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YO U R C O N N E C T I O N TO T H E A L L E N S E N I O R R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R

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                                                             Veterans Day Celebration
                                                             NEW Extended Trips
                                                             Special Holiday Entertainment
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                                            TAB L E O F CO NTENTS
YOUR CONNECTION TO THE
ALLEN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER                                      4        Travel Link

CLOSURES
 NOV 22 & 23
 DEC 24 & 25
                    Thanksgiving
                    Christmas
                                                                    9        Learning Link
 JAN 1, 2019		      New Year's Day

MONTHLY                                                             12       Creative Link

HIGHLIGHTS
 NOV 12 Veterans Day Celebration
 		(page 7)                                                         14       Common Link

 NOV 16       Thanksgiving Luncheon

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 		           (Inside Front Cover)
                                                                             Active Link
 NOV 26 -     Holiday Toy Drive (page 10)
 DEC 7

 DEC 7

              Christmas Party & Luncheon
              (Inside Front Cover)
                                                                    20       Open Game Play

 DEC 12 Holiday Entertainment
 		(Page 8)                                                         21       Volunteer Link

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 RE CR E AT I ON CEN TER
 451 St. Mary Drive                                                          Helpful Links
 Allen, Texas 75002
 C ON TAC T
 214.509.4820
                                                                           ON THE COVE R
 LifeInAllen.org
                                                                           In September 2018, the
 H OU R S OF O P ER ATI ON                                                 Garden Group toured the
 Mon, Wed, Fri: 7AM-5PM                                                    hydroponic        greenhouses
                                                                           at Profound Micro Farms in
 Tues and Thurs: 7AM-8PM                                                   Lucas, Texas. The Garden
 Meal Services: Noon-1PM                                                   Group       participates   in
                                                                           various trips, and speaker
                                                                           presentations, as well as
                                                                           cultivating the ASRC Garden.
                                                                           For more information about
                                                                           the Garden, see page 13.

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TRAV EL
                                                                                              THE TEN TENORS

    ♦♦ Please do not park in
       the handicap spaces
       while on a trip.

    ♦♦ Those that can easily
       walk,    please   try                                                              Photo Credit: The TEN Tenors Facebook Page

       parking at the east
       or west parking lots        BACK TO CANTON ● ● ●                  ONE THIRTY
       across the street at        Count-on us to take you               PRODUCTIONS: A
       the Allen Heritage          shopping! The best time               CHRISTMAS SURVIVAL
       Village.   This  will       to shop is on the Thursday            GUIDE ●
       increase the number         before the big weekend                This year’s One Thirty Holiday
       of parking spaces for       begins.       So, ASRC has            performance is sure to be
       members attending
                                   scheduled this year’s trip for        entertaining. A Christmas
       the Center on trip
       days.
                                   Thursday, November 1. Enjoy           Survival Guide is a how-to
                                   a fun, full day of shopping and       guide on enjoying the holiday
    ♦♦ Arrive at least 20          eating at the historical Trade        season presented in songs
       minutes before the          Days Market! We will leave            and vignettes that are both
       printed departure time.     the Center at 8:15AM and              hilarious and heart-warming.
                                   return at 4:30PM. Remember            Enjoy lunch beforehand at
    ♦♦ The bus leaves on time,     there will be a lot of walking,       Smoky Rose in Dallas.
       so please don’t be left     and it’s outdoors, so it is           9225, TH, 12/06, 10:30AM-4:30PM,$21
       behind.
                                   recommended to bring a hat
                                                                         DEERFIELD HOME
    ♦♦ Return    times     are     and/or sunscreen.
                                   9743, TH, 11/01, 8:15AM-4:30PM, $12
                                                                         OWNERS ASSOCIATON
       approximate        due
                                                                         CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOUR-
       to traffic and other
       unforeseen situations.
                                   MYSTERY TRIP ● ●                      PLANO, TEXAS ● ●
                                   If you’re feeling brave, then         This magical experience
    ♦♦ Please be considerate       let us surprise you with a            of lights will take us in a
       of others and be on the     day trip that will be filled          horse drawn wagon. Dress
       bus at the designated       with fun, entertainment and           warm, bring your blankets
       return departure time.
                                   education. It will be sure to         and holiday cheer. Space is
    ♦♦ Those who return late       please any person who is              limited, so be sure to reserve
       to the bus may forfeit      a fan of Collin County and            your spot today!
       future trip privileges.     enjoys antics! Plan to stop for 9535, TU, 12/11, 5:00-8:30PM, $30
                                   lunch during the trip. Don’t
    ♦♦ You must travel round-
       trip on the bus to
                                   let this exciting experience
       participate in the trips.   pass you by!
                                   9507, TH, 11/08, 8:30AM-2:30PM, $10

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DINNER & THE TEN
TENORS ●                                             LUNC H B R EA K
Begin this seasonal evening,
with a delicious Italian dinner
at Allen’s Spazo Restaurant.                       DEGENHARDT'S BRAT HAUS -
                                                      LEGACY FOOD HALL
                                                                                            RED STIX ASIAN STREET FOOD -
                                                                                                 LEGACY FOOD HALL

After dinner, the night
continues at The Eisseman
Center      to     experience
a holiday concert by
Australia’s most successful
touring classically based
contemporary music groups                                   Photo Credit: Degenhardt's                 Photo Credit: Red Stix Asian

of all time, the TEN Tenors.
                                                             Brat Haus Facebook Page                   Street Food Facebook Page

The seats are located in the
                                       LEGACY FOOD HALL - PLANO, TEXAS ● ●
Orchestra level. Price does
                                       What is a Food Hall? It’s a new dining and drinking experience
not include dinner.                    in North Texas. This food hall in Plano has more than 24
9530, TU, 12/18, 4:15-10:30PM, $72
                                       artisanal food stalls run by local chefs. Aspiring restaurateurs
BOOK OF MORMON -                       create the next best food trends. Experience an array of
FAIR PARK MUSIC HALL ●                 international sights, smells, sounds and tastes. Come hungry
                                       with an open mind for all types of new food eateries.
At the Fair Park Music Hall,
                                       9528, TH, 11/15, 10:45AM-2PM, $5
enjoy a night production
of the Dallas Summer
Musical series. The Book of            HUCK'S CATFISH - DENISON, TEXAS ●
Mormon follows two young               Let’s travel north to Denison and eat some mouth-watering
                                       catfish! Huck’s is known for their Mississippi-Style catfish.
missionaries who are sent
                                       For those of you that don’t eat catfish, try out their country
to Uganda to try to convert
                                       fried steak or chicken along with their homestyle side dishes.
citizens to the Mormon                 Let’s go!
religion. Upon their arrival           9536, TH, 12/13, 10:15AM-1:30PM, $9
in Africa, they learn that in
a society plagued by AIDS,
poverty and violence, a
successful mission may not
be as easy as they expected.                                        TRIP LEGEND
Winner of nine Tony Awards
including    Best    Musical,
The Book of Mormon has a
comedic edge that has won              EASY               MODERATE                       ACTIVE
audiences all around the               Generally     Able to stand or                    Lots of
country. Please be aware                                                                 walking, good
                                       light walking walk for longer
it does contain explicit                             periods without                     physical health
language. Dinner at All Good
                                                     assistance                          recommended
Café in Dallas beforehand.
Register today to reserve
your spot!
9784, TH, 1/31/19, 4:15-10:30PM, $67

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EXTEND ED TRAV E L
            RED RIVER MARDI GRAS BASH                              KEUKENHOF GARDENS -                             BEALE STREET -
             - SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA                                    HOLLAND                                  MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE

                  Photo Credit: Shreveport Bossier Facebook Page       Photo Credit: Keukenhof Gardens Website      Photo Credit: Visit Memphis Facebook Page

    MARDI GRAS TRIP: SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA ● ● ●
    FEBRUARY 22-24, 2019
    Let’s celebrate Mardi Gras at the 13th Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash! The festivities will
    include visits to a float-loading party, a bakery making Mardi Gras cakes and an opportunity
    to see the making of a Mardi Gras mask. The group will enjoy a front row experience in an
    exclusive group party tent with reserved seating to watch one of the largest Mardi Gras parades
    in Louisiana, spending the afternoon enjoying live entertainment, marching bands, outrageous
    Mardi Gras personalities, savory Cajun and Creole food, king cake and of course, lots of beads.
    Additional trip highlights will include a visit to the Duck Commander Warehouse and gift shop
    and to the Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum. Don’t miss out joining us and having some fun!
    TRIP: 8595, DOUBLE: $498/ SINGLE: $627

    ASRC & COLLETTE VACATIONS PRESENT: SPRINGTIME TULIP RIVER CRUISE ● ● ●
    APRIL 4-12, 2019
    Savor the springtime in Holland and Belgium with a river cruise that is sure to leave truly memorable
    impressions. Admire the colorful glory of the blooming Dutch tulip fields, and be astonished by the
    endless windmills. This extended trip is 9 days/8 nights with 20 meals included (7 breakfasts, 6
    lunches and 7 dinners).
    TRIP:
    7532, LOWER OUTSIDE/DOUBLE: $4699
    7534, MIDDLE OUTSIDE/DOUBLE: $5199
    7535, UPPER OUTSIDE/DOUBLE: $5599
    7536, SUITE/DOUBLE: $7699
    7537, INSURANCE, $385

    BLUES, ROCK 'N' ROLL, ELVIS AND MUCH MORE: TUNICA, MS & MEMPHIS, TN ● ●
    MAY 20-24, 2019
    Discover Tunica, Mississippi and experience Memphis, Tennessee, on a 5-day, 4-night excursion!
    Included are guided tours of Memphis, the “Home of the Blues,” Sun Studio the Birthplace of Rock
    ‘N’ Roll, the Rock ‘N’ Soul Museum, Graceland and much more.
    TRIP: 9191, DOUBLE: $587 / SINGLE: $804
    DEPOSIT: $120 (DUE BY 01/20/19), FINAL PAYMENT: DUE BY 3/13/19

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L EA RNI NG

                                                       MENTAL AEROBICS         SEMINAR
                                                                            ANNOUNCEMENTS
                                                                                          THE
                                                                              FITNESS
                                                                            ORIENTATION
                                                                               WITH DR. TROY
                                                                            ALLAM WILL RETURN
                                                                             IN JANUARY 2019.

                                                                                          NEW
BIBLE STUDY                                                                   TEXAS A&M
                                       ART APPRECIATION – IN
Meet      fellow    members
                                       COLLABORATION WITH
                                                                               AGRILIFE
to discuss the Bible in a                                                     SEMINARS WITH
                                       ALLEN ARTS ALLIANCE
structured study. This is a                                                   LINDA HAMPTON
                                       This class is an art
non-denominational class.                                                      WILL BEGIN IN
                                       appreciation program where
Enjoy this group for fun and
                                       you can explore some of the             JANUARY 2019.
fellowship. Facilitator: Elijah
                                       great masterpieces of the art
Williams.
9506, TH, 11/01-12/27, 12:30-1:45PM,   world without leaving Allen      MENTAL AEROBICS
FREE                                   Senior Recreation Center.        Mental Aerobics is a class
                                       Janel Smith and Lizzy Hicks      designed to help you
AARP DRIVER SAFETY                     are experienced volunteers.      maintain your cognitive
The Nation's largest refresher         They will show artwork, talk     skills.   These skills are
course for drivers 50+ years.          about the artists and history,   those associated with lower
Learn defensive driving                and lead a discussion about      incidence      of    dementia
techniques and evidence                the art. New programs are        and increased functional
based strategies to keep you           from the National Gallery Art,   independence. Lee Starks is
safe on the roads and reduce           Washington, DC.                  a social worker and benefits
your overall maintenance               November       Topic:    Dali    counselor who has worked
and car insurance costs. Fee           Museum in Florida                in dementia care for over 20
is payable to instructor by            9232, F, 11/09, 10-11:30AM, FREE years. The goal is fun with a
cash or check on the day of            December Topic: Van Gogh purpose!
class.                                 Museum in Amsterdam              9240, M, 11/26 & 12/10, 11:15AM-
7806, M, 11/05, 12:30-5PM, $15 (AARP   9233, F, 12/14, 10-11:30AM, FREE   12:15PM, FREE
MEMBERS)/$20 (NON-AARP MEMBERS

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GLAUCOMA SEMINAR
     Glaucoma is a treatable eye
     condition that can cause
     debilitating or even complete
     vision loss often without any
     noticeable symptoms.         In
     an effort to not only raise
     awareness, but also bring
     clarity on what Glaucoma is,
     Dr J. Brooks Wood, Jr. O.D.
     will give a general overview
     of the condition, present
     ways to prevent Glaucoma,
     and how to live life with
     Glaucoma. There will be time
     at the end of the presentation
     for a Q & A session.
     9782, W, 11/07, 11AM-12PM

     DEALING WITH THE
     HOLIDAY BLUES
     When others are singing
     Jingle Bells, would you rather
     just go somewhere to hide
     until the holiday season is
     over? Joy Hinkelman, Social
     Worker from the Wellness
     Center in Plano will be here
     for encouragement and
     support for those that might
     have a sad feeling about the
     holidays. Whether you have
     bad holiday memories, lost a
     loved one or just want tips to
     help others with the holidays,
     this seminar will bring some
     tips and techniques to deal
     with this season.
     9783, W, 11/14, 11AM-12PM

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                                                                          COLOR TIME
                                                           FINE ARTS CLUB
                                                                          Adult coloring presents a
                                                                          creative venture without the
                                                                          need for artistic flair. Coloring
                                                                          pages for adults help de-
                                                                          stress, takes them back to
                                                                          childhood and activates
                                                                          both parts of the brain. To
                                                                          get started, coloring pages
                                                                          will be available. Before
                                                                          long, it will be so easy to find
                                                                          coloring books that spur your
                                                                          creativity. You will be guided
     CERAMICS                         FINE ARTS CLUB
                                                                          in coloring techniques to
     Create beautiful ceramic         Do you work in oils, pastels,
                                                                          stay within lines and more.
     pieces for yourself or as        watercolor, graphite/colored
                                                                          Facilitator: Phyllis Bronder
     gifts. Learn how to clean        pencils, or acrylic? Join the 9505, F, 11/02-12/28, 11AM-12PM, FREE
     green ware, glaze, paint         group of artists working on
     designs and much more.           their individual pieces while HOLIDAY CRAFT
     Open to beginners and            sharing information, fun, and Do you like tiny houses?
     intermediate students but        friendship with a common Craft a tiny winter scene
     basic knowledge of painting      interest in art. Facilitator: using repurposed materials
     is needed to participate.        Phyllis Bronder.                    and your imagination to
     Instruction is on the 1st and    9226, T, 11/06-11/27, 9AM-1PM, $20
                                                                          create your wooden village.
     3rd Mondays of each month        9227, T, 12/03-12/18, 9AM-1PM, $15
                                                                          All materials provided. No
     for most months. On the          PASSING HATS                        prior experience needed.
     other Mondays, spend time        For over four years, ASRC The instructor will collect $2
     working on your projects.        ladies have knitted hats for supplies on the day of the
     Supply list available when       for cancer patients that craft. Volunteer Instructor:
     you register. Instructor: Sara   are       undergoing         cancer Marilyn Cox
     Cantlon. No classes on           treatment. Stop by on the 9504, W, 12/12, 10-11:30AM, $3 (PLUS
     M, 12/24.                        third Tuesday of the month
                                                                          $2 SUPPLY FEE)
     7802, M, 11/05-11/26, 9:30AM-
     12:30PM, $29                     to pick up donated yarn
     7803, M, 12/03-12/31, 9:30AM-    to make more hats while
     12:30PM, $29                     dropping off completed hats.
                                      These hats will be distributed
                                      to local cancer hospitals for
                                      their patients. Come in the
                                      Craft Room for Passing Hats.
                                      Facilitator: Pat Woodside
                                      T, 11/20, 9:45-10:30AM
                                      T, 12/18, 9:45-10:30AM

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                                                                      GENEALOGY CLUB
                                                      COLLECTORS CLUB Members of this club enjoy
                                                                      tracing their roots. There
                                                                      are beginners as well as
                                                                      experienced genealogists
                                                                      and new members are
                                                                      welcome anytime. Special
                                                                      speaker and trips are a part of
                                                                      this program. The meetings
                                                                      are held on the fourth
                                                                      Monday, unless specified
                                                                      differently     because      of
                                                                      holidays. Facilitator: Charles
     GARDEN GROUP                     COLLECTORS CLUB                 Law. No club meeting in
     Are you a past gardener? Do      For collectors of coins, December 2018.
     you still enjoy getting your     stamps,               currency, 9222, M, 11/26, 1-2PM, FREE
     hands dirty in the garden        memorabilia,      autographs,
     and reeping the rewards of       or anything else. Bring MODELING CLUB
     all your labor during harvest?   your collection or just bring What is modeling? Modeling
     Please come and help             yourself to learn more about is creating objects such as
     cultivate our own Garden out     this hobby. FREE appraisals if trains, planes, automobiles,
     back along with your fellow      needed. Facilitator: Richard ships, buildings or structures
     ASRC members.                    Loudermilk                      as a hobby. Members can
     9224, M, 11/05-12/31, 11:15AM-   W, 9-10AM, FREE                 bring their projects or just
     12PM, FREE                                                       bring themselves to learn
                                      STITCHIN’ TIME                  about modeling. Facilitator:
     CASH BINGO                       Join the group for Stitchin’ Roy Durell
     Play Bingo every Tuesday         Time. Bring any kind of T, 1:30-3:30PM, FREE
     from 3-5PM. Card purchases       handwork project such as
     are $1 each with a maximum       crochet, knit, embroidery, QUILTING CLUB
     of 6 cards and start at 2:15PM   or cross stitch. Enjoy the Bring your quilting project
     with no exceptions. Bingo        fellowship and fun while and join this group to
     now played on Tuesdays           working on your projects. share information, fun, and
     only. Guests are welcome.        Led by all who come!            friendship. Facilitator: Ruth
     Win up to $10.                   M, 12:30-3PM, FREE              Meyers
                                                                      9199, W, 11/07 & 11/21,
                                                                      12:30-4PM, FREE
                                                                      9200, W, 12/05 & 12/19,
                                                                      12:30-4PM, FREE

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AC TIVE

                                                                            CHAIR YOGA
                                                 SILVERSNEAKERS CLASSIC     Chair Yoga is practiced
                                                                            sitting in a chair or standing
                                                                            using the chair for support.
                                                                            The poses, or Asanas, are
                                                                            adaptations of Hatha yoga
                                                                            poses seated. The last 5-8
                                                                            minutes will be guided
                                                                            meditation to relax and
                                                                            sooth the mind and body.
                                                                            Instructor: P. Parker
                                                                            8028, T, 11/06-11/27, 11:30AM-12:15PM,
                                                                            $16
                                                                            8029, T, 12/04-12/18, 11:30AM-12:15PM,
                                                                            $12
ARTHRITIS: GET MOVIN!                CHAIR VOLLEYBALL
A low-to-moderate intensity          More fun than you can stand–           PERSONAL TRAINING
fitness     class   improving        while seated! Chair volleyball         WITH KERRY STALLO
strength,          endurance,        is great for upper-body                Begins with a 30-minute
flexibility and balance. This        mobility, reflexes, hand-eye           assessment. During the
class will benefit those             coordination and endurance,            assessment, Kerry Stallo,
experiencing          arthritis,     but     more      importantly,         certified personal trainer, will
chronic joint/muscle pain,           camaraderie. The game’s                review your medical history,
limited or painful movement          played with a beach ball and           fitness goals, and assess your
and will work on improving           net. Facilitator: Pat Gilbert.         current physical condition.
abilities to do daily tasks          Class is FREE.                         For more information or to
and generally feeling more           8135, W/F, 11/02-11/30, W 11AM-12PM;   schedule an appointment,
energized.          Instructor:      F 9-10:45AM                            please call 214.244.7004.
                                     8136, W/F, 12/05-12/28, W 11AM-12PM;   PER PERSON: $50/50 MINUTES OR
G. Allen. Class is FREE.             F 9-10:45AM
9189, M/W, 11/05-11/28, 9-9:45AM                                            TWO PEOPLE: $60/50 MINUTES
9190, M/W, 11/05-11/28, 10-10:45AM                                          (MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED)
9247, M/W, 12/03-12/31, 9-9:45AM
                                     CHAIR VOLLEYBALL -
9248, M/W, 12/03-12/31, 10-10:45AM   TEAM PRACTICE
                                     Chair Volleyball - Team
                                     Practice is for those who are
                                     on a team and want to come
                                     and practice. This will be for
                                     practice only. Chair Volley
                                     ball open play will be held on
                                     Wednesdays and Fridays.
                                     T, 4:30-6:30PM

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SILVERSNEAKERS CLASSIC                    STRENGTH-CORE-
                              TAI CHI
                                              Increase       cardiovascular             BALANCE DROP-IN
                                              and muscular endurance                    T, 10-10:45AM, $9 PER CLASS
                                              with this high-energy circuit             F, 9-9:45AM, $9 PER CLASS
                                              workout. Use handheld
                                                                                        STRENGTH-CORE-
                                              weights, elastic tubing and a
                                                                                        BALANCE PLUS!
                                              ball to increase upper-body
                                                                                        Focus on stomach, back,
                                              strength. The multi-level,
                                                                                        chest and hip exercises.
                                              equipment-based workout is
                                                                                        Restore balance, develop
                                              alternated with non-impact
                                                                                        core strength and build
                                              aerobics. Instructors: M. Tonn,
                                                                                        muscle while minimizing
                                              B. Jordan. Silver Sneakers
                                                                                        injuries with a full-body
                                              Members: FREE; Non-Silver
                                                                                        workout       with     balance
                                              Sneaker Members: See
                                                                                        postures,      chairs,    mats,
                                              pricing below.
                                              8163, M, 11/05-11/26, 11-11:45AM, $9.75   weights, bands and stability
     BEGINNER I - LINE DANCE                                                            balls. Instructor: Kerry Stallo
                                              8164, T, 11/06-11/27, 9-9:45AM, $13
     LESSONS                                  8165, TH, 11/01-11/29, 1-1:45PM, $13      8147, TH, 11/01-11/29, 9-10AM, $35
     This class is intended for the           8166, M, 12/03-12/31, 11-11:45AM, $13     8148, TH, 12/06-12/27, 9-10AM, $35
     true beginner. You will be               8167, T, 12/04-12/18, 9-9:45AM, $9.75     STRENGTH-CORE-
     taught basic line dance steps            8168, TH, 12/06-12/27, 1-1:45PM, $13      BALANCE PLUS! DROP-IN
     through a new dance every                                                          TH, 9-9:45AM, $10 PER CLASS
     week. Line dance involves             STRENGTH-CORE-
     remembering the sequence              BALANCE                                      INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI
     of steps of each dance.               Restore balance, develop                     This class includes both Tai
     Instructor: S. King                   core strength and build lean                 Chi and Qigong. These low-
     8119, W, 11/14-11/28, 3:45-4:45PM, $9 muscle while minimizing                      impact exercises calm the
     8120, W, 12/05-12/26, 3:45-4:45PM,    injuries through a progressive               mind and improve overall
     $12                                   instruction method and full-                 wellness, balance, muscle
                                           body workout with balance                    strength, coordination and
     BEGINNER II - LINE DANCE postures,                  chairs,    mats,               flexibility.
     LESSONS                               weights, bands and stability                 Instructor: Charles Pruett.
     This class is for people balls. Instructor: Kerry Stallo                           8143, M/W/F, 11/02-11/30, 11:15AM-
     with some basic line dance 8153, T, 11/06-11/27, 10-10:45AM, $31                   12PM, $12
     knowledge and experience, 8154, F, 11/02-11/30, 9-9:45AM, $24                      8144, M/W/F, 12/03-12/31, 11:15AM-
     preferably 2-4 months. You 8155, T, 12/04-12/18, 10-10:45AM, $24                   12PM, $12
     are expected to know some 8156, F, 12/14-12/28, 9-9:45AM, $24
     basic line dance steps. One
     new line dance is introduced
     in every class to teach you
     a new line dance step.
     Instructor: S. King
     8125, W, 11/14-11/28, 2-3:30PM, $12.75
     8126, W, 12/19-12/26, 2-3:30PM, $8.50
     8131, M, 11/12-11/26, 2-3:30PM, $12.75
     8132, M, 12/03-12/31, 2-3:30PM, $17

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PU N CH CA RD S
Punch Cards must be purchased at the ASRC Front Desk before
attending class. Punch Cards will need to be given to the instructor
before each class you attend. Punch Cards are non-refundable and
non-transferrable. Lost or stolen Punch Cards will not be replaced. All
Punch Cards expire six-months after date of purchase.

LINE DANCING-IMPROVER/INTERMEDIATE
For experienced line dancers who know the names of
step moves. Learn new dances on Tuesdays and practice
on Thursdays. Improve to advanced current popular line
dances taught to Country Western, Blues, Jazz, Salsa
and Hip Hop. Instructor: G. Donaldson
8137, T/TH, 12:30-1:30PM, $28/16 PUNCHES

PILATES
This class is a mind-body exercise which will promote
good posture, increase flexibility, improve balance,
build core strength and help create lean strong muscles
without adding bulk. Instructor: S. Pai
8548, M/TH/F, 10:15-11:00AM, $63/12 PUNCHES

YOGA
Practice slow-flow style, Vinyasa yoga with a calm and
peaceful state of moving meditation. Flow yoga links
breath and movement while increasing wellness. All
levels welcome. Modifications are shown for different
abilities. Instructor: Instructor: S. Pai
8550, M/W/F, 9-10AM, $75/12 PUNCHES

ZUMBA GOLD
ZUMBA® Gold is a fun fitness program based on
Latin and international dance styles with lower-
intensity, easy-to-follow choreography focusing on
balance, range of motion and coordination. No dance
experience required and all levels welcome. Instructor:
(N. Brown)
8555, M/F, 10:15-11AM, $36/12 PUNCHES

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OPEN GAME PLAY
     Open Game Play is a time for all members to enjoy! If you have an established group who
     plays on a regular basis, please remember to welcome new faces to your game during the
          times posted for Open Game Play. Staff are happy to add new times and games.

     The Center reserves the right to make room adjustments before, during or after scheduled
                              game play for Center or City Programs.

            MON DAY                        T UE SDAY                     WE DNE SDAY

                                             12-3 P M
                                     “42 ” & H A ND & F OOT                  12-3 P M
          10 : 3 0AM-3PM                      1-3 P M                      P INOCH L E
           MAH J ONG G                       BU NCO                          1-4P M
                                             4-7 P M                 PA RT Y BR IDGE C LUB
                                          CA R D PA RT Y

           T H URS DAY                                                      F RIDAY
                                       Program schedules
                                        will be modified to
             12 - 3PM                accomodate the holiday              10 :3 0 A M -3 P M
        ME X I CAN T RAIN           season and ASRC special               M A H J ONGG
              4 - 7 PM                 events. If you have                   1-4P M
           BI D WHIST                   questions, please            PA RT Y BR IDGE C LUB
                                      contact Laura Russell.

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VOLUNTEER
                                              We are so thankful to all of our Volunteers
                           VOLUNTEER FUN      & Partners who support ASRC activities
                                              and programs each month:

                                               • Education Facilitators for bringing meaningful
                                                 seminars to our Center.
                                               • All of the event partners, vendors, volunteers
                                                 and staff for their support of this year's Happy
                                                 Fall Fest.
                                               • Legend in McKinney and Parkview in Allen
                                                 for their support with our monthly Country
                                                 Western Dances.
                                               • Collin County Master Gardeners for their help
                                                 with ASRC Garden Group.
                                               • AARP Safe Driving Class Instructor
                                               • Acapella Home Health for their support of the
                                                 Tailgate Party
                                               • Congratulations to Nancy Cook and Richard
                                                 Loudermilk for being the ASRC Volunteer of
                                                 the Month for September and October.

 WELCOME N EW AS RC STA F F

                             Allen Senior Recreation Center welcomes its newest
                             Recreation Specialist I, Cheryl Drennan. Cheryl is married
                             with three boys and has lived in Allen for 27 years. Her
                             sons are active in sports and she enjoys attending all their
                             games. She worked part-time at Reed Elementary School
                             for the past three years before coming on board at Allen
                             Senior Recreation Center. Her past work experience
                             has been in administrative and customer service. She
                             loves photography and travel. She completed a Digital
                             Photography Certificate through Collin College. She
                             belongs to the groups Dallas Center of Photography
                             and American Society of Media Photographers. She is
 CHERYL DRENNAN
 Recreation Specialist I     also an active volunteer with her church and the schools
                             where her boys attend in Allen.

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H EL PF UL LIN KS
     Allen Senior Recreation Center is for persons 50 years of age and older, including their spouses. A variety of programs, trips,
     special events, activities and classes are offered at low-cost or free. Membership to the Center is only $5 a year for residents and
     $24 a year for non-residents. Resident rates include City of Allen citizens and employees working for businesses, corporations or
     organizations in the City of Allen. Proof of residency requires both a current water bill and driver’s license. Proof of employment
     in Allen requires a recent paycheck stub.

     GUEST POLICY                                                            REFUNDS
     A guest 50 years or older is entitled to one complimentary day          Customer service is our top priority, and it is strongly
     at the Center. Additional visits are $3 per visit with a maximum        encouraged you are aware of the following guidelines before
     of four visits per calendar year. If you have questions, please         registering for a program or trip. If you are not satisfied with a
     see a staff member at the front desk.                                   class, please let staff know immediately so the situation can
                                                                             be remedied.
     DAILY LUNCH
     Lunch is served Monday–Friday at 12PM for $3 or $4 per                  FULL REFUNDS
     person. Reservations must be received by 9:30AM. Lunch                  Full refunds will be given only if participation is not possible due
     menus, including lunch policies are available at the front desk.        to class/trip cancellation or a change in day, time or location
     Complimentary coffee and tea are available every day in the             initiated by staff. Refunds will not be subject to administrative
     dining room.                                                            charges.
     LIBRARY                                                                 PARTIAL REFUNDS
     A large selection of hardback novels is available in the library.       Partial refunds will be given if:
     Members may borrow books on the honor system. Donations                 1. Participation is canceled after the class starts due to
     of hardback novels are accepted, but due to storage limitations,             unusual circumstances (e.g. sickness or injury). The refund
     Readers Digest volumes cannot be accepted.                                   will be prorated minus charges for furnished supplies. All
                                                                                  partial refunds are subject to a $10 administrative fee.
     TRANSPORTATION                                                          2. Participation is canceled regardless of reason with
     Transportation is provided to and from the Center for Allen                  notification of five (5) or more calendar days before the
     residents who do not have their own transportation. Please see               class starts. (See: Trip Refund Policy Exception)
     a staff member at the front desk for more information and how           3. Participation in any class is canceled with less than five (5)
     to make reservations.                                                        calendar days notice, and the vacancy is filled prior to the
     FITNESS ROOM                                                                 start of the program.
     The fitness room is open to all members on a first come, first          NO REFUNDS
     served basis. Rules are posted on the fitness room door.                No refunds will be given if participation is canceled with
     Proper shoes required. Treadmills, bikes, ellipticals and weight        notification less than five (5) calendar days before the class or
     machines are available.                                                 trip starts.
     ASSUMPTION OF RISK                                                      TRIP REFUNDS
     By registering for a class, there is an assumption of risk by           1.     Purchasing non-refundable tickets is a common
     the participant. Allen Parks and Recreation Department is                      occurrence with day trips. If you cancel your registration,
     dedicated to providing safe facilities and equipment for all                   regardless of time, a refund will be issued only in the event
     participants, as well as qualified staff and instructors. In the               that your spot can be filled.
     event of a serious accident or illness, it is City policy to contact    2.     Extended trip refund policy varies for each trip. See
     the City of Allen Fire Department Emergency Services to                        specific trip information for details.
     perform first aid and, when necessary, recommend transport
     to a hospital. Emergency contacts on file will be contacted as
     soon as the situation allows.

       ALLEN SENIOR RECREATION CENTER STAFF                                              SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE

       CE N T E R SUP E RV I S O R            R E C R E AT I O N S P EC IAL IST I        Bob Hanna
       Julie Olles                           Justine Anderson                            Bruce Howard
                                             Jane Canady                                 Julia Devaney
       PR OGRAM SUP E RV I S O R             Mary Hinkle
                                                                                         Vin Govinder
       David Stuckey                         Carmen Martin
                                                                                         Patricia Woodside
                                             Scott Meaders
       RE CRE AT I ON S P E C I A L I ST I I                                             Darlene Zumo
                                             Cheryl Drennan
       Denise Fenner                                                                     Connie Holliday Jadlow
       Laura Russell                         FI T N E S S I N STR UC TO R                Rotating Parks Board Member
       Renee Frizzell                        Greta Allen

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