FiftyForward Donelson Station March 2019 newsletter

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Donelson Station March Depot FiftyForward Travel and The Larry Keeton Theatre www.FiftyForward.org

108 Donelson Pike ● Nashville, TN 37214 ● (615) 883-8375

Nutrition Program Starts Thurs., March 7 at 10 am

Center Lunch Wed., March 20 at 11 am Award Winning Guitarist Lance Allen and Kevin Hayes

We are excited to partner with the University of Tennessee Extension Enjoy music from the 60’s and 70’s from two Office to offer to our members an 8very talented guitarists. Listen to songs from week nutrition program titled “Eating James Taylor, the Eagles and more. Lance Smart and Moving More.”

Allen is an award winning fingerstyle guitarist, You will learn how to cook, save composer, and teacher. Native of Kentucky, money on food, eat well, keep your Lance owns The Lance Allen Studio in Smyrna, food safe and be active. This is a and is a teacher, composer and award winning FREE workshop and will also fingerstyle guitarist. provide information to those that Kevin Hayes is a 20-year musician, singer, guitarist and qualify for the SNAP program songwriter who grew up listening to many genres of (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance music from the 60’s and is a big fan of the Dobbie Program). This educational Brothers, Aretha Franklin and The Allman Brothers. workshop will run through April 25.

Kevin has Cerebral Palsy and daily deals with other Sign up with staff or volunteer. health issues, but he has never let them stop him from doing what he loves—playing music. Don’t miss these two playing together on stage.

The Donelson Café will be providing a delicious meal.

The cost for the concert and the lunch is $8. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

“A Seat at the Table” Sponsored by the Faith and Culture Center (FCC) Thursday, March 14 at 6 pm The Faith and Culture Center is a non-profit community organization promoting co-existence between people of faith and diverse cultures of the world. Their initiative is to counter the negative beliefs about Islam and Muslims in America through education and community building. ASATT brings together people of different backgrounds for a conversation over a shared meal. The FCC caters the event and provides a facilitator. Facilitated conversations at ASATT dinners are cross-faith, cross-racial, cross-ethnic and cross-cultural to build community and combat stereotypes among Muslims and non-Muslims.

We invite eight members to join us for a FREE delicious meal and conversation with members of the Islam religion. This is our third “A Seat at the Table,” so if you have participated before, please let others partake this time. We ask that those who sign up please show up with open minds. Sign up with staff or a 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.

Established in 1956, FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older.

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In Our Facility...

Three Fitness Rooms • Cardio Room-Treadmills, elliptical, stationary bikes, weights, TV and music.

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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.

Cell Phone Recycling Old cell phones can help raise money for the center.

DONELSON CAFE Open M-F 11 am-2 pm

Daily homemade specials! Enjoy different entrée and sides, deli sandwiches, fres

h salads and soups. Catering services also available. Call 615-812-3802 for pricing.

LADIES AND GENTS SALON Haircuts Color and Highlights Waxing Services Manicures/Pedicures Perms Stylists’ Phone Numbers: Eva 615-406-6583 Thom 615-337-4252 Tonya 615-579-0108 Gwen 615-243-5371 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: FULL

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

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

www.fiftyforward.org

Center Director Notes…

Dear Friends: SAVE THE DATE!! The annual Pancake Breakfast and Plant Sale will be Saturday, April 13! This year we will only sell the fabulous hanging baskets. Young’s Nursery has a great assortment and prices will be reasonable to support the center.

Our Bargain Basement will be open that day as well! Look for the flyer on the center insert for more details!

We will be welcoming new members at our quarterly Meet & Greet on March 11. This event is a way for new friends to hear more about the center, meet instructors and meet other members. If you see someone in a class or event that you don’t know, be sure to introduce yourself and help them get involved.

Speaking of getting involved, we have some fabulous new volunteers helping around the center. Thanks to all of you!

Thanks to the TN Beer & Wine Festival for a generous gift to the Center. This year’s event is scheduled for October 19!

There are now cameras on all corners of our building. This is to protect you as much as it is to protect the property. Please always report if you see anything suspicious as we can now play back video. We hope this will make our center safer for everyone.

Sincerely, Angela Bryan Center Director Hi Gang!

Program Director Notes….

I am excited about all of the great events we have this month. I hope you are all taking advantage of everything we have to offer.

I NEED people/performers for our talent show on April 30. I have heard from a few people, but I need more talent to make this happen. Please see me and let me know what you are interested in doing. It can be anything from singing, dancing, stand-up comedy, playing an instrument, acting, juggling….anything! This was honestly one of my most favorite events we ever did and those who came can attest to that. There may even be a special appearance from some of our staff on stage.

Stop by my office and let me know if you would like to participate.

Warm wishes, 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 March 27-April 6, 2019 Greece: in the footsteps of Paul the Apostle.

Includes a 3-night cruise , Athens, Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos, Santorini and more!  April 23-May 1, 2019 Texas! Visit Dallas, San Antonio and Houston! Too much to list!  May 6-16, 2019 Ireland and Iceland Cruise. Ports of call include Dublin, Ireland; Belfast, Northern Ireland; Reykjavik, Iceland; Akureyri, Iceland; Cork, Freland.  June 6-12, 2019 Oregon Trails & the Portland Rose Festival Fly to this breathtaking area to see Mt. St. Helen’s monument, the Pacific Coast, Multnomah Falls, a winery and more!  June 19-28, 2019 Memorials of WWII London, Paris& WWII themed city tours.  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  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.  October 7-17, 2019 Panama Canal This Princess Cruise has several ports of call including the Dominican Republic, Cartagena, Columbia, Panama, Jamaica and Jamaica! “Yah, mon!” 

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On the Road Trips

Irish Day Parade and Arts & Crafts Festival, Erin, TN-Saturday, March 16, 2019.

Relive the spirit of St. Patrick with a parade, 100+ craft vendors, food vendors, a carnival and live music. Lunch is on your own while you shop and explore.  Brushy Mountain State Prison, Wartburg, TN-Thursday, May 16. This famous prison housed James Earl Ray, who assassinated Martin Luther King. Hear stories from former prison guards who will be on site. Dine at the Warden’s Table. WAITING LIST ONLY! New Member Meet & Greet Chess & Double Deck Pinochle Players Wanted!

Mon., March 11 at 10 am Want to learn to play chess? Our Meet some staff, Advisory chess group is looking to add more Council members and class players.

You do not have to know instructors and learn about all anything about the game. Chess of our programs. Enjoy light instructor Robert Campbell will be refreshments and bring any glad to teach you. They meet on questions you have regarding Tuesdays at 1 pm. Feel free to just your membership, our center show up! or FiftyForward. We are a We are also looking for members to thriving center and each play Double Deck Pinochle. If you are member is very important to interested in playing, contact Robert us. Please RSVP to a staff member or at 615-491-6383. He will set up a time and day for you volunteer. all to meet and start playing.

2019 Book Club Schedule Calling all book lovers!

The Book Club meeting will meet Monday, March 25 at 10:30 am.

The group will discuss “Eleanor Oliphant”

by Gail Honeyman.

All interested book lovers are welcome!!

MARCH TRIPS AND EVENTS Continued..

Mystery Lunch-Thurs., March 21. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a surprise spot. This trip fills up quickly, so sign up soon. The bus cost is $6. Leave the center at 10:45 am.

Flu/Pneumonia Presentation with Cigna-Thurs., March 21 at 1 pm. Cigna Rep. Desi will educate you on what the flu virus and pneumonia do to your body as you age. Learn the warning signs and steps you can take to keep both under control. She will explain the symptoms, recovery, causes and treatments. This is very important to understand because our bodies change as we age. This is FREE. Sign up with staff or volunteer.

Taste Of Donelson/Hermitage-Mon., March 25. We will head to The Inn at Opryland (across from Gaylord Hotel) where we will taste food from featured local restaurants in the Donelson/Hermitage area. The tickets and the cost for the bus are $24. We will leave the center at 5:15 pm. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

“All of Us” Research Program Enrollment-Tues., March 26 from 10 am-2:30 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 4 th Tuesday monthly at Donelson Station. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

Lunchbunch to 312 Pizza-Tues., March 26. Check out some delicious Chicago Style pizza at 312 Pizza. The owners came from the Chicago neighborhood, “Little Italy” where their grandmother learned to make sauce from her neighbor and the tradition has carried onward. Their dough is made fresh daily without using preservatives. If you’re not a “pizza” person try their Italian Beef, Chicken Parmesan, Reubens or Chicago style hot dogs. The cost for the bus is $6. Leave the center at 10:45 am. Sign up with staff or volunteer.

“Name That Tune With Humana”-Wed. March 27 at 10 am. Join Juan Beraldi from Humana and his guitar player for some fun playing “Name That Tune.” Juan will be giving prizes away to those that can guess the tunes. This is always so much fun! Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

“Aging Matters: Legal Help”-Wed. March 27. Preview the next installment of this series at FiftyForward Knowles. See parts of the program and hear a panel discussion. Lunch will be included. The bus is FREE!. Leave the center at 11 am. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

Leave the center at 11 am.

Basics Of Medicare Thurs., March 28 at 10 am. Learn the ABC’s of Medicare. Dee Stoffer from American Republic Insurance, a non-biased provider, will educate you on Medicare Plans and choosing the best plan for YOU. If you are new to Medicare or getting ready to signup, make sure to attend this presentation. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. This is FREE! Spanish 101 Classes-Starts Thurs., March 28 at 1 pm. Learn Beginner’s Spanish taught by two bilingual teachers, Juan Beraldi from Venezuela and Alicia Gaitani from Argentina. This class is FREE but you MUST buy the book, “Spanish Essentials for Dummies” either on Amazon or from the book store.

This class will be every Thursday at 1 pm through July 25. There is limited space so make sure to sign up quickly with staff or a volunteer.

Supper Club-Thurs., March 28. Volunteer Amanda is headed to Maggiano’s on West End for some fresh Italian food. Start out with assorted Bruschetta, calamari or flatbread. Entrees include filet mignon, prime ribeye, veal piccata, classic pastas and specialty pastas including gnocchi and Italian sausage, mushroom ravioli, or chicken and spinach manicotti. Dinners range from $14-$39. The cost for the bus is $7. Leave the center at 5 pm.

Contact Us Jamie London SCA Administrator 615-231-1231

Sister Act March 29-April 13

Delores Van Cartier is auditioning at her gangster boyfriends jlondon@fiftyforward.org nightclub. Upset when he tells her she is not ready she decides to break up with him, but accidentally sees him kill one of his www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org cronies. She runs to the police, who place her in hiding at a convent. Chafing against constraints she soon discovers the Located inside FiftyForward choir and everything changes. A joyous show using music to Donelson Station. bring different communities and lifestyles together.

PG-15 -All ages allowed but 15 and under must be 3-Pack Special accompanied by an adult.

Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Any 3 shows for Sundays at 2 pm. Enjoy dinner and show for $30. $85!!

Show only options are also available as is a salmon upgrade and veggie only meal. th Thanks to our sponsor!

March 29 show is Show Only (no dinner).

Ask about group pricing for 15 or more.

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. Spring Quarter Class sign up is Saturday, March 16! Everyone is welcome!

For more information on classes visit www.mtgms.org.

Volunteer with FiftyForward

Volunteering is proven in helping people live longer. FiftyForward has several opportunities: Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP): Engages adults 55+ in volunteering as Friends Contact For RSVP: Robin Johnson 615-743-3424 Learning in Pairs (FLIP) tutors in local elementary schools, prepping/delivering meals with FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels and participating in events supporting area nonprofits.

Contact for FLIP: Sandra Thomas 615-743-3422 Foster Grandparents: Low-income seniors receive a stipend through this program that works with elementary students.

Contact for Foster Grandparents: Penny Gammons: 615-743-3420

FREE BEGINNING MEDITATION PRESENTATION March 14 at 1:00 pm

Want to learn to mediate and enjoy doing it? Do you want to learn all of the benefits that come from meditating? Join us for a FREE presentation on meditation from a certified Kripalu and Ananda yoga and meditation instructor, Osha Ray. The benefits from this meditation class include relief from stress, pain, and anxiety. You will increase patience, happiness, awareness, clarity, creativity, and sleep. Osha has been teaching and facilitating workshops for decades. She is a Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master, and a Holistic Life Coach. This first session is FREE and will be followed by 4-weeks of (optional) classes that are 75 minutes and $10 per class. You can sign up today just for the FREE presentation. If you enjoy the FREE class, you can also sign up for the following paid classes: 3/21, 3/28,4/4, and 4/11. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. *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: • 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.

• NEW POLICY: CREDITS WILL BE 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.

FREE Spanish Classes Wednesdays Starting March 28-July 25 at 1 pm Learn the basics of Spanish taught by two bilingual instructors, Humana Rep. Juan Beraldi who is originally from Venezuela, and Donelson Station member Alicia Gaitiani from Argentina. They have graciously offered to teach these classes FREE of charge.

The only requirement is that you buy your own text book either online or at a book store, Spanish Essentials for Dummies which retails for around $10.

Learn basic words, common phrases and proper grammar usage. You will also be practicing conversational Spanish once you have learned the basics. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.

Mah Jong Anyone?

Come join in on the fun and learn the tile game Mah Jong with other members. The Monday group plays American Mah Jong at 12 pm and needs players. If you are interested contact Fran Cosentino at 845 -551-5573.

Hong Kong players are also welcome to join on Thursdays at 10 am. Come and just watch the group play to see if you are interested.

MARCH TRIPS AND EVENTS ***TO SIGN UP FOR A CLASS, CALL OR COME BY THE CENTER. PAYMENT IS EXPECTED AT REGISTRATION AND CAN BE TAKEN OVER THE PHONE WITH A CREDIT CARD***

Victory Over Crime “Scams Presentation”-Mon., March 4 at 10 am.

FiftyForward’s Victory Over Crime will share the newest scams exploiting seniors and what the warning signals are. Too many seniors are affected by these scammers and get armed with knowledge. This is FREE. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

Tech Help-Tues., March. 5 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 one-on-one help. Make a 30-minute appointment by phone or in person.

Garden Club-Tues., March. 5 from 10 am Meet with a Master Gardner and begin planning for Donelson Station’s gardens. The small but mighty group needs your help!

NPL Computer Classes-Wed., March 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 2 pm. Nashville Public Library Computer Instructor, Danny Oliver, will teach four different classes each Wednesday in March starting March 6 at 2pm. See class descriptions inside the Depot. There are only 10 spots available in each class so sign up quickly with a staff member or volunteer.

Nutrition Program –Starts Thurs., March 7 at 10 am. This is an 8-week program presented from the UT Extension Office. They offer a senior program called “Eating Smart and Moving More” with a FREE incentive at the end. Learn how to cook smarter, eat healthier and save money. This is FREE to all members and will end on April 25. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

“The Art of Having Difficult Conversations”-Thurs., March 7 at 11 am. Learn about “The Art of Having Difficult Conversations: Grieving and Growing into New Relationships” presented by Melissa Burton, LCSW. You will explore how to create awareness of each other’s vulnerabilities as you navigate the shift of power between parent and child. There will be opportunities for oneon-one conversations at the end. Don’t miss it! Sign up with staff or a volunteer. This is FREE! DNA Cancer Screening– Mon., March 11 and Wed., March 27 from 9 am until 2:30 pm. If you have a Red, White and Blue Medicare card, then you qualify for a FREE DNA cancer swab test from Ancillary Research Solutions. Medicare will only pay for this for a limited time, so take advantage of this now. No appointment needed for either day. Just stop by their table in the hall!

New Member Meet and Greet-Mon., March 11 at 10 am. New members are invited to our quarterly Meet and Greet. This is a great way to meet other new members and learn about programs. Meet staff, some of our Advisory Council members and class instructors. Enjoy light refreshments and bring any questions you have regarding your membership and our center. We are a thriving center and each member is very important to us. RSVP to staff or a volunteer.

Summit Audiology- Tues., March. 12 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.

“All of Us” Lunch & Learn-Tues., March 12 at 11:30 am. FiftyForward is excited to announce another All of Us Research Program lunch & learn presentation in partnership with Vanderbilt Health. Learn about the exciting efforts to establish diverse community relationships and about 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 why YOU should join!

The All of Us Research Program launched last year from the National Institutes of Health and seeks to enroll one million people from diverse backgrounds to speed up medical breakthroughs.

Come learn how you can become One in a Million. This is a FREE presentation and lunch will be provided by FiftyForward. Please sign up with staff or a volunteer.

TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED...

“Look-In” With TPAC– Tues., March 12. This is such a fun event. Get a “Look -In” into TPAC’s Shakespeare In Love at the TN Reparatory Theatre. Walk into the private world of rehearsal and learn about the creative process of the director, set designer and costume designer. View a “snippet” of the rehearsal performance as it is being shaped. Enjoy FREE hors d’oeuvres and drinks too.

The cost is $5 for the bus. Leave the center at 5:30 pm. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

Walgreens Health Presentation-Wed., March 13 at 2 pm. This month the Walgreen’s pharmacist will discuss Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Dementia refers to a group of symptoms that together affect the memory, normal thinking, communicating and reasoning ability of a person. These symptoms make it difficult to perform daily tasks such as bathing and eating.

Alzheimer's disease is the main cause of dementia. Dementia can't be cured, but there are medications to manage the symptoms. Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and causes of both. This is a FREE presentation. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.

Meditation Presentation-Thurs., March 14 at 1 pm. Osha Ray, a certified meditation instructor, will teach you how to properly meditate and reap the benefits by reducing anxiety, stress and pain. Increase your sleep, happiness and awareness by following her meditation process. This first session is FREE and will be followed by four more sessions (3/21, 3/28, 4/4 &4/11) at $10/class. Sign up with a volunteer or staff person.

A Seat at the Table-Thurs., March 14 at 6 pm. We are inviting eight members to join us at “A Seat at the Table” with members from The Faith and Culture Center who practice Islam.

This is a great way to have a meal with a diverse group and talk about preconceived notions about Muslims. The FCC caters the meal and facilitates the conversation. If you have participated before, please let other members sign up. This is FREE and only happens annually so be sure if you sign up that you SHOW up! Sign up with a volunteer or staff.

Scrap Crafting-Fri., March 15 at 1 pm. Avid crafter, Toni Beard, will supply creative reuse crafting supplies for all who join her in making scrap crafts. If you have a shoebox or small cardboard box, bring that with you. This is just a fun way to use your creative mind. The cost is $5. Sign up with volunteer/staff.

Canvas Painting With Kara-Mon., March. 18 at 2 pm. Paint your own Valentine’s canvas with artist Kara Williamson. Kara will give you step-by-step instructions. Kara is a locally based, well-known portrait artist. The cost is $25 and includes all supplies. Sign up with staff or volunteer. (See inside this newsletter for the picture of what you will be painting).

Elephant Sanctuary Presentation-Tues., March 19 at 10 am.

Education is a very important part of the Sanctuary’s mission.

Roseanne from the Sanctuary will teach you about the respect for wildlife while learning about the crisis facing Asian and African elephants in captivity and the wild. Learn more about this organization and all the great things to do. This is FREE! Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.

Center Luncheon –Wed., March 20 at 11 am. Award winning fingerstyle guitarist Lance Allen along with Kevin Hayes will be here to play music from the 60’s and 70’s including songs from the Eagles and James Taylor. We will have a delicious lunch served by The Donelson Café. The cost is $8. Sign up with staff/volunteer.

Phillipino Cooking With Lorna-Wed., March 20 at 2 pm. Enjoy a Filipino-American cooking demonstration with member Lorna Young. Learn how to make her fabulous adobo chicken and fried rice. She will show you step-by-step, and you even get to eat the finished product and receive the recipe. The cost is $6. Sign up with staff or a volunteer.

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….

Meditation classes are on Tuesdays at 9:30 am. (This was formerly chair yoga).  Book Club meets Monday, Eleanor Oliphant by Gail HOneyman. nd  Summit Audiology is here on the 2 Tuesday each month at 11:15 to offer FREE hearing exams.  Chess Club meets on Tuesdays at 1 pm. All are welcome— beginners and experienced!  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 will NOW meet on Wednesdays at 8:15 am at the Kohl’s Trailhead. If it’s too cold, the group meets at Opry Mills in front of the Rain Forest Café.  Rummikub is on Wednesdays at 1:30 pm. New players are 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 2nd and 3rd Tuesday at 10 am & 11 am.

Grief and Loss Group meets the 1st Sunday at 2 pm at St. Phillips’ Church, 85 Fairway Dr. They play cards the 4th Thursday at Donelson Station at 9:30 am.  Members with a March Birthday are invited to join us for cake on Thursday, March 28 at 1 pm sponsored by Senior Helpers and Wilson Bank and Trust. 

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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 $1 and $1 per game! Wow! th  Bible Study meets the 4 Friday of the month at 10 am. ******************************************************************** Exercise Classes for All Levels and Abilities Symbols are used on 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.

FREE Computer Classes Wednesdays at 2 pm starting March 6 The Nashville Public Library’s Computer instructor will be offering the following 4 FREE classes:

Thank you so much to everyone who came out and volunteered this past month! We have new volunteers at our Welcome Desk so please stop by to introduce yourself and say hello! We also have new volunteers that will be working at our Bargain Basement so mark your calendar’s for April 13th and be ready to shop till you drop.

Please stop by the new Membership Connect Board in the Social Hall to share recipes, become a Sunny Senior pen pal or take a stab at this month’s trivia question.

Make sure to mark your calendars for March 5th at 10:00 am as we welcome a guest gardener from Metro Nashville Community Gardens that will be helping us plan the landscaping for our building.

You all are AMAZING!!

Kelly, Office/Volunteer Manager

Canvas Painting Class Mon., March 18 at 2 pm

Paint this beautiful lighthouse picture on canvas with professional artist, Kara Williamson.

Kara will teach you stepby-step how to easily paint this picture. You do not have to have any art experience.

Everyone is welcome. The cost is $25 and includes all of your supplies. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.

March 6-Getting Started iPad preinstalled apps This class will take a look at a few of the apps that come preinstalled on the iPad tablet. We will practice using apps like the calendar, contacts, camera, photos and others with time permitting. iPads will be supplied for use by NPL. March 13-Getting Started with Social Media This class you will take a look at a few of the different types of social media such as Facebook, YouTube and Pinterest. Using Facebook we will learn about navigating the app, profiles and privacy settings. It is recommended that you have your Facebook account and password when you come to class. However, do not let that stop you from coming should you want to come and learn. You just may not be able to do some of the functions.

March 20-Library Resources–Part 1 Using a library supplied device, learn about using library apps to check out and read books and also to listen to free music. Time permitting we will explore other library databases allowing to explore areas of personal interest. If you are a Davidson county resident and do not have a library card the instructor can help you get a Nashville Public Library card at this class.

March 27-Library Resources–Part 2 Using a library supplied device, learn about available free movies and magazines. This class will explore the Hoopla and RBDigital apps. Using your Nashville Public Library card you can watch free movies and also download free magazines.

Learn the steps to use these resources.

Classes begin promptly at 2 pm and last 75 min.

Classes are limited to 10 students per class.

Library iPads will be available to use for class only.

Sign up with a volunteer or staff member.

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.

Classes may restart before Metro reopens schools as long as the roads and our facility are safe. Staff and member safety is most important.

Call before driving to the Center 615-883-8375.

March 2019 Monday

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Saturday/Sunday

1 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 Sing-Along Choir 2 pm Bowling

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4 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 10 am Victory Over CrimeScam Presentation 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games

5 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10 am Tech Help 10 am Garden Club Meeting 1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers

6 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 12:30 pm Bingo with UnitedHealthcare 1:30 Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class –iPad Apps

7 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Nutrition Program 11 am Difficult Conversations Presentation

8 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 Sing-Along Choir

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11 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9 am DNA Cancer Screenings 10 am New Member Meet-NGreet 11 am Program Committee 12 pm American Mah Jng 1 pm Brain Games

12 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10 am Digital Camera Club (2nd Tues.)

11:15 am Summit Audiology (by appt.)

11:30 am All of Us Lunch & Learn 1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers 5:30 Look-In Trip

13 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9 am Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by The Waterford in Hermitage 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Social Media 2 pm Walgreens Nutrition Presentation on Alzheimer’s and Dementia

14 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Nutrition Program 1 pm Meditation with Osha Ray (FREE First Class) 6 pm A Seat at the Table

15 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10:30 am Sing-Along Choir performing at Bristol Terrace in Donelson 1 pm Scrap Crafting 2 pm Bowling

16 9 am Jewelry Sign ups 7 pm Jennifer Bruce Concert

18 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 2 pm Canvas Painting

19 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 9:30-4:30 pm Return of Wills and POA with Attorney April Jackson (by Appt.)

10 am Bridge 10 am Elephant Sanctuary Presentation 10 am Computer Club (3rd Tues.)

11 am IPad/Tablet Group (3rd Tues.)

1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers

20 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9 am Art Workshop 11 am Center Luncheon 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Groogan Ins 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Library Resources Part 1 2 pm Filipino Cooking with Lorna Young

21 9:30 am Meditation (1st Class) 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Nutrition Program 10:45 Mystery Lunch 1 pm Flu and Pneumonia Presentation by Cigna HealthSpring 1 pm Meditation w/Osha Ray ($10)

22 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10:30 Bible Study 11 am Sing Along Choir

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25 9 am-3 pm FREE Pedicures at The Nail Spot (located across the street at 113 Donelson Pike 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 10:30 am Book Club 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 5:15 pm Taste of Donelson Trip

26 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10am - 12:30 pm “All of Us” Enrollments 10:45 am Lunchbunch to 312 Pizza 1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers 6:45 pm Meet at Los Chilaquiles for Trivia

27 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9 am Art Workshop 9 am DNA Cancer Screenings 10 am Name That Tune with Humana 11 am NPT “Aging Matters: Legal Help” 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Shipley’s 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Library Resources Part 2

28 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Basics of Medicare 10 am Nutrition Program 11:30 Advisory Council 1 pm Birthday Party 1 pm Spanish 101 (1st Class) 1 pm Meditation w/Osha Ray ($10) 5 pm Supper Club to Maggiano’s 7 pm Sister Act

29 9 am-1 pm AARP Tax Service 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10:30 Bible Study 11 am Sing Along Choir

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7 pm Sister Act 2 pm Sister Act

7 pm Sister Act

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 11 am Beg. Line Dancing (6 weeks) 5:15 pm Yoga

Thursdays 8:15 am 11 am Arthritis Foundation Class 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 3 pm Beginners Strength Class

Fridays 7:45 am Yoga With Richard 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics

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Saturdays 9 am Adv. Strength Training

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