Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 Lifelong Learning A program of Clermont Senior Services Winter/Spring Arts & Crafts Education Health & Recreation Special Events Trips Lifelong Learning Activities January thru April 2015 Page 1 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. CENTER LOCATIONS Bethel Woods Center 734-4340 (Monday thru Thursday) Bethel Woods 610 Easter Road (transportation provided on Tues & Wed) Bethel, OH 45106 Miami Township Center (Milford Area) 248-4345 (Monday thru Friday) Miami Township Civic Center 6101 Meijer Drive (transportation provided on Tues & Fri) Milford, OH 45150 Union Township Center (Eastgate Area) 947-7333 (Monday thru Friday) Union Township Civic Center 4350 Aicholtz Road Cincinnati, OH 45245 NOTE: Union Township is the Administration Office for all centers. VIP MEMBERSHIP Everyone age 55 and over is eligible for VIP membership at the following rates: Clermont County residents: $12 per year Out-of-county residents: $30 per year Members receive discounts for classes and activities. If you would like to become a VIP member, please indicate it on the registration form. Memberships run from September 1 through August 31, and are full price any time of the year. Dues are not prorated. NOTE: A variety of activities are offered for free. No membership is necessary for these programs. Presentation of programs does not constitute endorsement by Clermont Senior Services. Page 2 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 Fine Arts & Crafts 1-4 Health & Wellness 5-9 Education 10-11 Recreation 12-14 Special Programs/Events 15-17 Day/Overnight Trips 18-23 Agency & Registration Info 24 FINE ARTS & CRAFTS UNION TOWNSHIP ART CLASSES Professional artist, Mary Helen Wallace, shares years of experience with her students, using a variety of mediums and styles. Please call Mary Helen at 513-791-8658 for supply list and registration. Beginners are welcome. Watercolor Painting Class Express yourself artistically through watercolors in this 10-week painting class. Mondays - (10 weeks) - Union Township 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. VIP $90 Guest $100 Creative Drawing Class Learn creative drawing through mediums in a 10-week class. various Tuesdays - (10 weeks) - Union Township 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. VIP $90 Guest $100 Landscape Drawing Class Participants choose their medium - pastel or watercolor - and learn the fundamental development of landscape painting, drawing. Wednesdays - (10 weeks) - Union Township 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. VIP $90 Guest $100 Page 3 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. FINE ARTS & CRAFTS Quilters Corner Enjoy the fellowship of other quilters. Bring your own material and supplies. A fellow quilter will help with ideas and experience. Tuesdays - Bethel Woods 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free Creative Quilters Wanted - Fabricologists! Gather each week to enjoy and learn from fellow quilters. Bring your own project or choose to complete something from a class. Special guest instructors will be scheduled. Dates for classes to be announced. A free hand long arm will be made available by appointment beginning 2015. Wednesdays - Union Township 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free 2nd & 4th Monday of each month - Union Township 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Free Paint on Canvas Let’s Paint! Participants will complete an 8 x 10 acrylic painting each class. All supplies will be provided. Come ready to have fun painting. Beginners are welcome. Limit 10 participants. Registration required. 2nd Monday of each month - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. VIP $10 Guest $15 East Fork Woodcarvers Club The East Fork Woodcarvers Club is dedicated to preserving this craft. Each month, they gather to teach, show, and learn more about this ancient art form. Anyone interested in carving or whittling a small project is invited to join them. Instruction is free; catalogs to purchase tools are available. 2nd & 4th Monday of each month - Union Township 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. East Fork Woodcarvers Annual Membership $12 Page 4 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 FINE ARTS & CRAFTS Crafts with Clermont County Library Area library outreach programs have come up with some new and interesting projects that are fun to make and take, or just entertain. Come join us and create fun and useful crafts. Program and projects are listed below. Wednesday - January 7th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Free Create your own simmering potpourri Wednesday - February 4th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Free Pinecone Candle Holder Wednesday - March 4th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Free Self watering wine bottle planter Wednesday - April 1st - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Free Clothespin Magnets Crochet Create fabric from yarn and gather each week to enjoy and learn the art of crochet. Bring your own project or get great ideas from others. Pat is an excellent teacher and is available for questions. Wednesdays - Union Township 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free Winter “Blues” Floral Arrangement Feeling blue after the holidays? Take action and sign up for this class. Donna Stamper, owner/designer of Jay’s Florist, will guide you step by step through basic floral arranging techniques. Join us and arrange fresh floral blues that are sure to brighten those ho-hum days of winter. Monday - January 26th - Union Township 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. VIP $20 Guest $25 Page 5 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. FINE ARTS & CRAFTS St Patrick’s Green Floral Impress your family and friends when you show off your floral arrangement skills. Donna Stamper will lead the class in basic floral design. You will create a beautiful bouquet filled with fresh flowers that will last for weeks. This arrangement is a fan favorite, so sign up now! Monday - March 16th - Union Township 1:00 p.m. VIP $20 Guest $25 “Eggstra - Special Eggs” Just dyeing to color eggs? Try this hands on egg dyeing class. You will learn and explore a variety of egg dyeing techniques. Supplies are included plus an Easter basket to take home all your decorated eggs. Tuesday - March 31st - Miami Township 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. VIP $7 Guest $10 Spring Basketweaving Georgann Bates will teach participants the basic techniques of basket weaving. Students will take home a handmade spring basket. This bowl shaped basket is not only useful, but colorful. All materials and a light lunch will be provided. The class is popular, so sign up early. The class is limited to 10 students. Please register before March 11th - 947-7333 Thursday - April 2nd - Union Township 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. VIP $38 Guest $45 Page 6 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 HEALTH & WELLNESS Stay Well Join Kim Brown, RN with Southwest Regional Health Care, as she discusses various “Stay Well” topics. Come prepared with questions related to the subjects below. Refreshments provided. Wednesday - January 14th - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. Free Arthritis and You Tuesday - February 10th - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. Free Heart Healthy Wednesday - March 11th - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. Free COPD Tuesday - April 14th - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. Free Fall Prevention Tips Reduce Your Stress Through Humor Isn’t laughing and learning a great combination? Linda Saunders, LNHA from Montgomery Care Center, offers a program that teaches us why laughter and humor are so important to our health. So join us for a dose of medicine - Laughter! Refreshments are provided. Tuesday - January 20th - Miami Township 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Free Clermont County Parkinson’s Support Group Talking to others who have the same feelings and emotions brought on by this traumatic disorder can help relieve doubts and fears. Each meeting includes a guest speaker that provides information on current updates, resources, and other practical issues relating to the disease. Second Thursday of the Month - Union Township 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free Page 7 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. HEALTH & WELLNESS HEALTHY U - Diabetes Are you or someone you know struggling with diabetes? The HEALTHY U Chronic Disease Self Management Program for Diabetes is proven to improve quality of life and save money by reducing health care expenses. It’s FREE to adults of any age and/or their caregivers. Help yourself regain control of your life and do the things that matter to you. At the Diabetes Self—Management class, small groups meet weekly for 6 weeks and learn ways to solve problems related to Diabetes. HEALTHY U was developed at Stanford University and has helped hundreds of thousands of people improve their health and quality of life over the past thirty years. Studies have shown that the program results in significant, measurable improvements in movement, symptoms, depression, fatigue, disability and activity limitations. As one class member said, “the course exposed me to new ways of thinking about myself and the medical problems that affected my life. It gave me new strategies for keeping depression and pain at bay, ways to relax my mind and body, and eye-opening ideas about exercise that I could do. Through weekly action plans, I began to feel successful, seeing in a positive light those things about which I had been hopeless before. Instead of trying to fight/cure my chronic illnesses, I now realize that I can do things to live better with them.” Mondays - Begins February 2nd - Union Township 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free Class Thursdays - Begins February 5th - Bethel Woods 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free Class All participants receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions”. For more information or to register call 947-7333. Page 8 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 HEALTH & WELLNESS Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi I Tai Chi, described as “meditation in motion,” has a long list of mental and physical benefits, which include reduced pain and joint stiffness, improved memory and concentration, greater balance and increased ability to cope with stress and depression. Instructor Lori Malpass was recertified by 30 year Tai Chi Master, Dr. Paul Lam, endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation. This is a 12 week class. Recommended that students take two sessions of Tai Chi I before moving to Tai Chi II Thursdays - Starts April 23rd - Miami Township 1:00 p.m. VIP $48 Guest $68 Thursdays - Starts March 5th - Union Township 3:00 p.m. VIP $48 Guest $68 Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi II This class is only open to students who have completed the Tai Chi I class. This is a 10 week class. Monday - Starts March 9th - Union Township 3:15 p.m. VIP $40 Guest $60 Thursdays - April 23rd - Miami Township 11:00 a.m. VIP $40 Guest $60 Qigong (Form of Tai Chi) Experience the Seven Principle exercises of Qigong (Chi Kung). Participants will learn these movements in an 8 week class. This form of Tai Chi emphasizes small movements with limited exertion to naturally stretch and condition without physical stress. Fridays - Union Township 3:00 p.m. VIP $30 Guest $50 Page 9 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. HEALTH & WELLNESS SilverSneakers FLEX, Fitness Programs The award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program for older adults recently launched its newest fitness enhancement SilverSneakers FLEX. It’s designed to promote exercise at venues outside of the fitness center, with instructor-led activities in community areas and senior centers. SilverSneakers FLEX was created to provide members with more location options and fitness content to meet their needs. SilverSneakers FLEX activities are led by certified fitness instructors who establish their own classes which include Strength & Balance, Yoga Stretch and Zumba Gold. For more information, visit my.silversneakers.com. Free for SilverSneakers members, class fees vary for all others. Strength & Balance Participants use tension bands, light weights and small balls to improve mobility, strength and balance. Instructor Judy Barnes is a certified ACE Senior Fitness Specialist. SilverSneakers Free. Mondays & Thursdays - Union Township 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. VIP $5 Guest $7 Tuesdays - Bethel Woods 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Cost: $3 Yoga Stretch Participants are led through a series of seated and/or standing yoga poses. Yoga improves strength, balance, posture and range of motion. Restorative breathing exercises and the final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Free for SilverSneakers members. Fridays - Union Township 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. VIP $5 Guest $7 Page 10 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 HEALTH & WELLNESS Aqua Zumba Aqua Zumba is perfect for those looking to make a splash by adding a low impact, high-energy exercise to their fitness routine. There is less impact on your joints during an Aqua Zumba class so you can really let loose. Water creates natural resistance, which means every step is more challenging and helps tone your muscles. For more information contact Kimberley Coniglio at 513-240-5180. This class is SilverSneakers approved. Tuesdays & Thursdays - Comfort Inn & Suites in Eastgate (Heated pool) 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost $5 Arthritis Exercise Judy Squire, an Arthritis Foundation Certified instructor, leads participants through a 45 minute workout designed to keep joints and muscles moving to improve mobility, and relieve pain and stiffness of arthritis. Can be performed sitting or standing. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month - Bethel Woods 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month - Bethel Woods 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Cost: Free Eternal Tai Chi This class is for those that have completed Tia Chi I or II and want to keep their skills sharp. No Pre-registration required. Thursday - January 8th, 15th, and 22nd - Miami Township 11:00 a.m. VIP $3 Guest $5 Page 11 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. EDUCATION All About Dairy—OSU Extension The OSU Extension Nutrition program representative will discuss calcium sources beyond milk and various barriers to eating dairy foods. All discussions will be related to dairy and calcium “dos and don’ts” for a healthy you. Tuesday - January 13th - Bethel Woods Wednesday - January 21st - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. Free Tuesday - February 10th - Bethel Woods Wednesday - February 25th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. Free Tuesday - March 10th - Bethel Woods Wednesday - March 18th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. Free Tuesday - April 7th - Bethel Woods Wednesday - April 8th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. Free “Tuesdays @ MT” Book Club Expand your reading horizons! Selected books from a variety of genres are read, many from the Milford Library. Be part of an exciting group that meets monthly, uses prepared questions and encourages group discussion. Check it out! Tuesday - January 13th - Miami Township Tuesday - February 10th - Miami Township Tuesday - March 10th - Miami Township Tuesday - April 14th - Miami Township 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free Computer Basics Want to learn how to set up and manage your email account, search the internet, create, organize and save a document and make online purchases? Each week, the computer class will focus on these topics. Bring your own laptop or tablet for instruction. Wi-Fi available. Please call for an appointment. Tuesdays - Union Township - 513-947-7333 By Appointment VIP $10 Guest $15 Tuesdays - Bethel Woods - 513-734-4340 By Appointment VIP $5 Guest $10 Page 12 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 EDUCATION “A Child’s View of World War II” Author, Gerda Braunheim, was a young child living in East Prussia when Hitler invaded Europe. She has written a book of her account entitled, From Stonischken to Gedhus, A Child’s View of World War II. Gerda will share her story and experiences during this time of history that should never be forgotten. Light refreshments will be provided. Please call to RSVP, 513-248-4345. Tuesday - April 14th - Miami Township 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free Smart Driver Course—AARP Since 1979, AARP Driver Safety has met the needs of older drivers through educational programs led by more than 4,000 volunteers and supported by a myriad of resources; however, they aren’t the same programs and resources that were available nearly 35 years ago. AARP Driver Safety has continued to evolve with the times and, as of January 1, 2014, AARP Driver Safety has launched the new and improved AARP Smart Driver Course. Why a new course? A lot has changed since many American drivers first got their driver’s license. The roads have changed. Cars and the technology inside them have changed. Even the people behind the wheel have changed. As drivers, if we don’t keep up with those changes, we put others or even ourselves at risk. Participants are awarded a Certificate of Attendance for drivers 50 and older. Please check with your insurance company for possible discounts. Refreshments are served. Lunch is on your own. Friday - January 16th - Union Township 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (break for 1 hr. lunch) Cost: $15 (pay instructor) Friday - April 24th - Union Township 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (break for 1 hr. lunch) Cost: $15 (pay instructor) Page 13 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. RECREATION Line Dancing Line dancing is an excellent way to become fit and stay fit while learning the latest line dances. No partner necessary. Tuesdays - Union Township Center 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Beginner Line Dance 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Intermediate Line Dance VIP $4 Guest $5 Wednesdays - Miami Township Center 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Beginner Line Dance VIP $4 Guest $5 Line Dancing - Modern Flare Enjoy learning the latest dance moves to current music. Follow others in unison as you focus on footwork until it becomes second nature. It’s a work-out that’s fun. Thursdays - Union Township Center 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. VIP $4 Guest $5 Basketball “Open Gym” Shoot the Hoops! Athletes 55 and older congregate on the court for three hours of fun. A light continental breakfast is provided. Participants must wear athletic shoes, no dark soles please. Wednesdays & Fridays—Union Township Center 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. $1 donation Billiards Experienced and novice billiard players are welcome. There are two billiard tables and sticks are provided, but you may bring your own. Meets every Wednesday, and other times as indicated on the calendar. For more information, call 248-4345 or view the center calendar on our website at www.clermontseniors.com. Wednesdays - Miami Township 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Page 14 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 RECREATION Basic Tap Dancing Bonnie Schanz has choreographed stage productions and danced professionally. This class is for those who have little or no experience in dance but want to learn tap and have fun! Tap shoes not mandatory; no sneakers please! Fridays - Miami Township 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. VIP $4 Guest $5 Intermediate Tap Dancing Students have completed basic tap dance. Wednesdays - Miami Township 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. VIP $4 Guest $5 Advance Tap Dance Students have completed basic and intermediate tap classes or have previous experience to qualify at this level. Thursdays - Miami Township 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. VIP $4 Guest $5 Chair Volleyball This light-hearted version of volleyball is a fun experience you won’t want to miss. You’ll see the game of volleyball from a different angle. The challenge is to stay seated in your chair. By the way, the game is played with a beach ball! Wednesdays - Union Township Center 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Free Various Days - Call Miami Township Center 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Free 3rd & 4th Tuesday - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Free 1st & 3rd Wednesday - Bethel Woods 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Free Thursdays - Bethel Woods 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free Page 15 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. RECREATION Pinochle This trick-taking game is played with a 48 card deck. Players score points by trick-taking and also by forming combinations of cards into melds. Each hand is played in three phases: bidding, melds, and tricks. Players use strategy, social skills, card counting and teamwork to master this game. New players are welcome. Fridays - Union Township 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Free Thursdays - Miami Township 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Free Please call, 248-4845 to sign-up. Bridge Club Bridge is a card game of chance and skill. Knowledge and experience are required for those wanting to play. Signing-up ahead of time is mandatory in order to organize tables of four. Please call 248-4345 for more information. New players are welcome! Mondays - Miami Township 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free Euchre This card game is played with a partner. Points are scored after determining a suit and trick-taking. Players use strategy, social skills, card counting and teamwork to master this game. New players are welcome. Mondays - Union Township 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Free Wednesdays - Miami Township 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free Euchre and Skip-Bo These card games are fun to play. New players are welcome! Wednesdays & Thursdays - Bethel Center 10:00 a.m. Free Page 16 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 SPECIAL PROGRAMS/EVENTS Provident Travel Kick-Off Party Clermont Senior Services & Provident Travel are excited to announce our continued Partnership in Travel. Come to the party and hear all about this “all-inclusive” Lifestyle Travel Program. Enjoy light refreshments, giveaways and prizes for everyone. We invite you to come and bring a friend, join in the fun and discover the great value of group travel. Provident is a wholly owned subsidiary of AAA Allied Group, Inc. (AAA Cincinnati). The staff has over 100 years of experience in group travel and have been successfully operating group trips around the city, country and world for over 45 years! A representative will be there to answer all your questions and the 2014 travel catalog will be available for your review. (This travel opportunity is open to all ages.) Thursday - January 29th - Miami Township 2:00 p.m. Free Please call 248-4345 for reservations. Friday - January 30th - Union Township 2:00 p.m. Free Please call 947-7333 for reservations. Brunch & Bingo Feast on a hot brunch of scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy and fruit. We’ll be playing “Stealing Bingo”, so choose one of your least favorite holiday gifts to use in this “Grinch Style” bingo. Tuesday - January 6th - Bethel Woods 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. VIP $5 Guest $8 Page 17 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. SPECIAL PROGRAMS/EVENTS AARP Tax Assistance AARP volunteers are on hand to process your 2014 tax returns. Please bring a copy of your previous year’s tax records, all applicable state and federal forms, W-2s, 1098 and non-taxable income documents. This service is not for businesses or complicated returns. Union Township Call 947-7333 for appointment. Please, no walk-ins. Fridays - Beginning February 6th - April 10th. Miami Township Call 536-4160 and leave a message starting January 15th. Someone will return your call. Thursdays - Beginning February 5th - April 9th Mardi Gras @ Bethel Woods It’s Fat Tuesday and time to party! Make and decorate your own Mardi Gras mask. Feast on Red Beans and rice, Jambalaya w/creole spices, cream puffs and Kings cake…while listening to Mardi Gras music. Learn the history and traditions of this ancient holiday dating back to 1702. Tuesday - February 17th - Bethel Woods 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. VIP $5 Guest $8 Mardi Gras @ Miami Township It’s Fat Tuesday and time to party! Games, prizes and Dixieland music! Enjoy a lunch of ham, baked Jambalaya, cornbread and King cake. After lunch, sit back and listen as Ricky Nye plays a mix of traditional styles; piano blues, boogie woogie, New Orleans jazz and songs from composers, Hoagy Carmichael and Fats Waller. Tuesday - February 17th - Miami Township 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. VIP $9 Guest $12 Page 18 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 SPECIAL PROGRAMS/EVENTS St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Celebrate St. Patrick’s day at Miami Township. If you’re Irish or a “wannabe” for the day, grab your green attire and join us for a fun event! Lunch will include Irish favorites such as stuffed cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and green Jell-O w/fruit. After lunch, Wayne, Emily and Friends are back to entertain us. Tuesday - March 17th - Miami Township 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. VIP $9 Guest $13 Brunch & Quarter Auction This is not your typical quarter auction...it has a twist. We’re going to change the rules just a bit, but everyone is sure to enjoy themselves and have a chance at winning some nice prizes. You’ll start with brunch, so you can chat and check out the prizes. Brunch will consist of breakfast casserole, biscuits, sausage gravy and fruit. Thursday - March 19th - Union Township 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. VIP $12 Guest $18 Cincinnati Reds Day Celebrate Opening Day and the boys of summer with a special ballpark luncheon. Sport your red attire as you root on the home team! Enjoy the opening day parade and game on the big screen. Go Reds! Monday - April 6th - Bethel Woods 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. VIP $3 Guest $5 Page 19 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. DAY TRIPS Boggstown Inn & Cabaret Join us on one of our most popular and entertaining trips! Boggstown Inn & Cabaret is Pure Fun! You’ll step right off your deluxe motorcoach and right into a warm and cozy dinner show room. Enjoy a great sit down luncheon followed by hilarious, professional entertainment! These terrific entertainers provide beautiful music and song and dance along with plenty of audience participation that will have you laughing until your sides hurt! Major travel reviews have called Boggstown Inn, “The best kept secret in the USA!” Friday - February 27th Pick-up Points: Union Township Miami Township All – inclusive Tour Cost: $86 Depart: 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Return: 5:15 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Horses & Horseless Carriages—Lexington, KY Head south for an interesting and fun-filled day. We’ll start at the Toyota Motors Manufacturing plant where you’ll see “horseless carriages” being assembled. You’ll have an introductory film at the visitor center, then board comfortable trams (with individual headphones) and take a narrated tour of the facilities. At the end you’ll see brand new Toyota cars roll of the assembly line. Included lunch is a sumptuous buffet at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort in Lexington, KY. This afternoon we have a heartwarming visit to Old Friend Equine Retirement Facility, a retirement home for thoroughbred race horses. Each horse has a very individual story. We’ll walk outdoors, along the pasture fence so we can see about 25 of the magnificent horses who live here. Please dress accordingly. Wednesday - March 25th Pick-up Points: Union Township Miami Township All - Inclusive Tour Cost: $77 Depart: 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Return: 5:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 20 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 DAY TRIPS The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra presents “The Music Man” At Cincinnati’s Music Hall Join us and see a performance of one of America’s most beloved musicals! We’ll start with a delicious Sunday luncheon at Buca di Beppo where you’ll enjoy a variety of tasty choices. Then we go to venerable Music Hall for a production of The Music Man with music performed by the renowned Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. This six-time, Tony Award winning musical comedy has been delighting audiences since 1957. A fancy footed musical instrument salesman greases his way into a small town and he is determined to fleece the naïve community. His plans go awry when he falls for a beautiful, sharp witted local librarian and he has a change of heart. The classic show tunes include Seventy-six Trombones, Ya Got Trouble, Till There Was You and much more! Your wonderful orchestra seats offer great views of the show! Sunday - May 3rd Pick-up Points: Union Township Miami Township All - Inclusive Tour Cost: $129 Depart: 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Return: 5:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 21 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. OVERNIGHT TRIPS Winter Escape, St. Petersburg, FL Join us on a delightful trip to the spectacular gulf coast of Florida! Temperatures average during the day in the 70’s with lots of sunshine! You’ll spend six days at a wonderful full-service resort, located on the beautiful intercostal waterway, an easy 2 1/2 block walk to the Gulf of Mexico’s sparkling white sand beaches, shops, restaurants and the trolley stop. Your resort has an atmosphere of Old Key West, wood plank paths meandering through airy, open spaces full of lush tropical foliage. You’ll have plenty of time to visit local attractions, shop, or simply relax and enjoy the resort’s facilities and the beach. What a wonderful way to beat the winter blues! Don’t miss it! Be one of the first ten rooms to book and receive a complimentary upgrade to a Studio Kitchenette room at the Holiday Inn. February 22nd - March 1st, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $1,199 - Double Occupancy $1,599 - Single Occupancy $1,099 - Triple/Quad Occupancy For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 22 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 OVERNIGHT TRIPS Celebrate Spring in the Smoky Mountains The Great Smoky Mountains are spectacular in the spring and this terrific trip shows you the best it has to offer. Spend one night in Cherokee, NC at a fine hotel located next to the exciting Harrah’s Casino. We’ll take a delightful rail journey along the colorful Western North Carolina Mountains. We travel along rushing rivers, cross over a beautiful lake on a high trestle and through lush valleys bursting in spring blossoms. Then visit the fabulous Biltmore Estate during their signature spring event - Biltmore Blooms! In Pigeon Forge enjoy a delicious country dinner and a terrific comedy show. We’ll also drive through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in search of their famous black bear! This trip is full of wonderful things to see and do. Don’t miss it! March 20th - 23rd, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $699 - Double Occupancy $899 - Single Occupancy $649 - Triple/Quad Occupancy National Cherry Blossom Celebration Join us on a very special trip to our Nation’s Capital! In 1912, an incredible gift of 3,000 cherry blossom trees was bestowed on Washington, D.C. by Tokyo Japan. These are the trees that now turn the Tidal basin into a sea of pink each spring for all to enjoy! A century later, The National Cherry Blossom Festival, a fantastic celebration, is a byproduct of that generous gift! We’ll join in the celebration with reserved seats to the spectacular National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. Your premium seats in the telecast area are right where the parade marchers stop to perform (much like Macy’s parade on T.V.)! You’ll be able to visit the Smithsonian Museums and sightsee at Washington’s most interesting attractions. Don’t miss it! April 10th - 13th, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $699 - Double Occupancy $849 - Single Occupancy $629 - Triple/Quad Occupancy For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 23 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. OVERNIGHT TRIPS Georgia’s Golden Isles Savannah, GA & Charleston, SC Come along on a spectacular spring trip! We’ll travel to the lovely coast of Georgia and the beautiful subtropical islands known as “The Golden Isles.” Overnight at the renowned Jekyll Island Club Hotel, once the playground of America’s most wealthy and prominent people. You’ll tour the island on a charming and humorous trolley tour. Then visit lovely Savannah with time to tour and dine in the Historic District. Take a horse drawn carriage tour of beautiful Charleston and it’s gardens during the very special festival of Homes and Gardens. Middleton Place is one of our nation’s oldest and best preserved plantations and landscaped gardens. This is the most beautiful item of year to visit this part of the country with all the magnificent spring flowers in full bloom! Don’t miss it! April 13th - 18th, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $1,199 - Double Occupancy $1,499 - Single Occupancy $1,099 - Triple/Quad Occupancy For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 24 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 OVERNIGHT TRIPS Lake Barkley State Park Resort—Cadiz, KY Here’s a nice spring trip that’s full of fun things to see and do, beautiful scenery and great food! Join us as we travel to western Kentucky and see the “Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.” Spend two nights in the wonderful lodge at Lake Barkley State Resort. The modern lodge offers newly renovated rooms with private balconies, a terrific indoor pool and fitness center and a lovely restaurant where you’ll have delicious country meals and outstanding views of the lake. You’ll enjoy entertainment and games at the lodge, sightseeing at Land Between the Lakes and an exciting yacht cruise on Lake Barkley and the Cumberland River. Six delicious meals are included. This comfortable and entertaining trip has everything you need for the perfect spring vacation and it’s a Great Bargain! Don’t miss it! May 4th - 6th, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $399 - Double Occupancy $429 - Single Occupancy $379 - Triple/Quad Occupancy Meet Jack Hanna at the Columbus Zoo We invite you, your family and friends to join us and meet “America’s Favorite Zoo Keeper,” Jack Hanna who is director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. At this very special event you’ll have a private Meet and Greet with Jack, enjoy his interactive presentation with the animals and have an individual photo taken with him. It’s the ultimate animal-lover experience! You’ll explore the zoo’s exciting exhibits, have a candy factory tour and visit a fascinating Amish Home. Don’t miss this terrific trip! June 19th - 20th, 2015 All - Inclusive Cost: $339 - Double Occupancy $419 - Single Occupancy $309 - Triple/Quad Occupancy For Reservations: Call Provident Travel @ 513-763-3080 or 800-989-8900 Page 25 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. CODE OF CONDUCT Participants and staff must conduct themselves in a manner that promotes and contributes to a pleasant and positive atmosphere. Everyone has the right to be treated with courtesy and respect. Appropriate language and attitude will be observed at all times. Appropriate hygiene and attire are required. Board of Health rules are observed for food safety at the centers. Participants will refrain from attending a center, if they are ill or have been exposed to a contagious illness. Participants failing to comply with these guidelines or the Customer Bill of Rights (copies are available at the registration desk) will be subject to a warning and/or suspension from center activities. Clermont Senior Services Programs and Services (513) 724-1255 Adult Day Services Adult Protective Services Caregiver Support Case Management Home Care Home Repair Housing Lifelong Learning Centers Meals-on-Wheels Transportation Volunteer Opportunities Clermont Senior Services, Inc. 2085 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive Batavia, OH 45103 Phone: 513-724-1255 Fax: 513-536-4006 www.clermontseniors.com Our mission is to improve the quality of life for older adults by providing a broad range of home and community based services, enabling them to remain as active and independent as possible. Page 26 Lifelong Learning Winter/Spring 2015 REGISTRATION Name Phone: VIP Member: Yes; No Class/Trip ___________________________Date Amt. $ Center _______________________ Class/Trip ___________________________Date Amt. $ Center_______________________ (Please fill in date. Some classes and trips are offered more than once.) I would like to join the VIP Club (55 or older)………………Amt. $ Clermont County residents; $12.00; out of county residents: $30.00 (Membership year runs Sept. 1 to Aug. 31. Dues are not prorated.) Total Amount $ PAYMENT Cash/Check payable to CSS Mastercard Visa Card Number Discover Amer. Express Exp. Date: Signature: Registration must include payment. Deadline is one week before class or one month before trip unless stated otherwise. Mail: Clermont Senior Services 4350 Aicholtz Road Cincinnati, OH 45245 Fax: 513-752-4015 Phone: 513-947-7333 If not VIP member, please fill in this box: The centers are funded by the Clermont County Senior Services Levy and the Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio. These funding sources require the following information to verify services. Street City/State Zip Date of birth: County of Residence: Last six digits of social security # Township XXX-__ __ - __ __ __ __ Email: I have received or have been offered a copy of the Notice of Privacy, required by HIPAA guidelines, and understand it gives me all information in reference to how my personal information is used by CSS. Signature Date___________________ Received by ________________________ Page 27 Clermont Senior Services, Inc. Provident Provident Travel Travel Kick-off Kick-off Parties Parties January January 29th, 29th, 22 p.m. p.m. Miami Miami Twp. Twp. January January 30th, 30th, 22 p.m. p.m. Union Union Twp. Twp. AARP AARP Tax Tax preparation preparation begins begins in in February February at Union Twp. and Miami Twp. at Union Twp. and Miami Twp. Lifelong Learning Program 4350 Aicholtz Road Cincinnati, OH 45245 513-947-7333 WWW.CLERMONTSENIORS.COM Page 28
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