St. Johns County Council on Aging releases February events schedule

The St. Johns County Council on Aging has released its schedule of classes and events for February 2023. COA offers activities, services, programs and opportunities for all ages.

The main site is at 180 Marine St. in St. Augustine, but there are other community centers. For information or details, go to coasjc.org call 904-209-3700.

COA’s RIVER HOUSE, 179 Marine St., St. Augustine

Classes are four to seven weeks long and begin the first week of February. For questions, call 904-209-3655 or email tharris@coasjc.org. For information, go to www.coasjc.org/river-house.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Registration is required for the following programs, and space is limited.  To review course details and to register, go to https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/river-house.

Watercolor 1 Class: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 1.

Ukulele Level 2 for Beginners: Four weeks starting at 9:45 a.m. Feb. 1.

Chair Yoga: Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 1.

Blues Guitar: Four weeks starting at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 1.

Beginning Acrylic Landscape Painting: Four weeks starting at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 1.

Hooping for Fitness and Fun: Four weeks starting at 11:45 a.m. Feb. 1.

Tap Dancing Level 3: Four weeks starting at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 1.

Intermediate Painting: Four weeks starting at 2 p.m. Feb. 1.

Herbology: Four weeks starting at 3 p.m. Feb. 1

Chair Yoga: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 2.

Beginning Acrylic Landscape Painting: Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 2.

Belly Dance (Level 2): Four weeks starting at 10:45 a.m. Feb. 2.

Belly Dance for Fitness and Fun: Four weeks starting at 11:45 a.m. Feb. 2.

Colored Pencil Art: Four weeks starting at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 2.

Tap Dancing Level 2: Four weeks starting at 2 p.m. Feb. 2.

Dance Synergy: Three weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 6.

Chair Yoga: Three weeks starting at 11 a.m. Feb. 6.

French for Travelers: Three weeks starting at 11 a.m. Feb. 6.

Introduction to Calligraphy: Three weeks starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 6.

Tap Dance for the Beginner: Three weeks starting at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 6.

Ballet: Three weeks starting at 2:45 p.m. Feb. 6.

Art History: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 7.

Group Singing 101: Four weeks starting at 10:15 a.m. Feb. 7.

Tai Chi: Five weeks at 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Feb. 2.

Line Dance: Four weeks starting at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 7.

Ballroom Dance Group Class: Four weeks starting at 12:45 p.m. Feb. 7.

Mahjongg Class: Four weeks starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 7.

Tapping Into Your Intuition: Four weeks starting at 2:45 p.m. Feb. 7.

OPEN PROGRAMS: Open programs are free and, where noted, may require registration. For information, go to www.coasjc.org/river-house.

Mahjong: Bring your mahjong game and come play with others from 1 to 3 p.m. every Tuesday.

AARP Tax Help: Free tax return preparation help to anyone who needs it from 9 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Mondays from Feb. 6 to April 10. Reserve by calling 904-209-3655.

Help with Medicare Questions: SHINE volunteers will be at River House from 9 a.m. to noon on the second Monday of each month to answer general Medicare-related questions. Reserve by calling 904-209-3655.

Healing Hearts: After the loss of a loved one, coping with daily living can be hard. Knowing you are not alone in your difficult journey can make all the difference. Meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.

One-on-One Tech Help: One-on-one help for your smart phone, tablet, or laptop questions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays. Call 904-209-3655 to reserve a spot.

Happy Hookers: Come join this social group as they crochet, knit, etc. from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday.

Open Art Studio: Bring your art project to work on while you socialize with other artists from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday.

STA Strong BHOF (Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation) Education Group: This group meets bimonthly to learn about prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis. The next meeting is from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. March 8.

Widow to Widow: Join us for a support group by widows for widows at 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday.

Open Board Game Play: Bring a board game or use a provided one from 1 to 4 p.m. every Wednesday.

Book Club: Come join others in reading and discussing various books from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Call 904-209-3655 for book title.

Rightsizing – Downsizing:What issues do longtime homeowners and downsizing seniors face? Meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the third Thursday of each month. The next meeting is Feb. 16.

Open Card Play: Bring a deck of cards and socialize over a friendly card game of your choosing from 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. every Thursday.

Legal Lecture Series: Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled: Led by Megan Wall of St. Johns County Legal Aid at 10 a.m. Feb. 24.

THE PLAYERS Senior Center, 179 Landrum Lane, Ponte Vedra Beach

All classes are four weeks long. For questions or to register, call Suzanne Duvall at 904-209-3659. For information, go to https://www.coasjc.org/ponte-vedra-center.

Lunch Thursdays: Four weeks starting at noon Feb. 2. Registration required a week in advance & fee required: $5 per meal.

Lunch Tuesdays: Four weeks starting at noon Feb. 7. Registration required a week in advance & fee required: $5 per meal.

Duplicate Bridge: Four weeks starting at noon Feb. 3. Fee required: $2 per person, per Friday.

Line Dancing Class: Instructor Will Oglesby teaches you many different line dances with a good selection of music, while having fun. Open to all adults and experience levels. Four weeks starting at 4 p.m. Feb. 1. Registration & Fee required: $37.50 per month.

Tap Dance Class: Instructor Ginny Wirzbicki brings much experience to this style of dance and encourages all different levels of dance to learn. Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 3. Registration & Fee required: $25 per month.

Acrylic Painting: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 1.

Hisshin Sumi-E Painting Class: Traditional East Asian Brush Painting. Only one week at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 9. This class meets once a month, on the second Thursday of each month. Fee required: $3 per person

Caregiver Support Group (Free Program): Only one week at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 1. Open to all adult caregivers and meets once a month, on the first Wednesday of each month. Register with Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900.

Chair Exercise - Tuesdays: Four weeks starting at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 7.

Chair Exercise - Wednesdays: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 1.

Chair Exercise - Thursdays: Four weeks starting at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 2.

Tai Chi: Four weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 2.

Canasta: Five weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 7.

Canasta: Four weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 2.

Mexican Train Dominoes: Four weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 7.

Ask a Nurse: Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 7.

Bingo Thursdays: Four weeks starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 2.

Bingo Tuesdays: Four weeks starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 7.

Jeopardy Style Trivia/Brain Games: Enjoy games and other activities for seniors from never2old4games on Wednesdays for four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 1.

Social Bridge: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 1.

Board Game Playing: Four weeks starting at 9 a.m. Feb. 1.

Wii Bowling: Four weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 2.

Tech Help: Five weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 2. Reservation required.

Dominoes Fun: Four weeks starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 3.

Bocce Ball: Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 3.

Jeopardy Style Trivia/Brain Games: Enjoy games and other activities for seniors from never2old4games! Four weeks starting at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 3.

Popcorn and a Movie: Enjoy fresh hot popcorn and the classic movie "Groundhog Day" at 11 a.m. Feb. 2. Movie will play through lunch.

Fun with Concierge Care: Join seasonal crafting and treats from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 7. Hosted by Concierge Care.

Cookbook Status: Senior Center members, volunteers, and staff have been submitting recipes, stories and photos for inclusion into the 2023 THE PLAYERS Community Senior Center Cookbook. This status meeting is from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 9.

Valentine’s Day Party: Enjoy festive treats and a ‘love songs ~ sing-a-long’ with Lisa Atkinson from Home Instead from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 14.

Joe Crispell Birthday Bash: Come enjoy birthday cake and the vocal stylings of Joe Crispell, as the COA celebrates February birthdays from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 16.

Camellia at Deerwood: Explore why hugging is so important with Victoria Proctor of Camellia at Deerwood from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 21.

Legal: Presentation on Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled by Megan Wall, St. Johns County Legal Aid, Managing Attorney from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 23.

Nutrition Presentation: Healthy Hydration from Carla Defuria at 11 a.m. Feb. 28. Defuria is a registered dietitian and health coach at the Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee.

COA Center at Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee, 351 Town Plaza Ave., Suite 205, Ponte Vedra

All classes are four weeks long. For questions or to register, call 904-819-3234 or email pbrunell@stjohnscoa.com. To register, go to https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/coa-center-at-nocatee.

Tuesdays

Caregiver Support Group: All caregivers are welcome from 1 to 2 p.m. every Tuesday. There is a trained facilitator present at every meeting to guide the group.

Know When to Seek Physical Therapy: Everyone could benefit from physical therapy at some time in their life. Find out how to know how and when from Dr. Brandi Renfro from 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 14.

Widows and Widowers: Social group meeting from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Register in advance for one or both Tuesdays.

Herbology: Discussion this month will be on the therapeutic use of herbs. This hands-on course is taught by Professor James Carucci from 3 to 4 p.m. every Tuesday in February. Cost is $25 for four one-hour sessions. Advance registration is required, and space is limited. To register, go to https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/coa-center-at-nocatee.

Virtual Dementia Tour: Learning what a person living with dementia is experiencing can help us understand their thoughts and actions. Ten-minute appointments are available beginning at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 28. Call to schedule in advance.

Wednesdays

Open Art: Bring your art or craft project to work on while socializing with friends. Meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday.

Grief Support Group: This group is for anyone dealing with grief from the loss of a loved one and offers support and validation by being with people who have experienced loss. A trained facilitator will be present from 10:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 1 and 15.

Mah Jongg Meet-up: Open play for experienced players from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 1, 8 and 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 15.

Tai Chi: Improve mood, increase energy and stamina, improve flexibility, balance and muscle strength with instructor Dennis Sheils. All levels welcome at 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, starting Feb. 1 for four weeks. Cost is $25. To register, go to https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/coa-center-at-nocatee.

Ask the Pharmacist: Retired pharmacist Ray Lowe is here to help. Call to schedule a one-on-one appointment on the morning of Feb. 8.

Genealogy Group: A genealogy expert will guide you in discovering your roots on the third Wednesday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 15.

Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled: Presented by St. Johns County Legal Aid Managing Attorney Megan Wall from 10 to 11 a.m. Feb. 22.

Guide to a Plant Based Diet: Carla Defuria, registered dietitian and health coach at Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee, will speak from 3 to 4 p.m. Feb. 22.

Caregiver Needs Assessment: Make an appointment with a qualified dementia care specialist who will set up a time to discuss your situation, one to one; develop an individualized education and needs assessment; support and guide; empower you to find solutions for those needs. Call to schedule an appointment at 904-814-9407.

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