Jan 3
Colorful Scarf
Make the perfect scarf to add with any outfit. Fringe and beads can be added to this warm and colorful scarf. Min: 7/Max 10. Instructor: Helen Frederick
Date: Tue, Jan 3; Time: 1 – 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 344000-03; Register by: Tue, Dec 20; Fee: $5.00
Jan 4
Flicks at Passmore – Elvis
Elvis has entered the building! Join us for the newest movie, "Elvis," just in time for his birthday.
Date: Wed, Jan 4; Time: 2 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 253015-01; Register by: Wed, Dec 28; Fee: FREE
Origami with Theo
New and upgraded! We will learn to create origami figures using origami notation. The instructor will be a resource and offer helpful directives as each person proceeds at her/his own pace. Instructor will provide special paper and a book that you may purchase on your first day of class for $10. See you there! Min: 3/ Max: 5. Instructor: Theo Cokkinos
Date: Wed, Jan 4, 11, 18, 25; Time: 4 – 5:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 324230-03; Register by: Wed, Dec 28; Fee: FREE
LGBTQ+ Winter Films, Friends, and Food Series
Join us as we continue our dinner and movie series and embrace our opportunities to share good films and great company, not to mention a delicious dinner. Each month will feature a new movie that celebrates the joys, struggles, and journeys of the LGBTQ+ community. Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm.
Date: Wed, Jan 4; Time: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Call: 919-968-2070
Register by: Fri, Dec 30; Fee: FREE
Jan 5
Dementia Basics: What Can We Expect?
This four-part is designed to provide basic information about dementia to individuals with memory concerns, caregivers, family members, friends, and interested community members. Each week will focus on a different topic related to dementia. The series is designed to be taken all together, but you are welcome to register for individual sessions.
Location: Chapel Hill Public Library. Thursdays: 10 am – 12 pm
Jan 5 - Session 1: Brain Health; Jan 12 - Session 2: Types & Stages of Dementia;
Jan 19 - Session 3: Communication; Jan 26 - Session 4: Preparing for the Journey Ahead.
Register by: Mon, Jan 2 at agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov or 919-968-2087
Outsmarting Scammers in Orange County
Join Sgt. Daniel Roberson with the Orange County Sheriff's Office and learn about the local scams taking place here in Orange County. These scams are a very real threat and can cost you your identity and money. He will also share scams that are taking place on the national level.
Date: Thu, Jan 5; Time: 10 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 234021-01; Register by: Thu, Dec 29; Fee: FREE
The Four Pillars of the New Retirement
This seminar provides an in-depth look at "The Four Pillars of the New Retirement" (health, family, purpose and finances). Attendees will be empowered to think through their own circumstances, goals and challenges so that they can take action today that impacts their quality of life in retirement. Instructor: Mary-Charles Nassif, CFP®, ChFC®, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones.
Date: Thu, Jan 5; Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 334217-02; Register by: Wed, Dec 28; Fee: FREE
Jan 6
AARP Driver Safety
Learn research-based safety strategies to help keep you safe while on the road. After taking the course, you may be eligible for a multi-year discount on your car insurance! Cost of class for AARP members is $20 and for non-members it is $25. Min: 5/Max: 26
Date: Fri, Jan 6; Time: 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone 919-968-2070
Code: 324245-03; Register by: Fri, Dec 30; Fee: $20.00
Newcomers Welcome
Join us for an overview of programs and services offered by the Orange County Department on Aging. One-stop resource for wellness, lifelong learning, access to benefits and meaningful opportunities. This is your chance to ask all those questions about what the Passmore Center offers and to take a tour.
Time: Fri, Jan 6; Date: 10 – 11 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 253022-01; Register by: Fri, Jan 6; Fee: FREE
Jan 8
New Year's Poetry, Jazz and Light Fare
Ringing in the New Year with Poet, Clark Holtzman, to get our New Year off to wonderful start. Jazz Musicians will accompany and make it a celebratory and memorable affair. Light dinner will be served and a toast to a beautiful year ahead of us! Min: 30/Max: 60.
Date: Sun, Jan 8; Time: 3 – 5 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 313065-03; Register by: Tue, Dec 27; Fee: FREE
Jan 10
Investing Talk – Health Care and Retirement
Join Cynda Beauchamp, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, as she addresses what steps investors should take to prepare for health care costs to help ensure their retirement savings stay healthy.
Date: Tue, Jan 10; Time: 10 – 11 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254064-01; Register by: Tue, Jan 3; Fee: FREE
TED Talks at Seymour
By special request we've rescheduled - "Don't call people out - call them in". Join us to watch and discuss activist Loretta Ross who discusses “call-out” culture - public shaming on social media and in real life, of people who may have done wrong. Ross shows us how to start productive conversations and help challenge wrongdoing while creating space for growth and forgiveness. Max 30
Date: Tue, Jan 10; Time: 1 – 2 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 353020-30; Register by: Thu, Jan 5; Fee: FREE
Jan 11
Herbs for the Winter
Winter tends to bring on colds and more. Join us for this wonderful class with Sequoia Herbals and learn about herbal remedies for immune support, cold, flu, and more! Min:5 / Max: 15
Date: Wed, Jan 11; Time: 1 – 2 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 342202-02; Register by: Wed, Jan 4; Fee: FREE
Retirement for Boomers and Retirees
It's never too late or too early to learn about growing your money. Planning for your retirement and making sure that your money will last is a daunting task. Join us and discover how you can make wise decisions for the future. Foundations of Investing 1/11; Focus on Fixed Income 1/18; Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts 1/25; An Investor's Tour of Mutual Funds 2/1; Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected 2/8; Preparing Your Estate Plan 2/15. Min: 3/Max: 15. Instructor: Mary-Charles Nassif, CFP®, ChFC®, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Date: Wed, Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 4, 11, 18, 25; Time: 3 – 4:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 324215-05; Register by: Tue, Jan 3; Fee: FREE
Jan 12
Myth Busting: Arthritis
Join Dr. Colten Sullivan and Dr. Tim O'Connor from Bull City Physical Therapy as they break through the myths about arthritis. Hearing that you have arthritis can be concerning and confusing, but it doesn’t mean you can’t stay active. Colten and Tim will provide valuable information on the causes, treatments, and how to live a healthy and happy life.
Date: Thu, Jan 12; Time: 10 – 11 am
Location: Passmore; Call: 919-245-2015
Register by: Tue, Jan 10; Fee: Free
Snowman and Blacktop Hat Centerpiece
It’s still cold outside and the perfect time to make a snowman centerpiece complete with the blacktop hat. Instructor: Helen Frederick
Date: Thu, Jan 12; Time: 1– 3 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254034-18; Register by: Thu, Jan 5; Fee: $5.00
VSED, Dementia, and Advance Directive
1 in 3 seniors will die with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. A “good death” is more likely when those supporting the dying person are more informed about the options. Join our expert panelist, Judith Schwarz, RN, MSN, PhD, for a discussion on VSED, dementia, and the impact advance directives could have on your end of life choices and what you should know.
Date: Thu, Jan 12; Time: 4- 6 pm
Location: Seymour Center; Call: 919-968-2070
Register by: Mon, Jan 9; Fee: Free
Jan 13
Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Join us for our annual celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Refreshments will be served following the program. Co-sponsored by the Orange County NC Chapter NCCU Alumni Association. Min: 15/ Max: 55
Date: Fri, Jan 13; Time: 10:30 am
Location: Passmore Hybrid; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213003-01, 02; Register by: Fri, Jan 6; Fee: FREE
Jan 16
Remembering MLK: A Day of Service at Seymour
Calling all Seymour participants!! MLK wants you!! Come out and give a little of your time beautifying our center in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! It will be fun to work side by side with your peers. Get your jeans, t-shirts and running shoes out for a few hours and help us clean and groom our center. Thank you for your support.
Date: Mon, Jan 16; Time: 8 am – 12 noon
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 353001-01; Register by: Mon, Jan 9; Fee: FREE
Jan 17
Dementia - Let's Talk About It
Join OCDoA’s dementia care specialists for a conversation around topics related to dementia education, living with cognitive change, and being a dementia caregiver. We will provide 15-30 minutes of education at the start of the hour, and the remaining time will be spent in conversation, Q&A, and resource-sharing around the day’s topic. Contact the Aging Helpline (919-968-2087) for more information and registration.
Date: Tue, Jan 17; Time: 10 am
Topic: Hearing Loss and Dementia
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Winter Pendant
Using bread dough, you will create faux porcelain that can be shaped into flowers, birds, snowman, or any design that symbolizes winter. You will finish your project by painting and attaching a brooch pin. Now you are ready to wear your unique accessory. Min: 7/ Max 10. Instructor: Helen Frederick
Date: Tue, Jan 17; Time: 1 – 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone; 919-968-2070
Code: 344000-05; Register by: Tue, Jan 10; Fee: $5.00
TED Talks at Passmore
TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design, and is owned by a non-profit, non-partisan foundation. Its agenda is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversations. Join us in a laidback yet informative environment including a 15 - 30 min video/talk and follow up discussions. This month's video is 'A Flavorful Field Guide to Foraging'. Min: 5/ Max: 25. Zoom link provided after registration.
Date: Tue, Jan 17; Time: 2 – 3 pm
Location: Passmore Hybrid; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254038-01; Register by: Tue, Jan 10; Fee: FREE
Jan 18
NC Brain Health Registry: Be in the Know
Are you worried about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias? Learn about modifiable risk factors – ways to lower your risk today – and how to get involved in brain health research for those who are interested. Be in the know! Presented by Duke University staff.
Date: Wed, Jan 18; Time: 10 am
Location: Seymour Hybrid; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 342201-01; Register by: Thu, Jan. 12; Fee: FREE
Flicks at Passmore: "Singing in the Rain"
This 1952 classic features Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds. It follows a silent film star and his jealous screen partner as they transition from silent films to 'talkies'.
Date: Wed, Jan 18; Time; 2 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 253015-13; Register by: Wed, Jan 11; Fee: FREE
Solo Agers Interest Group
Solo agers are adults making decisions about their future independently. Come meet other solo agers, share resources and learn together. All who might consider themselves a 'solo ager' are invited to join! This month, Brandi Beeker, Transportation Specialist will share on navigation transportation options and supports.
Date: Wed, Jan 18; Time: 4 – 5:30 pm
Location: Seymour Center; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Mon, Jan 16; Fee: FREE
Jan 19
Essential Oils, Blood Sugar, and Weight Loss
Join Kim Petrides, doTERRA Wellness Advocate to learn the benefits of essential oils and how they are beneficial in helping with blood sugar and weight loss.
Date: Thu, Jan 19; Time: 10 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 232255-01; Register by: Thu, Jan 12; Fee: FREE
Jan 20
Aging in Place
Everyone desires to stay in their own home and yet, often as we age, our homes become more difficult to safely manage. Are you interested in maintaining independence in your own home? This presentation will share information about the importance, benefits, risks, and the costs of aging in place. Resources to help will be provided. Presenter: Anne Edwards, Compassionate Concierge for Seniors
Date: Fri, Jan 20; Time: 10 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 234049-01; Register by: Fri, Jan 13; Fee: FREE
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
An accessory dwelling unit is a really smart idea: a second small dwelling on the same grounds (or attached to) a single-family home. This flexible housing option makes sense environmentally and economically. Multi-generational living is trending as the nation’s population ages. Join us for an informal documentary to learn first-hand about recent ADU’s built in our local area.
Date: Fri, Jan 20; Time: 4 – 5:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 314265-01; Register by: Mon, Jan 16; Fee: FREE
Jan 23
Holocaust Remembrance
Our guest speaker, Shelly Bleiweiss, will share his interactive PowerPoint presentation with pictorial evidence and video testimony. Shelly tells the story of his parents’ survival during the Holocaust. He also provides historical background and events leading to the Holocaust.
Date: Mon, Jan 23; Time: 2 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 313275-01; Register by: Mon, Jan 16; Fee: FREE
Jan 24
Meet and Greet with CaptionCall
Do you have trouble hearing on the phone? Meet Brian and learn about true no-cost telephone captioning. CaptionCall does not charge for the captioning service, phone or mobile app, delivery, or any form of customer support. See you there! If you have hearing loss and need captioned telephone service to use the phone effectively, you are eligible for this no-cost federally funded service.
Date: Tue, Jan 24; Time: 10:30 – 12 noon
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 322251-01; Register by: Tue, Jan 17; Fee: FREE
Embellished Valentines Cards
Get creative and add personal touches and messages to your Valentines cards for family and friends. Embellishments, stamps and other art materials provided to make your decorating experience fun and your cards unique. Min: 7/ Max 10. Instructor: Helen Frederick
Date: Tue, Jan 24; Time: 1 – 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 344000-06; Register by: Tue, Jan 17; Fee: $5.00
My Chart 101
Join UNC affiliates as they demonstrate navigating MyChart and applying for financial assistance to better manage your health!
Date: Tue, Jan 24; Time: 1 – 2:30 pm; Location: Seymour Center
Register by: Mon, Jan 23; Call: 919-968-2070; Fee: FREE
Jan 25
Meet and Greet with CaptionCall
Do you have trouble hearing on the phone? Meet Brian and learn about true no-cost telephone captioning. CaptionCall does not charge for the captioning service, phone or mobile app, delivery, or any form of customer support. See you there! If you have hearing loss and need captioned telephone service to use the phone effectively, you are eligible for this no-cost federally funded service.
Date: Wed, Jan 25; Time: 10:30 – 12 noon
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213050-01; Register by: Wed, Jan 18; Fee: FREE
Chilled Coffee Drinks
Enjoy a cold, refreshing afternoon treat while learning how to create your own concoction with flavors like peppermint, mocha, and vanilla. Instructor: Toni Shaw
Date: Wed, Jan 25; Time: 3 – 4 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213069-01; Register by: Wed, Jan 18; Fee: $2.00
Geriatric Care Management 101
Care planning for an aging loved one can become overwhelming when considering care needs, housing, finances and many other important decisions. Join us as we dive into the ins and outs of what a geriatric care manager is and how they can help. We'll discuss caregiver burden, the role of geriatric care manager, costs, and more.
Date: Wed, Jan 25; Time: 4 – 6 pm; Location: Seymour Center
Register for virtual option at: www.orangecountync.gov/GCM101
Register for in-person option: by Mon, Jan 23, call 919-968-2070
Jan 26
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Here comes the Year of the Rabbit! All are welcome to join our Chinese New Year Celebration. You'll enjoy fun programs, watch wonderful performances, and eat authentic Chinese foods. All are welcome. ???????????????!??????????????????????,???????!
Date: Thu, Jan 26 ??, 1?26?; Time: 10 am – 12 noon ?? 10 – 12 ?
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Code: 35304-05 ????; Register by: Thu, Jan 19 ????? ??, 1?19?
Lunch & Learn Engaging Topics
This month's topic is a surprise! The best part about Lunch & Learn is being engaged. Come join us and learn about something new and exciting. A to-go lunch will be provided. Min: 15/ Max: 22
Date: Thu, Jan 26; Time: 11:30 am – 1 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 353112-15; Register by: Thu, Jan 19; Fee: FREE
Fitness for Everyone – 12 Essentials
The older adults in Orange County are well-known for their active, busy lifestyle. This is the generation that is redefining aging in our society by continuing to work and stay active well into their golden years. Come join this lively interactive workshop which will take you through the 12 essentials to physical fitness for men and women between 55 and 105.
Date: Thu, Jan 26; Time: 12:30 pm
Location: Passmore Hybrid; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 222255-01; Register by: Thu, Jan 19; Fee: FREE
Jan 27
Reverend Robert Seymour Documentary
Who inspired legendary Coach Dean Smith to recruit UNC’s first African-American basketball player? Who helped admit the first African-American to an NC Baptist college? Who was a guide to renowned leaders like Rev. James Forbes, Congressman David Price, and Senator Howard Lee? Who founded the Chapel Hill senior center? Robert Seymour, that’s who! Please come enjoy the documentary “You Can’t Hold Back the Spring,” by Ayla Volpe, who started out as Rev. Seymour’s dog walker.
Date: Fri, Jan 27; Time: 1 pm; Location: Seymour Center
Phone: 919-968-2070; Code: 353104-03; Fee: Free
Date: Wed, Feb 15; Time: 3 pm; Location: Passmore Center
Phone: 919-245-2015; Code: 254066-02; Fee: FREE
Jan 31
CaptionCall – Hearing Loss Support
Do you have trouble hearing on the phone? Join our event to learn about true no-cost telephone captioning. CaptionCall does not charge for the captioning service, phone or mobile app, delivery, or any form of customer support. See you there! If you have hearing loss and need captioned telephone service to use the phone effectively, you are eligible for this no-cost federally funded service.
Date: Tue, Jan 31; Time: 10:30 – 12 noon
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 322251-02; Register by: Tue, Jan 24; Fee: FREE
Thinking with Philosophy, Intergenerationally
The UNC Philosophy Dept. is offering its Intergenerational Philosophy program! Join students and fellow community members as we read, learn, and discuss life’s most pressing questions. Philosophy is about asking questions and reflecting on our beliefs and values—an activity we believe is best practiced in community. Direct questions to Dr. Michael Vazquez (michael.vazquez@unc.edu).
Date: Tue & Thu, Jan 31 – Apr 20; Time: 2 – 3:15 pm
Location: Seymour Hybrid; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 357011-03; Register by: Contact Facilitator; Fee: FREE
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