PLEASE NOTE: HELPERS office will be closed Friday May 6th.
On the Benefits of Laughter and Being Silly: Did you know? When you laugh you are doing good for your body and your brain! Research has demonstrated that laughter results in multiple physical and emotional benefits, available to anyone who makes time to laugh. The Mayo Clinic reports that laughing decreases stress, increases immune system response, increases endorphin (your “feel good” hormone), relieves pain, decreases tension, and stimulates your heart, liver and other organs. A good laugh makes us feel good both physically and emotionally. Get your silly on and do yourself some good! (Source: www.goldencarers.com)
Your body cannot heal without play. Your mind cannot heal without laughter.
Your soul cannot heal without joy. – Catherine Rippenger Fenwick
Seeking Table Hosts May21st
SAVE THE DATE! Each Table Host decorates her designated table which will seat 6-10 guests, whatever the table host decides.
Seeking Table Hosts for our 1st Tour of Tables Brunch Fundraiser, Saturday, May21st, 10am-12pm, Hildebrand Hall, Barnesville.
Tour of Tables is a unique fundraising event in which the general public is invited to “tour” imaginative tablescapes designed by Table Hosts. The theme for our Tour of Tables event is Anything Spring. Each Table Host decorates her designated table which will seat 6-10 guests, whatever the table host decides. The Table Host is responsible for selling the tickets for her table.
The tickets will be $20 per person and will include viewing of all the uniquely decorated tables, a delicious brunch, and entertainment. There will be a silent auction and a raffle for a special, handmade quilt. For more information and/or to sign up as a Table Host for this fun event, contact HELPERS.
Let your creativity shine at our first Tour of Tables event!
Calendar of Events
Grow Young Fitness Program for Seniors Barnesville
Channel 12 at 9:05am and 4:05pm Monday through Friday.
May 4th, 10-11am
Coffee Break
Fika—“Take a Break” with Coffee and Conversation, Wednesday, May 4th, 10-11am, HELPERS office. Please join us for this monthly morning coffee break that is open to all. This fika is a time set aside for being together, catching up with friends, and enjoying a little something to eat. Contact HELPERS in advance if you would like transportation assistance.
Mondays, and Thursdays
Exercise Seniors
Exercises for Seniors, on Mondays, and Thursdays, 9:30-10, Bville Senior Community Center. This is a basic, low impact strengthening exercise program to promote body movement and strength. No pre-registration is required. Just show up and have fun while also doing your body good!
Tuesday & Friday
Game Day!
Game Day every Tuesday & Friday, 12:45 to 3pm, at the Bville Senior Community Center
Join in the fun & games such as Pinochle, Whist, Hand & Foot and Rummy with other area seniors. Coffee and treats served following the activities. The Senior Community Center is located at 501 2nd Ave. NE. Call 218-493-4277 for more information. Transportation assistance can be provided by calling HELPERS in advance.
Live Well, Age Well, Interactive Presentation May 10
Live Well, Age Well, Interactive Video Presentation, Tuesday, May 10th, 1-2pm at the Barnesville Senior Community Center
Growing older is mandatory but growing old is more of a choice!
Motivational speaker and author Theresa Lewis offers an engaging and inspiring session to help us all to live well and age well.
You’ll be inspired to make practical changes to achieve greater well-being.
Open to all! No pre-registration required.
The Barnesville Senior Community Center is available for rental for your gatherings.
Contact Eva at 218-493-4277 for information and to make your reservation.