The Citizen

Birds of Georgia
2025-08-04 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Flock on over as you spread your wings to learn about the beautiful birds of Georgia. Discover the beauty of our native birds as Michael Turner, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited, takes us on a journey through the diverse regions of Georgia and the feathered friends that call each area home. From the mountain regions to the coast and the plains in between, Georgia is home to a wide variety of native bird species, each uniquely suited to their region. No matter if you’re a dedicated bird watcher or just enjoy seeing them in nature from time to time, you’ll leave chirping with excitement over Georgia’s vibrant and vast number of birds. This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

The Great Pollinator Census
2025-08-05 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Tuesday, August 5 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Join in on this exciting hands-on experience in preparation for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census that will be happening in August! Become a citizen scientist as we head out to the FSS garden where Kim Toal with the Extension Office will show us the best ways to observe and identify local pollinators. Discover the diverse species visiting the garden and gain valuable insights into their role in our ecosystem. Please dress appropriately for being outdoors in the garden, and bring a chair to sit on as we explore and observe these fascinating creatures. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with nature and help contribute valuable data for the census! This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

The Soundtrack to Wellness
2025-08-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Monday, August 11 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Discover the power of music! It may come as a surprise that music is about more than just entertainment. It is powerful, in more ways than you could imagine – connecting us, evoking memories and boosting our health in a variety of ways. Join Shari Douglas with Southern Grace Hospice as she brings us back to the beat of music for our health. Discover how the simple act of listening to music can positively impact your overall well-being, from boosting heart health and reducing stress to enhancing mood and supporting memory function. Explore the science behind music’s therapeutic power and how it can be used as a daily tool for emotional and cognitive wellness. This upbeat and interactive session will include a live listening experience, so come ready to sit back, relax and enjoy the sounds that heal. Let music guide you to a healthier you! This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Jelly Good Vibes
2025-08-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Monday, August 11 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Take a dive into the waters for an in-depth look into the fascinating world of jellyfish, or ‘jellies’ as many professionals like to call them! With over 20 years of experience working with jellies, Malissa Smith, Senior Aquarist with the Georgia Aquarium, will share her expertise about these interesting sea creatures. Learn about the unique biology of jellies, including their life cycle and why they aren’t technically fish, like many believe. Missy will take you behind the scenes to see how jellies are cultured and cared for. She’ll also discuss what jellies can teach us about marine ecosystems and their vital role in the ocean. This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Lunch & Learn: The Caregiver’s Compass
2025-08-14 11:00 - 13:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Thursday, August 14 – 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Caregiving is one of the most important, and often overwhelming, roles we may take on in our life. Taking on the wellbeing and care for our loved ones is honorable, but can bring challenges along with it. Whether you’re in the beginning stages of caring for a loved one, deep into the caring role, or planning ahead for your own future needs, this session will guide you through the emotional, financial and legal sides of caregiving. As you gain insight on navigating the financial and legal roles of caregiving, you’ll learn not only how to manage expectations and plan, but how to care for your own needs along the way. Get expert guidance from Attorney Victoria Farrell with Fayette Law Group, Financial Advisor Francois Bigot with Edward Jones, and Aging Life Care Manager Sharon Brooks with Wallace Brooks & Associates. Explore care preferences, identify key decision-making necessities and build a practical action plan. Learn how to take inventory of your resources, avoid common document pitfalls, protect your legal and financial privacy and form a trusted team of support. Walk away feeling more confident and prepared to manage the caregiving journey with clarity and compassion. This program is $12 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is required and payment must be made at the time of registration. Call 770-461-0813 or stop by either location to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

A Kitchen for Two
2025-08-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Friday, August 15 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Join Ebonie Jackson with Humana as she shares her expertise on healthy cooking for one or two people! Cooking for one or two people can sometimes be a challenge if you’re trying to avoid waste or having endless leftovers. During this tasty cooking demonstration, you’ll get tips on cooking quick, healthy and reasonably portioned meals for one or two! Learn practical ideas for meal prep, freezing leftovers and smart storage ideas with insight on healthy foods along the way. Say goodbye to those repetitive microwavable dinners or leftovers you end up throwing out and hello to those fresh, flavorful dishes for one or two! This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Comfortably Uncomfortable
2025-08-20 14:30 - 15:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Wednesday, August 20 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Let’s face it, change is NOT comfortable! It is hard and can be even when the change is considered a good one. Join Sea Glass Therapy for an encouraging and insightful look on learning to embrace life’s inevitable changes. If you’re facing a personal shift or major life event, walk away with the tools to help you handle change with grace. No matter if it is transitions in day-to-day life, relationships, or personal growth, we will explore why change feels so hard and how to make it more manageable. Discover practical coping strategies, mindset shifts and tools to help you feel more grounded and resilient through uncertainty. Leave with greater confidence in your ability to navigate change with grace and adaptability. This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Cibatta-Bing!
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Friday, August 22 – 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the bold, fresh flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class! Bring your appetite and creativity as Branch & Vine shows us the secrets to creating this mouthwatering meal. You’ll not only learn the skills to create more at home, but also get to enjoy them at the end of class for lunch. Whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat-lover, you’ll learn how to craft the ultimate Italian artisan sandwich using rustic ciabatta bread and your choice of savory Italian ingredients. From prosciutto, salami, and grilled chicken to fresh veggies, mozzarella, and specialty sauces from Branch & Vine, there’s something for every taste. Pair your sandwich with a delicious homemade side and enjoy a tasty Italian-style meal you made yourself! Gain tips on building balanced flavors, customizing ingredients, and presenting a sandwich that’s as beautiful as it is tasty. Come hungry, leave inspired, and take home the skills to recreate your own Italian café experience anytime! This program is $25 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is required and payment must be made at the time of registration. Call 770-461-0813 or stop by either location to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Picture Perfect Genealogy
2025-08-26 13:30 - 14:30 | GA
Tuesday, August 26 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: A picture is worth a thousand words! Unlock the stories behind your old family photographs as Angela Pendleton, President of the Fayette County Historical Society, helps us turn back the pages in time to old photographs. In this fascinating look at history, you’ll learn basic photo identification techniques to help uncover hidden clues in your ancestral images. Discover how photo formats, clothing styles, and other subtle details can help estimate the timeframe for those unidentified long-lost relatives. Angela will also share tips to enhance your genealogy research using visual history. Bring along an old family photo if you’d like to share and explore its mystery! This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Grab and Go Goodness
2025-08-26 14:30 - 15:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Tuesday, August 26 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Who knew jars could be the secret to stress-free dinners? Would you have ever thought about jars when you think about preparing your meals? Whether you need a quick weeknight meal, a thoughtful gift or just want something easy for those nights when cooking feels like a chore, meals in a jar are the perfect solution! All you’ll need to do to get a delicious meal on the table is add a little water and cook after creating these easy-to-store meals in a jar. Whitley Farms helps us discover the secrets to dinner prepping like a pro. This demo class will teach you how to create delicious meals packed conveniently in jars that can be stored in your pantry for months. Take the hassle out of everyday dinner prep with these useful tips and wonderful ideas for creative meals in a jar recipes. This program is FREE but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.
