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Franklin R. Rush, 77 Born in 1933 on Fleischmann Plantation (now Welaunee Plantation), Franklin R. Rush found himself caring for his five younger siblings after

the death of his parents. A Tallahassee resident most of his life, the spry 77-year-old remains a very active contributor in his community. He and wife, Delorise, married 10 years ago. With their blended families, he’s father to 13 children. He teaches his own family and other youth that

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they really “can do all things through Christ.” Establishing scholarships and the “Camp Can Do” summer enrichment program, as well as the Elder’s 15-year volunteer role at Miracle Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, are testaments to his dedication to our young and elderly. Elder Rush has pastored New Zion Primitive Baptist Church for the past 17 years, previously pastoring at Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church in Thomasville, Ga., for 13 years and at New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church in Madison 8 years.

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Franklin Rush stays involved though hard work, faith and serving people.

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The Tallahassee Senior Center and Capital Health Plan will recognize the 2011 Silver Stars Award recipients and senior volunteers with a gala at 6 p.m. May 19 at University Center Club. The semi-formal event is $40 single, $75 couple and $360 table for 10. Call 891-4008. President of the Florida State Primitive Baptist Convention. He studied at Florida State University and Florida A&M University before settling into work at FSU and, later the Florida Department of Administration. In

July 2008, the pastor received an Honorary Master’s Degree in Church Administration and in July 2010, he completed studies and received a Doctoral Degree in Ministry from Gulf Coast College and Seminary. When asked how he manages to be so involved, Elder Rush laughs and humbly explains that he has a hard time saying “no” to anyone. He says his secrets to aging well are hard work and faith. He gets satisfaction from serving people and says that even when he’s tired, if he puts in enough effort, “the tiredness goes away and the joy kicks in.”

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warm and bubbly, caring and selfless as anyone can quickly discern when engaging Susan in conversation. She moved to Tallahassee 20 years ago and at 82, happily involves herself in many area organizations, including the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra. Originally from New York, she received her degree in Early Childhood Education from Adelphi University in 1950, married and reared five children— all teenagers at the same time! She worked in the school system in Manhattan and found her niche helping children with disabilities. Susan began volunteering at Big Bend Hospice in 2008, after caring for her ailing second husband. In the past 18 months, her bedside visits total more than 100 hours. Along with her regular visits, she often acts as a Vigil Volunteer, sitting with patients through their final few hours, so no one dies alone. “We are going to be good friends,” she tells each patient, greeting everyone with respect and compassion. She makes a special bond with those who are no longer able to communicate verbally. When asked about her work with Hospice, she says, “I love it. I feel like I’m giving back. I can’t see myself going through life without giving back.” Susan takes special care to dress stylishly—sometimes in trendy jeans or highheeled boots. She likes to wear colorful clothes

Leila Doolittle says smiling and staying busy keep her happy.

to extend the peace and harmony she feels to the patients. The petite lady of fashion dances weekly at the American Legion Hall and involves herself with Temple Israel. The secret of aging gracefully and happily, she comments, is to “just enjoy life. You have to have a sense of humor and a lot of love.”

Leila Doolittle, 84 Leila Doolittle a bright, smiling 84-year-old with a lot of spunk, loved gymnastics as a little girl and still embraces her love of artistic movement. She and husband, Al, square danced and round danced with the Capital Twirlers. The couple met at church in Augusta, Ga., and were happily married for 55 years. In 1980, the couple started the Capital Round Dance Club and also participated in the Capital Square Dance Club, leading round dances. It’s fair to say they’ve twirled for miles! She laughs when saying, “We moved to Tallahassee in 1978 and

said we’d stay for seven years.” Leila offers a smile that comes with a nostalgic, faraway look in her eyes as she speaks of son John who died at 49 of colon cancer. She is not shy about encouraging others to get screened for the disease. Leila enjoys fishing, is an avid bridge player and volunteers at the Tallahassee Senior Center, where her boundless energy becomes quite obvious. At TSC, as she has for 22 years, Leila coordinates the receptionists for the legal services provided at the center. Always socially active, the soft spoken lady loves to check up on friends and neighbors and always steps in to help when an extra hand is needed. She wishes she’d learned to play piano and written a book (not too late for that!). Leila is especially proud of sons, Al Jr. and Craig, her 10 grandchildren and her

the roof.” This volunteer is one of the happiest, most active people around and she shows no signs of slowing down.

Lyle Evans, 97

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one great-grandchild. She’s still a member of Asbury Church in Augusta, where she taught Sunday school when her sons were young. Her secret to aging beautifully? Just be happy. She believes everyone should smile a lot and stay busy, two things she does very gracefully. Always the active woman, she does “everything around the house except blow off

He lives a blessed and spiritual life. Lyle Evans just turned 97 and he’s been preaching since 1950. As a young man, Lyle wouldn’t allow a Bible in his home but at the age of 34 he became a Christian. It changed his life forever he says with conviction. The former pastor of two churches still finds himself in the pulpit from time to time and,

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John and Frances Stiles stay involved with Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church and family.

41 years. Working his way up through the division, he held many positions, finally serving as director from 1987 to 1991. He served as Chairman of the Florida Section of Society of America Foresters during 1974 to 1975 and was recognized for 60 years of service in 2009. He

was given the section’s C. Huxley Coulter Award in 1992 for his outstanding contributions. In 1993, when Harold was 66, Congressman Pete Peterson asked him to serve as the Agricultural and Natural Resource district representative for six months. He stayed

for three and a half years. State Representative Allen Boyd then replaced Congressman Peterson and requested Harold to serve with him—he stayed another 14 years. He served as treasurer of Timberlane Church of Christ for 30 years and still assists with community projects. And since 1969, he’s been a member of the Rotary Club of Tallahassee. During his cherished visits with Juanita, his

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John and Frances Stiles, 86 and 84 respectively The perfect example of a happy and healthy couple, John and Frances Stiles keep family as a priority. They delight in visiting with

their two daughters, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The pair, both from West Virginia, met at West Virginia University. John served in the Marine Corps in the Pacific during World War II and in 1949, John and Frances married. They moved to Tallahassee in 1964. At age 62, John retired after 23 years See STARS, PAGE 6 /ACTIVE LIVING

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seniors. Dr. Greenberg is a life member and Past Exalted Ruler of the Tallahassee Elks Club. He went skydiving to commemorate his 85th birthday! Last year, for his 86th birthday he zigzagged across the country with the help of a GPS and his canine companion Lady. His four daughters and one son must surely tire trying to keep up with their energetic dad!

Beulah Gregory, 80 Beulah Gregory, a native of Tallahassee and graduate of Florida A&M University Developmental Research School, earned her B.S. degree in Health, Physical Education and Recreation from FAMU and pursued further education in Supervision and Administration. Always athletic and as someone who liked

Beulah Gregory says helping people and her granddaughter help keep her feeling young.

to play sports, Beulah delighted in her responsibility for organizing and supervising competitive sports programs for the Orange State Recreation Association of which she was a member. She also served as director of Dade Street Recreation Center (now named in her honor as the Lawrence-Gregory Community Center at Dade Street) and the WalkerFord Community Center. She later served as the equal opportunity officer in the City of

Tallahassee’s personnel department and joined the FAMU Developmental Research School team as coordinator of student services, retiring in 2003, at age 72. Now affiliated with the National Association of University Women, Beulah travelled to Washington, D.C. last summer for the centennial anniversary as the Tallahassee branch representative. She’s served as the organization’s president for two separate terms. Involvement with the NAACP, the Delta Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, the FAMU Retirees, the Phi Delta Kappa educational society and the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame keep this lady busy. Beulah is a lifelong member of Flipper Chapel African Methodist Episcopal church and currently serves as a trustee for 11th Episcopal district. She’s chairperson for the Board See STARS, PAGE 8 / ACTIVE LIVING

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Two hundred and ninety seniors were not forgotten during this year’s Good Friday holiday thanks to more than 60 members from Thomasville Road Baptist Church. Some members arrived early at Elder Care Services to assemble the meals normally prepared by the ECS staff as part of the Meals on Wheels program. Drivers arrived around 10 a.m. to help deliver a nutritious lunch to homebound seniors who are not able to prepare meals for themselves. These volunteers also provided a safety check and a smiling face to many of the seniors who may not have had any other guests

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of Christian Education and a class leader and director of youth ushers. She’ll soon attend a state church convention in Pensacola, now helping plan the program. Ms. Gregory also plays bridge and sings in her church choir. Her secret of positive aging…helping people, eating well, and getting enough rest. Among all of her endeavors, she reared one daughter, Gwen Gregory-Peters, and her nephew Johnny James. Mentioning granddaughter Jori Peters brings a special smile to Beulah’s voice, but then Beulah Gregory smiles as she talks about everything that gives her life extraordinary meaning.

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Inside: Moms Honored, page 2 Volunteers Honored, page 3 TSC Fitness & Health, page 4 Senior Days & Circles, page 5 In a Flash, pages 6-7 Capital Mobility Summit, page 8 Senior Center for the Arts, pages 8-9 Senior Resources, page 10 What’s on Deck, page 11 Senior Center Calendar, page 12

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Silver Stars Awards gala honors extraordinary volunteers on May 19. Mary Connell, above, will be recognized for 20 years of service to the Tallahassee Senior Center and Mary Crozier for 25 years of generous volunteer efforts.

Tallahassee Senior Center’s first director returns home Mary Crozier recently moved to Pennsylvania to be near her daughter. Tallahassee will miss her and we asked if she’d like to say a few words. Mary writes, “Oh, For the Memories… “Being the first manager of the Tallahassee Senior Center was my wonderful privilege. From the beginning, volunteers have been vital to the center’s success! The first board members were also our first volunteers! They worked with their leader Margaret Lynn Duggar to find and evaluate possible sites for the center, and they knew that the Old Armory was the right place when it became available after four years of searching. They remained involved in a knowledgeable and caring way, and subsequent board members have carried on this tradition. Hundreds of volunteers have begun/ managed/ assisted with all aspects of the center ever since those early days, and have enabled Tallahassee Senior Center to become accredited nationally, and to be recognized as one of Florida’s best! “I’ve very much enjoyed being a participant at the center since

I retired. The center acquired many honors under the leadership of Joe Jackson, Johnnie Leubkemann and Sheila Salyer. I feel like a proud grandparent! I’ve been a volunteer to the extent I was able, always wishing I could do more. “I congratulate those who have continued to volunteer. Because of them, our center continues to be this very special place for SO many of our older citizens.” Six years as a senior center director in Warren, Pa., equipped Crozier with experience. When she moved to Tallahassee in 1974 and it came time to hire the first director of the TSC, the Senior Citizens Advisory Council, led by chairperson Duggar, convinced Crozier that she was the perfect person to start the new center in Tallahassee. Not only did the Pennsylvania pro bring leadership skills to TSC, she also shared wonderful programming ideas and abundant enthusiasm. Having only half of the first floor in which to juggle numerous activities, Mary managed to lay a strong foundation for a continually thriving senior center. After her tenure as director, Crozier contin-

ued to shape TSC programs by serving on two accreditation teams for the center’s national status. Anna Johnson of WCTV fame once asked the former director, “Has the Senior Center turned out to be everything you ever imagined?” “It’s everything and more,” Crozier proudly responded. Sheila Salyer, now director of TSC, says of Crozier, “Mary always offered encouragement and support to me as director. It was always reassuring to know she was only a phone call away when I needed her wise advice and guidance.” “Mary did all the work. It’s always harder to start something from scratch,” said Joe Jackson, director from 1986-1991 said on the occasion of the center’s 20th anniversary. Crozier downplays her role and credits “a heartwarming spirit of excitement and cooperation from lots of different people that made things work!” And that spirit still lives today in the large, three-story building and adjacent Art Studio on the prominent corner of North Monroe Street and Seventh Avenue, known as the Tallahassee Senior Center.

Mary Crozier, first director and 25-year volunteer at the Tallahassee Senior Center, takes time to chat and pose with TSC current director Sheila Salyer at the Old Armory’s front steps.

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Be a key holder Please join the Tallahassee Senior Foundation today. Your contribution pays for programs and enhances services. Mail or drop off your annual membership contribution at the Senior Center. Membership Seniors (age 55+) $25 Senior Couple $40 Supporter (under age 55) $35 Nonprofit Organization $50 Key Holders Diamond $5,000 Platinum $2,000 Gold $1,000 Silver $500 Bronze $250 Friend $100 Thank you for being a key to active aging! Send your contribution to: Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303. Silver Key Holders Virginia Craig and Phillip D. Welsh Bronze Key Holders Mr. & Mrs. Ed Desloge Mr. & Mrs. Theodore Judd

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Dr. Clifford Madsen Friend Key Holders Louis G. Ambrose Roy Barber Margaret G. Cash Enid E. Dave Ron Kanen Col. & Mrs. Herbert G. Parker Alice & William Pomidore New and Renewing Members Mr. & Mrs. Arthur S. Adams, Mickey Antin, Maureen R. Antworth, Geneva Banks, Monika Bedard, Mr. & Mrs. David Beverly, R.L. Blackburn, Mr. & Mrs. Norman Booth, Betty J. Boyce, Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Brock, Carol Lynch Brown, Patricia Brunson, Janet Burkholder, Patricia J. Cheavers, Sonya Cloninger, Thelma Jean Deal, Mary E. Dobbins, Matthew Donahue, Dollie Doty, Mr. & Mrs. W.J. Downing, Oare’ Dozier-Henry, Mr. & Ms. Frank Dubinsky, Janet Erwin, John Felton, Norma T. Fletcher, Agnes Furey, Mr. & Mrs. John Gambon, Joan W. Gardner, Grace Gedroyc, Mr.

& Mrs. Harland Giddings, Susan G. Gilson, Patricia Gordon, Mary Frances Green, Gerry Hammond, Elizabeth T. Hammond, Dale Hiedeman, Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Hook, Mary Frances Hutchens, Elizabeth James, Hazel Lee Kleppey, Patricia J. Kraft, Dean LaFleur, Donald Ledbury, Kathy M. Lee, Milton Lepkoff, Thelma M. Link, Robert Litteral, Mr. & Mrs. Paul Lucarelli, Barbara Maker, Glenna Maker Mr. & Mrs. Monheim Manassa, Fred Martin, Donna McKenzie, John Meldrum, Wolf Merklein, Billie Milner, Roger Owen, Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Pease, Mr. & Mrs. Friedrich Peuckert, Mr. & Mrs. W. J. Pomidor, Yvonne Powell, Dana Preu, Inez M. Pryor, Jane M. Quinton, Betty Reecy, Mr. & Mrs. Earl Rhodes, Frankie Rice, Julia Richter, Martha Rodeseike, Annie R. Rolle, Sylvia Rousseau, Dorothy Ryan, Sheryl Salit, Mary Jane Sansone, The Honorable Jane G. Sauls, Barba-

The Golden Review is a bimonthly publication of the Tallahassee Senior Center Sheila Salyer, Senior Services Manager, City of Tallahassee; Executive Director, Tallahassee Senior Foundation; Editor, Golden Review Rosetta Stone Land, Managing Editor Hella Spellman, Contributing Editor Susan Beason, Martha Gruender, Layout & Design The mission of Tallahassee Senior Services is to enhance the independence and quality of life for seniors and caregivers through educational, social, recreational and wellness opportunities. Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation or favoring by Tallahassee Senior Services or the Tallahassee Senior Foundation.

ra Sayes, Dene Scott, Helen Shaara, Mr. & Mrs. Harold Showalter, Mr. & Mrs. Blaine Smith, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Souter, Lonnie L. Stanford, James E. Stephens, J. Cookie Stevens, Mr. & Mrs. John Stiles, Sara A. Straub, Kristi Strickland, Catherine Suchdeve, Marivic Tabanguil, Mr. & Mrs. George & Shirley Taylor, Juanita Thomas, Margie Thomas, Jon Wahlrab, Dorothy Webb, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wells, Karen Wensing, Carmen West, Susan White, Eliot Wigginton, Cynthia Williams, Florence Wills, Ralph L. Wilson, Ella M. Woodbury, Andy Woolington Mr. & Mrs. Arthur E. Yarbrough, James Yon, and Barbara Zeier Honorarium Donations In memory of Barbara Kester By Mary Bell Joy Dixon Patty Enlow Laura Rocco Sheila Salyer

TSC FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS Ed Duffee, Jr., President Linda Roberts, Vice President Judi Taylor, Treasurer Mary Carroll, Immediate Past President Rocky Bevis Ken Brummel-Smith, M.D. Ann Camp Shirley Gooding-Butler Scott Harrell Elda Martinko Edna Owens Gwendolyn Spencer

In loving memory of mothers Hazel By Jean Marani Catherin Eagen By the Eagens Clara Felton By John Felton Ada Foster Fisher By Col. and Mrs. Herbert Parker Tommie Porter Green By Kathy and Lawrence Stubble Bennie Lee Grice By Brenda Lee Grice Olivia B. Jones By Erma Jean Nealy Lizanne Ward Moncrief By William Moncrief Grace Henley Moncrief By William Moncrief Thelma Baldwin Montgomery By Gwendolyn & Ronald Spencer Blanche Oaks By Tommy & Dana Bowermeister Ms. Ophelia Otey By Shirley Gooding Butler Anna Berthina Parker By Col. and Mrs. Carolyn Smith on behalf of Federal Correctional Institution Retirees Club In memory of Lillie E. McClendon By Thelma Link In appreciation of Ester L. Arthur

Donna Wells Lew Wilson Sarah Neeley, Emeritus Bryan Desloge, Emeritus SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL Joan Guilday, Chair Patricia Parkhurst, Vice Chair Pamela Flory Mary Hafner Tracie Hardin Emily Millett Miaisha Mitchell Roger Owen Irene Perry

Herbert Parker Gertrude A. Schwerdt By Carol A Hedtke Geneva Snyder By Shirley Herrell Edith Twitchen By the Eagens Ida Mae Vickers By Joan Guilday Emma Zager By Cookie Stevens

IN AppRECIATION OF MOThERS Luberta K. Bailey By Annie B. Brooks Ruby Bowermeister By Tommy & Dana Bowermeister Lucille Holiday Brown By Gwendolyn & Ronald Spencer Ellie Dann “Miss Ellie” Carol A Hedtke Natalie Forman By Roy Forman Linda Meyer By Lisa Meyer Erma J. Nealy By Erma Jean Nealy Mary Salyer By Sheila Salyer Ruth Stubble By Kathy and Lawrence Stubble

By Patricia Brunson In appreciation of Leon County Senior Outreach By Dorothy Webb In appreciation of Lifelong Learning Programs By Louis Ambrose

The Tallahassee Senior Center (TSC) is located at 1400 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32303. For questions or more information, please contact 850-8914000 or visit www.talgov.com. “Like” us on Facebook! Alice Pomidor, M.D. Andrea Rosser Henry Steele Al Sulkes Don Weed Adeline Wilkes

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Honoring volunteers at Silver Stars

From left: GaP family finds the annual Grandparents as Parents social at tom brown Park to be a whole lot of fun!

It’s all about volunteering! The Tallahassee Senior Services Volunteer Program depends on more than 480 volunteers to offer an outstanding variety, quality and number of programs and services. In 2010, volunteers served 21,000 hours at a value of $448,560. Volunteer sponsor opportunities still available. Sponsors make it possible for volunteers to attend the Silver Stars Awards gala; names of those sponsorships will be published in the July issue of Golden Review. 25-Year Volunteer Mary Crozier, Certification Processes & Archives 20-Year Volunteer Mary Connell, Legal Services

Resources, information and support for grandparents and other family caregivers rearing children. Legal consultation provided by Legal Services of North Florida. For GaP info, call Ashley at 891-4008. n GaP Support Lunch, Leon County Public Library, 200 W. Park Ave. Wed., May 25 and

June 29, noon-1:30 p.m. Program Room A. Child care provided for the June meeting. No cost, but must RSVP to 891-4008. Thank you for early RSVPs. It helps us plan! GaP is a program of Leon County Senior Outreach and the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation.

15-Year Volunteers Ann Booth, Special Events, Legal Services & Round Dance Norm Booth, Special Events & Round Dance Florence Brown, Lunch Bunch Lisa Meyer, Special Events and TALL Vera Nessen, Musician Lauchlin Waldoch, Legal Services

10th Annual Silver Stars Recognizing 2011 Silver Stars and Tallahassee Senior Center volunteers May 19, 2011 6 p.m. At FSU’s University Center Club TICKETS NOW ON SALE Tallahassee Senior Center $40 single, $75 couple $360 table of 10 Call 891-4008 Galaxy Sponsor Capital Health Plan Big Dipper Sponsors Audiology Associates of North Florida Broadview Assisted Living & Tallahassee Memory Care Carroll & Co. Centre Pointe Health & Rehab Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital HomeInstead Senior Care Little Dipper Sponsors DQP Copy & Print HarborChase of Tallahassee Heritage Oaks Retirement Community Southeast Eye Specialists TMH Lifeline Westminster Oaks Active Living Community Woodmont Assisted Living Community 10-Year Volunteers Audrey Bevan, Current Event & Book Discussion Jean Dolansky, Helping Hands

Davison Dunlap, SHINE Insurance Counselor Betty Soderholm, Receptionist Tim Warfel, Attorney Craig Willis, Attorney

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tHird AnnUAl PAtriotic concert celebrAte AMericA!

Grandmother becky Griffin helps grandson Kayden get ready for the water balloon toss!

Friday, July 1 7:30 p.m. Presented by the Tallahassee Community College Bands Benefits the Tallahassee Senior Center, Catholic Social Services and Brehon Family Services Food, fun, music and more $5 adult ticket, children free

5-Year Volunteers Susan Anderson, Line Dance Instructor Rocky Bevis, Foundation Board Ken Brummel-Smith, Foundation Board Michael Coppins, Special Events Mike Francis, Leisure Learning Instructor Paul Frohe, Helping Hands Angie Goodman, Housing Advisor Susie Howell, Health Suite Margaret King, Southside Elda Martinko, Foundation Board Josephine Newton, Grandparents as Parents Rosa Parrish, Helping Hands Jill Sandler, Art Council and Receptionist James Sorenson, Attorney Gwendolyn Spencer, Foundation Board Judi Taylor, Foundation Board Mary Transou, Art Council Donna Wells, Foundation Board and LCSO Advisory Council Beville G. Vertuno, French Teacher Jonathan Walker, LMT, Health Suite

13th Annual Active Living Expo! Celebrating National Senior Center Month Sept. 8 & 9 SPONSORSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE For sponsorship or exhibitor information, call 891-4007

Need some Mom reinforcement?

Memorial Day, May

n The Tallahassee Senior Center will be closed June 20-24 for the annual maintenance week. This allows center staff to spruce up the building’s interior and exterior for the participants. n Independence Day, July 4

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Tallahassee Senior Center health happenings For more information on programs, call Ruth Nickens, R.N., health program coordinator, or Toni Walmsley, assistant health program coordinator, at 8914000. Unless otherwise noted, all presentations are 11 a.m. to noon in the Tallahassee Senior Center Dining Room.

Paramedics with Leon County EMS teach seniors how to save a life during a Safety First and Saving Lives with CPR expo. Tallahassee Fire Department provided information about home and fire safety.

HEALTH EDUCATION n Healthy Living: Quit Smoking Now Thur., May 10-June 14, 3-4:30 p.m., Conference Room 3A Six-week program developed by ex-smokers for those who want to quit smoking. There is no cost to attend, but donations are appreciated. Nicotine patches provided at no cost. Offered by Big Bend AHEC. Call 224-1177 to register. n Buried in Treasure: All About Hoarding Wed., May 18 If you’ve heard the term “hoarding” and wondered what it means, or you know someone who is a hoarder and don’t know how to help, this presentation is for you. Learn all about the reasons, methods and treatments for people who hoard. Offered by Kristen Fitch, graduate student, clinical psychology, FSU. n New schedule! Nutritional Counseling and Assistance Wed., June 8, 12:301:30 p.m., Health Suite Don’t miss this opportunity to have all of your questions answered about weight loss, eating for a healthy lifestyle, and diabetes. Small group

setting with a professional dietitian. Offered by Leah Gilbert-Henderson, Ph.D., LD. Donations appreciated. Pre-registration encouraged, but not required. Call 891-4042 to schedule. n Healthy Living: Eat This, Don’t Eat That! A three-part interactive cooking series Wed., June 6, July 13 & Aug. 10 Workshops include “Stir-Fry 101,” “Over the Rainbow Salads,” and “No-Guilt Dining Out.” Hands-on classes provide ideas for simple, yet healthy meals you can make at home. Don’t miss the fun and the samples! Offered by Panhandler’s Kitchen. n Telephones for the Hearing Impaired Wed., June 8, 10 a.m.noon, Health Suite Even if your hearing loss is minimal, you might qualify for these no-cost phones distributed by Florida Telecommunications Relay Inc. n Breast & Colon Cancer Awareness

Thur., June 9, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Health Suite March 7x brings you an exhibit table with important information about breast-cancer and colon-cancer awareness and prevention. n Epilepsy Update Wed., June 15 Epilepsy Association provides the most current and useful information available about head injury and epilepsy — its cause, treatment, and the impact on our clients, families and the entire community.

HEALTH SCREENINGS Donations for all services appreciated. n Blood Pressure Screening Tue., Wed. & Thur., 10 a.m.-noon. Medical volunteers n Glucose Screenings Wed., 10 a.m.-noon, by NHC Homecare and volunteers n Hearing Screenings Wed., June 8, 10 a.m.noon, Audibel n Telephones for the Hearing Impaired

Wed., June 8, 10 a.m.noon, Florida Telecomunications, Relay Inc. n HIV Screenings Thur., June 2, 10 a.m.-noon, Leon County Health Dept. n Vision & Glaucoma Screenings Tue., June 14, 10 a.m.- noon, Eye Associates

MASSAGE AND REIKI n Reiki Tue., May 24, June 7 & 21, July 5, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Susie Howell, Reiki Master, and friends n Massage Tue., June 7, 10 a.m.noon. Norma Reesor, LMT

FITNESS $2 donation suggested for each class unless otherwise noted. n Seated NIA Yoga (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) Tue., 11 a.m.-noon, Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga instructor n Brain-Body-Memory-Balance Designed to sharpen cognitive and bal-

ance skills. Low impact. Bring water bottle and comfortable clothing. Kathy Gilbert. Mon., 1:30-2:30 p.m. at TSC Tue., 10-11 a.m. at Optimist Park Wed., 2-3 p.m. at Heritage Oaks n Chair Yoga Fri., 11 a.m.-noon Gentle yoga workout for increased mobility, bladder control, self-esteem and mental focus. Certified yoga instructor Bridget Kamke. n Life Exercise Tue. and Thur., 9:3010:30 a.m., Pomeroy Brinkley. Aerobics, light weights and stretching. n Tai Chi Wed. and Fri. Beginners class 10-11 a.m., continuing class 11 a.m.-noon. n Zumba Gold Thur., 5:30-6:30 p.m. $5 seniors $7 others. n Yoga Mon. and Wed., 5:307 p.m., certified yoga instructor Pamela Hunter. $10 seniors, $12 others n Leon County Senior Outreach A program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation funded by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners Calendar of Events – Come Join the Fun! Call 891-4065 for more information.

OFF CAMPUS FITNESS Offered by Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of the Tallahassee Senior Foundation. $2 donation unless otherwise noted. Call 891-4065 for more information. Sites as indicated. n Bradfordville

Historic School House Senior Fitness Beginners: Tue. & Thur., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Intermediate: Tue. & Thur., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Afternoon class: Tue. & Thur., 1-2 p.m. Social Bridge: Mon., 1-4 p.m., $1 donation n Chaires-Capitola Dorothy C. Spence Community Center Bollywood Fitness: Tue. & Thur., 9-10 a.m. Senior Fitness: Mon., Wed. & Fri., 9:15-10:15 a.m. n Fort Braden Community Center Senior Fitness: Mon. & Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Zumba: Mon., Tue., Wed. & Thur., 6:30-7:30 p.m., $2 per class (55+), $3 others n Woodville Community Center Senior Fitness: Mon. & Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m. Zumba: Sat., 9-10 a.m., $2 per class (55+), $3 others

PODIATRY n Podiatrist Screening & Foot Care Every Two Months Thur., June 30, 1:30 p.m. Health Suite Dr. Gary McCoy, podiatrist & foot specialist, will cut toenails and assess foot problems in the Health Suite. Foot doctor accepts Medicare, Medicaid and secondary insurance, which may cover costs for this service if you have diabetes, vascular disease, neuropathy, renal failure, MS, or are on blood thinner Coumadin. Otherwise, $25. No appointment necessary.

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Senior Days and Wellness Circles A wide range of nocost health screenings and monthly Senior Days are offered for adults 55+ in the Bond community, south Tallahassee and throughout Leon County. Donations accepted. For information on Southside activities, call 891-4000. For information on Leon County Senior Outreach events, contact Susan Davis, LCSO coordinator, 891-4065.

SENIOR DAYS All Senior Days are held from 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. and include a catered lunch. Suggested lunch donation $6; exceptions noted. * Indicates event is sponsored by Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of Tallahassee Senior Foundation. n Bradfordville Senior Day* at Wildwood Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 100 Ox Bottom Road Wed., June 8: “Exciting Searches from Above,” by Deputy Lee Majors of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit. n Chaires-Capitola Senior Day* at Dorothy C. Spence Community Center, 4768 Chaires Cross Road Tue., May 24: “Armchair Tour of Historical Tallahassee,” with Beth LaCivita. Tue., June 28: “Florida’s First Families in Residence at the Governor’s Mansion,” by Carol Beck, Curator, Florida Governors Mansion. n Fort Braden Senior Day* at Fort Braden Community Center, 16387 Blount-

stown Highway Tue., May 17: “Armchair Tour of Historical Tallahassee,” with Beth LaCivita. Tue., June 21: “Florida’s First Families in Residence at the Governors Mansion,” by Carol Beck, curator, Florida Governors Mansion. n Lincoln Senior Day at Lincoln Neighborhood Service Center, 438 W. Brevard St., 891-4180 $4 donation suggested. Wed., May 18, “Aging Eyes.” Dr. Daniel Lazaar, Capital Health Plan, will discuss cataracts, glaucoma and other diseases that affect the eyes as we age. Exhibitors: Florida Alliance for Assisted Services and Technology (FAAST), Capital Health Plan, Capital Area Community Action Agency and NHS Home Care. Wed., June 15, “A-Z Guide to Consumer Rights” presented by John Roberts, regulatory program administrator for the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Exhibitors: Vision Screening; Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Capital Health Plan, Ability 1st – Center for Independent Living. n Miccosukee Senior Days* at Miccosukee Community Center, 13887 Moccasin Gap Road Thur., June 2: TBA. No Senior Day in July! n Southside Senior Day at Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Drive, 891-3940 Wed., June 1, “The

Science of Happiness.” Steven Mills, Ph.D., FSU Center for Leadership & Civic Education. Ever wondered what happiness is or how to find it? Dr. Mills reveals secrets to help understand the neurological and psychological factors that impact our sense of happiness and well-being. Call 891-4009 for information and reservations. $2 donation suggested. No Senior Day in July! n Woodville Senior Days* at Woodville Community Center, 8000 Old Woodville Road Thur., June 9: “North Florida Gardening,” by Trevor Hylton, Leon County Extension Service.

SENIOR WELLNESS CIRCLES

Yolando Westberry and Johnny Smith among the stalactites and stalagmites of the Marianna caverns, during the Southside Senior Day excursion to Marianna State Park.

11 a.m.-noon (except as noted). Casual settings with coffee and snacks for various health-related discussions, demonstrations, guest speakers and health screenings. n Jake Gaither Community Center, 801 Bragg/Tanner Drive, 891-3940 Wed., May 18 “Drumming Just for Fun.” Local drummer Mershell Sherman will help us discover the rhythm residing in all of us! Instruments provided, but bring your own drum or percussion instrument if you have one. No inhibitions allowed. Remember, it’s just for fun! Wed., June 15 “Get the Scoop on the Tallahassee Democrat” when managing

editor Rebeccah Cantley shares behind-thescenes information on the workings of our local newspaper, and she plans to bring a cake! n SouthWood Community Center, 4675 Grove Park Drive, 6568750 Wed., May 25 “Talking Trash!” Carole Gentry, Leon County Recycling, will educate us about our trash: where our garbage goes, how we can make less garbage, and what can be recycled. Wed., June 22 “TAPP: Think About Personal Pollution.” This program by the City of Tallahassee is designed to educate individuals on ways that small personal changes in home and

yard practices can help keep local lakes, sinks and streams cleaner. n Jack McLean Community Center, 700 Paul Russell Road, 891-1819 Thur., May 26 “Spirituality and Health.” Dr. Frank Orlando, resident physician at Tallahassee Family Practice, will discuss the spiritual nature of people and how faith and spirituality affect our health and well-being. Thur., June 23 “The Healthy Heart.” Kathy Burcham, TMH, presents a program on steps we can take to achieve and maintain a healthy heart. n Optimist Park, 1355 W. Indianhead Drive Tue., June 14

Please note! Optimist Park Senior Wellness Circle on June 14 & July 12 will meet at the YMCA on Apalachee Parkway from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.! “Safety Savvy Seniors.” Officer Delonna Hartley from the Tallahassee Police Department will provide information to help seniors stay safe in their community. Tue., July 12 “Tai Chi for Health.” Members of the Tallahassee branch of the Taoist Tai Chi Society demonstrate this gentle form of exercise. Tai Chi can help improve the health and quality of life for individuals dealing with such conditions as high blood pressure, arthritis, back pain, respiratory problems, digestive disorders and other illnesses.

ADDITIONAL SOUTHSIDE SERVICES n Smith-Williams Neighborhood Service Center, 2295 Pasco St., 891-1860 Wed., June 8 and July 13, 10 a.m.-noon Blood pressure and blood glucose screenings provided by Tallahassee Senior Center and Interim Healthcare. Diabetes Education and Support Group Wed., June 8 and July 13, 11:30 a.m.-noon Group focuses on issues that concern diabetics, such as obtaining supplies, eating properly, obtaining optimal health and quality of life. Hear expert speakers and share personal stories. Partnership of Tallahassee Senior Center and “Diabetes and You.”

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Rites of spring: Graduation, fishing and other fun Seniors show leadership as TALL Class 4 finishes strong Tallahassee Active Lifelong Leaders, class 4 members, participated in a variety of community learning opportunities. “By participating with community leaders in interactive activities, members of TALL find themselves better equipped to continue to effect positive change and growth in the community,” said Hella Spellman, TALL coordinator and supervisor at TSC. Spellman also points out, “seniors enrich their own lives through lifelong learning and leadership.” The senior center initiative is in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce program— “Leadership Tallahassee.” The class graduated April 19. Mayor John Marks delivered the keynote address.

Freida Travis, center, receives her TALL certificate at the group’s graduation ceremony from TSC event coordinator Hella Spellman, left, and Barbara Boone of the chamber’s Leadership Tallahassee program.

From left: Bob Gabordi (executive editor, Tallahassee Democrat), Michelle Bono (executive assistant to Tallahassee’s City Manager), Shonda Knight (executive producer, WCTV), Karen Moore (founder and CEO of Moore Consulting Group), and Troy Kinsey (reporter for Bay News 9) present the “Evolution of the Reporter” during TALL’s Media/ Communications Day.

Lunch Bunch enjoys a good day fishing!

Ambassadors welcome

From left: Joan Dean, Jennifer Campbell and Curtis Dean of Cherry Laurel Retirement Residence enjoy a fun evening at the Ambassadors Welcome at TSC prior to Ambassadors Day at the Florida Capitol. Andrea Personett rappels down the Tallahassee Fire Department’s fire tower during TALL safety day. The TSC Lunch Bunch finds fishing a whole lot of fun on a recent field trip to Joe Budd Pond. The pond was full of fish and participants filled their ice chests with fresh catches. They enjoyed fun, sun and educational opportunities at the aquatic center, along with relaxation! Above: Essie Mays gets some help from Daniel Elias to put her fish in the bag.

TALL Class 4 tours WFSU. Pictured from left: Jean Casali, Bruce Harter, Tisha Fletcher and Margie Jessup.

Participants and volunteers fish from the dock at Joe Budd Pond.

Marguerite Thomas displays her fish proudly.

Shopping for antiques

The Old Armory hums with shoppers during the annual Spring Antique Show. Mark your calendars for the fall show Oct 1 and 2 hosted by Killearn Antiques.

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Art at the Tallahassee Senior Center Betty and Henry Healy

The dining room of the Tallahassee Senior Center will be filled with 100 faces from the past carefully rendered in pastel by Elizabeth (Betty) Dobbins Healy. These portraits are just some of the artworks she and her husband, Henry, created over the years in art classes at the Tallahassee Senior Center. Betty began taking art classes in Massachusetts, painting rocky seascapes in oil. Years later after retiring from a career in education, she resumed her study of art with classes in drawing, portraiture and watercolor at TSC. Her enthusiasm served to encourage Henry to take TSC art classes when he retired from the U.S. Geological Survey. After Betty died in 1988, Henry could be found daily at art classes at the center. His nieces believe that connecting Henry to his artistic talent was a gift from Betty that helped him fill his days without her. Last December, Henry died. Their three nieces donated many of their artworks and art supplies to the Senior Center Art Program. The artworks will be on display in the Dining Room from May 31 through July 22.

nancy smith, Luz ma hubard and Francis Gray enjoy dipping into Venetian plaster in Randy Brienen’s painting class at Bradfordville historic schoolhouse.

Lunchtime seRies Conversations in Art – Art Conservation Tuesday, May 17, noon-1 p.m. Art Studio, Tallahassee Senior Center The subject is conservation, what artists need to know about using neutral pH materials, lightfast pigmented colors, ultra violet blocking varnishes, and tips on what to do freshen up old artwork and safely clean it. $2 donation requested. Bring your lunch or visit the salad bar $4. Fee per class $8 (55+); $10 others.

Ongoing Studio Guided Art Classes Ongoing studio classes are available for all levels of artists. Instructors work with individual students who assist and critique one another in an exciting, collaborative environment. No pre-registration required. It is recommended that

this portrait is part of the healy exhibit to hang in the tsc dining room may 31 through July 22.

you visit the class and talk to the instructor before joining; the instructor will provide you with an individualized supply list. Studio

artists have the opportunity to exhibit in the center’s gallery spaces. All classes are located at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted.

Weekly Studio Classes n Artistry in Clay: Handbuilding, Mon., 10 a.m.-noon; instructor Mark Fletcher n Watercolor, Tue., 9 a.m.-noon; instructor Linda Pelc n Beginning Painting in Oil & Acrylic, Wed., 9:30 a.m.-noon; instruc-

Capital Mobility Summit

Thursday, May 26, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. At TCC Center for Workforce Development 444 Appleyard Drive The summit is sponsored by StarMetro, the Florida Department of Transportation, the National Resource Center for Human Services Transportation Coordination, the Community Transportation Association of America and Commuter Services of North Florida. Through interactive participation in this Summit, StarMetro, the transit agency for the City of Tallahassee, will gain input to enhance human services access to employment, health care and other activities of daily living for the citizens of the capital region. Updates from federal, state and local transportation experts are featured on the agenda. Group breakout sessions will focus on prioritization gaps occurring throughout the capital region. Space is limited. Please register no later than May 13. For more information contact: Ivan Maldonado, ivan.maldonado@talgov.com or 850-8915044

Let us RecycLe youR oLd ceLL Phone — And youR smALL eLectRonics! Special fundraiser for senior centers! Tallahassee Senior Center now accepts small electronics as well as old cell phones. These electronics will include laptops, cameras, MP3 players, and video game consoles. Through a partnership with the National Institute of Senior Centers and Cellular Recycle, the Tallahassee Senior Center raises funds for programs and services. Drop off your no longer used cell phones and small electronics at 1400 N. Monroe St. TSC recycles these items and receives money that supports activities that help keep seniors in good health and connected to their community. Call 891-4000 for information.

tor Charles Hazelip n Oil and Acrylic Painting – Intermediate, Wed., 1-4 p.m.; instructor Charles Hazelip n Watercolor, Thur., 9 a.m.-noon; instructor Rosemary Ferguson n All Media Art at Heritage Oaks, Tue., 6-9 p.m.; instructor Bart Frost For information call 891-4016 or 891-4000 to request a brochure.

Weekly Studio Labs

Studio times provide participants the opportunity to practice art among the camaraderie of other students. Live model. No instructor; $4 lab fee plus the shared cost of a model. Portraiture, Mon. 9 a.m.-noon Figure Painting Practice Group, Fri., 1-4 p.m.

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The Galleries at TSC are open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. n Art Potpourri Exhibition TSC studio artists gathered recently to celebrate a really interesting exhibit of drawings, sculpture and mixed media artworks. Cynthia Hollis, 621 Gallery art director, selected the following awards: First Place – Hank Fleck; Second Place – Margaret Hamilton; Third Place – Tadako Knight; Honorable Mentions – Marlene Greenfield, Roger Messimer, Mikiko Tanaka, Jane Opel, Joan Kanan and Roger Owen. Hank Fleck wins first place with his portrait drawing. Guests attending the reception voted for the the Healys donated to comes naturally to us. People’s Choice Awards: the Senior Center. By learning a few basic Most Creative – Charles drawing skills, anyone Hazelip; Best Use of can draw. These skills UPCOMING ART Color – Terri Seaton; also can be the foundaWORKSHOPS Favorite Portrayal of tion to work in any art Animals – Roger Owen; Learn something new medium. Favorite Clay Sculpture or sharpen old skills Skill level: beginning – Mary Sterner Lawthrough a short-term & intermediate son; Favorite Portrayspecial topic art class. $48 (55+); $60 others al of People – MargaStudents are responsin Beginning Waterret Hamilton; Overall ble for providing their color Favorite – Sam Amanown art supplies; lists Instructor: Linda Pelc tia. for each class are availTue., 1-3:30 p.m., Exhibition continues able now. Registration June 7, 14 and July 5, through May 20. required at least one 12, 19, 26 (six weeks) week prior to class. Art Students learn to add workshops are taught at lighting effects to their UPCOMING ART the Tallahassee Senior paintings. Color theoEXHIBITS Center unless otherwise ry focuses on warm and n Personal Expresindicated. Call 891-4016 cool colors, how to recsions for details and registra- ognize and mix them. May 31-July 22 tion. The course also involves Auditorium Gallery, n Beginning Art/ instruction in drawing Second Floor Drawing and composition. LightTSC Studio Artists Instructors: Bart ing techniques begin on exhibit of watercolor Frost & Bill Thompson still life paintings and paintings. Thur., 2-4:30 p.m., progress to landscapes. Reception: Friday, June 2, 9, 16 and July 7, Skill level: beginner June 3, 6-8 p.m. Public 14, 21 (six weeks) $48 (55+); $60 others welcome. Free. Or Fri., 9:30 a.m.n Collage — A Selfn Betty and Henry noon, 1-3:30 p.m., June Awareness Process Healy 3, 10, 17 and July 8, 15, Instructor: Licia BerMay 31-July 22 22 (six weeks) ry Dining Room Gallery If you can write your Thur., 6:30-8:30 p.m., Portrait drawings and name, you can draw. June 2, 9, 16 and July 7 landscape paintings by The desire to draw (four weeks)

2011 Senior Artist Showcase Call for Artists

Watercolor class works on paintings for upcoming exhibit Personal Expressions reception June 3.

Licia Berry leads students through a process of developing a collage artwork using personal symbols and life experiences. Beginning with small and simple collages that illustrate aspects of your personality, you then develop a larger more intricate collage from your personal history. Skill level: beginner $32 (55+); $40 others n Beginning Calligraphy — Italic Instructor: Leslie Puckett Wed., 6-8:30 p.m., June 1, 8, 15 and July 6, 13, 20 (six weeks) Learn the basics of beautiful writing with a broad-edge pen in the Italian Renaissance style of calligraphy. This is one of the most fluid and elegant lettering styles. Techniques, materials, practical uses, layout & design, and a little bit of history will be discussed while learning how to write. Skill level: beginner $48 (55+); $60 others

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n Drawing & Painting Workshop — Chaires Community Center Instructor: Bart Frost Wed., 1-3:30 p.m., June 1-July 6 (six weeks) Learn techniques for working with oil paints, watercolors, soft pastels, charcoal or pencil. Beginning and intermediate students work in one or more of these creative mediums. Instructor provides one-on-one individual assistance and demonstrations. Skill level: beginners & intermediates $48 (55+); $60 others. n Beginning Painting with Oils & Acrylics — Fort Braden Community Center Instructor: Robert DeWitt Smith Thur. 2-5 p.m., June 2-July 7 (six weeks) Each session provides both a demonstration and the opportunity to paint. Students learn

The Showcase is an annual juried fine art exhibition highlighting talented, mature artists residing in Tallahassee and the surrounding area (100-mile radius). Join us in celebrating the creative talent of senior artists with your own piece of art. Artworks will be selected from submitted entries and exhibited in the Old Armory Galleries at the Senior Center and at LeMoyne Art Foundation, August/ September 2011. Entry fee $15 for 3 images. Award ceremony with $1,000 in cash prizes. Sept. 2. Contact Leslie Puckett, 891-4016 (Leslie.Puckett@talgov.com) or Charles Hazelip, 878-0412 (dochazelip@comcast.net) to get a prospectus. Postmark deadline May 18. Walk-in deadline May 24. to purposefully employ positive and negative shapes, line, color and value in producing a painting. The class also explores methods of creating low-cost/highquality painting surfaces. Students explore abstract painting as well as representational painting. Skill level: beginners. $48 seniors 55+; $60 others For additional City of Tallahassee art classes call 891-3945 or visit talgov.com/parks.

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Facts: n Life expectancy in the United States: age 78 and 2 months. n In 2007, nearly 2.5 million people died in the United States, 29 percent over age 85. n Although 93 percent of adults in the United States said they would like to make their endof-life wishes known to their physician, only 30 percent have completed an end-of-life advanced directive. n Approximately 34 percent of the U.S. population 50+ has engaged in some preplanning for a funeral or burial and 23 percent have prepaid some or all of their burial/funeral expenses. n In 2005, about 31 percent of burials in the U.S. were cremations, a number that is expected to rise to 50 percent by 2025. There are resources available in this community to help seniors and their families plan for end-of-life matters. Planning is very important because many of the forms needed to designate others as representatives, such as power-of-attorney documents, must be completed before a senior becomes incapacitated. Sources for these facts: cdc.com, clinicalgeriatrics.com, aarp.org, nfda. org

LEGAL SERVICES AND RELATED ORGANIZATIONS n Aging with Dignity - 5 Wishes Document in booklet form that helps respondents express their final medical, personal, emotional and spiritual wishes. Financial mat-

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Seniors’ end-of-life resources HELPLINES aNd HOTLINES Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873 or 800-96ABUSE n Area Agency on Aging, Elder Helpline: 800-96-ELDER (3-5337) n Consumer Hotline: 800-435-7352 n Medicare Hotline: 800-633-4227 n 2-1-1 Big Bend: 617-6333 or 211 n

ters such as power of attorney are not included but may be handled by any of the sources below or by attorneys. Individual booklet costs $5 and may be ordered by phone or website below. 888-594-7437; agingwithdignity.org n FloridaLawHelp. org Helps low-income people needing legal information find a Legal Aid or pro-bono lawyer, learn about rights and responsibilities, and locate courts, government agencies and other social services. FloridaLawHelp.org n Legal Services of North Florida Legal Advice Hotline People with legal questions or concerns who meet income guidelines can call Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Legal assistance does not include criminal or traffic-related concerns. 385-0029; lsnf.org n Tallahassee Bar Lawyer Referral Service This service will make lawyer referral with experience in the caller’s area of interest. 222-3292, ext. 1; tallahasseebar.org n Legal Aid Foun-

dation of the Tallahassee Bar Association Provides legal counsel (civil cases only) to people unable to afford an attorney. 222-3292, ext. 2; tallahasseebar.org n Legal Services of North Florida Inc. Provides legal services to low-income people; legal assistance not available for criminal cases or traffic matters. 385-9007; lsnf.org n Tallahassee Senior Center Initial legal services provided by Legal Services of North Florida, available by appointment at the Tallahassee Senior Center. 891-4000; talgov.com/ seniors n Florida Senior Legal Helpline Provides free legal advice and brief services by phone to Florida residents 60+ who qualify due to low income. 888-895-7873; bals. org n Legal Service Network - AARP Helps AARP members locate an area attorney to provide legal service regarding wills, probate, etc. AARP member discount: 45-minute free consultation plus 20-percent discount on requested legal services. 866-330-0753; AARPlsn.com

ATTORNEYS There are many attorneys available in Leon County to assist seniors and their families with trusts, wills and other matters. A list of attorneys who handle elder law in this area can be found at www.talgov. com/seniors.

End-of-life planning workshop Keynote speaker Sally Karioth June 27 All-day seminar begins at 8:30 a.m. in the TSC auditorium. Hospice experts, elder law attorneys and other professionals will discuss quality care issues, as well as emotional, legal and practical issues. Call Andrea at 891-4003 to make your reservation.

HOSPICE CARE/ COUNSELING/ SUPPORT GROUPS Big Bend Hospice Hospice pain management and in-home and facility care available; offers ongoing sessions for support/grief counseling for those who lost loved ones. Grief support counselors are available to patients and families for periods following loss. Music therapists, social workers and chaplains also available. Open to the general public regardless of prior use of hospice services. 878-5310; bigbendhospice.org n Covenant Hospice Hospice pain management and in-home and facility care; offers support groups, one-on-one counseling, and ongoing educational programs. Chaplains, social workers, and other counselors available. Open to the general public. 575-4998; covenanthospice.org n Lee’s Place Nonprofit counseling center specializes in grief counseling for individuals and families who are adjusting to loss through death, divorce or abandonment. No charge for first session, then sliding fee scale based on family income and numn

ber of dependents. 841-7733; leesplace. org n Tallahassee Senior Center Licensed clinical social worker available for individual or family counseling; Medicare and private insurances accepted. Call to schedule an appointment. 891-4032; talgov.com n National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization Provides information to the general public about how hospices work, advance care planning and referral to local facilities. Information about Florida and state-specific advance directives also available. 800-989-9455; caringinfo.org

FUNERAL HOMES/ BURIALS AND RELATED SERVICES n Tallahassee funeral homes: Abbey Funeral Home/ Tallahassee Memory Gardens: 562-1518 Beggs Funeral HomeApalachee Chapel: 9422929 Bevis Funeral Home: 385-2193 Culley’s MeadowWood Timberlane Road Chapel: 893-4177 Culley’s MeadowWood

Riggins Road Chapel: 877-8191 Fairchild Funeral Home and Crematory: 386-8686 Independent Funeral Home: 875-1529 Richardson’s Family Funeral Care: 576-4144 Strong and Jones Funeral Home: 2242139 n Division of Funeral, Cemetery & Consumer Services State office protects the health, safety and welfare of the public by licensing competent and trustworthy funeral and cemetery professionals and entities. The office conducts inspections, examinations and investigates complaints to ensure compliance with Chapter 497, Florida Statutes. 413-3039; myfloridacfo.com/funeralcemetery n Funeral Service Helpline/National Funeral Directors Association Provides pre-planning information regarding funeral arrangements, funding options and related services; national helpline and free brochure available. 800-662-7666; nfda. org n Veterans Affairs Provides assistance with certain veterans’ burial plots (VA cemeteries) and related expenses such as flags and headstones, including those in private cemeteries. 800-827-1000; va.gov Note: This information is not guaranteed to be all-inclusive and does not imply endorsement of any persons, offices or agencies by Tallahassee Senior Services.

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Ice Cream Social & Volunteer Recognition By special invitation of the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation

Please Join Us… Monday, July 18, at 12:30 p.m. TSC Auditorium, 1400 N Monroe St

Thanks to our Sponsors Ann Cleare, Realtor Home Maintenance Solutions R & R Physical Therapy

Leisure Learning classes Space is limited; preregistration is required. To register for any of the scheduled classes, please call Andrea Personett at 891-4003. Note: Seniors will have priority if class fills. n From One Room School Houses: The History of Tallahassee Neighborhoods Mon., May 16, 10-11 a.m. Althemese Barnes of the Riley House will

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For more information please call 891-4000.

BETTER SpEECH AND HEARING Expo Tue., May 24, 3-7 p.m. Brought to you by Florida Telecommunications Relay Inc. (FTRI), this expo will showcase the latest tools for both the hearing and speech impaired. Speech, hearing, memory and swallowing screenings will be available. Free amplified phones for qualified Florida residents; refreshments will be available. This event is open to all ages. For details, call 205-1470, ext. 238.

Get on the bus! Bus Trip to WalMart: Fri., June 3 & July 1, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $2 round-trip. Offered by Leon County Senior Outreach, a program of TSC.

THE TSC NoW HAS WII! Come join in the fun on Tuesdays: Wii Bowling 10:30 a.m.-noon; Wii Games 2:15-5:15 p.m.

Guy Sanders and dad Ernie improve their fly-tying skills and get great bonding time during the fly-tying class series at TSC. The Florida Big Bend Flyfishers Inc., charter club for the Tallahassee area, provides instruction on the art of fly tying, casting and rod building. Find them at www.fbbflyfishers.com.

take you on a memorable walk through time through the history-rich streets of Tallahassee. Donation accepted. n Freedmen to Free Men Thur., May 12-June 30, 1-3 p.m. An in-depth look at Tallahassee’s black political leaders from the Civil War through Jim Crow to the civil rights movement. Instructor: Mary May.

Dance n Contra Dance (Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance) Fun, energetic, easy dancing. No experience necessary. Families welcome! 7:30-10:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. $7 adults; $5 students & seniors; $3 for 12 and under if dancing. Upcoming dances: Fri., June 10, Flying Turtles String Band (Gainesville), caller Tom Greene Fri., July 8, TBA, caller Alice Milmoe (Orlando) n USA Ballroom Dance Free dance lesson with admission available 6:30-7:15 p.m., dances 7:30-10:30 p.m. $8 USA Dance members; $12 others. Note: Charity Ball tickets $25. Upcoming dances: Sat., June 18, “Blue Hawaii” theme or casual attire. Hors d’oeuvres served. DJ Dick Hagen

Lunchtime at TSC can be entertaining: Didja Vu Ensemble plays Aboriginal music during a lunchtime jam session. Bradley White performs on the didgeridoo and Mershell Sherman, center, and Kent Hutchison accompany on drums.

Music makes merry n Find the Rhythm – Community Drum Circle Beginning March 15 Tuesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. All are welcome regardless of experience. Percussion instruments provided. n The Music of Vera Nessen & Friends Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunchtime music. Fresh salad bar 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Mon.Fri.

REFRESHING SALAD BAR! Delicious and especially nutritious salad bar available daily for $2 & $4. Wholesome, homemade soups (when available) $3. Eat-in TSC library café or carry-out. Salad bar served from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. n Darryl Steele & Friends Wed., May 25, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

L3X Lifelong Learning eXtravaganza Arts, Park & Culture “eXplore, eXamine, eXperience!” Sun, October 16 – Fri, Oct 21 Kick-Off: Sunday Evening with Voces Angelorum: “The Dream, The Journey” Monday through Friday choose from workshops, half-day, or full day activities. Cultural classes, historical venues, and environmental exploration are among the week’s offerings. Back by popular demand will be parks tours, includ-

ing downtown, Phipps, Lafayette Heritage Trail, and Alford Arms. More exciting sessions to be announced. Finale Luncheon: Friday, Noon – 1:30 pm. (TBA) For information, call 891-4007.

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1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000 • www.talgov.com (click Services, click Senior Center)

MAY 9 - JUNE 11, 2011 CALENDAR OF WEEKLY PROGRAMS MONDAY 8:30 9:00 9:00 9:15 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:00 10:30 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:00 1:00 1:00 1:30 1:30 1:30 3:00 3:00 3:15 5:15 5:30 5:30 6:30 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:30

Senior Fitness at Woodville Crafting Bee Portraiture Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola French: Continuing A Artistry in Clay Writing for Fun at Heritage Oaks French: Advanced Low Impact Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Senior Fitness at Fort Braden French: True Beginning Salad Bar Senior Dining Quilting Bee Canasta Social Bridge at Bradfordville SHINE Insurance Counseling (by appt.) Brain-Body-Memory Balance Exercise Group French: Continuing B TDBC Bridge Lessons Quit Smoking NOW (May 10-June 14) Tutoring Beg. Line Dance Yoga Basic Excel (May 10-June 14) Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge Debtors Anonymous Capital City Wood Carvers Capital Twirlers Square Dance Cap. Chordsmen

Monday, May 16 10:00am History of Tallahassee Neighborhoods 1:00pm Advisory Council 10:30am 11:00am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 8:30am 11:00am 11:00am 12:30pm 12:30pm

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Tuesday, May 17 Fort Braden Senior Day Book Discussion Group Bookworm at Heritage Oaks Conversations in Art Insight Low Vision Support Beginning Watercolor TDBC Board TEN Networking Group. Wednesday, May 18 Capital Coalition on Aging Senior Wellness Circle at Jake Gaither All About Hoarding Nutritional Counseling Friends Line Dance

TUESDAY 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:00 10:30 10:30 11:00 11:00 11:30 11:30 12:00 1:00 1:30 2:15 2:15 2:30 3:15 6:00 6:00 6:30 8:00

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Spanish: Intermediate & Advanced Ceramics Watercolor Life Exercise Blood Pressure Checks Low Impact Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola 10:30 Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville 11:00 Senior Counseling (by appointment) 11:30 Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville 11:30 Salad Bar 12:00 Senior Dining 12:30 Canasta 1:00 All Media Art Lab 1:00 Leisure Learning: “Freedmen to Free Men” 1:00 Line Dance 1:00 Senior Fitness at Bradfordville 1:00 French Study 1:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge 2:00 Beginning Art 2:15 Ping -Pong 3:15 Tutoring May 19th: ALL groups after 4:00pm cancelled 5:30 Zumba® Gold 5:30 Basic Word (May 12-June 16) 6:30 TDBC: Novice Bridge 7:00 Writers Workshop 7:00 Capital Chordsmen

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Wednesday, May 25 11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at Southwood 11:30am GaP (at LeRoy Collins Library) 12:00pm Foundation Board Meeting

Wednesday, June 1 10:30am Senior Days Jake Gaither 3:00pm Insurance Policy Check-up 6:00pm Calligraphy

11:00am Book Discussion Group 1:00pm Beginning Watercolor 7:00pm FFU Investment Club

Thursday, May 26 10:30am Drumming 11:00am Senior Wellness Circle at Jack McLean

Thursday, June 2 10:30am Miccosukee Senior Day 6:30pm Collage

Saturday, May 21 TDBC Tournament (Saturday and Sunday)

Friday, May 27 11:00am Current Events Discussion Group 7:30pm Contra Dance

Friday, June 3 9:30am Beginning Art 6:00pm Art Recep: Personal Expressions

Monday, May 23

Saturday, May 28 CLOSED

LCSO Advisory Council Financial Planning

Thursday, May 19 10:30am Drumming 7:00pm Silver Stars Friday, May 20 10:00am TDBC Tournament 8:30am

WEDNESDAY 8:30 9:00 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:15

Watercolor Ceramics Life Exercise Blood Pressure Checks Brain-Body Balance at Optimist Park Senior Fitness – Beginners at Bradfordville Wii Bowling Seated Yoga Senior Counseling (by appointment) Senior Fitness – Intermediate at Bradfordville Salad Bar Senior Dining Senior Fitness at Bradfordville Capital City Duplicate Bridge Wii Games Ping-Pong Social Bridge at Heritage Oaks Tutoring Guitar Workshop All Media Art Class at Heritage Oaks Capital Round Dance (7 pm on last Tues) SA Support

Tuesday, May 24 10:30am Chaires-Capitola Senior Day 10:30am Reiki 3:00pm FTRI Hearing Expo

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Senior Fitness at Woodville French: Continuing C Ceramics Nimble Fingers Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola Beginning Painting Oil & Acrylics Spanish: Beginning Seniors vs. Crime Beginning Tai Chi Blood Pressure Checks Glucose Screening Senior Fitness at Fort Braden Continuing Tai Chi Legal Services (by appt.) Salad Bar Senior Dining Bridge-a- Dears Oil & Acrylic Painting Draw, Paint, Enjoy! at Bradfordville Capital City Duplicate Bridge Brain-Body Balance at Heritage Oaks Tutoring Yoga Spanish: Beginning Pinochle Tallahassee Al-Anon Family Group

Monday, May 30 MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY CLOSED Tuesday, May 31

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Tuesday, June 7

Early Bird Bridge Tole & Folk Painting English as a 2nd Language Senior Fitness at Chaires-Capitola T.O.P.S.(June 10 –Aug 19, 2011) Beginning Tai Chi Social Bingo Continuing Tai Chi French: Advanced Chair Yoga Salad Bar Senior Dining Model Ship Building Figure Studio Dancing for Fun Beginning Ballroom & Swing Dance Lessons 6:30 Capital City Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Tallahassee Al-Anon Beginners Group 7:00 Tallahassee Al-Anon Family Group

Wednesday, June 8 10:00am Hearing Screenings 10:30am Senior Days at Bradfordville 11:30am Diabetes Support Group at Smith-Williams 6:00pm Calligraphy Thursday, June 9 10:30am Woodville Senior Day 6:30pm Collage 7:30pm Tal-Kug Computer Club Friday, June 10 9:30am Beginning Art 11:00am Current Events Discuss. Group 7:30pm Contra Dance Saturday, June 11 CLOSED