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Senior Prom Friday, May 18 from 7-9 pm Get your dancing shoes out! We are going back in time rockin’ to music from the 70’s, an era that was about love and peace. Come dressed up in your version of 70’s attire. This was such a fun event last year. Hors d’oeuvres will be served by The Donelson Café. You may BYOB. We will have soft drinks available. Everyone is welcome. Invite your friends and family. The cost is $10 and includes your food and soft drinks. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member.
Don’t miss out on the fun!
Walgreens Health Presentation Wednesday, May 9 at 2 pm Walgreens has just received the NEW Shingles shot (Shingrix), which is two shots and more effective than the old shingles shot (Zostavax). As most of us already know, shingles can be very debilitating and can reoccur over and over again. Anyone who has ever had chicken pox can get shingles. Important facts: 3 in 1 people will get shingles in their lifetime, this shingles shot is more effective than the previous shot, it is covered by most insurance plans (including Medicare part D), and it is recommended to all people age 50 and over. Come and learn more about this on May 9 at 2 pm. If you are interested in receiving the shots, you can sign up for an appointment and leave a copy of your insurance card. Walgreens will be back on May 23 and June 13 at 2 pm to administer the shots.
Will Drafting/Powers of Attorney Appointments Attorney April Jackson with Graceful Aging Legal Services, PLLC is providing simple wills and powers of attorney for healthcare and finances for Donelson Station members on May 24 from 9:15 until 3:30 pm. The cost is based upon which services you choose and your monthly household income. You MUST fill out a an Estate Planning Questionnaire and Representation Agreement and return it with your payment no later than May 11 or your appointment will be given to the next person on the waiting list. You will pick up and sign your completed documents on June 28 at the same time as your appointment time on May 24. You will need to have two witnesses and a photo ID to the signing. Cost ranges from $40-$120 for Wills and $10-$30 for powers of attorney. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. A list of income ranges will be available to determine your cost. 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.
CENTER MEMBERSHIP
OTHER SERVICES DONELSON CAFÉ
FiftyForward Donelson Station is one of five lifelong learning centers in Davidson County and two in Open M-F 10:30 am-2 pm Williamson County. These centers offer various Daily homemade specials! Enjoy different entrée programs, classes and events monthly as well as and sides, deli sandwiches, fresh salads and access to the center amenities. soups served daily. Catering services also Membership is $120 annually or $10 via available. Call 615-812-3802 for pricing. monthly bank draft. We also accept Silver&Fit® and Silver Sneakers® reimbursement through some Medicare supplement plans. Check to see if LADIES AND GENTS SALON you’re eligible. FULL SERVICE HAIR/NAIL SALON & BARBER Haircuts Membership at Donelson Station also allows you Color and Highlights to access most of the other FiftyForward centers. Waxing Services Look for the Forward Focus paper in the center or Manicures/Pedicures www.fiftyforward.org for other centers’ information. Perms IN OUR FACILITY… Shaves Stylists’ Phone Numbers: Three Fitness Rooms Eva 615-406-6583 Thom 615-337-4252 Cardio Room-Treadmills, elliptical, stationary Tonya 615-579-0108 Gwen 615-243-5371 bikes, weights, TV and music. Iva 615-593-7602 Resistance Training-Stationary weight machine, Discounts to FiftyForward members! single station equipment. Recycling—Money for your Center! Strength Training-TRX bands, bosu balls, Recycle newspaper, magazines and copy paper dumbbells, resistance training in the bins at the railroad side of the building. bands, and more.
Pool Room Three pool tables, cues and balls. Monthly pool tournaments, too!
Computer Lounge Check your email and Facebook on the four PCs available to members only. Big screen TV, too!
SOCIAL HALL
Cell Phones—Money for your Center! Bring in your old cell phones to be recycled. Lions Club—Glasses for someone else! Recycle reusable prescription eye glasses in the yellow bin located on the front porch.
Second Harvest Donations for the needy Non-perishable foods needed to help others.
Enjoy coffee with friends. Play cards, Bingo on Call Reassurance for the Homebound Wednesdays or tailgate Fridays. Vending machines Do you know an older adult who would like to get and kitchenette available. weekly calls to check on them? Please let staff RENTAL SPACE know. This is for anyone, not just members. Having a party? Need a venue? We rent the
Many thanks to our sponsors: Charlie Cardwell Metro Trustee
Center Director Notes…
Our Staff:
Dear Friends:
Center Director Angela Bryan abryan@fiftyforward.org
Thank you to everyone who helped make our Pancake Breakfast and Plant Sale a wonderful success! Through the breakfast, plants and Bargain Basement, we raised almost $1200. Thanks especially to the volunteers who helped out where needed.
Program Director Lisa Maddox lmaddox@fiftyforward.org
We are currently searching for a new Office/Volunteer Manager after Jessica left for another opportunity. If you know someone who might be interested, please direct him/her to the FiftyForward website for the job description and application process.
SCA Administrator Jamie London jlondon@fiftyforward.org Travel Coordinator Janice Judd jjudd@fiftyforward.org
Emily Conder is doing a fabulous job as the Office Assistant. If you are here in the afternoon, please stop by to say hello. I hope to be making some improvements to the center in the next few months. Please be patient as we may have to close off certain areas for limited times. The Advisory Council is looking for new members. If you are interested in serving and helping the staff continue to make our center great, please let me know. Strong leadership is needed and your input is appreciated!
Office Assistants Emily Conder econder@fiftyforward.org
Be on the lookout for our annual Membership Survey. It will be emailed to you and available at the center in print form. This is a great way for your voice to be heard. Please let me know if you have any questions.
John Martin (Saturday ) jmartin@fiftyforward.org
Sincerely,
Center Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-6:30 pm Friday 7:30 am-5 pm Note: Office Opens at 8 am Mon.-Fri.
Angela Bryan
Program Director Notes…. Hi Gang! Please join us on Friday, May 18 for our Senior Prom. I promise you that you will have a great time dancing the night away to some 70’s music and spending time with friends. This is such a great way to meet other members, too. Bring your friends and family. Please let me know if you have any groovy décor and would like to help us decorate! I want to thank Richard Lollar, our Yoga instructor, who has volunteered to help me out with driving some of my trips. We are short staffed so he is very appreciated.
Saturday 9 am-1 pm 615-883-8375 I always love to hear your trip suggestions, so please stop by my www.fiftyforward.org office and share your ideas with me. Lisa Maddox Program Director
FiftyForward Travel 2018 Call Janice at 615-231-1235 or email jjudd@fiftyforward.org or visit Diamond Tours at www.grouptrips.com/fiftyforwardtravel May 17-19 “Hot Springs Getaway” Enjoy a relaxing riverboat sunset dinner/dance cruise, a trip to University of Arkansas’ botanical gardens, a dinner theatre and a deluxe spa! June 18-23 OR July 30-Aug 4 Niagara Falls & Toronto Get up close and personal with the famous falls via guided tours and the Hornblower Niagara Cruise. See Toronto and play at Fallsview Casino with a nighttime view of the Falls. ♦ July 20-21 Mystery Tour It’s a Mystery! ♦ July 24-25 Tunica Trip Visit Roadhouse Casino for $25 with free play, dinner and a stay overnight at Ford Strike. Visit Fitzgerald’s with $5 free play and lunch! ♦ Aug. 9-19 The Canadian Island Trip Tour the island of Coudrés, Montréal and Quebéc; go whale watching and visit the St. Anne De Beaupre Shrine. ♦ Sept. 2-12 Alaska Cruise Tour See breathtaking Anchorage, Mt. McKinley, Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay National Park, Vancouver, B.C. and much more of this beautiful area! ♦ Oct. 6-14 Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard & Plymouth Experience 17th century historic Plymouth, the Cape Cod Windmills, the Outercape, JFK Museum and so much more! ♦ Nov. 12-16 New Orleans Visit the French Quarter and the National WW II Museum and cruise the mighty Mississippi on a riverboat! View float building for Mardi Gras up close. ♦ Dec 3-7 Branson Holiday Show Extravaganza See seven fabulous Branson shows and ride the Branson Belle Showboat! Tropicana Casino Trips: May 15, July 12, Sept. 20 and Nov. 8. $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers includes lunch and a $10 voucher for slot play. 2019 Ireland, Iceland and Scotland May 6-16, 2020 Oberammergau-More information will be announced soon.
Medicare Appointments
Senior Brain Games- “Trivia Fun” Mondays from 2-3 pm
Curious about comparing your Medicare plans Several members have enjoyed playing trivia to see if you can save some money? Make an games on Mondays and would love to have appointment to meet with Program Director more people join in on the fun. Lisa Maddox and Volunteer Charles Wilcox on Thursday, May 17 between 10 am and 12 pm. The TN Senior Brain Games will They will use the TN State Health Insurance be starting soon, and it would Program’s online program to help determine be great to have a team of three which plan is right for you. to four people represent Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Donelson Station. Affordable Pharmacy Thursday, May 3 Affordable Pharmacy, located at 3139 Lebanon Pike in Donelson, is offering the first 10 people who sign up before May 3 FREE cholesterol checks. You MUST sign up with a staff member or volunteer. You can go to the pharmacy on May 3 between the hours of 11 am until 6 pm. They will have your name on file. You do not have to fast before this test.
The first level of competition will be in August at the greater Nashville district play-offs against other senior centers within our 13 counties. The winning team will advance to the Grand Middle Region play-offs. The team that wins the Grand Middle will advance to the STATE PLAYOFFS!!! (More details to come). If you are interested in being on the team, let our staff know, or just play for fun on Mondays!
Contact Us Senior Center for the Arts 615-883-8375
“Annie” June 14-30
Jamie London
“Annie” is based on the popular Harold Gray comic strip “Little SCA Administrator Orphan Annie.” Music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin and book by Thomas Meehan. Annie and friends are ever trying to 615-231-1231 escape the mean Miss Hannigan and the orphanage. Annie soon jlondon@fiftyforward.org finds herself in the company of a lovable dog named Sandy, and www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org wealthy benefactor, Daddy Warbucks. Along the way she encounters luxury, danger and adoption. This show is filled with favorite songs, little girls and lots of fun! Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sundays at Named by the Nashville Business Journal as the 2 pm. Enjoy dinner and show for $30. Show only options are also third most highly attended available as is a salmon upgrade and veggie only meal. theater in Nashville! Call 615-883-8375 and ask about group pricing for 15 or more.
Tickets available at www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org
Located inside FiftyForward Donelson Station.
Senior Center for The Arts at The Larry Keeton Theatre
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, delft clay casting, chain maille and many 1-2 day workshops. Discounted prices range from $10 to $25 per class to FiftyForward members. Rock and gem meeting at 3 pm on the 3rd Sunday. Everyone is welcome! For more information on classes visit www.mtgms.org.
FIFTYFORWARD CARE TEAM The Care Team provides older adults and caregivers access to services. You or your loved one will benefit from: A personalized, comprehensive needs assessment Development of a plan of care Guidance and advocacy to access services Monitoring of care Call 615-743-3416 for info. A social worker will contact you within 24 hours.
Care Manager Emily Eriamiatoe is available at FiftyForward Donelson Station on Mondays from 9 am-noon. No appointment needed.
Art Classes We will have two one-day art classes this month. Kara Williamson, who specializes in portrait drawing, will be teaching both classes. Our first two-hour class will be a canvas painting class on Monday May 14 from 3 pm–5 pm. Kara will teach you each step in this painting process. We will have a sample of the finished product in the front lobby. This class is $25 and includes all materials. Kara will also teach a self portrait painting class on Monday, May 21 from 3 pm - 5 pm. You will need to bring a mirror, sketch pad, pencils and erasers with you. The cost for this class is only $10. You do not need to have any artistic ability to do either of these classes. Sign up with a staff or volunteer.
All of Us Research Program
National Launch Sunday, May 6 from 2-5 pm There is still room on the bus to travel to FiftyForward Madison Station for the National Launch of the new All of Us Research Program! This FREE, fun-filled day will feature Lelan Statom as emcee, food trucks, outdoor entertainment, vendors, free food for members and door prizes! A speakers’ program will also take place at 3 p.m. inside and will be live streamed on the internet! Donelson Station members can attend via our bus for FREE! We will leave Donelson Station at 1:30 pm. Learn about this innovated program that will change the face of healthcare!!
Pet Community Center Saturday, May 12 from 9 am-1 pm The Pet Community Center’s mobile unit will be in our upper parking lot offering convenient and lowcost services for your pets. Take advantage of vaccinations and flea/tick preventative for cats and dogs as well as microchips and heartworm tests. You will only pay $15 per vaccine for the following: rabies vaccine (both cats and dogs), Canine Distemper/Parvo vaccines, Canine Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccine, feline FVRCP (upper respiratory/”feline distemper”). Microchips are $15 and include FREE lifetime registration. Heartworm tests are $15 and with results in 10 minutes. Flea/ tick preventatives range from $6-$10 per monthly dose depending your pet’s weight. No appointment needed. It is first come first serve. If you have further questions, call them directly at 615-512-5001.
Revised 2018 Book Club Schedule 5/21 The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls 6/25 The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead 7/23 Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng 8/27 Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly
9/24 An American Marriage by Tayari Jones 10/22 Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult 11/26 Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay December meeting TBD. All interested book lovers are welcome!!
MAY 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*** Tech Help-Tues., May 1 from 10 am-12 pm. Volunteer Cheryl Harris helps members with their tech devices. Only four appointments are available, so if you sign up, please show up. Bring your laptop, iPad, tablet, iPhone or Android device with you to receive one-on-one help. Make a 30-minute appointment over the phone or in person. This is a FREE service for members. Brains and Balance Class-Wed., May 2 at 11 am. Angie Rixham, McKendree Village fitness instructor, will teach her Brains and Balance class this month and let us know if it will continue after this class. Studies have shown that when you increase cognitive ability, it increases your balance; and when you increase balance, it increases your cognitive ability. We also know that we should train our brain just like we train our muscles with progressive resistance and overload. This FREE class will alternate between brain drills and balance activities and is for anybody who is interested.
Affordable Pharmacy –Thurs., May 3 from 11 am until 6 pm. Affordable Pharmacy is offering the first 10 people who sign up FREE cholesterol checks at their pharmacy located at 3139 Lebanon Pike in Donelson. Our staff and volunteers will be keeping a list of those who sign up and sending that to the Pharmacist. This offer is only good on May 3 between 11 am and 6 pm and only if you are on the sign up list. You do not have to fast for this check. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer before May 3. All of US Research Program National Launch-Sun., May 6 from 2-5 pm FiftyForward and Nashville, along with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, have been chosen as a National Launch site for the new All of Us Research Program! Our event will be held at Fifty Forward Madison Station, along with six other cities across America. Lelan Statom will emcee the festivities which will consist of food trucks, outdoor entertainment, vendors, food and door prizes! A speakers’ program will also take place at 3 p.m. inside and will be live streamed on the web! Donelson Station members can attend via our bus for FREE! We will leave Donelson Station at 1:30pm. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. AssureSource “New to Medicare” Workshop- Wed., May 9 from 10 am until 12 pm. This FREE complimentary Medicare educational workshop with no pressure to buy anything. Medicare options can be confusing and AssureSource can answer questions you may have. AssureSource’s independent agents and advisors strive to find affordable benefits for clients. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Walgreen’s “Shingles Shot” FREE Health Presentation-Wed., May 9 at 2 pm. Learn about the NEW shingles shots and why it is so important for those 50 and older to receive one. You will also be able to sign up to get these shots after the presentation. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Consignment Shopping and Lunch-Fri., May 11. Our first stop will be Treasures Consignment in Donelson owned by our Chef Kevin from the Donelson Café. We will then have lunch at Nectar Urban Cantina, a great locally owned Tex Mex restaurant. Our next stop will be to the Gas Lamp Antiques and the Gas Lamp Too where you will be able to browse through over a hundred booths. The cost for the bus is $6. Leave the center at 10 am. Pet Community Center-Sat., May 12 from 9 am-1 pm. The Pet Community Center Mobile Unit will be in our parking lot providing you with low cost vaccinations for your dog or cat, microchips, heartworm tests and flea and tick preventatives. No appointment necessary. Metro Nashville Chorus (Sweet Adelines)-Sat., May 12 at 7:30 pm See the award-winning four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style right here in The Larry Keeton Theatre! Advance tickets are available through a staff or volunteer for $12 in advance or $15 at the door. BYOB and food!
TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED... Painting Canvas Class-Mon., May 14 at 3 pm. Kara Williamson, a very talented local portrait artist, will teach you how to paint step-by-step a beautiful picture on canvas. Members have enjoyed doing this and are always amazed at their finished product. A sample of the picture you will be painting will be in the front lobby. The cost for the canvas and all supplies is $25. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. Mystery Lunch-Tues., May 15. Join us as we head to an undisclosed location for a delicious lunch. This is always a “surprise” and fills up quickly. The cost is $6 for the bus. Leave the center at 10:45 am. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Humana Nutrition Event-Wed., May 16 at 9:45 am. Are you struggling with healthy eating, exercising or reducing stress? Making a healthy change isn’t simple, but Humana’s rep, Juan Beraldi is here to help with 7 simple steps for making a healthy change. This is a FREE event. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
Sno Cone Karaoke with United Health Care –Wed., May 16 at 1:45 pm. Join UnitedHealthcare for a fun event making snow cones and singing karaoke. This is FREE! Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Medicare Appointments-Thurs., May 17 from 10 am until 12 pm. Lisa Maddox and volunteer Charles Wilcox have been taking classes with the TN SHIP Program and are now able to help members with their plans and basic knowledge of Medicare. If you would like to do a plan comparison to see which plan would be your best fit or have basic questions about Medicare, sign up for a FREE appointment with a staff member or volunteer. Music For Seniors-Thurs., May 17 at 3 pm. Donelson Station will be the host for the next Music For Senior’s FREE performance starring the R&B, Soul and Jazz Richard Griffin Quartet. Space is limited because this is open to all centers so sign up quickly with staff or volunteer.
Tour and Lunch at Mt. Olivet Cemetery-Fri., May 18. Join us for a tour and learn the history of Mt. Olivet Cemetery. This 206 acre Cemetery was established by Adrian Van Sinderen Lindsley and John Buddeke in 1856.[ It was modeled after the Mount Auburn Cemetery and is very rich in history and burials. We will also be having a FREE lunch after the tour. Leave the center at 10:45 am. The cost for the bus is $5. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer in person or via phone. Senior Prom-Fri., May 18 at 7 pm. Break out your 70’s attire and join us for a great night of music, fellowship and dancing to some oldies but goodies. Hors d’oeuvres will be served by the Donelson Café. Bring your own special drink, and we will provide the soft drinks. The cost is $10 per person. Everyone is invited! Bring your friends and family. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Pop-up Portrait Painting Class-Mon., May 21 at 3 pm. Kara Williamson (who specializes in portrait drawing) will be teaching you how to draw a self portrait. Bring a mirror to work from, sketch pad, pencils and erasers. The cost is only $10. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member. FREE Risk Assessments-Tues., May 22 from 8 am until 12 pm. Make an appointment to see a licensed physical therapist from Rehab ETC where he will perform a complimentary screening and determine the most effective treatment for your condition. Here are a few conditions they can treat: chronic pain, back pain, TMJ, muscle tendonitis, neck pain, plantar fasciitis, headaches, rotator cuff impingement, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel, sciatica and muscle strains. Appointments can be made with a staff member or volunteer.
Important Class/Event Information-Please READ!!!! New Information and Something for Everyone…. Brains and Balance exercise class meets Wed., May 2 at 11am. Chess Club will meet on Tuesdays at 1 pm. All are welcome! Computer Classes are on are NOT meeting this month. Weight Watchers meets on Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm. Book Club meets May 21 at 10:30 am to discuss “ The Glass Castle” by Jeanette Walls. Texas Hold ‘Em is on Tuesdays at 4 pm. We NEED players! rd Pool tournaments will be held on the 3 Tuesday of each month at 9:30 am. Mah Jong meets Thursdays at 10 am and can take a few more players. Let a staff or volunteer know if you are interested in learning this fun game. 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. Tech Help is on Tuesday May 1 by appointment only. Bring your electronic device with you for FREE help. rd Summit Audiology will be here the 3 Wednesday of every month. All hearing tests are FREE! Make an appointment today for May 16 starting at 1:15 pm. 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 an May Birthday are invited to join us for cake on Thursday, May 24 at 1 pm sponsored by Senior Helpers and Wilson Bank and Trust.
Tailgating Share snacks with the aerobics group Fridays after class! 9:30 am. Sing-Along Choir meets Fridays at 11 am. Have fun singing old songs and hymns. Travel to assisted living centers to bring a little joy. Just show up and sing! 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 Intensity Levels and Abilities Low—Low or no impact exercise. Great for beginners or those with mobility issues. Low Impact Aerobics on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:45 am Arthritis Foundation Class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am—seated class Qi Gong Class on Mondays at 9:45 am—great for improving balance. Tai Chi on Tuesdays at 1:30 pm—great for improving balance. Chair Yoga on Fridays at 10 am Moderate—You will breathe harder but can still carry on a conversation. You may sweat. Zumba Gold on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:15 pm. Beginner’s Strength Training on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm. Yoga with Richard on Wednesdays at 7:45 am Line Dancing on Wednesdays at 9:30 am. Walking Club on Fridays at 8:15 am—good for all levels; walkers choose the intensity High—Breathing becomes more rapid making it difficult to talk. You will sweat. Advance Strength Training on Tuesdays/Thursdays at 8:15 am or Saturdays at 9:15 am. 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.
MAY TRIPS AND EVENTS CONTINUED……… Nash Trash Tour Bus-Thurs., May 24. If you have never ridden this bus with the Jugg sisters, this is a must! Hop on the Big Pink Bus as Sheri Lynn and Brenda Kay Jugg dish the old stories on your favorite polyester, double-knit, sequined country music legends. You'll ride past storied institutions like the Ryman Auditorium, stop for souvenirs at the Country Music Hall of Fame, then take a quick spin on legendary Music Row before returning to the Farmer’s Market. The cost for the bus and tour is $40. We will leave the center at 10:15 am. Please note, this is NOT for the easily offended!
Supper Club-Thurs., May 24. Volunteer, Amanda, is headed to Edley’s BBQ in East Nashville. Enjoy shrimp, brisket, and catfish tacos, fried pickles, BBW nachos and so much more! Dinner cost ranges from $7-$12, depending on your order. Leave the center at 5 pm. The cost for the bus is $7. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Nashville Flea Market-Fri., May 25. The Nashville Flea Market at The Fairgrounds Nashville is considered one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Approximately 800 to 1200 dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public every month. There are a few places to have lunch located on the Fairgrounds, which will be on your own time. We will leave the center at 9:45 am. The cost for the bus is $5. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. NPT’s Aging Matters Screening “Loneliness & Isolation”-Wed., May 30. Research has shown that social isolation and loneliness can be as dangerous to your health as smoking or obesity. The next edition of Aging Matters will explore how growing older can be an isolating experience and the difference between isolation and FEELING isolated or lonely. This is a FREE screening and includes lunch. No bus fee. Leave the center at 10:30 am. Lunchbunch-Thurs., March 31. The lunchbunch gang is headed to Milk and Honey in The Gulch. This eclectic restaurant has tons of salads, deli board sandwiches, and lots of appetizers to choose from. Leave the center at 10:45 am. The cost for the bus is $6.
*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 if 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. 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.
May 2018 Monday
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1 9 am Advanced Spanish Class 9 am Beginners Art Class (1st Class) 10 am Bridge (beginners welcome) 10 am Tech Help 1 pm Chess Club 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
2 9 am Art Workshop 11 am Brains and Balance Class 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by McKendree Village
3 9 am Advanced Spanish Class 10 am Mah Jong 11 am-6pm Cholesterol Checks at Affordable Pharmacy (MUST BE SIGNED UP)
4 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 am Sing Along Group 2 pm Bowling
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8 9 am Beginners Art Class 10 am Bridge (beginners welcome) 10 am Digital Camera Club (2nd Tues.) 1 pm Chess Club 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
9 9 am Art Workshop 10 am New to Medicare Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Wilson Bank & Trust 2 pm Walgreens Health Presentation
10 10 am Mah Jong 10:30 am Red Hat Trip
11 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10 am Consignment Shopping 11 am Sing Along Group
12 9 am-1pm Pet Community Center
14 11 am Program Committee 2 pm Senior Brain Games/ Trivia 3 pm Canvas Painting Class with Kara
15 9 am Beginners Art Class 9:30 am Pool Tournament (3rd Tues.) 10 am Bridge (beginners welcome) 10 am Computer Club (3rd Tues.) 10:45 am Mystery Lunch 11 am IPad/Tablet Group (3rd Tues.) 1 pm Chess Club 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
16 9 am Art Workshop 9:45 am Humana Nutrition Event 12:30 pm Bingo-Sponsored by UnitedHealthcare 1:15 pm Summit Audiology 1:45 pm Sno Cone Karaoke with UnitedHealthcare
17 10 am Mah Jong 10am-12 pm Medicare Appts. 3 pm Music For Seniors
18 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10:30 am Sing Along Group to Charter Senior Living in Hermitage 10:45 am Mt. Olivet Tour 2 pm Bowling 7 pm Senior Prom
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21 10:30 am Book Club 2 pm Senior Brain Games/ Trivia 6 pm Aging Mastery Program (AMP) 3 pm Pop-up Portrait Painting class with Kara
22 8 am Risk Assessments (appt. required) 9 am Beginners Art Class 10 am Bridge 1 pm Chess Club 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers 6 pm “A More Positive You” Support Grp.
23 9 am Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehab 2 pm Shingles Shots with Walgreens
24 9:15-3:30 pm Appointments for Wills/ Powers of Attorney 9:30 am Grief & Loss Group Cards 10 am Mah Jong 10:15 am Nash Trash Tour Bus Trip 1 pm May Birthday Party 5 pm Supper Club
25 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10 am Bible Study 10 am Nashville Flea Market Trip 11 am Sing Along Group
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29 Keeton Kids Camp 9 am Art Class 10 am Bridge 1 pm Chess Club 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
30 Keeton Kids Camp 9 am Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo 10:30 NPT Aging Matters Screening
31 Keeton Kids Camp 10:45 am Lunchbunch 11:30 am Advisory Council
7 11 am Sounds Game 2 pm Senior Brain Games/ Trivia
Center Closed for Memorial Day
6 1:30 pm All of Us Program at Madison Station
**Last day to send payment to Atty. for simple wills/powers of attorney 20
Exercise Classes Mondays Tuesdays 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 8:15 am Adv. Strength Training 9:45 am Qi Gong 11 am Arthritis Foundation Class 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 1:30 pm Tai Chi 3 pm Beginners Strength Training
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Wednesdays 7:45 am Yoga With Richard 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 9:30 am Line Dancing 11 am NEW! Brains & Balance Class (1st Wednesday only)
Thursdays 8:15 am Adv. Strength Training 11 am Arthritis Foundation Class 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 3 pm Beginners Strength Class
Fridays Saturdays 8:15 am Walking Club-Meets at the 9 am Adv. Strength Kohl’s Greenway Training 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 10 am Chair Yoga
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