Are you retiring in Raleigh and looking for some fun activities?
The Cary Senior Center offers some incredible programs for Triangle adults
The Cary Senior Center is in Fred G Bond Metro Park, a beautiful 310 acre park in Cary, central to Holly Springs, Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Raleigh, and much of southern Wake County.
Education Seminars
Education Seminars are just one of many offerings by the Cary Senior Center. Almost all of these are free, and there are a wide variety of topics.
AARP Tax Help
Every Monday and Wednesday from 1-4 pm, until Monday April 14th. No registration needed. First come, first serve. Bring all necessary paperwork. Free Activity
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Going to an Elderhostel
There are 8,000 learning adventures, across all 50 states and in more than 90 countries. This is a not-for-profit organization offers travel packages for older adults. The Cary Senior Center offers a presentation on the Elderhostel program, and answers questions like these: What is Elderhostel? How can I participate? What are the requirements?
Wednesday March 26 10-11am Free Activity
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NJROTC at Cary High School
The Cary NJROTC students will come to the Cary Senior Center and present various drills and share information about their group, including their history of tradition, service, and achievement.
Thursday April 3 3:30-4:30 pm Free Activity
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The Legacy of Jewerly
Presented by Joint Venture Estate Jewelers, a Cary jeweler specializing in estate and vintage jewerly. Learn about the history of jewerly from the Victorian period to today. Gems and jewerly will be displayed. Anyone bringing personal jewerly can have a quick evaluation, but not a formal appraisal.
Tuesday April 22 2-3 pm Free Activity
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Growing Old is NOT for Wimps!
Motivational humorist Jimmie Butts teaches ways to have fun on the journey of life. Growing old takes courage and grace, and Jimmie Butts will have you laughing and looking at life with more sparkle.
Wednesday May 7 10-11 am Free Activity
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How to Write Your Family's Story
If you've always wanted to make sure the unique story of your family was preserved for generations, attend this workshop! Elaine Luddy Klonicki, author of All on Account of You: A True WWII Love Story, offers tips for how to get your personal story preserved on paper. From planning your work, organizing your materials, interviewing family members, and finally to getting your work published.
Thursday May 1 10-11:30 am Free Activity
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Music Appreciation - Form and Structure in Music
Presented by NCSU Music Professor Dr. Robert Peters. Examine with Dr. Peters the structure of western music - how it is organized internally as expressive form and externally as structural form.
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Artist Views
Various local artists display their work at the Cary Senior Center. These sessions allow you to meet and chat with the artists! Learn about their techniques and inspirations. There will be a reception following each session. Open to all ages - bring your grandchildren!
Karin Baumeister-Rehm, Mixed Media Artist
Karin will discuss artwork techniques and inspirations
Friday May 30 5:30-6 pm Free Activity
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Newcomer's Welcome Coffee
If you're new to the Raleigh area, or just new to the Cary Senior Center, come enjoy a welcome coffee. You'll get to tour the facility and learn about all the program offerings. This includes art, cards, cooking, history, computers, trips and special events!
Monday May 5 10 -11 am
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Safe Driving
A refresher driving course from the AARP. Improve your driving confidence with this overview of driving safety and rules. Bring your lunch, drinks will be provided.
Thursday and Friday May 8-9 9:30am-1:30pm $10 Material Fee payable to the AARP
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Spring Clean Your Life!
Part of the "Simplify Your Life" series. Get tips on organizing your living space, and learn how to clean your home faster and easier.
Monday April 28 10-11 am
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Therapeutic Aromatherapy for Seniors
Learn how to use therapeutic aromatherapy to help your body heal certain minor problems, and manage pain and discomfort with the use of scents in addition to your medical care. You'll be taught how to create blends specific to your needs. Learn recommended dosages, cautions and contradictions for each oil - Cristl Arndt is your instructor.
Wednesday April 2 and April 9 9:30-11am Cary Resident $16, non resident $21
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The Fred G Bond park is very beautiful, and you'll enjoy a walk around the lake or on one of the many walking paths while you're there. Or take a picnic and sit at one of the many tables placed in shady areas throughout the park.
The Cary Senior Center - Creating Active Retirement Years. The center offers 17,000 square feet of activities, which includes an exercise room, conference room, and ballroom.
To find out more about the Cary Senior Center, or register for one of these seminars, call 919-469-4081.
Or check them out at Cary Senior Center - Creating Active Retirement Years
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