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Donelson Station & Senior Center for the Arts 108 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37214

NOVEMBER 2017

Center Lunch Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 11 am

We are excited to welcome back Kenzie Wetz to perform at this month’s center lunch. Kenzie has played fiddle and sung background at The Grand Ole Opry for artists including Brad Paisley, The Oak Ridge Boys, Pam Tillis, Little Jimmy Dickens and Whisperin’ Bill Anderson. Join us for a fun time of fellowship, wonderful music and a delicious homemade Thanksgiving meal served by The Donelson Café. The cost is $8. Sign up in the front office or at the volunteer desk.

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The 2017 5 Annual FiftyForward RSVP Holiday Gift/Toy Drive begins Wednesday, November 8th and ends Thursday, December 7th. We will have a designated bin for the donations located in the center’s lobby. Since 2012, children of Tennessee Veterans served by the Nashville Vet Center have received special Christmas gifts thanks to this program. We hope you consider providing a child with a gift this Christmas. Do NOT wrap these gifts. All gifts must be “new” and include only unbreakable toys (no glass or brittle plastic). RSVP will host a "Volunteer Gift-Wrapping" event on Monday, December 11th at the FF Knowles Center from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm which also includes a FREE lunch. Sign up for the wrapping event with staff or a volunteer.

Medicare Open Enrollment (ends December 7) Whether you are new to Medicare, getting ready to turn 65, or preparing to retire, you will need to make several important decisions. If you wait to enroll, you will pay a penalty and may have a gap in coverage. We have many providers that will be visiting Donelson Station to help you with your Medicare questions and decisions: Nov. 3 and Nov. 17 from 9 am until 12 pm. SHIP (TN State Health Insurance Program) Nonbiased representatives will help you pick a Medicare plan that works best for you. You MUST sign up for an appointment with a SHIP volunteer in the front office or with a volunteer. Nov. 8 at 2 pm United Health Care Seminar Nov. 9 at 10 am Cigna Seminar Nov. 13 from 9 am—12 pm Aetna Seminar Nov. 16 from 10 am—12 pm Humana Seminar All of these appointments/seminars are FREE! Sign up today! 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. Ph: 615-883-8375 www.fiftyforward.org 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 11 am-2 pm Williamson County. These centers offer various Daily homemade specials! Enjoy a different programs, classes and events monthly as well as entrée and sides, deli sandwiches, fresh salads access to the center amenities. and soups served daily. Catering services also Membership is $120 annually or $10 via monthly available. Call 615-812-3802 for pricing. bank draft. We also accept Silver&Fit® and Silver Sneakers® reimbursement through some Medicare supplement plans. Check to see if you’re eligible. LADIES AND GENTS SALON FULL SERVICE HAIR/NAIL SALON & BARBER Membership at Donelson Station also allows you Haircuts to access most of the other FiftyForward centers. Color and Highlights Look for the Forward Focus paper in the center or Waxing Services www.fiftyforward.org for other centers’ information. Manicures/Pedicures IN OUR FACILITY… Perms Shaves Three Fitness Rooms Stylists’ Phone Numbers: Cardio Room-Treadmills, elliptical, stationary Eva 615-406-6583 Thom 615-337-4252 bikes, weights, TV and music. Tonya 615-579-0108 Gwen 615-243-5371 Resistance Training-Stationary weight machine, Iva 615-593-7602 single station equipment. Discounts to FiftyForward members! Strength Training-TRX bands, bosu balls, Recycling—Money for your Center! dumbbells, resistance training bands, and more. Recycle newspaper, magazines and copy paper Pool Room in the bins at the railroad side of the building. Three pool tables, cues and balls. Cell Phones—Money for your Center! 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

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 Enjoy coffee with friends. Play cards, Bingo on Wednesdays or tailgate Fridays. Vending machines Non-perishable foods needed to help others. and kitchenette available. RENTAL SPACE Having a party? Need a venue? We rent the auditorium, conference room, social hall, or art room. Call for availability and pricing.

Call Reassurance for the Homebound

Do you know an older adult who would like to get weekly calls to check on them? Please let staff know. This is for anyone, not just members.

Many thanks to our sponsors: Charlie Cardwell Metro Trustee

Center Director Notes…

Our Staff:

Dear Friends:

Center Director Angela Bryan abryan@fiftyforward.org

It’s hard to believe that November is here! I’m so thankful for all of you as well as our fabulous staff and volunteers. Please be sure to show your appreciation to the volunteers especially. They do so much for us.

Program Director Lisa Maddox lmaddox@fiftyforward.org

With the cooler weather come nasty viruses and illness. If you do not feel well, are running a fever or think you might be sick, please do not come to the center and risk others getting sick. We do our best to keep the center clean, but remember to wash your hands! That’s the best way to stay healthy.

SCA Administrator Jamie London jlondon@fiftyforward.org

Also, now is the time to think about bad weather. If there is snow or ice in the area, please call the center before coming in as we may be opening on a delay or cancelling programs.

Travel Coordinator Janice Judd jjudd@fiftyforward.org

Lisa has done a fabulous job of getting together a fun-packed month of activities. We strive to offer something for everyone. I am so thrilled that we now have exercise classes for every level! Staying active is so important as we get older.

Again, if you have ideas or issues, please let us know. We Office/Volunteer Managers appreciate your feedback. Jessie Jefferies jjefferies@fiftyforward.org Sincerely, John Martin (Saturday ) jmartin@fiftyforward.org

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! We have a lot going on in November! Hopefully the weather will cooperate. I am excited for the Predators game! If you haven't seen them play, you need to experience this at least once!

Just a reminder...Please, please, please make sure to sign up for ALL presentations. If your name is not on the list we cannot assume that you are coming and make sure we have enough room. Also, if you do sign up, please show up. We understand that sickness can happen but our presenters are taking time out of their schedule to be here for us.

Saturday 9 am-1 pm 615-883-8375 Let me know if you have any great holiday trip ideas! www.fiftyforward.org Regards, Lisa Maddox

FiftyForward Travel 2017 Call Janice at 615-231-1235 or email jjudd@fiftyforward.org or visit Diamond Tours at www.grouptrips.com/fiftyforwardtravel November 11-18 Western Caribbean Cruise Visit Florida, Haiti, Jamaica and Mexico.  December 5-7 Pigeon Forge/Smoky Mountains See three shows and tour historic Gatlinburg.  Harrah’s Trips: Nov. 7—Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. 

FiftyForward Travel 2018 

Jan. 28-Feb. 3 Miami & Key West, FL Cruise Biscayne Bay and see celebrities’ homes, cross 7-Mile Bridge to Key West to enjoy the beauty of the Southernmost City in the US!

Feb. 14 - 23 India  Mar. 17 - 27 Spain  April 16-17 “Everything Elvis”  May 17-19 “Hot Springs Getaway”  June 18-23 Niagara Falls & Toronto 

♦ Aug. 9-19 The Canadian Island Trip ♦ Sept. 2-12 Alaska Cruise Tour ♦ Oct. 6-14 Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard ♦ Nov. 12-16 New Orleans ♦ Dec 3-7 Branson

2020 Oberammergau-More information will be announced. 

On The Road with Joan Trips: November 4 Watermelon Moon Farm, Lebanon, TN $33. Bus leaves at 8:30 am NPT’s ‘Aging Matters: Nutrition & Aging’ Preview Event Monday, November 13 You are invited to a FREE screening of NPT’s Aging Matters: Nutrition & Aging, which includes a panel discussion and FREE lunch. Learn how the disease of malnutrition can affect how we age. This includes people who may appear healthy and may not even be overweight. NPT’s latest Aging Matters documentary examines the hidden epidemic of malnutrition and undernutrition among older adults in the United States. This event is located at the FiftyForward Patricia Hart Building. You MUST sign up! The bus ride is FREE. We will leave at 11 am.

New!!! Chair Yoga Class! Fridays, starting Friday, November 3 at 10 am Join certified Yoga instructor, Burnell Thibideaux, for a new seated Yoga class. Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga practiced sitting in a chair or standing using a chair for support. This is great for those unable to get off the ground and for those with disabilities. It will deepen your flexibility and strengthen personal body awareness. This type of Yoga can help with many health issues such as high blood pressure (hypertension), anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, osteoporosis, depression and chronic pain. Chair yoga is one of the gentlest forms of Yoga This class is FREE. Just show up and do what you can!

Book Club Do you love to read and discuss your thoughts with others? Then, join our Book Club. They meet on the 4th Monday of each month at 10:30 am. Everyone is welcome. Each month a club member picks a book of his/her choice for everyone to read, and then they meet a month later at Donelson Station to discuss the book. This club is a great way to meet others. Many friendships have formed from this group alone. No need to sign up. Just show up. This is FREE!!! The November book choice is A Gentleman In Moscow By Amor Towles.

Senior Center for the Arts 615-883-8375 Jamie London

This seasonal celebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual SCA Administrator Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, 615-231-1231 the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party. Featuring great 60’s versions of holiday classics such as jlondon@fiftyforward.org “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run” and “Winter Wonderland.” This show is great for all www.thelarrykeetontheatre.org ages! Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sundays at Named by the Nashville 2 pm. Enjoy dinner and show for $32. Show only options are also Business Journal as the available as is a salmon upgrade and veggie only meal. third most highly attended Call 615-883-8375 and ask about group pricing for 15 or more. theater in Nashville!

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 615-743-3436 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.

Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, December 9 from 9 am until 4 pm We invite all of our “crafty” vendors to sell their merchandise at our annual Holiday Craft Fair. This takes place in conjunction with the Donelson Christmas Parade so we usually have a great turn out since the parade ends in our parking lot. The cost for a table is $20. This entitles you to one six-foot table or two three-foot tables provided by Donelson Station. You can NOT request a spot in our hallway. That will be chosen by the Center/Program Director. We will be placing an ad in The Community Ledger, on our electronic sign and our Facebook page to let the community know about this event. Be sure to bring a tablecloth, money bags and the change you will need. All items must be NEW or handmade. We do not allow baked goods for sale. You can sign up for this event in the front office or with a volunteer. Spots are limited, so sign up quickly!

Computer Classes with Nashville Public Library (NPL) Wednesdays November 1 to December 13th from 2-4 pm Nov. 1– Email Learn the different functions within email: viewing an email, sending an email, replying to an email and attaching a file/picture to an email. 60-Minute Lab-Students perform tasks covered in class with instructor guidance. Nov. 8–Library Resources Explore digital resources on NPL’s website including “Freegal” for music, “Hoopla” for movies/TV and “Zinio” for magazines. 60-Minute Lab-Students perform basic tasks with instructor guidance. Nov. 15—Social Media Class Explore different social media such as Facebook. Learn how to post, like, comment and create your own profile page! 60-Minute Lab-Students perform basic tasks with instructor guidance. Nov. 29–Internet Safety Protect yourself online with tips for creating strong passwords, safeguarding your passwords and recognizing a secure website. 30-Minute Lab-Open computer time for one-one-one assistance, including questions about personal devices. Dec. 6—Open Lab Work on digital courses or explore with instructor guidance and support. Dec. 13–Recap Students revisit past topics based on overall student needs and requests. 60-Minute Lab-Open computer time for one-one-one assistance, including questions about personal devices. This class series is FREE but limited to 10 students. Sign up over the phone, in the front office or at the volunteer desk.

NOVEMBER TRIPS AND EVENTS ***TO SIGN UP FOR A CLASS, CALL OR COME BY THE CENTER. PAYMENT IS EXPECTED AT REGISTRATION AND CAN BE TAKEN ON THE PHONE WITH A CREDIT CARD*** NMAAM (National Museum of African American Music)-Thurs., Nov. 2 at 10 am. Mr. Lucious ‘Spoonman’ Talley will be sharing his musical talent with “spoons”. This is NOT to be missed—you will never see another performance like this! This is FREE! You can find his videos on You Tube ‘spooning’ to Michael Jackson and other hits. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. SHIP Medicare Appointments-Fri., Nov. 3 and Fri., Nov 17 from 9 am-12 pm. Meet with one of the SHIP counselors for help in picking out the best Medicare plan for you. This is a FREE service that represents you, not the insurance company. They will compare different plans and costs to help you make your decision. Get your appointment today. Spots are limited.

Markey Blue-Sat., Nov. 4 at 7:30 pm. Don’t miss local favorite Markey Blue and Ric Latina who make up the duo Markey Blue. Markey received a spot in the National Blues Museum exhibit “Women of the Blues: a Coast-to-Coast Collection.” She travels internationally and was named a Top Ten to Catch Live in 2017 by Making a Scene. She has won Top Ten Blues Artists for many years in a row. This show ALWAYS sells out, so get your tickets fast! The cost is $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Call 615-883-8375 to reserve your spot or go to thelarrykeetontheatre.org. Health and Wellness Coach-Mon., Nov. 6 at 10 am. LCSW, Jenny Frampton with Vanderbilt’s Osha Center for Integrative Health, is looking for ten willing participants to work with her for FREE! This is a great opportunity to work one-on-one with a health coach and strive to lead a healthier lifestyle. Sign up for a spot with a volunteer or staff member. Tech Help-Tues., Nov. 7 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. Mystery Lunch– Tues., Nov. 7 at 10:45 am. Join the fun and travel to an undisclosed location for a delicious lunch with friends. Cost for the bus is $6. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member. Writing Workshop-Starts Wed., Nov. 15 at 9 am. This is a FREE 4-week class (Wednesdays through Dec. 6) taught by Publisher Richard Loller from the Preservation Foundation (a non-profit publisher preserving the extraordinary stories of ‘ordinary’ people). You will be writing your own story or book. This workshop will help you get your story written and polished for posting on the Storyhouse website or for publishing it as a paperback or e-book. This is such a great legacy to leave to your kids and grandkids. You must sign up of for this workshop with staff or a volunteer. Space is limited. United Healthcare Presentation-Wed., Nov. 8 at 2pm Having the right Medicare in place when you need it most is paramount to longevity and peace of mind. Come to this meeting and gather the information about great benefits, service, rapid payment of claims with no hassle of ever needing a referral to see a specialist. Walgreens Health Talk-Wed., Nov. 8 at 2pm. The Walgreens pharmacist will discuss Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Learn the differences between the two and the symptoms. This affects more people in the U.S. daily. Get educated to help friends and family members who are suffering with this disease. This is FREE! Sign up in the front office or at the volunteer desk.

TRIPS/EVENTS CONTINUED... Cigna Medicare Presentation-Thurs., Nov. 9 at 10 am. Join Rhonda Groogan, Cigna Benefits Advisor, for an informational presentation about Medicare. Bring any questions you may have with you. This is FREE! Sign up with a volunteer or a staff member. Lunch & Learn with Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick-Thurs., Nov. 9. Dr. Hodrick invites us to his office for a presentation on joint pain and joint replacement procedures. He’s performed joint replacement procedures on patients in their 80’s and 90’s who want to continue to be active. Learn all about the latest technology in robotic assisted joint replacements during this presentation. Lunch will also be provided for FREE! The cost for the bus is $5. Leave the center at 11:45 am. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member. Bell Buckle Trip-Fri., Nov. 10. Visit this historic, charming town that is home to the annual Moon Pie Festival. Enjoy shopping for antiques, Christmas presents and so more. Have lunch at the Bell Buckle Café or Southern Charm, a quaint tea room with woman’s clothing, jewelry, gifts and home décor. The cost for the bus is $15. Leave the center at 9:30 am. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. Aetna Seminar-Mon., Nov. 13 from 9 am until 12 pm. Learn about Aetna’s Medicare plans. Get your questions answered and choices explained to you. This is FREE. Please sign up with a volunteer or staff. Aging Matters: Nutrition & Aging - Mon., Nov. 13. Catch this FREE preview screening presented by NPT and FiftyForward. Lunch is included! There is no fee to ride the bus, but remember, we have limited spots. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member. Active Shooter Training-Tues., Nov. 14. This APPS (Academy of Personal Protection and Security) course provides guidance and skills for civilians to respond to an active shooter situation. While we hope we will never encounter an active shooter, we must be prepared. This class is FREE. Be sure to take advantage of this offer! Only 14 spots are available. The bus fee is $5. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Leave the center at 10 am. Lunch is included. Author Presentation-Wed., Nov. 15 at 10 am. Hear author Jennifer Ghoston speak about “The Truth So Far,” a true story about her life as a retired Chicago Police Detective and her journey to reunite with her birth family. This memoir portrays her courage as an adoptee and her search which proved to be the most empowering investigation of all. This is FREE! Sign up in the front office or with a volunteer. Center Luncheon-Wed., Nov. 15 at 11 am. Join us for live entertainment from local favorite Kenzie Wetz. She has worked with the Grand Ole Opry artists and has a voice that is not to be reckoned with. Lunch from the Donelson Café is included in the $8 cost. Sign up in the front office or with a volunteer. Humana Medicare Presentation-Thurs., Nov. 16. Juan Beraldi will be here to answer all of your Medicare questions. Medicare’s open enrollment ends Dec. 7 so get your questions or concerns about your plan resolved now. This is FREE! Sign up with a volunteer or a staff member. Supper Club-Thurs., Nov. 16. Check out House of Kabob, a traditional Persian restaurant in Nashville serving tasty food made with fresh, high quality ingredients. Try the Chicken, shrimp or gyro kabob, lamb shanks, beef tenderloin and much more. Leave the center at 5 pm. The cost for the bus is $7. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer.

NOVEMBER TRIPS AND EVENTS...Continued ***TO SIGN UP FOR A CLASS, CALL OR COME BY THE CENTER. PAYMENT IS EXPECTED AT REGISTRATION AND CAN BE TAKEN ON THE PHONE WITH A CREDIT CARD*** Lunchbunch-Fri., Nov. 17. We are headed to one of our favorite restaurants, the Green Hills Grille. Enjoy a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches (including the Best Burger in Green Hills), fish tacos, lump crab tacos, shrimp and grits, filet mignon, and pasta options. Leave the center at 10:45 am .The cost for the bus is $6. Canvas Painting Class-Fri. Nov. 17 at 2 pm. Professional artist, Kara Williamson, will guide us through a canvas painting class. You do NOT have to have any artistic ability. This painting will be done in small steps. The cost for the class and all materials is $25. At right is the picture that you will be painting. An actual canvas painting will be displayed in the front lobby. Sign up with a volunteer or staff member.

AARP Safe Driving Classes-Mon., Nov. 20 and Tues., Nov. 21 from 1 pm until 5 pm. You must attend BOTH classes in order to receive credit for this class. Call your insurance company before you sign up to see if you will save money on your car insurance. This course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. You will learn facts about the effects of medication on driving; how to reduce driver distractions; how to maintain the proper following distance behind another car; proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes; techniques for handling left turns and right of way; age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate. The cost for AARP members is $15 and $20 for non-members. You will pay the instructor NOT FiftyForward. Spots are limited. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. The Therapy Gym Presentation-Tues., Nov. 21 at 10 am. Beverly Bell’s wellness gym in Mt. Juliet specializes in treating diseases that affect movement. She has started a program called Optimum Hope that is a Parkinson Wellness Recovery program. Combining her program with the correct medication can help stall the debilitating effects of Parkinson Disease. Her hope is to build a strong community with this program along with education and wellness. This is FREE! Sign up with a staff or volunteer. Piecing Hearts Together Craft Class– Tues., Nov. 28 at 2 pm. Enjoy making your own Christmas Wreath with the founder of “Piecing Hearts Together,” Heather Van Syckle. Heather’s focus is to inspire and uplift aging adults by providing creative opportunities and encouraging them to bring out the artist within themselves. The “Piecing Together” art workshops help alleviate anxiety, loneliness, depression and other things that negatively affect the quality of life of senior citizens. A sample of the wreath will be displayed in the front lobby. The cost is $10 which includes all materials. Pay this directly to Heather. Sign up with a staff member or a volunteer. Watermelon Moon Farm-Wed., Nov. 29. Every year we visit the beautiful Victorian home, Watermelon Moon Farm. This quaint bed and breakfast located 7 miles outside of Lebanon is an antebellum gem. Enjoy the beautiful holiday decorations throughout and shop while you sip on some hot apple cider. A homemade lunch will be served and you can walk around outside and visit with the farm animals. The cost for everything is $26 which includes your lunch, tour and bus ride. This trip usually fills up quick, so make sure to sign up fast with a staff member or a volunteer. Leave the center at 11 am. Dr. Sandberg Presentation “Doc, My Knee Hurts”-Thurs., Nov. 30 at 9:30 am. Dr. Rory Sandberg is an orthopedic surgeon with Summit Medical Center that just joined Pinnacle Surgical Orthopedics. He specializes in hip and knee replacement (including infections), and non-operative treatment of hip and knee arthritis. Enjoy some snacks while he shares some great information with you about his services. If you experience knee or hip pain, please attend. This is FREE. Sign up with staff or a volunteer. Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks-Thurs., Nov. 30. If you have never seen the Predators play hockey, you need to join us! The cost is $50 and includes your ticket, the bus ride and parking. You will be dropped off right in front of the Arena. There is plenty of food at the arena for purchase. We will leave the center at 6 pm. Sign up with a volunteer or a staff member.

Saturday, November 4 Doors open at 7:15 PM

Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. To purchase tickets call 615-883-8375 or visit thelarrykeetontheatre.org.

Important Class/Event Information-Please READ!!!! New Information… and Something for everyone…... 

NEW!!! Seated Yoga classes are on Fridays at 10 am starting November 3.

NEW!!! Memoir Writing and Publishing Class starts Wed., Nov 15 at 9 am.  Beginner’s Strength Training classes are now at 3 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  FREE Legal Help is on Monday, November 27 starting at 1:30 pm. Limited spots!  Ballroom Dancing will no longer meet until there is more interest. Please let staff know if you are interested!  November 23 –24. NO programming. The center will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  November’s book is “A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Towles. 

Pool tournaments will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30 am.  Our Digital Camera Club, Computer Club and IPAD/Tablet groups welcome all interested. Just show up with your gadgets! Groups meet the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays monthly at 10 am.  Tech Help appointments are on Tuesday Nov. 7 by appointment. Bring your electronic device with you and receive FREE help. Make an appointment with the staff or a volunteer. rd  Summit Audiology will be here the 3 Wednesday of every month from 1:15 pm3 pm. All hearing tests are FREE! Make an appointment today for November 15. 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 November birthday are invited to join us for cake on Thursday, November 30 at 1 pm sponsored by Senior Helpers and Wilson Bank and Trust. 

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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 area assisted living centers to bring a little joy. Just show up and sing! The group will meet at Lakeshore Heartland on November 17 at 10 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! You can’t beat that! 

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Bible Study meets the 4th Friday of the month at 10 am. We LOVE to hear new ideas for classes. If you are interested in teaching a class, see Angela or Lisa.

NEW!!! Memoir Writing and Publishing Class Write, Polish, and Publish Your Own Story or Book Starts Wednesday, November 15 at 9 am This 4-week class is taught by professional book editor from Abbington Press, Richard Loller. Richard has worked for 13 years as their publisher and is offering a FREE class to help you get your story written and published online and in print. In 1976 Richard founded The Preservation Foundation, a non-profit whose goal is to “preserve the extraordinary stories of ‘ordinary people.” His web site (www.storyhouse.org) has over 1,000 stories by writers from all over the world. In addition he shares these stories in his Email newsletter, The Storyhouse Weekly Reader. There is also a growing back list of storyhouse paperbacks and ebooks.

This workshop is designed to help you (1) get your story started and finished, (2) polish it up for posting on the Storyhouse web site, and (3) possible publish is as a paperback and/or and e-book. Spots are limited so make sure to sign up quickly with a volunteer or in the front office.

Go PREDS!!! Thurs., Nov 30 Leave the center at 6 pm Let’s cheer on our Nashville Predators as they play the Vancouver Canucks. If you have never been to a professional hockey game, you are missing out! The cost for your ticket, bus ride and parking is $50. You will be dropped off right in front of Bridgestone Arena. The game starts at 7 pm. There are plenty of food and drink stands in the stadium along with memorabilia for sale. WE LOVE SMASHVILLE!!!!

*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. 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. If you sign up for a ticketed trip/event, you must find someone to take your place. 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.

NOVEMBER 2017 Monday

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Saturday/Sunday

1 9 am Art Workshop 12:30 Bingo w/Vanderbilt Stallworth 1 pm Beginners Spanish 2 pm NPL Computer Class

2 9 am Advanced Spanish 10 am NMAAM– National Museum of African American Music Presentation 10 am Mah Jong

3 9 am SHIP Appts. 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 am Sing Along Group 1 pm Beginners Spanish 2 pm Bowling

4 7:30 pm Markey Blue

6 9 am Quilting Club 10 am Health and Wellness Coaching 1 pm Beginner’s Spanish

7 9 am Advanced Spanish 10 am Bridge (beginners welcome) 10 am Tech Help (by appointment) 10:45 am Mystery Lunch

8 9 am Art Workshop 12:30 pm Bingo w/ Wilson Bank/Trust 1 pm Beginners Spanish 2 pm Walgreens Health Talk 2 pm United Health Care Seminar 2 pm NPL Computer Class

9 9 am Advanced Spanish 10 am Mah Jong 10 am Cigna Medicare Presentation 11:30 Lunch & Learn at Centennial Medical Center w/ Dr. Hodrick

10 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 9:30 am Bellbuckle Trip 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 11 am Sing Along Group 1 pm Beginners Spanish

13 9 am Quilting Club 9 am-12 pm Aetna Seminar 10 am Program Committee—NOTE TIME CHANGE 11 am “Aging Matters” Preview at PHB 1 pm Beginner’s Spanish

14 9 am Advanced Spanish 10 am Digital Camera Club (2nd Tues.) 10 am Bridge (beginners welcome) 10 am Active Shooter Training at Knowles Center

15 9 am Art Workshop 9 am Memoir Writing/Publishing Class 10 am Author Presentation. 11 am Center Luncheon 12:30 pm Bingo-Sponsored by Wilson Bank & Trust 1 pm Beginners Spanish 1:15 Summit Audiology 2 pm NPL Basic Computer Class

16 9 am Advanced Spanish 10 am Humana Presentation 10 am Mah Jong 5 pm Supper Club

17 9 am SHIP Appts. 9:30 am Tailgate Fridays 10 am Crafty Corner 10 am Ukulele Lessons 10 am Sing Along Group meet at Lakeshore Heartland 10:45 am Lunchbunch 1 pm Beginners Spanish 2 pm Bowling 2 pm Canvas Painting

20 9 am Quilting Club 10:30 Book Club 1 pm Beginner’s Spanish 1-5 pm AARP Safe Driving Class

21 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 9 am Advanced Spanish (last one) 9:30 am Pool Tournament (3rd Tues.) 10 am Bridge 10am The Therapy Gym Presentation 10 am Computer Club (3rd Tues.) 11 am IPad/Tablet Class (3rd Tues.) 1-5 pm AARP Safe Driving Class

22 23 9 am Art Workshop 9 am Memoir Writing/Publishing Class 12:30 pm Bingo with Rutland Place 1 pm Beginner’s Spanish (last one)

27 9 am Quilting Club 1:30 Legal Help

28 9 am Beginner’s Art Class 10 am Bridge 2 pm Piecing Hearts Craft Class

29 9 am Art Workshop 9 am Memoir/Writing Publishing Class 11 am Watermelon Moon Farm Trip 12:30 Bingo 2 pm NPL Computer class

The Center is closed. Happy Thanksgiving!

The Center will be closed!

30 9:30 am Dr. Sandberg 10 am Mah Jong 11:30 am Advisory Council Meeting 1 pm November Birthday Party 6:00 pm Predator’s Game

Exercise Classes Mondays 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 9:45 Qi Gong

Tuesdays Wednesdays 8:15 am Adv. Strength Training 7:45 am Yoga With Richard 11 am NEW Arthritis Foundation Class 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 12:15 pm Zumba Gold 9:30 am Line Dancing 1:30 pm Tai Chi 3 pm Beginners Strength Training

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

Fridays Saturdays 8:15 am Walking Club-Meets at 9 am Strength Training the Kohl’s Greenway 8:45 am Low Impact Aerobics 10 am NEW! Chair Yoga