Upcoming Events for Senior Citizens

has many activities planned for the coming weeks:

Blood Pressure Screening
Jan. 3, 5, 17
10 a.m.-12 p.m.

AARP Driver Safety
Fourth Tuesday and Thursday each month.
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $12 AARP member, $14 non-member.

Dine-a-Round
Wednesday, Jan. 11: Hong Kong Star, 4719 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta.
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Cost: Your meal cost. Registration required.
Meet at the restaurant.

Friday, Jan. 13: Loving Wings by Marty Ruffin Gardner. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Free registration required. January is arriving on the wings of an airplane and the memories of stewardess. Marty Ruffin Gardner will be discussing her book, Loving Wings. Loving Wings is an account of stewardesses encountering passenger and problems since 1940 when pilots declared, “Adding a woman to the crew is about as sensible as removing one of the wings,” to the 1970s when these adventurous women become a mainstay of passenger service. This is Marty’s first hand information about flying the friendly and not so friendly skies, as before retiring, Marty was a stewardess and her husband a flight captain for a major U.S. airline. Books will be available for purchase and signing, or bring your own copy. Reading a story first makes it much more interesting when meeting the author! Come hear about the book and learn about the life of a Flight Attendant.

Biography–Life Stories through Time
Jan. 18: Jane Austen
10 a.m. Cost: Free. Registration required.

While Jane Austen’s books have been in print for over two centuries, the author didn’t live to witness the appreciation of her monumental contribution to English literature. Throughout the years several of her novels have been made into films, confirming that although the world she chronicled has long since disappeared the essence of Austen’s wit and wisdom remain undimmed. In this captivating program we will discover the true story behind this savvy and accomplished writer whose incredible talent becomes all the more impressive when you consider that her two greatest novels, Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility were both written before she turned 21. Join us for a trip into Jane Austen’s world.

History Corner
Jan. 25: Camelot
1 p.m. Cost: Free. Registration required.

Camelot, the home of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, has been shrouded in mystery, romance and magic. But did such a place once exist? Was Arthur merely a fictional character or a bona fide historical figure important to the development of British history? In this enchanting program we will venture with prominent archeologists and historians all over England and Wales as they search for the legendary site of the Round Table. From the sword of Excalibur to Lady Guinevere, Camelot has been the subject of myths, legends, movies and best sellers. Join us for a cutting edge investigation that uncovers the secrets of Camelot!

Ice Cream and a Movie
Monday, Jan. 30: Jane Austen’s Persuasion
1 p.m. Cost: $4 Cobb resident, $5 non-resident. Registration required.

From Jane Austen’s life to one of her amazing stories we will enter her world with Persuasion. Persuasion is the story of a love that survives eight years of dormancy and the frustrating obstacles of class prejudice in 19th century England. Anne (Amanda Root) is captivated when she meets the dignified naval officer Capt. Wentworth (Ciarán Hinds), but she is advised to discourage his romantic overtures because he has no fortune. They meet again eight years later, but now Capt. Wentworth has become wealthy while Anne's father is in reduced circumstances in the wake of reckless extravagance. A series of events ensue which prevent Anne and Wentworth from expressing their mutual and inevitable love. The film builds slowly, occasionally leaving you wondering if anything at all is going to happen. When it does, you realize how carefully crafted a film this is, and the final result is grandly rewarding.

North Cobb Multipurpose Center

Photo Club
First Tuesdays
Jan. 3
10 a.m. 

AARP Driver Safety
Jan. 3 and 5
First Tuesday and Thursday each month. Must attend both classes.
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
$12 AARP member, $14 non-member.

North Cobb Senior Singles
First Wednesdays
Jan. 4
11:30 a.m.
$15 annual dues.
Must be 55 or above and single. This is not a dating service.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop
Jan. 5
2 p.m.- 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. registration required.
Are you dealing with a chronic disease? Are you caring for a loved one with a chronic disease? Then this workshop is for you. This will kick off a 6-week class on managing the symptoms, side effects, emotional and physical issues involved. Presented by RSVPCobb, Senior-to-Senior Advocacy Team.

Book Lovers
First Fridays
Jan. 6  
11 a.m.

Bingo Bonanza
Jan. 6
1 p.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: $3 Cobb residents, $4 non-residents.
Snacks provided.

Garden Club
First Mondays
Jan. 9
11 a.m.

Hiking Club
First Tuesdays
Jan. 9
11 a.m.

Men’s Luncheon
Jan. 10
12 p.m.
Cost: $5 Cobb residents, $6 non-residents.
Come and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation and good food. Mayor Allegood of Acworth will be the guest speaker.

Wii Bowling
Jan. 13
10:30 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required.

Let's Do Lunch!  
Jan. 19: J.D.’s Bar-B-Que, 4424 S. Main Street, Acworth.
11:30 a.m.
Cost: Your meal cost.
Meet at the restaurant. Reservation required.

Film on Friday
Jan. 20
1 p.m.
Cost: $1 Cobb residents, $2 non-residents.
Water for Elephants
PG 13 Drama. Starring Reese Witherspoon. After the death of his parents, a veterinary student gives up school and joins a traveling circus as their personal veterinarian.

Helping Hands-Auto Repair
Jan. 24
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required.
Learn helpful tips on how to maintain your car, what you can do yourself and when to take your car in for repairs. Presented by Acworth Automotive.

Caregiver Support Group
Fourth Tuesday of each month   
Jan. 24
10 a.m.-11 a.m.
This group is for anyone 55 and above who is caring for a loved one. This meeting will be facilitated by Mitzi Oates with Amedisys Home Health and Hospice. If you have any questions about the group please call 770-382-0114.

Trivia and Pizza!
Jan. 27
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $4 Cobb residents, $5 non-residents.
Come and test your knowledge of trivia, enjoy pizza and have fun.