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ENRICHMENT
July 2022
T H E I N S I D E R ’ S G U I D E T O FAY E T T E S E N I O R S E R V I C E S ’ L I F E E N R I C H M E N T C E N T E R
FAYETTEVILLE | PEACHTREE CIT Y
Game On
Fayette Senior Services’ champion has a nice ring to it.
Go for the gold at our summer olympic games.
Stay Brewtiful
Head on over to the Line Creek Bus Barn for a private
tasting and educational session with their brew crew.
Nuts About Dessert
Dive into your favorite FSS dessert from home now with
this Peanut Butter Pie recipe, straight from the cafe!
Live Well. Age Well.
THURSDAY
AUGUST 25 5
I S L A N D F E V E R L UAU
203 McINTOSH TRAIL | PEACHTREE CITY
Tickets only $15!
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July
featured
The Sweet Pickle 10
Meet volunteer Paul West who values being
a part of the community and those around him.
You Butter Believe It 11
Candice is finally sharing her popular,
mouth-watering Peanut Butter Pie recipe!
Going for Gold 15
Our very own Miriam Jones has put together
a series of fun challenges to compete for the gold.
Working On Your Six Pack 15
Finally, a six pack we can all get on board with!
Enjoy an afternoon at the brewery for a beer tasting.
in every issue
2022 HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
About FSS 4
Independence Day........................July 4, 2022
Labor Day.............................September 5, 2022
Supportive Services 5
Thanksgiving.......................November 24, 2022 Meet Our Staff 6
Thanksgiving.......................November 25, 2022
Christmas............................December 26, 2022 Membership & Center Info 6-7
Holidays ....................... ...December 27, 2022
Holidays ....................... ...December 28, 2022
Coming Soon 8
Holidays ....................... ...December 29, 2022 Free Stuff - Every Day! 12-13
New Years...........................December 30, 2022
Special Events 15
Classes & Programs 18-29
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Members can enjoy Fayette Senior
Services Life Enrichment Center
activities in two great locations.
Membership includes both of our
locations and we encourage
ABOUT US
everyone to take advantage of all
Since 1978, Fayette Senior Services, Inc., (FSS) an independent, we have to offer at each place!
nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, has been providing a wide array of life
enriching services to Fayette County residents age 50 and better. Fayette Fayetteville Location:
County, Georgia, is home to one of the fastest growing senior populations 4 Center Drive
in metro Atlanta – and the age 50+ population segment is projected to grow Fayetteville, GA 30214
an astonishing 450% by 2040. This statistic alone makes our mission — to Phone: 770-461-0813
make a meaningful difference in the emotional, social, and physical well- Fax: 770-461-2448
being of older adults — all the more critical. By fostering independence, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
improving quality of life, and enhancing the community connection, the (Same complex as the Fayette
programs and services we provide are an essential part of our community. County Justice Center)
Not-for-profit FSS enjoys a unique public/private partnership with Peachtree City Location
Fayette County government. Through this agreement we provide a variety The Gathering Place:
of supportive services such as Meals On Wheels, Transportation, In-home 203 McIntosh Trail
Personal Care/ Homemaker Services, Care Management, Information Peachtree City, GA 30269
Assistance, and more. We could not do that without our government Phone: 770-461-0813
partners; however, we believe it is our responsibility to complement the M-F 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
public support to ensure we can continue serving Fayette’s seniors for W 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
generations to come. Therefore, we feel it’s important to note that less (Same complex as the
than half of our revenue comes from sources other than federal, state, Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater)
and local governments.
Website:
Fayette Senior Services is recognized as a model of sustainability and
www.fayss.org
social entrepreneurship among peer organizations and non-government
funders. Although we are proud of this recognition, we could not do all
that we do without the support from charitable donors, center members, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
volunteers, grantees, and the community that so generously supports our CHAIRMAN | Dan Vano
fundraising efforts.
VICE CHAIRMAN | Stephen Childs
The aging transition can be paved with a broad spectrum of challenges.
However, it can also prove to be rich with opportunities. The key to “aging TREASURER | Kim Schnoes
well” is knowledge. When it comes to addressing those unique needs,
Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center is the one-stop shop for SECRETARY | Martha Teal
empowering older adults to live well and age well.
DIRECTOR | Emily Poole
Our Life Enrichment Centers in Fayetteville and Peachtree City are DIRECTOR | Rev. B.A. Jackson
uniquely different from traditional senior centers. Our beautiful facilities
are a vibrant place where adults age 50+ come to socialize with friends, DIRECTOR | Bob Reeves
enjoy a great meal in our Ultimate Café, re-energize their bodies, exercise
their minds, and lift their spirits. DIRECTOR | Carol Davis
DIRECTOR | Sharon Brooks
To make sure our programs and activities are within easy reach to more
seniors, we are proud to have established a community partnership with DIRECTOR | Donnie Davis
the city of Peachtree City. We also offer many programs and activities in
Peachtree City at the Gathering Place (next to “The Fred” Amphitheater) DIRECTOR | Paige Muh
DIRECTOR | Bubba Ruppe
We are proud to be making life better in our community.
The Fayette Senior Services Staff
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When You Need a Little Help From Some Friends...
We offer supportive services that make a meaningful
difference in the emotional, social, and physical well-
being of older adults by preserving their independence,
improving their quality of life, and connecting them to
the community.
Meals On Wheels
Meals on Wheels is a needs-based
program for homebound or semi-homebound
seniors who are unable to provide and affordable door-to-door transportation
themselves with regular nutritious meals options. Wheelchair assistance available.
due to physical or financial challenges. The
service also connects homebound seniors to In-Home Personal Care/Homemaker
the community through daily social contact, Services
which also helps to ensure their well-being. This service enables older adults to
remain living independently by providing
AniMeals compassionate care from trained personnel
To many homebound seniors, having a pet who perform simple homemaker and/
is a source of companionship and comfort. or personal care tasks, such as light
The AniMeals™ program is designed to give housekeeping or assistance with bathing.
our Meals On Wheels clients a little help Delivered with the utmost personal respect
with the cost of pet food to make sure that and dignity, our services can also bring
maintaining that important bond isn’t an much needed respite to caregivers.
added burden.
Care Management
STAR Program Our professional staff of social workers
(Seniors Together After Retirement) helps older adults make informed decisions
Our STAR program offers individuals 60 to enhance independent living and quality of
and older an opportunity to come together life. Our Care Managers offer consultations,
for socialization, recreational activities, assessments, and follow-up to assist
health and wellness classes, and a nutritious individuals and families in planning and
meal in our Ultimate Cafe. Transportation to care. We also provide invaluable support to
and from the Center may also be available caregivers.
to eligible participants.
Medical Equipment Lending
Transportation We lend gently-used medical equipment
For older adults who no longer drive, to individuals, families and caregivers.
getting to essential medical appointments, Equipment is loaned on a first-come first
to the pharmacy, to church or to the grocery served basis.
store can be a challenge putting their health
a n d w e l l - b e i n g a t r i s k . We p r o v i d e s a f e
Eligibility requirements apply for some programs. Some services may be provided free of charge or based on a
sliding scale of income. Tax deductible donations welcome for services. Contact us at 770-461-0813 for more information.
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Meet Our Staff!
ADMINISTRATION CARE
Nancy Meaders MANAGEMENT
President & CEO Natalie Hynson
Membership
Care Manager Our nominal annual membership
Dan Gibbs
Director of Operations Iris Harris fee helps Fayette Senior Services
Care Manager (FSS), a non-profit 501(c)(3)
Morgan Lanier organization, sustain its operations,
Program Development Angie Hotard
Coordinator programs and services in order for
Care Administrator
us to maintain our beautiful facilities
Carrie Bittinger TRANSPORTATION and continue to offer great programs
Center & Volunteer
Coordinator Jeff Wix and café services at a great value to
Transportation Manager our members. For more information
Deana Wright about FSS, please contact the
PTC Center Coordinator Adrianne Bellantoni center administrator.
Transportation Coordinator
Marilyn Walker
Member Services PTC Roger Grandt Membership Dues: $30 for Fayette
Driver County residents ($90/out-of-
Casey Williamson
Member Services Jane Rode county*). Membership applications
Driver must be made in person and are
Paul Hives available at the reception desk
Technology Development Jan Perkins in both FSS locations. We regret
Driver
Lynne Leatherman that we cannot accept mail-in
Finance Officer Dennis Duke applications. Photo ID/Proof of
Driver residency required.
THE ULTIMATE Harold Gunnin Jr.
CAFÉ Driver Volunteers are eligible for a FREE
membership after 75 hours of
Bonnie Kanofsky Cheryl Hembree
Driver service per 12 months. Fayette
Executive Chef Senior Services accepts VISA,
Pedro Cruz Terry Billingsley MASTERCARD and DISCOVER
Sous Chef Driver
cards.
Candice Bailey Chris Parker
Kitchen Manager Driver *No one is excluded for inability to
pay. Complimentary memberships
LaVarr Woods Paula Byram
Driver can be arranged with a care
Café Assistant
manager. Please call Iris Harris
Hunter Bailey Sabrina Bazydlo Care Manager, 770-461-0813 ext.
Café Assistant Driver 116 for information or arrange for a
Laurie Brasher confidential meeting.
Driver
MEALS ON WHEELS As we create more opportunities to
Bob Corleto enrich the lives of older adults in the
Carrie Bittinger Driver
Meals On Wheels community, your rewards of being
Coordinator John Flebinger a Fayette Senior Services Member
Driver grow as we do. Your membership will
Arnold Powell
Meals On Wheels Wesley Richardson be honored at both our Fayetteville
Ambassador Driver and Peachtree City locations.
Advertising Information. We appreciate the support from our advertisers, which helps defray the cost of printing our newsletter. For information about FSS
advertising and other sponsorship opportunities, please contact Morgan Lanier at 770-461-0813 or mlanier@fayss.org. *The appearance of advertising
in Fayette Senior Services, Inc. newsletter, website, classes, programs, or other promotional materials is neither a guarantee nor an endorsement by
Fayette Senior Services, Inc. of the product, service, or company or the claims made for the product in such advertising.
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Membership Has The Fitness
Its Rewards Center
Just show your FSS membership card at - Fayetteville -
these retailers and receive discounts: Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The fitness center is open to members for
BLB Handyman Services only $10 per month. Our fitness center is
Ben Bosworth a great place to get fit, enjoy friends &
(678) 777-0871
maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Receive a 10% discount off services with a valid FSS
membership card. Ben is a local fireman and the
owner and operator of BLB Handyman Services, LLC. The Ultimate
Café
Serving Fayette and Coweta county.
TRINITY Services of
Georgia, Inc - Fayetteville -
Electrical contractor/Low-Voltage Contractor Our dining services are for members only.
Ben Miller It’s one of the many benefits of member-
(770) 402-0181 ship! Members may bring guests to the
Helping to meet your residential, industrial and café, but we ask that all guests sign in at
commercial electrical needs. 10% off all parts involved the front desk before dining.
with service work with valid FSS membership card.
Breakfast
Tom’s Pest Control Co. Monday through Friday
(770) 487-9506 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Hot breakfast item served every day
Receive 10% off all services from Tom’s Pest Control Enjoy a choice of continental breakfast
Co. with a valid membership card. items
(cereal, muffins, bagels, fruit, juice, milk).
TCBY Pricing is á la carte, plus tax.
532 Crosstown Drive in Peachtree City. Coffee and tea are complimentary.
(770) 631-9803
10% off your purchases when you show a valid FSS Lunch
membership card. Monday through Friday
11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Jolly Technologies Choose from two chef-prepared hot entrees,
(678) 653-5169 side dishes, soup du jour, small garden-fresh
salad, choice of desserts or fruit. Pricing is
Receive $10 discount/hour (total: $65/hour) off á la carte, plus tax. Beverages are included
services for computer maintenance when you show a with any meal purchase
valid FSS membership card. (iced tea, coffee, and water).
Visiting Guests
We welcome visitors to our center, but ask all guests check in at the reception desk. This allows
us to give our guests a tour, answer questions, and track the number of visitors to our center.
Group Reservations: We welcome groups to visit our Center for a tour and lunch, but to better
serve you, please call 770-461-0813 in advance to set up with our staff! Guest is not a substitute
for membership! If a member-eligible guest has more than two visits to our center, we ask they
become a member to continue enjoying the center.
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Coming Soon... Miriam’s Fitness Corner
August 2022 Happy ‘Independent’s Day’
Island Fever Luau There is little greater than the joy of self independence.
Peachtree City | Thursday, August 25 Living on our own terms and not having to depend on
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | $15 anyone is underrated. Being on your own feels amazing.
Shake off your grass skirts, dust off your ukuleles, Once you have experienced independence, it can be
and turn up those island records for a wonderful very hard to give it up. Yet, unfortunately as we age
evening, aloha style in Hawaii. This event is circumstances sometimes dictate otherwise. Thankfully,
sponsored by Aberdeen Fine Properties. there are things we can do to prolong independence.
The first recommendation is to stay on top of all doctor
appointments. Early detection of illness is key. Those
September 2022 routine checkups can literally be life saving. Second, make
Low Country Boil sure your home is aging friendly. For example, the frequent
Fayetteville | Friday, September 23 use of stairs becomes cumbersome as we age. Lower
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | $20 maintenance and smaller square footage homes become
Fill your plates, bring out your Cajun side, and get more desirable because they are easier to navigate and
those crab claws crackin’! It’s time to have a ragin’ require less upkeep. Third, keep that social life going.
Cajun good time at our Low Country Boil! Event Continue to get out and mingle. Just because you’re aging
sponsored by Heritage Bank. doesn’t mean you’re old. Old is a state of mind and we’re
as young as we feel - mentally and physically. Which brings
October 2022 me to our fourth and final tip - exercise regularly. Keeping
Oktoberfest our bodies physically strong wards off so many illnesses
Fayetteville | Thursday, October 27 and increases stamina. It’s hard to be social when your
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | $15 body is always tired, slow or aching. Therefore, regularly
Guten Tag y’all! It’s Oktoberfest in the South. Enjoy scheduled physical activity is a must. It will keep you ahead
an evening of music and Polka and fill your bellies of the game. “A body in motion stays in motion. A body at
full of authentic German cuisine. Event sponsored rest stays at rest.” You’ve seen the commercial. And I’m
by State Farm – Agent Mark Gray and Heritage here to remind you that we all want and need the body
Bank. that’s in motion. That’s the body that’s going to allow us to
live out the rest of our days on our own terms - happy and
*All events are subject to change in date/time independent. Cheers to independence!
Stay tuned for more details!
Need Directions?
How to get from FSS Fayetteville to FSS Peachtree City.
1. Head west on Center
Drive towards GA-85/
Glynn Street S.
3. Continue Straight onto
Melear Way.
3. Turn Right onto GA-85/
Glynn Street S.
4. Turn left onto GA-54
S/E Lanier Ave.
5. Turn left onto S.
Peachtree Parkway
6. Turn right onto
McIntosh Trail
Destination will be on the left
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Fayette Senior Services
Have you ever wanted to volunteer? We are
looking for new people to join our volunteer
team! There are so many areas to volunteer in
that there is something for everyone! Contact
Volunteer Coordinator, Carrie Bittinger at
cbittinger@fayss.org or 770-461-0813 to learn
how you can get involved in our FSS
volunteer family!
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 9Dear Volunteer, You Make a Difference!
Pickles, 13732, Reporting For Duty Written By: Carrie Bittinger
Services delivering linens to hospitals in Georgia
and Alabama, and was in Respiratory Therapy,
delivering oxygen, nebulizers, hospital beds, and
various other home medical equipment. Pickles has
two children from his previous marriage to fellow
FSS volunteer Coni Gilmer, and they still remain
great friends to this day. Their daughter Julie lives
in Fayetteville and works for the City of Atlanta,
and their son Chris lives in Kansas and works for
General Electric Jet Engines in quality control. He
has 3 grandsons; Chris has 2 boys and Julie has 1;
and he shines when he speaks of them!
Many may be wondering how he got the
nickname Pickles. According to him, “it is a lame
story.” After the show Chips went off the air in
1983, you may recall that Erik Estrada starred in a
commercial where he was riding a motorcycle with
You know you must be doing something a monkey named “Mr. Pickles” on the back. That
right when a potential volunteer comes to us saying commercial started as a joke with his friend and
they spoke to someone who told them “you have they started calling him Pickles, and it stuck. He
to volunteer at Fayette Senior Services!” That is wishes there was a better story, so maybe we’ll tell
exactly how Paul “Pickles” West came to be a people he won a pickle eating contest or that he has
volunteer with us at FSS! Fellow volunteer Joe an award winning pickle recipe to give the nickname
Fumei was sitting at a restaurant with Pickles when a little more excitement! But either way, what’s the
he told him about his experience with FSS. It wasn’t saying? As the story goes…
long before Joe got Pickles to fill out an application.
In no time, Pickles became a core part of our Pickles has always had a love for cooking.
kitchen team and it hasn’t been the same since! It was something that came naturally to him and
he always enjoyed doing. He opened a barbeque
Pickles grew up in Northville, Michigan. restaurant for a couple of years in 2015 with a friend
His dad worked for Ford Motor Company in Public of his. After the restaurant closed and Pickles was
Relations and his mom was a housewife who bored with retirement, he started cooking at Old
gave her time volunteering for the Red Cross and Courthouse Tavern, and that connection is what
Salvation Army. Perhaps this is where he developed brought him to FSS. One of our volunteers, Joe,
a desire to volunteer in his community. Pickles has whom Pickles met through the Tavern, told him that
a half-brother who is twelve years older than him. volunteering here was so much fun. Pickles decided
Growing up, Pickles said they “did things that kids to give it a try and started volunteering in June
don’t do today.” They were always outside playing of 2021. He knew Bonnie, so he felt confident he
in the creek and being competitive in all kinds of would love working in the café with her. He reached
sports such as football and basketball. He went out to see how he could help out at FSS and the
to Northville High School for two years and then rest is history. The best part of volunteering for
graduated from Western Military Academy in Alton, Pickles is working with the people in the café and
Illinois. While in school, he worked at a golf course, assisting with general food prep. He says that he
cutting the greens and manicuring the fairways. volunteers so he can focus on something besides
himself, and not just be sitting around his home. If
In 1988, Pickles met his wife, Betty at you are considering volunteering, Pickles would tell
Malone’s Restaurant. Betty was one of his friend’s you to “enjoy what you are doing and appreciate
sisters, making the connection simple! They got the people you’re volunteering with.” Here we are a
married in 1990. Pickles has had many careers year later, with such a dedicated volunteer who has
throughout his life, each one playing a role in greatly enhanced our café team!
who he is today. He worked on the assembly line
for Ford Motor Company, for the National Linen
10 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGFrom Our Kitchen To Yours
Candice’s Famous Peanut Butter Pie
Enjoy this delicious recipe to try at home from the kitchen of the Fayette Senior Services’ family!
You guys asked, and we delivered! Enjoy one
of the most requested menu items/recipes in
the cafe, made by our amazing kitchen team
member, Candice Bailey!
Ingredients
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 8 oz cool whip
• Pre-made pie shell (or home make one!)
Directions
• Combine the peanut butter and powdered
sugar and mix well
• Add in the cream cheese and mix until
smooth
• Fold in the cool whip until mixed well
• Pour into a pie shell and make it level
• Chill for at least 1 hour
• If you’d like to add some flare to it, drizzle
with chocolate syrup, crumble cookies or
crushed peanut butter cups, or put a
dollop of cool whip on top
Photo by Little Sunny Kitchen
Enjoy
Join us in the Ultimate Cafe in
Fayetteville!
Breakfast:
Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Hot breakfast item served each day
(a la carte pricing plus tax)
Lunch:
Monday through Friday
11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
(a la carte pricing plus tax)
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 11MEMBERS CAN ENJOY FREE ACTIVITIES EVERY DAY.
As a member, there are many membership benefits available to you, including a variety of FREE
activities…every day! Not big on classes or group activities? No problem! Many members enjoy the use
of both Fayetteville and Peachtree City locations to relax, read a book, meet friends, or just grab a cup
of coffee. In addition, we always have a schedule of free programs on the calendar (see our monthly
events section). It pays to be a member!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO FITNESS STUDENTS
Some fitness classes are free to center members while some have a fee. We also have a fitness center
housing many workout machines and equipment, however, an orientation must be done prior to start-
ing. *Please check with your doctor before starting any new fitness program. “We Card!” Please help us
preserve your member benefits…be prepared to show your member ID card when asked. Thank you.
Free in Fayetteville
Mondays Tuesday Bridge Club:
1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Bunco:
1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sit and Get Fit: Phase 10:
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays
Zoom Sit and Get Fit:
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. Wednesdays Sit and Get Fit:
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
Canasta:
Sit and Get Fit: Zoom Sit and Get Fit:
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. 10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
Regular and Hand & Foot
Zoom Sit and Get Fit: Pinochle:
Advanced Bridge:
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2nd Monday of month
Pinochle: Canasta:
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 8:30 a.m. to to 12 p.m.
Mexican Train
Canasta: Mexican Train
Dominoes:
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dominoes:
12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Blood Pressure Check: 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Sit and Stitch:
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Scrabble:
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Rummikub: 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday Bridge:
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Bid Whist:
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Modern Mahjong: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Chess Club:
1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Bid Whist:
Calling all
1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays pool sharks!
Tuesdays Uno:
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Practice your skills
and have fun playing
billiards or take some
Blood Pressure Check:
Uno: free lessons on Mondays,
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sit and Stitch: from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Scrabble: Men & women welcome!
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
12 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGFree in Peachtree City
The Gathering Place location in Peachtree City has a room located in the building right next door
to it. Some classes are held in that room throughout the week. Please call 770-461-0813 to check or
stop by the front desk and we will point you in the right direction.
Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays
Morning Stretch: Morning Stretch: Intermediate Social
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Bridge Free Play:
Blood Pressure Checks: Marathon Bridge: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 2nd Wednesday of month
Intermediate Social 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bridge Free Play:
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Social Duplicate Bridge:
1st, 3rd, and 4th Wednesday
Fridays
Canasta: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Morning Stretch:
12 p.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Mahjong:
12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Canasta:
Tuesdays 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Game Day:
Happy 2Soms: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
3rd Tuesday of month
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Turn the
This group meets monthly Pages!
to play bingo. Check out the collection of
books and magazines of all
genres that we have
available for pick up at both
our Peachtree City and
Fayetteville locations! Have
some you aren’t using?
We are currently accepting
book donations.
Members enjoying lunch together during What’s For Lunch? 11 Alive News Anchor Cheryl Preheim speaking at FSS
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 13Rules, Regulations & Cancellation Policies
Register early! Many of our classes are extremely popular and fill up quickly! All classes have a
class-size limit that varies with each class. All classes – free or fee-based – require registration
unless otherwise noted. Any applicable fees must be paid at the time of registration, or you
are not considered registered for the class.
REGISTRATION: Please stop by the Fayetteville or Peachtree City location or call the Center
receptionist to register for classes. All fees are payable in advance – cash, check, or credit
card.
CANCELLATIONS: Fayette Senior Services reserves the right to cancel any class due to
insufficient registration or at the instructor’s request. If cancellation is necessary, anyone
already registered will be notified and receive a full credit to their account. Please note that
some classes have specific registration deadlines.
WAITING LIST: All classes, activities, trips, and special events are offered on a first-come,
first-served basis. If a class or activity is full, you may be placed on a waiting list.
REFUNDS: Refunds will be issued if registration is cancelled by the participant up to 5 working
days prior to the start date. Any event costs incurred will be deducted from the requested
refund in addition to a 10% administration fee. No refunds awarded after that deadline.
Refunds will be issued in the form of an FSS credit towards future program registration or
membership dues.
CLASSROOM PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS: Participants must be mobile as well
as physically, mentally, and medically able to participate without disruption in any class or
activity. Fayette Senior Services reserves the right to evaluate participants to determine an
individual’s participation ability. Some classes require a medical release and/or a fitness
readiness questionnaire.
Celebrating Ms. Eliza’s 103rd...yes you read that right...birthday! Pasta making class in Peachtree City!
14 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGSpecial Events
Photo by bayasaa via Flickr Photo by Jodi Mullen via Flickr
Let Freedom Let the Games Meet Me At the
Sing Begin Bus Barn
PEACHTREE CITY FAYETTEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE
Friday, July 15 Wednesday, July 20 Thursday, July 21
1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
FREE FREE $10
Members and non-members Member exclusive Members exclusive
Pre-registration required Pre-registration required Pre-registration required
Sit back and enjoy a mini Get ready, get set, GO! Ride on over and meet us
concert by the talented It’s time for our very own at The Bus Barn! Join us
Nancy Davis. Nancy will Fayette Senior Services at the Fayetteville Line
perform a beautiful concert Olympic games. Bring out Creek Brewing – 300 City
using a collection of some your competitive side or Center Parkway – for a
of her favorite songs with just join in for some fun refreshing afternoon! Pull
patriotic tunes sprinkled and laughter as we take up a chair and relax for
in. A treat for the ears for you through a series of a tasting of some of Line
an afternoon of music you simple challenges to find Creek’s most popular beers
won’t want to miss out on! the champion of FSS. Take on tap. As they go through
part in some fun games, the tastings, they’ll share
a few obstacles, some details about each type of
fitness challenges, and beer from how it’s made,
rack up your score. Our what makes it unique, food
very own Miriam Jones will pairing suggestions, in
be leading us through the addition to other interesting
Olympic games. It’s time to information. Price includes
bring home the gold medal! at least 6 small beer
tastings. Cheers! We’ll see
you there.
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Volunteer Open House pg. 22
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Get To Kno
CLOSED A Pain in the Nerve pg. 27 Senior Servi
Grandkid Movie Day: Legal Consult
Independance Day
Encanto pg. 22 Eyeglass
Massage pg. 27 and Adjustme
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Outwit Your Smart Phone pg. 23
A Painting of Georgia pg. 23 Quilting
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Living in the Low Country pg. 23
In Good Health pg. 28 Set In Your W
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18 19 Christmas
Quilting Sew
Consultations pg. 24 Toss It Up pg. 28
Computer Assis
The Medicine of
the Mind pg. 28 Painting Workshop pg. 18 Let the Games
The Making of a Mill pg. 24
A Taste of Sum
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Maintenan
The Art of Cajun
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Coasters pg. 18
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The Stunt Double pg. 23
vices pg. 22
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tations pg. 22 Breathe It Out pg. 27 The Highs and Lows
of Cholesterol pg. 27
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Dementia Caregiver Open Line Dance pg. 19
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Support Group pg. 24
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770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 17July Program Schedule
Instructor: Darlene Hubble for a sample picture. This
Needlework Take time to finish up projects.
month, travel under the sea
and paint a turtle using bright
This class is not instruction Caribbean colors or subdued
Crochet: Mini Yip based, just free time to work realistic colors.
on a personal project with
FAYETTEVILLE others. Must provide your Brusho Powdered
Monday, July 11 own sewing machine. Watercolor
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
$5 | Materials not included Christmas In July: PEACHTREE CITY
Pre-registration required Quilting Sew Day Friday, July 15
Instructor: Nancy Crow Instructor: Darlene Hubble 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$30 | Includes materials
Make this cute little critter. It FAYETTEVILLE Pre-registration required
can be used as a gift holder! Wednesday, July 6 Instructor: Karen DeFelix
Materials needed: Small 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
amount of yarn and size E or F $25 | Materials not included This unique spin to watercolor
crochet hook; other materials Pre-registration required painting is called Brusho; a
provided. Contact Nancy at powdered watercolor using
icrochet2@bellsouth.net with FAYETTEVILLE shadow pictures and Brusho
questions. Picture available at Wednesday, July 20 for backgrounds. Learn about
front desk. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. basic techniques including
$25 | Materials not included tips on mixing colors, types
Crochet: Watermelon Pre-registration required of application techniques,
Coasters how to capture the whites
Before we know it, Christmas of a painting, and much
FAYETTEVILLE will be upon us. Each week more. Take home a finished
Monday, July 25 will feature two Christmas painting. Designed for all
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. runners. Use the remainder of levels, no previous experience
$5 | Materials not included class time to sew on a project needed. Some silhouettes
Pre-registration required of your choice or work on a will be provided but if you’d
Instructor: Nancy Crow runner. Must provide your like to bring your own, bring
own sewing machine. one approximately 7 by 9 or
Wa t e r m e l o n s a r e a k e y t o smaller. See front desk for
summer, so let’s make some picture.
fun watermelon coasters. Creative Pursuits
Materials needed: Bright pink
and bright green 100% cotton Dance
yarn (1 ball each); small Painting Workshop
amount of black cotton yarn;
size H crochet hook. Contact PEACHTREE CITY Peachtree City
Nancy at icrochet2@bellsouth. Tuesday, July 19 Beginner I Line Dance
net with questions. Picture 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
available at front desk. $35 | Includes materials PEACHTREE CITY
Pre-registration required Tuesday
Quilting Sew Day Instructor: Kathy Brewer 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$15 | Month
FAYETTEVILLE Paint a picture by following Instructor: Stella Joshua
Wednesday, July 13 along step-by-step with
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. the instructor – you’ll be For those new to line dance.
$15 | Materials not included surprised by what you’re Learn the basic dance steps,
Pre-registration required capable of! See the front desk dance terminology, and some
18 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGof the popular party, reunion, $15 | Month working on and mix and match
and reception dances. Instructor: Sandy Murphy your moves with all the variety!
This class is not instruction
Peachtree City Keep advancing and based.
Beginner II become a line dance expert
Line Dance in no time. For those who
PEACHTREE CITY
have had at least 6 months
of Beginner II Line Dancing.
Fitness
Tuesday
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Intermediate Chair Yoga
$15 | Month Line Dance
Instructor: Stella Joshua PEACHTREE CITY
FAYETTEVILLE Tuesday
For those who have had at Tuesday 10 a.m. to 11 .am.
least six months of Beginner 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. $25 | Month
I Line Dance. This class $15 | Month Instructor: Kathryn Martin
develops more complex Instructor: Eddie Huffman
dances, steps, and turns. A great yoga workout that
Higher level dance steps and incorporates gentle stretches
Introduction to line dances will get you going and builds awareness
Line Dance in this line dance class. through breathing exercises
and meditation as well as
FAYETTEVILLE Free Moves movement with the focus on
Monday Line Dance your body of many traditional
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. floor yoga poses.
$15 | Month FAYETTEVILLE
Instructor: Sandy Murphy Friday, July 1, 8, 15 & 29 Aloha to Hula Dancing
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This class is designed for FREE PEACHTREE CITY
those with little to no line dance Members exclusive Thursday
experience. This introduction Pre-registration required 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
class will teach the basic FREE
steps and terminology and get Enjoy a morning of dancing FSS Member exclusive
you comfortable on the dance during this self-led group. Pre-registration required
floor. Gather together to move
to the music. This is just Get in the flow with Tupua, of
Beginner II Line Dance a casual dance and not Arbor Terrace, and learn to
instruction based. No Hula. This traditional Hawaiian
FAYETTEVILLE teacher will be present, just dance is unique and fascinating
Monday members who love dancing! to learn, and a great workout.
12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. A trip to Hawaii is incomplete
$15 | Month Open Line Dance without a hula performance,
Instructor: Sandy Murphy and here is your chance to
FAYETTEVILLE b ri n g th e Isl a n d cul tu re to
Keep those line dancing Friday, July 22 Georgia. Aloha!
moves sharp! This class is 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
designed for those who have FREE Yoga: Fayetteville
at least six months experience Members exclusive
in dancing. Pre-registration required FAYETTEVILLE
Friday
Improver Line Dance Join once a month for an 8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
open line dance! All levels $20 | Month
FAYETTEVILLE welcome to dance the Instructor: T. Michael
Monday morning away. Enjoy songs
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. that all groups are currently A form of mind-body exercise
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 19that combines standing, Meets at McCurry Park Intermediate I
sitting, and balancing in Fayetteville (164 Aerobics
postures to bring strength, McDonough Road) to take
flexibility, and calm. advantage of the walking FAYETTEVILLE
trails. Improve physical Tuesday and Thursday
Yoga: Fayetteville fitness with a dose of cardio. 8:40 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Zoom Live Session Self-led group. $20 | Month
Instructor: Miriam Jones
Via Zoom from your home Tai Chi Club
Friday Whether you’re a fitness
8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. FAYETTEVILLE enthusiast or dread the idea
$20 | Month Tuesday of exercise, this is the class
Instructor: T. Michael 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for you. Take the routine out
Thursday (no 3rd Thursday) of fitness. These total body
This will feature the Yoga 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. workouts are never the same
class live via Zoom so you FREE and will have you feeling
can participate in the same No pre-registration required stronger and more energized.
great class in your home. Each workout is designed to
This self-lead group meets to improve endurance, strength,
Yoga: Peachtree City practice their form together. f l e x i b i l i t y, c o o r d i n a t i o n ,
This is not instruction core, and brain function.
PEACHTREE CITY based and previous Tai Chi Modifications always provided.
Thursday experience is needed. Tai
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Chi provides a safe, gradual Intermediate I Aerobics:
$20 | Month way to improve flexibility, Zoom Live Session
Instructor: Renee Morris increase circulation, reduce
stress, strengthen bones, Via Zoom from your home
A form of mind-body exercise lower blood pressure, and Tuesday and Thursday
that combines standing, increase overall fitness. 8:40 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
sitting, and balancing $20 | Month per class
postures to bring strength, Power Aerobics Instructor: Miriam Jones
flexibility, and calm.
FAYETTEVILLE This will feature the Intermediate
Yoga: Peachtree City Tuesday and Thursday I Aerobics class live via Zoom
Zoom Live Session 7:40 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. so you can participate in the
$20 | Month same great class in your home.
Via Zoom from your home Instructor: Miriam Jones
Thursday Intermediate II
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. These super fun, up-tempo Aerobics
$20 | Month total body workout sessions
Instructor: Renee Morris are designed to strengthen FAYETTEVILLE
your muscles and core while Tuesday and Thursday
This will feature the Yoga simultaneously improving 9:40 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
class live via Zoom so you balance, coordination, and $20 | Month
can participate in the same flexibility. Prepare to be Instructor: Miriam Jones
great class in your home. safely challenged as no
workout is ever the same. This total body workout will
Walking Group: Yo u ’ l l g a i n e n e r g y a n d leave you feeling stronger
Fayetteville friendships. Each Thursday and more energized. Start
workout includes floor your morning off twice a week
Meets at McCurry Park work so bring a mat that with Miriam as she provides a
Monday day. Modifications always great session intended to get
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. provided. you moving and feeling better
FREE throughout each week. Each
No pre-registration required workout is designed to improve
20 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGendurance, strength, flexibility, This will feature the Stretch Personal Training
coordination, core, and brain for Movement class live via
function. Modifications always Zoom so you can participate FAYETTEVILLE
provided. in the same great class in Scheduled by request only
your home. $50 | Session (1 hour)
Aerobics & More Instructor: Miriam Jones and
Walking Group: T Michael
PEACHTREE CITY Peachtree City
Wednesday If you are searching for a
8 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. PEACHTREE CITY more structured setting to get
$10 | Month Thursday the most of your workout, this
Instructor: Miriam Jones 10 a.m. one-on-one training is for you!
FREE Learn methods to working out
Are you needing a little exercise No pre-registration required specifically designed to help
spice in your life? If so, break you reach your goals. Access
the fitness monotony. These Meet at the Gathering Place to fitness center during
weekly total body workout to check in and then take session. Call Miriam at 404-
sessions are never the same advantage of the paths 644-6598 to set up session.
and will have you feeling strong around the center to add
and more energized. Each social interaction with a dose
workout is designed to improve of cardio. Self-led group.
endurance, strength, flexibility,
coordination, core, and brain
function. Modifications always
provided. Bring a mat with you.
Stretch for Movement The Center Box Office
FAYETTEVILLE
Monday Member exclusive | Pre-registration required
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
PEACHTREE CITY
$10 | Month Thursday, July 14 | 1:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Tringali The Lost Leonardo (2021) | PG-13
In this fascinating documentary that unfolds like a thriller, an ancient
FAYETTEVILLE painting sparks an art world frenzy as experts declare it the work of
Wednesday Leonardo da Vinci. But, after fetching a record price at auction, the
canvas vanishes before exhibition.
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
$10 | Month PEACHTREE CITY
Instructor: Miriam Jones Thursday, July 28 | 1:30 p.m.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2021) | PG-13
A series of simple and easy FAYETTEVILLE
to follow stretch combinations Friday, July 29 | 1:30 p.m.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2021) | PG-13
to improve your balance,
coordination, and range of Starring: Jessica Chastain, Andrew Garfield. In the 1970s and 1980s,
motion. Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker built a burgeoning religious broadcast-
ing network and theme park – until rivals, financial wrongdoing, and
scandal toppled their empire.
Stretch for Movement:
Zoom Live Session Movie sponsored by:
Via Zoom from your home
Wednesday
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
$10 | Month
Instructor: Miriam Jones
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 21in 1944, sharing his act of Tuesday, July 5
Special Interest
courage with the world. 2 p.m.
Members and non-members
Garden Club Pre-registration required
Grandkid Movie Day: FAYETTEVILLE If you are an FSS volunteer
Sing 2 Tuesday, July 5 or are interested in becoming
9:30 a.m. one, join us for our monthly
PEACHTREE CITY Members and non-members meeting! Enjoy refreshments,
Friday, July 1 No pre-registration required meet with other volunteers,
1:30 p.m. learn about upcoming
FREE If you have a green thumb, events, current volunteer
Members and grandkids love gardening and are opportunities, and get center
Pre-registration required interested in volunteering, news and updates.
join the garden club! Learn
Bring out your grandkids about ongoing projects and Legal Consultations
or come by yourself for a ways you can get involved.
wonderful afternoon movie at For more information, FAYETTEVILLE
the center. We will be showing contact Carrie Bittinger at Wednesday, July 6
Sing 2 (PG). The ever- cbittinger@fayss.org. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
optimistic koala, Buster Moon, FREE
and his cast have big dreams Grandkid Movie Day: Member exclusive
of staging their most dazzling Encanto Pre-registration required
show yet in the glittering
entertainment capital of the FAYETTEVILLE Meet with attorneys from
world, Redshore City. There’s Tuesday, July 5 Georgia Legal Services for
just one hitch; they must 1:30 p.m. advice on your non-criminal
persuade the world’s most FREE legal questions. Georgia
reclusive rock star to join them. Members and grandkids Legal Services Program
Enjoy spectacularly popular Pre-registration required offers guidance, advice, and
hit songs and electrifying information on how to best
performances. No need to see Bring out your grandkids handle your legal situation.
Sing 1 first, you can keep up or come by yourself for a Come with your questions on
without seeing both! wonderful afternoon movie basic estate planning, family
at the center. We will be law matters, housing, and
The Human Tugboat showing Encanto (PG). contract disputes.
Enjoy one of Disney’s newest
FAYETTEVILLE animated films! Hear the tale Get To Know Fayette
Friday, July 1 of an extraordinary family, Senior Services
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. the Madrigals, who live
FREE hidden in the mountains of PEACHTREE CITY
Members and non-members Columbia in a magical house Wednesday, July 6
Pre-registration required in the town of Encanto. 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
The magic of Encanto has FREE
Hear the unbelievable story blessed every child in the Members and non-members
of honor and valor as Jim family with a unique gift Pre-registration required
Scott tells the tale of Charles except Mirabel. But when
Jackson French. This Navy she discovers that the magic Learn more about the
cook did the unthinkable as of Encanto is in danger, she programs, opportunities to get
his ship went down to save realizes she might just be the involved and social services
members of the crew in a time family’s last hope. offered by our organization
of desperate need. Honored and how to take advantage of
for this heroism, but not in Volunteer Open House them when needed. We are
a way many felt he should here to help you age well and
be, NBC picked up this story FAYETTEVILLE live well!
22 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGWhat’s for Lunch? her experiences in the film that way when we get a new
industry over the years. For phone or can’t figure out the
PEACHTREE CITY more than 13 years, Shauna one we have and here is your
Thursday, July 7 has been a stunt double in chance to get one-on-one
11:30 a.m. over 90 features; including help for the specific questions
FREE shows like CSI, The Walking you have. Gabriel Curtidor
Member exclusive Dead, Bones, and several of with LifeLine Repairs will sit
Pre-registration required the Avengers movies, The down with you and help you
Divergent Series, and more outwit your phone, once and
Meet us at a local restaurant notable titles. Discover what for all. Bring your phone with
for an afternoon out with goes into this fascinating you.
great friends! FSS will make career and the adrenaline
reservations and everyone rush that comes with this Living in the
will meet there to enjoy high stake job. Shauna Low Country
time with others. Must be will also share some of her
registered to attend due to favorite stories from over the PEACHTREE CITY
reservation numbers. This years. Tuesday, July 12
month, lunch will be at Due 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
South in Peachtree City. A Painting of Georgia $10
Members and non-members
The Travel Bug: PEACHTREE CITY Pre-registration required
International Monday, July 11
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. It’s boil season – what do we
PEACHTREE CITY FREE mean by that? Picture this…
Thursday, July 7 Members and non-members a t a s t y, m o u t h - w a t e r i n g ,
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pre-registration required aroma filled, delicious Low
FREE Country Boil. Bring out your
Members and non-members If you appreciate art, you’ll chef side for an afternoon of
Pre-registration required more than appreciate this learning from the best. Bahli
g u i d e t o G e o r g i a ’s m o s t Mullins, owner of Seafood
The travel bug has bitten, and acknowledged and famous Direct Market, deep dives into
if it hasn’t yet, it will after you painters. Kathleen Brewer the process of creating the
hear from travel agent Amy strokes through history with best low country boil. Hear
Metzger with Travel Edge! stories and paintings of a variety of ideas of different
Now that the world seems to some of the most well-known boils you can do, items you
finally be open again, join in artists of our home state. can add, how to tone down
to hear about some amazing Discover how art styles have or turn up the spice and all
options for travel to unique changed through time and you need to know to create a
and wondrous places around learn about some of the savory boil that will have you
the world. Get your passports folk artists that have called craving more! Enjoy a tasting
ready for those stamps and Fayette County home. of one of Bahli’s favorite Low
explore some great places for Country Boil combinations in
international vacation plans. Outwit Your addition to a delicious treat
Smart Phone surprise!
The Stunt Double
FAYETTEVILLE Set In Your Ways
FAYETTEVILLE Tuesday, July 12
Friday, July 8 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PEACHTREE CITY
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. FREE Wednesday, July 13
FREE Member exclusive 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Members and non-members Pre-registration required FREE
Pre-registration required Members and non-members
You’ve finally got a trusty Pre-registration required
Stuntwoman Shauna smart phone that seems
Galligan shares the story of smarter than you! We all feel It’s happening…we are getting
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG July 2022 | 23‘set in our ways’ as we age… 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No pre-registration required
just as the saying goes. We’ve FREE
heard it may happen our entire Members exclusive August book: The
lives, but didn’t think it would Pre-registration required Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell
come to this! As comical as by Robert Dugoni. September
it seems, cognitive rigidity, A representative with book: Between Two Kingdoms
or a means of switching from Georgia Cares will meet by Suleika Jaouard. For more
thinking about things one one-on-one with Medicare information, please contact
way to thinking about them beneficiaries and their Meghan Caton at megcaton@
in a different way, happens families. Georgia Cares is gmail.com.
more often as we age. Chuck a State Health Insurance
Lenahan, owner and lead Assistance program that ALS Support Group
therapist with Insight Out provides free, non-biased
Therapeutics, discusses ways information about Medicare. FAYETTEVILLE
to loosen your way of thinking Thursday, July 21
and allow for more flexibility The Making of a Mill 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
with the ways in which we FREE
communicate, think and live. PEACHTREE CITY Members and non-members
Monday, July 18 No pre-registration required
A Virtual Tour: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Trilith Studios FREE For more information, contact
Members and non-members Anita Flowers at 404-636-
FAYETTEVILLE Pre-registration required 9909 or by email at anita@
Thursday, July 14 alsaga.org.
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Just a short drive away from
FREE us is beautiful Sweetwater Dementia Caregiver
Members and non-members Creek State Park, home Support Group
Pre-registration required to Sweetwater Creek Mill.
These beautiful ruins hold PEACHTREE CITY
Get a behind the scenes a story engrained in history Thursday, July 21
look of the campus at Trilith and full of fascinating facts. 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Studios. Although the studio Adrian Fox, Park Ranger FREE
does not do tours, Maggie Pyle with Sweetwater Creek State Members and non-members
with Trilith Studios will take us Park, focuses on the story of No pre-registration required
on a one of a kind virtual tour this mill. This 1849 mill was
of one of the largest studios in originally a manufacturing For more information, contact
North America. Home to many company that produced Lynnette Dunn at 770-506-
blockbuster hits filmed right clothing and other materials 1538 or by email at lynnette.
here in our own backyard, it in addition to uniforms for dunn@piedmont.org.
is set across 700 acres and the Confederate Army. It was
houses more than one million burned down in Sherman’s The Grape Escape
square feet of production March to the Sea in 1864,
facilities. Get a firsthand leaving behind ruins that PEACHTREE CITY
virtual look as Maggie takes were unchanged until 2015. Thursday, July 21
us through the gates and Adrian will be joining us via 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
around the grounds to give Zoom. $20
us a peek into how the film Member exclusive
industry thrives right here in A Novel Idea Pre-registration required
Fayette County! Book Club
Wine connoisseur Eric Trout,
1-on-1 Medicare PEACHTREE CITY will be on hand to pass along
Consultations Will return in August his expertise about wines.
1:45 p.m. Join in the fun for a monthly
PEACHTREE CITY FREE educational program related
Monday, July 18 Member exclusive to different wines, regions,
24 | July 2022 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGand countries. Get information about. These adorable cake thinking focuses on using
on the monthly choice and bites are formed and styled extremely fresh ingredients
become a wine expert in no as a lollipop, mixing cake that have been barely
time. This month, learn about crumbs with icing and formed modified, sometimes offered
European white wines. in a small sphere and dipped raw just a few feet from where
to create a coating of savory they grew. Learn about the
Hometown History icing. Learn the art to making health benefits of embracing
these homemade treats and this philosophy with an
FAYETTEVILLE create 4 of them yourself to emphasis on freshness,
Friday, July 22 eat up during class or take seasonality, local availability,
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. home to enjoy later. and simple preparations.
FREE Speakers include: Scott
Members and non-members The Art of Cajun Tyson – Owner of 180 Degree
Pre-registration required Cooking Farms, Registered Dietician
C o r e y To l b e r t - P i e d m o n t
Established in 1821, Fayette PEACHTREE CITY Fayette Hospital, and
County is full of rich history Monday, July 25 Rebecca Jacobs, Erin Guy
that has made it into the place 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Rick Minter - Georgia
it is today. After the 1821 land FREE Farm Bureau. Enjoy a farm
lottery when the United States Members and non-members fresh lunch and a delicious
signed a treaty with the Creek Pre-registration required summer dessert! This
Indian people for cession of program is part of the 2022
a large portion of their land, Contrary to popular belief, FSS and Piedmont Fayette
Fayette County was created there is a science behind Hospital Wellness Series.
as the 49th county in Georgia. perfecting the flavor packed
Susan Sloan with the Fayette tastes of Cajun cooking. The Backyard
County Historical Society tells Creating a mix of the best Bucket List
the story of how we became! ingredients to bring together
From the naming of our the perfect blend of spice and PEACHTREE CITY
county in honor of Marquis flavor to your meal is a talent, Tuesday, July 26
de LaFayette, who aided but one you can learn! Anne 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
George Washington in the Lord with The Real Cajun FREE
Revolutionary War, and the Market teaches us the art to Members and non-members
heritage surrounding our great Cajun cooking! Discover how Pre-registration required
county, Fayette’s beginnings to add spice and flavor into
are full of intriguing details dishes, ways to incorporate Most people don’t think about
combined to tell a story for sausages, chicken, and decorating their outdoor
the ages. seafood, and how to craft spaces, but it’s a great way
a great Cajun meal from to create an extension of your
You Make Me Pop your home kitchen. Enjoy a favorite living spaces! From
tasting of a few of The Real stylish outdoor kitchens to
PEACHTREE CITY Cajun Market’s infamous intimate conversation areas
Friday, July 22 sausages. and everything in between,
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. you’ll be amazed at how easy
$15 Lunch & Learn: The it can be to spruce up your
Members and non-members Farm to Table Way outdoor spaces. Join Amy
Pre-registration required Epperson with Brightmoor
FAYETTEVILLE Hospice as she gives tips
Who doesn’t love a sweet Tuesday, July 26 and tricks to create your ideal
treat every once a while. Have 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. outdoor space. Bring a little
you tried one of the newest $15 | Includes lunch home to your outdoors!
crazes, a cake pop, yet? Karol Members and non-members
Sherling with PTC Sweets Pre-registration required
brings out the goods to show
us what all the hype is really The farm-to-table way of
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