CburgParksRec_Fall 2019

SENIOR PROGRAMS

RECREATION CENTER REFUND POLICY Partial refunds will not be issued for classes or programs unless the instructor is unable to complete the class. In case of can- celled classes due to inclement weather, partial refunds will not be issued if at least 80% of the scheduled class has met. When possible a cancelled class or activity will be rescheduled. SENIOR MONTHLY CALENDAR The senior section distributes a monthly calendar throughout the Town of Christiansburg at the beginning of each month. The calendar lists programs, classes, trips and ongoing activities and special events. Please familiarize yourself with the following abbreviations appearing on the calendar: TR – Town Resident MCC – Meadowbrook Community Center NR – Non-Resident ML – Meadowbrook Library T.Fee – Transportation Fee RPR – Radford Parks and Recreation Rec. Ctr. – Recreation center MCGC – Montgomery County Government Center SENIOR LIBRARY DONATIONS We are currently looking for large print edition books. The senior library has a superb selection of books for our seniors to check out and read at their leisure. Before dropping off books, please contact Tammy Caldwell, (540) 382-2349 ext. 2003 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES POLICY The senior transportation service is conducted on an as-need basis. This service is provided to local senior citizens without access to transportation. This enables individuals to participate in senior trips and special luncheons. When registering for trips or special luncheons, seniors needing to use the transportation service must state this need. Circumstances may arise in which individuals with access to transportation require this service, in these cases policy will be applied at the discretion of the super- visor of senior & special populations programs. If you have any questions, contact Tammy Caldwell at (540) 382-2349 ext. 2003. TRIP TAKERS-A-BLAST FROM THE PAST Mileage for each senior trip taker will be logged in after each trip. At the end of the year, the senior who has traveled the most miles will be awarded a prize. The winner will be announced at our annual luncheon in January. Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center  AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Additional Information: The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. The program has helped millions of drivers protect their safety on today’s roads. AARP has offered its classroom course since 1979. The training is designed to help you: tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge of the rules of the road. learn about normal, age–related physical changes; find out how to adjust your driving to allow for these changes; reduce your traffic violations, crashes, and chances for injuries; drive more safely; get an insurance discount. Auto insurance companies in most states provide multiyear discounts to AARP members! Pre–Register. Minimum: 10 Maximum: 25 Registration Eligibility Date Day of Week Time FEE Sept. 9 – Oct. 8 50 & over Oct. 28 & 29 Monday & Tuesday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $15 AARP Members $20 Non AARP Members  BASKET WEAVERS Additional Information: Group meets the second Monday of each month. Date Day Time Location Sept. 9 Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Classroom 2 Oct. 14 Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Classroom 2 Nov. 8 Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Classroom 2 Dec. 9 Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Classroom 2  BIBLE STUDY Additional Information: Revolving pastors provide non–denominational devotions. Day Time Location Thursdays 10:15 –10:45 a.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Senior Activities Room  BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Additional Information: Keep track of your blood pressure numbers with this FREE service offered on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Day Time Location Wednesday 9 – 10 a.m. Christiansburg Rec Center – Senior Activities Room

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