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First Friday Ballroom. Friday, March 4, 3 - 6 p.m. Enjoy ballroom dancing, featuring the Mike Wolverton Band. All levels of experience, couples and singles welcome. Buffet dinner included. Fee is $9 by Feb. 28 deadline, $10 after, $1 discount to members.

Shredding for Safety. Tuesday, March 8, 10 a.m. 12 p.m. Protect your identity, de-clutter your home, and recycle. Bring in up to four grocery bags of documents to be securely shredded. Please stay in your car throughout the process, papers will be unloaded for you. For ages 50 and better ONLY. No fee.

St. Paddys Day Party. Friday, March 11, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Enjoy a special meal, entertainment, dancing to a live band, prizes, and more. Fee is $8 by March 7 deadline, $10 after.

Mental Strategies for Weight Management. Tuesday, March 15, 10:30 11:30 a.m. Learn the mental attitudes and preparation that are effective in meeting weight management goals. Retirement Planning Today. Wednesdays, March 16 and 23, 6:30 9:30 p.m.; Saturdays, March 26 and April 2, 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Discover investment strategies and ways to save money for retirement. Fee is $49/residents, $54/non-residents. Register by March 14 for Wednesdays/March 24 for Saturdays.

Michigan Report with State Representative Vicki Barnett. Friday, March 18, 12:30 - 1 p.m. State House Representative Barnett shares the latest political news and answers questions.

Fridays Film. Friday, March 18, 12 3 p.m. After a great lunch, enjoy You Dont Know Jack starring Al Pacino, Susan Sarandon and John Goodman. Includes popcorn, candy, and a beverage. Fee is $5. Register by March 17.

Healthy World Cooking. Fridays, March 18 and March 25, 1:30 2:30 p.m. A hands-on cooking class that features regional cooking with Vanessa Tommack. Discover how to make your own Spanikopita (Greek Spinach Pie) on March 18 and prepare Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce on March 25. Drop-in fee is $6 per class.

Dental Health. Tuesday, March 29, 10:30 11:30 a.m. Learn how to maintain lifelong healthy teeth and reduce the risk of other health problems. This comprehensive discussion, covering everything from oral hygiene to mini implants, will be led by Jeffrey Zanetti, DDS, who has practiced dentistry in Farmington for over 23 years.

Tax Assistance. Tuesdays and Fridays through April 15. By appointment only at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. Get assistance with federal, state, homestead, and energy credit forms from specially-trained members of the AARP. Simple, E-file returns only. All information is confidential. Call 248-473-1830 to make an appointment.

Several support groups are also available at the Center for Active Adults including Caregivers, Grief and Loss, First Step Stroke, and Vision Impaired. The Center also offers many clubs that meet regularly including the Coupon Clippers, Photography Club, Brain Games and Investment Concepts. Call 248-473-1830 for meeting dates and times.

Programs and activities are sponsored by the Senior Adult Division of the City of Farmington Hills. Advance registration is required for all programs. To register for events or for additional information, please call 248-473-1830.