September 2019
8607 Horton Hwy. P.O. Box 223 College Grove, TN 37046 615-368-7093
COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER 2 – Center closed for Labor Day 5 –Lunch & program Flu and Pneumonia 9 -Bob Ross workshop 9 - All of Us Enrollment 12 - Lunch & program Medicare with SHIP 17 - Manicures, pedicures & haircuts
Birthday Potluck - Sept. 18 Our group really enjoys going to the Bluebird Café and one of the volunteers at the Café reached out to me by email asking if we would like for her to come and perform at our center. Why yes we would! Come to find out this lady grew up in the Eagleville community which is just a few miles from the center; it’s a small world. Ann Hartmann is a singer/ songwriter using country music to spread the love of Christ. She sings at churches, writer’s nights, women’s events, and anywhere she feels God is leading. She has received numerous awards and has recorded 4 CDs – Three of the CDs are her original
Christian country songs, and one of the CDs is a traditional hymns project done with a country flavor. Her passion is using music to encourage and strengthen the weary soul. Join us this Sept. 18. We will have lunch at 11:30 a.m., and entertainment will begin about noon. The center provides the main course. Please bring a side dish.
18 - Birthday Potluck Music with Ann Hartmann 18– Sneak peak at Quilt 23 -Bob Ross Workshop
25 - Daytrip WAKM Senior Expo 26 - Lunch & program Bingo sponsored by Rita’s Care Save the date for Flu Shot Clinic Friday, Oct. 4
The WAKM Senior Expo 2019 is set for the Williamson County Enrichment Center Sept. 25, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. The expo features four hours of entertainment, information and exhibitors. Sponsors and exhibitors will meet attendees, network and present promotional information, gifts, and door prizes. The day will include
entertainment and games from the stage including senior bingo and lunch, compliments of WAKM Radio. The van leaves the Center at 9:30 a.m. Van fee is $5.
Letter from Director… I can’t believe it is almost September. Time sure does fly when your having fun! I want to encourage anybody who has wanted to learn how to do stained glass then to check out our stained glass workshop that happens each Friday at 11 a.m. The students have created beautiful panels in this class and continue to amaze me with their artistic skills. Plus we have an amazing instructor, Mike Jones, who is very patient and thorough in his instruction of this art. Mike will help you master the basic techniques of stained glass and you will have a great time in these workshops. — Sarah
Quilt Sneak Peak! Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1:30 p.m. Our quilting bees meet from 1 - 3 p.m. on this day so we invited a guest to be with them. The Cumberland Valley Quilters Association (CVQA) is a nonprofit organization that currently has 185 members who attend monthly meetings and workshops to develop skills in quilting and fiber cuts. The Quilt Show is the primary revenue generating event for the CVQA. Each year our center has taken day trips to this event and we plan to take a day trip to Franklin this October to see their show. Join us Sept. 18 to get a sneak preview at the raffle quilt; Claire Bolfing the promotions co-chair of the quilt show will bring the quilt so we can see it up close.
Save the date! Flu Shot Clinic Friday, Oct. 4 9 a.m.-Noon Administered by a Walgreens pharmacist Please sign up to get vaccinated.
Recipe Corner Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
What is the Flu? What is Pneumonia? Join Desi Smith from CignaHealthSpring as she discusses Flu and Pneumonia, information about the shots, and treating and preventing the spread of both. The goal of the session is to share the importance of prevention but she’ll also share the importance of early identification of symptoms, initiation of treatment, and protecting loved ones and friends to help avoid spreading flu and pneumonia. Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, Sept. 2.
The coordinator for the Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), will join us to help those who are new to Medicare and those that have been on Medicare for some time. They will discuss some basic questions and if there are any changes that we need to be informed about in 2020. SHIP offers unbiased guidance and can be a great resource. Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, Sept. 10.
6 boneless chicken breasts 3 lg. cloves minced garlic Salt and pepper to taste 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 16 oz ctn. sour cream 3 sleeves of Ritz crackers, crushed 3 oz jar poppy seeds 1/2 c. melted butter Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut chicken into strips and brown in a large skillet with garlic, salt and pepper to taste. In a large casserole dish, mix together the mushroom and chicken soups and sour cream. Add the browned chicken and drippings. Cover with crushed Ritz crackers and poppy seeds. Pour melted butter on top. Bake until hot, 20 –30 minutes. Yields 6 servings. YUMMY!
Rita’s Care at Home, LLC is a family-owned, non medical home agency licensed by the State of Tennessee and fully insured. Join us Thursday as we learn what services they offer and the different payment options. Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, Sept. 24
If you have a recipe you would like to share in the newsletter please email it to Sarah, sstephens@fiftyforward.org.
Goodwill Drop off site Saturday, Sept. 14 9 a.m.—noon Proceeds benefit the College Grove Library
MONDAY Aerobics at 9 a.m. Yoga at 9:45 a.m. Instructor: Nancy Stevens WEDNESDAY Zumba Gold at 9 a.m. Stretch & Tone at 9:45 a.m. Instructor: Alisa Hinds FRIDAY Aerobics at 8:30 a.m. Yoga at 9:15 a.m. Instructor: Kandi Herring
CHAIR CLASS Monday-Thursday: 10:30 a.m. No fee for this class
MASSAGE Licensed Massage Therapist: Kathy McFarlane By appointment Members: $45 Nonmembers: $60 If you need to cancel your appointment, please do so within 24 hours or you will be charged. LINE DANCING Beginners & experienced line dancers learn the latest line dances while getting a great cardio workout. Fridays: 10:15-11:45 a.m. Dance Instructor: Cathy Smotherman BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK Fourth Tuesday Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m. Nurse: Paula Frost
BOB ROSS PAINTING WORKSHOP Take home a finished painting at the end of class! Instructor: Janey Pembleton $25 members $30 nonmembers (includes supplies) CRAFT STUDIO Second Wednesday Sept. 11, 9 a.m. QUILLING CLASS Third Wednesday Sept. 18 9 a.m. Instructor: Dot Carter QUILTING BEE First & third Wednesday: Sept. 4 & Sept. 18 1-3 p.m. Thursday mornings: 9-10 a.m. STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP Create and frame a stained glass window panel. Fridays: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Instructor: Mike Jones Materials fee: $25 members $30 nonmembers Per class fee: $5 members $10 nonmembers
September selection: 11/22/63 by Stephen King Third Tuesday Sept. 17, 9 a.m. BIBLE CLASS 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Sept. 10 and 24 9:30 a.m. Facilitator: Rhonda Rose GEOLOGY CLASS Tuesday, Sept. 3 Instructor: Art Reesman
FUN & GAMES BINGO Second Monday 1-3 p.m.
CANASTA Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
DOMINOES Fridays at noon Pool, Pedro, Scrabble, Rummikub, Skip-bo and other games daily.
About FiftyForward Established in 1956, FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older. As a nonprofit operating seven lifelong learning centers –- two in Williamson and five in Davidson County -– FiftyForward offers educational, health and wellness, arts and volunteer programs to engage older adults. FiftyForward also provides comprehensive supportive services and access to resources including FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels as well as the FiftyForward Care Team offering care assessment and services for older adults. FiftyForward Travel offers adventures (regional and international) and the Senior Center for the Arts and The Larry Keeton Theatre, a subsidiary of FiftyForward, feature performing arts for all ages. Get social with us - friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about FiftyForward resources and volunteer opportunities by visiting: www.fiftyforward.org.
FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older.
Phone: 615.368.7093 or 615.368.7278 Fax: 615.368.7935 Hours: Center Director: Program Director/Newsletter Editor: Program Associate: Williamson County FLIP Coordinator: Williamson County Care Manager: FIFTYFORWARD COLLEGE GROVE 8607 Horton Highway P.O. Box 223 College Grove, TN 37046 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sarah Stephens sstephens@fiftyforward.org Libby C. Beeson Rhonda Rose 615.376.4332 Jane Bradley 615.376.4334