J . L . Tu r n e r C e n t e r March Newsletter FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being, and lifelong learning. March 2015
Letter from the Director Dear FiftyForward Turner Center Membership: Thank you so much for your hospitality during my time as Interim Director. You have been helpful to the staff team during this transitional time. I have enjoyed being with you and plan to continue to visit you. The executive team at FiftyForward is currently interviewing candidates for the Director position and will be inviting some center members to participate in the final interviews. I will be leaving Nashville for a seasonal job in Mt. Rainier National Park, starting in April. Our hope is that we will have a new director prior to my departure. Thank you again for giving me the opportunity to assist you and the staff team. Glenna Orr
Learning How to ‘COAP’ With Aging
more, all in a supportive environment. COAP weekly meetings are held in Nashville at Aging can be challenging for Brook Hollow Baptist Church anyone, but it can be especially (678 Brook Hollow Road). They difficult watching your loved are open to the public, free of ones face the challenges of charge, and, best of all, they are a aging. FiftyForward has resource for you or a loved one to developed a program, COAP help cope with aging. For more (Children of Aging Parents), for information and to find out the the specific purpose of helping schedule, contact FiftyForward people cope with such Knowles at 615-743-3400. challenges as managing memory loss, finding needed services, locating retirement communities, deciding when it’s time to stop driving, and
Break Bread and Hear a Story of Faith Karen Trotter Elley is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in newspapers and magazines, including the Christian Science Monitor, the Seattle-Post Intelligencer, the Tennessean and the Toledo Blade. For more than 12 years, she was on the staff of BookPage as a production designer and writer. Karen lives in Nashville with her husband Michael. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Touched by an Angel is her first book contribution. She will be here at the center as a special guest speaker at our March potluck. Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to hear her story of faith and divine intervention. Her husband, accomplished musician Michael Elley, will also be performing.
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Special Events
(all events are free unless otherwise indicated)
(FF1) Qigong: Tuesdays in March at 10:00a.m. A Chinese system of physical exercises and breath control related to Tai Chi. (FF1) 20 & 30 minute Reiki Appointments: Tuesdays in March beginning at 11:00a.m. Sign up with an Ambassador or Turner Center staff person. Cost $15 for 20 min. and $22 for 30 min. (FF1) (CE) Beginning Bridge Class: Tuesdays in March from 1:00p.m.—3:00p.m. Ensworth Technology Day: Friday, March 6 from 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m. OR 12:30p.m. - 2:30p.m. Bellevue Caregivers Group: Tuesday, March 10 from 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. (CE) Davidson County Poll Officials Needed: Wednesday, March 18 at 11:30a.m. Fun Friday! Chain Game: Friday, March 20 at 11:45a.m. Reservation required for lunch. (FF1) Shiatsu Facial Massage: Relaxes facial muscles and induces the flow of vigor through the face. Thursday, March 26 at 10:00a.m. Cost $5. (CE) Potluck/Touched by an Angel: Special guest speaker will share her miraculous story of faith and divine intervention. Friday, March 27 at 11:30 a.m. Supper Club at Nachos: Monday, March 30 at 4:30 p.m. Meet us at the restaurant. CE- indicates a Community Event which is open to the public. FF1 - FiftyForward 1st
On The Road with Joan—MOTORCOACH March Trip: Nashville’s Historic Churches Tour in Nashville, Tennessee. Wednesday, March 11, 2015. $30 per person (lunch is on your own). April Trip: Dutch Maid Bakery in Tracy City, Tennessee. Thursday, April 9, 2015. $43 per person includes trip, lunch, and gratuity. May Trip: Tour of Russellville, Kentucky. Enjoy a guided riding tour of this historic city. Thursday, May 21, 2015. $30 per person (lunch is on your own). Make reservations with Joan Sincerbox at joan.sincerbox@comcast.net or 615-646-0059.
Art Programs Art One Day: Watercolor and Ink - Thursday, March 19 from 10:30a.m.-1:30p.m. Enjoy a relaxing workshop on creating beautiful works of art with watercolor paints and drawing pens. You will learn an easy trick for creating intricate black and white images complemented with beautiful washes of color. Cost $25—includes all supplies. See the sample in lobby.
Inclement Weather Policy Staff are to report to the FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center when there is inclement weather. In the event that Davidson County schools are closed, ALL center programming will be cancelled including classes, trips, events, and activities. The Center Director can use their discretion as to whether the center should be closed early, thereby allowing members and staff extra time to get home safely. If the school system is closed for an extended period of time, the center director has the discretion to resume center programming before the school system returns to a normal schedule.
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Field Trips
SMART (Scrap Made ART) Thrift Store Trip: Thursday, March 5 at 10:00a.m. $6
Bluebird Café: Monday, March 9 at 8:45a.m. $5
Mystery Trip - Solve the clues & your trip might be FREE: Wednesday, March 11 at 9:00a.m. $10
The Parthenon Tour: Thursday, March 12 at 11:15a.m. $6
“Lunch & Bowl” at Franklin Lanes (lunch cost included): Tuesday, March 24 at 11:15a.m. $15
Music for Seniors featuring Nashville Children’s Choir at Bridgestone Arena: Monday, March 23 at 8:30 a.m. $8
Lunchin’ Around at Five Chefs—Tuesday, March 24 at 9:45a.m. $7
Cancellation, Credit and Refund Policies effective March 1, 2015 for the FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center * The Turner Center requires at least a 24 hour notice of cancellation for you to receive credit/refund. * Credits expire three (3) months from the date they are issued. * We will issue refunds in the form of a check mailed to your home address for any amount over $20. See a FiftyForward staff member for any questions.
Groups Creating Memoirs Group: Tuesday, March 10 at 1:00p.m. New Members Welcome! Walking Group with Regena: Wednesdays from 8:00a.m to 9:00a.m. Photography Group: Wednesday, March 4 at 10:00a.m. Sit & Knit: Fridays from 9:00a.m. - 11:30a.m. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Line Dance: Intermediate/Advanced class each Friday at 10:30a.m. Contact Louise at lgoodman00@comcast.net Book Club/Written Memories Group: Thursday, March 26 at 1:00p.m. March is a written memories month.
Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Fridays at 9:00a.m. March 6: The Unknown 20 - What was discovered during the relocation of a cemetery at the Nashville Zoo? – Tori Mason and Dr. Shannon Hodge with the Nashville Zoo at Grasmere and MTSU respectively, will discuss what turned into an opportunity to learn more about 20 individuals whose history was nearly lost to time. March 13: Plans for new Bellevue High School - Dr. Sheri Weiner, District Councilwoman, will present new site plans for the development of Bellevue's new high school. March 20: Tennesseans West - Tom Wood, local author, presents an anthology of historical fiction from five Tennessee authors, based on real Tennesseans who made their mark on the old West. March 27: Red River Meetinghouse and the Second Great Awakening - Laura and Steve Gove will discuss what brings visitors from all over the nation, and other countries to a little historic site in our backyard.
Turner at Twilight is geared towards “baby boomers”, but all members age 50+ are welcome!
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center 8101 Hwy 100 Nashville, TN 37221 Phone: 615-646-9622 Fax: 615-673-8729 AOA Hotline: 615-743-6222 Website: www.fiftyforward.org www.facebook.com/FiftyForwardJLTurnerCenter E-mail: Glenna Orr, Interim Center Director Nicole Longuevan, Program and Volunteer Manager, nlonguevan@fiftyforward.org Candace Jones, Program Coordinator, cjones@fiftyforward.org Joan Sincerbox, On the Road with Joan Travel Coordinator, joansincerbox@comcast.net or (615) 646-0059
Please look at the insert in this newsletter and see what fun evening/weekend activities we have planned for this month.
Announcements Outback Project Spring Wish List Spring is in the air, and our garden behind the center needs your help. We need the following:
TECHNOLOGY DAY Bring your laptops, smart phones, tablets and your questions on how to operate them as Ensworth High School students spend a “Service Learning” day with us! Friday, March 6 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. OR 12:30p.m. - 2:30p.m.
Volunteers
Weed block landscape fabric
Long handle shovel
Pitchfork
Trenching tool
Straight line rake Labeled flower seeds
Gift card from Ace or Home Depot
Games Sudoku: Monday, March 2 from 10:30a.m.-Noon. Contact Howard at hnphorn@aol.com. NEW MEMBERS are encouraged to attend. Mah-Jongg: Tuesdays, 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Contact Jane at 218-7647 or janemock@comcast.net. Bridge: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:45a.m.-3p.m. Contact Ed at 646-9202. Canasta Players: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m-3p.m. Contact Sharon at sharonreesor@bellsouth.net. NEW MEMBERS are encouraged to attend. Cribbage Crew: Tuesday, March 10 and 24 at 1:00pm. Please bring a snack to share! Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, March 19 at Noon. Please bring a snack to share!