The following programs will be held at the COA Center at Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee, at 351 Town Plaza Ave., Suite 205, Ponte Vedra. Unless specified otherwise, register by email to pbrunell@stjohnscoa.com or by calling 904-819-3234. Programs are open to ages 18-plus.
TUESDAYS
BINGO: 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, July 11. Play Bingo and win prizes. No cost to play. Open to anyone 18-plus years old.
Caregiver Support Group: 1-2 p.m. Tuesdays. All caregivers are welcome. There is a trained facilitator present at every meeting to guide the group.
Widows and Widowers: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Social group meeting the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. Register in advance for one or both Tuesdays.
Grief Support Group: 10:30 a.m. to noon July 18. This group is for anyone dealing with grief from the loss of a loved one. Ann Martel, MSW, facilitates these meetings.
IPhone/iPad Basic: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. July 18. Join the group and learn from Kai Long. Bring your device(s) and your questions. Fee: $10 for a one-hour class.
Right Plant Right Place: 10-11 a.m. July 25. Presented by Terra Freeman, urban and commercial horticulture extension agent for UF/IFAS Extension St. Johns County.
How to Pickle Just About Everything: 2-3 p.m. July 25. Taught by Professor James Carucci, master herbalist and personal chef. Fee: $10 for a one-hour session. Advance registration is required, and space is limited. To register, go to https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/coa-center-at-nocatee.
WEDNESDAYS
Open Art: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday. Bring an art or craft project to work on while socializing with new and current friends.
Medication Review: Do you have questions or concerns about the prescription medications you take? Retired pharmacist Ray Lowe is here to help. Call 904-814-9407 to schedule a one-on-one appointment. Wednesday morning appointments available.
Mah Jongg Meet-up: 1-3 p.m. July 12 and 26, 3-5 p.m. July 19. Open play for experienced players.
Social Security & You: 10-11 a.m. July 12. In-depth conversation on Social Security strategies. Free presentation by financial advisor Sean Bowles. If you are in your 50s or early 60s, you need to plan now.
Effective Core Strengthening for Lower Back Pain: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 19. Dr. Michael Derry will share his passion and wisdom from his work and recently published book.
Genealogy Group: 1-2:20 p.m. July 19. A genealogy expert will guide you in discovering your roots on the third Wednesday of each month.
Building Quick, Nutritious, and Delicious Smoothies: 3-4 p.m. July 26. Carla Powell, registered dietitian and health coach at Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee is the speaker.
Caregiver Needs Assessment: Make an appointment with a qualified dementia care specialist who will: set up a time to discuss your situation, one to one; develop an individualized education and needs assessment; support and guide; and empower you to find solutions for those needs. Call to schedule an appointment at 904-814-9407.
