MONROE — The Behring Senior Center, 1113 10th Street, Monroe, has numerous activities and classes planned. Pick up a copy of “The Red Brick Agenda” newsletter in the front lobby in a basket for more information. Arrangements to participate can be made by calling the senior center at 608-325-3173. Participants must pre-register for all programs.
WELLNESS CENTER UPDATE
● A total of seven members are allowed per workout
● Members must sign up in advance
● Appointments are made on a weekly basis, starting on the Thursday prior to the following week
● You can sign up for one session per day
● Face masks are required
● Sessions are one hour
● Members can use cardio machines and weight machines
● Call to schedule appointment
● The Senior Center will not be taking any new memberships for the remainder of the year in order to accommodate their current membership.
BEHRING SENIOR CENTER FACE MASKS
The Behring Senior Center is selling face masks, which will help cover the cost of programs and classes. They were printed at Heartland Graphics in Monroe. All masks are red with white lettering.
INDOOR EXERCISE CLASSES
The Behring Senior Center is now offering indoor exercise classes at The Koning Maple Lane Event Center in Monroe. Classes are small to allow for 6-feet of social distancing. Sessions are 45 minutes and there is a cost. Face masks are required.
March 2021 signup dates are:
● Afternoon Fitness (new) — Monday, Feb. 15
● Balanced Yoga and Balanced Yoga revved up (new) — Tuesday, Feb. 16
● Men’s exercise — Wednesday, Feb. 17
● Yoga — Wednesday, Feb. 17
● Zumba — Friday, Feb. 19
CHAIR MASSAGE
Sessions will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays on Feb. 12 and 26; and March 12 and 26. Each session is 20 minutes. There is a cost.
Melissa Kieler is a Massage Therapist at Healing Notes in Monroe. You will pay Melissa directly the day of your appointment. Masks are required.
FOOT CARE WITH JULIE
Sessions will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays on Feb. 2, 9 and 16; March 16, 23 and 30; April 13 and 27. Each session is 30 minutes. The cost will be paid directly to Julie.
Your feet will be soaked, your toenails clipped and rough areas exfoliated. You will also receive a mini leg and foot massage and a refreshing lemon mist.
FACEBOOK FUN DAYS
Trivia Tuesday will be held at 1 p.m. on Feb. 2, 9 and 23.
Valentine Bingo will be held at 1 p.m. Feb. 16 at the Koning Maple Leaf Event Center.
Wellness Wednesday is held at 1 p.m. every Wednesday. Bridget will discuss a wellness topic related to better health; both in mind and body.
Flippo Friday will be held Feb. 19.
FACEBOOK LIVE WORKOUT
Exercise classes with Bridget are scheduled on Mondays at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Fridays at 9 a.m.
TAKE AND MAKE CRAFT KITS
The Senior Center has craft kits to take and make at home. There is a no-sew gnome craft and a winter bird feeder. Step by step instructions and all supplies included. There is a cost. Call ahead and pick one up.
