Classes & Activities

Charles Place

Members Only Art

All supplies provided. Facilitated by Staff.

Afternoon Art

Mondays, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Watercolor Wednesdays

Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Watercolor Mastery Workshop

Wednesdays, April 24, May 29 & June 26, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Specialty Art

April Showers

Tuesday, April 23, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Abstract Starburst

Tuesday, April 30, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Dragonflies in the Morning

Tuesday, May 14, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Wonderland

Tuesday, May 21, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Stained Glass Rose

Tuesday, May 28, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Red Truck Workshop

Tuesdays, June 4 - 11, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Easy Livin' Workshop

Tuesdays, June 18 -25, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m

Sexton Hall

Members Only Art

All supplies provided. Facilitated by Staff.

Crafty Creations

Mondays, May 13 & June 10, 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Tuesdays, April 23, May 21 & June 18, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Wrap- up Workdays

Tuesdays, April 30, May 14 & 28 and June 11 & 25.

2 - 3:30 p.m

Specialty Art

Embroidery Workshop

Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 28-June 6, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Paint & Sip: Whimsical Sea Turtle

Friday, May 10, 1 - 3 p.m.

or

Tuesday , May 14, 5 - 7 p.m.

Paint & Sip: Summer Fireflies

Tuesday, June 4, 5 - 7 p.m.

Beginner Acrylic Painting

Wednesdays, May 15-29 , 1 - 3 p.m.

or

Wednesdays, June 12 - 26 , 1 - 3 p.m.

Intermediate Acrylic Painting: Edible Gardens

Thursdays, May 16 - June 27, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

or

Fridays, May 17 - June 28, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Clay & Glaze Basics

Monday, April 29, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, May 22 or June 19, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Bisqueware Projects:Flowers

Wednesday, May 8, 1 - 3 p.m.

Bisqueware Projects: Mystery Bisque

Wednesday, June 5, 1 - 3 p.m.

Clay & Glaze Intermediate/Skilled

Mondays, May 6 - June 17, Noon - 3 p.m.

Clay & Glaze Intermediate/Skilled

Tuesdays, May 7 - 28, 9 a.m. - noon

or

Tuesdays, June 4 - 25, 9 a.m. - noon

Art Program

Matters of the Mind

No charge. Registration in Advance Required

Just like physical health, your mental health is important too.

Coping with Anxiety

Tuesday, April 23, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Held at both Sexton Hall & Online.

Learn what anxiety is and strategies on what to do when it interferes with your daily life. Speaker will also discuss how to help someone through anxiety and coping with anxiety as a caregiver.

Presented by Trinity Graves, Behavioral Health Counselor, Avita Community Partners.

Mental Health Awareness: Self Care

Held at both Charles Place & Sexton Hall

Charles Place

Monday, May 13, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

or

Tuesday, May 14, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Sexton Hall

Thursday, May 16, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.

Discover ways to engage in activities that promote well-being and reduce stress. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, get tips to make sure you maintain a healthy relationship with yourself and loved ones.

Presented by Cristy Russell, Staff.

10 Warning Signs of Dementia

Friday, May 24, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Held at Charles Place.

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior changes that interfere with daily living. Learn about common warning signs of Alzheimer's and what symptoms to look for in yourself and others, as well as tips to approach someone who is experiencing changes in their memory, the benefit of early detection and diagnosis and more.

Presented by The Alzheimer's Association.

Planning for Dementia Care Panel

Tuesday, June 4, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

Held at Sexton Hall.

Join this panel discussion to learn all about the organizations that can help you and your loved one with Alzheimer’s’. Discover information about what to expect, home care, living options, hospice and legal matters. Panel includes: Alzheimer's Association, Oasis Senior Advisors, Nurse Toni Rotalsky and Attorney Stephen R. Lewis.

Caregiver Support

No charge. Registration in Advance Required.

These programs offer education and emotional support for individuals caring for a loved one. Whether it’s Alzheimer’s or aging-related challenges, these classes give you the resources to cope and provide care.

Forgetful, Not Forgotten

Wednesday, May 8, 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Held at Sexton Hall

Assistive Technology includes various devices, equipment and systems that help people with disabilities live independently and perform daily tasks more effectively. Learn about products that may help you in your caregiving journey. Presented by Emily Major, Assistive Technology
Coordinator, Legacy Link.

Caring for a Family Member with Parkinson's

Tuesday, June 11, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Held at both Sexton Hall & Online

Created in conjunction with leading experts from the Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence Network, this presentation will share strategies to care for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
Presented by Senior Helpers of Northeast Atlanta.

Caregiving and Healthcare-

Learn to Effectively Talk to Doctors

Tuesday, June 4, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

Held at Sexton Hall

Created in conjunction with leading experts from the Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence Network, this presentation will share strategies to care for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
Presented by Senior Helpers of Northeast Atlanta.

Community Collaboration Presentations

Government partners provide updates and news about topics relevant to older adults.

Charles Place

Chat with the Director

Wednesday, May 22

or

Thursday, May 23

9 - 9:30 .m.

Sexton Hall

Coffee with a Cop

Tuesday, May 7 & June 4,

10:15 - 11 a.m.

Hear the Latest-

Meet the County Manager

Tuesday, May 14,

10:15 11 a.m.

Chat with the Director

Tuesday, June 12,

2 - 2:45 p.m.

What is Senior Services?

Tuesday May 14

4:45 -5:15 p.m.

or

6:15 - 7 p.m.

Online Programs

Coffee with a Cop

Tuesday, May 7 & June 4,

10:15 - 11 a.m.

What is Senior Services?

Tuesday May 14

4:45 -5:15 p.m.

Lifelong Learning

Charles Place

Lifelong Learning Presentations

Registration in advance required. Offered at no charge.

Health & Wellness

Foot Health

Monday, April 22

or

Tuesday, April 23

10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Let's Talk Arthritis

Monday, May 6

or

Tuesday, May 7

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

A Matter of Balance

Thursday, May 9 - June 27

1 - 3 p.m.

Men's Health:

Understanding Prostate Cancer Risks

Monday, June 3

or

Tuesday, June 4

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Education & Entertainment

Older Americans Month:

Powered By Connection

Monday, May 20

or

Tuesday, May 21

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Safeguard Your Retirement

Funds and Make them Last

Monday, June 10

or

Tuesday, June 11

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Technology

Staying Safe Online

Friday, May 17, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Shopping On Amazon

Friday, May 31, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Messaging Apps

Friday, June 14, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Introduction to A.I.

Friday, June 28, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Charles Place Social Clubs and Card Groups for Members

Mah Jongg & Mexian Train

Mondays, noon - 4 p.m.

Canasta & RummiKub

Tuesdays, noon - 4 p.m.

Advanced Bridge & Mexican Train

Wednesdays, noon - 4 p.m.

Biscuit Boyz

Thursdays, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Bridge & RummiKub

Thursdays, noon 4 - p.m.

A New Chapter - Book Club

Thursdays, April 24, May 16 & June 20, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Needle Craft Club

Thursdays, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Java Gents

Fridays, 8:30 - 10 a.m.

Open Games & Mexican Train

Fridays, noon - 4 p.m.

Reel Film Fans - Movie Club

Fridays, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Sexton Hall

Lifelong Learning Presentations

Registration in advance required. Offered at no charge.

Health & Wellness

Foot Health

Tuesday, April 30, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Let's Talk Arthritis

Tuesday, May 14, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.

Prime Time Health

Thursday, May 16, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Brain Training 101 - Understanding the Power of Neuroplasticity

Tuesday, June 11, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

Living Well One Foot at a Time

Tuesday, June 18, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Brain Health & Aging

Tuesday, June 18, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

Men's Health:

Understanding Prostate Cancer Risks

Thursday, June 20, 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.

Education & Entertainment

Aging Mastery

Tuesdays, May 7 - June 18, 6 -7:30 p.m.

Estate Planning

Tuesday, May 21, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

Safeguard Your Retirement

Funds and Make them Last

Tuesday, May 28, 6:15 - 7 p.m.

or

Tuesday, June 18, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

History & Culture

Introduction to the Dulcimer

Wednesdays, May 15 - June 19, 10:30 a.m. - noon

Garden & Nature

Live Well Garden Presentations

10 - 11:30 a.m.

May 6: Off-site Trip

June 3: Summer Gardening

Lunch and Learn Converstations:

the Garden, More than Just Digging

12:30 - 2 p.m.

May 29: Pollinators for Every Flower

June 3: Scouting for Pests in the Garden: Signs and Symptoms

Garden Tea & Treats

Tuesday, June 4, 1 - 3 p.m

Technology

Beyond the Basics/App Based

Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 19 - May 30, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Ridesharing

Wednesday, April 24, 2 - 3:15 p.m.

Staying Safe Online

Tuesday, May 14, 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

or

Thursday, June 13, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Shopping on Amazon

Tuesday, May 21, 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

or

Thursday, June 27, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Messaging Apps

Tuesday, June 4, 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

or

Tuesday, June 11, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Introduction to A.I.

Tuesday, June 18, 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

or

Tuesday, June 25, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Sexton Hall Social Clubs and Card Groups for Members

Bagel Boyz

Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Social Bridge

Mondays, noon - 4 p.m.

Golden Gals

Mondays, 1:15- 2:15 p.m.

Mah Jongg

Tuesdays, noon - 4 p.m.

Walkie Talkies

Tuesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Pinochle

Wednesdays, noon - 4 p.m.

Book Club: To Thine Own Shelf Be True

Wednesdays, May 15 & June 19, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Common Grounds Social Group

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon

Canasta

Thursdays, noon - 4 p.m.

Members Only Games

Fridays, noon - 4 p.m.