Cardiac & Stroke Awareness Action Saves Lives – Identifying heart problems or stroke is an important step in taking quick action to help a loved one during a medical emergency. Join Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System during Heart Health Month to learn how you can recognize and prevent heart attacks and strokes. Presentation by Lisa from Loudoun County Fire and Rescue. W 10:30-11:30am 2/4 Free 245614-01
Birthday Bash Celebrate friends with a monthly birthday celebration. Enjoy a special treat and goodies for those with a birthday during the month. Lunch registration is required, and a lunch donation is requested. Call or stop by the center to register for lunch. W 12:00-12:30pm 12/17 Free 245607-01 W 12:00-12:30pm 1/28 Free 245607-02 W 12:00-12:30pm 2/25 Free 245607-03
Sketch Club Group meeting weekly for sketching. Tu 11:15am-12:00pm Ongoing
SELF-HELP & RESOURCES Services For Seniors
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An Elder Resources Case manager from the Loudoun County Area Agency on Aging is available to offer confidential support and link older adults to community services and resources. Please call or sign up in person for a 30-minute appointment. Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 12/2 Free 245624-01 Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 12/16 Free 245624-02 Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 1/6 Free 245624-03 Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 1/20 Free 245624-04 Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 2/3 Free 245624-05 Tu 9:00am-12:00pm 2/17 Free 245624-06 Mindful Meditation Meditation has been practiced in cultures all over the world for thousands of years to develop intentional focus and minimize random thoughts about the past or future. Led by: Linda W 1:00-1:45pm 12/3 Free 245626-01 W 1:00-1:45pm 12/17 Free 245626-02 W 1:00-1:45pm 1/7 Free 245626-03 W 1:00-1:45pm 1/21 Free 245626-04 W 1:00-1:45pm 2/4 Free 245626-05 W 1:00-1:45pm 2/18 Free 245626-06 Life Transition Empowerment Group Enjoy discussions with peers on various topics important to active seniors (eg: relationships, family, health and wellness, finances, dating, etc.). Make new friends, improve self-esteem. ward off depression and anxiety and come up with strategies for a more meaningful life. Led by: Linda Th 10:30-11:30am 12/4 Free 245625-01 Th 10:30-11:30am 2/5 Free 245625-02 INOVA Blood Pressure Check Loudoun Healthcare provides blood pressure checks and referrals. Tu 10:00am-12:00pm 12/9 Free
Crochet Club Bring your hooks and yarn. Work together on your own projects. Share ideas and patterns. Questions call 703-737-8039. Instructor: Kathy. W 1:00-3:00pm Ongoing Free 927619-01 DANCE Line Dance With Joyce Learn new dances from around the world. All dance levels are welcome. Instructor: Joyce. M 1:00-2:00pm Ongoing Free 927605-01 Fun! Square Dance Experience the joy, camaraderie, and fun of square dancing. Dance to calls in simple patterns. No partner is required. Please check our newsletter for details. Instructor: Robert. W 3:00-4:00pm Ongoing Free 927605-01 EDUCATIONAL ESL Class Learn and practice basic English for Spanish speakers. Instructor: Alberto. M, W 12:30-1:30pm Ongoing Free 927665-01 Nutritious & Delicious Join VCE Nutrition Educator Emily to learn how to balance the taste and nutrition of popular holiday recipes. We will also discuss how to maintain healthy habits during the holiday season. Th 10:00-11:00am 12/4 Free 227627-01 Nutrition Lecture Series Join VCE Nutrition Educator Emily in this monthly lecture series to learn about nutrition in your senior years. This series will cover a variety of topics to empower you to make informed dietary choices to support your health. We meet on the Third Thursday of the month. 3 rd Th 10:00-11:00am 1/15-12/17 Free 927692-01 Advisory Board The Senior Center of Leesburg Advisory Board provides support for Events and Activities. We meet monthly on the first Thursday of each month. Questions call 703-737-8039. 1 st Th 12:45-3:00pm Ongoing Free 927628-01 Teen Tech Loudoun County High School Students from the IMPACT Program provide one-on-one assistance for your laptop, tablet, or cell phone. On the second Saturday of the month, the students from the Senior Technology Assistance Program will work with members. Bring in your devices and your questions. Sign up monthly in the lobby or call 703-737-8039. M-F 11:30am-12:30pm Ongoing Free 927629-01 2 nd Sa 10:00-11:00am Ongoing Free 927629-02
SOCIAL & SPECIAL EVENTS Holiday Lunch
THE SENIOR CENTER OF LEESBURG 102 North Street, NW, Suite B, Leesburg, VA 20176 703-737-8039 • loudoun.gov/Seniors-Leesburg
Celebrate the holidays with your friends at the center. There will be a special lunch, and live musical entertainment will be provided by Moonlight Cabaret. Lunch sign up is required. Lunch donation is requested. Contact the center to sign up for lunch. Th 12:00-1:30pm 12/18 Free 245600-01 New Years Eve Party Ring in the new year at the center with friends. There will be hors’ d’oeuvres and music will be provided by everyone’s favorite DJ, DJ Sky. Stop by the center to purchase your ticket. Tu 2:00-4:00pm 12/30 $5/$8 245601-01 Open House Stop by the center to learn all about our activities and events. Our Advisory Board will be present giving tours and handing out goodie bags to visitors. Anyone who joins during the open house will receive an entry in a drawing to win a membership for a year. Th 9:00am-2:00pm 1/22 Free 245603-01 Black History Month Join us during the month of February to celebrate Black History Month. M-F 9:00am-5:00pm 2/1-2/28 Free 245604-01 Pal-entines Day Party Celebrate your friends on Valentines Day with our “Pal”-entines party. There will be hors’ d’oeuvres and music will be provided by DJ Sky. Stop by the office to purchase your tickets. F 2:00-4:00pm 2/13 $5/$8 245605-01
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm • Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm Closed Christmas, 12/24 (noon)-12/26, New Year’s Day, 1/1 Open with limited services, including no bus or meal programs, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/19, Presidents’ Day 2/16 Facebook.com/LeesburgSeniorCenter
SENIOR MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAMS Ages 55 + Senior members and program participants may purchase twelve-month memberships or attend on a drop-in basis. The cost of many activities is included in the membership or drop-in fee. Any additional fees will be noted in the activity listing. Please note that some activities are not open for drop-ins. Memberships are processed during operating hours. Membership fee: $36 resident, $54 non-resident, $3 drop-in fee. All classes/activities are subject to change. ARTS & CRAFTS Ceramics Hand-Building Create your own hand-built art using Ceramic Studio’s slab roller, forms, and tools. Kiln fire and glaze using studio supplies. M-F 9:00am-5:00pm Ongoing Free 927670-01 Sa 8:00am-12:00pm Ongoing Free 927670-02 Sewing For the beginner level. Sewing machines provided. Bring in your sewing project. Assistance provided by Carol. M, F 9:00am-12:00pm Ongoing Free 927671-01 Stitch ‘N B Sew, knit, crochet, and needlework. Assistance provided by Carol. M, F 9:00am-12:00pm Ongoing Free 927672-01
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Health Series Join VCE Nutrition Educator Emily in this monthly lecture series to learn about nutrition in your senior years. This series will cover a variety of topics to empower you to make informed dietary choices to support your health. Th 10:00-11:00am 1/8 Free 245617-01 Th 10:00-11:00am 2/12 Free 245617-02 Medicare Counseling Health insurance can be confusing. Meet 1-on-1 with one of Loudoun County Area Agency on Aging VICAP (Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program) counselors to discuss Medicare questions and get advice from a non-biased source. Call the center or stop by to sign up for a 30-minute appointment. Th 9:00am-12:00pm 1/22 Free 245627-01 Th 9:00am-12:00pm 2/26 Free 245627-02 Tofu Takeover Think tofu is boring? Think again. In Tofu Takeover, VCE Nutrition Educator Emily Jacobs will show you how to transform this humble block into a culinary powerhouse. This class will dive into the art of tofu - from choosing the right type of tofu to cooking techniques that make it shine. By the end, you’ll walk away with a new appreciation for tofu, delicious recipes, and a recipe sample made during the class. W 11:00am-12:00pm 1/28 Free 245628-01
Adult Coloring Coloring Club. All supplies are provided. Instructor: Bob. Tu 10:30-11:30am Ongoing Free
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Art Studio with Carol Share techniques and learn new skills from each other. Bring your supplies and work with expert help from Carol. No registration is required. M 12:30-2:00pm Ongoing Free 927674-01 Drawing Learn techniques and tricks as you learn how to draw with Karen. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 12:30pm. Instructor: Karen. Tu 12:30-1:30pm Ongoing Free 927616-01
FITNESS Intro To Tai Chi & Qi Gong
This introduction to the Tai Chi and Qi Gong class will provide an introduction to the basic movements and philosophy of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. It begins the process of learning basic Yang Style Forms. Instructor: Howard. No PRCS Rec Connect registration required. M 9:30-10:30am Ongoing Free 927607-01
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