Palmetto Bay Seniors On-the-Go
February 19, 2010
In This Edition ...
Senior Classes are Popular Addition to Village's Parks & Rec Program
 
Greetings!

Welcome to the second edition of Seniors On-the-Go, an exciting new e-news for the Village's more mature population. Topping the news this month is the enthusiastic response to the unique and creative classes we launched for seniors in January. It appears we have struck a cord with you, as most classes have been filled to capacity. Please read on for details regarding the various offerings this month -- keep in mind, reservations are strongly recommended.  As always, feel free to contact the Parks & Recreation Department with any questions, concerns, and programming ideas, or call us at 305-259-1234.
 
Fanny Carmona-Gonzalez
Director-Parks & Recreation
Muscle Toning Class
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Coral Reef Park
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 11 am  - Noon
Location: Community Room
Trim-n-Fit After 55 
 
Folks are flocking to the ongoing class, "Trim-n-Fit after 55." Register in advance for this twice weekly offering at the Coral Reef Park Community Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 am to noon. For fee information and reservations, contact program-sponsor Baptist Health by calling 786-596-7044.
 
Senior Seminar Series
Massage
Ludovici Park
Date: February 22
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Location: Community Room
Benefits of Massage Therapy
 
The Senior Seminar Series continues this month with "Benefits of Massage Therapy."  This FREE class will be held on Feb. 22 at the Edward & Arlene Feller Community Room at the Palmetto Bay Branch Library at Ludovici Park (2nd floor), 10:30 - 11:30 am. The program is hosted by Massage Therapist Maria Frezotti. For reservations and information, contact program-sponsor Baptist Health by calling 786-596-3812.
 
Classes Coming Soon ...
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New Senior Classes
Date: New Classes Coming Soon
Time: TBD
Location: Coral Reef Park 
Strength & Endurance / All-Around Fitness
 
Stay tuned for the start date of two new classes at Coral Reef Park:     
  • "Strength & Endurance" 
  • "All-Around Fitness" 

For information, call Village Hall 786-596-7044.
 
Village Event
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2010 Annual Picnic
Date: March 6
Time: 11 am - 2 pm
Location: Coral Reef Park
See You at the Celebration Picnic, March 6

Be our guest at Palmetto Bay's 8th Annual Celebration Picnic, a free event at Coral Reef Park, March 6 (11 - 2).  Expect great food and fun activities for all ages -- including a Historic Preservation Bus Tour of Palmetto Bay. Contact Jian Santana for tour reservations or call 305-259-1260. For general picnic information, contact Josie Bober or call 305-259-1234. Regarding event sponsors, we have information to share with those who might wish to donate to the event, which draws over 3,000 people. Thus far, we have received one private- and two corporate-sponsor donations (Weathermaker's Electric and Groundkeepers, Inc.) Thanks!
 
Seniors At-a-Glance
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E-Mail your Answers
We'll be posting profiles in upcoming editions...
Don't forget your (.jpg) photo
Allow us to Share Your Story

We need your help developing a new feature of the newsletter, called "Seniors At-a-Glance." Please send us quick responses to the questions below, along with a close-up photo of yourself (.jpg format only). We will then post selected profiles in a future edition of Seniors On-the-Go.
  1. How long have you lived in Palmetto Bay?
  2. What are your family roots?
  3. What's your favorite aspect of living in our Village?
  4. If you were Mayor for the day, what would you accomplish (money is no object)?
  5. What is your wish for the future?
 
News & Views
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2010 Relay For Life
Date: March 13-14
Time: 5 pm - overnight
Location: Children's Hospital
Volunteers, Teams Needed in Relay-For-Life

Walkers, cancer survivors, community leaders, team captains, and hard working volunteers -- especially seniors -- are all needed for the local Relay-For-Life. The event is held on behalf of the American Cancer Society and will be taking place March 13-14 at Miami Children's Hospital-Palmetto Bay Center. This unique annual fundraiser allows participants to join together in the fight against cancer. Volunteers are needed for various tasks. Read more...
 
Village of Palmetto Bay
8950 SW 152 St.
Palmetto Bay, Florida 33157
305-259-1234
Be sure to visit the Village website for news & information at www.palmettobay-fl.gov