The Bordeaux Digest August 2018 Newsletter A Publication of FiftyForward Bordeaux 3315 John Mallette Drive Nashville, TN 37218 Office: (615) 248 -2272 Fax: (615) 248-7607 w w w . F i f t y F o rw a r d . o r g
September Highlights
Sept. 3rd— Center Closed
Sept. 4th—Grocery Shopping
Sept. 5th — Nutrition w/ TSU
Sept. 6th — Bingo w/Trina
Sept. 10th —BINGO
Sept. 11th— Signs of Abuse
Sept. 15th—Grocery Shopping
Sept. 17th —Sports 4 All
Sept. 19th —Fitness w/Jen
Sept. 25—Music for Seniors
Sept. 26—Spade Tournament
August Birthdays Mary Owens- August 14th Charles Black- August 16th Edith Floyd- August 28th Lynda Smith- August 28th Alberta Watts- August 30
FiftyForward Bordeaux CyberSeniors Graduated! Cyber-Seniors is a non-profit organization whose goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect generations through technology. FiftyForward members participated in a four week program that started on June 21st at Bordeaux Library. Twelve members started the program and twelve members finished the program, meeting a 100% attendance. On July 17, 2018, at the downtown Nashville Library, FiftyForward Bordeaux had twelve members to graduate. Members marched in as a graduating class, received a certificate and a new tablet for completing the class. They were also served lunch. We also had the honor of having Dr. Jocelyn Briddell as our guest speaker for the Cyber-Seniors Graduation. Now that we have twelve members connected to the digital world, they have agreed to start a FiftyForward Bordeaux Computer Club, beginning in August. The group will meet once a month over tea and coffee.
OUR MISSION FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older. We are happy to provide FREE WiFi here at the center. Look for the FiftyForward Guest Network and type in 50Forward as the Password.
Success, or achievement, is never a one-step deal. By mapping out the route we need to take, we can break it down into individual steps, which will bring us gratification all along the way to our ultimate goal. Achieving these small goals proves that we have what it takes. Confidence builds slowly with daily reinforcement. Melvin D. Fowler, Center Director
NEW PRN Hired Debra Wiggins
Melvin D. Fowler Center Director
FFB Center welcome our newest staff Debra Wiggins. Debra joined our team on June 22nd. Debra previously worked for FF Meals on Wheels program as a cook at Second Presbyterian Church.
MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Miranda Tibbs
Address: 3315 John Mallette Drive Nashville, TN 37218 (615) 248-2272 phone (615) 248-7607 Fax Advisory Council
Ann Black, Chair
Miranda is the second oldest of eight children originally from Nashville, Tennessee. Miranda is a devoted grandmother of two children boy and girl ages two and five. Miranda has a flair for decorating her house and she loves cooking.
Jean Arnell Brenda Gilmore Phyllis Cain, Secretary Pastor James Larkin Felicia Johnson Frederick Johnson
RENT OUR FACILITY FOR MORE
Breonus Mitchell
INFORMATION
Carletha McNeil
CALL 615-248-2272
Brian Wilkins Catrena Thompson Florence Woods, Vice President Clara Williams
Baby Showers, Graduation Parties, Bridge Club, Chess Club, Social Club, etc.
FFB The Place To Be in 2018!
Before she retired she was a dedicated pre-school teacher assistant for 19 years. Although Miranda loves taking care of her grand kids, she also wants to continue to be active and meet new people. Her daughter thought it would be a great idea to join FiftyForward and in coming, she has met some wonderful members. Since joining FiftyForward Bordeaux, Miranda has participated in our transportation program, arts and crafts, fieldtrips and took a computer class.
FiftyForward Bordeaux Say, Goodbye to Summer Intern Leigha Taylor!
MEMBERSHIP New and existing FiftyForward members are being asked to complete brand new applications for 2018. These forms have some additional information needed for record keeping purposes mandated by our funding agencies. Annual membership: $120/year: ($10/month) Please see staff if you have questions. Scholarships are available! Reminder: Invite your friends, family, neighbors, and other community members to join.
FiftyForward Bordeaux members said goodbye to Opportunity NOW summer intern Leigha. Members showered her with praise , gifts and thanks. Members shared stories and Leigha’s two brothers also shared stories as well. Leigha was presented with a cupcake dessert as a token of thanks from FFB members.
Connect with us!
Sept. 3rd— Center Closed
Learn more about the programs and services of FiftyForward. Visit www.fiftyforward.org
Sept. 4th—Grocery Shopping
Sept. 5th — Nutrition w/ TSU
Connect with us on social media:
Sept. 6th — Bingo w/Trina
Www.Facebook.com/FiftyForward
Sept. 10th —BINGO
Sept. 11th— Signs of Abuse
Sept. 15th—Grocery Shopping
Sept. 17th —Sports 4 All
Sept. 19th —Fitness w/Jen
Sept. 25—Music for Seniors
Sept. 26—Spade Tournament
See photos of past special events: https://www.flickr.com/photos/fiftyfo rward/albums
Watch videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/Fifty ForwardTN
Quote of The Month FRESH STARTS Facing the rising sun of our new day begun, Let us march on till victory is won.
James Weldon Johnson
TRUE FACT!
Fun Facts about the Month of September. The name of the ninth month of the year – September – comes from the old Roman word “septem”, meaning “seven”, because in the Roman calendar it was the seventh month.
FiftyForward Bordeaux Inclement Weather Policy! If metro schools are closed, we will NOT have our regular daytime programming, classes, events or scheduled trips. However, our office will still open, although possibly on a delayed schedule.
Ingredients
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 pint fresh blueberries
1/4 cup walnuts
1/4 cup crumble feta cheese
1/2 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing Directions:
In large bowl, toss the salad greens with the blueberries, walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette. Top with feta cheese to serve.
Blueberry Walnut Salad