All Cobb residents age 55+ are invited to participate in activities at various senior centers throughout Cobb. The following is a list of activities scheduled at the East Cobb Senior Center located at 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066. Cobb seniors who wish to register for any of these activities or use one of the county’s six senior centers will have to pay a $60 annual membership fee. Call the East Cobb Senior Center at 770-509-4900 for reservations and/or more details.
Handle Me with Care #4043
Tuesday, July 10 | 11am-12:30pm.
Free; Registration required.
Brannon + Black, LLC., will explain the extent of decisionmaking power that is granted by a Georgia Advance Directive for Health Care, the responsibilities of a healthcare provider when directed by a patient or an agent, and the protection granted to a provider when the directive is followed. Complimentary lunch sponsored by The Holbrook of Acworth.
National Hot Dog Month Celebration #4061
Wednesday, July 11 | 11am-1:30pm.
$12/Cobb residents; $15/Non-residents.
Tickets now on sale.
July is National Hot Dog Month. Come learn the history of the hot dog presented by Andy Kastelik with ADP and enjoy a delicious beef hot dog with the different toppings and sides catered by Skips Chicago Dogs. Music by DJ Greg Picciano.
Window Bird Watching #4044
Tuesday, July 17 | 10-11:30am.
Free; Registration required.
Let’s attract some birds to the window and enjoy feathery friends. In this seminar you will learn some common local species and discuss what citizen scientists are doing to help protect them. Presented by Mike Kahle Cobb County Watershed Stewardship Program.
Spices and Their Benefits #4186
Wednesday, July 18 | 10:30-11:30am.
Free; Registration required.
Studies show that many different herbs and spices may offer health benefits. Spices allows us to decrease our salt consumption without sacrificing taste. Join Jobcy Alexander, Registered Dietitian with Cobb Senior Services, to explore some common and uncommon spices and herbs and learn how to incorporate them into your diet.
Nutrition and Aging Myths #4187
Friday, July 20 | 10-11am.
Free; Registration required.
Learn the reality about nutrition myths and healthy nutrition tips.
Dine-a-Round #3958
Wednesday, July 25 | 11am-1:30pm.
Semper Fi Bar & Grill, 9770 Main St, Woodstock, GA 30188.
Separate checks for lunch; Registration required.
Everyone meets at the restaurant.
AARP Smart Driver #2693
Thursday, July 26 | 9am-4pm.
$15/AARP members; $20/Non-members (cash or check only).
The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Learn age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate. Check with your insurance agent about possible discount. Bring a lunch.
The CCC Camp at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park #4045
Friday, July 27 | 10-11:30am.
Free; Registration required.
In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps set up camp at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. The CCC was a part of Roosevelt’s New Deal and provided 200 men for four years to develop the park and its trails. Walk in their footsteps by hiking the park’s Camp Brumby Trail. Presented by Anne & David Strand, Trail Ambassadors, Kennesaw Mountain Trail Club.
Burgers and Shakes # 4193
Monday, July 30 | 11:30am-1:30pm.
$8 supply fees.
Use the indoor/outdoor grill to make delicious burgers and make some homemade ice cream.
This article originally appeared in the June/July issue of the EAST COBBER magazine, on page 46. Click here to view the digital edition.
