Madison August newsletter 2013

The Whistlestop Newsletter

August 2013 Happenings FiftyForward Madison Station 301 Madison St, Madison, TN 37115 ph:(615) 860-7180 www.fiftyforwardmadisonstation.org

Hours of Operation: Monday—Thursday, 7a.m.—4:30 p.m., Fridays until 3:30p.m.

Tell Us What You Really Think!

Can you believe August is here? School is starting soon, but summer is still going strong! Those of you with email should have received an electronic survey for feedback regarding our center.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to fill this out. A copy of the survey can also be found in this newsletter for those of you without email. We would appreciate a few minutes of your time to fill this out. Names are not needed. It has been several years since we have done a survey of our membership and we look forward to your feedback. Completed surveys can be handed in at the front desk or mailed back in. Thank you for all you do to make FiftyForward Madison Station the best it can be!

Our Mission: FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, wellwell-being and lifelong learning.

August Special Events and Announcements Tasty Tuesday in August!

Aloha! We will be celebrating the August Tasty Tuesday with a luau on Tuesday, August 20 at 11:30 a.m. Bring your lei and wear your tropical colors while we enjoy the last days of summer! Tickets are $5 and must be purchased by Friday, August 16.

Big Bingo Night!

Get excited because we are having another Big Bingo Night on Thursday, August 15 from 5-7 p.m. The prizes will be wonderful and there is a chance to win a $50 coverall prize!! It is just $5 a ticket and includes a Whitt’s BBQ packed dinner. Don’t miss your chance to bingo and hang out with friends.

Comedy Show Dinner Theater!

Cheryl Jackson and Charlie McCoin team up to keep all of us laughing. They are the dynamic duo of comedy with a Southern flare. Separately they have entertained audiences around the country using their southern humor and charm, and now they are teaming up for a night of family friendly fun and laughter. The show is on Thursday, August 22. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7p.m. Tickets are $18 each.

You may reserve a table if you have 7 people at your table. See the front desk for details. Sponsored by Phillips Robinson Funeral Home.

Dr. Wang talk and musical performance Nashville based eye surgeon, Dr. Ming Wang, will present an informative and educational vision care talk for members and guests of Fifty Forward Madison Station at 3:30 PM on Thursday, August 29. In addition, He will demonstrate his musical abilities with the “er hu”, a Chinese musical instrument similar to the violin.

Accompanying the doctor will be classic guitarist, composer and close friend, Carlos Enrique Gonzalez. The even is free to attend but please sign up at the front desk so we know how many people are attending.

“An Evening At Amqui” "An Evening At Amqui" will take place Tuesday, September 5 at Amqui Station & Visitor's Center, FiftyForward's next door neighbor. Tennessee's First Lady Crissy Haslam will be the guest speaker. In addition to a great speaker, there will also be hors d'oeurves from CRAVE catering, entertainment and art. The Amqui Station Board is generously giving our members the discounted ticket price of $20.00 per person. If you would like to purchase a ticket, please stop by the reception desk.

New Van on the Horizon Thanks to a generous donation during our matching campaign, we are now able to begin the process of purchasing a new van. Our old Dodge is on its last leg, and a new van was desperately needed. We will be researching the available options to make the best decision. We hope to have our new “wheels” by the end of the year!

Oasis Seminar Presented by Cindy Hancock with Oasis In Home Care, this seminar will be held on Tuesday, August 20 at 1:00 p.m. At time of print, the topic for this month had not yet been released. Door prizes!

No Blood Pressure Check 8/20There will be no blood pressure check on Tuesday, August 20.

Come on Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. if you want to get checked out!

Card games!

The Daily/Weekly Card games at the center include Skip Bo, Rummy, Hearts, Hand & Foot, Cribbage, Rook & Bridge. Come join the fun, even if you are a first time player!

Photo ClubPhoto Club meets the 4th Tuesday of every month. Free for members! Each month there is a different topic. In August they will continue learning about Lightroom.

(*) Denotes free class for FiftyForward members. Visitors add $5 per day.

Classes

Bob Ross Oil Painting Class– Monday, August 26, 9-11 a.m. $20 for a completed oil painting on canvas! Taught by certified instructor Liz Farar.

Trash to Treasure Craft- 3rd Thursday at 10 a.m. Turn items you have around the house into beautiful crafts! Sign up to join the fun! Thursday, July 18, 10 a.m. Just $2!

Framing– By appointment only. Learn the art of framing your own projects, including matte board, glass & moulding! $15 for 3 hours. See Mel Cooper to make an appointment.

Yoga– Mondays at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m., Thursdays at 6 p.m. & Fridays at 2 p.m. Taught by Stephen North, Jr. Learn the art of relaxation & health through traditional yoga. $5/class.

Tai-Chi– Wednesdays at 9 a.m. & 6:45 p.m. Taught by Larry Lee. Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi to improve balance, flexibility and overall health. $3/class Piano & Voice Lessons– Fridays at 10 a.m. Taught by Geno Haffner. $15/30 minutes. Call Geno at 310-4579 to schedule. *Zumba fitness class- Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Taught by Cora Lavin. Combines Latin dance moves with hip-hop for a fun workout specifically tailored for seniors. *Line Dance– Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Led by Faye Redden. Join this fun group of dancers for a great time as well as great exercise! *SilverSneakers Circuit– Mondays at **12:30 p.m. (was 1 p.m.). Taught by Sandy Wray.

Combines fun & fitness to increase your cardiovascular & muscle endurance with a standing workout. *Senior Strength Training– Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9 a.m. Taught by Fred Sandoval.

Unsure of how to use the equipment in the fitness center? This class is for you! *SilverSneakers Classic (formerly MS-ROM)– Taught by Kathleen Phillips on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. & Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Taught by Sandy Wray on Thursdays & Fri days at 12:30 p.m. Class uses hand-held weight, tubes, balls, and chairs. *SilverSneakers Yoga - Thursdays at 10 a.m. Taught by Sandy Wray. Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses. *Crochet for Beginners– Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Led by Paulette Spalding. Bring an “H” needle and yarn and Paulette will be happy to show you the basics of crochet.

Come see Cora with your ideas for a new group or class!

Talk to Cora if you have an idea for a new club or want to teach a class!

Clubs & Groups

Wisdom Writers Club- Meets first and third Fridays at 10 a.m. Join others in Life Story Writing. Facilitated

by Carol Roberts.

Diabetes Club-Meets 1st Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Hickory Gardens. Next meeting is August 1 at 1:30 p.m. Includes healthy snacks!

Wii Bowling- Meets every Tuesday at 1 p.m. Come learn how to play!

Book Club– Meets fourth Wednesday, August 28 at 1 p.m. At this time, the book for the month of August has not yet been chosen, Please see one of the members of the book club or talk to Del Dorr for more information. Facilitated by Del Dorr.

Red Hat Society– Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. $15 yearly dues. Join these ladies for lunch in red and purple gear! Linda Kent, Queen.

Quilting Club– Mondays at 1 p.m. Bring your materials and quilt away! Led by Lee Brooks.

Inglewood & Friends– Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Plans monthly trips.

Reminisce– Meets 1st Tuesday at 1 p.m. Go back in time with Nancy McDougal. Door prizes! There will be NO reminisce in the month of August.

Open Music Jam– Every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Party Room! Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you!

Madison Travelers– Meets 1st Wednesday of each month at 12 p.m. (new time). Plans monthly trips for evenings and weekends.

Crochet Club– Every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. All crocheters welcome! Fun and fellowship!

Instruction provided if needed.

Mexican Train Dominoes– 1 p.m. every Wednesday. Come learn how to play this fun game.

Silver Notes Band– Wednesday at 2 p.m. 16-piece plus big band that performs all over Nashville!

Kim Yearwood, Band Leader. Did you play an instrument in high school? Come join us!

Genealogy Club– Meets 1st Thursday at 10 a.m. Want to research your family history? This is the group for you!

Karaoke Club– Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at **12:30 p.m.** led by “D. J. Dottie” Dillard.

Come sing your favorite song or just listen. Door prizes! August 8.

Knitting Club– Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. Led by Vickie Cochran. Don’t know how? Someone will show you! Just bring your knitting needles and some yarn.

Golden Tones Choir– Led by Geno Haffner. Fridays at 12:30pm. Seeking those who love to sing!

Friday Night Music Jam-Every Friday from 6-9 p.m. Free, but they do pass the hat for donations. All acoustic music welcome. Bring your instrument and sign up to play!

Bunco- Come join us to play Bunco the third Monday of every month at 1 p.m.! The more players,

the better the game! We need at least 4 to play. This easy dice game is tons of fun. Free prizes for those who win the most, lose the most, and Bunco. August 15.

Bingo! We are happy to offer two free bingo games each month for FiftyForward members: every 1st Monday at 1 p.m. & every 4th Tuesday at 1 p.m. No sign up necessary **Free to play for members, non-members are $5. **

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*The Fitness Center is open Mon-Thur, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m, Friday til 3:30p.m.

Cards and billiards are available Mon-Thur, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m, Fridays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.* www.fiftyforwardmadisonstation.org

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Diabetes Club1:30 p.m.

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Therapy– 9-1

Blood pressure– 10:30 a.m.

Madison Travelers– 12 p.m.

B.P. & Glucose checks– 10 a.m.

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Basic Photography Karaoke– 12:30 p.m.

Seminar– 1 p.m.

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Trip on Blue Heron Cruise10:45 a.m.

Computer Appt– 1-2 p.m.

Wisdom Writers– 10 a.m.

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Computer Appt9-10 a.m.

Comm– 10 a.m.

Advisory Council– 8:30 a.m.

Trip to Old Hickory Village for Health Fair– 10 a.m.

Bunco Monday– 1 p.m.

Tasty Tuesday– 11:30 a.m.

Trip to Fat Bottom Brewery– 3:30 p.m.

Fundraising Comm– 9:30 a.m.

B.P. & Glucose checks– 10 a.m.

Legal Aid– 9 a.m.

DINNER SHOW! 6 p.m.

Oasis seminar– 1

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Bob Ross Painting– 9-11

Bingo– 1 p.m.

Trip to Sam Davis Home– 11:00 a.m.

Dr. Wang Vision Seminar– 3:30 p.m.

Computer Appt– Photo Club– 1-2 p.m.

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Book Club– 1 p.m.

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Madison Travelers to Famous Friday Night Music Dave’s– 10:45 a.m.

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Flea Market9-2

Wisdom Writers– 10 a.m.

BIG Bingo Night!

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Ready to Join? A membership is just $120 per year. Bank draft of just $10 per month is available as well!

SilverSneakers reimbursed location!

Special Services

Metro Nutrition ProgramLunch for seniors over 60. Mon-Fri, 11:30 am. 48 hour reservation required. Also serving Meals on Wheels. Contact Felicia Whitaker at 860-7180. Donations requested.

TransportationTo/From Center on Tues. & Thurs. $2/within 3 miles of center, $3/within 4 miles.

Free Legal Aid: Provided by Beck & Beck Law Office3rd Wednesdays starting at 9 a.m. Call 860-7180 to make appt.

Living at Home ServicesProviding referrals to help seniors remain at home as long as possible. Adrienne Morgan, Care Manager. Call 860-7180.

Blood Pressure Checks1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Provided by Shirley Brown.

Therapeutic MassageEvery 2nd Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Danielle Paris, Licensed Massage Therapist. Cost is $25 for 30 minutes, $50 for one hour. Call 860-7180 to schedule.

Notary ServicesKathleen Phillips, Notary. Donation to the center requested. Please make an appointment.

Technology On Demand: Private Computer TutoringTaught by Don Smartt. Private sessions are 90 minutes each. Topics available include Microsoft Word, Excel Basics, Internet Basics, and Email/Social Networking. Tuesdays, 1:30-3:00 p.m. or Wednesdays 10:00-11:30 a.m. Cost is $30 per session. Call 860-7180 to schedule.

Open Computer LabOur computer lab is equipped with cable internet and open for your daily use! (Note: Lab is closed during private computer tutoring times listed above and during massage.)

Free Wi-FiWe are happy to provide Free Wi-Fi here at the center. See front desk for password.

Having a Big Party? Rent our Building!We provide rental of our Social Room for evenings and Saturdays. Cost is $100 per hour, minimum of three hours and includes all tables and chairs. FiftyForward members receive a 25% discount!

Walk Our Parking Lot! 4 times around our parking lot equals one mile!

Grief Support– Grief support offered through the Madison Church of Christ.

Every 2nd and 4th Monday from 3-4 p.m.

* Important: All trips posted at the center on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Payment IS DUE at time of sign-up. If the trip is full, put your name on the waiting list. If we get at least 10 names we will plan the trip again.

August Trips

Trip to "Jazz Cave" at the Nashville Jazz Workshop to see Connye Florance and Friends (a Music for Seniors event)/ Lunch at Third Ave Kitchen If you enjoy great music then this is the trip for you! Connye Florance is an award winning Jazz musician who will be performing at the Nashville Jazz Workshop. This even is presented by Music for Seniors. Lunch to follow at Third Ave Kitchen.

Cash only!

Monday, August 5, 10:30 a.m.

$4 + Lunch

Trip to Ashland City for a cruise with Blue Heron Cruises/ Lunch at Riverview Restaurant.

Hop on the Blue Heron to relax and experience the Scenic Nature Cruise offered by Captain Jim Steele. This afternoon cruise is a wonderful way to view the wildlife and foliage of Tennessee! Beforehand, have an early lunch at Riverview Restaurant, known for its fried catfish.

Wednesday, August 14, 10:45 a.m.

$10 + Lunch

Madison Travelers to Famous Dave's/ shopping at Charmin' Charlies and/or Goodys in Hermitage Have some fun on the weekend with the Madison Travelers by eating some good food and going shopping! Start by having lunch at Famous Dave's then hit the town at either Goodys or Charmin' Charlies. The day is yours to conquer!

Saturday, August 17, 10:45 a.m.

$8 + Lunch

Trip to Life Care Center of Old Hickory Village for Health Fair (lunch provided!)

Come to Old Hickory Village for this Health Fair and Wellness Expo. There will be vendors, hands-on screenings, and plenty of goodies and food. Lunch will be provided!

Thursday, August 22, 10:00 a.m.

$4 + (lunch provided)

Trip to Fat Bottom Brewery for Tour and Tasting/ Dinner at Edley's BBQ Get a taste of East Nashville with this delightful trip! Start at the Fat Bottom Brewery where you'll learn the history of the brewery as well as get an optional sampling of three beers. Next, head to Edley's BBQ for a tasty dinner to finish off a great Friday night. $5 for the beer tasting. Bring extra cash.

Friday, August 23, 3:45 p.m.

$4 + Dinner

Inglewood Trip to Sam Davis' Home/ Lunch at Cheddar's Visit this historical home, built in the early 1800s. Samuel Davis was a soldier in the Civil War and his famous last words, "I would die a thousand deaths before I would betray a friend," show just how loyal he was. The house is kept how it was when he lived in it during the 1850s. Enjoy a tour of the home and the museum. Enjoy lunch at Cheddar's before the tour.

Wednesday, August 28, 11:00 a.m.

$13 + lunch

August Announcements FiftyForward now on Facebook!

Sam, our morning Office/Volunteer Manager, has put together a new Facebook page for FiftyForward Madison Station! If you were friends with our old page, please note that that page no longer exists. You must add the new “FiftyForward Madison Station” page in order to get photos, updates and support us! You can find the page at www.facebook.com/fiftyforwardmadisonstation.Take a minute to check out all of Sam’s hard work and like our page!

New pool facility to use at McKendree Village!

We have found a new pool for our members to use! McKendree Village has offered to allow FiftyForward members access to their pool during certain hours of the day.

It is free but there is a process and forms that must be filled out before you can join. Please come to the front desk to get the packet and have all of your questions answered.

Basic Computer Classes with Mike Gann– by appointment only!

The computer classes with Mike Gann, of TransitionCare For Seniors, were so popular in July that we have decided to change his class to 30 minute appointments only. Please sign up at the front desk if you would like to get help from Mike. This way, each individual can get their specific questions answered. It will be held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month from 9-10 a.m. and on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 1-2 p.m.

Flea Market on Friday, August 9 Come out on Friday, August 9 to check out the goods at the Flea Market. The Red Hatters are providing the baked goods so there is sure to be an array of delicious treats! Make sure to get there before they are all gone! 9-2.

"Basic Photography" seminar on Wednesday, August 7 Brent Wright, a member of the Nashville Photography Digital Focus group, that meets at FiftyForward monthly, has graciously offered to provide our members with a free seminar on the basics of photography. It will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 7. Please sign up at the front desk if you want to attend.

And we would like to thank….

For the month of July we would like to thank: Windlands East for Tasty Tuesday dessert, Phillip Robinson for being the sponsor of the Dinner Theater Show, Gilda’s Kids for volunteering for the Dinner Show, and Monroe Harding for being a Bingo Sponsor.

Thanks to all of you for your contributions to our center!

All Aboard!

August 2013 Newsletter www.fiftyforwardmadisonstation.org Need to Contact Us? FiftyForward Madison Station Staff & Emails: Kelsey Mahaffey-Center Director kmahaffey@fiftyforward.org Cora Lavin-Program Director clavin@fiftyforward.org Julie Reeves– Afternoon Office Manager jreeves@fiftyforward.org Samantha Garlock– Morning Office Manager sgarlock@fiftyforward.org Kathleen Phillips-SS Instructor/ Data Entry Manager kphillips@fiftyforward.org Adrienne Morgan-Care Manager amorgan@fiftyforward.org Michele Clark-FLIP Coordinator mclark@fiftyforward.org Darryl Brady-Maintenance dbrady@fiftyforward.org Fred Sandoval-Fitness Center Ron Lashbrook-Van Driver Felicia Whitaker -Metro Meals

Where are we located?

FiftyForward Madison Station’s address is 301 Madison Street. However, we are physically located at the end of Douglas Street. There is a sign in the driveway that says “FiftyForward Madison Station.” Parking and entrance are in the back.

Suggestion Box 1. Please mark the driveway and parking spots with new paint -The parking lot needs to be sealed before the lines can be repainted. We are in the process of talking to someone who is giving us a bid to both seal and paint the area. We are taking steps to having this situation figured out.

2. Is there any chance of moving the computer lab to a more secure/private area? Also, perhaps a sign-in sheet should be used to limit time, along with a room divider, headphones and regular computer maintenance.

- We are happy to provide two computers, with internet, free of charge. We will not be changing the location of the computer lab but we are in the process of updating the software on the computers in order to make them run faster.

Headphones will not be provided by the center but you are welcome to bring your own if you would like to use them. Additionally, we will make a sign requesting that members limit their time to 30 minutes when others are waiting.