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FAIR PARK: Fair Park delighted with latest corporate sponsor
Fair Park is delighted to recognize Eye Centers of Tennessee as December’s corporate sponsor. Eye Centers of Tennessee has had a long and enjoyable relationship with Fair Park before becoming corporate sponsors this year, and have traditionally provided bingo and prizes for the center’s “Birthday, Anniversaries, & Newcomers” bingo on the first Friday of each month. Eye Centers of Tennessee is regarded as one of the leading eye care centers in the United States. Its surgeons have helped thousands of people enjoy better vision and are committed to excellence and providing the best eye care treatment available. Eye Centers frequently has doctors visit to learn how to become better caregivers in a more efficient manner.
Eye Centers of Tennessee invests in the very latest laser, surgical and pre-op testing equipment available on the market. From LASIK to cataract surgery to cosmetic procedures to the treatment of eye diseases, Eye Centers of Tennessee invests in the most high tech equipment available. These doctors have the only fixed site laser in the Upper Cumberlands, and are always up-to-date on the newest and best treatments and technologies.
The surgeons at Eye Centers of Tennessee are among the most experienced and well trained in the entire country. Together they have performed thousands of surgical and laser vision correction procedures. All of the surgeons are board certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology and have taught courses to other doctors at major national and international meetings of ophthalmologists. The vision correction surgeons are fellowship-trained, having completed extensive training as eye surgery specialists.
Every member of the Eye Centers of Tennessee team is dedicated to providing excellent patient care. The company motto is "Seeing Is Believing," and Eye Centers works hard to make their patients are their priority throughout every step of their care with Eye Centers of Tennessee.
REMINDER: Thursday evening is “A Christmas Celebration with Jay Fox & Friends” at the Palace Theatre. Come and show your support for the programs and activities at Fair Park by attending this celebration of seasonal songs and entertainment. Tickets are available at Fair Park Senior Center, Progressive Savings Bank — Fairfield Glade branch, and the Palace Theatre.
To learn more and be part of the fun, check the weekly schedule of events below or visit the Center to find the day and time of the activity you’d like to participate in. While you’re there, be sure to pick up Fair Park’s monthly newsletter — “News Line.” In it, you’ll find an indispensable listing of all classes offered, special events, and up-to-date information on what’s going on at the center. You can also fire up your browser and click to the center’s Web site at www.fairparkseniorcenter.org to keep up-to-date on the latest programs and activities that are being offered as well as on-line versions of the Center’s monthly newsletter “Newsline.” Take advantage of the resources that Fair Park offers — get involved, and become part of the fun!
NOTE: Basic I and II Computer Classes are ongoing — call for more information and to sign up for classes.
Wednesday, Dec. 9
•10 a.m. — Beginning electric guitar with Tom Fincher.
•11 a.m. — Intermediate electric guitar with Tom Fincher.
•12:30 p.m. — Creative Quilters — on hiatus until January 2010.
•1 p.m. — Guitar forum.
•1 p.m. — Cribbage with Andy Bertolino.
•1 p.m. — UT Extension Arthritis Exercise Program.
•2 p.m. — Cardio Blast aerobic workout.
Thursday, Dec. 10
•8:30 a.m. — Van trip — Dale Hollow, Livingston, Algood — seats still available.
•9 a.m. — SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength & Range of Movement.
•10 a.m. — Table tennis.
•10:15 a.m. — Beginning yoga with G. King — on hiatus.
•12:30 p.m. — Bridge Bunch.
•1 p.m. — Bass guitar class — open to all.
•1 p.m. — Ceramics with Eileen O'Barsky.
•1 p.m. — Euchre with Tommy Cole.
•2 p.m. — Senior chess club — open play, everyone welcome.
•4 p.m. — Healthy Eating Class — $10 per person per class. Call to reserve your spot.
•6:30 p.m. — Line dancing.
•6:30 p.m. — ER4YT with Larry Nesbit.
•7 p.m. — A Christmas Celebration with Jay Fox & Friends — at the Palace Theatre.
Friday, Dec. 11
•8:30 a.m. — Van trip — "Trash and Treasure" trip — thrift shop excursion. Seats still available.
•9 a.m. — Beginning Bridge with Marcel Bilodeau.
•10 a.m. — Breakfast with CMC.
•10:30 a.m. — Good Ole Rocky Top bingo.
•10:30 a.m. — Darts with Chuck Toodle.
•12:30 p.m. — Bridge class.
Monday, Dec. 14
•8 a.m. — Table tennis.
•9 a.m. — Veggie bingo.
•11 a.m. — Line dancing.
•12:30 p.m. — Pinochle.
•12:30 p.m. — Bridge Bunch.
•1 p.m. — Painting with the Masters with Glenna King.
•1 p.m. — Cribbage with Andy Bertolino — everyone welcome.
•6:30 p.m. — ER4YT with Larry Nesbit.
Tuesday, Dec. 15
•9 a.m. — Cardio Blast — $1 per class; everyone welcome.
•10 a.m. — ER4YT with Larry Nesbit.
•10 a.m. — Advanced Tai Chi with Diane Parvin.
•11 a.m. — Beginner Tai Chi with Angie Bedard.
•12:30 p.m. — Pool League continues.
•1 p.m. — SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength & Range of Movement.
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