Donelson station october 2013 newsletter

Donelson Station 883883-8375 108 Donelson Pike

October Depot Thursday, October 31st Center Lunch JOIN US FOR SOME HALLOWEEN FUN! WE WILL HAVE A COSTUME CONTEST, PRIZES, ENTERTAINMENT AND SOME GREAT FOOD PREPARED BY THE PALM CAFÉ AND YUMMY DESSERT FROM WINDLANDS SOUTH. COST FOR THE LUNCH IS $7.00 AND WILL BE SERVED AT 11:30 A.M. SIGN UP IN THE FRONT OFFICE TODAY!

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SEMINAR #1 ON HOW TO DECLUTTER TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 FROM 6:30-7:30 P.M. Join Susan Gardner, a professional organizer, for the first of a 4-part seminar on how to declutter and clear small spaces. This is a FREE event and you must sign up in the front office. Other dates for this seminar: October 8, October 15 and October 29. All start at 6:30 p.m.

SENIOR DAY AT THE NASHVILLE ZOO MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 This is a FREE event to those who are 65 or older. You MUST bring your I.D. or Healthspring card for admittance into the zoo.

Those who have to pay the cost is $15.00 at the door. Leave the center at 8:30 a.m. Cost for van is $5.00 NES Workshop TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 Nashville Electric Service will be here to teach the community cost-effective ways to make your homes more energy efficient, ultimately saving you money on your monthly utility bills. This is FREE! Starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m.

LISA’S ISA’S LUNCHBUNCH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 Come to The Gerst Haus for some authentic German Food and to celebrate Oktoberfest. Their signature dishes consist of bratwurst, Weiner schnitzel and corned beef and cabbage. Leave the center at 10:45 a.m. Cost for the van is $5.00.

SOUTHERN FESTIVAL OF BOOKS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 This is a FREE event. We will have lunch at the Hermitage Café then head down to legislative Plaza for author signings and more.

We will leave the center at 10:45 a.m. Cost for the van is $5.00. We will stay till 3:00 p.m.

NPT STUDIOS “AGE OF CHAMPIONS” TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Sign up to see the viewing of the new PBS documentary “Age of Champions” which follows the inspiring experiences of National Senior athletes including a 100-year-old tennis player. This event is FREE and includes lunch. Leave the center at 11:00 a.m. Cost for the van is $5.00 STELLAR HEALTH CARE – FLUE SHOTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Flue season is approaching and we want to make sure everyone gets their flue shot. They will be available from 9:30a.m. until noon. Sign up in the front office and make sure to have a copy of your insurance card.

MYSTERY LUNCH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 Join James and travel to an undisclosed location for some good food and great company! Leave the center at 10:45. Cost for the van is $5.00 HIKING CLUB FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 We are hiking at Bledsoe Creek in Gallatin. There are 6 miles of hiking trails, 1 mile which is paved. We will plan to hike 2-3 miles of the trail. We will stop for a healthy lunch after our hike! Leave the center at 9:00 a.m. Cost for van is $6.00.

Wilson Bank Ladies Day Out TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 FROM 10AM TILL 2PM. Tickets are $10.00 and we only have 11 spots open. This is a fantastic event that includes entertainment, shopping, lunch and a fashion show. This event will be held at the Victory Baptist Church in Mt. Juliet. Cost for the van is $5.00 and we will leave the center at 9:30 a.m. Total due at the time up signup will be $15.00.

Martin Center “Party on the Patio” WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 Join us for a tour of the FiftyForward Martin Center in Brentwood and lunch on their lovely back porch that resembles a mountain scene. We will enjoy fellowship with the other FiftyForward centers. The cost for this will be $3.00 for the lunch and $3.00 for the van. We will leave the center at 10:30 a.m.

Supper Club THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 We are going to eat at Shane ’s Rib Shack in Hendersonville. This is the place for the best BBQ ribs, chicken and more. We will leave the center at 5:30 p.m. and the cost for the van is $5.00.

Painting on the pike FRIDAY OCTOBER 25TH FROM 6:30 TILL 9:00 P.M. Our very own art teacher, Roberta Steinmetz, will be leading this class as we paint a Nashville scene. A blank canvas and all materials will be supplied. Cost for this class will be $30.00. Please sign up in the front office.

Tour of the Fontanel Mansion and lunch Monday, October 28. Fontanel Mansion is a 27,000 square foot log home formerly owned by country music legend Barbara Mandrell.

We will tour the home and then have lunch. Cost for the tour and lunch is $26.33 payable at the time of visit. We will leave the center at 10:30 a.m. Cost for the van is $5.00.

Cheekwood Lights Tuesday, October 29. Join us for an exhibition of breathtaking, largescale, outdoor lighting installations and indoor sculptures at Cheekwood. The cost is $12.00 per person payable at the door. We will leave the center at 5:45 p.m. Cost for the van is $5.00 Music For Seniors Wednesday, October 30. Come to the Knowles Center with us for a “Light Opera With a Comic Flair” featuring soprano Barbara Miller and Pianist John Arnn.

This is a FREE event. Cost for the van is $5.00. Leave the center at 10:00 a.m.

Center Lunch Thursday, October 31. Happy Halloween! You MUST sign up for this fantastic Halloween lunch! Great entertainment, food, costume contest and prizes. Lunch prepared by The Palm Tree Café. Cost for the lunch is $7.00 and will be served at 11:30 Button Pin Craft with Roberta Friday, November 1 From 6:30—9:00 p.m. Cost is $25.00 which includes all materials but you bring your own buttons. See pg. 8 in The Depot for more information. You must sign up in the front office.

BE SURE TO VISIT THE FARMER’S MARKET—FRIDAYS IN OCTOBER FROM

4-7PM THIS ENDS OCTOBER 31ST! COME ON OUT

FOR GREAT ENTERTAINMENT, FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE AND MUCH MORE!

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK FRANK TREW AND HIS HIP DONELSON CREW FOR ALL THEY HAVE DONE FOR FIFTYFORWARD!

New Game day for active seniors!

Janice Judd (our travel coordinator) has decided to lead game day on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Let’s get together and play horseshoes, cornhole or even a game of pool!

We have also added darts to our list! Come and join the fun!

Bowling Club Now meeting at Donelson Bowl on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month!

Bowling starts at 2 p.m.

Please join our group!

October Highlights Tuesday nights from 6:30—7:30 p.m. in October, Susan Gardner a professional organizer, from ‘Clearing The Way Home” will be here to present her series on decluttering, simplifying and organizing.

This is a FREE four-part seminar. The first topic on October 1st will go over how to declutter small spaces and quantities.

On October 8th, Susan will explain how to declutter large spaces and quantities.

October 15th encompasses organizing, repurposing and storing. On October 29th, the last seminar, Susan will talk about the characteristics of hoarding, opening difficult conversations and increasing safe space. You must sign up for each seminar in the front office.

A little about Susan Gardner: As a professional organizer, Susan works with individuals or groups to clear space and cull possessions, organize for comfort and efficiency, prepare to move, or increase safer space. A call to Susan is in order if closets won ’t close or your space feels uninspiring; If you are downsizing or the children have outgrown their toys and clothes. Susan ’s guidance offers thirdparty help in difficult circumstances. At a free initial consultation she will look at your space and determine strategy and goals.

SEMINAR DATES October 1 6:30-7:30 p.m.

October 8 6:30-7:30 p.m.

October 15 6:30-7:30 p.m.

October 29 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Upcoming Computer Classes Basic Computer Skills Saturdays, October 5th-26th (9-11 a.m.), $20 for members, $30 for non-members Saturdays, January 4th-25th, 2014 (9-11 a.m.) $20 for members $30 for non-members

Sign up in main office today! These classes will fill up fast.

We also have oneone-onon-one computer tutoring available. Please inquire in the front office for more information.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!

DECEMBER 7 WE WILL BE HAVING A CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR FROM 9:00 A.M. TILL 3:00 P.M. ALL VENDORS ARE WELCOME (CRAFTS ONLY) BOOTHS ARE $25.00 FOR THE DAY. SIGN UP IN THE FRONT OFFICE.

Our “happy fingers crochet ladies” have been working hard all year crocheting caps for our troops. They are in dire need of more yarn. If you would like to support this cause by donating yarn, the following colors are needed: black, brown, green, khaki, grey and multi-colored (pictured below). Please drop all yarn donations off in the front office or join them on Mondays at 10 a.m. in the computer lab. Thank you!

Free Legal Advice with Barbara Moss Elder Law of Nashville Asset Protection & Peace of Mind Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, TennCare When? 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1-4 p.m.

Appointments are 30 minute intervals, you must sign up in the front office.

Barbara has been named as one of

“Nashville ’s Best Lawyers.”

Water Aerobics We are pleased to announce that McKendree Village welcomes FiftyForward members to enjoy more water aerobic classes at their facility.

Class Schedule Mon/Wed/Fri Open Swim 1-3:30 p.m.

Mon/Wed class with Terri 10-11 a.m. **You must have a medical release to use their pool. Forms are in the front office.

Donations are always welcome to go towards their Resident Fund.

MidMid-Tenn Gem and Mineral Society

Jewelry School We offer over 30 jewelry classes here For information email or call John Martin, classes@mtgms.org 210615 210 -5385 To register for class call the center 883office at 883 -8375 For a schedule: www.mtgms.org

Flue Shots The Larry Keeton Theatre is proud to present: “Little Women� starting October 10 - 26.

Tickets are $28.00 for the dinner and the show.

Call 883883-8375 or order online at thelarrykeetontheatre.org

Stellar Health Care will be here on Wednesday, October 16th from 9:30 a.m. till noon to administer flue shots.

Appointments MUST be made in the front office where you can also pick up your vaccination form and provide us with a copy of your insurance/ Medicare card. If you do not have insurance, the cost for the shot is $25.00 and is due upon receipt.

PAINTING ON THE PIKE IS BACK! When? Friday, October 25 from 6:30-9:00 p.m.

Cost? $30.00 What does this include? All the materials and a 16 x 20 blank canvas Come join in on some artistic fun with FiftyForward’s very own art teacher, Roberta Steinmetz. You will be creating a replica of the city of Nashville shown on the right (this does not require any artistic talent or knowledge). You just bring yourself and be ready for a fantastic evening of fun and creativity.

Please make sure to sign up in the front office.

MAKE BUTTON PINS When? Friday, November 1 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Cost? $25.00 What does this include? Raid grandma’s button box and Roberta will supply all the other materials for this sentimental project. Bring your favorite buttons and make a family keepsake. Register in the front office!

Director’s Notes

Interim Director Fran Mazzaferro

Dear FiftyForward Donelson Members, Let me introduce myself...I am Fran Mazza-Ferro. I served FIftyForward as the Associate Executive Director 20+ years before I retried at the end of 2008. Last month, August 12th, Janet Jernigan and Lori Corley called me and asked me to serve as interim director of FiftyForward Donelson until they hire a new person. Thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome here at Donelson.

One of my first impressions of Donelson Staion was “Oh, my gosh, this center is SO BUSY!” What a great problem to have! It seems there is something for everyone! I love it!

Everybody worked so hard for the Pigs and Pickles (BBQ) our 2-day fundraising event...it was terribly hot, but you wonderful people just kept working!

What a group of troopers you all are!

I have already learned so much from many of you. Believe me, this center would not be functioning without you all. Some of you have made some invaluable suggestions about the operation of the center. I am open to listening and jotting down your ideas. Some may be implemented soon...others may take longer to put into action and some may be impossible to implement. However, do not stop bringing me your ideas or suggestions. I love talking with you and getting to know more about your lives, talents, skills and dreams.

May you all be blessed, Fran

FiftyForward

Care Team Providing older adults and caregivers access to services and peace of mind.

You will benefit from: *A personalized, comprehensive needs assessment *Development of a plan of care *Guidance and advocacy to access services *Monitoring of care

Contact Gretchen Funk at 615 743743-3436 or gfunk@fiftyforward.org

IN OUR FACILITY FULLYFULLY-OUTFITTED FITNESS ROOMS Featuring treadmills, stationary bikes, weights and large-screen tvs.

POOL ROOM Furnished with three pool tables, cues and balls. Come enjoy a game!

OTHER SERVICES PALM TREE CAFÉ Open M-F 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hot meals, deli sandwiches, salads and soups at a reasonable price.

LADIES AND GENTS SALON FULL SERVICE HAIR AND NAIL SALON

COMPUTER ROOM/LOUNGE Set up with computers for our members ’ use. Now outfitted with a big-screen tv and leather sofa.

SOCIAL HALL A comfortable room with tables, chairs, vending machine and kitchenette. Come play cards or meet your friends.

FiftyForward Travel 20132013-2014 Scotland travel presentation—Oct. 3 Cape Cod—Oct. 5-13 Harrah ’s—Oct. 24 Biltmore—Nov. 11-13 Italy travel presentation—Nov. 19 Harrah ’s—Nov. 21 Redneck Christmas at Pigeon Forge—Dec. 2-4 Harrah ’s—Dec. 12 Scotland—April 21-30, 2014 Blue Danube Cruise—May 12-22, 2014 Alaska Land and Cruise—May 22—June 1, 2014 Niagra Falls – June 15-21, 2014 Yellowstone—July 25-31, 2014 Cuba—Sept. 21-29, 2014 Italy—Nov. 3-12, 2014

*See Janice for more details! 231-1235

Haircuts Color and Highlights Waxing Services Manicures, Pedicures FiftyForward Rates Available!

615 231-1934

MIDMID-TENN GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY JEWELRY SCHOOL silver jewelry lapidary (stone polishing) faceting cold connections wire wrapping Contact John Martin (615) 210-5385 mbdjewelry@aol.com www.mtgms.org

OFFICE HOURS MondayMonday -Friday 8 a.m.— a.m.— 5 p.m.

BUILDING HOURS MondayMonday -Friday 8 – 6 p.m.

Saturday 9a.m. – 1p.m.

Weekly Schedule MONDAY 7 a.m. Early Bird Toastmasters 8:458:45 -9:30 a.m. Low impact aerobics nc a.m.9 a.m.

-noon Quilting Club (9 a.m.-3 p.m. on 4th Mondays) nc 9:30 a.m. Walk with Ease nc 10 a.m. Crochet Club nc 10 a.m. Water aerobics at McKendree Village 11 a.m. Program Committee Second Monday 10 a.m. Spanish Class 10:30 a.m. Book Club fourth Monday nc 1:00 p.m Open swim at McKendree

WEDNESDAY 8:008:00-9:00 a.m. Basic Yoga nc 8:458:45-9:30 a.m. Low impact aerobics nc 9-11:30 a.m. Open Art Room for Advanced Art 9:30 a.m. Walk with Ease nc 9:309:30 -10:30 a.m. Line Dancing nc 10 a.m. Water aerobics at McKendree Village 12:30 p.m. Bingo nc 1 p.m. Legal Aid on 3rd Wednesday 1 p.m. Open swim at McKendree

THURSDAY 8:00 a.m. Strength Training nc 8:458:45 -9:30 a.m. Low Impact aerobics nc TUESDAY 9:30 a.m. Grief and Loss Group 4th Thurs8:00 a.m. Strength Training nc day nc 8:458:45-9:30 a.m. Low Impact aerobics nc 11 a.m. Red Hat Society second Thursday 9-11:30 a.m. Art for Beginners 1:30 p.m. Water Aerobics-McKendree 10 a.m. ROMEO for men only meets at Cracker Barrel on Stewarts Ferry Pike FRIDAY 2nd Tuesdays nc 8:15 a.m. Walking club every week. Meet at 10 a.m. Computer Club Third Tuesdays Kohl’s Trailhead on Greenway. If raining, nc meet at Opry Mills 10 a.m. Digital Camera Club Second 8:458:45-9:30 a.m. Low Impact Aerobics Tuesdays nc 10 a.m. Bible Study with Davene a.m.(4th Friday of each month) nc 10 a.m.

-2 p.m. Social Bridge nc 11 a.m. I-Pad/Tablet Class Third Tues- 11 a.m. Sing-a-long Choir nc 1 p.m. Open swim at McKendree

See Lapidary Schedule for complete list of jewelry

*NEW* FREE Events Section **This section will give you ideas of other events happening in Nashville. If you ever have an event to list, please let Lisa know!** NASHVILLE CIVIL WAR LECTURE SERIES: Dan Pomeroy presents the Unionists at Fisk University from 4:30—6:30 p.m. on October 15. The Metropolitan Historical Commission and 16 state and local partners announce this Lecture Series and the release of a new Civil War history brochure. This lecture offers a unique opportunity to explore the stories of Civil War Nashville in the some of the city ’s most exquisite, historic sites. It connects these stories to 24 Civil War sites including homes, cemeteries, churches and schools where Nashvillians fought to survive.

VANDERBILT FALL WELLNESS SEMINAR Anti-Aging Procedures for the Face What Works and What Doesn't featuring Dr. Michel McDonald who will discuss minimally invasive procedures for the face. This takes place October 24th from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the One Hundred Oaks, 719 Thompson Lane, Nashville TN, 37204.

Friends of the Center Special thanks to our sponsors for the year: • •

Phillips Robinson Funeral Home • Sysco • John A’s • Dick’s Flowers • Buckeye Cleaning Systems • McKendree Village • RJ Young • Windlands South • Sonic • Ace Hardware • Hip Donelson • Cantrell Physical Therapy

October Sun

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Senior Day at the Nashville Zoo 8:30 am

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Fri

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2 Nash

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4 Bowling 2pm

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8 NES Workshop 9:30-noon

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10 LunchBunch Gerst Haus 10:45am

11 Southern Festival of Books leave at 10:45 am

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15 NPT Studios 11am Declutter Seminar 6:30 pm

16 Flue Shots 9:30am till noon

17 Mystery Lunch 10:45

18 Hiking Club 9am

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23 Martin Center “Party on the Patio” Leave at 10:30am

Declutter seminar 6:30 pm

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Wed

Declutter Seminar 6:30 pm 13

14 Program Committee 11:00

Bowling 2pm

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22 Wilson Bank Ladies Day out 9:30am

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29 30 Cheekwood Music for Senios 5:45 Leave at 10:00 Hoarding Seminar 6:30-8:30 pm

Fontanel Mansion tour nad lunch leave at 10:30am

24 25 26 Advisory Council Center will be 11:30am closed for FiftyBirthday Party Forward Staff Re1pm treat Supper Club Painting on the 5:30pm Pike 6:30 pm

31 Nov 1 Happy Halloween! Button Pin Craft Center Lunch at 6:30-9:00p.m.

11:30 a.m.

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7 Low impact aerobics 8:45 Walk with Ease 9:30 Water Aerobics 10 a.m. at McKendree

15 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15 Tai Chi 1:30

8 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15 Tai Chi 1:30

1 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15 Tai Chi 1:30

Tue

23 Yoga 8:00 a.m.

Low impact Aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Walk with Ease 9:30 am.

Line Dancing 9:30 Water Aeorbics 10:00

16 Yoga 8:00 a.m.

Low impact Aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Walk with Ease 9:30 am.

Line Dancing 9:30 Water Aeorbics 10:00

9 Yoga 8:00 a.m.

Low impact Aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Walk with Ease 9:30 am.

Line Dancing 9:30 Water Aeorbics 10:00

2 Yoga 8:00 a.m.

Low impact Aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Walk with Ease 9:30 am.

Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.

Water Aeorbics 10:00

Wed

24 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15

17 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15

10 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15

3 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15

Thu

Closed for FIftyForward Sttaff Retreat

18 Walking club 8:15 a.m.

Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

11 Walking club 8:15 a.m.

Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

4 Walking club 8:15 a.m.

Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

26 Strength training 9:00 a.m.

19 Strength training 9:00 a.m.

12 Strength training 9:00 a.m.

5 Strength training 9:00 a.m.

Sat

14 Low impact aerobics 8:45 Walk with Ease 9:30 Water Aerobics 10 a.m. at McKendree

22 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15 Tai Chi 1:30

Fri

21 Low impact aerobics 8:45 Walk with Ease 9:30 Water Aerobics 10 a.m. at McKendree

29 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15 Tai Chi 1:30

Mon

28 Low impact aerobics 8:45 Walk with Ease 9:30 Water Aerobics 10 a.m. at McKendree

31 Strength Training 8:00 Low impact aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Zumba 12:15

30 Yoga 8:00 a.m.

Low impact Aerobics 8:45 a.m.

Walk with Ease 9:30 am.

Line Dancing 9:30 Water Aeorbics 10:00

30 Low impact aerobics