Southwest Focal Point Senior Center
301 N.W. 103rd Avenue
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026




  Special Events
Quarterly Activities

Tuesday, July 31, 2007Acting Class for seniors
Exciting news!
Producer, writer, director George Bettinger comes to us with over 30 years experience in acting, directing, casting and producing shows for stage, Television and Radio. “This shall be a no pressure, totally relaxed, interactive class. The main thing is that we all have fun” says Coach Bettinger. If you have acted on stage before or would just like to try, this is the perfect opportunity.
Every Tuesday 10:00-11:30
Start date: July 31, 2007 to Sept 4, 2007

Cost: $ 25.00 per person



Monday, August 06, 2007Spanish Class with Midiam
This Spanish class will teach you enough Spanish to hold a conversation!
Tuesdays 9:00am
No Charge


Monday, August 06, 2007Arts & Craft Class
Have fun creating pillows, dolls, placemats and other beautiful handmade projects with the help of a skilled craft teacher,
Classes available on Afternoon only
9:30am to 11:00am or 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Limited Seating and No Class Fee


Monday, August 06, 2007Free Billiards
8:00am to 5:00pm
Players 55 and older can enjoy a full day of fun.
Tables available on a first come, first served basis
Registered members only


Monday, August 06, 2007Chorus
Join the Songbirds.
Participants perform monthly at local senior centers.
Mondays 10:15-11:15am
No Charge


Tuesday, August 07, 2007Fun with Foods
Learn cooking tips and special recipes in a fun atmosphere.
Tuesdays 11:30am-12:30pm
Cost: $3.00 per week
Reservation must be made in advanced.


Monday, August 13, 2007Watercolor Painting Class with Dolores
Individual attention is given each participant based on their skill level
Mondays 12:30pm-2:00pm ongoing
Free for members only


Saturday, August 25, 2007Over The River and Through The Woods Theater Trip
Broward Stage Door Theater
Saturday, August 25, 2007 (2pm show) Departs 12:00 noon
$32.00 per person

Thursday, August 30, 2007New Creative Writing Class
You have heard the expression
“I could write a book”
Here is your chance to learn how!
Writer instructor George Bettinger is offering a creative writing workshop.
This non pressure course will benefit those who have
written for years or just want to learn.
Starts Thursday, August 30, 2007 to October 16, 2007
No Class on September 6th and October 4th
10:00-11:00am
$25.00 per person


Tuesday, September 04, 2007Ceramics with Elsie
Create beautiful works of art to treasure or give as gifts.
Enjoy this class with an extremely talented and accomplished artist and teacher.
Cost: $12.00 per person
(includes firing and instruction)
9:00am-12:00pm Tues, Thurs
Session starts September 4, 2007 and September 6, 2007
Choice of one day a week for six weeks


Wednesday, September 05, 2007Sewing Class
Develop your sewing skills. Learn how to identify fibers and fabrics, select the right material for a project, finish garments and alter patterns.
Wednesdays: New Session Starts September 5, 2007
$7.00 per person for six weeks
9:30am – 12:00


Thursday, September 06, 2007“Take a Trip Down Memory Lane”
Join Film Historian
George Bettinger for a look back at Show Biz Greats!
10:00am-11:00am
Bring along your funny bone for this free class the first Thursday of every month



Tuesday, September 18, 2007Beginner's Computer
This easy to follow class will teach you the basics of computers.
Tuesdays 9:30am to 11:30am
9/18/2007 – 10/23/2007
$42.00 per person (includes instructional book)


Tuesday, September 18, 2007Intermediate Computer
Learn to explore spreadsheets, create name and address databases and much more.
Tuesdays 12:30pm to 2:30pm
9/18/2007 – 10/24/2007
$42.00 per person (includes instructional book)


Wednesday, September 19, 2007Internet Computer
Participants will learn three basic ways to surf the net, research and maximize its use as a resource.
Wednesdays 9:30am to 11:30am
9/19/2007 – 10/24/2007
$42.00 per person (includes instructional book)


FOR RESERVATION OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE REFERENCED ACTIVITIES, PLEASE CALL THE S. W. FOCAL POINT SENIOR CENTER AT (954) 450-6888.

SEE THE S.W. FOCAL POINT MONTHLY CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR DETAILED AND ONGOING RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER.