April 2019
1 Bob Ross Workshop
2 Geology Class 8 BINGO! 8 All of Us Enrollment 10 Daytrip Lebanon Outlets 11 Lunch & Program Clear Captions
Wilder’s books, or enjoyed Little House on the Prairie, you’re probably going to love our guest for Potluck this month. Stephen Hines is a best selling author and a recognized authority on Wilder. He’ll be here on Wed., April 17, to discuss his book, A Prairie Girl’s Faith. According to Hines, Wilder “was more than a gifted storyteller and America’s most beloved pioneer — she was a woman of remarkable faith.” Join us at Potluck to hear what Using the Ingalls family, Hines exinsights he gained. We’ll have lunch at 11:30, and plores the relationship between faith, and the motivation of the men and Stephen will begin about noon. women who settled throughout this The Center provides the main course. Please bring a side dish. country.
15 Bob Ross Workshop 17 Birthday Potluck Stephen Hines 19 Daytrip Triune Methodist Church 22 Paraffin wax treatments for hands! 24 Grove Rovers 25 Lunch & Program
The group formerly known as the Red Hat Society has decided not to renew its membership in the official Red Hat organization. They will continue to plan monthly daytrips independently, and their outings will still
be open to everyone. From now on, though, the group will be known as the Grove Rovers. So let’s hear it for the Grove Rovers! Yay! This month the Grove Rovers are going to Murfreesboro and shop through Kohl’s and Old Time Pottery. There’s a Captain D’s nearby that could make a good spot for lunch. The van will leave the Center at 9:30 a.m. on Wed., April 24. The van fee is: $5.
We are in full swing with golf tournament preparations. The Katie Reed Golf Classic is set for Saturday, June 8. The center needs your help making this another successful tournament. If you could please donate a case or two of
Lebanon Outlets Mall is one of the best places to find good clothing for modest prices. Plus they have other shops, like a kitchen store, a tool store, and a Bed, Bath & Beyond. It’s the perfect time for spring shopping, and we’ve planned
a trip to Lebanon for Wed., April 10. We’ll probably go to O’Charley’s for lunch. After all, it will be Free Pie Wednesday! The van will leave the center at 9:30 a.m. Van fee is: $9.
The youth group at Triune Methodist Church has invited us back this year for a luncheon on Good Friday, April 19th. As before, they will guide us through the thoughtful prayer stations they’ve created before we go downstairs for the meal. The van will leave the Cen-
ter at 10:45 a.m. Van fee is $2. Note: If you plan to drive on your own, please sign up as you ordinarily would so we can give the church a headcount.
Kathy McFarlane will offer paraffin wax treatments for hands at the center on Mon., Apr. 22. These pampering treatments are often used in salons and spas! Cosmetically, the wax helps make the skin supple and soft. It adds moisture and continues to boost the moisture levels after the treatment is complete. Therapeutically, paraffin wax may be used to relieve pain in
the hands of people with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia NOTE: You should not use paraffin wax if you have poor blood circulation, numbness in your hands or feet, diabetes, or any rashes or open sores. The treatments will be offered at 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, and 1:30. p.m. The cost is $5 for members, and $8 for non-members.
bottled water, we would really appreciate it. The golfers go through several bottles during the course of the day. Last year the tournament was on one of the hottest days of the summer! Thank you for your support.
Sarah
For people who have hearing loss, captioned telephones can be a great help to communication. These phones have a built-in screen that displays the text of the conversation, so you can hear AND read what the other caller says. ClearCaptions is a provider of captioned telephones. One of the company’s specialists, Joshua House, will join us Thurs., April 11. He will tell us all about captioned phones — and he is bringing our lunch for free! We’ll have lunch at 11:30 and the program will begin about noon. Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, April 9.
FiftyForward is excited to offer another “lunch & learn” about the All of Us Research Program in partnership with Vanderbilt Health. They will feature presentations on efforts to establish diverse community relationships and get feedback throughout the growth of the program. They will also explore the types of data being collected and tools that will be available for researchers. Come hear what’s new for this year, and learn how you can become One in a Million, on Thurs., April 25. This is a free presentation and lunch will be provided by FiftyForward. We’ll have lunch at 11:30 and the program will begin about noon. Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, April 23.
Registration: 7 a.m. Shotgun Start: 8 a.m. Four-Player Scramble
Mulligans goody bags lunch & door prizes Prizes awarded for: Flight winners
Putting Contest Cost: $100/player Foursome (team): $380 All proceeds benefit FiftyForward College Grove.
Monday Aerobics at 9 a.m. Yoga at 9:45 Instructor: Nancy Stevens Wednesday Zumba Gold at 9 a.m. Stretch & Tone at 9:45 Instructor: Alisa Hinds
Friday Aerobics at 8:30 a.m. Yoga at 9:15 a.m. Instructor: Kandi Herring
Bob Ross Painting Workshop Take home a finished painting at the end of class! Mon., Apr. 1 & Mon., Apr. 15 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Instructor: Janey Pembleton $25 members $30 non-members (includes supplies) Craft Studio Second Wednesday April 10 at 9 a.m. Quilling Class Third Wednesday April 17 at 9 a.m. Instructor: Dot Carter Quilting Bee First & third Wednesdays: April 3 & 17 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday mornings: 9 to 10 a.m.
Chair Class Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. on April 23 (Thursdays beginning April 18.) No fee for this class Massage Licensed Massage Therapist serving seniors with a gentle touch. Massage Therapist: Kathy McFarlane By appointment Members: $45 Non-members: $60 Line Dancing Beginners & experienced line dancers learn the latest line dances while getting a great cardio workout. Fridays: 10:15 to 11:45 Dance Instructor: Cathy Smotherman Blood Pressure Check Fourth Tuesday April 23 at 10:30 a.m. Nurse: Paula Frost
Stained Glass Class Create and frame a stained glass window panel. Fridays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Next series begins April 19! Instructor: Mike Jones $55 members $70 non-members (includes supplies)
April selection: Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate Third Tuesday April 16 9 a.m. Bible Class Fourth Tuesday: April 23 9:30 a.m. Note: no class Tues., April 9 Facilitator: Rhonda Rose Geology Class First Tuesday: April 2 10 a.m. Instructor: Art Reesman
Fun & Games Bingo Second Mondays: 1 to 3 pm
Canasta Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 am to 3 pm
Dominoes Fridays at noon
and other games daily.
IRS-certified tax preparers will be here on Thursdays through April 11, from 9 a.m. to noon, to prepare and electronically file taxes for free, for families earning $66,000 or less.
Healthcare forms 1095-A, 1095-B, or 1095-C (required) • •
Direct deposit information
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Copy of last year’s return
NOTE: If married filing jointly, WHAT TO BRING you both must be present to efile. • Photo ID (required) For appointment, visit • Social Security or ITIN cards DoMyTaxes.org or call for everyone on the return 615.830.7940. (required) W-2s, 1099s and other income statements (required) •
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