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Random Acts of Kindness I was in Walmart today when an elderly man came down the aisle with his cart and asked me, “I don’t see very well and I’m looking for the graduation cards.” So we found the graduation cards and he seemed to struggle finding a card so I asked, “male or female graduate?”

And he said it was a young lady. So I found a pretty card and read it to him. He seemed pleased and smiled. He said, “You have good taste in cards” with such a sweet sparkle. He was about to turn and leave when he turned back around and said, “You tell your husband that he has really good taste in women. You tell him that for me.”

A big smile spread across my face and I said I would.

Little did he know that my Bill has been gone 13 years since y e s t e r d a y, May 17. That sweet gentleman made my day.

– Roberta Cook Bolus

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Forward Focus Faux Pas In an effort to capture breaking news, we jumped the gun and made a few mistakes in our last issue. page 7: Nashville Talking Library, Program Manager Michael Wagner, not Waggoner. Sorry, Michael. page 12: We welcomed new YMCA Director Dan Dummermuth, but misspelled his name. Our sincere apologies, Dan. page 12: FiftyForward has 13 social workers on staff. We left off Adrienne Morgan, our care manager at FiftyForward Madison Station. Call her; she’s awesome! (615) 860-7180.

Dear Friend,

I had a very happy and loving marriage for almost 58 years. We went through World War II together—me as a wife and mother, Norbert as a 3½ year Marine in naval aviation. We worked hard and raised four children. Once we retired we travelled, always enjoying each other’s companionship.

Then one day…very suddenly… I became a widow. I thought my world had ended.

A friend of mine heard about FiftyForward Martin Center and we joined. Looking back, that was one of the most important decisions I could have made. The Martin Center gave me a reason to re-enter life. Instead of staying home all the time, I forced myself to shower, dress and walk out that door. I no longer felt alone.

The FiftyForward Martin Center is staffed by three kind and caring people. The activities they plan for us are educational, social, and entertaining. Presentations cover healthcare, government and a host of other topics. And of course, food is involved! We enjoy pot lucks (they’re legendary!), games and trips we likely could not take on our own; the staff handles all of the details including transportation.

I believe life becomes more challenging as we age. Because of the center I am prepared to meet this challenge. My children have a sense of relief knowing I am happy and have made friends.

While I am a member of the Martin Center, FiftyForward has six other centers in Davidson and Williamson Counties doing equally wonderful work for their members. It also offers programs such as Meals on Wheels and Adult Day Services to help vulnerable older adults remain healthy and in their own homes for as long as possible.

Donations from generous people like you are the key to allowing so many to benefit from this wonderful organization. I hope you will support FiftyForward. Gifts of all sizes are important and appreciated.

Thank you for considering this request.

Sincerely,

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Nashville Individuals Courage Outstanding Notable Special of

Nashville Icons

In this edition of Forward Focus we are featuring Gail Kerr, Fran Mazzaferro and John Seigenthaler for each of their respective contributions to community, willingness to stand up for others and, when necessary, to challenge the status quo.

For some, these names may ring familiar and to others they may not. In this publication championing those Fifty and Forward, we simply want to salute these individuals for their dedication to advocate for others. We are calling them Nashville Icons. An icon as defined by Merriam Webster is “a person who is very successful and admired” and that we are further defining as “individuals of courage who are outstanding, notable and special.”

Gail Kerr

Gail Kerr left an indelible impression on Nashville. As a newspaper columnist she was the voice of the people often tackling tenacious topics and simplifying complex issues for others. When necessary, she challenged establishment and her straight shooter style of storytelling won her allies and adversaries as she scrutinized subjects that others might not have addressed. Professionally, she fought hard for others daily. In her personal life she battled health issues with equal tenacity. Throughout her illness, she modeled bravery and courage and served as a model for others.

FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan recalled working with Kerr years ago: “I first met Gail Kerr in the mid-1980s when I served as chair of the mayoral task force to address disabilities. To create community awareness of the issues faced by persons who have physical challenges, we planned a Simulated Disability Project and invited community leaders including the mayor to participate. Gail Kerr, who was a very young reporter at the time, represented The Tennessean.

On the day of the event, thirty community leaders met in the plaza in front of the courthouse and each participant was given a simulated disability. Since Gail was a journalist, we strapped down the arm she used for writing and sent her on her way to go about her daily routine. We gathered back downtown for lunch and participants talked about their experiences and heard from people who faced physical challenges on a daily basis.

Gail and I had little contact in the intervening years, although I always admired her from afar. Then a couple of years ago, she left a voice message saying she’d like to talk about the proposed voter ID legislation. In her message, she wondered whether I remembered her. When I returned her call, I said ‘Certainly I remember you well and I’ll never forget the article you wrote the morning following your participation in our simulated disability project.

You talked about the extreme difficulties you faced in putting on your clothes with one arm and you wondered whether people with disabilities cussed a lot.’ I was stunned when she said, ‘I want to take the opportunity now to tell you that the simulated disability experience completely changed the direction of my career as a journalist.’”

Heralded by industry peers and community leaders as one of the most educated government reporters who knew Nashville inside and out, she will long be missed. Her sense of humor and sense of self and selflessness will not be forgotten. Kerr’s stories continue to inspire and contribute to OUR Nashville and will now live on with the launch of Gail Kerr’s House the Homeless Fund (administered by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee).

Even after her untimely passing in March, Gail Kerr continues to give back.

Fran Mazzaferro

Fran Mazzaferro has devoted her life to helping others and her work was recently recognized by the National Association of Social Workers –Tennessee Middle Branch – with a Lifetime Achievement Award to recognize an individual who has demonstrated commitment to the best social work values and achieved accomplishments throughout his/her lifetime.

According to FiftyForward Associate Executive Director Adrienne Newman, “Mazzaferro was born to practice social work and has lived her life in service and commitment to others well before receiving this award.”

Mazzaferro’s name and reputation are synonymous with social work and with FiftyForward. During her tenure with the non-profit agency, she wrote grants totaling more than $9 million to benefit the 50+ plus audience served by FiftyForward. She also led the organization in many leadership capacities including

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overseeing four centers, numerous community and volunteer service programs, including FiftyForward Living at Home Care Management, FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Meals on Wheels, FiftyForward RSVP and the FiftyForward Foster Grandparent Program.

Prior to joining FiftyForward, Mazzaferro’s professional career included work at Cumberland Psychological Services; the YWCA of Nashville and Middle Tennessee and Tennessee Christian Medical Center.

Mazzaferro first retired in 2009 and she came back to help FiftyForward and the community shortly thereafter. Her second retirement began a few short months ago. Social work is in Mazzaferro’s DNA and no doubt she will continue impact the lives of those she encounters for years to come.

John Seigenthaler

John Seigenthaler recently participated in FiftyForward Knowles’ first, “A Conversation with…,” an interactive series with Nashville notables.

Seigenthaler engaged the audience for more than an hour telling awe-inspiring and poignant stories about his fascinating life. He spoke of Nashville’s role in the civil rights movement as continued on page 6 Summer 2014| 3

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FLIP volunteer Sophia Beamon leaves a legacy of learning

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fter retiring from Metro Schools as a teacher and guidance counselor, Sophia Beamon felt that she still had a lot to give that would be of benefit to the community.

She wanted to stay connected to children so she began serving as a reading tutor and mentor with the Friends Learning in Pairs (FLIP) program at FiftyForward.

Mrs. Beamon, as she is respectfully called, will be retiring from the FLIP program at the end of this school year. Since 1999, Beamon has tutored 60 students at Cumberland Elementary School and more recently at Robert E. Lillard Design Center. Among the students she has helped, most have increased their reading levels by 1-2 years. She has always been willing to go the extra mile to help make literacy instruction the best it could be by participating in Read Me Week each year and serving as a proctor during TCAP testing.

Over the years, teachers have reported that her relationship with the students was always encouraging and her approach to student learning was one of a kind. “Although she is very active as a volunteer in the community with other projects, FLIP has always held a special place in her heart,” said Sandra Thomas who manages the FLIP program.

Beamon has always had a wonderful attitude, professionalism and high expectations for the students. The students have loved working with her. Through her encouragement they knew they could do it!”

In 2005 she was nominated for the Mary Catherine Strobel Award and was honored and presented the Flora McKean Award for outstanding FLIP volunteer of the year in 2008.

Join the 2014/15 FLIP Tutoring Team Recruitment is underway for Friends Learning in Pairs (FLIP) tutors for the 2014/15 school year. FLIP tutors commit to meeting with students for each week to assist with either literacy or numeracy skills. Tutors work one-on-one with students in grades K-4 in one of 30 Williamson or Davidson county schools. Each FLIP tutor is assigned three to four children with whom they work individually throughout the year to establish a relationship that is critical to the social-emotional component of the program.

FLIP provides training, tutoring materials and recognition for all program participants. And while many of FLIP’s tutors have a background in education, the only requirement for service is the ability to make a commitment for a year and possess a genuine love of learning and children.

FiftyForward works to ensure each volunteer has a meaningful experience that truly makes a difference in the life of a child and the school community.

Our educational partners best describe the importance of FLIP tutors: “I’m not sure I can put into words exactly how important these volunteers are to our struggling students. My students spend 20-30 minutes of one-on-one time with trained and talented volunteers on explicit reading instruction. The activities are engaging, fun, and motivating for students who do not have the benefit of support from home or have low self-esteem impacting their learning.”

-Kristin Reckelhoff, First Grade Teacher,

Taylor Stratton Elementary “Our FLIP volunteers are vital to our success and help us fill in the gaps with our student needs. Without FLIP volunteers, we would not be able to serve many children struggling with grade level content, fluency and sight word recognition.”

-Lance Forman, Principal, McGavock

Elementary School Volunteers interested in our literacy tutoring program should contact Michele Clark at mclark@fiftyforward.org or (615) 8607180.

Volunteers interested in learning more about math tutoring opportunities should contact Sandra Thomas at sthomas@fiftyforward.org or (615) 743-3422.

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FiftyForward Thanks FiftyForward RSVP would like to thank the following organizations for their continued support of our programs: Corporation for National and Community Service Dollar General Literacy Foundation Dan and Margaret Maddox Charitable Fund United Way of Williamson County HCA Foundation Ingram Foundation Nashville Predators Foundation Publix Super Markets Charities Aladdin Foundation Washington Foundation Staples

FiftyForward RSVP’s popular Friends Learning In Pairs (FLIP) program was honored to be one of the recepients of a 2014 Nashville Predators Hockey team grant.

RSVP Associate Director Sandra Thomas and FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan were on hand to accept the donation which will be used to purchase high quality workbooks for the 150 tutors and 600 children participating in the program.

Join FiftyForward RSVP! RSVP has a variety of ongoing volunteer opportunities for individuals 55+: • Community gardening • Food prep and meal delivery for Nashville’s most vulnerable citizens • Transportation and support for veterans If you are interested in serving our community as a RSVP volunteer contact: Robin Johnson, (615) 743-3424 or email rjohnson@fiftyforward.org

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Nashville ICONS continued from page 3 well as being a lifelong citizen of our great city. The audience that was quiet, still, enthralled, and listening to his every word was also lively and engaged as they visited with this iconic leader and visionary following the event. In fact, one gentleman proudly wore a baseball cap to turn the moment into a bit of reunion. The last time the two were together was the early 1940s and Seigenthaler was coaching the then young baseball player in a field near Centennial Park. It’s amazing how these seemingly small things can impact lives in a big way.

As a storied and revered journalist, he is also a family man and an “icon” in protecting First Amendment rights. In 1986, Middle Tennessee State University established the John Seigenthaler Chair of Excellence in First Amendment Studies, honoring Seigenthaler’s “lifelong commitment to free expression.” On Dec. 15, 1991, Seigenthaler founded the First Amendment Center at Vanderbilt University. The center serves as a forum for dialog about First Amendment issues, including freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of religion.

In “A Conversation with John Seigenthaler,” he painted a picture of a young Nashville that has always had a keen eye on celebrating diversity and championing human spirit. As a Nashville native, Seigenthaler knows firsthand about fighting for others since he played a key role as a journalist in the Nashville civil rights pursuit through area sit-ins, the Freedom Riders – and even after suffering a blow to the head during one of the rallies in Alabama while trying to rescue a young woman involved in the efforts – he persevered.

As Seigenthaler praised Nashville’s early leaders for their compassion and dedication to building a strong and vibrant community, he also addressed today’s challenges. He spoke with pride of Nashville’s welcoming spirit and of its growing diversity with distinct populations providing an international flavor to the city. He also challenged that this growth could become an obstacle as we continue to battle issues related to expansion most notably the need for improved transportation.

Recently, the contributions of John Seigenthaler were celebrated with the renaming of the Shelby Street Bridge in his honor. Iconic? Without a doubt. This structure of steel and concrete mirrors a man of conviction and stature who has dedicated his life to advocating for others, celebrating freedoms and contributing to the betterment of humanity.

The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge stands as a gift to the people of Nashville as a rich symbol commemorating the power of one man to bridge communities, people and cultures long into the future.

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Don’t get hooked by an email scam

Email scams

YOU MAY ALREADY BE A WINNER!

By Carolyn Biggers Director, Victory Over Crime

upfront fees. Typically, victims are instructed to wire advanced fees.

IF IT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, THEN IT PROBABLY IS!

CHARITY SCAMS Do not be fooled by unscrupulous people using charities as a way to fill their own pockets. If you are approached by an unfamiliar charity, check it out before making a contribution. The Better Business Bureau has information about national charities. Call 1-703-276-0100 (TOLL-FREE) or go to www.give.org. Ask for written information about the organization. Find out about the caller’s relation to the charity. Is the caller an employee, volunteer or professional fundraiser? How much of the donation goes to the charity? Be aware of fraudulent requests for funds to benefit police or firefighters. Contact your local police or fire department to find out if the requests are true and ask what percentage of donations they receive through this effort.

The following incident is real. The names have been changed for confidentiality reasons.

Ms. Dixon was so excited to receive the call from Julian with plans to meet her at the bank to deliver her Jamaican Lottery winnings. She will finally be able to replace the thousands of dollars she has withdrawn from her various accounts over the past months to participate in the sweepstakes.

Dixon, an 83 year old woman, lives alone in the Davidson County area. She has been a widow for 18 years. Two years ago, she received a mailer with an offer to receive a free lucky charm. The mailer indicated the charm will bring good luck in love and finances. After the charm arrived, she began receiving letters from a psychic who provided Dixon with lucky numbers and predictions of wealth and romance. Dixon also received sweepstakes offers informing her that she had won and need only pay upfront costs to collect the prizes. Dixon received phone calls from these “very kind people,” providing her with instructions on how to collect the winnings. She was advised to purchase money grams, Western Union or Green Dot Money Packs for various amounts to be sent by wire transfer or postal service. As a past winner, Dixon was also encouraged to help other people collect their winnings by sending them the upfront fees to be sent overseas. The callers, whom she now considers friends, have assured Dixon that her generosity will be repaid in full. Anxiously, she waits in the bank parking lot...

LOTTERY OR SWEEPSTAKES SCAMS Lottery and Sweepstake scams are on the rise.

Scam operators are using email, telephone, fax and direct mail to trick people into believing they have won large sums of cash through foreign lotteries.

The scam begins with a notice that you are the winner of a lottery that you did not enter. You may be asked to provide banking, personal, driver’s license or passport information to prove your identity and collect the winnings. If you comply with the request, you have provided enough information for your identity to be stolen. In order to receive the winnings, you must first pay fake

TELEMARKETING SCAMS The National Consumers League estimates a third of all telemarketing fraud victims are age 60 or older. Many older adults believe the telemarketers are nice young men or women trying to make a living. While that may be true for some, there are other telemarketing companies that target older adults with the intention to commit fraud and/ or theft. Crooks can be very friendly, get people excited and be extremely convincing. They can also be relentless in their pursuit with repeated phone calls or mailings with the intent to wear people down. While we would all love to believe that it’s our lucky day and we have won a free trip, car or other valuable prize, the likelihood is not real. The best advice is to hang up and toss the unsolicited mail.

There are hundreds of scams used daily to bilk consumers out of their hard earned dollars. The following are “red flags” of a fraud: • A guarantee that you can win, make or borrow money easily • An urgent message that you must act now or miss out on the opportunity • A refusal to send you written information before you agree to purchase or donate

• An insistence that you must wire money or have a courier pick up your payment • An attempt to scare you into buying or following requests of caller • A refusal to stop calling you after you have asked to not be called again • A request for personal information ( SSN, DOB, Driver’s License #, Bank Account #) to prove your identity and receive prize

S u c c e s s!

Contractor Scams: What You Need to Know In a previous edition of Forward Focus, we told you about Mr. Black who had been taken advantage of when replacing a roof on his home.

Here’s an update: With the help of Victory Over Crime, Black recovered the $5,500 given to a fraudulent contractor.

If you have been the victim of a crime, Victory Over Crime may be able to assist. Eligibility requirements include being age 50+, a resident of Davidson County or crime occurred in Davidson County, crime occurred within the past year and the victim did not participate in the crime. Victory Over Crime provides services to primary and secondary victims of crime.

To make a referral, please call (615) 743-3417.

All calls are confidential.

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Special feature FiftyForward FIRSTS

When was the LAST time you did something for the FIRST time?

Doing something for the first time sometimes can be a scary ordeal. You might feel intimidated, nervous, a bit flustered, but the exhilaration that comes from the experience can boost your self-confidence. At FiftyForward, we embrace “first times.”

When was the last time you said to yourself: “I’ve always thought of trying [this], but never had the courage?”

Firsts vs. “bucket lists” Sally Solesby, Center Director at FiftyForward Knowles, was inspired by the quote: “When was the LAST time you did something for the FIRST time?” It proved to be a sentiment that provoked lively discussion among Knowles members.

The impetus was not to try wild and crazy daredevil feats or to fulfill “bucket lists,” but rather to share in ordinary experiences that one had never thought to try. This idea spawned a whole set of programming ideas.

Kaizen: “continuous improvement” This idea of “firsts” brings to mind the concept of “kaizen.”

A Japanese term meaning “continuous improvement,” kaizen has been an idea mostly used in the business word--to improve products and customer service--but in a personal sense, kaizen is what this idea of “firsts” is all about. FiftyForward embraces this idea of kaizen in its seven active aging centers – programming for lifelong learning, or kaizen, for older adults.

Firsts and brain training Recently many psychological studies have touted the correlation between learning new skills and brain function.

Just this month, NPR’s Lauren Silverman did a story on how learning new skills can help prevent memory loss and strengthen connectivity in the brain (NPR broadcast, May 5, 2014). While playing brain games can increase brain activity and help memory loss, the biggest gains were felt by those who tried to learn new skills. The more difficult the skills, the bigger the gains. Quilting, as it was reported, may not seem like a difficult skill, but for someone who has never done quilting, the skills needed to measure, cut and sew abstract pieces together make the brain work harder to figure out these complex tasks. The same for those who might take up new computer skills. Stretch your brain “muscles” by learning new skills and you may discover a new talent!

“Firsts” inspire new programming In a survey to Knowles members, Solesby and former program assistant, Sadie Schuck, learned that many members had never tried things as simple as growing a plant from seed or riding in an electric car. They were surprised to hear that some members had never even flown

a kite before! The list was inspiring to Sally and Sadie and they are endeavoring to make some of these “first times” come true. Some of the requests include visiting a tattoo parlor, climbing into a cherry picker or 18-wheeler, visiting a Buddhist temple, shooting a free throw at Vanderbilt and visiting the Titans locker rooms. Solesby says she may have her work cut out to grant these firsts this spring, but it is driving some wonderful programming ideas.

“First times can be fun to do with your friends,” says Solesby. “You might be too nervous to try it on your own.

This allows members to stay curious, but with friends.”

Solesby hopes this kind of programming will inspire and motivate members to step out of their normal routine.

She also knows it can be fun and informative, citing the experience with the electric car: “Older adults ask a lot of great questions!”

The “first time” programming has even developed into a Knowles member Connie Crowell volunteering component as several members wondered learned how to quill for the first time. what it would be like to volunteer at an animal shelter or to serve at a soup kitchen. Members were Art One Day even inspired to think of others The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center in a “Pay it Forward” experience has recently launched a new art (paying for someone’s ticket/ program called “Art One Day.” It meal without their knowledge). is designed for those interested in As Solesby hunkers down to plan these exciting experiences for members, FiftyForward hopes you will visit your nearest center and schedule a “first time” experience for yourself.

Visit our website to learn more: fiftyforward.org

Tell us!

If you’re 50+, we want to hear about your “firsts!” Share a story of learning a new skill, trying a new activity, and even discovering a new talent. Send your story to Forward Focus, 174 Rains Ave., Nashville, 37203, attn: Misa Acox or email macox@fiftyforward.org You may read about it here!

pursuing certain art techniques without having to commit to a 6-week course. It is perfect for those who have said “I’d like to try that one day.”

The “Art One Day” workshops so far have featured mixed media/collage and a guided drawing in oil pastels.

Because the center offers 6-week courses in drawing and acrylic painting, the future “Art One Day” workshops will feature more specialized subsets of those particular media, such as portrait drawing and an Introduction to abstract painting. Other future workshops may include watercolor resist techniques, pen and ink drawings, and more!

Art is expressive and unique, meaning anyone can do it. The goal with the “Art One Day” workshops is to give members who are hesitant to try art new ways to express themselves.

For questions or further information, contact: Candace Waligora, Program Coordinator FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center cwaligora@fiftyforward.org (615) 646-9622 ex. 72252 Summer 2014 | 9

FiftyForward special events

Turner at Twilight

FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center presented a preview of new classes and programming targeted specifically for baby boomers at its inaugural Turner at Twilight celebration. Featured among the offerings was a preview of new painting classes, taught by Turner’s own Program Coordinator, Candace Waligora, who demonstrated some of her painting skills at the event.

Members got a chance to see what new “brain games” are being offered at the center. Attendees also enjoyed the music played by guitarist Tom Downing.

For more information on classes at FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center, please visit the website: http://www.fiftyforward.org/locations/turner/

FiftyForward volunteer Barry Coggins honored as finalist for Mary Catherine Strobel Award Many congratulations to Barry Coggins, pictured here with Meals on Wheels director Sharie Loik (left) along with his wife Laurie and FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan (right).

FiftyForward Foster Grandparent Program honors its Grannies Belated Congratulations to Ms. Margaret Martin, of McNeilly Toddler, for being honored with the 2013 Mabel Hopwood Award.

Mary Fitzgerald (center) (15th Ave. Baptist Child Care) counterclockwise Thomas Edwards (Cora Howe Exceptional), Barbara Domingue (Napier), Eliza Eules (15th Ave. Baptist Child Care), Lorraine Roland (Smithson Craighead), Ernestine Zergaw (East End College Prep), Mary Edwards (Cora Howe), Mary Judson Jones (McNeilly CLC), Elnora Terry (McNeilly Child Learning Ctr.), Beatrice Bender (Napier), Carol Rainer (East End College Prep).

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he Mary Catherine Strobel Award is Middle Tennessee’s largest annual luncheon recognizing volunteers who give their time and talents to the Nashville community. Awards are given to those individuals and groups whose volunteer efforts make a lasting impact.

The Strobel Awards were created to honor the legacy of Mary Catherine Strobel, a Nashville volunteer known for her compassion and generosity. Presented by HCA/ TriStar Health and hosted by Hands on Nashville, this year’s luncheon recognition ceremony honored one of FiftyForward’s own. Barry Coggins, a long-time Meals on Wheels volunteer, was honored as a finalist.

Barry Coggins has delivered 7,500+ meals to homebound seniors for 20 years through FiftyForward’s Meals on Wheels program. He has developed many meaningful relationships with more than 100 program clients and for 14 years, he has lent his name and talents to FiftyForward’s annual golf tournament fundraiser for Meals on Wheels.

We salute you, Barry, and are glad to have you on our team! Your efforts positively impact lives every day.

Crown Affair Superlatives Honored in recognition and sincere appreciation for the example set through your thoughfulness and willingness to serve others.

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FiftyForward thanks its 2014 Crown Affair sponsors: Lifetime Sponsors

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AMSURG Corp.

AT&T Baptist Healing Trust Gold Sponsors Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP Caterpillar Financial Corporation Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund Dollar General Cigna-HealthSpring Dorothy Cate and Thomas F. Frist Foundation First Tennessee Bank HCA/TriStar Lipscomb University Louie M. and Betty M. Phillips Foundation INDUSCO Lipman Brothers Regions Bank Lisle Parham Wealth Management SunCrest Home Health Nashville Electric Service Louise B. Wallace Foundation National Healthcare/Richland Place Piedmont Natural Gas Pinnacle Financial Partners SunTrust Tennessee Valley Authority UBS Financial Services Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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FiftyForward Special Events

25th Annual

Crown Affair

On April 10, FiftyForward hosted its 25th annual Crown Affair. It was a gorgeous night for a party and the decor was elegant and festive. This special event raises funds for the many programs and services across FiftyForward that serve adults 50+.

This year we honored three Nashville community leaders: Aileen Katcher, longtime FiftyForward volunteer who was crucial in leading our rebranding and whose invaluable advice has guided our PR initiatives, was honored with the Crowning Achievement Award. Jerry Williams, Executive Director of Leadership Nashville whose own leadership has shaped many Nashville careers, also was honored with the Crowning Achievement Award. Michael Aulisio, a FiftyForward board member who co-chairs the Communications Committee and has lent his expertise to the FiftyForward social media campaign, was honored with the Shining Star Award.

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FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan (left) congratulates the Crown Affair honorees: Aileen Katcher (second from left), Michael Aulisio and Jerry Williams.

Sally and Tony Hoffman headed our Crown Affair Committee this year. They pose here with Joe Chickey, FiftyForward Endowment Board Chair (in back) and FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan (right).

Sue Love and Kim Yearwood enjoy some of the night’s featured wine selections. Yearwood, a well-known community actor, was the featured speaker for the evening’s event and spoke about what FiftyForward offers to its members and community.

Mercedes Lytle, FiftyForward Board President - Elect, shares a laugh with Don Greene, FiftyForward Board President.

FiftyForward Madison Station held its annual Whistlestop celebration this past March and as always, it’s a full house and a lot of laughs!

NewsChannel5’s Lelan Statom was the guest emcee for the evening. Sandy Wray, featured in the NPR documentary, Aging Matters, was honored as Senior of the Year.

FiftyForward Madison Station Center Director Kelsey Mahaffey (left) and Program and Volunteer Manager Sam Garlock (right) congratulated Senior of the Year honoree Sandy Wray.

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For more information on Whistlestop, contact Kelsey Mahaffey, kmahaffey@ fiftyforward.org; (615) 860-7180.

NewsChannel5’s Lelan Statom

Nancy Potts, Phil Ponder, and Joann North enjoy some conversation at Whistlestop.

FiftyForward Special Events

FiftyForward special events

Hats Off to Bordeaux!

FiftyForward Bordeaux kicked off its 5th annual Hats Off to Bordeaux celebration with oohs and aahs. From the lovely centerpieces and the spectacular hats on display to the attendees and hat models, it was a beautiful event. Hosted by State Representative Brenda Gilmore and emceed by NewsChannel5’s Lelan Statom, Hats Off to Bordeaux celebrates community.

“It has been my pleasure to be a part of fund- and friend-raising at Hats Off to Bordeaux since the initial event in 2009,” said Gilmore. “FiftyForward Hats off to Bordeaux! continues to be a highly anticipated occasion where like-minded community members come together to celebrate fashion, community and one another. This event provides critical resources to help improve the quality of life for older adults.”

State Representative Brenda Gilmore hosted the event for the fifth year and NewsChannel5’s Lelan Statom served as guest emcee.

Hat model Scotty Barter (top right) walks the runway.

Atendees included the Red Hatters, several candidates out to “meet and greet” potential voters, and members of FiftyForward Bordeaux. Robbie Williams was honored as FiftyForward Bordeaux Volunteer of the Year.

Robbie Williams (near right) is honored as FiftyForward Bordeaux Volunteer of the Year and is congratulated by FiftyForward Director of Active Aging Lori Corley (far right).

All proceeds from Hats Off to Bordeaux benefit FiftyForward Bordeaux to provide active aging programming for the Bordeaux community.

Brenda Hunter (below right) shows off a wonderful millinery creation.

Lois Winston (left) and Barbara Williams (right) offer a smile showing off their Red Hatter style.

Aging Matters FiftyForward hosted the preview event for NPT’s newest documentary, Aging Matters, to a full house. Community members enjoyed a delicious box lunch, the preview showing and the panel discussion afterwards.

Special thanks to Beth Curley, NPT Executive Director, guest moderator Vickie Harris and the panel: Dr. Ralf Habermann, Rev. Dr. Richard Gentzler, AARP’s Rebecca Kelly and FiftyForward’s Executive Associate Director Adrienne Newman.

The documentary aired this spring on NPT. Jacqueline Yarbrough (left) and FiftyForward Executive Director Janet Jernigan share a laugh and story as Yarborogh presented a donation to FiftyForward Bordeaux on behalf of CGS Administrators.

Carol Creswell-Betsch, NPT Community Advisory Board Chair (left), chats with Beth Curley, NPT Executive Director (center) and Janet Jernigan, FiftyForward Executive Director (right).

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Events Across FiftyForward

FiftyForward special events calendar

Join FiftyForward for some summer fun!

June 16-20, June 23-27

The FiftyForward Senior Center for the Arts and The Larry Keeton Theatre present The Keeton Kids Summer Camp for Kids, designed to foster and encourage young performers from ages 6-16. The program will culminate in a presentation of Seussical, the Musical. The price for each week is $150; $300 for both weeks. The camp runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information, please call (615) 883-8375 or visit the website larrykeetontheatre.org. (see ad on previous page)

July 24

In the first of its summer concert series, FiftyForward Madison Station hosts An Intimate Evening with Mandy Barnett (see ad on previous page).

Tickets will go quickly! Madison Station will host three evenings of music this summer; tickets range from $20-$25. Purchase tickets to all three shows for $70 (includes dinner and show) by calling (615) 860-7180.

August 28

FiftyForward Madison Station hosts a celebration of the 1950s and 60s with Kenny and the Krooners. To purchase tickets ($20), call (615) 860-7180.

June 24

FiftyForward Martin Center will present its annual Music and Memories, featuring Melinda Doolittle. The event includes a special VIP reception at the Martin Center, followed by a concert at the Franklin Theatre. For tickets, call (615) 376-0102. Don’t wait! This event sells out quickly!

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Looking Forward...

November 15, 2014

Don’t miss Viva la Diva! Registration is now open!

FiftyForward’s 5K and 10K run benefits FiftyForward programs and services. Join us for a fun-filled morning with music, dancing, Zumba and of course, the race!

To register as an individual or team, visit vivaladivarun.org.

FiftyForward Knowles welcomes NPR’s Rob Gordon for an hour of Radio Bloopers and Piano Jazz, at 10:30 a.m. For more information or to RSVP for the event, please call (615) 743-3400.

July 11, 12

Bookworms, don’t miss this book sale! FiftyForward Knowles will host a Gigantic Book Sale, Friday and Saturday, July 11 &12, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hardcover books will sell for $1; paperbacks, 3/$1. For more information, call (615) 743-3400.

July 17

Come sing a variety of music with us! FiftyForward Knowles offers up a fun summer singing camp, Thursdays, July 17 through August 28. For more information, call Sally Solesby, (615) 743-3400; or email ssolesby@fiftyforward.org.

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FiftyForward Travel

See the sights with FiftyForward Travel in 2014 Secure your place on any of these upcoming exciting adventures!

June 4 – 6, 2014 Mystery Tour June 15 – 21, 2014 Niagara Falls, NY and Toronto, Canada Cost is $659 pp/dbl. with $75 pp deposit. (Note, seats are selling quickly).

July 25 – 31, 2014 Yellowstone and the Wild West (Highlights include Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Park City) Cost is $1,995 pp/dbl. with $300 pp deposit; final payment is due 5/1/14.

Sept. 28 – Oct. 6, 2014 Cuba (Highlights include Trinidad, Cienfuegos, Havana, Cuban Fine Arts Museum, and Casa Fuster.)

Cost is $4,599pp/dbl. with $250 pp deposit due by 4/21/14; final payment is due 7/30/14.

Oct. 16 – 25, 2014 Hawaii Land and Cruise (Highlights include Honolulu - including Pearl Harbor, the Polynesian Cultural Center with luau, Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Kauai.)

Prices range from $4,548 pp/dbl to $5,332 for balcony cabin; Deposit of $500 pp is due by 4/1/14.

Nov. 3 – 12, 2014 Italy (Highlights include Rome, Colosseum, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Chianti Winery, Venice, Murano Island, Como, and Lugano, Switzerland.)

Cost is $3,699 pp/dbl with a deposit of $250 pp due by 4/28/14; final payment is due by 9/4/2014.

Dec. 4 – 5, 2014 Memphis, Tenn. and Christmas at Graceland (Highlights include a trip to Graceland as well as to the legendary Peabody Hotel to witness the world famous ducks who march across the hotel’s lobby every evening).

Cost is $325 pp/dbl, $385 single. Triple and quads are available. Non-members FiftyForward members please add $10 per person. $100 deposit is due at signup, with final payment due Nov. 1, 2014.

Janice Judd, FiftyForward Travel Coordinator, is ready and waiting to book your next travel adventure.

Call Janice at (615) 883-8375 or email her at jjudd@fiftyforward.org.

For more information, visit www.fiftyforward.org/travel/ Call to reserve your spot today!

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On the Road with

Joan

Join Joan “on the road” for these glorious summer daytrips June 19: Red Barn Winery – Lafayette, Tenn.

Take a tour, have lunch and enjoy wine tasting at this 100-year old barn now used for weddings, tastings and social events. Transportation, tour and lunch – $37 July 17: Historic Sewanee, Tenn.

Join this trip with guide Jim Wilson, an alumnus of Sewanee University one of the oldest university in the South. The tour includes a number of sites including a visit to the beautiful All Saints Chapel. Lunch will be at the Blue Chair Bakery, a favorite of university students. Tour and lunch – $38

August 14: BLUEGRASS USA in Sparta, Tenn.

Sparta is rich in music and bluegrass heritage.

Visit Miss Marenda’s Tea Room for lunch and then visit the Upstairs Treasures. As seen on Tennessee Crossroads, this cozy venue has something for everyone. Browse for antiques & collectibles and enjoy a guided riding tour of the historic homes in the district. Lunch on your own; transportation – $28

For more information on these trips, please visit fiftyforward.org/travel or contact Joan Sincerbox, (615) 646-0059 or email Joan.sincerbox@comcast.net.

Nutrition

Food & Wine

Together

A Foodie “FIRST”

Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Last month I tasted Brussels sprouts for the first time. My husband had never tried them either. Neither of our mothers had ever cooked them for our family.

We roasted them in a very hot oven which gave the outside a crunch while keeping the inside moist and tender.

2 tablespoons minced garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large head cauliflower separated into florets 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste

Roasting vegetables is a great way to easily cook an assortment of vegetables to feed a crowd or just a couple. If there are some that require a longer cooking time just put them in the microwave for a few minutes prior to roasting in the oven. Tossing vegetables in a seasoned oil mixture keeps them from drying out and helps to flavor them. Line the roasting pan with foil or parchment paper to keep cleanup to a minimum. Be careful not to crowd them or they will steam instead of roast. We both now love Brussels sprouts!

Heat oven to 450. Place olive oil and garlic in a large resealable bag. Add cauliflower and shake to mix. Place cauliflower on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake for 25 minutes stirring halfway through.

Top with Parmesan cheese and broil for 3 to 5 minutes until brown.

Here is a recipe that we enjoy from Real Simple®magazine.

Warm Weather Wine Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pecans 2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved 1 cups pecans roughly chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic finely chopped kosher salt black pepper Heat oven to 400. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts, pecans, oil, garlic, ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper. Roast until golden and tender, about 20 minutes.

The culinary skills of Patricia Hart Building Events Manager Deborah Stillwell are well known, especially to her family, FiftyForward members, and facility renters who request in-house catering. A self-confessed foodie, she loves to revamp standard fare in a whole new, heart-healthy way. She teaches cooking seminars using fresh herbs, and her yummy recipes are regularly featured in the Knowles Center’s First Monday lunches. If you would like to ask Deborah for an alternative recipe for one of your favorite foods, contact her at dstillwell@fiftyforward.org.

Complement warm weather meals with a crisp and lively wine. Airfield Estates produces a light-bodied, dry, and refreshing Washington State Sauvignon Blanc that wakes up your taste buds with vibrant flavors and aromas of grapefruit and lemon-lime zest. The well balanced acidity sparks a clean, crisp finish that pairs perfectly with summer salads, lemon and herb baked or grilled fish, chicken as well as roasted vegetables from the oven or grill. Washington State has the perfect climate for growing grapes and produces lush and fruity yet balanced wines.

The long, warm sunny days and cool nights are just right for producing some of the best mouthwatering wines in the United States offering a balance of lush, ripe fruit while retaining beautiful acidity. These wines are great for pairing with food, friends and summer evenings. Cheers!

Lisa Mays lends her wine expertise to Deborah’s healthy recipes. Lisa is a local wine enthusiast and educator who earned an WSET Level 3 Advanced Certification in Wines & Spirits. Her “inner wine spirit” is on a mission to help others experience the same joy she gets from Food and Wine pairings. Check out her website and blog www.winewithlisa.com for great selections, pairings and recipes.

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Special Feature: Technology

Texting Lingo-FTW! For anyone who texts a younger generation by smartphone—your children or grandchildren—you may have noticed certain texting lingo that is used over and over again. What does LOL mean? BTW? FTW? FiftyForward has put together a dictionary of terms that will assist you in keeping up with the most basic of texting lingo. Maybe you’ll even find something here you didn’t know and can use with others…be ahead of the curve!

LOL: Laugh out Loud, not Lots of Love ROFL: Rolling on Floor Laughing TTYL: Talk to you later IMO: In my opinion Brb: Be right back Idk: I don’t know Ikr: I know, right?

Plz: Please Thx: Thanks

Btw: By the way ILU: I love you ISO: In search of Jk: Just kidding FTW: For the win Omg: Oh my G*d TMI: Too much information And of course, xoxo: hugs and kisses

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We hope this helps. Feel free to drop us a line and tell us your favorite texting lingo. We may include it in the next issue of Forward Focus. Write Misa Acox, editor, macox@fiftyforward.org. Thx!

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It’s Just Stuff!

Vintage sewing machines are all the rage As wearers and heirs of the generations of people who wore clothing made by our mothers, we treasure the machines at which they labored. We haven’t always known where in our homes or lives they belonged. Fortunately, a new day in sewing machine collecting and appreciation has arrived!

find small, early electric machines, with case, attachments, and original paper work that has been tucked away in a closet, basement, or attic. Although these small, early electric machines have consistently sold for more than $300 to crafters and quilters, most other machines have, for decades, sold slowly at tag sales for $45 to $135.

Sewing machines made for home use were first marketed in 1889. Prior to this, people handstitched their clothing unless they were able to The interest in re-purposing visually appealing hire a seamstress or tailor. Professionals who pieces and parts of old sewing machines has made clothing had access to mechanized sewing radically affected this market and the way we machines look at once neglected by 1850. machines. Today, a sewing Within machine’s cabinet drawers, of old sewing the 50 cast iron legs, pedals, and machines is almost as popular as the use years from brass-rimmed wheel will invention to sell for more than three of its interesting parts as visual art. home use times that of most intact there was machines. a frenzy of I realize many of you inventions, improvements, and patents. Promising

haven’t the stomach for to make 250 stitches a minute, a sewing machine disassembling your old machine, but young nesters was considered the most time saving device for in their 20s and 30s might enjoy and remember women in the Victorian era. Anyone with access to a day spent with you telling stories about the a river or railroad could have a machine delivered machine – while they take it apart! In the process for as little as $8. they might find parts that might make a towel or I rarely visit a house without a sewing machine. tool rack, keepsake boxes made from slender oak Most people have an iron base, treadle machine. drawers, or even legs for a new tabletop. A lift-top Many of you also have a 1960s electric sewing cover is a tempting slice of seriously seasoned oak machine -- or two. In one in five homes I typically that might be put to modern use, as well. Levers, pulls, name-plates, cogs and gears of all sewing machines represent the newly popular, industrial īŽƌĚĂďůĞ ƉĂƌƚŵĞŶƚ ,ŽŵĞƐ EKt theme in collecting. I dare ĨŽƌ ƐĞŶŝŽƌƐ ĂŐĞ ϲϮн say, few pieces will be > ^/E'͊ wasted if the choice of reX ^ƚƵĚŝŽ ĂŶĚ ϭͲ Z ŇŽŽƌ ƉůĂŶƐ X hƟůŝƚLJ ĂůůŽǁĂŶĐĞ purposing use is an option.

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They often pay higher prices for rare machines.

In general, complete, working machines from the 1960s with a simple, flat top cabinet sell today from $65 to $125. Small, functioning early electric, portable machines with case, instructions, and attachments sell easily for more than $375.

Treadle machines still sell for as little as $100 in a liquidation sale, to more than $400 for a restored machine that sews like it was new. A quick, online search of your machine’s maker and model is advised before selling.

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Forward Focus, a quarterly publication of FiftyForward, has a circulation of 35,000 and is distributed in Davidson and Williamson counties. Forward Focus is mailed to members of FiftyForward, as well as key donors and select community and business leaders. Copies are available at all public libraries and inserted in Mature Lifestyles in March, June, September and December.

We accept camera-ready ads, but layout and composition services are available.

The deadline for placing an ad is the first of the month preceding publication. For more information, contact Bob Neuman, Advertising Manager, at (615) 885-6556 or email rmneuman@comcast.net.

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