All Cobb residents age 55+ are invited to participate in activities at various senior centers throughout Cobb. The following is a list of all activities scheduled at the East Cobb Senior Center located at 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta/East Cobb. Call the East Cobb Senior Center at 770-509-4900 for reservations and/or more details.
Beginner iPhone Training (#8542)
Mondays, April 1– 22 ● 1-4pm
$4 Cobb residents; $5 Non-residents
Some iPhones don’t know they can be more than a phone. With proper training, they can do all the following too: alarm clock, flashlight, camera, photo album, weather, compass and much more. Bring your iPhone to the class. iPhones 5 or later only please. Taught by Andy Kastelik.
Six Dimensions of Wellness Workshop (#8546)
Tuesdays, April 2- May 7 ● 10-11:30am
Free; Registration required
This workshop is designed to help you better understand the lifestyle of wellness by applying it within six different dimensions: physical, emotional, social, intellectual, environmental and spiritual. In each of these areas, the key is self-awareness and personalization. April 2 – Intellectual Session; April 9 – Physical Session; April 16 – Environmental Session; April 23 – Spiritual Session; April 30 – Emotional Session; May 7 – Social Session
Funeral Home 101 (#8550)
Wednesday, April 3 ● 10-11am
Free; Registration required
Planning ahead is always good. Join Mayes, WardDobbin to learn to ease your family’s emotional burden, avoid difficult decisions at a stressful time, what happens after the funeral and what documents will you need.
Dementia Stimulation (#8551)
Monday, April 8 ● 10-11:30am
Free; Registration required
Join for an overview of the most common age-related health challenges and how they affect those that have a cognitive impairment while also facing other health challenges. You will participate in hands on exercises designed to simulate what loved ones may experience during dementia.
Flower Arrangement (#8554)
Tuesday, April 9 ● 10-11:30am
Free; Registration required
Learn the art of flower arranging and bring home beautiful flowers to enjoy.
Biography: Coco Chanel Life of a Star (#8555)
Tuesday, April 9 ● 1-2pm
Free; Registration required
Documentary on Coco Chanel She is best known for her contributions to the design and fashion industry. Her designs changed the way we approached the female form, and Hollywood stars would fly her from Paris to Los Angeles just to have a red-carpet dress designed.
Dine-a-Round (#8556)
Wednesday, April 10 ● 11:30am-1pm
Wing Zone 3052 Shallowford Road, Marietta
Registration required.
Advanced Care Planning (#8557)
Friday, April 12 ● 10-11:30am
Free; Registration required
Who would make your health care decisions if you couldn’t make them for yourself? Join this seminar and learn: how to talk with your family about your choices for final health care, how to make decisions on specific medical issues and health conditions, how to legally document your choices and how to appoint someone as your Health Care Agent.
Orthopedic Update-Knee & Hip Replacements (#8558)
Tuesday, April 16 ● 1-2pm
Free; Registration required
Dr. Anil is going to talk about new strategies for hip and knee replacements.
History Corner-Titanic (#8560)
Tuesday, April 23 ● 1-2pm
Free; Registration required
The luxury steamship RMS Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15, 1912, off the coast of Newfoundland in the North Atlantic after sideswiping an iceberg during its maiden voyage. Come to learn more about the Titanic.
AARP Smart Driver (#6830)
Thursday, April 25 ● 9am-4pm
$15.00 AARP members/$20.00 Non-members (cash or check only)
This course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Learn age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate. Check with your insurance agent about a possible discount. Bring a lunch.
Cooking Club
Friday, April 26 ● 10:30-11:30am
Ask the Expert/Medicare Questions (#8090)
Friday, April 26 ● 10am-12:00pm
Free; Registration required
Whether you are turning 65, are already on Medicare, or helping someone with their coverage, plan to attend a meeting with the expert, to get your Medicare questions answered. Call to schedule your 15-minute appointment.
