Monthly News
Seniors and Law Enforcement Together will visit and observe Sweet Home Municipal Court at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 8, with Judge Larry Blake available for questions and answers afterward.
A trip bus will be available at the Senior Center and depart for Municipal Court at 9:45 a.m.
SALT’s regular meeting time has been changed. The monthly event is now held at 10 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
For more information on how to participate in S.A.L.T., stop by the front desk at the Senior Center or contact Sean Morgan, community resources officer at Sweet Home Police Department, at (541) 367-5181.
— Qi Gong: Qi Gong (tai chi) has resumed. Class is at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Qi Gong is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching.
It is low-impact and puts minimal stress on muscles and joints, making it generally safe for all ages and fitness levels. In fact, because qi gong is a low-impact exercise, it may be especially suitable if you’re an older adult who otherwise may not exercise. Come, join us!
Participation costs $3/month.
— Exercise: Everyone is welcome to join our group of seniors who meet at the center three mornings a week at 8:30 a.m. to participate in some light exercise and stretches.
Those participating look forward to that scheduled time set aside to do something good for themselves – taking care of their body, mind and soul. It’s a great time to think clearly, breathe deeply or just relax mentally. It is important to remember that exercise increases our mental acuity!
We hope to see you at the center on Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings. Participation costs $5/month.
— “Knit, Crochet, and Stitch Away!” – Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon: Bring your own handwork and join the fun! All levels of experience welcome – beginners to experts! Or come and learn a new stitch or pattern.
— Jolly Stitchers: This is an independent quilting group that meets from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays each week at the Senior Center. They are looking for new quilters.
If you have never quilted, but would like to learn, this is your opportunity. They have ‘practice’ pieces just for that purpose. This is an art that our quilters would love to share.
— Painters/Papercrafts Group: Our friendly group of artists meets each Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. They get together to share their latest creations and ideas.
If painting is your interest, bring your own supplies and join in.
If your interest is card making or other papercraft, bring your projects, materials and tools and work on them while you enjoy the company of other crafters.
Participation costs $1 each Wednesday.
— Pony Tail Canasta: Come join this group for a couple hours of fun on Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 to 4 p.m.
Pony Tail is a form of canasta, very easy to learn, and you’ll be hooked!
— Bridge: If you are interested in learning how to play bridge and would like to spend Monday afternoons with a great group of people, sharing great treats, come by the front desk for information on who to contact, or call the Senior Center’s office.
Participation cost is $1 each Monday.