Spring & Summer 2025 AG

FRENCH FUN & FITNESS | 50+ YRS Josie Gonot, A Taste of France Fun is guaranteed from our zany hostess, Madame Josie Gonot. Learning new vocabulary gives the older adult mind a workout that strengthens cognitive muscles in the brains so-called executive function area. Fitness of body is the last 15-minutes of each session which are spent outdoors in a slow and focused walking repetition of the day’s key words and phrases. Studies show that memory is enhanced when repetitive phrases for the mind are combined with repetitive actions for the body. Fitness of mind? Definitely! 552519 A 10 am-Noon Th 7/10-7/31 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $54 R-BCCC M | $65 NR O 4 sessions DOWNSIZING WITH EVERYTHING BUT THE HOUSE | 50+ YRS Margaret Wunderlich, Everything But the House Are you overwhelmed by the contents of your home or your parents’ home? Don’t know where to start? This workshop walks you through the overwhelming task of finding the best place for a lifetime of possessions as you downsize. We cover options for gifting, selling and donating on your terms and on your timeline. 552577 A Noon-1 pm Tu 7/15 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR CHERISHED MOMENTS: VINTAGE JEWELRY GATHERING | 50+ YRS Columbus Fashion Academy, Priscila Teixeira Join Priscila Teixeira with Columbus Fashion Academy and celebrate the elegance and stories of vintage jewelry from the early 1900s to today. A perfect chance to explore, reminisce and share your passion for timeless pieces (bring a personal favorite and share a story too). Dive into a delightful journey through history with fellow enthusiasts and reconnect with the art and charm of costume jewelry. Experience the joy of vintage glamour in a community that appreciates the finesse of yesteryears. 552594 A 10-11:30 am W 7/16 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $10 R-BCCC M | $12 NR FAMOUS HISTORIC PHOTOS (PART 2) | 50+ YRS Van Young More of some famous photos from our American past. A most interesting perspective on life in the ‘olden days’. Lots of “oohs and ahhs” with this talk, as we see pictures from the civil war, right up to WWII. 552523 A 10 am-Noon F 7/18 BCCC, Level 5, Event Center Room C $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE | 50+ YRS AARP Driver Safety Instructor The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned. A $20 AARP Member/$25 Non-AARP Member class fee is due to the instructor the day of the class. Exact cash or check payable to AARP. Participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch and drink, no refrigeration available. 552583 A 10 am-2:15 pm W 7/23 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR WHAT DO YOU KNOW? | 50+ YRS Van Young Remember the game Trivial Pursuit, where you could pick a topic and answer a multiple-choice question? This presentation gets everyone involved with questions and fascinating information from a variety of topics like history, science, entertainment, geography and general knowledge. Each audience member has a chance to participate. Get a right answer and win a “delicious” prize. Fun, educational and engaging as we all try to learn about “what we don’t know.” 552524 A 10 am-Noon F 8/15 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $5 R-BCCC M | $6 NR

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