Cass County COA plans upcoming events
Published 11:24 am Monday, July 17, 2017
The Cass County COA has planned a number of activities for next week at its Dowagiac location, Front Street Crossing, at 227 S. Front St.
Monday, July 17
Cardio challenge
8 to 8:45 a.m.
This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Vim and vigor transitions
9 to 9:45 a.m.
This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)
10 to 10:45 a.m.
This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Tai chi
11 a.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 5:30 so attendees should arrive early for the evening class.
Bingo
12:45 p.m.
Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.
Champagne flutes
1:30 p.m.
This group of flute players meets Mondays and will practice for performances at nursing homes and other venues. For more information, call Connie at 445-8110.
Tuesday, July 18
Color Your World
Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Instructor Roy Hruska will guide attendees through the world of watercolor painting. Participants will create a piece of artwork to take home. Cost is $15, and includes instruction and materials. Advance registration required.
Wednesday, July 19
Cardio challenge
8 to 8:45 a.m.
This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Vim and vigor transitions
9 to 9:45 a.m.
This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)
10 to 10:45 a.m.
This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Michigan Back Roads
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Join Ron Rademacher with “Michigan Rediscovered,” a road trip across Michigan to more than a dozen destinations most folks have missed places like the gravity mystery in Frankfort, the Monarch Butterfly Migration, and much more.
Tai chi
11 a.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Guests can improve their posture, strength of hips, thighs and core with this gentle mind body exercise. Cost is $20 per month. Doors are locked right at 5:30 so attendees should arrive early for the evening class.
Bingo
12:45 p.m.
Follow the lunch hour by playing for fun and prizes. Cost is $2.25.
Thursday, July 20
Computer support
8 a.m. to noon
Help is available to those who need help with their computer. By appointment only.
Euchre club
1 p.m.
Euchre is one of the most popular card clubs.
Friday, July 21
Cardio challenge
8 to 8:45 a.m.
This low-impact, high-energy class will challenge participants’ entire bodies with cardio, strength training and balance exercises. Mat exercises are also incorporated for a well-rounded workout. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Vim and vigor transitions
9 to 9:45 a.m.
This workout is both in and out of a chair and focuses on heart health, strength, flexibility and balance. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
Computer use and assistance
9 to 11 a.m.
Several public-use computers are available for use during normal business hours. Visitors may receive personalized assistance from volunteer Tim Wiggins.
S.E.A.T. (sit, exercise, and tone)
10 to 10:45 a.m.
This chair-based class is great for anyone concerned with balance and stability. The focus is on maintaining flexibility and strength. Cost is $25 per month or $5 for walk-ins.
FSC Musicians
11 a.m.
People who enjoy playing musical instruments are encouraged to join other music enthusiasts and jam with the FSC Musicians.