VETERAN’S LUNCHEON
For all veterans who are 55 years of age and over!
Wednesday, February 9th, 2022 from 11am until 1:00pm. We will be meeting at the Behring Senior Center for lunch. Spouses are welcome and please do not arrive before 10:45am. We will be having Shepherd’s Pie, rolls, desserts and beverages. Donation of $2.00 and PLEASE CALL 325-3173 so we know how much food to prepare. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Thank-you.
EXERCISE CLASSES WILL BE IN THE GYM
Please bring a change of shoes to wear in the gym. Classes are as follows:
Fitness First is on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 to 9:15am.
Men’s Exercise is on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Time has changed to 9:30 to 10:15am.
Chair Pilates is on Mondays only at 10:45 to 11:30am.
Balance Yoga is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 to 10:15am.
Dance Aerobics will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays. First class at 8:30 to 9:15 am and the second class is at 10:45 to 11:30am. Please note there are 2 classes!
Yoga is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45am to 12:30pm. Please note time change.
Fusion is on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:45 to 11:30am.
CHAIR MASSAGE
Dates: Fridays, February 4 & 18 and March 4 & 18, 2022.
Cost: $20.00
Times: 9:30am to 1:00pm (20 minutes). Please note time change.
Melissa Kieler is a Massage Therapist at Healing Notes here in Monroe. You will pay Melissa directly the day of your appointment. She accepts cash or check. MASKS REQUIRED. If you need to cancel, please call
NO LATER than Wednesday prior to your appointment so we can fill your spot with someone from our waiting list. Call 325-3173 to schedule an appointment.
FOOT CARE WITH JULIE
Dates: Tuesdays, February 1, 8, & 22, March 15, 22, & 29, 2022. If you need to cancel, please call us at 325-3173 at least 24 hours in advance so we can fill your spot from our wait list.
Cost: $42.00 and you will pay Julie directly. (Please note price change)
Times: 8:00am to 4:00pm. Appointments are around 30 minutes.
Your feet will be soaked, your toenails will be clipped, and your heels and other rough areas will be exfoliated. You’ll also get a mini leg & foot massage, as well as a refreshing lemon mist.
CARDS
Card games are at the Senior Center FROM 12:30 TO 3:30PM. Some things are new. We are playing for fun and there are NO PRIZES. Please do not arrive early or stay late. Due to new cleaning protocols, all card games end at 3:30pm. Please wash your hands before playing. At this time, NO FOOD IS ALLOWED TO BE BROUGHT INTO THE BUILDING. Single-serve beverages are allowed. Mondays are Euchre, Tuesdays are Canasta and Horse & Pepper, Thursdays are for 500 and Yass.
Also:
● Senior Center Library is open on the 2nd floor. We want to thank everyone who donated books and puzzles during the pandemic. We have a table by the elevator for the returned books and puzzles.
● Table Tennis (ping pong) will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00pm. Players must wipe down paddles when done, one person has to wipe down the table and ping pong balls.
● Pool (Billiards) players get those pool sticks all chalked up and ready to go!
The pool hall will be open from 9am to 4pm. Only 6 players at a time.
● Attention Pickleball players:
We have 2 different levels:
Level 1: Beginner/Intermediate will be on Wednesdays & Fridays from 2pm to 4pm and limited to 8 players.
Level 2: Intermediate/Advanced will be on Tuesdays & Thursdays, from 2pm to 4pm and also limited to 8 players. This is for the ones who want to play competitive games while having fun.
Please call 325-3173 or stop by to reserve your spot.
● The Behring Senior Center now offers Drop-ins and Punch Cards for all exercise classes. If you want to “Drop-In” to a class, simply pay $4.00 for a 45-minute session. You can also purchase a punch card and save $1.00 per class. Please note the increase in price of the punch cards. Punch Cards are available for $30.00 for 10 classes or $55.00 for 20 classes. Because no registration is required, you can try out all of the different exercise classes you want. You can purchase Punch Cards at the Front Desk and/or Wellness Center Desk. You will have to fill out a liability waiver to participate in exercise classes. Call 325-3173 for more information.
Bingo with Aster & Flippo at the Senior Center. You must sign up because there is a limit of only 30 people.
● Bingo is Friday, February 11, 2022 at 1:30pm. Aster will be giving away prizes. Be sure to sign up for this event, remember space is limited, call 325-3173 soon. Registration starts Friday, February 4th at 8:00am.
● Flippo will be at 1:30pm on Friday, February 25th, 2022. You have to bring your own deck of cards. Please sign up for this event at 325-3173. Registration starts Tuesday, February 8th at 8:00am.
MOVIES FOR FEBRUARY
First movie is Thursday, February 10th at 1:30pm. Showing is “Ghost Busters: Afterlife”. When a single mother and her two children move to a new town, they soon discover they have a connection to the original Ghostbusters and the Secret Legacy their grandfather left behind. Rated PG-13 Run time: 2 hours, 4 minutes.
Second movie is Tuesday, February 22nd at 1:30 pm. Showing is “Dear Evan Hansen”. Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high school student who’s aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he wrote for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple whose son took his own life. Rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours, 17 minutes.
Movies are on the 2nd floor, and all movies begin at 1:30pm. Limit to 30 people per movie and you must call to make a reservation for one or both movies. Call us at 325-3173 to sign up.
COFFEE & CHAT BOOK CLUB
Date: Monday, February 14th, 2022
Time: 10:00am
Place: Senior Center Dining Room
Our group will meet to discuss the book, “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard.
We will meet once a month to discuss the book while enjoying a nice cup of coffee. You can still join us. Call 325-3173 to make sure you have a seat. Limit to 20 people.
NEW CLASSES AND PROGRAMS
SSM Health at Home Presents-Scam & Identity Theft
Monday, February 7th at 1:30 pm. At any given time, there are new scams and identity theft tactics that can potentially affect all of us. Learn what some of these scams are so that we are more aware of how to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Sign up by calling 325-3173.
Farm House Wreath with Theresa
Date: Wednesday, February 16th Time: 10:00 am Cost: $12.00, includes all materials
Let’s chase those winter blues away with some crafting fun! Come make a cute embroidery hoop farm house wreath with Theresa. We will have all the supplies; you just bring yourself and your creativity!
Space is limited so sign up today by calling the Senior Center at 325-3173.
Love Gnomes with Tracy Signer
Date: Monday, February 21st Time: 1:30 pm Cost: $35.00, includes all materials.
Let’s get creative with painting a gnome on a canvas as well as some cards to give away as valentines, thank you cards, or just because you want to say, “I love you.” Class runs 2-3 hours.
Space is limited so sign up today by calling the Senior Center at 325-3173.
Line Dancing is Back!
Dates: MONDAYS: March 7, 14, 21, and 28, April 4, 11, 18, and 25 Time: 2:00pm-3:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 Drop-In Fee Place: Senior Center Gym
Pay instructor directly and please have exact amount.
No need to sign up in advance. Just drop in for a fun time!!!
Valentine’s Day Party
Date: Monday, February 14th, 2022 Time: 1:30 pm
Acoustic duo Fred & Ginger will entertain us with songs from the Everly Brothers, Simon & Garfunkel, The Searchers, The Beatles and many more! Refreshments will be served and a fun photo opportunity will be available! Space is limited and reservations are required. We will start taking reservations at 8:00am on Tuesday, February 1st, 2022. Call 325-3173.
● You are welcome to pick-up your copy of “THE RED BRICK AGENDA” at the Behring Senior Center to get more information. They are found inside the Front Lobby door in a basket or in the Wellness Center just inside the door.
