Senior spotlight

Preventing Dehydration During Summer will be held 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. Learn the signs of dehydration, causes and best practices for prevention. Registration required. Go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging or call 301-475-4200, ext. 1660.

The St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group will hold its next meeting 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, at the Garvey Senior Activity Center. The group is designed to be a safe space for caregivers to share their experiences and learn about resources and is open to caregivers of all types, including those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia, diagnosed with Parkinsons, recovering from a stroke, or experiencing other physical, cognitive or mental challenges. The group will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Contact 301-475-4200, ext. 1057, or Jennette.Beyer@stmaryscountymd.gov, or go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Aging/HCBS-Overview/.

R&B line dancing will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. Learn popular line dance steps to R&B songs.

From Farm to Your Table: Farmers Feeding St. Mary’s will distribute free fresh produce to the community 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department, 46900 S. Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at U-Haul Moving & Storage, 46041 Signature Lane in Lexington Park. Frozen meat will be available at the Sept. 7 event. Family units will be limited to one box of produce per event and distribution continues while supplies last. Contact 301-475-4200, ext. 1073, or go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/FFSM.

Fall bird feeding will be held 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Wild Birds Unlimited Co-Owner Barb Whipkey will share tips on how to attract a larger variety of birds to our feeders. Registration required and opens Aug. 20. Go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging and click View & Sign Up for Activities & Programs or call 301-475-4200, ext. 3115.

A men’s strength training boot camp will be held 11 a.m. to noon Thursdays from Sept. 12 through Oct. 10, at the Northern Senior Activity Center. This series aims to enhance strength, mobility, and overall fitness and is tailored for seniors. The cost is $45. Registration required and opens Aug. 20. Go to www.stmaryscountymd.gov/aging and click View & Sign Up for Activities & Programs or call 301-475-4200, ext. 3115.

Create an apple basket painting craft 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26, at North Beach Senior Center. The cost is $15. Registration required. Call 410-257-2549.

A Luau party will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Wear a favorite Hawaiian shirt, learn to hula and enjoy a Hawaiian-themed lunch. Registration required. Call 410-535-4606.

Play cornhole 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at Southern Pines Senior Center. All skill levels welcome. Registration required. Call 410-586-2748.

Stepping On will be held 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 17 at Calvert Pines Senior Center. The free evidence-based falls prevention program is designed to help avoid hazards and falls. Participants should not use a walker or wheelchair full-time or fallen more than six times in the past year. Registration required. Call 410-535-4606, ext. 8751.

Computer basics class will be held 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 21, at Calvert Pines Senior Center. Learn the basics of using computers. Learning computers provided. Registration required. Call 410-535-4606.

Sign language basics will be taught 11 a.m. Tuesdays at North Beach Senior Center. Call 410-257-2549.

Walk with others will be held 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Southern Pines Senior Centers. Stroll along the walking path. Event will be canceled in case of inclement or very humid weather. Call 410-586-2749.

Lunch is served at noon Monday through Friday at each senior center. Menus include lemon glazed chicken, beef tips and cheese ravioli. Contact the center you would like to dine at at least 24 hours in advance. Call North Beach Senior Center at 410-257-2549, Calvert Pines Senior Center at 410-535-4606, or Southern Pines Senior Center at 410-586-2748.