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Too late to swim as a senior? The presenter shares how he learned how to swim as a senior without going into the water! This 1-hour session will provide the essential lesson without going into the pool. You can practice at home without a pool!

Note: Due to the unique nature of this course, participants will not be entering any water during the 1-hour session. The focus will be on acquiring essential swimming knowledge you can then use on your own for future development in swimming.

The Circle Square Cultural Center brings world-class performers to an 930-seat entertainment venue in Ocala, FL. Each event on the schedule involves a tremendous amount of planning and preparation. Come behind the scenes with Jo Layman, Gary Pierre, and Gary Manges to see the "green" rooms, where performers do make-up and costuming. Learn about the front of the house and backstage equipment management. The team shares information about how shows are booked, sometimes years in advance, and what it takes to bring a group to the Cultural Center stage. Hear insider stories about show production, which are interesting as well as entertaining! After attending this class, you will never again think about a concert in the same way.

Please join Jonathan Miller, from On Top Of The World/Colen Built Development, in this very informative class for "Active Shooter” presentation, which was presented by the “ALICE” Training Institute." This class will provide you with the knowledge and skills to enhance your survival should you become the unfortunate victim of a violent intruder scenario. Jonathan is a certified active shooter instructor." The acronym for "ALICE" stands for (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate). This class provides an instructor led class that provides preparation and a plan for individuals and organizations on how to more proactively handle the threat of an aggressive or violent intruder or active shooter event. Whether it is an attack by an individual person or by an international group of professionals intent on conveying a political message through violence, ALICE Training option based tactics have become the accepted response, versus the traditional "lockdown only" approach.

Learn how to operate the Hydrawise irrigation controller using app-based technology. Class participants will learn how to use the application and navigate through the water savings features using a tablet, laptop, or smart phone.

Participants will need to have a Hydrawise account set up with a functioning irrigation clock connected to their Hydrawise irrigation system they can remotely link to. In addition, they will need to know their email address and password.

Join us for a continuation from our very own construction team for a tour of an active construction site.  The team will point out and demonstrate some the techniques and features of homes built at On Top of the World. Learn about the various construction stages as we tour parts of the community.  Students are required to wear closed toe shoes. Students will meet the instructor at the MTP building to head prior to driving into the field in the bus.

Learn basics of maintaining your home, so you can do minor projects yourself and know when to call a professional. From changing air conditioner filters to fixing clogged toilets and sinks to understanding fuses; this overview will help build your confidence and get you started. Go over how to build a basic tool kit, how to approach things with safety in mind, and when you should not attempt to do it yourself. Bring questions about maintenance projects you would like to tackle.

Please join your local SHINE Senior Medicare Patrol Team to help stop $60 billion in annual Medicare Fraud. Medicare fraud is ever changing and has a negative impact on you. Reduced benefits; increased out of pocket expenses; decreased or no coverage at all for services that are medically needed. Learn three key facts: protect, detect and the importance of reporting, the latest in scams. Join us each month as we enjoy engaging and interactive discussion and/or games such as: Jeopardy, VIP Matching, Bingo, etc. all about fraud.

In Florida, the summers throughout the state are long, hot, and fairly humid; air conditioning is a necessity here. Learn about the components of an HVAC system. Understand what proper maintenance is and what it entails. Reject common misconceptions about A/C systems by becoming aware of the facts and prepare yourself with the knowledge necessary to avoid costly and unnecessary repairs and investments in new equipment.

Come for a behind the scenes tour of the Florida Aquatics, Swimming and Training (FAST) facility. It's open to the public and the house of aquatics training from beginners to Olympians. Meet the tour guide at the front desk just inside the main entrance at the FAST facility.

Please join your local SHINE Senior Medicare Patrol Team to help stop $60 billion in annual Medicare Fraud. Medicare fraud is ever changing and has a negative impact on you. Reduced benefits; increased out of pocket expenses; decreased or no coverage at all for services that are medically needed. Learn three key facts: protect, detect and the importance of reporting, the latest in scams. Join us each month as we enjoy engaging and interactive discussion and/or games such as: Jeopardy, VIP Matching, Bingo, etc. all about fraud.

Register today and learn about the wide array of resources available to seniors in Marion County. This course provides valuable information on healthcare options, senior housing, social and recreational activities, transportation services, support networks, community initiatives, government assistance programs, and optimizing senior benefits. Whether you are a senior yourself or have a loved one who could benefit from these services, this course equips you with the knowledge to effectively navigate and access the available resources. This course can help empower you to make informed decisions and access the support you need.

Enjoy a morning at Silver Springs State Park learning about the natural and cultural/historical resources of the area. Group will meet at the archway (main entrance off Rt 40). Participants will spend the morning with a Park Ranger to learn about the importance of the Silver River, starting near the head spring.
After a Glass Bottom Boat tour, they will walk along the Ross Allen Boardwalk and Blue Trail to take a tram ride through the Sandhill Natural Community, with the last stop at the Silver River Museum. After the museum, they will tram back to the main entrance. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and must be able to walk at least one mile, some on uneven ground.

Cost includes: park ranger tour, glass bottom boat ride, and tram ride. Students will drive to the location and meet at the Entry Arch to Silver Springs State Park, Route 40 entrance. 

Please join your local SHINE Senior Medicare Patrol Team to help stop $60 billion in annual Medicare Fraud. Medicare fraud is ever changing and has a negative impact on you. Reduced benefits; increased out of pocket expenses; decreased or no coverage at all for services that are medically needed. Learn three key facts: protect, detect and the importance of reporting, the latest in scams. Join us each month as we enjoy engaging and interactive discussion and/or games such as: Jeopardy, VIP Matching, Bingo, etc. all about fraud.