FREEDOM 7 SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER, Inc.

a 501(c)3 Non Profit Corporation
Since 1984

5000 TOM WARRINER BLVD
COCOA BEACH FL 32931

(321) 783-9505

Executive Director, Angela S. Bush

Welcome to the Freedom 7 Senior Community Center Website
Please visit often to stay updated on weekly activities; special events; fundraisers; & your local merchants and restaurants providing
discounts/perks to current Freedom 7 card members.

For those of you who may not know.... in July of 2009 a brand new SCAT Bus Route 7 started - and comes here to F7 at Cocoa Beach Country Club every half hour on weekdays!!
For more information call us #783-9505 or call SCAT 633-1878

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Upcoming Special Events:

We had a wonderful time on Wed June 30, 2010 at Noon - at the "Red, White & Blue Indoor Picnic"
And also at the Wed July 14, 2010 "Lunch & Learn" with a one hour Health Topic and a social lunch provided after.
Topic: Summer Fun & Heat Safety was presented by Karen Savage with Dignity Memorial as part of their Safe & Smart Tips for Living
Please read on for future special events plus regular activities.
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Please call ahead to reserve your seat for the August 11 (Wednesday) 11am Event. 783-9505
We might do a Pot Luck lunch if people call and let me know they want to.

Wednesday August 11, 2010 - 11a to Noon Karen Savage presents ... Cons & Scams : Reduce your odds of being targeted by con-artists. She teaches easy to implement changes in personal behavior to minimize the chance of becoming a victim.

Wednesday August 25, 2010 - 11a to Noon presented by Karen Savage : Safety While Out & About, Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones when carrying out day-to-day activities. Specifically, we�ll discuss purse snatchings, ATM safety, motorist cons, parking lot dangers, night driving , and carjacking. Will provide FREE whistle key chains to all attendees. Part of Smart & Safe Tips for Living Series by Karen Savage - Dignity Memorial

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Monday September 6, 2010 Closed for Labor Day

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Wednesday September 8, 2010 - 11:00am to Noon Identity Theft Designed to help reduce your risk of becoming a victim of identity theft. Part of Smart & Safe Tips for Living Series by Karen Savage - Dignity Memorial

Wednesday September 22, 2010 - Details to Follow : Fall Prevent Awareness Day

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Wednesday October 6, 2010 Flu Shot Day 10a to 2pm Maxim Health Care Provides Flu Shots here at F7 - Walk In, quick, easy, comfortable setting. Maxim files Medicare and accepts most insurances.

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Wednesday October 13, 2010 11:00am to Noon Fire and Burn Safety The odds of a home fire can be drastically reduced by putting some simple fire safety practices into place. She teaches easy to implement changes to your home and personal behavior in order to minimize the likelihood of home fires and fire-related injuries. Prize drawing for a FREE home fire extinguisher. Part of Smart & Safe Tips for Living Series by Karen Savage - Dignity Memorial

Wednesday October 27, 2010 11:00am to Noon Home Invasion The odds of a home invasion can be drastically reduced or even eliminated by good crime prevention practices. Learn easy tips and ways to change our behaviors and ways to keep our home safer. Part of Smart & Safe Tips for Living Series by Karen Savage - Dignity Memorial

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Wednesday November 3, 2010 Flu Shot Day 10a to 2pm Maxim Health Care Provides Flu Shots here at F7 - Walk In, quick, easy, comfortable setting. Maxim files Medicare and accepts most insurances.

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Tuesday November 9, 2010 - Noon to 3pm - Gratitude Luncheon - open to all Freedom 7 Senior Community Center Members & potential future members. RSVP Mandatory

Thursday November 11, 2010 Closed for Veteran's day
(always closed Fri/Sat/Sun)

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Thursday November 25 Closed for Thanksgiving Day
(always closed Fri/Sat/Sun)

Wednesday December 1 Flu Shot Day 10a to 2pm Maxim Health Care Provides Flu Shots here at F7 - Walk In, quick, easy, comfortable setting. Maxim files Medicare and accepts most insurances.

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December 15 Wednesday Holiday Potluck Luncheon Details to follow.

Monday December 21 "Parties" at Bridge, Mah Jongg, Health Class. Regualr Play takes place.

Closed for Winter Holidays Tuesday December 21 through Sunday January 2, 2011 - Reopen Monday January 3, 2011

January 10, 2011 Monday and every Monday through April if able - Chris Lyle�s Orientation for Wellness for Life Class details to follow

January 15, 2011 Saturday - Jewelry Swap & Rummage Sale - Fundraiser to benefit Freedom 7 Senior Community Center. 9am to 1pm. To �rent� a table or for more info - $10 current F7 members/$20 non members - call 783-9505

February 25, 2011 Friday Night 7p to 11pm 5th Annual Hot Night in the City - more info to follow� Please Mark Your Calendars Now, we need and want you to make plans for a wonderful starry night out - and help us with this fundraiser! Tickets still only $15 includes live band, dancing, one drink, light food, a 50-50 Raffle, silent auction, possibly some live auction action, presentation of the Third Annual 8 over 80 Awards to eight of your friends and neighbors over 80 years old who inspire us all. This is a major fundraiser for us. We have to pay for most of the event and need your support, please ink in your calendar, plan on buying tickets in advance & driving over - or reserving a cab - for a great night out.

Most of our activities are led or taught by members of F7 or Perks Partners. Some are presented by others in the community. If you want to come lead a class or activity - please call us to inquire.

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Check this list again soon - updates coming for: Health & Wellness presentations; catered luncheons; brown bag lunches; pot luck socials.

Listed below are the ongoing activities - most are year round - Bridge, Bridge Lessons, Pinochle, Mah Jongg, Mah Jongg Lessons, Watercolor Class, Computer Class, Group Trips, Dominoes, Scrabble, Rummy Cube - other Board Games... Call for more info - there is room for you!!

Current Weekly Activities

Monday

Look ahead & mark in your day planner ..... Health & Fitness Class: "Road to Wellness"", a Winter/Spring Class - led by Chris Lyle runs from Jan thru April. Call 783-9505 to sign up.
Bridge Class 10a to 11a ran from Oct thru early April. Call office to sign up for waiting list for the next Beginner Bridge Class. **Special Summer Class through June 14
Each Class is only $1 Members $2 Non Members. This is for beginners & those who want to "brush up."
Year Round : Travel Desk: 11:00am - Noon, talk with Lee Rosenkranz about upcoming trips: Freedom 7 Members get a discount on travel.
Year Round : Party Bridge/Rubber Bridge: 12 Noon (sign in 11:30am)
Year Round : Mah Jongg: 12 Noon (sign in at 11:30am)
Mah Jongg Lessons - call to sign up for the next class, need at least 8 people signed up.

Tuesday

The Yoga Classes ran from February thru May.
If interested in Yoga please call our office for more info.
Small Computer Class: 8 week course 10am for one hour, $35 Members/$45 Non Members (join F7 - only $10 annually - and save!!) call to be placed on the waiting list
Tuesday - Scrabble, Dominoes, Rummy Cube, and more - some folks start at 10a and might play for several hours.
Chair Exercise Group has been put on hold due to lack of participation. 11 am to Noon If you are willing to volunteer to lead class - while exercising yourself - please call 783-9505
**If you are interested in playing and/or volunteering for BINGO - call 783-9505

Aqua Fit: Tuesday & Thursday at the Pool with Chris Lyle
$3 City of Cocoa Beach Residents $4 Non-Residents. Call for more info.

Wednesday

Wednesday June 30, 2010 at Noon "Indoor Picnic - Red, White & Blue to kick off the Independence Day Weekend"
**Director is providing this "picnic" for Freedom 7 Senior Community Center current and potential new members. RSVP required 783-9505. We are always closed Fri/Sat/Sun and this year we will also be closed Monday July 5th and Tuesday July 6th for Independence Day
Wednesday July 14, 2010 Topic: Summer Fun & Heat Safety - Free - One hour from 11am to Noon
All attendees are invited to stay for lunch immediately following the lecture.

Thursday

Pinochle 10:00a -sign in @ 9:40am(Some folks play til 3p or 4p)
Watercolor Class 11am to 1pm Call Pearl Ollie for Information (321)536-3523
Aqua Fit with Chris Lyle - see info on Tuesday listed above

Membership has Perks!!

Here is a partial list of area restaurants and merchants who offer discounts/benefits to present year card members. Membership with Freedom 7 runs October to October and still is only $10 Individual/$15 per Couple (Renewal for everyone is due every October regardless of what month you join.) Your membership helps support Freedom 7.
Please show your cards when visiting the following establishments.

Ann-Lia Gift Shop 10% Off purchase of $7.50 or more.Gift Shop Cocoa Beach
Air, Land, & Sea Travel ... free gift with any cruise or tour booking. Cruise Travel Cocoa Beach Cape Canaveral
Beef-O-Brady's Cocoa Beach & Merritt Island 15% off. Restaurant Bar Cocoa Beach Merritt Island
Cocoa Beach Health & Fitness 50% off enrollment & discount monthly dues
Computer Tutor John Kellogg (in home sessions, private lessons, reasonable rates)321-501-9813 FREE anti-virus security cd with first one hour or more paid session
Dalino's Pizzeria Merritt Island 20% off 456-5055 Family owned and operated, fresh and delicious
DAYAWAYTRAVELCLUB - Florida Greeters..discounts on trips.
Diamond Castle 20% off
Heidi's Jazz Club and Heidelberg Restaurant 10% off
Not on weekends or Holidays
Lily Spa Nails New Owners.. 20% off
Moves/Estate Sales: Senior Moves provided Caring Transitions #321-610-8952 $10 off senior move / $25 off Estate Sale
Old Fish House 10% off
Petro Plumbing 10% off labor service up to $50
Pizza Hut Cocoa Beach 10% off
Roberto's Little Havana 10% off
Ron Jon Surf Shop 10% off EXCLUDING Oakley/Maui Jim/All Surfboards (because mark up is very low on boards in the first place)/sale items. Cannot combine with any other discounts.
- Rusty's at the Port 20% off
Slow & Low Barbeque 10% off food purchases
Sonny's Barbeque 10% off purchase
The Surf Bar & Grill 10% off
Sutton's Pool Supply 10% off parts - retail and parts for service calls. Pool supplies Merritt Island
and many more !! Complete list forthcoming. Visit site again soon to see, join Freedom 7 and get your Membership Card for the discounts and to support us. Thanks!!