The Shepherd's Center of Topeka is an interfaith-based volunteer-run organization that provides opportunities for adults 55 and older to participate in educational, physical, spiritual, and social activities and events. | | |
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Good Monday Evening!
I hope you had a beautiful Mother’s Day surrounded by the vibrant colors of spring. The blooming of peonies has added an extra touch of joy to my Mother's Day celebration. Their large red and pink flowers are a wonderful sight during spring. It’s amazing how nature has its way of celebrating special occasions with us. I hope the beauty of spring continues to bring you joy as it does for me. For more information about peonies, click on the picture.
Thank you to Marylin and Glen Buzzell, Max Dunavan, Dan Pauls, and Susan Miller for helping with the Topeka Area Continuity of Care (TACC) Senior Resource Fair on Thursday, May 2! This fair is a great opportunity for the Shepherd's Center to reach out to our community and let seniors know who we are and the opportunities we provide for life-long learning, socialization, and exercise.
Maggie Durino and Marilyn Brock have volunteered for the Planning Committee! We appreciate their time and dedication to helping bring great speakers to Adventures in Learning. If you have ideas for presentations for Adventures in Learning, let us know and we will contact the speaker for future presentations at AiL.
We are still taking applications for our next director. I would appreciate your prayers and help sharing about the position.
Activity Group
No Pickleball on Monday, May 27. First Baptist Church will be closed for Memorial Day.
I'm sorry for the late email today due to internet issues.
Have a blessed week!
Karen Willard
SCT Director
785-249-3258
shepherdstopeka@yahoo.com
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Topeka Area Continuity of Care - TACC
Thank You for helping at the TACC Spring Senior Resource Fair!
The TACC Senior Resource Fair is a wonderful time to learn the latest information about healthcare, housing, rehabilitation, hospice funeral planning, or activities throughout Topeka and the surrounding area. Vendors will answer questions and provide informational brochures and freebies to take home. If you missed the spring fair, join us in the fall. Please consider volunteering for this fun event to spread the word about the Shepherd's Center.
TACC FaceBook Page
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Marylin and Glen Buzzell, Max Dunavan | |  |
Marylin Buzzell, Susan Miller, Dan Pauls | | |
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2024 Annual Membership Dues
and Member Profile Form
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Join Shepherd's Center now and gain access to our online membership directory. While you can join any time, joining at the beginning of the year provides the most benefits, as your $30 membership dues are paid per calendar year. As a member, you'll enjoy discounts on "Adventures in Learning" and access to our online membership directory, as well as a printed directory, if desired. Your membership also supports our mission.
Print Membership Form to Mail
If you are a new member, click the link to print the member profile form and return it to the office. If you don't have a printer, let me know, and I'll mail the form to you. Print Member Profile Form
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SCT Activity Groups
Physical Well-Being, Spiritual Growth,
Socializing and Education
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PLEASE CALL THE COORDINATORS OR THE OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. | |
Line Dancing with Karen Botkin | |
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Pickleball - Monday and Wednesday from 1 – 3:00 at First Baptist, 3033 SW MacVicar Ave, Topeka. One of the four courts is designated as a training court on Wednesday. If you are interested in playing recreational pickleball, please email Dave Mathias at davemathias@sbcglobal.net or Betsy Thompson at betsyjthompson@gmail.com. Please note that Pickleball will not meet on Monday, May 27.
Line Dancing - Meeting from 1:30 - 3:30 on the 2nd and 4th Thursday and from 1:30 - 2:30 on the 1st and 3rd Thursday for beginners at First Baptist Church, 3033 SW MacVicar Ave, Topeka. For more information, contact Karen Botkin at 785-945-6785 or Jim Bauer at 785-256-2432 at jimbaer73@gmail.com. Please note: Jim Bauer is teaching the beginner's class on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
SMS - Strength, Mobility, Stability Exercise Group
Monday, 9:30-10:00, Arbor Valley Senior Homes Clubhouse, 1414 SW Arbor Valley Dr, Topeka
Tuesday and Thursday, 9 - 9:30, Rosehill Place, 3600 SW Gage Blvd # 97, Topeka Tuesday and Thursday, 10 - 10:45, Grace UMC, 2627 SW Western Ave, Topeka. For more information, please call Anne Crawford at 785-273- 4527 or email anne.crawford@cox.net.
Tai Chi 123 - Meets Tuesday 9:30 - 10:30 at Lowman United Methodist Church and Thursday 9:30 - 10:30 at the Zoo at Camp Cowabunga or Kay's Japanese Garden, depending on the weather and availability. No training is needed; watch and follow. Contact Madon Dailey, Certified Tai Chi Instructor, at 785-845-4478, madondailey@gmail.com. Join Madon from Home via Zoom on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Click on this link Zoom Tai Chi Use Meeting ID: 825 2355 0912 Passcode: TopekaTC4V
Please consult your physician before starting a new exercise program.
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PLEASE CALL THE COORDINATORS OR THE OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.
Bridge Group - Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St, Topeka, from 1:00 - 3:30 pm. Arrangements to play must be made by Monday at 5:00 by calling Joan Arterburn's cell at 785-213-1812 or home at 785-408-5174 regarding attendance.
Hand and Foot Canasta - Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at St. David's Episcopal Church, 3916 SW 17th St, Topeka. Please do not enter the building before 1:45 pm. If you have questions, please email Caroline Huff at lilbopper1@gmail.com.
Mexican Train Dominoes - Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00 pm, St. David's Episcopal Church, 3916 SW 17th St, Topeka. Please do not enter the building before 1:45 pm. For more information, please email the co-coordinator, Ottie Reed, at reed7111@gmail.com or Mary Adkins at marycatkeeper@gmail.com.
Shepherd's Center Book Club - Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1275 SW Boswell Ave, Topeka. For more information, contact Pat Kirkman at pattyk696@yahoo.com.
MAP Group (Memoirs, Ancestry, Photos). Meeting via Zoom only on the 4th Wednesday of the Month, 10 - 11:30 am. Contact Rich McReynolds at rlm4017gmail.com or our office if you want to join this group. We will send you a Zoom link.
Family History Writing Group, Meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 – 11:30 am Lowman United Methodist Church, room 12. For more information, contact the office at 785-249-3258.
Widowed Support Group, meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 3:30 - 5:00 pm, Arbor Court, 4200 SW Drury Lane, Topeka (Enter off of 15th Street) Please park in Lowman's parking lot. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call the co-coordinators: Jerel Wright, at 913-707-3377, B. Munoz, 785-249-2449 and S. McManus 785-230-4149.
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If you want to volunteer on the Travel Committee, please contact Rich McReynolds at rlm4017@gmail.com.
To register for the following trips, contact Oneta at greattours@gmail.com or
call 785-633-8761. The coach picks up at Fairlawn Plaza.
"Elvis, Aloha From Vega" New Theatre Overland Park (Lunch Provided), Wednesday, March 6, Cost $78
Step Back in Time, Jamesport, Missouri, Wednesday, May 8, 7:30 am – 6:00 pm. $89. Jamesport is home to the largest Old Order Amish Colony west of the Mississippi River and the oldest and Only Amish Colony in MO that permits tours of the Colony.
Disney's Newsies, New Theatre Overland Park, Lunch Provided. Wednesday, July 31, 9:45 am – 5 pm. $80 NEWSIES spins the inspirational tale of Jack Kelly - a charismatic newsboy who dreams of a better life.
Royals vs. Giants Baseball with Fireworks
Friday, September 20, 5:00 pm - midnight. $89
Resurrection Church, December - date and cost to be announced.
For our members and friends interested in other travel opportunities, check Great Adventures Tours at www.greattourstopeka.com. Contact Oneta by emailing her at greattours@gmail.com or calling 785-633-8761 with questions, enrollment, or cancellations. Mail checks to P. O. Box 4126, Topeka, KS 66604.
Credit cards are not accepted.
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If you have a particular need or prayer request, please email Charlotte Milroy, our SCT Chaplain, at charmilr@gmail.com. If you would like your prayer requests mentioned in our Monday email, please copy Karen at shepherdstopeka@yahoo.com.
You are especially important to us, and we are here for you in your time of need. Please call or email me if you know of an SCT member who needs prayers or encouragement. If a member has passed, please let Charlotte know so she can send a card on behalf of Shepherd's Center. Click here to email Charlotte Milroy.
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Topeka, Shawnee County, and Kansas Updates | |
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The City of Topeka and Shawnee County
If you're wondering what to do in Topeka, like trying new places to eat, entertainment, or events, click on the following link for more information: Visit Topeka
"The City of Topeka is dedicated to promoting access to government data and encouraging the development of creative tools to engage and serve Topeka's diverse community." This website includes the city budget, open projects, and homelessness information. Click on the following link for more information: Open Data Portal.
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
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Shepherd's Center of Topeka | Website
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