Registration for May programs will open Mon, April 29th at 8 AM
ARC is one of the largest senior services centers in the state of Illinois, offering daily exercise programs and over 50 free activities per month, including art classes, lectures, music enrichment, cards and games, Peace Meal and so much more. ARC is dedicated to providing programs that promote healthy aging. Read on to learn more about a few highlighted programs or check out our monthly newsletter below for full activity and exercise calendars and descriptions of programs and classes on schedule this month!
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M | 7 AM - 11 AM, 4 - 7 PM
T (Beg.) | 7 AM - 9 AM
T (Exp.) | 3:30 - 7 PM
W (Exp.) | 7 AM - 12 PM, 4 - 7 PM
W (Beg.) | 12 PM - 4 PM
TH | 7 AM - 9 AM, 3 - 7 PM
F | 8 AM - 1 PM
S | 8 AM - 1 PM
Pickleball Courts Will Be Closed
W, May 8th, ALL DAY
S, May 25th, ALL DAY
New Expectations for 2024
*During the above times listed as Beginner times, south court will be reserved for beginners and those serving as their mentors. North court open to all*
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Pickleball Clinic: S, May 25th, 8:30-10:30 AM Join us at ARC to learn the fundamentals
of the game at this Pickleball Clinic for beginners! Cost: $10
Pickleball Boot Camp: S, May 25th, 11 AM - 1 PM Pickleball Bootcamp consists of two
hours filled with strategy, tips and drills to help improve your game. You will be taught proper court positioning and movement, the dink game, the 3rd shot, and many other skills and strategies. You will also practice volleys. Cost: $20
Registration for both programs opens W, April 24th at 8 AM. Register for either program at ARC or the GymMaster Member Portal.
Great American Songbook on Piano:
W, May 8th, 10:30 AM
Jim O'Donnell will join us at ARC on May 8th from 10:30 - 11:30 AM to play popular songs from the Great American Songbook in the Auditorium. We encourage you to pop in to enjoy the music!
Introducing Mozart 3: M, May 13th, 1 PM
Concerti and Symphonies
We are now aware of Wolfgang Mozart’s gregarious, resourceful, ingenious nature. During this third session we will see how he brings all the instruments together in concerti and symphonies. How was it possible that during his short life Mozart composed no less than 41 symphonies and more than 60 concerti? Amazing!! During our session we will watch and listen to a sampling of his very best orchestral music. Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Music Enrichment: W, May 15th, 10:30 AM OR T, May 28th, 2 PM
1954—Rock ‘n’ Roll is here to stay—a cultural revolution is underway! On April 12, 1954, Bill Haley and His Comets recorded “Rock Around the Clock” and in July 1954, Elvis Presley recorded his first hit at Sam Phillips’ Sun Studio in Memphis. This was the year of Brown v. Board of Education and the launch of the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine. General Motors introduced the Firebird and Chevy unveiled its V-8 engine. RCA began production of the first color TV just in time for the beloved Lassie series. Join the fun as we take an in-depth look at a culturally significant year! Everyone welcome! Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Dulcimer Concert: TH, May 30th, 10:30 AM
Dulcimer Dreams is the husband and wife duo of Brian and Maureen Barnes. The hammered dulcimer originated in Persia (Iran) about 2000 BC and is the ancestor of the piano. The mountain, or Appalachian dulcimer, is a uniquely American instrument. Based on the German zither, it originated in the Appalachian region of our nation about 1830. Maureen and Brian have been bringing their music to audiences since 2004. They have played at community events, churches, garden walks, David Davis Mansion, Funk’s Grove Church and more. Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Women Building Emotional Resilience for Better Mental Health with Genesis Hall, LCSW: S, May 18th, 10 AM
Genesis Hall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Wellness Coach with an extensive background in the social service field with over 20 years experience. Genesis is a skilled trauma informed practitioner serving children, adults, and families through individual and family therapy services in her Generalist Clinical Private Practice in Central Illinois. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, self-care, self-worth, and wellness. She was an instructor at Illinois State University and enjoys spreading awareness concerning Mental Health throughout the community.
Genesis will be conducting a workshop on “Women Building Emotional
Resilience for Better Mental Health”. She will identify common challenges women face that impact their mental health. During this workshop, she will teach you ways to manage through and grow from hardships by learning skills that help build emotional resilience. Participants will walk away with practical techniques and strategies to help improve self-awareness, self-assessment, and self-compassion while helping them grow in building healthy relationships around them to better safe guard their mental health. Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Mental Health Series with Bruce Boeck: Grief: TH, May 23rd, 10:30 AM
Bruce Boeck is a Licensed Counselor with over 40 years of experience with every kind of population. He will bring his knowledge and experience to ARC to share a mental health series covering a variety of topics. This series will be offered on the 4th Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM.
The topic for May is "Grief.” Everyone experiences loss and we grieve for what we have lost. In this session, we will talk about healthy and unhealthy grief and ways to accept grief. Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Self-Awareness: Self-Care Workshop with Marsha Miess: F, May 24th, 10 AM - 12 PM
Self-care is not just breathing, hygiene or exercising. There are many other levels of Self Awareness: Self-Care. You are Worth Every Effort You put into You. Let’s start learning how to be the better version of You in a positive and productive manner. Practical steps towards the hidden treasures within you. Be encouraged to Empower and Equip yourself. Registration required.
Session 1: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Session 2: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Must attend first session to fully understand the second session properly. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Patriotic Puzzles & Pizza: T, May 21st, 11 AM
Join us at ARC for a fun time putting together patriotic puzzles with your ARC friends, and enjoy pizza while you puzzle! You will work on 500-piece puzzles.
Cost: $2. Registration required. Register at AR or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Game Night: W, May 29th, 5 - 7 PM
Join us at ARC for a fun evening spent playing your choice of board game! Refreshments will be served. For the event to take place as scheduled, a minimum of 8 participants will be required. Register by May 22nd. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Caregiver Support: CCSI & The Alzheimer's Association - May 1st, 2 - 3 PM Are you a current or past family caregiver? Are you feeling stressed, tired, alone, overwhelmed, and/or burnt out? Caregiver support group meetings may be able to help! Caregiver support groups offer not only peer support, but resources in our communities, referrals to additional support, possible funding opportunities, and problem solving. If you feel you need a listening ear to validate what you’re going through as a caregiver, this support group may be for you! Caregiving is not easy and we’re here to help!
Caregiver Support: Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center - May 7th, 9:30 AM
Sugar Creek in Normal, IL offers a free support group for caregivers that assist in the care of Alzheimer's & Dementia individuals on the first Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM at the ARC in Normal. Talking points covered include conflict/resolution, self-care for the caregiver, recreation activities, the different stages of disease.
Grief Support Groups Led by Kevin Copeland, LCSW, Carle Hospice Bereavement Coordinator. Previous group leader Lisa Flanagan has retired. These programs will meet in person at ARC for the month of March.
Women's Grief Support: W, May 1st,
12 - 1:30 PM This group is closed to new members.
Men's Grief Support: W, May 8th & 22nd, 12 - 1:30 PM Open to members/non-members of ARC, men who are grieving the death of a spouse or other significant person/other.
Parkinson's Support Group: T, May 21st, 1 PM
The Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month. For May’s meeting, a rep from Abbott will be doing a presentation about DBS (deep brain stimulation).
Matter of Balance: Session Zero: T, May 14th, 1 - 2 PM A Matter of Balance is an evidence-based Falls Management Program for Older Adults approved by the Administration for Community Living and National Council on Aging. A Matter of Balance is made possible in part through a grant from ECIAAA.
The Program offers practical falls-prevention strategies, including:
· Promoting a view of falls and fear of
falling as controllable
· Setting realistic goals for increasing
activity
· Changing the environment to reduce fall
risk factors
· Promoting exercise to increase strength
and balance.
The workshop is conducted over eight sessions, meeting twice weekly for two hours per session.
Those who attend Session Zero will have the first opportunity to register for the full Matter of Balance program that will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 4th—June 27th from 1—3 PM.
Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Stress Busters: F, May 17th - July 19th, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Are you a caregiver for a loved one with dementia and struggle to find time to care for yourself? This 9-week class is for you! Stress Busters teaches you ways to care for yourself while enhancing the care you provide to your loved one. The practical tools, resources, and group insight shared in this healthy-aging class will help you be the best caregiver for your loved one while learning the importance of also taking care of YOU! There is no charge for this class and all materials are supplied.
Call ARC at (309) 888-9099 or use the GymMaster Member Portal to register as space is limited! See flyer at ARC for list of weekly topics!
Funding for this program is provided by CCSI Case Coordination, LLC, ECIAAA, IDOA, and the Caregiver Advisory Program. For additional information call or email our Caregiver Advisor, Angie Raymer, at (309) 661-6400 angie.raymer@ccsiccu.com. CCSI Case Coordination, LLC main office is located at 3601 G.E. Rd., Suite 2, Bloomington, IL 61704
Botanical Gelli Printing: F, May 3rd OR 31st, 10 AM - 12 PM Gelli printing uses acrylic paint, which is messy. Please dress with this in mind. Bring your own greens and fresh flowers to use to create your botanical prints. Cost: $5. Registration required. Register at ARC or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Fused Glass Garden Stakes: F, May 10th OR S, May 11th, 9 OR 11 AM
Back by popular demand! Make a beautiful, floral-themed garden stake using shards of glass. Cost: $30. Register at ARC or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Paint Abstract in Watercolor or Acrylics: TH, May 16th or 23rd, 9 :00 - 11:30 AM
Are you in a painting slump, or need new inspiration? Let’s paint abstract in watercolor or acrylics! We will jump right in with thumbnail sketches of classic layout designs. These include radio, cruciform, grid, horizontals, verticals and seven more.
These exercises are the basis for all good compositions. Come playful and expressive!
Find your inspiration from nature, city, countryside, or figures. Bring any paints, brushes, and heavy paper. Carol will supplement fun items for textures.
$15 per class. Call or text with questions to Carol at 309-230-8743. Register at ARC or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Steampunk Hats: F, May 17th, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Inside Out Accessible Art will bring top hats, glue, charms, gears, clock pieces and fabric or feathers etc. for the brim. Registration required. Cost: $20 if you need a hat, $10 if you bring your own of any kind. Let us know if you will bring your own when you register. Register at ARC or on the GymMaster Member Portal. You will make payment on the day of class.
Learn About Relay for Life: TH, May 9th, 11 AM The American Cancer Society will be on site to discuss the Relay For Life of McLean County happening on Saturday, June 29th at Heartland Community College. The funds raised at Relay go to fund important cancer research and patient support services right here in Central Illinois. You will earn how you can get involved with Relay For Life! We are always looking for Teams to join us at our event, and we love to have volunteers come out to help us put on the event! We also love celebrating our Survivors at the event – if that is you, please register as a Survivor to receive a complimentary t-shirt and an invitation to our Survivor. To register for Relay For Life, just go to: www.relayforlife.org/mcleanil Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Conversational Spanish: F, May 10th - 31st, 11 AM Planning on traveling to a Spanish speaking country? Want to order your meal in Spanish at your favorite Mexican restaurant? What about a refresher of the Spanish you took in high school? If any of this interests you, then this class is for you. We'll learn useful, practical Spanish phrases. No grammar. No conjugations. Just the fun parts. Cost: $20 Registration required. Register at ARC or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
ARC Enthusiastic Gardener’s Club: Jumping Worms & Cicadas: TH, May 16th, 11:00 AM
You won’t want to miss this talk by Jaci Dixon, Master Gardener, on how to protect your gardens against the “destructive invasion” of these 2 pests this year! 2024 is a “double cicada” year, and Jaci can tell us how to protect our trees from their damage as well as our flowers and lawns from the jumping worms! Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Local Interest Speaker Series: Library History with NPL: F, May 17th, 10 AM
Laura Golaszewski, Patron Experience Manager at the Normal Public Library, will be on hand to talk about what's happening at the library during their construction project and share plans for the future. Questions are encouraged and appreciated! Registration required. Register at ARC, by calling 309-888-9099 or on the GymMaster Member Portal.
Outdoor Games: T, 1 - 3 PM
Join us for drop-in time to enjoy playing outdoor games such as bags, washer toss, ladderball and more in the green space activity area! No registration required.
August 09 — August 17, 2024 • 9 Days • 12 Meals
Highlights: From the old-world style of Quebec City to the power of Niagara Falls, say bienvenue to Eastern Canada. Board a boat and experience Niagara Falls up close. Discover Niagara-on-the-Lake’s 300-year-old history of winemaking with a winery tour and tasting. Have a brunch of regional specialties at a local sugar shack and learn about maple syrup-making. You choose how you explore Old Quebec – on foot with a local guide or on a panoramic coach tour. Walk the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal. An unforgettable experience awaits as you venture along picturesque countryside and glistening skyscrapers.
Click HERE to learn more.
October 4 — October 11, 2024 • 8 Days • 10 Meals
Highlights: Providence, Choice on Tour: Providence Walking Tour or Panoramic City Tour by Coach, Newport, Lobster Trap Pull Demonstration & Cruise, Plymouth Rock, Cape Cod, Hyannis, Nantucket, Chatham, Choice on Tour: Chatham Day Trip or Free Day, Martha's Vineyard, Lobster Dinner
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Feb 20 — March 1, 2025 • 10 Days • 13 Meals
Highlights: Embrace the spirit of “Aloha” on a leisurely three-island tour of Hawaii featuring 3-night stays each in Oahu, Big Island and Maui. Enjoy your luxurious beachfront hotel in Waikiki. “Remember Pearl Harbor” and visit the USS Arizona Memorial. Embark on a wonderful journey along Oahu’s famous North Shore. Admire the hula dance, an ancient Polynesian art form. See the beauty of Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park. In Maui, visit the old royal capital of Lahaina, once home of the world’s largest whaling fleets, where you can stroll through historic streets. Experience a traditional Polynesian luau – just one of your stops in paradise.
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March 31 — April 8, 2025 • 9 Days • 11 Meals
Highlights: Málaga, Choice on Tour: Málaga Alcazaba or Picasso Museum, Marbella, Sentenil de las Bodegas, Ronda, Home-Hosted Lunch, The Alhambra, Madrid, Segovia.
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September 21 — September 29, 2025 • 9 Days • 20 Meals
Highlights: Zurich, 7-Night River Cruise, Rhine and Moselle Rivers, Strasbourg, Speyer, Mannheim, Lorelei Passage, Cochem, Bernkastel, Wine Tasting, Cologne, Amsterdam
Glide along the enchanting Rhine and Moselle rivers on a leisurely journey to the Netherlands, Germany and France. Join a local expert for a tour of Amsterdam. Enjoy a guided tour of Strasbourg. Cruise past charming panoramas as you get to know the culture and deep history of the region.
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May 2024
Noontime meals are served Monday-Friday and are available to persons 60+. There is a suggested donation of $4.00 for each meal. Participants are served a well-balanced meal containing at least 1/3 of the daily adult nutritional requirements. To make your reservation, call ARC at 888-9099, press 1 and leave a message with your name and reservation date at least one day in advance of the reservation date by Noon. No meal will be served at ARC on Monday, May 27th.
SHIP counselors are trained, certified, and experienced in offering one-on-one information for all aspects of Medicare, health insurance and drug plans. A program of ARC, SHIP provides assistance, explanations, and plan comparisons. There is never a cost, sales, or any insurance affiliations. SHIP is especially helpful for those new to Medicare who are trying to navigate the system and meet deadlines or to anyone wanting to lower current costs and understand options. Help is available by individual appointment at various times each month. Call ARC at 309-888-9099, and a counselor will return your call to set an appointment. Walk-in hours are available on the 2nd Thursday and 4th Monday of each month ONLY. Walk-ins start at 1 PM with no appointment needed and operate on a first come, first served basis. Help is available by individual appointment various times each month as well. Call ARC at 309-888-9099 and press 3 to leave a message for the SHIP team. A counselor will return your call to set an appointment. SHIP is a program of the Illinois Department on Aging.
Click HERE to visit the official Medicare site.
Click HERE to learn more about SHIP & the Illinois Department on Aging.
Want to know more about Medicare?
Curious about Medicare? Finding Medicare insurance confusing? Turning 65 soon and overwhelmed by mail from insurance companies? SHIP can help!
ARC SHIP counselors will be offering bi-monthly “New to Medicare” sessions held in a small group setting with the next on Thursday, June 27th, 2024. The last New to Medicare session for 2024 will be Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 4:30 PM in the Classroom. Counselors will cover the basics of Medicare and secondary insurance options. These presentations will be helpful for anyone with Medicare in their future (or who just wants a refresher). They are not personalized nor meant to replace in-person.
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