Senior University August 2023 Class Highlights
Friday, August 4, August 11, August 18, & August 25
American Mah Jong, Beginning Level*
Mah Jong is a game of calculation, skill, and strategy employing tiles with Chinese Characters. Players seek to acquire specific tiles to form a “mah jong” in a predetermined pattern. In the American version, several exchanges of tiles among players offers everyone a chance to improve the dealt hand before the game begins. Players select a hand to play based on a printed card. Play is facilitated by familiarity with the card and the hands. As the players become proficient, the pace of play increases. The card is revised annually to keep the game challenging. Game sets and cards will be provided for use during the sessions.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Friday, August 11, August 18, & August 25
Mindful Movement*
Connect your mind and body through breath work, gentle stretching, and meditative movement. In this accessible and inclusive series, participants will be guided to move at their own pace and comfort level as they enjoy beautiful music and the benefits that movement provides for both the body and the mind.
2:00 – 3:30 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
For all Senior University Classes, you must register with Jana. You can contact her at 253-756-6219 or janawennstrom@franketobeyjones.com
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Franke Tobey Jones
Senior University
Senior University at Franke Tobey Jones provides a wealth of lifelong learning programs for people 55 or better, for both campus residents and seniors in the surrounding community. This educational and cultural program designed for seniors is unique to Pierce County. Senior University offers the opportunity to build skills, explore new subjects and enjoy the learning process with others. Lecturers and instructors are experts in their fields hailing from local colleges and universities, businesses, not-for-profits and cultural organizations, along with others who have retired with rich career experiences. Most classes are offered free of charge as a public service to the Tacoma-Pierce County community.
The Mission of Franke Tobey Jones
To enrich and extend the quality of life for seniors in our community. As a not-for-profit organization, we provide senior residential services, a supportive continuum of care and innovative community outreach.