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ENRICHMENT
February 2021
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
FAYSS.ORG
For the Heart of It
Put your heart first during National Heart Month as
we take control of our health during this luncheon.
A Sweet Treat
Savor in a delicious selection of sweet treats and take
home your favorite recipes to try over and over!
Chocolate Goodness
These melt-in-your-mouth Valentine’s Day treats will
have you diving in for seconds and thirds.
Live Well. Age Well.
2021
Sponsorships
Now
Available!
Contact Morgan Lanier at
mlanier@fayss.org or 770-769-8430
for more information
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a person-centered focus, all within a secure community that feels like home. We take a holistic
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February
featured
She’s An Open Book of Love 10
Meet the lady behind the books who gives so
much to our Fayette Senior Services family!
I Like You A Choco-lot! 11
This double chocolate treat will have all
your chocolate dreams coming true.
The Heart Of It All 15
Join us as we invite Piedmont Fayette Hospital’s
heart specialist in to share about heart health.
You Bake Me Crazy 15
Bust out your most amazing dessert recipe and
whip it up for this fun and delicious recipe swap.
in every issue
2021 HOLIDAY About FSS 4
CLOSINGS
Supportive Services 5
President’s Day...................February 15, 2021
Memorial Day................................May 31, 2021
Meet Our Staff 6
Independence Day..........................July 5, 2021 Membership & Center Info 6-7
Labor Day.............................September 6, 2021
Thanksgiving.......................November 25, 2021 Coming Soon 8
Thanksgiving.......................November 26, 2021
Christmas Eve.....................December 24, 2021
Free Stuff - Every Day! 12-13
Christmas............................December 27, 2021 Special Events 15
New Years...........................December 31, 2021
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 nongovernment
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.
PAST CHAIRMAN | Bob Truitt
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 VICE CHAIRMAN | Jim McCullough
well” is knowledge. When it comes to addressing those unique needs,
Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center is the one-stop shop for TREASURER | Kim Schnoes
empowering older adults to live well and age well.
SECRETARY | Martha Teal
Our Life Enrichment Centers in Fayetteville and Peachtree City are DIRECTOR | Emily Poole
uniquely different from traditional senior centers. Our beautiful facilities
are a vibrant place where adults age 50+ come to socialize with friends, DIRECTOR | Rev. B.A. Jackson
enjoy a great meal in our Ultimate café, re-energize their bodies, exercise
their minds, and lift their spirits. DIRECTOR | Bob Reeves
DIRECTOR | Carol Davis
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 | Sharon Brooks
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 | Donnie Davis
DIRECTOR | Paige Muh
We are proud to be making life better in our community.
DIRECTOR | Stephen Childs
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 themselves with
In-Home Personal Care/Homemaker Services
regular nutritious meals due to physical or
This service enables older adults to remain
financial challenges. The service also connects
living independently by providing compassionate
homebound seniors to the community through
care from trained personnel who perform simple
daily social contact, which also helps to ensure
homemaker and/or personal care tasks, such as
their well-being.
light housekeeping or assistance with bathing.
Delivered with the utmost personal respect
Ani-Meals
and dignity, our services can also bring much
To many homebound seniors, having a pet is
needed respite to caregivers.
a source of companionship and comfort. The
AniMeals™ program is designed to give our
Care Management
Meals On Wheels clients a little help with the
Our professional staff of social workers
cost of pet food to make sure that maintaining
helps older adults make informed decisions
that important bond isn’t an added burden.
to enhance independent living and quality of
life. Our Care Managers offer consultations,
STAR Program
assessments, and follow-up to assist individuals
(Seniors Together After Retirement)
a n d f a milie s in p la n n in g a n d c a r e . We a l s o
Our STAR program (Seniors Together After
provide invaluable support to caregivers.
Retirement) offers individuals 60 and older an
opportunity to come together for socialization,
Medical Equipment Lending
recreational activities, health and wellness
We lend gently-used medical equipment to
classes, and a nutritious meal in our Ultimate
individuals, families and caregivers. Equipment
Cafe. Transportation to and from the Center may
is loaned on a first-come first served basis.
also be available to eligible participants.
Home Repair Services
Transportation
We assist older adults who are either
For older adults who no longer drive, getting
physically and/or financially unable to perform
to essential medical appointments, to the
minor home safety maintenance tasks and
pharmacy, to church or to the grocery store can
repairs by referring to local resources.
be a challenge putting their health and well-
being at risk. We provide safe and affordable
door-to-door transportation options. Wheelchair
assistance available.
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 MANAGEMENT
Membership
Nancy Meaders Natalie Hynson
President & CEO Care Manager Our nominal annual membership
fee helps Fayette Senior Services
Dan Gibbs Iris Harris
Director of Operations Care Manager (FSS), a non-profit 501(c)(3)
organization, sustain its operations,
Becky Hendershot programs and services in order for
Finance Officer
us to maintain our beautiful facilities
Morgan Lanier TRANSPORTATION and continue to offer great programs
Program Development and café services at a great value to
Coordinator Jeff Wix
Transportation Manager our members. For more information
Carrie Bittinger about FSS, please contact the
Center & Volunteer Michelle Williamson
Coordinator Transportation Coordinator center administrator.
Marilyn Walker Jim Schultz Membership Dues: $30 for Fayette
Member Services PTC Driver
County residents ($90/out-of-
Deana Wright James Hicks county*).Membership applications
Member Services PTC Driver must be made in person and are
Roger Grandt available at the reception desk
Casey Williamson Driver
Member Services PTC in both FSS locations. We regret
John Greer that we cannot accept mail-in
Paul Hives Driver applications. Photo ID/Proof of
Technology Development
residency required.
Jane Rode
Driver
Volunteers are eligible for a FREE
Jan Perkins membership after 75 hours of
THE ULTIMATE CAFÉ Driver
service per 12 months. Fayette
Bonnie Kanofsky Dennis Duke Senior Services accepts VISA,
Executive Chef Driver
MASTERCARD and DISCOVER
Pedro Cruz Harold Gunnin Jr. cards.
Sous Chef Driver
Candice Bailey Charlie Hawkins *No one is excluded for inability to
Café Assistant Driver pay. Complimentary memberships
Kevin Bailey can be arranged with a care
Cheryl Hembree
Café Assistant Driver manager. Please call Iris Harris
Care Manager, 770-461- 0813 ext.
Terry Billingsley 116 for information or arrange for a
Driver
confidential meeting.
MEALS ON WHEELS Ron Crawford
Driver
Carrie Bittinger As we create more opportunities to
Meals On Wheels Coordinator enrich the lives of older adults in the
Arnold Powell community, your rewards of being
Meals On Wheels a Fayette Senior Services Member
Ambassador grow as we do. Your membership will
be honored at both our Fayetteville
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 Center
Its Rewards - Fayetteville -
Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Just show your FSS membership card at The fitness center is open to members for only $10
these retailers and receive discounts: per month. Our fitness center is a great place to get
fit, enjoy friends & maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Mr. Handyman
1000 Cooper Circle, Suite 103 Peachtree City, GA
(678) 971-0151
Receive 5% discount off services with valid FSS
Membership Card. We specialize in ALL major and
The Ultimate Café
minor home repairs; including grab bars, handicap - Fayetteville -
accessible rooms, ramps, and doorways. Our dining services are for members only. It’s
one of the many benefits of membership!
TRINITY Services of Georgia, Inc Members may bring guests to the café, but we ask
Electrical contractor/Low-Voltage Contractor that all guests sign in at the front desk before dining.
Ben Miller
(770) 402-0181 BREAKFAST
Helping to meet your residential, industrial and Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
commercial electrical needs. 10% off all parts involved Enjoy a choice of continental breakfast items
with service work with valid FSS membership card. (cereal, muffins, bagels, fruit, juice, milk).
Pricing is á la carte, plus tax.
Tom’s Pest Control Co. Coffee and tea are complimentary.
(770) 487-9506 Special hot breakfast served every
Receive 10% off all services from Tom’s Pest Control Tuesday and Thursday
Co. with a valid membership card.
LUNCH
TCBY Monday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
532 Crosstown Drive in Peachtree City. Choose from two chef-prepared hot entrees, side
(770) 631-9803 dishes, soup du jour, small garden-fresh salad, choice
10% off your purchases when you show a valid FSS of desserts or fruit. Pricing is á la carte, plus tax.
membership card. Beverages are included with any meal purchase
(iced tea, coffee, and water).
Jolly Technologies
(678) 653-5169
Receive $20 discount/hour (total: $50/hour) off
services for computer maintenance when you show a
valid FSS membership card.
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 2021 CPR/AED TRAINING SPONSORED BY:
to our center, we ask they become a member to continue enjoying
the center.
Thank you to Humana, our Transportation,
Shredding & Privacy, and Meals On Wheels
Cooler annual sponsor, for your support of
these programs throughout 2021!
Victoria J. Farrell
Attorney at Law
770.692.1054
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Coming Soon... Miriam’s Fitness Corner
We will not have any indoor after-hour special Listen To Your Heart
event in February due to the ongoing pandemic.
We plan to resume our special after hour events Heart disease is the leading killer in America.
in March. A decision will be made closer to time Attacks can happen in an instant but, often, warning
regarding inside or outside as we assess scope signs are given, although missed. Surviving a heart
attack depends largely on what happens within the
of the pandemic at that time. We look forward to immediate hours following the attack. Because there
resuming events in March as safely as possible! is an arterial blockage and blood flow has been
interrupted, immediate medical attention is critical.
March 2021 That interrupted blood flow is now preventing the heart
from receiving it’s own life giving oxygen. Therefore, it
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is imperative that we’re able to recognize the signs of a
Thursday, March 18 | Gathering Place heart attack. Take note and memorize the following 10:
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. | $15
Share some Irish Luck at this event that will 1) Chest pain - May be sharp, heavy pressure or
leave all who don’t attend green with envy. Event tingling sensation. Can happen during activity or at
rest.
sponsored by Aberdeen Fine Properties, Humana, 2) Palpitations
and Mark Gray – State Farm. 3) Pain or tingling in the left, right or both arms.
4) An aching, pressure or tightness in the left side of
April 2021 jaw or neck
5) An unexplainable lengthy period of fatigue
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner 6) Unexplainably low blood pressure, faintness or
Monday, April 19 | Fayetteville dizziness
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. | FREE for FSS Volunteers 7) Trouble breathing
This event is for current FSS volunteers only! 8) Unwarranted gastrointestinal issues
9) Profuse sweating
Event sponsored by Kaiser Permanente and 10) Mid or lower back pain
Humana.
With today’s medicine, most heart attacks are
*All events are subject to change in date/time treatable when detected early. Our bodies usually talk
Stay tuned for more details! to us about what’s going on. It’s up to us to listen.
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
8 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGThe Way the Cookie Crumbles...
Try these mouth-watering and festive cookie recipes!
Quee New Year Cookies
Submitted by Nancy Peltier floured board paper thin and cut to your size
preference
Ingredients: • Bake at 350 degrees for about 7-10 minutes
• 2 sticks butter (1 cup) or until lightly brown.
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 cups flour (sifted) Nancy shared that her family calls them “Quee
• 1 teaspoon salt Cakes” because their grandmother made them
• 3/4 cup milk in an iron (like a waffle maker) and when they
• 3 tablespoons anise seed were done the iron made a noise that sounded
like “quee”.
Directions:
• Pour the milk into a pot and let the milk
come to a boil, then set aside.
• Mix together the butter and sugar, then
set aside.
• Alternately add the flour, salt, milk, and
anise seed and mix well
• Refrigerate the dough overnight until
well chilled
• Taking only small amounts of the
chilled dough at a time, roll it out on a
Peppy Jelly-Cornmeal Cups
These spicy-sweet bites get their kick from jalapeño Directions:
jelly! For a festive look, fill half with red jelly and the • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large
other half with green jelly. bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer
on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
Ingredients: Add brown sugar and baking powder and
• 1 cup butter, softened beat until combined. Beat in egg yolks and
• 1 cup packed brown sugar vanilla. Beat in cornmeal. Beat in as much
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder flour as you can with the mixer. Using a
• 2 egg yolks wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla • Shape dough into 3/4-inch balls. Place balls
• 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal 1 inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
• 2 cups all purpose flour Using your thumb, make an indention in the
• 1/4 cup red and/or green jalapeño jelly center of each cookie. Fill each center with
about 1/8 teaspoon jelly.
• Bake in preheated oven about 10 minutes
or until bottoms are lightly browned. Cool
on cookie sheet for 1 minute. Transfer
cookies to a wire rack to cool.
• Yields about 96 bit size cookies.
• Tip: Keep the cookies small for a better jelly
to cookie ratio!
Submitted by Lynn Black
Even though we were so disappointed not to be able to celebrate the holidays during our an-
nual Christmas Party & Cookie Contest due to Covid, we were delighted to still receive a few
cookie recipes that are family favorites to share with you as we usually do! Enjoy!
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 9Dear Volunteer, You Make a Difference!
Open the Pages to Janelle Written By: Carrie Bittinger
degree in business at Miller Hawkins Business
College in Memphis. Out of college, Janelle
worked as a transcriber at Campbell’s Clinic in
Memphis and later at Union Planners National
Bank.
In 1967, Janelle went to a party with a friend.
At this party there were people from Millington,
the local naval base. This is where Janelle first
laid eyes on her husband, John. By April of the
next year, they were married. Together, they
have two children, Michael and Heather. They
take pride in their three grandchildren: Madelyn
who is 18, Mary who is 15, and Lillian who is 14.
John was in the Navy and served in Vietnam.
When he arrived home in 1970, they moved
to Atlanta. Janelle worked for an insurance
So many of our volunteers have led such company in the city after moving to Georgia.
fascinating lives before coming to Fayette In 1982, Janelle started volunteering with
Senior Services. The stories that they tell Clayton County Public Schools. Volunteering
are the things that for some people are only turned into a job as the secretary at Point South
found in books. This seems very fitting for our Elementary School. She had a 27 year career
resident librarian, Janelle Tilley. One of the with the school system as both a volunteer and
books that she stocks our library with could employee combined, retiring in 2009.
have easily been written about her.
After retirement in 2009, Janelle discovered
Janelle grew up in Chesterfield, TN on a FSS and began coming to exercise. Our
150-acre farm. The entire family were farmers, volunteer librarian at the time, Sara Lou
including Janelle and her two older sisters, Robinson, was someone that Janelle knew
Sandra and Brenda, who learned the ropes and worked with during her time in the school
at an early age. On their farm, they planted system. Within a few months of becoming a
and tended to crops such as cotton, corn, and member, Sara talked Janelle into helping her
soy beans. The farm was also bustling with in the library at FSS. Janelle has always loved
animals including cattle, pigs, and chickens. reading so to her, working with books was a
The family sold cotton, eggs, and milk fresh no brainer! When Sara moved away, Janelle
from the farm and the corn they grew helped stepped right in to being our main librarian. She
to feed the animals. Although there wasn’t keeps our library shelves stocked and in order,
much spare time to allow getting off the farm, switching books in and out to keep choices fresh
as kids they would wander the woods for a and new. If you ask her, her favorite thing about
break to experience different adventures! volunteering has been the people. Janelle said
that she has made so many dear friends from
Janelle attended a quaint school house the center. For new volunteers, Janelle would
that all the students learned in, beginning tell you to “be available, be nice, be friendly,
from lower grades through high school. The and be open.” Look out for Janelle stocking our
building was split down the middle so the shelves and giving everyone a chance to read
younger and older kids had different spaces stories, some not unlike her own.
to learn in. Every morning, she went to school
there until third grade, when she moved 2021
to a public school. Janelle graduated from Volunteer
Lexington High School and went on to earn a Sponsor
10 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGFrom Our Kitchen To Yours
Chocolate Cherry Bars
Enjoy a delicious recipe to try at home from the kitchen of the Fayette Senior Services’ family!
Ingredients
Bars:
• 1 package Pillsbury Plus Devil’s Food Cake Mix
• 1 (21-oz.) can cherry fruit pie filling
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 eggs, beaten
Frosting:
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup milk
• 5 tablespoons margarine or butter
• 1 (6 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
• Heat oven to 350° and grease and flour a
15x10x1 inch baking pan or 13x9 inch pan
• In a large bowl, combine all bar ingredients
and stir until well blended. Spread in the
greased and floured pan
• Bake until a toothpick comes out clean. About
20-30 minutes
• In a small saucepan, combine sugar, milk,
and margarine and bring to a boil. Boil for 1
minute, stirring constantly
• Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips
until smooth
• Pour and spread over the warm bars and let
cool completely before cutting them into bars
Photo via pillsbury.com Enjoy
Join us in the Ultimate Cafe in
Fayetteville!
Breakfast:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
(a la carte pricing plus tax)
Lunch:
Monday thru Friday
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
(a la carte pricing plus tax)
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 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 4:30 p.m.
Bid Whist:
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sit and Get Fit: Intermediate Bridge:
10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Canasta: Wednesdays
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Regular and Hand & Foot Sit and Get Fit: Fridays
Advanced Bridge: 10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
2nd Monday of month Pinochle: Sit and Get Fit:
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 10 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
Mexican Train Canasta: Pinochle:
Dominoes: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free Blood Pressure Canasta:
Sit and Stitch: Check: 8 a.m. to to 12 p.m.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Scrabble:
Monday Bridge: Modern Mahjong: 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
2nd and 4th Monday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bunco:
Bid Whist: 1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays
Tuesdays Canasta:
Pinochle:
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Calling all
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Greed- Dice Game: pool sharks!
12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Canasta: Practice your skills
Modern Mahjong: and have fun playing
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
12 p.m. to 4 p.m. billiards or take some
Modern Mahjong:
Rummikub: free lessons on Mondays,
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays
Scrabble: from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Men
Sit and Stitch:
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. & women welcome!
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
12 | February 2021 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: Aerobics: Game Play Time:
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. See changes in Fitness 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Blood Pressure Checks: section pg. 20 Join in at any time and
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Morning Stretch: choose from a variety of
Social Bridge: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. games to play together or
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marathon Bridge: bring one to share.
If you don’t have a partner, 2nd Wednesday of month
that’s okay! 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Canasta: Intermediate Social Bridge Fridays
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free Play:
Hand and foot variation. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Morning Stretch:
Wednesday Bridge: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Social Bridge:
Tuesdays Social Duplicate Bridge: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
1st, 3rd, and 4th Wednesday If you don’t have a partner,
Advanced Duplicate 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. that’s okay!
Bridge Training Class: Modern American
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mahjong:
Mexican Train Dominoes: Turn the 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pages! Canasta:
Happy 2Soms: Check out the collection of 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
3rd Tuesday of month books and magazines of all Hand and foot variation.
2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. genres that we have
available for pick up at both
This group meets monthly our Peachtree City and
to play bingo. Fayetteville locations! Have
some you aren’t using?
We are currently accepting
book donations.
Holiday Greenery class in Peachtree City Peachtree City Line Dance group celebrating the holidays!
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 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.
TRIPS: Trips are for FSS members only. Payments must be made at the time of reservations. Payments of cash
or checks are strongly encouraged. Reservations for mailed-in checks will not be made until the check has been
received by Fayette Senior Services. For any questions, please contact Morgan Lanier at 770-461-0813. See
trip schedules for refund policy.
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.
The Southern Crescent Chorale joined us for a mini concert at FSS Hope for the Holidays was a major success!
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Photo by Photos of Money via Flickr
AARP Tax You Dessert It: Lunch & Learn:
Aid Assistance Dessert Recipe The Heart Beats Red
Swap
P PEACHTREE CITY F FAYETTEVILLE
Tuesday and Thursday P PEACHTREE CITY Tuesday, February 16
February 2 thru April 15 Friday, February 12 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. $10 | Includes lunch
FREE FREE Members and non-
Members and non-members Members exclusive members
Pre-registration required Pre-registration required Pre-registration required
AARP is here to offer free Treat your taste buds Start taking action for your
tax aid to assist us with while sharing your favorite own health and join us for
personal income returns. mouth-watering desserts a heart healthy make-over.
Bring last year’s tax return with others! What better Join Program Coordinator
and other tax documents way to enjoy some time Avril James with Piedmont
necessary for your 2020 with friends while filling Women’s Heart Network
filing. This is your chance your belly full of sweets. and Dr. Bukola Olubi with
to meet one-on-one with Bring your favorite dessert Piedmont Fayette Hospital
an AARP representative along with the recipe as we celebrate American
to get help filing taxes. and get some new ideas. Health Month. From basic
Must have an appointment Everyone will bring some anatomy of the heart, to
set to attend, no walk-in food to share and get to prevention, symptoms and
appointments available. enjoy other new dessert treatment, you’ll leave with
ideas. Enjoy music, good a better understanding
eats, and camaraderie. of how you can take care
We will make copies of all of your heart through
the recipes for everyone to everyday habits, exercise,
take home! and diet. This program is
part of the 2021 FSS and
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Wellness Series.
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wedn
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Garden Club pg. 22
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Coin Purse
Lunch & Learn: The
CLOSED Heart Beats Red pg. 15
Resistance Fig
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President’s Day
1-on-1 Medicare Computer Assist
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Murder pg. 25
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What’s for Lunch? pg. 23
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Hearing Screenings pg. 27
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The Story of Rich’s pg. 23
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770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 17February Program Schedule
Quilting: Zippered
Needlework Coin Purses Dance
F FAYETTEVILLE
Quilting: Table Topper Wednesday, February 17 Peachtree City
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beginner I Line Dance
F FAYETTEVILLE $25 | Materials not included
Wednesday, February 3 Pre-registration required P PEACHTREE CITY
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Instructor: Darlene Hubble Tuesday
$25 | Materials not included 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Pre-registration required A perfect bag for your small $15 | Month
Instructor: Darlene Hubble items or change. It is not Instructor: Stella Joshua
too big nor too small. You
Need a table topper for the will want to make more than For those that are new to line
Spring? Let’s make one of just one! Grab some fat dance. Learn the basic dance
floating stars to decorate quarters and a zipper and steps, dance terminology,
your table. Main fabric will be you’re ready to get started. and some of the popular
provided in class, just bring Materials list and picture at party, reunion, and reception
your background in a solid front desk. Must provide your dances.
or tone-on-tone. Materials own sewing machine.
list and picture at front desk. Peachtree City
Must provide your own sewing Beginner II Line Dance
machine. Creative Pursuits
P PEACHTREE CITY
Quilting Sew Day Oh Fudge: Tuesday
Fudge Making Demo 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
F FAYETTEVILLE $15 | Month
Wednesday, February 10 F FAYETTEVILLE Instructor: Stella Joshua
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, February 11
$15 | Materials not included 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For those who have had at
Pre-registration required $15 | Includes materials least six months of Beginner
Instructor: Darlene Hubble Member exclusive I Line Dance. This class
Pre-registration required develops more complex
F FAYETTEVILLE dances and new steps and
Wednesday, February 24 Treat the tastebuds with turns.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. some homemade fudge!
$15 | Materials not included Julia with Julia’s Signature Introduction to
Pre-registration required Candies provides a hands- Line Dance
Instructor: Darlene Hubble on demo for fudge making.
Make half a pound to take F FAYETTEVILLE
Take time to finish up projects. home and enjoy. Julia will Tuesday
This class is not instruction be bringing in mix-ins to 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
based, just free time to work add some delicious tasty $15 | Month
on a personal project with treats into your fudge such Instructor: Eddie Huffman
others. as marshmallows, pecans,
walnuts, M&Ms and more! Hit the dance floor and learn
18 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGbasic steps and dance Open Line Dance exercise that combines
terminology as well as standing, sitting, and
beginner dances. This F FAYETTEVILLE balancing postures to bring
class is for beginners with Friday, February 26 strength, flexibility, and calm.
little or no previous dance 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
experience. FREE Yoga: Fayetteville
Members exclusive Zoom Live Session
Beginner Line Dance Pre-registration required
Via Zoom from your home
F FAYETTEVILLE Join in once a month for Monday
Wednesday an open line dance! All 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. levels welcome to dance $20 | Month
$15 | Month the afternoon away. Enjoy Instructor: T. Michael
Instructor: Sandy Murphy songs that all groups are
currently working on and This will feature Yoga class
Keep those line dancing mix and match your moves! live via Zoom so you can
moves sharp! This class This class is not instruction participate in the comfort and
is designed for those who based. safety of social distancing
have at least six months from your home.
experience in dancing.
Fitness Walking Group:
Improver Line Dance F Fayetteville
Zumba
F FAYETTEVILLE Meets at McCurry Park
Wednesday F FAYETTEVILLE Monday
2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Monday 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
$15 | Month 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. FREE
Instructor: Sandy Murphy $20 | Month No pre-registration required
Instructor: Regina Roberts
Keep advancing and Meets at McCurry Park in
become a line dance expert Come groove to some Fayetteville (164 McDonough
in no time. For those who of your favorite music! Road) to take advantage of
have had at least 6 months This fun way to exercise the walking trails. Improve
of Beginner II Line Dancing. incorporates a variety of physical fitness with a dose
musical genres for total of cardio. Self-led group.
Intermediate Line Dance body toning. Enjoy the
aerobic benefits while Total Body Circuit
F FAYETTEVILLE also strengthening the
Wednesday cardiovascular system. F FAYETTEVILLE
3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday
$15 | Month Yoga: Fayetteville 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sandy Murphy $35 | Month
F FAYETTEVILLE Instructor: Terry Ehart
Higher level dance steps Monday
and line dances will get 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Focus on all areas of
you going in this line dance $20 | Month fitness – core strengthening,
class. Instructor: T. Michael strength training, mobility,
and cardio – to get results
A form of mind-body you want to see.
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 19Tai Chi in the North Craft Room. accommodate members who
FSS will feature the Power weren’t able to get in the
F FAYETTEVILLE Aerobics class live via zoom original session. The same
Monday and Thursday on the projector screen great class on site at FSS, but
2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in an additional room to with instruction via zoom live.
$35 | Month accommodate members
Instructor: Trish Gurney who weren’t able to get in Intermediate II Aerobics
the original session. The
Tai Chi provides a safe, same great class on site at F FAYETTEVILLE
gradual way to improve FSS, but with instruction via Tuesday and Thursday
flexibility, increase zoom live. 9:40 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
circulation, reduce stress, $20 | Month
strengthen bones, lower Intermediate I Aerobics Instructor: Miriam Jones
blood pressure, and increase
overall fitness. Learn simple F FAYETTEVILLE This total body workout will
movements that focus on Tuesday and Thursday leave you feeling stronger and
healing energy. 8:40 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. more energized. Start your
$20 | Month morning off with Miriam as
Power Aerobics Instructor: Miriam Jones she provides a great session
intended to get you moving
F FAYETTEVILLE Whether you’re a fitness and feeling better. Designed to
Tuesday and Thursday enthusiast or dread the improve endurance, strength,
7:40 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. idea of exercise, this is the flexibility, coordination,
$20 | Month class for you. These total core, and brain function.
Instructor: Miriam Jones body workouts are never Modifications provided.
the same and will have
Designed to strengthen your you feeling stronger and Intermediate II Aerobics:
muscles and core while more energized. Improve Overflow Session
simultaneously improving endurance, strength,
balance, coordination, and flexibility, coordination, F FAYETTEVILLE
flexibility. Prepare to be core, and brain function. Tuesday and Thursday
safely challenged as no Modifications provided. 9:40 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
workout is ever the same. $20 | Month
Gain energy and friendships. Intermediate I Aerobics: Instructor: Miriam Jones
Each Thursday workout Overflow Session
includes floor work so bring This session will take place
a mat that day. Modifications F FAYETTEVILLE in the North Craft Room. FSS
always provided. Tuesday and Thursday will feature the Intermediate
8:40 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. II Aerobics class live via
Power Aerobics: $20 | Month zoom on the projector screen
Overflow Session Instructor: Miriam Jones in an additional room to
accommodate members who
F FAYETTEVILLE This session will take weren’t able to get in the
Tuesday and Thursday place in the North Craft original session. The same
7:40 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Room. FSS will feature the great class on site at FSS, but
$20 | Month Intermediate I Aerobics with instruction via zoom live.
Instructor: Miriam Jones class live via zoom on
the projector screen in Intermediate I or
This session will take place an additional room to II Aerobics:
20 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGZoom Live Session Wednesday in the North Craft Room.
9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. FSS will feature the Stretch
Via Zoom from your home $10 | Month for Movement class live
Tuesday and Thursday Instructor: Miriam Jones via zoom on the projector
8:40 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. screen in an additional room
9:40 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A series of simple and to accommodate members
$20 | Month per class easy to follow stretch who weren’t able to get in the
Instructor: Miriam Jones combinations to improve original session. The same
your balance, coordination, class on site at FSS, but with
Choose between Miriam’s and range of motion. instruction via zoom live.
Intermediate I or Intermediate
II Aerobics class live via Zoom Stretch for Movement: Stretch for Movement:
so you can participate in the Overflow Session Zoom Live Session
class while social distancing
from your home. F FAYETTEVILLE Via Zoom from your home
Wednesday Wednesday
Yoga: Peachtree City 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
$10 | Month $10 | Month
P PEACHTREE CITY Instructor: Miriam Jones Instructor: Miriam Jones
Tuesday
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This session will take place This will feature the Stretch
$20 | Month
Instructor: T. Michael
The Center Box Office
A form of mind-body exercise
that combines standing, sitting, Member exclusive | Pre-registration required
and balancing postures to
PEACHTREE CITY
bring strength and flexibility. Thursday, February 11 | 1:30 p.m.
The Outpost (2020) | R
Aerobics & More Starring: Scott Eastwood, Orlando Bloom, Caleb Landry Jones.
In this adaptation of Jake Tapper’s best seller, 53 U.S. soldiers
attempt to fend off an attack by almost 400 Taliban fighters at a
P PEACHTREE CITY remote outpost in Afghanistan during one of Operation Enduring
Wednesday Freedom’s bloodiest battles.
8 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. PEACHTREE CITY
$10 | Month Thursday, February 25 | 1:30 p.m.
The Secret Garden (2020) | PG
Instructor: Miriam Jones
FAYETTEVILLE
Friday, February 26 | 1:30 p.m.
These weekly sessions are The Secret Garden (2020) | PG
never the same and will have Starring: Colin Firth, Julie Walters. Set in England during a new
you feeling energized. Each time period in 1947, the film follows a young orphan girl who, after
being sent to live with her uncle, discovers a magical garden on the
workout is designed to improve grounds of his estate.
endurance, strength, flexibility, Movie Sponsored By:
coordination, core, and brain
function. Modifications always
provided. Bring a mat with you.
Stretch for Movement
F FAYETTEVILLE
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 21for Movement class live via safety of social distancing 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Zoom so you can participate from your home. FREE
in the same great class in the Members and non-members
comfort and safety of social Personal Training Pre-registration required
distancing from your home.
F FAYETTEVILLE Mardi Gras is a long-standing
Walking Group: Scheduled by request only tradition celebrated every
Peachtree City $50 | Session (1 hour) February in a variety of ways
Instructor: Miriam Jones from city to city. Jim Scott
P PEACHTREE CITY and T Michael joins in the celebration by
Thursday sharing the history dating
10 a.m. If you are searching for back thousands of years of
FREE a more structured setting this holiday along with the
No pre-registration required to get the most of your superstitions and traditions
workout, this one-on-one tied to it and Fat Tuesday.
Meet at the Gathering Place training is for you! Learn
to check in and then take methods to working out Smart House
advantage of the paths around specifically for you in
the center and add social helping you reach your F FAYETTEVILLE
interaction with a dose of goals. Access to fitness Tuesday, February 2
cardio. Self-led group. center during session. Call 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Miriam at 404-644-6598 to FREE
Move It or Lose It set up session. Members and non-members
Pre-registration required
P PEACHTREE CITY
Friday Special Interest Join the world of technology
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in full force! Brian Anderson
$15 | Month Garden Club with Media Mash talks about
Instructor: T. Michael new technology that can
F FAYETTEVILLE make your home a smart
Maintain or improve your Tuesday, February 2 house. From items to make
strength, coordination, agility, 9:30 a.m. your everyday living easier
and bone density with hand Members and non-members to ways to control things
weights, resistance bands, and No pre-registration required around the home while gone,
exercise balls. learn about connecting
If you have a green thumb, your phones and speakers
Move It or Lose It love gardening and are to devices throughout your
Zoom Live Session interested in volunteering, house such as thermostats,
join the garden club! Learn lights, security systems and
Via Zoom from your home about ongoing projects and more.
Friday ways you can get involved.
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For more information, Volunteer Open House
$15 | Month contact Carrie Bittinger at
Instructor: T. Michael cbittinger@fayss.org. F FAYETTEVILLE
Tuesday, February 2
This will feature the Move It or Bring on the Mardi 2 p.m.
Lose It class live via Zoom so Members and non-members
you can participate in the same P PEACHTREE CITY Pre-registration required
great class in the comfort and Tuesday, February 2
22 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGIf you are an FSS volunteer time with others. Must be Car Wash
or are interested in becoming registered to attend due
one, join us for our monthly to reservation numbers. F FAYETTEVILLE
meeting! Enjoy refreshments, This month, lunch will be at Monday, February 8
meet with other volunteers, Maguires in Senoia. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
learn about upcoming $40
events, current volunteer The Story of Rich’s Member exclusive
opportunities, and get center Pre-registration required
news and updates. P PEACHTREE CITY
Thursday, February 4 Splish splash your car was
Touching Base with Trilith 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. taking a bath! Hector Antonio
FREE with Roll N’ Shine will be on
F FAYETTEVILLE Members and non-members site for your convenience to
Wednesday, February 3 Pre-registration required bring your car in for a wash,
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. inside and out, while you wait
FREE Join historian Jeff Clemons comfortably in FSS. Roll N’
Members and non-members as he traces the 137 year Shine has the right to turn
Pre-registration required history of the famous down cleaning service for
Atlanta store, Rich’s. Hear extremely dirty interior.
Town of Trilith may sound about the true stories
like the new place around behind Penelope Penn, Standing Guard
town, but it is formerly known Fashionista, The Great
as Pinewood Forest! This Tree, the Pink Pig, Rich’s P PEACHTREE CITY
bustling community within famous coconut cake, and Wednesday, February 10
Fayette County is starting so much more. Spark the 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
to bloom. Join Joseph memories you’ve treasured FREE
Sojourner as he shares surrounding this southern Members and non-members
about the newest hotspots institution that has brought Pre-registration required
around the neighborhood, so many traditions to Atlanta
what to expect in the natives! Whether you are approaching
future from restaurants, retirement or recently retired,
entertainment, and more An Update on the Bubble Brett Bexley with Edward
as well as the design plans Jones shares strategies to
expected to come. P PEACHTREE CITY help you guard your most
Friday, February 5 valuable assets and protect
What’s for Lunch? 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. your pre- and post-retirement
FREE income. Hear the five-step
P PEACHTREE CITY Members and non-members process suggested for
Thursday, February 4 Pre-registration required guarding your assets and
11:30 a.m. protecting your income in
FREE Visit with Peachtree City addition to controlling health
Member exclusive Mayor Vanessa Fleisch as care costs and your legacy.
Pre-registration required she discusses current city
updates. Learn about what Do It For the ‘Gram
Meet us at a local restaurant is going on in and around
for an afternoon out with Peachtree City in addition F FAYETTEVILLE
great friends! FSS will make to ideas for the future of our Wednesday, February 10
reservations and everyone hometown bubble. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
will meet there to enjoy FREE
770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORG February 2021 | 23Members and non-members Members exclusive interconnected personality
Pre-registration required Pre-registration required types. Join Jesse Dukes
with Arise Counseling and
Local blogger Jennifer Jordan A representative with Coaching as he provides
with Local Lovely Life breaks Georgia Cares will meet insight on these nine
down the ins and outs of the one-on-one with Medicare different Enneagram types,
popular social media app, beneficiaries and their how to discover your type,
Instagram! Discover the point families. Georgia Cares is and helpful tips to better
of this app, how it differs from a State Health Insurance understand each type.
Facebook and how Instagram Assistance program that
can fit into your life. Jennifer provides free, non-biased Habits of Happy People
will also share ways you information about Medicare.
can make the most out of F FAYETTEVILLE
your different social media A Novel Idea Book Club Wednesday, February 17
platforms to use as channels 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
for connections. P PEACHTREE CITY FREE
Tuesday, February 16 Members and non-members
Orchids Upon Orchids 1:45 p.m. Pre-registration required
FREE
F FAYETTEVILLE Member exclusive Happiness is a choice and a
Friday, February 12 No pre-registration required way of living that anyone can
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. learn! Humana joins us as
FREE February book: People they provide tips for living a
Members and non-members of the Book by Geraldine happy life. Discover how you
Pre-registration required Brooks. March book: The can find more joy in every
Little Old Lady Who Broke part of your life. You’ll also
Orchids are a breathtakingly All the Rules by Catharina learn tips for staying positive
beautiful houseplant with long Ingelman-Sundberg. For during any of life’s challenges
lasting blooms. Kim Toal with more information, please that may be thrown your way.
the Fayette County Extension contact Meghan Caton at
Office will do a demonstration megcaton@gmail.com. Resistance Fighters
on repotting different types
of orchids. These often are The Enneagram P PEACHTREE CITY
considered hard to grow, but of Personality Wednesday, February 17
don’t be fooled. With a few 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
simple tips you’ll learn to P PEACHTREE CITY FREE
prune dead roots, properly Tuesday, February 16 Members and non-members
prepare your potting media, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pre-registration required
ways to encourage re-bloom, FREE
and how to get your orchid in Members and non-members Throughout the Holocaust,
tip top shape. Pre-registration required there were thousands of non-
Jewish people who made a
1-on-1 Medicare You may have heard choice not to be passive in
Consultations about a popular model the face of evil. Those who
of personality called did aid Jews were motivated
F FAYETTEVILLE Enneagram. This model by opposition of Nazi racism,
Tuesday, February 16 of the human psyche is compassion, or religious
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. based off an understanding and moral principles, risking
FREE that there are nine their own lives and those
24 | February 2021 770-461-0813 | FAYSS.ORGof their families. Each act Pre-registration required Monday, February 22
of rescue is unique and the 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Georgia Commission on Wine connoisseur Eric FREE
the Holocasut joins us to Trout, will be on hand to Members and non-members
share the stories of several pass along all his expertise Pre-registration required
rescuers: Adolf and Maria about wines. Join in the fun
Althoff and their circus, the for a monthly educational If you’re looking to put your
Zabinksi family and their program related to different house on the market, get
zoo, and Leopold Socha wines, regions, countries, tips to make sure it’s ready
and his story of the sewer. and more. Get information to sell. Linda Sorrows and
The presenter will join us via on a variety of topics Lee McKinney, real estate
Zoom. relating to the wine choice specialist with Aberdeen
P and become a wine expert Fine Properties, will share
ALS Support Group in no time. This month, the secrets to preparing your
learn about Pinot Noirs, the home to put up for sale. From
F FAYETTEVILLE grape of love! minor repairs and upgrades
Thursday, February 18 to decluttering and basic
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tough Conversations maintenance, you’ll learn the
FREE best ways to help your house
Members and non-members FAYETTEVILLE
F move on the market.
No pre-registration required Friday, February 19
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Collier Double Murder
For more information, contact FREE
Anita Flowers at 404-636- Members and non-members F FAYETTEVILLE
9909 or by email at Pre-registration required Tuesday, February 23
anita@alsaga.org. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Having tough conversations FREE
Dementia Caregiver about the future and your Members and non-members
Support Group wishes is never easy. Pre-registration required
Bridgeway Hospice shares
P PEACHTREE CITY strategies for speaking In 2004, our quiet town of
Thursday, February 18 to loved ones about the Fayetteville was shocked
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. future. Although talking to hear about the double
FREE about financial, legal, and murder of local residents
Members and non-members healthcare issues can Carl and Sarah Collier. Due
No pre-registration required be uncomfortable, it’s so to a thorough investigation
important to do it while and determination by
For more information, contact everyone is still able to detectives, an arrest was
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