Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center July Highlights

By Christine Hall

Keep in mind that some events have limited space and require a reservation.  Registration required is noted in these class descriptions.  Call the Senior Center to reserve or register the next time you’re here! 253-756-0601. 

Sing-Along with the Puget Sounds  
Singing!  Music History!  Fun!
Tuesdays July 1, 15, 29, 1-2:30 p.m.

Bar Stories Legacy Project brings storytelling to life, hosted by Jesi Vega on July 8, at 10:00 a.m. You are welcome to prepare a story or you can wait to be inspired and tell a story. It’s meant to be a conversation between the storytellers and the stories themselves.  Each story captures authentic, real-life moments—hilarious, dramatic, or touching—shared in a conversational style. After each tale, the audience engages in a brief Q&A. The only rule is kindness and respect.  As a bonus, every storyteller receives a free professional recording of their performance. Pull up a chair and share your story—it’s waiting to be told!

Tuesday, July 8, 10-noon. Please register to attend.

Bingo is twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.  Come and win some prizes!

Tuesdays, July 8, 22, 1pm.

Beginning Yoga
Let’s loosen up!  Stay flexible and build strength through low-impact moves and gentle stretching.  Chairs will be available for support.   Weekly on Fridays at noon.  $10/month

Movie Julie & Julia  stars Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. Based on the true stories of Julia Child and a food blogger in NYC. Thursday, July 10, 1pm.

Book Club with Chris Johns.  July’s book is  Alchemist  by Paulo Coelho. Thursday, July 17, 1pm.

Attorney Liz Johnson
The topic this month is Alternatives to Probate. Tuesday, July 22 at 11am.

Garden Club
Led by retired Master Gardener Ava Brock, the garden club will meet the 4^th Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m.  July’s meeting is Succession Planting.  Classes will be held in the garden, weather permitting.

Next meeting: Thursday, July 24th, 1pm.

John Hines presentation
Tacoma Councilman John Hines will be at the Senior Center.  This is your opportunity to ask questions and get answers. Tuesday, July 29,10am. Please register to attend.

Craft Class with Kathy Weaver
July’s craft class is a continuation of last month’s project: “Santas for Seniors” . . . making cards and ornaments to be distributed to area seniors by Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW).  People can bring their own card-making and/or other craft supplies if they like, but LCSNW has already provided ample supplies.  According to LCSNW, “Our program reignites the joy of the holidays and connects our seniors with the community.  Thursday, July 31, 1:30pm. (note new time). Space is limited so sign up now!

Day Trips
The Senior Center is planning to offer day trips.  If you have suggestions of places you would like to go, please let either Kate or Lesley know.  Suggestions can range from a restaurant, casino, a Rainiers game, a train ride, or something else.  The plan is to offer one location a month from April through October.  The trips would have to be on Saturdays due to how busy FTJ’s lift coach schedule is during the week.  

Social Groups
Many seniors spend time alone, and some of the worst times are in the evening and/or the weekend.  With that in mind, the Senior Center will start offering social groups three times a month starting in August.  The first group is called “The Breakfast Club” and starts on Saturday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m.  It will be hosted by Kate Gray.  The second group is the “Prime Time Hop” and starts on Thursday, August 7 at 3:30 p.m.  It will be hosted by Ron Yaden.  The third group is a “Dinner Club” and we are looking for a host.  If you are interested, please let Kate or Lesley know.  We do ask that you sign up for the groups you plan on attending so that restaurant reservations can be made.  You are still welcome to join in the fun at the last minute!  Meet at the location.  Each person is responsible for paying their own bill.

Keep in mind that some events have limited space and require a reservation.  Registration required is noted in these class descriptions.  Call the senior center to reserve or register the next time you’re here!

Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center
4716 N. Baltimore Street, Tacoma, 253-756-0601.  For a full calendar of events and classes: https://www.franketobeyjones.com/pt-defiance-ruston-senior-center/about/