Wednesday sessions with SASC's guitar club, School of Rock for Guitar, where you can continue learning and practicing. Please remember to bring your own guitar; there are affordable beginner models available for purchase online. Register at the front desk or online.

General knowledge of Tai Chi principles and a proficiency of the “first loop” of Yang Family 108 Long Form are a pre-requisite of this Continuing class. Included are brief meditation and Tao te Ching verses. Register at the front desk or here. 

Why meditate? Meditation builds focus and awareness, essential conditions for a clear and stable mind. Meditation helps us more honestly engage with ourselves and the world around us. These classes offer hands-on experience with the basic elements of meditation using the breath and techniques for coping with distracted or drowsy moments. Classes are open to all - newcomers to meditation, long time meditators, and those looking for group meditation with others. Leave feeling peaceful and relaxed. You are welcome to bring a comfortable cushion and blanket. This program is generously sponsored and facilitated by Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Center. Register for individual dates at the front desk or here.

Let your creativity flow and enjoy the process! Design your very own catch-all tray, either for yourself or someone special to you. Carol will guide you in adorning it with charming vintage china, followed by grouting. All materials provided. Please register by Jan 16. Register online or at the front desk.

Part I- In Japan, the secret to living a long, happier, and more fulfilled life can be summed up in one word: Ikigai - which translates to your purpose or your bliss. It’s what brings you joy and inspires you to get out of bed every day. Come to this first session having given some thought to what currently makes this phase of your life worth living, and what you would like more of - and we will explore together what it means to pursue and to enjoy a balanced life.

Part II- In this second part, we will share the results of our considerations, and maybe the practices, of tools, tips, and techniques shared in Part I. As seniors, we can joyfully share our experiences in a supportive environment because the accumulated wisdom is always more than the accumulated years of living!

Please plan to attend both classes. Register at the front desk or online.

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