FiftyForward Madison Station January 2016 newsletter

JANUARY 2016 ISSUE

THE WHISTLESTOP

Kelsey’s Column

The Gadabouts

Thank you to everyone who has renewed their membership for 2016!

We appreciate each of you and know you value all the great programs that FiftyForward Madison Station has to offer. If you have a question about when your membership expires, just ask us at the front desk. Remember, just $10 per month gives you access to everything we offer: from health and fitness classes to our fabulous day trips. Don’t miss a day at Madison Station, and Happy New Year!!

The Gadabouts’ goal is to plan new and unique trips on a quarterly basis. This new travel group was responsible for the Ave Maria Grotto trip in November.

Are you interested in helping to plan fun adventures for our Center? Join The Gadabouts at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6th to plan a trip for the month of February. Bring your suggestions to the meeting and we’ll vote on our favorite.

When dreaming up your wonderful ideas, bear in mind that we stick close to the Center in the winter months due to possible cold-weather conditions. We’ll see you soon to plan some fun!

Holiday Closings

Trip Etiquette

Happy New Year!

Please keep in mind that the Center will be closed on Friday, January 1st to celebrate the New Year as well as on Monday, January 18th in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We hope to see you here soon!

Kelsey Mahaffey

T3, or Trippin’ Third Thursdays, launches on Thursday, January 21st!

Please check out the inside of the back page for new trip policy info. We’d also like to mention a few guidelines to help make trips as pleasant as possible for all involved.

Easily hot in the summer? Consider sitting in the front . Hot in winter? Try the back. We do our best to regulate the heat. Choosing a seat which will help you remain comfortable will boost everyone’s happiness level. Wearing removable layers is also a good idea.

Also, please remember to take your trash with you as you exit the bus. Thank you!

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

301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115

(615) 860-7180

www.fiftyforward.org

Tasty Tuesday: Dolly Spoofin’ Tuesday, January 19

all those who helped deck the halls of the Center for Christmas; all those who joined in the Advent Calendar, giving gifts as well as receiving; Windlands East for providing yummy Tasty Tuesday desserts; HCA Healthcare for providing cupcakes for the Birthday Party; Captain D’s for providing meal coupons at the Birthday Party; Stewart Chiropractic for sponsoring The Healthy Mind & Body Retreat; all those who donated to the RSVP and Vet Center Holiday Gift & Toy Drive; and to all our amazing volunteers: this place would not run without you. Thank you for all your care, ideas, and hard work!

Center Hours Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30 pm Friday 8:00 am-3:30 pm

Dig into one of the best-loved Tasty Tuesday menus of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, spinach soufflé, cornbread, cookie and tea at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19th .

Have you ever heard of Polly Darton? You know, that outrageous cousin of Dolly Parton? Get ready to hoot and holler at Peggy West’s comedic flair as she talks about everything “un-Dolly.” Be sure to turn in your ticket at the door for a chance to win a prize! Purchase your $6.00 ticket at the front desk by Friday, January 15th.

Winter Birthday Party Thursday, January 21 At 1:30 p.m. celebrate those with December, January and February birthdays by indulging in cupcakes, ice cream and punch. All the attending winter babies will receive a coupon for a free meal at Captain D’s. Sign up in the FREE Event Binder

by Tuesday, January 19th.

Highland Hills Lunch & Learn Tuesday, January 26 Highland Hills Funeral Home and Crematory will sponsor their first Lunch and Learn at FiftyForward Madison on Tuesday, January 26th at 11:30 a.m. Find out about the need for preplanning, other available options and relieving the emotional burdens of loved ones. Beforehand, partake of a lunch featuring chicken salad croissant, chips, cookie and tea. There are only 50 available tickets, so hurry to get your FREE event ticket at the front desk by Friday, January 22nd! If after you obtain a ticket you find out that you will be unable to come, please return your ticket or let the office know so others may attend in your place.

The Healthy Mind & Body Retreat Thursday, January 28

The 2nd Annual Post-Holiday Wellness Retreat is here! Discover new ideas to help you attain and maintain a healthy mind and body in 2016 on Thursday, January 28th from 11:00 to 2:30 p.m. A basic schedule follows, but for more in depth information please see the calendar insert.

11:00—Chiropractic and Your Health with Dr. Sam Stewart 11:45—Lunch 12:30—Activity choice of either; 1) Silver Sneakers exercise class demonstrations with Kathleen: (3) 10 minute segments of Classic, Cardio and Yoga or 2) Stepping On: Fall Prevention preview with Sam 1:30—The Spirituality of Age: Celebrating a New Life Stage with Carol Orsborn Purchase your $3.00 ticket at the front desk by Monday, January 25th. When purchasing your ticket be sure to sign up for the 12:30 activity of your choice.

A prize drawing will take place at the very end of the retreat. Only those who had their ticket punched at one of each of their 3 events will be eligible to enter the raffle drawing. Look for volunteer ticket punchers at the door for each event. Let’s start the new year off on the right foot, the foot of wellness!

301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115

(615) 860-7180

www.fiftyforward.org

Unless otherwise indicated, classes are included with membership. Visitors add $5.00.  Line Dance led by Faye Redden; 9:30 am  SilverSneakers® Circuit taught by Kathleen Phillips; 12:30 pm; Increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing workout.  SilverSneakers® Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing taught by Kathleen Phillips. 2:00 pm; Focuses on reducing stress and breathing techniques  Yoga taught by Stephen North, Jr.; 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm; $5 per class for members  Ballroom Dancing taught by Kathleen Phillips.

5:00 pm; ***ON HIATUS***  Personal Training with Michael Neel; 4:30-6:30pm $15/30 min; $25/hour; Inquire at front desk  SilverSneakers® Classic taught by Kathleen Phillips; 10:00 am; Uses hand-held weights, tubes, balls, and chairs; tailored for seniors  Tai-Chi taught by Larry Lee; 9:00 am & 6:45 pm; $3.00 a class; Improves balance, flexibility and overall health.  SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch taught by Kathleen Phillips; 10:00 am; Moves your whole body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses.  SilverSneakers® Classic taught by Kathleen Phillips; 12:30 pm  Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; 2:00 pm; $5 a class  SilverSneakers® Classic taught by Kathleen Phillips; 12:30 pm  Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; 6:00 pm; $5.00 a class

Fitness Center Hours

 SilverSneakers® Classic taught by Lisa Elkin; 12:30pm  Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; 2:00 pm; $5 a class

Monday -Thursday 7:00am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

 Yoga with Stephen North, Jr. 11:00 am; $5.00 a class

Audiology Screening Sign up at the front desk for a FREE hearing appointment

by Summit Audiology of Hendersonville! The next session will be on Tuesday, Feb.16th, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Benefit Checkup Are you eligible for SNAP & other benefits? To find out, call the Community Food Advocates hotline: (615) 385 2286, extension: 230.

Blood Pressure Checks 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

Provided by Shirley Brown.

Blood Pressure and Glucose Checks Signature Healthcare of Madison on the 4th Tuesdays of the month, 10:30 – 11:30a.m.

Certified Personal Trainer Lisa Elkin Available for sessions during the day. Call her at 926-2708 to schedule. $25/session.

City Road United Methodist Track The track is open for members’ use Mon - Fri from 8:00 - 5:00.

Go by the front desk, show your FiftyForward scan card and get the pass code to get in. The track is on the second level.

Depression and Bipolar Support Group If you suffer from Depression, Bipolar Disorder, other mood and emotional disorders or are a caregiver for those who suffer, join the DBSA group on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.

Facilitator: Annie Lauri, DBSA Madison Chapter.

Continued on the Social Groups page.

*Asterisks denote free events.*

Free Legal Aid: Provided by Beck & Beck Law Office Meet with an attorney on the 3rd Wednesdays starting at 9 a.m. in 15 minute sessions.

See the front desk to make an appointment.

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!

Notary Services - Julie Reeves, Notary. Donation to the center requested. Monday through Thursday, 12:30 4:30, Fridays 11:30 - 3:30.

Open Computer Lab - Our computer lab is equipped with cable internet and open for your daily use! *NOTE: Lab is closed during private computer tutoring times, reflexology and legal aid.

*African Drumming and Dance – Offered free of charge by The Village Church!

Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Party Room. *Art Club - Meets on Thursdays any time between 9:00 and 1:00 in the Open Art Room to create and pursue arts and crafts in various forms. *Bingo - Most first Mondays and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1:00 p.m. Join us for a chance to win prizes! *Crochet for Beginners/Crochet Club – Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. Led by Paulette Spalding. Bring an “H” needle and yarn and Paulette will be happy to show you the basics of crochet. dasdf

Framing – Learn the art of framing your own projects, including matte board, glass & moulding! $15 for 3 hours. See Mel Cooper to make an appointment. *Knitting Club – Thursdays at noon. Don’t know how? Someone will show you! Just bring your knitting needles and some yarn. *Loose Caboose Players - Calling all Actors! Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 11 a.m. for the Loose Caboose Players. This is a Reader’s Theater so you don’t have to worry about memorizing lines. Facilitated by Kelsey Mahaffey. *Photo Club – The Nashville Photography’s Digital Focus Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Will meet again in March after the Winter break. *Quilting Club – Mondays from 11-2 p.m. Bring your materials and quilt away! Have a question? Someone in the Club will be glad to help.

*Sewing Class - Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. in Classroom 2. Facilitated by Anita Tech Up - Sign up at the Edmondson. She is happy to advise beginners and help with problems for a small fee. front desk for one-on-one instruction on social media, *Choraliers – Led by Geno Haffner Thursdays laptops & smartphones. On at 10:00 a.m.at FiftyForward Knowles. Seeking the second Mondays of the those who love to sing. month in half hour increments starting at 8:30 a.m.

Guitar Lessons – By appointment with Vern Transportation - To/From Pilder. $15/45 min. Inquire at the front desk.

Center on Tues. & Thurs. $2/ within 3 miles of center, $3/ *Karaoke – ‘D. J.’ Dottie Dillard leads the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. within 4 miles.

Come sing your favorite song or just listen. Door prizes! Due to weather, Karaoke will not take place in January and February.

Free Wi-Fi

We are happy to provide FREE Wi-Fi here at the center.

See front desk for password.

*Open Music Jam – Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in Classroom #2.

Piano & Voice Lessons – Fridays at 10 a.m. Taught by Geno Haffner. $15/30 minutes.

Call Geno at 310-4579 to schedule. *Silver Notes Band – Kim Yearwood leads this 16+ big band on Wednesday at 2 p.m.

They perform all over Nashville. Did you play an instrument in high school? Join them.

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Class, Clubs & Groups on a weekly rotation can be found on their respective pages within the Whistlestop.

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Bible Conversation – Bible meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Book Club – Discuss All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. Book Club will meet at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27th. Amazon.com’s review of the book reads, “From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning author, a stunningly ambitious and beautiful novel about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.” Available at your local library.

Bunco - Come play Bunco on the second Wednesday of every month at 12:30 p.m. We need at least 4 to play this easy dice game. Free prizes for those who win the most and Bunco.

Film Club – At 12:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of each month.

FREE popcorn and cold drinks! In January, we will show an inspiring underdog movie and a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. selection. Each movie title is listed on the calendar insert. See Sam for more info about each movie.

Genealogy Club – Meets the 1st Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Mexican Train Dominoes – 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Come learn how to play this fun game. Bring a set of dominoes if you have them.

Pop-Up Club – Sign up at the front desk to be made aware of last minute deals on trips & entertainment, known as “pop-ups” as they are available.

Red Hat Society – 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.

Monday, January 11th they will plan and potluck at the Center.

Suggestions Welcome!

Please see the suggestion box in the front hallway and our Advisory Council will review.

Reminisce – Meets 1st Tuesday at 1 p.m. Go back in time with Nancy McDougal. Door prizes!

Second Sight - Get together with other Blind members of the community. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays at 9:00 a.m.

Wisdom Writers Club - 1st and 3rd Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Join others in Life Story Writing.

Stop by the new winterized Wisdom Writer display in the Party Room hallway to see what they have been up to.

Wellness Resources are continued here from the Exercise Class page.

Fitness Center Equipment - Ask at the front desk. Staff will be happy to answer questions & demonstrate how to use the machines.

Grief Support Group Every first and third Monday at 10:00 a.m. a free support group for those dealing with the stages of grief.

Meet with others who are journeying through the same processes in a safe and confidential environment.

Facilitated by Adam Waltenbaugh, Masters in Counseling, Vanderbilt.

Living at Home Services Providing referrals to help seniors remain at home as long as possible.

Adrienne Morgan, Care Manager.

Call 860-7180.

Medicare Counseling Ray Daws, seasoned SHIP volunteer, is ready to assist with any Medicare questions you may have. He can be reached at (615) 628-8592 and by email at rdaws@comcast.net.

Metro Nutrition Program Lunch for seniors over 60. Must apply with Metro first. Mon-Fri, 11:30 am.

48 hour reservation required. Also serving Meals on Wheels. Contact Felicia Whitaker at 860-7180.

Donations requested.

Reflexology Appointments Every 2nd Tuesday 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. David Robertson, RCR, Certified Reflexologist of Nice Touch Reflexology. Cost is $25 for 30 minutes, $50 for one hour. Call 860-7180 to schedule.

Therapeutic Massage Sue Truitt provides massages at her home, which is close to the Center.

Call her at 868-7032 or 519-3788 to schedule.

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

Trips are posted on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Payment is DUE at sign-up. If the trip is full, put your name on the waiting list. If we get 10 names we’ll plan the trip again.

World Country Dance Championships Enjoy specialty free access to all the wonders of this annual world competition. See the best of the best show off the beloved country dances as the Crystal and Silver Couples perform in the Crown Classic at The Opryland Hotel. Continue your country expedition by heading to Cracker Barrel to take in their yummy Southern dishes.

Friday, January 8 - 9:30 a.m. - $5 + Lunch Tour the Updated Ryman Auditorium You may already know the Ryman Auditorium, made famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 - 1974, and as one of Nashville’s most recognizable buildings. But in the summer this icon received a facelift! Check out the updates and new exhibits including the new “Soul of Nashville” theater experience on a self-guided tour. You are encouraged to see the “Soul of Nashville” movie first, which shows in 15 minute increments, as this helps to bring the story of the exhibits together. Also, stop in at the just added Lula Café, situated in front of the Ryman, for lunch fare with an emphasis on rotisserie cooking and locally sourced ingredients. *Note: This trip includes walking and, if desired, navigation of stairs. No refunds after January 6.* Wednesday, January 13 - 9:00 a.m. - $25 + Lunch Get to Know Your Neighborhood: Goodwill Warehouse Tour Been pondering about the inner workings of your community? Join us for the first of a series of trips that will help you know a bit more about your own neighborhood. The maiden voyage will be a tour of the Goodwill warehouse on Herman Street.

Unearth the secrets of the behind-the-scenes workings that help make Goodwill such a success. Afterward, lunch at Monell’s in Germantown. Please let Sam know your ideas for more Neighborhood Series trips. *Note: The tour includes an hour of periodic standing and walking.* Friday, January 15 - 9:00 a.m. - $6 + Lunch Madison Travelers Visit Loveless Café & McKay Books Bundle up and take a jaunt with the Madison Travelers to the famous Loveless Café. For over 60 years the Loveless staff have been arriving at 3:00 a.m. to prepare classic Southern food made for you entirely from scratch. Afterward, explore the wonderful world of McKay Books. Wander their two floors of previously loved books, movies, video games, vinyl, CDs and more. You truly never know what you may find in there.

Monday, January 18 - 10:15 a.m. - $8 + Lunch Inglewood & Friends Discover Germantown Inglewood and Friends invite you along to discover the tastes and sights of Germantown. Try out the cuisine at The Mad Platter where the menu selections change daily to accommodate the freshest produce Nashville has to offer. Visit the historical Church of the Assumption and view its exquisite sanctuary. Lastly, stop into the Cupcake Collection for a final sugar buzz before the ride back to the Center.

Monday, January 25 - 11:00 a.m. - $6 + Lunch Dining with the Director Center Director Kelsey Mahaffey wants to share a delicious find with you! Join her at Pomodoro East for delicious and classy Italian-inspired food options. Dive into the experience of this little known East Nashville dining spot, sister restaurant to Eastland Café, for happy hour.

Tuesday, January 26 - 4:15 p.m. - $6 + Dinner FiftyForward First Experience The Escape Game–Nashville is America’s #1 Escape Room! Find surprises in the Underground Kindergarten Playground! This game is more than just ABC’s and 1-2-3’s. Test your wits in a room that is anything but elementary. We challenge you, and your teammates on the trip, to one hour of puzzle-solving, using detective skills, tactile interaction and taking leadership as the whole group together tries to escape a locked room. Get in on the fun and join Sam for this FiftyForward First experience! To get more of a feel for this trip, ask Julie and Have a Trip Kelsey about their fabulously fun times in the escape rooms! Beforehand, get ready for the Idea? challenge with brain food from the southern brunch menu at Wholly Chow. *Note: Sign up by Wednesday, January 27th to participate. These popular game rooms fill up quickly! No See Sam or write it refunds will be given after this date.* down and put it in the Wednesday, February 24 – 9:30 a.m. - $35 + Brunch suggestion box!

301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115

(615) 860-7180

www.fiftyforward.org

Victory Over Crime & Scams Thursday, January 7 You may not have realized that FiftyForward has their own Victory Over Crime department. The Outreach Coordinator for VOC, Victoria Webb, will educate us on overcoming crime and scams which specifically target our senior population. Invite your non-member friends along too as we learn safe practices to prevent becoming the victim of these schemes. Sign up in the FREE Event Binder on the front desk to join us for this much needed topic on Thursday, January 7th at 10:00 a.m.

Dementia: What to Expect/How to Respond Thursday, January 14 As a growing number of friends and loved ones are affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, you may soon find that someone close to you has a new set of needs. On Thursday, January 14th at 10:00 a.m., Kathy Johnson-Warner of Senior Helpers in Hendersonville will show us positive physical approaches and how to have meaningful interactions with those who suffer from dementia-related illnesses.

Refreshments will also be enjoyed. Sign up in the FREE Event Binder on the front desk to RSVP.

T3 - Trippin’ Third Thursdays Thursday, January 21

The new trip release day will now be the third Thursday of every month. Look for Trippin’ Third Thursday, aka T3, trip sheets at the front desk beginning January 21st. *Priority Seating - Madison members receive first priority seating. If a trip does not fill up, members from other centers are welcome to come. *Late arrivals - The trip will leave at the stated departure time. Please be on time. *Cancellations and No Shows - A credit will be issued if a cancellation is given within 48 hours of a trip’s scheduled departure. However, in the case of a trip involving preordered tickets or reservations, a credit will be given only if we can refill your seat. Except for unusual circumstances, no refunds or transfers will be made for trips that a member did not attend. *Credits - Credits will now expire at the end of the month after the month in which the trip was scheduled. For example, a credit given for a trip canceled in January will be able to be used through the end of February. Trip credits can only be used toward other trips.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as these new policies take effect.

Please speak with staff if you have any questions.

Ready to Join?

A membership is just $120 per year. Bank draft of just $10 per month is available as well. We are a SilverSneakers and Silver & Fit reimbursed location!

BIG Bingo!

Tuesday, February 9 It’s Big Bingo time again on Tuesday, February 9th!

At 11:30 a.m. partake of a Whitt’s barbecue sandwich, potato chips, dessert and tea before trying your luck.

The Bingo calling will begin at noon. Make sure to purchase your $6.00 ticket by Friday, February 5th so you don’t miss the opportunity to win first-rate items and the $50.00 coverall prize!

Calling all gardeners!

Talks are underway to create a community garden right next door at Amqui Station. This vegetable garden would be maintained by volunteers, with the produce going to anyone in need or want of it. If you are interested in volunteering or using your “green thumb” with this new initiative, please leave your name on the interest list at the front desk.

Also, a Butterfly Garden and Monarch Waystation are being planned for the same area. Have any interest in helping to start this and keep it up? Sign up on the interest list at the front desk and bring any expertise to offer on the matters to Sam.

You don't know how much you are missing by not coming to Silver Sneakers exercise classes! Classes range from circuit, classic, yoga and restorative breathing. They are great for beginners as chairs are offered if a break is needed. You’re also sure to fall in love with our Instructors, Kathleen Philips and Lisa Elkin! Sit in on any of these classes to discover the fun!

Contact Us (615) 860-7180 Fax (615) 860-7732

FiftyForward Madison Station Staff & Email: Kelsey Mahaffey Center Director kmahaffey@fiftyforward.org Samantha Garlock Program Manager sgarlock@fiftyforward.org Julie Reeves Office Manager jreeves@fiftyforward.org Adrienne Morgan Care Manager amorgan@fiftyforward.org Bethanie Peadro FLIP Coordinator bpeadro@fiftyforward.org Darryl Brady Maintenance dbrady@fiftyforward.org Ron Lashbrook - Van Driver Felicia Whitaker - Metro Meals

Where are we located?

Even though our address is 301 Madison Street, we are physically located at the end of Douglas Street. There is a sign out front that says ‘FiftyForward Madison Station.’ Parking and entrance are in the back.

FiftyForward Madison Station 301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Prize Challenge Carrie Frierson was the first to turn in the Christmas carol rebus puzzles in December’s newsletter. Congrats, Carrie!

Be the first to give the correct answers to the MLK crossword puzzle below to Sam (in person or in her box) to win the $10 Olive Garden gift card.

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2) Dr. Martin 6 5 Luther King, Jr. was a Christian 7 ____who worked 8 for equal rights.

3) Enforced separation of 9 10 different racial groups 11 4) “I have a dream that my 4 little children will 12 one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the ____of their skin but by the content of their character.”

7) Inspired by Gandhi’s peaceful protest, MLK supported ____ protest.

10) He was a minister in ____.

Across: 1) MLK fought against ____ and segregation.

5) ____ rights are the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.

6) The power or right to act, speak or think as one wants without hindrance and restraint.

8) The Montgomery Bus ____ was a political and social protest campaign against the city’s racial segregation of the bus system.

9) He led a peaceful ____ of a quarter million people on Washington, D.C. 11) Marin Luther King, Jr. Day is on the third ____ of January.

12) He fought for ____ rights so that everyone would be treated the same.