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Donelson Station July Depot FiftyForward Travel and The Larry Keeton www.FiftyForward.org 108 Donelson Pike ● Nashville, TN 37214 ● (615) 883-8375 Center Luncheon Nutrition Class Wednesday, July 24 at 11 am “Eat Well, Feel Well” This month’s entertainment is going to be something you’ll never forget! With sexy, July 25-August 22 sultry vocals and an undeniable command of a variety of musical styles, Judy Wright, Americana Top 40 recording artist, really delivers. From the Patsy Cline-reminiscent Texas swing ballad, “Deserving Love,” to the accordion laced tango rock “New York,” Wright offers a musical feast for all. Judy Wright's recent success has been remarkable. Her album was on the American chart for 26 weeks. Her mainstream single was played across the country and on XM Radio with Bill Mack's Dynamic Disc Discovery. Her soulful version of "You Are My Sunshine" drew rave reviews from dozens of reviewers and radio programmers. Judy will perform a variety of songs from various country artists. After the show, enjoy a delicious lunch from The Donelson café. The cost is $8 for both members and non-members. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.
The University of Tennessee Extension Office Agent will present another FREE 5-week nutrition workshop for our members. This education program will teach you how to choose and prepare healthy foods, use related resources effectively and live a healthy lifestyle. The agent provides hands-on nutrition education for adults by making meal plans, watch cooking demonstrations and taste samples of healthy recipes. Don’t miss out on this. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
Caregiving Support Group Meeting The 4th Monday of each Month Starting July 22 at 5:30 pm
Published author of “A Golden Opportunity”, Pat Gates, is an expert on caring for yourself while caring for others. Often times, caregivers give so much or their time looking after their loved ones that they forget about their own happiness and well-being. Pat will share her lessons learned and the beautiful and not so beautiful experiences encountered as her elderly mother’s primary caregiver. The goal of this group is to share similar experiences, challenges, hardships and adversity with each other in order to gain hope, and inspiration to be able to move forward. Our hope is that you gain friendship and support from others who are in a similar situation. We open this to anyone who is looking for this kind of support (members and non-members). This is a vital component to the caregiving process. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
Center Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 7:30 am-6:30 pm, Fri. 7:30 am-5 pm, Saturday 9 am-1pm. Office Opens Monday-Friday at 8 am.
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In Our Facility... Three Fitness Rooms • Cardio Room-Treadmills, elliptical, stationary bikes, weights, TV and music.
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DONELSON CAFE Open M-F 10:30 am-2 pm
Daily homemade specials! Enjoy different entrées and sides, deli sandwiches, fresh salads and soups. Catering services also available. Call 615-812-3802 for pricing.
Resistance Training-
Stationary weight machine, single station equipment. • Exercise Room-TRX bands, bosu balls, dumbbells, resistance bands and more to use with the classes offered.
Pool Room Three pool tables, cues and balls.
Computer Lounge Check your email and social media on the four PCs available to members only. Big screen TV, too!
SOCIAL HALL Enjoy coffee with friends. Play cards, Bingo or Mah Jong. Vending machines, microwave and refrigerator available.
RENTAL SPACE Having a party? Need a venue? We rent our space. Call for availability and pricing. Free Wi-Fi Look for the FiftyForward Guest Network on your device and use 50Forward as the password.
LADIES AND GENTS SALON FULL SERVICE HAIR/NAIL SALON Haircuts Color and Highlights Waxing Services Manicures/Pedicures Perms Stylists’ Phone Numbers: Eva 615-406-6583 Gwen 615-243-5371 Tonya 615-579-0108 Iva 615-593-7602 Discounts to FiftyForward members!
CENTER MEMBERSHIP FiftyForward Donelson Station is one of five lifelong learning centers in Davidson County and two in Williamson County. These centers offer various programs, classes and events monthly as well as access to the center amenities. Membership is $144 annually or $12 via monthly bank draft. We also accept Silver&Fit® and Silver Sneakers® reimbursement through some Medicare supplement plans. Check to see if you’re eligible. Membership at Donelson Station also allows you to access most of the other FiftyForward centers. Look for the Forward Focus paper in the center or www.fiftyforward.org for other centers’ information.
Many thanks to our sponsors:
Cell Phone Recycling Old cell phones can help raise money for the center. Lions Club Recycle
reusable prescription eye glasses in the yellow bin located on the front porch.
Second Harvest
Drop off non-perishable foods to help others.
Charlie Cardwell, Metro Trustee
Welcome our Opportunity Now Intern, Regan Shelton!
Our Staff: Center Director Angela Bryan abryan@fiftyforward.org Program Director Lisa Maddox lmaddox@fiftyforward.org Theatre Administrator Jamie London jlondon@fiftyforward.org Travel Coordinator Janice Judd jjudd@fiftyforward.org Office/Volunteer Manager Kelly Lavely klavely@fiftyforward.org Office Assistant John Martin (Saturday) jmartin@fiftyforward.org
Center Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-6:30 pm Friday 7:30 am-5 pm Office Opens at 8 am Mon.-Fri. Saturday 9 am-1 pm 615-883-8375
My name is Regan Shelton, and I have enjoyed my summer internship with FiftyFoward as I have found the staff and participants to be very engaging and nurturing. I am a recent graduate from Martin Luther King Academic Magnet High School and will be attending Fisk University in the fall as a Presidential Scholar with a full academic ride. I love to dance and have a good time. I look forward to spending the rest of the summer with my “new” FiftyFoward family and can’t wait to meet new friends. Stop by the volunteer desk and say “hi” to me!
Hi Gang!
Program Director Notes….
We are headed straight into summer with this heat and I cannot believe it’s July already. A few of you have met our new bus driver, Amber Brothers and for those who have not, take one of our July trips and you will! We are so happy to have her on our team. Above is a picture of Regan Shelton (our Opportunity Now Intern) who we are so blessed to have through the month of July. Regan will be helping at the volunteer desk and offering social media one-on-one classes. Make sure to stop by and say “Hello” to her. I hope you enjoy all the events and trips planned this month. If you have any new ideas about outings and restaurants, etc., make sure to let me know! I love hearing from you all. Enjoy
www.fiftyforward.org Lisa Maddox Program Director
FiftyForward Travel 2019 For more information, call Janice at 615-231-1235 or email jjudd@fiftyforward.org or visit Diamond Tours at www.grouptrips.com/fiftyforwardtravel July 5-17, 2019 Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick Visit the National Civil War Museum, Hershey’s Chocolate World, and Canada’s most famous lighthouse! Aug. 25-31, 2019 Mackinac Island SOLD OUT! Sept. 9-12, 2019 Hannibal, MO Visit Mark Twain’s theatre and boyhood home, ride the Haunted Hannibal trolley and tour the city. Oct. 5-13: Cape Cod Attractions include Boston, Quincy Market, Plymouth, Sandwich, Hyannis, Martha’s Vineyard and a Hyannis Harbor cruise with view of the Kennedy compound.SOLD OUT! October 7-17, 2019 Panama Canal This Princess Cruise has several ports of call including the Dominican Republic, Cartagena, Columbia, Panama, and Jamaica! “Yah, mon!” October 29-31, 2019 Mystery Tour Take a chance to a “destination unknown”. The fun part is not knowing where you are going and experiencing the excitement when you get there.
Dec. 10-12 Pigeon Forge Stay at the country Cascades Hotel. See the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, Country Tonite, the Smoky Mountain Opry, the Comedy Barn as well as free time in Gatlinburg and The Island to do some Christmas shopping. Dec. 30-Jan. 4. Rose Parade New Year’s Stay in Irvine, CA. View the Tournament of Roses Parade from reserved grandstand seats, Rodeo Drive, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, San Diego Harbor Cruise, and more, including a New Year’s Eve party!
Casino Trips: Tropicana— Aug. 8, Oct. 21. Harrah’s—May 9, July 2, Sept. 5. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
On the Road Trip with FiftyForward Sept. 19 The Chattanooga Aquarium and Big River Grille Trip. Leave the Knowles Center at 7:30 am. Explore the Chattanooga Aquarium and enjoy lunch at Big River Grille. The cost is $70 for entry into the aquarium and your bus ride. You will need to pay for your lunch and bring cash ($1-$2) to tip the bus driver. You can sign up at any center. You will return around 4 pm.
2019 Book Club Schedule
Wednesdays in July and August from 10 am until 12 pm
Come and join other “crafty” members as you sit and socialize in fellowship and work on your craft project. Some of the ladies/ gents are doing sewing projects, crochet, knitting, rug hooking and even just coloring. Bring whatever you like! This is just a casual, laid-back group getting together and using their creativity. Everyone is welcome. The group will meet on Wednesdays in July and August in the art room. You do not have to sign up, just show up.
Calling all book lovers! The Book Club meeting will meet Monday, June 24 at 10:30 am. The group will discuss A Murder in Music City by Michael Bishop All interested book lovers are welcome!!
Contact Us
Driving Miss Daisy August 15-31
Jamie London SCA Administrator 615-231-1231
Driving Miss Daisy is a play by American playwright Alfred jlondon@fiftyforward.org Uhry, about the relationship of an elderly white Southern Jewish woman, Daisy Werthan, and her African-American www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org chauffeur, Hoke Coleburn, from 1948 to 1973. The play Located inside FiftyForward was the first in Uhry’s Atlanta Triolgy, which deals with Donelson Station. white Jewish residents of that city in the early 20th century Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Season Tickets on Sundays at 2 pm. Enjoy dinner and show for $30. Sale Now! Show only options are also available as is a salmon upgrade and veggie only meal. $150 for six shows! August 15th show is Show Only (no dinner). Ask about group pricing for 15 or more. Thanks to our sponsor! Tickets available at www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org or by calling 615-883-8375
MTGMS JEWELRY CLASSES Middle Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society offers more than 30 jewelry classes at FiftyForward Donelson Station. To be added to the Constant Contact email list, email John Martin at classes@mtgms.org. Classes include silversmithing, faceting, lapidary, wire-wrapping, basic stone carving, chain maille and many 1-2 day workshops. Discounted prices range from $10 to $25 per class to FiftyForward members. Rock and gem meeting is at 3 pm on the 3rd Sunday. Everyone is welcome! Signups for Summer Quarter will be held Saturday, June 15! For more information on classes visit www.mtgms.org.
Help a child succeed! Did you know that 65% of America’s fourth graders do not read at a proficient level? How about the fact that one out of six children who do not read at age level by the end of third grade will not graduate from high school? FiftyForward FLIP program, Friends Learning In Pairs, is seeking volunteers to help children grades K-4 who need assistance in reading or math. With all of the growth here in Donelson we are currently seeking 10 Volunteers from our center to join this program. Time commitment includes a once a week visit at your student’s school for 2 hours throughout the 2019-20 school year. Please contact Kelly Lavely at 615-883-8375
klavely@fiftyforward.org to learn more!
Social Media Assistance Appointments
Our Opportunity Now intern, Regan Shelton, will be assisting members on how to use various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter etc. Regan is a recent graduate of MLK Highschool and has received a full academic scholarship to Fisk University this fall. Regan will be available for appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting July 2-July 25) from 9 am until 12 pm. If you are interested in having a one-on-one appointment, sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. This is FREE! *TRIPS AND EVENTS POLICIES* To ensure members have adequate opportunity to attend trips and events and that staff time and center resources are properly utilized, the following polices must be followed: • New Policy: Signups are limited to two per person. • All trips require a minimum of five people. Trips not meeting the minimum number will be cancelled 24 hours in advance and credit will be given to those already signed up. • If you choose to meet the bus at a destination, you will be charged $2 to offset the bus fee. This fee does not apply if the bus is full. • When you sign up for a trip or presentation/event, you are making a commitment to this activity and are responsible for putting it on your calendar and showing up on time. • If you cancel 24 hours before a trip occurs, you will receive a credit toward another trip. • CREDITS ARE AVAILABLE ONLY FOR 90 DAYS. • A ticketed trip/event will not be refunded or credited unless someone takes your place from the waiting list or by someone you recruit. • Cancelling or not showing up for three or more trips within a month will result in being placed on a waiting list the following month for all trips. • Please note the bus departure time and arrive on time. Drivers will not wait! • There are no cash refunds for any trips/events. • Exceptions may be considered by the Center Director in extreme situations.
PLEASE READ!!! NEW TRIP POLICY!
Bible Study Saturday, July 27 10 am.
FiftyForward Donelson Station will only allow All members are welcome to join individuals to sign up two people for trips at a time. To our bible study class led by clarify, you may call and sign up you and your husband Davene Johnson on the 4th or wife or you and a friend but it is limited to ONLY two Saturday of each month at 10 people. am. This is FREE! You may NOT call up, stop in, sign up for or pay for Gather to learn, encourage, more than two people. This has caused some problems enjoy fellowship and grow in with one person taking up multiple spots on the van and your personal relationship with then often canceling. your God. Everyone is welcome! We are trying to be fair to all members that enjoy taking trips. This has been approved by the Advisory Council and the Program Committee. If you have questions, contact Program Director Lisa Maddox. Thank you for understanding.
JULY TRIPS AND EVENTS ***TO SIGN UP FOR A CLASS, CALL, COME BY THE CENTER OR VISIT WWW.MYACTIVECENTER.COM (FREE EVENTS ONLY). PAYMENT IS EXPECTED AT REGISTRATION AND CAN BE TAKEN OVER THE PHONE WITH A CREDIT CARD*** Tech Help-Tues., July 2 from 10 am-12 pm. Tech savvy member Cheryl Harris will help members with their tech devices for FREE. Bring your laptop, iPad, tablet, iPhone or Android device with you to get oneon-one help. Make a 30-minute appointment by phone or in person. Pet Community Center Weekly Wednesday Clinic-Wednesdays in July from 10 am—4pm. The Mobile Pet Unit will be in our parking lot every Wednesday offering low cost services for your pets including vaccinations, microchips, flea and tick treatment and more. No appointment needed. Veteran’s Benefits Presentation-Tues., July 9 at 10 am. Kim Martin from Rita’s Care Services will be sharing with you the benefits of VA services vs the cost for assisted living facilities. If you or your spouse are a veteran make sure to attend this meeting. There are many benefits out there for veterans that people are not aware exist. This is a FREE presentation. Sign up with a volunteer or staff. Summit Audiology- Tues., July 9 at 11:15 am. Audiologist Mitch Vest offers FREE hearing exams. Summit has advanced technologies and a three-year complete service warranty with damage/loss coverage. Get a 30-day trial, free in-office cleanings, repairs/adjustments and free annual testing. They accept many insurances. Make an appointment with a volunteer or staff. Senior Skin Care Class-Wed., July 10 at 10 am. Join Aesthetician/Skincare educator and Eyebrow Boss, Kookie, from Divine Innovations for an informative presentation on taking care of your aging skin. You will be able to experience some hands on skin remedies and learn the proper way to take care of your skin. There is a cost of $5 for this class payable directly to the instructor. You will also receive coupons that will be good for future sessions with Kookie. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Walgreens Health Presentation-Tues., June 10 at 2 pm. This month the Walgreen’s Pharmacist will talk about proper skin care regimes and remedies. Enjoy fellowship with others and get to know the Walgreen's Pharmacist who does monthly health presentations. This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a Equipment Orientation-Fri., July 12 at 10 am. Certified Senior Fitness Instructor Ronald Ruffin will conduct a training on our exercise equipment located in the cardio room and the resistance training room. This is a great time to learn how to use the equipment properly and ask any questions about getting started. This is FREE! Sign up with a volunteer or staff. Consignment Shopping and Lunch at Courtney’s-Fri., July 12. Our first stop will be the Sugar Pea Consignment Boutique in Mt. Juliet. You will quickly realize when you walk into the boutique that it does not have the secondhand feel. The shop only accepts items that are freshly laundered and from smokefree environment. The next stop will be B&B Consignment in Old Hickory. They carry clothing, furniture, patio sets, pictures, art work, jewelry, home décor and so much more. Lastly, lunch at Cinco De Mayo for some authentic Mexican food. The cost is $6 for the bus. Leave the center at 9:45 am .Sign up with staff of a volunteer. Canvas Painting-Mon., July 15 at 2 pm. Follow step-by-step instructions on how to paint this month’s canvas with professional artist Kara Williamson. A colored picture of your project is inside this newsletter. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Collage Craft Project-Tues., July 16 at 9 am– 1pm. Join our art teacher, Roberta Steinmetz, for a collage class where she will share her techniques for creating a unified look for a collage. All materials are included (including the canvas) for a cost of $25. Take your finished project home and show it off to your family. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Picture Matting Class-Tues., July 16 from 2 pm - 4 pm. A well-cut mat can make a huge difference in how a picture looks, taking it from a simple snapshot to a framed piece of art. You will learn how to prepare the mat board and the mount board by measuring them to fit the picture frame, and make careful cuts in the mat board to create the border for the picture. With a little bit of time and patience, you’ll be able to mat and mount pictures at home by yourself. Anyone who takes this class may use our mat cutter for FREE after checking with Roberta. The cost is $5. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED... Super Bingo –Wed., July 17 at 1:30 pm. Charter Senior Living in Hermitage is sponsoring SUPER BINGO! Join us after our regularly scheduled bingo for another chance to win prizes. There will be 10 games plus a coverall prize. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. This is FREE! Mystery Lunch-Thurs., July 18. Join us as we head to an undisclosed location for a delicious lunch. This fills up quickly, so sign up fast. The cost is $6. Leave the center at 10:45 am. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Mewsic Kitty Café and Breakfast-Fri., July 19. First, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Red Bicycle Café which serves assorted crepes and other breakfast items. Then, we head to the Mewsic Kitty Café where we (just our group) will spend an hour of “cat therapy” with kitty cats roaming that are looking for their furever families while we enjoy sweet treats and drinks at the kitty café too. Check this place out at www.mewsickittycafe.com for more information. The cost for the bus and Kitty Café is $18. Leave the center at 9 am. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Author Presentation-Mon., July 22 at 10 am. Michael Bishop, author of ‘Murder in Music City” will share the story about the 1964 murder of Paula Herring and the details of the investigation that happened right here in Nashville. This is a FREE presentation. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Legal Help-Mon., July 22 from 1:30 –3:30 pm. April Jackson, Attorney, and owner of Graceful Aging Legal Services, will offer FREE legal assistance with questions involving Wills, POA’s, Medical Directives and other legal services. This is by appointment only. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Caregiver Support Group-Mon., July 22 at 5:30 pm. Are you a caregiver of a family member or friend? Do you need some support and fellowship with others that are in the same situation? Then, join us to learn how to care for others and also take care of yourself. The group leader, Pat Gates, is a published author who has lots of experience in caregiving and can also aid in offering support. This is open to the community so if you know someone who needs this, let them know about this group. They will meet in the 4th Monday of each month. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. “All of Us” Enrollments-Tues., July 23 from 10 am-12:30 pm. Have you signed up yet? The National Institutes of Health is seeking to enroll a million participants from all backgrounds to improve the health of future generations. If you have questions or need help enrolling, FiftyForward staff offers individual appointments the 4th Tuesday monthly at Donelson Station. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Lunchbunch to Dunya Kabob -Tues., July 23. Enjoy delicious Middle Eastern dishes such as kebabs, lamb shanks, gyros, chicken, soups and salads. The cost for the bus is $6. Leave the center at 10:45 am. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Center Luncheon-Wed., July 24 at 11 am. Judy Wright will provide our entertainment for July’s center luncheon. Check out the front page of the Depot to read more about her. You do not want to miss her performance. The Donelson Café will provide a delicious lunch too. The cost for both is $8. Bring your friends and family. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Nutrition Class “Eat Well, Feel Well”-Thurs., July 25 at 10 am. Join Bianca Johnson from the University of Texas Extension Office for a 6-week series about eating healthy and reaping the benefits from this way of life. You will get to taste some of her healthy creations too! This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Supper Club-Thurs., July 25. The dinner gang is headed to The Lost Paddy Irish restaurant which just opened it’s doors this month. The owner, Mehaul Oleary hails from Ireland and won Irishman of the year in 2018. He has served quality, classic Irish dishes for over 20 years and guarantees a good time when you walk through his doors. The cost is $6 for the bus. Leave the center at 5 pm. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Goodwill Shopping-Tues., July 30. We are going to do some thrift shopping at the Goodwill in Goodlettsville and then Hendersonville. Check out all the bargains and take some goodies home with you. We will have lunch afterwards at Jonathan’s Grille. The cost is $6 for the bus. Leave the center at 9 am.
FiftyForward Services Care Management Services: This no-cost service for older adults with low incomes offers in-home assessments to connect with services that meet their needs (food, health care, etc.) Call Emily at (615) 622-5409 or visit her at the Center Mondays 9 am-noon. Care Team Services: For a fee, this service supports older adults and caregivers by assessing needs, helping purchase services, monitoring care and much more. Call 615743-3436. Conservatorship: This program makes decisions when an older adult can no longer do so and has no one to help. Through court appointment, FiftyForward can serve as conservator of a person and/ or finances. Call 615-743-3436. Adult Day Services: A program for those with cognitive, memory, or physical needs. Call 615-463-2266. Meals on Wheels: Provides meals for those unable to prepare them (limited area). Call 615-463-2264. Victory Over Crime: Are you a victim of a crime? Need counseling, help in court or more? Call (615) 743-3417. www.fiftyforward.org
Important Class/Event Information New Information and Something for Everyone….
NEW! Caregiver Support Group meets 4th Mon. at 5:30 pm. Bible Study will now meet on the 4th Saturday of each month. Exercise Equipment Orientation meets Friday, July 5 at 10 am The Nail Spot will offer FREE toe nail clippings and pedicures to disabled/elderly folks ONLY on July 1 from 9 am until 3 pm. NO Meditation classes in June, July or August. The next class will begin on Tuesday, September 10 at 9:30 am. ). Book Club meets Monday,
Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azur Nafisi
Summit Audiology is here on the 2nd Tuesday each month at 11:15 to offer FREE hearing exams. Chess Club will NOT meet this summer. They will be back in September. Weight Watchers meets on Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm for Weight Watchers members. Texas Hold ‘Em is on Tuesdays at 4 pm. Join the group of fun players! The Walking Club meets on Wednesdays at 8:15 am at the Kohl’s Trailhead. If it’s raining, the group meets at Opry Mills in front of the Rain Forest Café. Rummikub is Wednesdays at 1:30 pm. New players welcome. Mah Jong meets Thursdays at 10 am. New players welcome. Digital Camera Club, Computer Club and IPAD/Tablet groups welcome everyone. Just bring your gadgets! Groups meet the 2 nd and 3rd Tuesday at 10 am & 11 am. Grief and Loss Group meets the 1st Sunday at 2 pm at Dodson Chapel United Methodist Church at 4107 Dodson Chapel Court, Hermitage. They play cards the 4th Thursday at Donelson Station at 9:30 am. Members with a July Birthday are invited to join us for cake on Thursday, July 25 at 1 pm sponsored by Senior Helpers.
Sing Along Choir meets at 11 am. Have fun singing old songs and hymns. Travel to nursing homes to bring a little joy. Just show up and sing along! Tailgating Share snacks with the aerobics group Fridays after class! 9:30 am. st rd Let’s Bowl! Join us the 1 and 3 Fridays at 2 pm at the Strike & Spare in Donelson located at 2710 Old Lebanon Rd. Shoe rental is $1 and $1 per game! Wow!
******************************************************************** Exercise Classes for All Levels and Abilities
Symbols are used on the Calendar for Exercise Classes Low—Low or no impact exercise. Great for beginners or those with mobility issues. Moderate—You will breathe harder but can still carry on a conversation. You may sweat.
High—Breathing becomes more rapid making it difficult to talk. You will sweat.
Note: This is a general guide. We encourage you to talk to your doctor to insure you are healthy enough to exercise. Stop exercising if you are in pain or short of breath.
Author Presentation Monday, July 22 at 10 am Author Michael Bishop will discuss his book “A Murder in Music City”, the true story of the 1964 murder of Paula Herring. Learn about his 10+ year search for the truth which brought out compelling evidence involving some of Nashville’s biggest names in politics and law enforcement. Do not miss this FREE event! Sign up with a staff member of volunteer.
Cribbage Starts Thursday, July 11 at 9 am
Who wants to learn to play Cribbage? We have a few members who are interested in getting a group together on Thursdays at 9 am. What is Cribbage? Cribbage is a card game traditionally for two players but commonly played with four or more that involves playing and grouping cards in combinations which gain points. Cribbage uses a cribbage board for score-keeping and has a unique scoring system including points for groups of cards that total fifteen. It has been characterized as “Britain’s national card game”.
Pool Lessons Friday, July 12 from 2 pm - 4 pm
What are the benefits of playing Cribbage? Research has shown that playing card games can lead to improved cognitive functions in seniors, helping them retain mental sharpness. Evidence suggests that people who are engrossed in mental activities like cards are at a reduced risk of developing dementia.
June Canvas Painting Monday, July 15 at 2 pm
Socialization is another key benefit that games offer seniors. As we grow older, if we don’t use it, we lose it! Help yourself to stay mentally sharp with something as simple as playing cards with others in fellowship.
Have you always wanted to learn how to play the game of pool??? Learn from seasoned player Ralph Bristol on June 21 from 2 pm until 4 pm. You do not need to bring your own pool cue. We have extra cues available. Space is limited so be sure to sign up quickly with staff or a volunteer. Non-members pay $5.
Paint this beautiful canvas painting pictured below. Professional artist, Kara Williamson, will teach you step-bystep instructions on how to complete this picture and take it home the same day. You do not need any previous art experience. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
If you are interested, sign up with a staff member or volunteer. If you have an extra Cribbage board make sure to bring that too.
Pet Community Center Weekly Wednesday Clinic The Pet Community Center Mobile Unit will now be here every Wednesday during July in our parking lot from 10 am until 4 pm. The PCC offers low cost services such as vaccinations, microchips, flea and tick treatments, and heartworm tests and treatments. Walk-ups are welcome, and patients will be served in order of their arrival. There is a $5 mobile clinic visit fee for all wellness visits. Check out their website for more services including spay/neuter: www.petcommunitycenter.org
JULY 2019 Monday
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1 9 am—3 pm Nail Spot (ONLY for disabled and elderly that cannot do their own toes) 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Writing Class
2 7:30 am Harrah’s Casino Trip 9 am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Bridge 10 am—12 pmTech Help 2 pm Aging Mastery Program 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
3 10 am-4 pm Pet Community Center Mobile Unit (Parking Lot) 10 am Crafty Corner 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by United HealthCare 1:30 Rummikub **** NO LINE DANCING!
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8 11 am Program Committee 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Writing Class
9 9 am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Bridge 10 am VA Benefits Presentation 11:15 am Summit Audiology (by appt.) 10 am Digital Camera Club (2nd Tues.) 2 pm Program Mastery Program 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
10 10 am-4 pm Pet Community Center Mobile Unit (Parking Lot) 10 am Skin Care Class 10 am Crafty Corner 12:30 pm Bingo 1:30 Rummikub 2 pm Walgreens Health Presentation on Skin Care
11 9 am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 9 am Cribbage 10 am Mah Jong
12 13 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 9:45 am Consignment Shopping and Lunch at Cinco De Mayo 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10 am Dining with Diabetes 10 am Exercise Equipment Orientation 2 pm Billiard’s Lessons
15 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Writing Class (Last Class) 2 pm Canvas Painting
16 9 am—1 pm Collage Craft Class 9 am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Bridge 10 am Computer Club (3rd Tues.) 11 am IPad/Tablet Group (3rd Tues. 2 pm Aging Mastery Program 2 pm– 4 pm Mat Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
17 10am-4pm Pet Community Center Mobile Unit (Parking Lot) 10 am Crafty Corner 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Groogan Insurance 1:30 pm Rummikub 1:30 Super Bingo with Charter Senior Living
18 9 am Cribbage 9am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Mah Jong 10:45 am Mystery Lunch
19 9 am Breakfast at Red Bicycle Cafe and Mewsic Kitty Café Trip 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays Presentation 10 am Ukulele Lessons 2 pm Bowling
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22 10 am Author Presentation “Murder in Music City” 10:30 am Book Club 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1:30-3:30 pm FREE Legal Help 5:30 Caregiver Support Group (4th Monday)
23 9 am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Bridge 10am - 12:30 pm “All of Us” Enrollments 10:45 am Lunchbunch to Dunya Kabob 2 pm Aging Mastery Program 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
24 10 am– 4pm Pet Community Center Mobile Unit (Parking Lot) 10 am Crafty Corner 11 am Center Luncheon 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Shipley’s 1:30pm Rummikub
25 9 am Cribbage 9am-12 pm Social Media Appointments 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Nutrition Class “Eat Well, Feel Well 11:30 am Advisory Council 1 pm July Birthday Party 5 pm Supper Club to The Lost Paddy
26 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons
27 10 am Bible Study
29 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games
30 9 am Goodwill Shopping and Lunch Trip 10 am Bridge 2 pm Aging Mastery Program 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
31 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am-4 pm Pet Community Mobile Unit (Parking Lot) 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Shipley’s Donuts 1:30 pm Rummikub
Fridays 7:45 am Yoga With Richard 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics
Saturdays 9 am Adv. Strength Training
The center will be closed for July 4th!
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The center is closed. Enjoy your weekend!
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Exercise Classes Mondays 7:45 am Yoga with Richard 8:45 am 9:45 am Qi Gong 5:15 Yoga
Tuesdays 8:15 am Adv. Strength Training 9:30 am Meditation 11 am Arthritis Foundation Class 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 1:30 pm Tai Chi 3 pm Beginners Strength Training
Wednesdays 8:15 am Walking Club-Meets at the Kohl’s Greenway 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 9:30 am Line Dancing 10:30 am Beg. Line Dancing starts 7/10 5:15 pm Yoga
Thursdays 8:15 am 11 am Arthritis Foundation Class 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 3 pm Beginners Strength Class
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