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Donelson Station May Depot FiftyForward Travel and The Larry Keeton Theatre www.FiftyForward.org
108 Donelson Pike ● Nashville, TN 37214 ● (615) 883-8375
Senior Symposium May 15 at 2:30 pm You are invited to our 2nd annual Senior Symposium presented by Main Street Senior Living and FiftyForward Donelson Station. Learn about different senior services from our experts that are available in your community. Our panel of guests include the following services: Elder Law, Pharmacy Services, Transportation Services, Financial Planning, Home Health, Medical Devices, Phone Services, Non-Profit Organizations and Senior Living Community information. Everyone is invited! Each panel guest will be bringing a door prize so be sure to show up to win! Sign up with a staff member or volunteer if you plan to attend.
Center Luncheon Wednesday, May 22 at 11 am Our performing artist for May’s luncheon is recording artist Bill Humble. Bill is a 21 year veteran of the US Navy’s music program as a singer/trombone player/arranger and band leader. He has been a major contributor to Music City’s music history since the early 70’s. Bill was a former principle trombonist with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, a staff musician at WSM Radio and TV and Nashville’s recording studios. He has worked on the road and recorded with some of the top artists of our era including Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Jerry Reed, and Glen Campbell. He has chosen a list of ageless and timeless songs from the Great American Songbook to sing for us in his own unique and entertaining acapella style. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the entertainment and delicious lunch provided by the Donelson Café. The cost is $8. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member.
Mayor Briley’s Office Of Neighborhoods Presentation Tuesday, May 7 at 10 am
Eben Cathey is the Director of Community Engagement in Mayor Briley’s Office of Neighborhoods. He will discuss new initiatives coming out of Mayor Briley's administration and would like to hear what Nashville's successes and challenges have been for your community. If you have suggestions or concerns, please make sure to attend this presentation. They want to hear from YOU! This is FREE and open to everyone. Our members need to sign up with a volunteer or staff member. Include any family and friends that you plan to bring with you. Don’t miss this! Center Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 7:30 am-6:30 pm, Fri. 7:30 am-5 pm,
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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 entrée 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 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:
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
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: Thanks to all who came out to support Donelson Station on April 13. We had lots of people enjoy pancakes, purchase plants, shop the Bargain Basement and drop off medicines, electronics and bulk items! Thanks to the community and your support, we raised $2300! Another way to support your center is through our annual Spring Campaign. You will receive a letter in the mail soon asking for your support. Please give as you are able, even if it’s only $10 or $20. Membership fees barely cover the cost of our utilities. With as many members as Donelson Station has, a little bit from every one would make a huge difference with our budget! The Advisory Council is looking for new members. If you are interested in serving the center by working with staff, please let me know. Strong leadership is needed, and we want your voice to be heard! All meetings are open to members. Our annual Membership Survey has been sent out and is available in print form until May 1. Please share your feedback with us to improve your center! Lastly, our doors will soon lock and unlock automatically at the center's designated operating hours. This added security will prevent the doors from accidentally remaining open. The door at the South end of the building (next to the Art Room) is now equipped with a buzzer and speaker to allow access to physically disabled members not able to park close to the front of the building. Thanks for your cooperation. Sincerely, Angela Bryan, Center Director
Hi Gang!
Program Director Notes….
Know anyone that wants to help us with some of our monthly trips? We are looking for a driver to take about four to five trips per month. This is a great way to see Nashville and to try different local restaurants. All food and any tickets to events will be paid for. You do NOT need a CDL license to drive our bus, just a regular drivers license. We will run a check on your driving record and a background report. If you know someone who would be a good fit for this volunteer position stop by my office. Obviously, they should be good with people and having a fun personality is a bonus! Also, thank you to those who helped me with the Pancake Breakfast fundraiser. You all are so appreciated and I could not have done it without you! 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 May 6-16, 2019 Ireland and Iceland Cruise. Ports of call include Dublin, Ireland; Belfast, Northern Ireland; Reykjavik, Iceland; Akureyri, Iceland; Cork, Ireland. 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 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. 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!”
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. Brushy Mountain State Prison, Wartburg, TN-May 16. Leaves Donelson Station at 7:30 am. More on the Road with FiftyForward Trips to be announced soon!
2019 Book Club Author Presentation Schedule Tuesday, May 21 at 10 am Calling all book lovers! Meet Author Bonnie Shapbell and listen to her share her story about The Book Club meeting losing her husband and how she has will meet Monday, May 20 at 10:30 am. healed and moved on while cherishing memories. The title refers The group will discuss to experienced hikers helping Where The Crawdads newcomers across a rough portion of Sing by Delia Owens. the trail. She provides practical advice All interested book lovers and a workbook section for those who are welcome!! want to create or re-create lives that nourish after a devastating loss. This is FREE! Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
Contact Us Wizard of Oz June 13-29
Jamie London SCA Administrator 615-231-1231
After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas farm girl, jlondon@fiftyforward.org Dorothy, to the magical land of OZ, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home. Along the way she meets Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org Located inside FiftyForward and a cowardly Lion who help her on the journey. This Donelson Station. version includes many of the songs from the famous MGM musical. This is appropriate for all ages. Rated G. 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! th March 29 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! For more information on classes visit www.mtgms.org.
Volunteer with FiftyForward
Volunteering is proven to help people live longer. FiftyForward has several opportunities: Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP): Engages adults 55+ in volunteering as Friends 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 RSVP: Robin Johnson 615-743-3424 Contact for FLIP: Sandra Thomas 615-743-3422 Foster Grandparents Program: Low-income seniors receive a stipend through this program that works with elementary students. Contact for Foster Grandparents Program: Penny Gammons: 615-743-3420
Disaster Preparedness
Walk with Swagger’s, Toby swagger, will be helping us facilitate a flood disaster drill sometime this month. We will make sure that you all are aware of the date once we receive confirmation. Being prepared for a flood disaster is very important especially for folks in middle Tennessee. We encourage you all to take advantage of this and learn about what items you need readily available, as well as how to protect your family, pets, and your home. We will be emailing out the confirmed date and also posting it on our Facebook page. Stay tuned! *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. • You can only sign up two people at a time per trip. All others will have to call in to sign up for themselves. • 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. • New Policy: Signups are limited to two per person. • Exceptions may be considered by the Center Director in extreme situations.
PLEASE READ!!! NEW TRIP POLICY!
Bible Study New Meeting Time! Saturday, May 25 10 am.
Starting May 1, FiftyForward Donelson Station will only allow individuals to sign up two people for trips at a time. All members are welcome to join To clarify, you may call and sign up you and your our bible study class led by husband or wife or you and a friend but it is limited to Davene Johnson on the 4th ONLY two people. Saturday of each month at 10 You may NOT call up or stop in and pay or sign up for am. This is FREE! more than two people. This has caused some problems Gather to learn, encourage, with one person taking up multiple spots on the van and enjoy fellowship and grow in then often canceling. your personal relationship with We are trying to be fair to all members your God. Everyone is welcome! 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.
MAY 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*** Beginner’s Line Dancing-Wed., May 1 at 11 am. Our Line Dancing instructor will teach an 8-week course for those who want to learn the different dances that her experienced class has already learned. You are required to make at least six of the eight classes to keep up with the other dancers. This is FREE to members and $5 per class for non-members. Sign up with staff or volunteer. Space is limited. NPL Computer Classes-Wed., May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 2 pm. Nashville Public Library Computer Instructor, Danny Oliver, will teach different classes each Wednesday in May. See class descriptions inside this Depot. There are only 10 spots available in each class so sign up quickly with a staff member or volunteer. These are FREE! Art Trunk Project-Fri., May 3 at 1 pm. Art Trunk projects are taught to our instructor by The First Art Museum and are based on their current exhibits. This art trunk project surrounds famous documentary photographer, Dorothea Lange. She recorded the difficult everyday life of her era to create empathy and shed light on the Great Depression. This project is designed to teach the importance of Lange’s compositional choices, what she included in her photographs, why she included it, and how cropping an image can change the context of a photograph. Bring a few personal photographs with you that you would like to crop. This is FREE and includes all art materials. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Frist Art Museum Self-Guided Tour-Mon., May 6. Tour the Frist Art Museum for FREE! Enjoy exploring the exhibits by Dorothea Lange, the Paul Mellon Collection, and Connect/Disconnect:Growth in the “it” City. You can also visit the newly renovated Martin ArtQuest Gallery that has engaging activities for all ages. After your tour, browse through their beautiful gift shop and enjoy lunch in the Frist Café. The cost is $5 for the bus. Leave the center at 9:30 am. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Tech Help-Tues., May 7 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. Mayor Briley’s Office of Neighborhoods Presentation-Tues., May 7 at 10 am. The mission of the Mayor's Office of Neighborhoods is to improve the city’s quality of life through a more informed, active and involved citizenry and enhanced governmental response to community needs. Learn more about this effort and about your city. Bring your friends, family and feedback. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Walgreens Health Presentation (rescheduled from April)-Wed., May 8 at 2 pm. This month the Walgreen’s pharmacist will discuss stress relief in older adults. Stress has many causes which can result from a chronic illness, losing a spouse, being a caregiver, financial setbacks, and so much more. Fortunately, there are plenty of things you can do for stress relief. Find out solutions and how to incorporate them into your life. This is a FREE presentation. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Glitter Egg Craft-Thurs., May 9 at 2 pm. Get creative and make beautiful glitter eggs with member Jenn Duncan. Jenn will have blown eggs ready to decorate with more than 70 patterns from which to choose. Stop by Lisa’s office and check out several examples. The cost is $15 (includes all materials), and you will be able to take three completely decorated eggs home with you. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Equipment Orientation-Fri., May 10 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. Be sure you are using the equipment properly or have any questions answered at this training. This is FREE! Sign up with a volunteer or staff. Canvas Painting with Kara-Mon. May 13 at 2pm. Follow step-by-step instructions on how to paint this month’s canvas with professional artist Kara Williamson. A colored picture is inside this newsletter. The cost is $25 and includes all materials. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Avalon Hospice Presentation-Tues., May 14 at 10 am. Learn about Avalon Hospice’s services including palliative care, personalized hospice care plans, the benefits of earlier admission and what roles hospice care plays for the patient and their families. This is FREE! Sign up with staff or a volunteer.
TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED... Touch Base Tuesdays with The Frist Museum-Tues., May 14 at 11 am. Representatives from the Frist Museum will be here to visit with us, distribute information, hand out FREE passes, and answer questions about the Frist Art Museum. Learn more about all of their upcoming events and happenings. This is FREE. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Summit Audiology- Tues., May 14 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. Lunchbunch to Hugh Baby’s-Wed., May 15. Enjoy old school hamburgers and fresh cut fries at Hugh Baby’s newest location in Berry Hill. They also have veggie burgers, pulled pork and fried chicken sandwiches and ballpark hotdogs….don’t forget the delicious milkshakes too! The cost is $6. Leave the center at 10:45 am. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer Senior Symposium-Wed., May 15 at 2:30 pm. Don’t miss this wonderful, informative panel of guests representing senior services available in Nashville. Each panel guest will present information about their services and answer any questions from the audience. There will also be door prizes. Bring your family and friends. Sign up with staff member or volunteer. Personal Training Assessment and Appointment Scheduling-Fri., May 17 at 10 am. This is ONLY for those that attended last month’s personal training presentation. Bring your completed forms and a doctor’s note (if you were able to get one). Personal Trainer Ronald Ruffin will go over your assessment forms and schedule your first personal training sessions. Sign up with staff or volunteer. Lunch & Learn with Dr. Michael Belsante (Urologist)-Fri., May 17 at 11:30 am. Dr. Belsante started The Women’s Institute (a division of Urology Associates) that integrates advanced technology and advanced therapeutics in treatment. They are the first practice to open a center solely dedicated to female urology in Nashville. Learn about pelvic health, how to prevent UTI’s, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic floor dysfunction and more. This is FREE and space is limited. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Pet Portrait Canvas Painting-Mon., May 20 at 2 pm. Bring a picture of your beloved pet to the front office by May 13. Professional pet portrait artist, Kara Williamson, will sketch (outline) your pet on canvas for you to then paint. The cost is $30 (includes all materials). Sign up with staff or volunteer. Author Presentation “Hiking The Pack Line“-Tues., May 21at 10 am. Author Bonnie Shapbell will present her book and share her journey of losing her husband and the promise she made to rebuild a joyful life without him while cherishing memories. She wants to share her story with others and offer hope. This is a FREE presentation. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Center Luncheon with Bill Humble.-Wed., May 22 at 11 am. Bill Humble comes to us with a vast musical history starting with the U.S. Navy’s musical program to the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and working with some very well known artists like Elvis Presley and Tom Jones. Bill will share songs from the Great American Songbook in his own acapella style. The Donelson Café will prepare a delicious lunch. The cost is $8 for the lunch and the show. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Supper Club-Thurs., May 23. Join the supper gang as they head to Anchor High Marina in Hendersonville. The marina is located on Old Hickory Lake and shares the cove with the beautiful Rockland Recreational Park. Enjoy starters like oysters, mussels, calamari and crab cakes. Entrees include fish tacos, ribs, steaks, grilled chicken and so much more. Prices range from $11 to $25. The cost for the van is $7. Leave the center at 5 pm. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer. Amish Trip to Ethridge, TN-Fri., May 24. Tour the Amish countryside with a local guide in a horse drawn wagon. We will stop at several Amish farms for a chance to purchase Amish produce, baked goods, baskets, wood crafts and so much more. We will also visit one of Tennessee’s oldest Amish farms, now the Amish Heritage Farm Museum. Step back in time and tour inside an authentic Amish House and Dawdi Haus, Harness Shop, Hen house with animals, and a replica one room Amish school house. There will also be an Amish buggy that you can take pictures in. The cost is $30 per person which includes your bus ride, wagon tour and Museum tour. We will have lunch at Bob’s café make sure to bring money with you for your lunch. Leave the center at 8:30 am.
MAY TRIPS AND EVENTS Continued.. All of Us� Research Program Enrollment-Tues., May 28 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 4th Tuesday monthly at Donelson Station. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Mystery Lunch-Tues., May 30. 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.
Performance Arts Camp at The Larry Keeton Theatre 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville May 28-June 7 Ages: 7-12 8:30 am-3 pm Led by professional Teaching Artists. Campers have fun learning musical theatre skills in a social setting, while rehearsing numbers for inclusion with the adult cast in our summer production, which runs June 13-29. *Show participation is not required. $325 for both weeks. Registration packets available at the office or at thelarrykeetontheatre.org. Registrations is open until all slots are filled. For more Info: 615-883-8375
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….
Bible Study will now meet on the 4th Saturday of each month. Exercise Equipment Orientation meets Friday, May 10 at 10 am The Nail Spot will offer FREE toe nail clippings and pedicures to disabled/elderly folks ONLY on June 3 from 9 am until 3 pm. Meditation classes are on Tuesdays at 9:30 am. (This was formerly chair yoga). Book Club meets Monday, Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. 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 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 an May Birthday are invited to join us for cake on Thursday, May 23 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 $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.
Pet Community Center Mobile Unit Tuesday, May 7 from 10 am until 4 pm
The Pet Community Center’s Mobile Unit will be in our parking lot offering convenient and low cost veterinary care for both cats and dogs on May 7 from 10 am until 4 pm. Services include: vaccinations, microchips, and flea, tick and heartworm preventatives. You do not need an appointment, just show up! If you are looking to spay or neuter your pet, call the PCC at 615-512-5001 to make an appointment.
Pool Lessons May 10 from 2 pm - 4 pm Have you always wanted to learn how to play the game of pool??? Learn from seasoned player Ralph Bristol on May 10 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.
May Canvas Painting Monday, May 13 at 2 pm Paint this beautiful canvas painting pictured here. Professional artist, Kara Williamson, will teach you stepby-step 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.
April/May NPL Computer Class Schedule All Classes begin at 2 pm May 1 Google apps – Part 1 Using a library supplied device we will learn about Google email, known as Gmail. This class will send and receive an email. Attach a picture to an email, and then send it to a class mate. Additionally each student will learn how to save a picture from an email. (If you do not have an email address and would like one, time can be arranged before or after class to assist you in setting one up.) May 8 Google apps –Part 2 Using a library supplied device we will learn the Google cloud, how to access it, upload pictures and documents and view them. We will also explore Google Maps, the Calendar and Contacts apps. May 15 AARP and MedlinePlus websites MedlinePlus is a government website that provides information on all kinds of health related topics. AARP’s focus is seniors where they provide information ranging from news that affects seniors, discounts, healthy lifestyles, fun and entertainment and much more. Using a library supplied device we will explore these websites. May 22 NPL.Digitallearn.org This class will get you started with the Nashville Public Library’s NPL Digital learn website. This website allows you to take over 20 additional classes that focus on technology beginners. This tool allows you to learn additional topics at your own pace. Topics include Getting started with a computer, Using Windows 7 or Windows 10, Intro to Email, Facebook, Skype, Accounts and Passwords, cloud storage and much more. May 29 Everyday Useful Apps This class will take a look at some commercial websites or apps we can use for groceries, pharmaceuticals, choosing a restaurant, news & weather, transportation or basic shopping. Examples might include McDonalds, Kroger, Walgreens or Uber.
These classes are FREE for members. Each class is $5 for non-members. Sign up with a staff member or volunteer.
MAY 2019 Monday
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Friday
1 9 am Advanced Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by UnitedHealthcare 1:30 Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Google Apps Part 1
2 10 am Nutrition Class (last one) 10 am Mah Jong 1 pm Spanish Class ** No Nutrition
3 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 Sing-Along Choir 1 pm Art Trunk Project 2 pm Bowling
The Center will Close at 2 pm for an all staff Retreat
Saturday/Sunday 4
6 9:30 am Frist Museum Tour 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Mastering the Art of Writing Class
7 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10 am Tech Help (By Appointment Only) 10 am Mayor’s Office Community Update Presentation 10 am Pet Community Center Mobile Unit 1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
8 9 am Advanced Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo 1:30 Rummikub 2 pm Walgreens Health Presentation 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Google Apps Part 2
9 10 am Mah Jong 10:30 am Red Hat Trip 1 pm Spanish Class 2 pm Glitter Egg Craft Class
10 11 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Exercise Equipment Orientation 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 Sing-Along Choir performs at Waterford in Hermitage 2 pm Beginner’s Pool/Billiards Class
13 11 am Program Committee 12 pm American Mah Jong 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Writing Class (Last one) 2 pm Canvas Painting
14 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10 am Digital Camera Club (2nd Tues.) 10 am Avalon Hospice Presentation 11 am Frist Museum Presentation 11:15 am Summit Audiology (by appt.) 1 pm Chess Club 2 pm Bridge Class 4 pm Texas Hold ‘Em 5:30 pm Weight Watchers
15 9 am Advanced Art Workshop 10:45 am Lunchbunch to Hugh Baby’s 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Groogan Insurance 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class –AARP and Medline Plus Websites 2:30 pm Senior Symposium
16 7:30 am Brushy Mountain State Prison Trip 10 am Mah Jong 1 pm Spanish Class
17 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Personal Training Assessments (ONLY for those who attended last month’s presentation) 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11:30 am Lunch & Learn—Dr. Belsante 11 am Sing-Along Choir 1 pm MyActiveCenter Training 2 pm Bowling
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20 12 pm American Mah Jong 10:30 Book Club 1 pm Brain Games 1 pm Writing Class 2 pm Pet Portrait Canvas Painting
21 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10 am Computer Club (3rd Tues.) 10 am Author Presentation 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
22 9 am Advanced Art Workshop 11 am Center Luncheon 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by Shipley’s Donuts 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-NPL Digitallearng.org
23 9:30 am Grief and Loss Group (cards) 10 am Mah Jong 11:30 am Advisory Council Mtg. 1 pm May Birthday Party 1 pm Spanish Class 5 pm Supper Club to Anchor High Marina
24 8:30 am Amish Tour Trip 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 am Sing Along Choir
25 10 am Bible Study
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28 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 10am - 12:30 pm “All of Us” Enrollments 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
29 9 am Advanced Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo Sponsored by The Waterford in Hermitage 1:30 pm Rummikub 2 pm NPL Computer Class-Everyday Useful Apps.
30 10 am Mah Jong 10:45 am Mystery Lunch 1 pm Spanish Class
31 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 am Sing Along Choir
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 (8 weeks) 5:15 pm Yoga
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Mondays 7:45 am Yoga with Richard 8:45 am 9:45 am Qi Gong 5:15 Yoga
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Exercise Classes 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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