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Community Events      50+ Birthday Luncheon: San Marcos      Travel Group – Houston Astros vs Washington Nationals - San Marcos      Wine Tasting Fundraiser benefiting FIAC-RR - Round Rock      Scrappy Hour - San Marcos      2ND Annual American Wounded Heroes Golf Classic - San Antonio      Travel Group - Outing To Brenham      T'ai Chi Classes - Dallas      Cooking from the Heart 1st Annual BBQ Cookoff - Cedar Park      50+ Game Day - San Marcos      Senior Zoo Fair - Victoria      Lifetime Connections Without Walls Conferences/Seminars/Workshops      FREE Seminar: Innovations in Medical Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease - Austin      NASW/TX 33rd Annual State Conference - Fort Worth CEU Offerings Health Fairs Networking Meetings      Wally's Meeting - Austin      TEO Networking Group - Austin Speakers and Presentations      ARTHRITIS Information Program - Austin Caregiver Support Groups      Parkinson Disease Support Group - Georgetown      Parkinson Support Group - Killeen      Central Texas Stroke Club - Austin      Parkinson's Disease Support Group - Burnet      The Ranch at Cedar Park Parkinson's Disease Support Group      Argent Court Parkinson's Disease Support Group - Bastrop      Alzheimer's Support Group - Austin      Grief Support Groups - Austin Community Events San Marcos Parks and Recreation "50+ Birthday Luncheon: San Marcos" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Thursday, July 9, 2009 from Noon to 2 PM Location: San Marcos Activity Center 501 E. Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 Presented By: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Purpose: At this luncheon, we will be celebrating everyone’s birthdays for the year. Bring your favorite dish or side. We will provide the birthday cake and beverages, so you won’t need to bring dessert. We will also play Bingo. Location: San Marcos Activity Center from Noon-2 PM. FREE! For more information call 393-8400. Fees/Costs: Free San Marcos Parks and Recreation "Travel Group – Houston Astros vs Washington Nationals - San Marcos" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Sunday, July 12, 2009 from 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM Location: San Marcos Activity Center 501 E. Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 Presented By: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Purpose: Spend a Sunday afternoon at the ballpark! Come watch your Houston Astros play the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park in Houston! We will be leaving the Activity Center around 9:00 AM, the game will start at 1:05 PM and we will arrive back at the Activity Center around 8:30 PM. We will arrive in plenty of time to enjoy everything that Minute Maid Park has to offer! Trip cost is $64 / person and includes round trip transportation and a ticket to the game. Everything else will be on your own. Registration will begin April 10, 2009. Registration and final payment deadline is Wednesday, June 10, 2009. Register the whole family NOW, as this trip will fill up fast. This is for anyone 5 years old and up. For more information or to register call (512) 393-8400 or go by the Parks and Recreation Main Office at 401 E. Hopkins or the San Marcos Activity Center at 501 E. Hopkins. You must fill out a trip liability release form when you register or prior to getting on the bus. Anyone 18 or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Fees/Costs: $64 / Person Faith in Action Caregivers in Round Rock "Wine Tasting Fundraiser benefiting FIAC-RR - Round Rock" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): July 23, 4:00-6:00pm Location: Water 2 Wine in the Sky Ridge Plaza 2000 S. IH 35, Round Rock 78681 Presented By: Practical Care Continuum, ResponseLINK, Central Texas Regional EMS, Water 2 Wine, PR Strategies Purpose: Fundraiser with 100% of proceeds benefiting FIAC in Round Rock. They provide volunteer transportation to adults 60 and older. Guest Speaker(s): Wine tasting with 16 different wines, chocolate, jazz guitar, jewelry sale, huge silent auction, raffle of 32 inch flat screen TV with 4 year service contract. CEU Credits: NA Fees/Costs: $10 Donation To Register Contact: FIAC-RR office for tickest RSVP by Phone: 310-1060 For more information contact: laura@practicalcare.com San Marcos Parks and Recreation "Scrappy Hour - San Marcos" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Once a month on Mondays or Thursdays from 7:30-10:00 PM Location: San Marcos Activity Center 501 E. Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 Presented By: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Purpose: Hey scrap bookers, come meet with friends, make new friends, and learn a little about scrap booking. Just bring your pictures, your supplies, and your creativeness. You can exchange ideas with others and learn some things to make your scrapbook even better. We will have scissors, stencil, punches and a few other accessories available for use. We will also provide some refreshments. This program meets once each month from 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. This activity is FREE and FUN for all ages! San Marcos Activity Center. 393-8400. Fees/Costs: Free THE NEXT HORIZON SENIOR LIVING LOCATORS/MILITARY LOCATOR SERVICE "2ND Annual American Wounded Heroes Golf Classic - San Antonio" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): August 17, 2009 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Location: Westin La Cantera Golf Course in San Antonio, TX Presented By: Multi Profit and NonProfit Organizations - Veterans Purpose: All procceds to the Golf Tournament will go to the followingt Military Support Organizations:--The Wounded Warrior Family Support Center The Texas Disabled Veterans Association "Advocates In Action" Catholic Charities, Military Family Relief Project Purpose: To benefit various Military Support Organizations such as: the "Center for the Intrepid: Fort Sam Houston, TX; Soldier's Medical Rehabilitation Center (Ft Sam Houston, TX); Disabled Veterans Associations dedicated to improving the lives of ALL Disabled Veterans and their families, assistance to help with benefits and service from the Dept of Veteran Affairs and other governmental and local community agencies and outreach programs. Guest Speaker(s): Brief Guest Speakers from Ft Sam Houston (Center for the Intrepid), Congressman Rodriquez Gonzales; Military Distinguished Military Veterans. Topics Covered: Cover all military support organizations National Advocates for Veterans Fees/Costs: Sponsorship Levels and Table Sponsor; Vary in type of sponsor level To Register Contact: Brenda Dever-Armstrong, CEO/Owner, The Next Horizon Senior Living Locators RSVP by Phone: 210-275-3002 RSVP by Email: deverb@att.net Vendor Booth Information: Table Sponsor: $100 or split with another Co. $50 each. 6 foot tables provided. You bring your ow For more information contact: deverb@att.net San Marcos Parks and Recreation "Travel Group - Outing To Brenham" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2009 from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM Location: San Marcos Activity Center 501 E. Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 Presented By: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Purpose: Join us as we travel to Brenham on August 18th for a fun-filled day! We will first visit the Flying Horses Antique Carousel which was produced between 1867 and 1901 where we will spend an hour and you will have the opportunity to ride the carousel. Next, we will travel to Must Be Heaven for lunch on your own. After that, we will head to the Blue Bell Factory for a tour and ice-cream tasting! You will also have plenty of time to browse the gift shop. The last stop on our trip will be a tour of the Giddings-Stone Mansion, built in 1869. The mansion is a fine example of 19th century Texas architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. We will arrive back at the Activity Center around 7:30 PM. Ages: 18 and up. The bus leaves Activity Center (501 E. Hopkins) at 7:30 AM and gets back around 7:30 PM. Fee: $34/person, which includes trip transportation and all tour fees . Lunch will be on your own. For more information or to register: Call (512) 393-8400, go by the Parks & Recreation Main Office (401 E. Hopkins), or the San Marcos Activity Center (501 E. Hopkins). You must fill out a trip liability release form when you register or prior to getting on the bus! Registration begins June 15, 2009 and the deadline is August 7, 2009. Fees/Costs: $34/person To Register Contact: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Dr. Lane Cawthon "T'ai Chi Classes - Dallas" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Every Thursday evening from 7:30pm - 8:30pm Location: The Bath House Cultural Center (on the lawn) 521 East Lawther Drive Dallas, TX 75218 Presented By: Dr. Lane Cawthon Purpose: To learn a centuries-old Chinese practice known as T'ai Chi. Research shows benefits associated with T'ai Chi include: 1. Greater flexibility and strength 2. Improved mental, neurological and immunological function 3. Stress reduction Fees/Costs: $40/month for 4 classes or $12/class when purchased individually. PRIVATE LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE To Register Contact: Registration not necessary RSVP by Phone: 972-788-1914 RSVP by Email: doctorcawthon@sbcglobal.net For more information contact: doctorcawthon@sbcglobal.net Shenandoah Villa and SouthernCare Hospice "Cooking from the Heart 1st Annual BBQ Cookoff - Cedar Park" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Friday, September 18, 2009 from 11:30 am until 2:00pm Location: 1623 Shenandoah Drive, Cedar Park, TX 78613 Presented By: Hosted by Shendandoah Villa and SouthernCare Hospice Purpose: This 1st annual Barbecue Cook-Off is an opportunity for all those in the medical community to come together and re-connect with old friends and make some new ones in the process! This is a cook-off, so please get your team together and let's get those grills fired up! Categories are best brisket, best beans, best sauce, best ribs, best other side and best dessert. Please stop by SouthernCare or Shenandoa Villa to pick up your entry forms or contact us at (512) 336-0170 to have one sent to you. Mail or fax your entries to SouthernCare, Inc. 13729 N. Hwy 183 #1075, Austin, TX 78750, Fax (512) 336-0190. Judges to be announced soon. Lot's of door prizes. Grand Prize is a hp lap top computer!! Look forward to seeing everyone there! Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Tammy Nestoroff RSVP by Phone: (512) 336-0170 RSVP by Email: tnestoroff@southerncareinc.com For more information contact: tnestoroff@southerncareinc.com San Marcos Parks and Recreation "50+ Game Day - San Marcos" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Every Monday Except City Holidays from 12:30-4 PM Location: San Marcos Activity Center 501 East Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666 Presented By: San Marcos Parks and Recreation Purpose: What is Mexican Train Dominoes? Come find out and join us for games and fun! We provide light refreshments and game materials for Bridge, Mexican Train Dominoes, Hand & Foot, and 42. Bring a potluck lunch item or snack to share if you’d like. Arrive on time to get in on a game! San Marcos Activity Center, Meeting Room 1, from 12:30-4 PM. FREE! Call Parks & Recreation at 393-8400. Fees/Costs: Free THE TEXAS ZOO "Senior Zoo Fair - Victoria" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Every third Thursday of the month Location: 110 Memorial Drive Victoria, Texas 77901 Presented By: The Texas Zoo Education Department Purpose: To provide an excellent learning opportunity for local seniors, engage the senior community in zoo volunteerism,and provide enrichments for our zoo animals through group craft projects. Guest Speaker(s): Toni Erwin- Education Curator for The Texas Zoo ( other guest speakers may arrive through the year as a special treat) Topics Covered: Animal Kingdom Diversity Conservation Biology Volunteerism/Stewardship/Docent Oppurtunities Fun facts about our zoo residents! Personalized tour of our zoological garden Fees/Costs: 3.50 per senior participant. To Register Contact: Toni Erwin RSVP by Phone: 361-573-7681 RSVP by Email: terwin@texaszoo.org For more information contact: terwin@texaszoo.org Family Eldercare -Austin "Lifetime Connections Without Walls" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Various - Please visit web site for further details Location: Over the Phone Purpose: Lifetime Connections Without Walls is a program where older adults come together on the phone and play bingo, trivia games, friendly conversations, informational and educational seminars. Anyone over the age of 60 can participate in the classes. If you are interested in volunteering to lead a group, please call me. Topics Covered: Bingo Trivia Game Movie Madness Trivia Gratitude Lifestories Fees/Costs: None To Register Contact: Mary Shetty RSVP by Phone: 512-628-1688 RSVP by Email: mshetty@familyeldercare.org Conferences/Seminars/Workshops Austin Groups for the Elderly (AGE) "FREE Seminar: Innovations in Medical Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Saturday August 8, from 10AM-11:30AM Location: Baca Senior Center 301 W. Bagdad, Round Rock, Meeting Room 1 Presented By: AGE and Greater Austin Cares Purpose: Learn about the latest medical treatments, potential new drugs and clinical trials for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease. For more information or to pre-register, please call Bruce Kravitz at 512-451-4611 x236 or email at bkravitz@ageofaustin.org. FREE respite is available at nearby Elderhaven of Williamson County. TO RSVP for respite, please contact Sara Peralta at 512-451-4611 no later than August 5. Guest Speaker(s): Presenter: Cherie Simpson, RN, PhD(c), Clinical Nurse Specialist for Senior Adult Specialty Healthcare, which provides geriatric psychiatric treatment and research in dementia and other medical conditions. Fees/Costs: FREE To Register Contact: Bruce Kravitz RSVP by Phone: 512-451-4611 x236 RSVP by Email: bkravitz@ageofaustin.org For more information contact: bkravitz@ageofaustin.org National Association of Social Workers/TX Chapter "NASW/TX 33rd Annual State Conference - Fort Worth" Open to the Public? No Date(s) & Time(s): October 15-17, 2009 Location: Renaissance Worthington Hotel 200 Main Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 Presented By: NASW/TX Chapter Purpose: Social Workers on every level attend this event to learn from the professional programs and to talk with exhibitors about the latest in products and services. This event also offers the most convenience opportunity to fulfill continuing education requirements for social workers, LMFTs, LPCs, and LCDCs from across the state and throughout the region. Guest Speaker(s): Visit www.naswtx.org for more information. Click under the Professional Development tab then 2009 Annual State Conference. Programs and speakers to be announced soon. Topics Covered: TBA CEU Credits: Up to 18 hours of Continuing Education Fees/Costs: Varies by Categories To Register Contact: NASW/TX Staff RSVP by Phone: 512-474-1454 RSVP by Email: naswtex@naswtx.org Vendor Booth Information: Please visit the "Exhibitor and Sponsor Resource Center" at www.naswtx.org to download a prospectus For more information contact: vcolombo@naswtx.org CEU Offerings Health Fairs Networking Meetings Home Care Network Meeting "Wally's Meeting - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): lst Tuesday of the Month: 11:45-1:00 Location: Shoal Creek Hospital 3501 Mills Ave. First Floor Meeting Room Austin, Texas Purpose: Networking for health care professionals, elder care service providers and senior housing individuals to get together. Guest Speaker(s): Guest Speakers vary with each meeting and lunch is provided. For more information contact Antoinette Griffin at the email address below. CEU Credits: None Fees/Costs: FREE For more information contact: texas@seniorsguide.net Texas Elder Options (TEO) "TEO Networking Group - Austin" Open to the Public? No Date(s) & Time(s): Meets the First Wednesday of the Month: 4:30 - 6:00 pm Location: Meeting places vary. Please contact Victoria Bovard at victoria45@austin.rr.com or call 669-1547, or call Antoinette Griffin at 257-7607 for more information. Presented By: Various Companies and Organizations Purpose: The Texas Elder Options (TEO) networking group initially founded by Cheryl Culbertson, Owner - Elder Options of Texas, meets the first Wednesday of each month. Members work within the field of aging and/or elder care in a variety of capacities. The goal is to make sure members provide services and products that are helpful, useful and needed by seniors, the elderly, their family members and caregivers. There is time for networking so make sure to bring your brochures and business cards! Special announcements are also encouraged. All members receive a detailed membership directory which list members and all meeting dates and locations. Guest Speaker(s): Speaker's and locations change monthly. Be sure to check back monthly for future meeting locations. Fees/Costs: $35.00 annual membership fee. To Register Contact: Antoinette Griffin (512) 257-7607 OR Victoria Bovard (512) 669-1547 Speakers and Presentations Texas Orthopedics "ARTHRITIS Information Program - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): 1st Thursday of every month 5:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Texas Orthopedics (Quarry Lake office) 4700 Seton Center Parkway, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78759 (behind Seton Northwest Hospital) Presented By: Orthopedic Surgeons of Texas Orthopedics Purpose: To gain knowledge and understanding of treatment options available to those with arthritis. From conservative options or if you have been told you need a hip or knee replacement this seminar is for you! FREE and refreshments are served. MUST RSVP! 439-1039 Fees/Costs: FREE RSVP by Phone: (512) 439-1039 Caregiver Support Groups Plummer Movement Disorders Center, Scott & White Hospital "Parkinson Disease Support Group - Georgetown" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): The last Thursday of each month from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Location: Scott & White Clinic 4945 Williams Dr Georgetown TX 78633 Presented By: Plummer Movement Disorders Center, a National Parkinson Foundation Center Purpose: To help those who want to be better educated about Parkinson Disease and to provide support for those in need. The group will host a speaker or program at alternating meetings on a variety of topics. The alternating months will be discussions among attendees to learn from each other. Guest Speaker(s): A variety Fees/Costs: FREE To Register Contact: Beverly Edwards, Facilitator RSVP by Phone: 512.863.8443 For more information contact: edwards107@verizon.net Plummer Movement Disorders Center, Scott & White Hospital "Parkinson Support Group - Killeen" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): The last Tuesday of the month, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Location: Killeen Community Center Rm 101 2201 E. Veterans Memorial Blvd. Killeen, TX 76543 Presented By: Plummer Movement Disorders Center, a National Parkinson Foundation Center Purpose: This group is for those with Parkinson Disease (PD) and their caregivers/partners to give encouragement to each other and to learn from each other and healthcare professionals. It is open to anyone interested in PD. Guest Speaker(s): We have a variety of programs alternating monthly with just getting a chance to talk and learn from each other. Fees/Costs: FREE RSVP by Phone: 254.724.6065 For more information contact: ksbrown@swmail.sw.org St David's Rehabilitation "Central Texas Stroke Club - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Second Monday of the month | 4:30-5:30 pm. Location: St. David's Rehabilitation Center, 1005 E 32nd Street, Austin, TX 78705. Day Program Room, first floor Presented By: Liz Joiner Purpose: Informational Topics on Stroke Care and Recovery; Fun, Support, Socializing with other stroke survivors and caregivers Guest Speaker(s): Varies Topics Covered: Coping strategies Physical challenges and solutions Emotional challenges and solutions CEU Credits: No Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Liz Joiner RSVP by Phone: 512-544-8677 For more information contact: elizabeth.joiner@stdavids.com Capital Area Parkinson's Society "Parkinson's Disease Support Group - Burnet" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): 2nd Tuesday of each month, 1:00 - 2:00 PM Location: Highlander Inn / PC Training Center, 401 Buchanan Drive (Hwy 29), Burnet. For more information, please call 512-756-4949 or email Susie Lightfoot Scherr. Presented By: Capital Area Parkinson's Society Purpose: To help those who want to be better educated about Parkinson’s disease and to provide support for those in need. The group will host a keynote speaker at each meeting on a variety of topics. Guest Speaker(s): Facilitator and guest speakers each month. Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Susie Lightfoot Scherr RSVP by Phone: 512-756-4949 RSVP by Email: lightfoot_78759@yahoo.com For more information contact: lightfoot_78759@yahoo.com Capital Area Parkinson's Society "The Ranch at Cedar Park Parkinson's Disease Support Group" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): Last Friday, every month, 1:00-2:00pm Location: The Ranch at Cedar Park 1301 Whitestone Blvd. Cedar Park, TX 78613 Presented By: Capital Area Parkinson's Society & Accolade Home Health Care Inc. Purpose: To help those who want to be better educated about Parkinson’s disease and to provide support for those in need. Guest Speaker(s): The group will host a guest speaker at each meeting chosen from a variety of topics. Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Deborah Bryson RSVP by Phone: 512-238-6000 RSVP by Email: BrysonD@AccoladeHomeCare.com Capital Area Parkinsons Society "Argent Court Parkinson's Disease Support Group - Bastrop" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): 4th Thursday every month: 2:00-3:00pm Location: Argent Court Assisted Living Facility 508 Old Austin Highway Bastrop, TX 78602 Presented By: Capital Area Parkinson's Society (CAPS) & Argent Court Purpose: To help those who want to be better educated about Parkinson’s disease and to provide support for those in need. The group will host a keynote speaker at each meeting on a variety of topics. Guest Speaker(s): Facilitator: Jenny Bankston, Guest speakers each month. Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Shasta Martini or Jenny Bankston RSVP by Phone: Jenny at 512-252-1512 or Shasta 512-321-9500x252 Alzheimer's Association-Capital of Texas Chapter "Alzheimer's Support Group - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): 2nd Wednesday at 12 Noon Location: Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care Assisted Living 11013 Signal Hill Drive Austin Texas 78737 Presented By: Alzheimer's Association Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Rene Digby RSVP by Phone: 512-637-5402 RSVP by Email: rzdigby@arvedacare.com For more information contact: txprograms@txalz.org My Healing Place "Grief Support Groups - Austin" Open to the Public? Yes Date(s) & Time(s): First and Third Tuesdays of every month Location: First United Methodist Church 1201 LaVaca Street Austin, TX 78701-1831 Presented By: My Healing Place Purpose: To support individuals who have lost a spouse or children that have lost a parent. Fees/Costs: Free To Register Contact: Khris Ford RSVP by Phone: 512-923-4690 RSVP by Email: khris@myhealingplace.org