The Whistlestop Newsletter
Happy New Year: January 2014 FiftyForward Madison Station 301 Madison St, Madison, TN 37115 (615) 860-7180 www.fiftyforward.org
Hours of Operation: Monday—Thursday, 7a.m.—4:30 p.m. (Fitness Center open until 6:30 p.m.), Fridays until
News From the Director Happy New Year! What a great year we had in 2013—we had a record membership year of 896 members as of press time. We hope to see all of you renew your membership for 2014. Just $10 per month allows you access to all of the fabulous programs, classes, events and fitness center. Just read through our newsletter to see what you get for your money. Members can choose to pay for the year all at once, or sign up for bank draft for the $10/month option. I am happy to announce that we are once again fully staffed. Lauren Woods joined our team at the end of last month as our morning Office Manager. Read more about Lauren inside the newsletter and help make her feel welcome. In the event Davidson County schools close due to inclement weather, all center programming will be canceled. However, the center itself will remain open. Center Directors may use their discretion as to whether the center should be closed early or open late, thereby allowing members and staff extra time to/from home safely. Lastly, I would like to send out a special “Thank You” to the hard-working Fundraising Committee of FiftyForward Madison Station. This committee did a fantastic job of running four fabulous dinner shows this year, raising $5,000 for our center. Thank you to each of you for all of your time and dedication to our center, and thank you to all of you who bought tickets! Our Mission: FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, wellwell-being and lifelong learning.
January Special Events When Was the Last Time You Tried Something for the First Time? 2014 is the Year of the Horse in Chinese tradition! Be on the lookout for a special Chinese New Year event in February. In fact, February is Celebration of Culture month at FiftyForward Madison. We are taking you on an adventure in 2014 to try some new things for the first time! Please direct your attention to the insert for a preview. Eat Smart, Live Strong with Sandy Wray and Sam - Wednesday, January 15 Ringing in the New Year by making resolutions? Sandy Wray and Sam are here to help. They will be facilitating four FREE sessions which are designed to help older adults improve their health and overall well-being through eating right and exercising. Beginning Wednesday, January 15 at 1 p.m. and running each Wednesday through February 5, this USDA certified curriculum gives you the tools to reach your goals step by step. Tasty Tuesday - Tuesday, January 21 It’s a brand new year and we’re deep into the heart of winter weather. At 11:30 on Tuesday, January 21, let Lisa Spencer, News Channel 4 Chief Meteorologist, tell you about tracking all the weather we’ve been experiencing. Warm your insides with this tasty menu before we talk about ice, snow, and other chilly things: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, turnip greens, and cornbread. Purchase your $5 ticket at the front desk by Friday, January 17. Snowed In Soup and Game Day and Winter Birthday Party- Thursday, January 23 Let’s all be snowed in together and make a day of it at this FREE event on Thursday, January 23! The games will commence at 10 a.m. with Brain Games, a team trivia competition that is all the rage at FiftyForward Bellevue right now. At 11:30 we will serve delicious soup to warm your bellies. 12:15 will bring a return to the games with the Senior Games facilitated by Windlands East. We’ll also be offering Apples to Apples board game with Sam, Black Jack, Mexican Train Dominoes, Skip Bo, Bunco, Scabble and Corn Hole. Stay until 1:30 to celebrate the winter birthdays with cupcakes! Please sign up at the front desk in the Free Events Binder. Big Bingo - Tuesday, January 28 Try your luck at the quarterly Big Bingo on Tuesday, January 28 at 12 noon. We are holding it during the day time to accommodate night driving and weather concerns. Get your $5 ticket by Friday, January 24, which will purchase a Whitt’s BBQ sandwich, potato chips and drink as well as a chance at fabulous Bingo prizes AND the finale $50 gift card coverall! Skyline Lunch and Learn - Thursday, January 30 Skyline Medical Center is sponsoring the quarterly Lunch and Learn on Thursday, January 30 at 11:30. Dr. Roth, an ears, nose and throat specialist, will be speaking on sinus related topics. Skyline will also be providing lunch for this FREE event! Sign up at the front desk in the Free Event Binder.
Tax Appts. We are accepting tax appointments for the 2014 tax season. AARP tax preparation volunteers will be here every Wednesday from February 5th until April 9th to help prepare your 2013 taxes. These are free services so make sure to get your appointment. Suggestion Box *Why don’t you invest in a better suggestion box? We actually have a new idea for the suggestion box setup. Be on the lookout for this in the coming months. *Take a trip to the Portland Winery. Sam will look into this as a possible trip for February. *During Bingo some people pick prizes before their card is checked. We will make an announcement at Bingo to please wait to pick up prizes until your cards have been checked. Oasis Seminar The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 18 at 1 p.m.
(*) Denotes free class for FiftyForward members. Visitors add $5 per day.
Classes
Bob Ross Oil Painting Class– $20 for a completed oil painting on canvas! Taught by certified instructor Liz Farar. The class will be on Monday, January 27 at 9 a.m. Please sign up and pay at the front desk by Wednesday, January 22. Framing– By appointment only. Learn the art of framing your own projects, including matte board, glass & moulding! $15 for 3 hours. See Mel Cooper to make an appointment. Yoga– Mondays at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m., Thursdays at 6 p.m. & Fridays at 2 p.m. Taught by Stephen North, Jr. Learn the art of relaxation & health through traditional yoga. $5/class. Tai-Chi– Wednesdays at 9 a.m. & 6:45 p.m. Taught by Larry Lee. Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi to improve balance, flexibility and overall health. $3/class Piano & Voice Lessons– Fridays at 10 a.m. Taught by Geno Haffner. $15/30 minutes. Call Geno at 310-4579 to schedule. Guitar Lessons– Fridays at 4 p.m. Taught by Vern Pilder. $15/45 min. Go to the front desk to schedule. *Line Dance– Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Led by Faye Redden. Join this fun group of dancers for a great time as well as great exercise! *SilverSneakers Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing– Every Monday from 2-3 p.m. This class focuses on reducing stress and working on your breathing. Taught by Kathleen Phillips. *SilverSneakers Circuit– Mondays at 12:30 p.m. Taught by Sandy Wray. Combines fun & fitness to increase your cardiovascular & muscle endurance with a standing workout. *Senior Strength Training– Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9 a.m. Taught by Fred Sandoval. Unsure of how to use the equipment in the fitness center? This class is for you! *SilverSneakers Classic– Taught by Kathleen Phillips on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. & Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Taught by Sandy Wray on Thursdays & Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Class uses hand-held weights, tubes, balls, and chairs. *SilverSneakers Yoga - Thursdays at 10 a.m. Taught by Sandy Wray. Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses. *Crochet for Beginners– Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Led by Paulette Spalding. Bring an “H” needle and yarn and Paulette will be happy to show you the basics of crochet. *Reader’s Theater- Got the acting bug? Don’t worry about memorizing your lines. Come read Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. Facilitated by Kim Yearwood.
The Fitness Center is open Mon-Thur, 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m, Friday til 3:30p.m. Cards and billiards are available Mon-Thur, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m, Fridays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. www.fiftyforward.org
We welcome your ideas! Please use the suggestion box in the TV Room.
Clubs &Groups Groups
Wisdom Writers Club- Meets first and third Fridays at 10 a.m. Join others in Life Story Writing. Facilitated by Carol Roberts. Diabetes Club- Meets 1st Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Hickory Gardens. Next meeting is January 2 at 1:30 p.m. Includes healthy snacks and a quarterly giveaway! Must be present to register for the giveaway. Book Club– In January, join the Book Club on the 4th Wednesday of the month as they return to the deep south of 1930 with the wonderful story of Atticus Finch and his children, Scout and Jem, as told by Harper Lee in “To Kill A Mockingbird”. It is available in CD, DVD and book form through the local library. Facilitated by Del Dorr. Bible Conversation– Led by Story Church, Bible Conversation will meet every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Red Hat Society– Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. $15 yearly dues. Join these ladies for lunch in red and purple gear! Linda Kent, Queen. Monday, January 13 the ladies will eat in at the Center. Quilting Club– Mondays at its new time of 11-2 p.m. Bring your materials and quilt away! Led by Carole Petty. Inglewood & Friends– Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Plans monthly trips. Reminisce– Meets 1st Tuesday at 1 p.m. Go back in time with Nancy McDougal. Door prizes! Open Music Jam– Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in Classroom #2. Madison Travelers– Meets 1st Wednesday of each month at 12 p.m. Plans monthly trips for evenings and weekends. Crochet Club– Every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. All crocheters welcome! Fun and fellowship! Instruction provided if needed. Mexican Train Dominoes– 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Come learn how to play this fun game. Bring a set of dominoes if you have them. Silver Notes Band– Wednesday at 2 p.m. 16-piece plus big band that performs all over Nashville! Kim Yearwood, Band Leader. Did you play an instrument in high school? Come join us! Genealogy Club– Meets 1st Thursday at 10 a.m. Want to research your family history? This is the group for you. Karaoke Club– Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. led by “D. J. Dottie” Dillard. Come sing your favorite song or just listen. Door prizes! January 9. Knitting Club– Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. Don’t know how? Someone will show you! Just bring your knitting needles and some yarn. Golden Tones Choir– Led by Geno Haffner. Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Seeking those who love to sing. Friday Night Music Jam—Every Friday from 6-9 p.m. Free, but they do pass the hat for donations. All acoustic music welcome. Bring your instrument and sign up to play! Bunco- Come join us to play Bunco on the third Monday of every month at 1:30 p.m.! The more players, the better the game! We need at least 4 to play. This easy dice game is tons of fun. Free prizes for those who win the most and Bunco.
Sam wants to hear from you! Put your ideas for a club, class or event that you would like to see at our center in the suggestion box.
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Ready to Join? A membership is just $120 per year. Bank draft of just $10 per month is available as well. We are a SilverSneakers reimbursed location!
Special Services
*NEW! Grief Support GroupBeginning Monday, January 27 at 10 a.m. we are offering a free support group for those dealing with the stages of grief. Meet with others who are journeying through the same processes in a safe and confidential environment. These meetings will continue on the third Mondays of the month in February. Facilitated by Adam Waltenbaugh who has his Masters in Counseling from Vanderbilt University. Depression and Bipolar Support GroupIf you suffer from Depression, Bipolar Disorder, other mood and emotional disorders or are a caregiver for those who suffer, join the DBSA group on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Center. DBSA is a safe place where you can share your thoughts, experiences and strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle for yourself and those you love. Facilitated by Annie Lauri of the DBSA Madison Chapter. Metro Nutrition ProgramLunch for seniors over 60. Must apply with Metro first. Mon-Fri, 11:30 am. 48 hour reservation required. Also serving Meals on Wheels. Contact Felicia Whitaker at 860-7180. Donations requested. TransportationTo/From Center on Tues. & Thurs. $2/within 3 miles of center, $3/within 4 miles. Free Legal Aid: Provided by Beck & Beck Law Office Meet with Bill Beck on the 3rd Wednesdays starting at 9 a.m. in 15 minute sessions. Visit the front desk or call 860-7180 to make an appointment. Living at Home ServicesProviding referrals to help seniors remain at home as long as possible. Adrienne Morgan, Care Manager. Call 860-7180. Medicare CounselingKay Sanders, a member of our Center, is certified in helping with any questions and concerns you may have about your Medicare plan. She will have appointments the third Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Please sign up at the front desk. Blood Pressure Checks1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Provided by Shirley Brown. Blood Pressure and Glucose ChecksProvided by Jenny Kay Caregivers. 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 10– 11 a.m. Therapeutic MassageEvery 2nd Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Danielle Paris, Licensed Massage Therapist. Cost is $25 for 30 minutes, $50 for one hour. Call 860-7180 to schedule. Notary ServicesJulie Reeves, Notary. Donation to the center requested. Monday through Thursday, 12:30– 4:30 p.m. Fridays 11:30-3:30 p.m. Technology On Demand: Private Computer TutoringTaught by Don Smartt. Private sessions are 90 minutes each. Topics available include Microsoft Word, Excel Basics, Internet Basics, and Email/Social Networking. Tuesdays, 1:30-3:00 p.m. or Wednesdays 10:00-11:30 a.m. Cost is $30 per session. Call 860-7180 to schedule. When possible, please give a 24 hour cancellation notice. Open Computer LabOur computer lab is equipped with cable internet and open for your daily use! (Note: Lab is closed during private computer tutoring times listed above, during massage, Legal Aid and Medicare Counseling.) Free Wi-FiWe are happy to provide Free Wi-Fi here at the center. See front desk for password. Having a Big Party? Rent our Building!We provide rental of our Social Room for evenings and Saturdays. Cost is $100 per hour, minimum of three hours and includes all tables and chairs. FiftyForward members receive a 25% discount! Walk Our Parking Lot4 times around our parking lot equals one mile! Personal TrainerMichael Neel is a Certified Personal Trainer. He will be available to work with you on Mondays from 4:30-7:00 p.m. He will be happy to show you how to safely and effectively use the fitness equipment in the Fitness Center. It is $15/30 minutes and $25/an hour. Please sign up at the front desk if interested.
***All the trips are posted at the center on the 3rd Tuesday of the
New Year Trips
month. Payment is DUE at sign-up. If the trip is full, put your name on the waiting list. If we get at least 10 names we’ll try to plan the trip again. ***
World Country Dance Championships See the best of the best perform and compete for the title of 'World Country Dance Champion' at The Opryland Hotel. Enjoy roped off, floor seating to get the best view of all the soft-shoeing, whirling, and stomping. Continue your Country expedition by heading to Chuy's at Opry Mills to take in Texan-style Tex-Mex cuisine. Friday, January, 3 - 8:30 a.m. $4 + Lunch Music City Center Tour --RE-SCHEDULED from December Take a guided tour of the brand new Music City Center. Did you know that Nashville was voted by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top five cities to visit in 2013? The Music City Center is a spectacular new building designed to meet the attention and growth the city will attract as a Top Five City. It can host anything from a major national convention to executive board meetings to exhibitions of all types. Afterwards, revel in the true southern tradition of barbeque done cafeteria-style at Peg Leg Porker. *Please note: This trip requires a lot of walking.* $5 + Lunch Tuesday, January 7 - 9:00 a.m. Mt. Juliet Music Jam to See Ron Lashbrook Perform Tuck away every scrumptious morsel at Courtney's Meat and Three in Mt. Juliet before enjoying the music stylings of our very own Ron Lashbrook, FiftyForward Madison's Van Driver, as he performs for you at the Mt. Juliet Senior Center Music Jam. Thursday, January 9 - 11 a.m. $5 + Lunch Madison Traveler's to The Loving Pie Co. and Shopping Get away with the Madison Travelers to The Loving Pie Co, a fun and cozy redesigned home nestled in a neighborhood where everything you eat has something to do with pie! Who can go wrong with pie, I ask you?? And no, it's not just dessert, the entrees have a pie theme as well! Follow up with shopping at 100 Oaks. Saturday, January 11 - 10:30 a.m. $4 + Lunch Musician's Hall of Fame Tour Tip- Eat a big breakfast before this trip! Tour the Musician's Hall of Fame in their new location: the Historic Nashville Municipal Auditorium. The Musicians Hall Of Fame And Museum is the one and only museum in the world that honors the talented musicians who actually played on the greatest recordings of all time. And we have obtained a special ticket price for this trip! Conclude with Southern fare at the Copper Kettle which has received accolades from The Tennessean, The Nashville Scene, and The City Paper among others. Tuesday, January 14 - 9:30 a.m. $15 + Lunch Inglewood to Uncle Bud's and Shopping Have some lip-smacking good eats at Uncle Bud's in Donelson with Inglewood Travelers. Then head over to Goody's in Hermitage for a little, or a lot, of shopping....but wait, you're still not done yet! Do some more shopping at Charming Charlie's too! Monday, January 27 - 11:00 a.m. $4 + Lunch ***NEW TRIP!!!***A Conversation with John Seigenthaler Start your day off right with breakfast done your way at The Pfunky Griddle. Choose it how you want it and then cook it right at your table! Then head to FiftyForward Knowles Center to take in A Conversation with John Seigenthaler. Be in the audience as Mr.Seigenthaler shares his experiences with the Freedom Riders, the Kennedys, and Nashville’s role in the Civil Rights Movement. Thursday, January 30 - 9:00 a.m. $4 + Breakfast
New Year Happenings New Morning Office Manager There have been a lot of new faces on staff lately, but we know you will love the addition of Lauren Woods as our new Morning Office and Volunteer Manager! Lauren is a bright spot wherever she is and will lend you some brightness if ever you find yourself in need of some. She is also an extraordinary organizer, baker, pet lover, and social media whiz. Please make her feel welcome. Fitness Center Winter Hours Beginning in January and continuing through the winter months the Fitness Center will close at 6:30 p.m. to accommodate night driving and weather concerns. The Fitness Center will return to normal hours in the spring. ZUMBA is back! Beginning Wednesday, January 8 at 10:15, Melissa Tuttle, FiftyForward Donelson’s Zumba Instructor, will hold a new Zumba class. Melissa is certified in Zumba Basic and Zumba Gold and will tailor the classes to the participants’ desires. The class will be $3 each Wednesday and can be paid at the front desk before each class. History of Islam with Del Dorr In December, Del will present the fifth seminar in the World Religions series; this time on Islam. The seminar will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, January 13. There will be a one hour discussion about the religion and its cultural significance and then the group will visit the Islamic Center of Nashville followed by lunch. Please sign up at the front desk by Thursday, January 9. There is a $4 van fee for this trip. The Best of The Rest Seminar Brenda Hunter, AARP event speaker and author of the book Essential Conversations about Generations, will be presenting a free seminar about enriching your retirement on Thursday, January 16 at 1:30 p.m. She will have copies of her book available for purchase and refreshments will be provided. Grief Support Group A new Grief Support Group will begin on Monday, January 27 at 10 a.m. Adam Waltenbaugh, a facilitator for the DBSA group meeting Tuesday nights at our Center, will be leading this group. Adam has his Masters in Counseling from Vanderbilt University. Grief Support Group will meet regularly on the third Mondays of the month beginning in February.
And we would like to thank…. Windlands East for Christmas Dinner Show pies, Bathfitter for Bingo sponsorship and refreshments, Gilda’s Ambassadors and Social Graces for providing service at The Christmas Dinner Show, Theresa Wolle for free spa treatments, CareAll, Windlands East, Maybelle Carter, Phillips-Robinson, NPS, Grace Manor, Brookdale, McKendree Village, and Vanco Healthcare for Holiday Potluck sponsorship as well as all those who generously donated their time to bake for the Flea Market! Thanks to all of you for your contributions to our Center!
New Year 2014 Newsletter www.fiftyforward.org Need to Contact Us? FiftyForward Madison Station Staff & Emails: Kelsey Mahaffey-Center Director kmahaffey@fiftyforward.org Samantha Garlock– Program Manager sgarlock@fiftyforward.org Julie Reeves– Afternoon Office Manager jreeves@fiftyforward.org Lauren Woods– Morning Office & Volunteer Manager lwoods@fiftyforward.org Kathleen Phillips-SS Instructor/Liaison kphillips@fiftyforward.org Adrienne Morgan-Care Manager amorgan@fiftyforward.org Michele Clark-FLIP Coordinator mclark@fiftyforward.org Darryl Brady-Maintenance dbrady@fiftyforward.org Fred Sandoval-Fitness Center Ron Lashbrook-Van Driver Felicia Whitaker -Metro Meals
Where are we located? FiftyForward Madison Station’s address is 301 Madison Street. However, we are physically located at the end of Douglas Street. There is a sign in the driveway that says “FiftyForward Madison Station.” Parking and entrance are in the back.
MLK Day National Day of Service FiftyForward will be closed on MLK Day, Monday, January 20. But FiftyForward’s volunteer program, RSVP, is open and offering two special service activities for seniors as part of the National Day of Service. The two projects are card making and food packing. Please see Julie, Lauren or Sam for more information on how to be a part of the National Day of Service and FiftyForward RSVP. Have an interest or a hobby? We are looking for facilitators and teachers to begin new classes. We have some interest for classes on jewelry making and stained glass. If you or someone you know may be interested in teaching or facilitating these or any other classes, clubs or groups, please jot it down and put it in the suggestion box in the TV room or come fill Sam’s ear! Sudoku Stumper Be the first person to give Sam the correct answer to the puzzle below and win a prize!