At First Presbyterian Church, senior adults (KEYS - Keeping Everyone Young in Spirit):
continue to experience the abundant life of Christ through a variety of programs and services and with each other. For information about any of the events below, contact Pat McCleary ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it / 210-271-2726).

Fridays: 9:45 AM – Room 108
“Step & Stretch,” our fitness class, continues during the summer! Dress comfortably and bring a friend, as there is no cost and no reservations are necessary. Gale Buchanan from Spectrum Fitness Center leads the class. Come and bring a friend to share our Friday fun and fellowship!

January 13 (Friday) 11:00 a.m.
Butch Gerfers, our former Church Administrator will speak on the history of Coker Cemetery—located in northern Bexar County in an area that used to be called Coker Community.  You will find many familiar family names on the cemetery headstones: Jones, Maltsberger, Isom, Sandau, Gordon and Voelcker just to name a few. Coker Community was established in the mid 1800’s on a land grant received by John Coker from the Republic of Texas for his service at the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836. Former FPC Church Administrator Butch Gerfers, a descendent of John Coker’s brother Joseph, will have a presentation with some interesting stories and little known facts about Coker Community as well as the recent Texas Historical Marker that the cemetery received.

January 20 (Friday) 11:00 a.m.
January Birthday Celebration
Paloma Blanco Restaurant, 5800 Broadway
We’ll say Happy Birthday to our January birthday members with a return visit to Paloma Blanco where we’ve had many fun times.  Reservations must be made by noon on Tuesday, January 17, by calling Melissa at 210-226-0215. You are responsible for your reservation if you cancel after that date.  Cost $12/person.

January 27 (Friday) 11:00 a.m.
RICK CAVENDER & HIS BAND
Rick Cavender and his band return for another memorable performance.  We’ve packed the house on his last visits so don’t delay in making your reservations and inviting your friends.   His theme this year is” GOING RODEO” so wear your cowboy boots & hats to kick-off rodeo.  Band members will be Rick Ramirez, Pete Williams, Mark Stevens, Ron Knuth, Keith Harter and Tammy Frost.  Don’t miss this exciting performance!   “For over 20 years, Rick has livened up many a party on the local, national and world scene.  They have provided memorable entertainment for the largest convention ever to visit the city and performed with the hottest stars in the music scene…Rick is also a respected community leader and known to many as the voice and personality behind the Cavender Auto Family of dealerships.”  RSVP by sending a check for your reservation and lunch no later than Friday, January 20, to the attention of Pat McCleary. Cost:  $15 per person.

January 31 (Tuesday) 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
AARP Safe Driving Class  - Room 302
This is a refresher course designed for drivers 50 years and older.  You will learn all the new defensive driving techniques and proper use of safety equipment and receive a certificate that can be used to apply for a reduction on car insurance.  B. J. Laymon, AARP instructor, teaches the class.  RSVP to Pat McCleary at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or 271-2726.

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