FiftyForward Knowles February 2018 newsletter

Coming up in FEBRUARY First Monday Lunch Mon, Feb 5, NOON Tai Chi

Wednesdays Con’t. — Mar 1, 10:00 am Tea Time

Tuesdays Con’t. — Feb 27, 2:00 pm Inspiration Class Wednesdays 11:00 am Pool Party Mon Feb 12, NOON Pancake Day Tue Feb 13, 12:30 pm Valentine’s Day Party Wed Feb 14, NOON President’s Day Celebration Mon Feb 19, NOON Dancing with Parkinson’s Kick-off Mon Feb 26, 11:30 am Knowles Gardening Group Meeting Tue Feb 27, 1:00 pm

KnowlesKnows February 2018 Pool Party — we are having a Pool Party Come join us as we break in the new pool table at Knowles. It is sure to be a fun afternoon of fun!

Monday February 12th at 12:00 p.m.

Pancake Day Celebration — Join us for Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras. We are always looking for a reason to enjoy good food. Join us for Pancakes on Tuesday February 13, 2018 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Enjoy good laughs and loads of pancakes.

Valentine’s Day Dance – DJ, Potluck, King and Queen, Dance Contest and more. Join us for a day of love and fun on Wednesday February 14, 2018 at 12:00 p.m.

President’s Day Fun! On Monday, February 19, 2018 12:00-1:30 p.m. Snacks will be served. we will celebrate President’s Day in a fun way! Ever wanted to be President? Well join us for an afternoon of fun.

Black History Month Celebration! Knowles and Donelson Centers will celebrate Black History Month together with a Lunch and Learn featuring a Presentation on “The History of HBCU’s (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). Join us for an afternoon of fun!

Monday February 26, 2018 10:45 a.m.

Lunch & Learn Health Series   

Tuesday, Feb 6th at 11:30 Tuesday, Feb 13th at 10:30 Monday, Feb 326h at 10:45

Day Trips 

Captain D’s, ALDI, Bargain Hunt Wed Feb 7, 0:30 am.

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O’Charley’s

Thu Feb 15, 10:15 am. 

Carol Ann’s Café

Thu Feb 22, 10:00 am.

Parkinson’s Exercise — we will be kicking off our work with providing exercise options for individuals with Parkinson’s. The event will be a kick-off and will feature a Dessert Bar, a speaker from the Parkinson’s Association, a Demo class featuring some of the exercise option Knowles offers for members with Parkinson’s. Monday February 26, 2018 11:30 a.m.

NOTE: This is also open to individuals who do not have Parkinson’s Disease.

Kim’s Korner

I hope this newsletter finds you doing well. What a whirlwind January we had! There were days filled with beautiful sunshine and other days filled with snowy skies and icy roads, but all and all, we have made it to see another great year. February will be a month of fun and celebrating. It will also be a good time for us to prepare ourselves mentally and physically, before we spring into action for all our spring and summer activities. Join us for our big Valentine's Day party/dance on February 14th. We are also looking forward to some great day trips and awareness classes. During the month of February we will celebrate Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras, President’s Day and Black History Month. Join us for these fun and informative events. With all the fun taking place, the month of February is sure to fly by quickly.

February is the month of love. Join us again this February as we "search for hearts". Members who find a heart throughout the center can turn it in for a piece of chocolate. Please review your calendar for other great activities.!

Birthdays in FEBRUARY

Ossie’s Quote of the Month

Meekins, Frank

Felts, Kathy

“Faith does not rely on knowing anything with

Jefferson-Corley, Ossie

Foster, Barbara

certainty, it requires only the courage to accept

Adkisson, Alice

Peck, Larry

that whatever happens is for the highest good.”

Hoffman, John

Werth, Sandra

Knoch, Elizabeth

Peck, Janice

-Dan Millman

What’s New ?

There are several events planned that will lead up to our spring classes and events: Gardening Club —— we will have a gardening club meeting on February 27th at 1:00 p.m.

This meeting will set the tone for how the gardening club will operate for 2018. We will also be deciding roles and electing officers for 2018. If you have an interest in the gardening club, please join us for this meeting.

Art Fun —— there will be several opportunities for Art Classes for 2018. If you have an interest in art, please join us for a meeting on March 7th 10:45 a.m. While there are currently no plans for a formal Art Program, we would like to discuss what options do exist for 2018.

Men’s Group —— the Men's Group is back for 2018. They will meet every fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m.

Reghan’s Remarks Happy February Everyone! Our fun fact for this month is…. February frequently occurs in lists of the most commonly misspelt words in the English language. Last year, a press release from the White House consistently spelt it as F e b u r a r y !

Now, let’s talk about what we have going on in the month of February here at the Knowles Center. Our fine Tea Time group and I are starting a Monthly Give Back Program. Starting at First Monday Lunch in March you will see a basket for canned foods, socks, Ramen noodles etc. (whatever you want to give). After each First Monday Lunch, these items will be taken to our Community Blessing Box for those individuals in our community in need! I hope this is something we can all become involved in! There is no limit or requirement, anything you are able to give will be appreciated! We are very excited to start this here at the FiftyForward Knowles Center. What better way to start the New Year!!!

As for the day trips this month we have: Captain D’s, ALDI and Bargain Hunt, O’Charley’s, and Carol Ann’s Café! Some of these trips are almost full, already, so please give us a call and put your name on the list if you plan to attend a trip. Finally, we have a couple BIG events this month starting with (of course) 1. First Monday Lunch, Valentine’s Day Party (wear your favorite red and white outfit because we may have a SURPRISE for you!). 2. Valentine’s Party is also a POTLUCK event so make sure to bring a dish and we will provide the meat. 3. Our Parkinson’s Kick-Off party where we will have demonstration class for future classes here at the center and 4. Our Pool Party to kick off the Knowles Center getting a new pool table! This event is also POTLUCK so bring some finger foods and join us for the fun!

REMINDERS

We want to remind you of our Inclement Weather Policy — On days when Davidson Co. Metro Schools are closed due to inclement weather, all Center classes, trips and special programs, including Metro Meals, will be cancelled; however the Center will remain open (pool table, tv, cards, etc.) If Metro/State offices are closed due to inclement weather, all FiftyForward Centers/ Offices will be closed.

We will keep our phone number updated and Facebook page updated with the Center status in the event of inclement weather.

First Monday Lunch — Just a reminder first Monday Lunch has increased to $6.00 Snack Time — Knowles has snacks available for purchase. The cost is $.50! Hopefully, this will make our long days a little easier on the stomach. Also, please don't forget you’re always welcome to bring your lunch-there is a fridge and microwave available in the break area for member use!

Coming up…

AGING MASTERY PROGRAM We are looking to gauge the interest of those members interested in being a part of a Mastery in Aging Class. The classes will be offered in June-July on Tuesdays 10:30-12:00. Lunch/Breakfast or Snack is served, incentives for those in attendance and loads of learning in terms how to age with grace and knowledge.

“The National Council on Aging (“NCOA) created the Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) to develop new expectations, norms, and pathways for people aged 50 to 100, to make the most of their gift of longevity.”

- Celeste, Instructor This year there is no cost to attend, however seats will be limited. The program this year has been revamped to be even better than last year. There will be a meeting on April 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. to explain the program. Sign-ups will begin in April 3rd.