THE WHISTLESTOP November 2018 Edition
Our Mission Established in 1956, FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older.
About Us:
FiftyForward Madison Station is one of five lifelong learning centers in Davidson County and two in Williamson County. We offer various programs, classes and events monthly as well as access to the center amenities. Membership is $120 annually or $10 via monthly bank draft. We also accept Silver Sneakers® and Silver&Fit® reimbursement through some Medicare supplement plans. Scholarships are also available.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:30 pm
Tours Available: Monday-Friday 9:00am-2:00 pm
Contact:
Phone (615) 860-7180 Web fiftyforward.org Address 301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115 (physically located at the end of Douglas Street)
Letter from the Center Director Happy November! Every day I am grateful to be here with you. Thank you for the joy you bring and the care you share here, it makes FiftyForward Madison Station a truly magical place! In the spirit of “Thanks” and “Giving” we have several things to be grateful for this month. First, Tom has passed his CDL Driving Certification test and we are able to take the 21-Passenger bus on trips, please join us in congratulating him! Next, we have received a transportation grant that will help expand our Transportation program. This will included additional pick up days for our door-to-door service, monthly shopping trips for household and grocery needs, and free trips for our scholarship members. If you receive a full or half scholarship for your membership please see the front desk for more details. Last but certainly not least, we hope you will join us in celebrating Janet Jernigan, Executive Director of FiftyForward. As you know, Janet will retire at the end of this year and we have so much to be thankful for through her many years of service. We are taking a bus to her retirement party at the Knowles Center on Friday, November 30th at 10:30am. Ther e will be food, fun, and festivities, sign up for this free trip at the front desk if you want to attend. Happy Thanksgiving!!! —Brandy Lamb, Center Director
Letter from the Program Director In today’s society, Thanksgiving kind of gets lost in the shuffle of football season and the holiday craze. But to me, Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I have so much to be thankful for, and I consider this center and its members to be one of them. That’s why I so enjoy planning a variety of programs for you, and my goal is to have something for everyone. This month, I believe I have achieved this goal with events like a Chinese Medicine demonstration, a chance to record your Oral History, a Holiday Flea Market, Lunch & Learn, Tasty Tuesday and more! Plus you have three opportunities for Bingo this month, with Big Bingo on the 15th honoring our veterans with a free ticket! I wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and count you among my blessings! —Julie Reeves, Program Director
Holiday Flea Market & Craft Fair Nov 9 Our BIG Holiday Flea Market will be held Friday, November 9 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. This will also be our annual Craft Fair. Booth space is still available. Members can get a booth for $8.00/non-members for $15.00. We will be selling snacks, drinks and bar-b-cue sandwiches that day. Our Music Jam will also be performing that day beginning at Noon.
Big Bingo Honors Veterans November 15 Join us for BIG Bingo, lunch, BIG prizes, and a chance at the $50.00 coverall grand prize on Thursday, November 15 at 11:30 am. We will be having homemade BBQ Sandwiches, baked beans, cole slaw and dessert. Purchase your $7.00 ticket by Monday, November 12. In celebration of those of you who are Veteran members, we would like to honor you with a FREE ticket. Just ask at the front desk for yours! Veterans will also receive a free whole pie that day courtesy of Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Health. We thank them for sponsoring this event.
FiftyForward
Services Available Care Management Services:
This no-cost service for older adults with low incomes offers in-home assessments to connect with services that meet their needs (food, health care, etc.) Call Emily at (615) 622-5409. Care Team Services:
For a fee, this service supports older adults and caregivers by assessing needs, helping purchase services, monitoring care and much more. Call (615) 743-3436. Conservatorship:
This program makes decisions when an older adult can no longer do so and has no one to help. Through court appointment, FiftyForward can serve as conservator of a person and/or finances. Call (615) 743-3436. Adult Day Services:
A program for those with cognitive, memory, or physical needs. Call (615) 463-2266. Meals on Wheels:
Provides meals for those unable to prepare them on their own. Call (615) 463-2264. Victory Over Crime:
Are you a victim of a crime? Need counseling, help in court or more? Call (615) 743-3417
Lunch & Learn: Tax-Saving Strategies Thursday, November 1 The end of the year is just right around the corner, and that means that tax season is as well. Join Wood Financial Group on November 1st for lunch at 11:30 am where they will talk about tax saving strategies that you can implement before the end of 2018 to be able to reduce or possible eliminate your tax bill in the spring. Their knowledge in retirement income and strategy is something you do not want to miss. Lunch that day will be a turkey croissant, baked beans, potato salad, and sugar cookie. Only 95 tickets are available for this event. Pick up your FREE ticket at the front desk. If you get a ticket and then realize you cannot use it, please return it so others may have the opportunity to attend.
SuperBingo is Back! Monday, November 5 Maybelle Carter Senior Living is once again hosting SUPERBingo on Monday, November 5 at 1:00 pm. In SUPERBingo, if you get a Bingo, you get to pick out THREE prizes! Plus there will be at least four coverall prizes. In addition to the fun, our sponsors will be providing snacks for this event. All this for FREE with no ticket required.
Tasty Tuesday: Thankfully Reminiscing Tuesday, November 20
November and December Closings
Please make note that the Center will be CLOSED on Friday, November 2 for an all-staff retreat . On Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23 we will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holidays. Go ahead and mark your calendars for our December closings as well. The center will be closed the entire week of Christmas—December 24-28, plus New Year’s Eve and Day. We will re-open on Wednesday, January 2.
Give thanks at 11:30 am in the Social Room with traditional Thanksgiving fare of turkey and dressing, cranberry salad, green beans, roll and dessert. Before and after lunch, our Fundraising Committee will be holding a “Grateful Goodies” Bake Sale. Get your pie for Thanksgiving dinner or just a few cookies for a treat. Donations for the sale are needed; please see Julie if you can help. After you are stuffed, reminisce about the ‘old days’ through the music of Nancy Liker, who will be singing a variety of tunes from the Big Band era and the 1940s. Purchase a $7.00 ticket by Friday, November 16th! Your ticket stub makes you eligible for door prizes!
Medicare Workshop by Cigna Healthspring Tuesday, November 13 David Harper, Benefits Advisor with Cigna Healthspring, will give you the “ABC’s of Medicare” at 10:00 am. Find out the difference between Medicare Supplements vs. Advantage and why you need to review your insurance each year. Learn the Medicare Changes for 2019. Mr. Harper is happy to answer any questions you may have about plans. Light refreshments will be provided. Sign up in the Free Event Binder. .
Wellness Resources All of Us Appointments: The All of Us Research Program Unless otherwise indicated, classes and activities are included with membership. from the National Institutes of Health Visitors add $5.00. Class Locations: PR=Party Room; FC=Fitness Center; seeks to enroll 1,000,0000 CR=Conference Room; SR=Social Room participants from diverse backgrounds to improve the health 9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; FC of future generations. If you are 12:30pm; SilverSneakers® Circuit; led by Kathleen interested in joining but have more Phillips; Increase your cardiovascular and muscular questions or would like some endurance with a standing workout; PR assistance in enrolling, appointment are available every 4th Monday from 1:45 pm; SilverSneakers® Stress Reduction & 10-11 a.m. Sign up at the front desk. Restorative Breathing; led by Kathleen Phillips; Focuses on reducing stress & breathing techniques; PR Audiology Screenings: Ascent Audiology provides free 9:00 am; Tai-Chi; led by Brian Wilson; Improves hearing screenings quarterly from balance, flexibility and overall health; $5 per class; FC 10:30-11:30 am. 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Classic; led by Kathleen Appointment required. Sign up Phillips; Uses hand-held weights, tubes, balls, and at the front desk for Jan. 22. chairs; PR Benefit Checkup: 9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; FC Are you eligible for SNAP & 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch; led by other benefits? To find out, Kathleen Phillips; Moves your body through a series of call the Family Assistance seated & standing yoga poses; PR Service Center: (615) 743-2000 12:30 pm; SilverSneakers® Classic led by Kathleen Phillips; see above; PR Blood Pressure Checks: 1st Tuesday of the month 12:30 pm; SilverSneakers® Classic led by Kathleen provided by Shirley Brown. Phillips; PR 3rd Tuesday provided by Hickory 1:45 pm; Gentle Yoga with Lisa Cotton; Uses seated Gardens Assisted Living. and standing yoga poses; $2 a class; PR 10:30 -11:30 a.m. SR
9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; FC 11:00 am; Qigong, a Chinese moving meditation practiced for exercise, relaxation; FC & preventative medicine; led by Cyndi Clark 12:30pm; SilverSneakers® Classic; led by Lisa Cotton; PR 10:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 a class; FC
We Also Have Fitness Rooms With The Following: Cardio Training—Treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, rowing machines, and hand bike Strength Training—Stationary weight machines, free weights, and more If you have any questions about the equipment, please see a staff member.
Blood Pressure and Glucose Checks: Provided by Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on the 4th Tuesday (Nov. 27) of the month, 10:30-11:30 a.m. SR Walk for Health: Four laps around the outside edge of our parking lot equals one mile. 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 and there is no elevator.
In Our Facility...
Class Location Guide: PR=Party Room; C1=Classroom 1; C2=Classroom #2; CR= Conference Room; SR=Social Room
Free Wi-Fi
We are happy to provide FREE Wi-Fi here at the center. Look for the FiftyForward Guest Network and type in 50Forward as the Password.
* asterisk denotes free event
*Bingo - Most first Mondays and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1:00 p.m. Join us for a chance to win prizes! November 5 and November 27. SR. *Chess - NEW! Love play chess? Would like to learn? Everyone from novices to pro are invited to play chess on Wednesdays beginning at 10:00 am in the “Puzzle” Room.
Social Room
Enjoy coffee with friends, watch TV, play cards and/or eat your lunch. Microwave, refrigerator and water machine available. Vending Machines
A soda and snack machine are located in the Party Room. Recycling
We recycle aluminum cans used here in the center. The receptacle for EMPTY cans is in the Party Room beside the vending machines. Please do not put anything except cans in this container. Please do not bring in cans from outside the center. Free Legal Aid by Beck & Beck Law: Meet with an
attorney every 3rd Wednesday starting at 9 a.m. in 15 minute sessions. Appointment required. See front desk. Notary Services:
Julie Reeves, Notary. Appointment required; call or see front desk to inquire. Request donation to center. Transportation: To/From Center on Tuesdays & Thursdays only. $2/within 3 miles of center, $3/ within 4 miles. Ask for an application at front desk.
Everyday, games are played in our social room. Currently, the most popular card game is Skip-Bo. Players are also enjoying Hand and Foot. On Tuesdays, we have a Bridge Group that meets at 10:30 am. On Wednesdays, Chess meets at 10:00 am and Mexican Train Dominoes meets at 11:30 am. Our pool room has four pool tables, cues, and balls. Come join the fun!
*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. CR. *Knitting Club – Thursdays at noon. Don’t know how? Someone will show you! Just bring your knitting needles and some yarn. CR. *Loose Caboose Players - This is a Reader’s Theater so you don’t have to worry about memorizing lines just having fun! On Hiatus until January 8. C1. *Quilting Club – Mondays from 12-2 p.m. Bring your materials and quilt away! Have a question? Someone in the Club will be glad to help. C2.
*Karaoke – ‘D. J.’ Dottie Dillard leads the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. Come sing your favorite song or just listen. Door prizes! Meets November 8. SR. *Open Music Jam – Bring your voice, instrument and/or listening ears for a jam session. Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in Classroom #2. In November, also on Friday, November 9 from Noon to 3:00 pm in Social Room. Piano & Voice Lessons – Fridays at 10 a.m. Taught by Geno Haffner. $15/30 minutes. Call Geno at 615-310-4579 to schedule. C1. *Silver Notes Band – Kim Yearwood leads this 16+ big band on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. They perform all over Nashville. Did you play an instrument in high school? Join them! PR. *Choraleers – Geno Haffner leads the FiftyForward chorus Thursdays at 10 a.m. at our Knowles location. If interested you can carpool from here to there with another member or drive yourself. See Julie for info.
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Billiards: Monday-Friday, 8:00-3:30 pm Skip-Bo: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-2:30 pm Hand and Foot: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00-2:30 pm Bridge: Tuesday, 10:30 am Mexican Train Dominoes: Wednesday, 11:30 am Chess: Wednesday, 10:00 am
Card/Game Weekly Schedule:
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10:00 Grief Support 11:15 ALIAS Chamber Trip 1:00 SuperBingo
10:15 Chinese Medicine Talk 10:30 BP 11:00 Food for Thought Trip 1:00 Reminisce
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9:00 Second Sight
10:00 Medicare Workshop
9:30 Advisory Council
Election Day
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10:00 Chess 10:30 Activities Committee
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10:00 Grief Support 9:3 0 Hiking Trip
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T3- Trippin’ Third Thursday!
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9:00 Second Sight
10:00 Record Oral Histories 10:30 BP/ Glucose 1:00 Bingo
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CENTER CLOSED
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10:00 Chess
9:45 Trip to Miss Lucille’s
Mondays:
Tuesdays: 9:00 am Tai-Chi 10:00 am SilverSneakers Classic 1:00 pm Loose Caboose 1:00 pm Open Music Jam
10:00 Wisdom Writers 12:30 Film Club 5:45 Gaither Xmas Trip
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9:00 am Traditional Yoga 12:00 pm Quilting 12:30pm SilverSneakers Circuit 1:45 pm; SilverSneakers Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing
24 Small Business Saturday: Shop Local!
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10:00 Walgreens Health Talk
Wednesdays:
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Deadline for Tasty Tuesday
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10:30 BP 9:00 Legal Aid 11:30 TASTY TUESDAY & Bake Sale 10:00 Chess 1:00 Inglewood Club
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9:30 Thrifty Spender Trip
Schedule for Every Week:
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10:30 Trip to FLEA MARKET Montgomery Bell & CRAFT SALE 9-2 10:30 Breast Health Talk 12:00 Music 12:30 Karaoke Jam
11:30 BIG 10:00 Chess 10:30 Red Hats 10:45 Trip to BINGO All of Us Lunch 10:30 Fundraising
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3 CENTER CLOSED FOR STAFF RETREAT
10:00 Dementia Support Group
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9:45 Trip to Miss Lucille’s 10:00 Deck the Halls 4:00 J. Jernigan Retirement Party (at Knowles)
Thursdays:
Fridays:
9:00 am Traditional 9:00 am Traditional 12:00 pm Knitting Yoga Yoga 12:30 pm SilverSneakers 11:00 am Qigong 10:00 am SilverSneakers Classic 12:30pm SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch 1:45 pm Gentle Yoga Classic 11:30 am Mexican Train 12:00 pm Crochet 12:30pm SilverSneakers Classic
Thursday, December 6 11:00 am—1:00 pm To say “Merry Christmas” to our Madison Station members, we are hosting a feast full of fun for FREE!
Christmas Lunch Ham with Spiced Honey Glaze; Apple/Sweet Potato Casserole; Seasoned Green Beans; Yeast Roll and Christmas Cherry Berries with Topping for Dessert
Crafts & Activities Local businesses will be here offering various crafts and activities for you to do before lunch.
Dickens Quartet An authentic Dickens Quartet will sing and tell stories beginning at Noon. Sponsored by:
Get Your FREE Ticket at the front desk! (Non-Members are $6.00)
Class Location Guide: C1=Classroom #1; C2=Classroom #2; CR= Conference Room; SR=Social Room
Bowling Club – Join FiftyForward Donelson members on the 3rd Friday of every month at 2:00 pm at the Strike and Spare in Donelson (2710 Old Lebanon Rd.) Cost per game is only $1.00. Shoes are only $1.00 as well. You will have to provide your own transportation. Dementia Support Group: Kathy Johnson-Warner of Senior Helpers will help you get the support you need when caring for your loved ones with dementia. Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. November 1. CR. Film Club – At 12:00 p.m. normally 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month. Due to closings, only meets November 16 this month. Those attending will get to choose which movie they want to watch. C1. Inglewood & Friends – 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Plans monthly trips. Must be present at meeting to sign up for trips planned. SR. Madison Travelers – 1st Wednesday of each month at 12 p.m. to plan monthly trips. NO MEETING IN NOVEMBER. SR. Red Hat Society – 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. $24 yearly dues. Join these ladies for lunch in red and purple gear! Marilyn Tidwell, Queen. Join them November 12 at Caney Fork River Valley Grill. CR. Reminisce – Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. November 6. Go back in time with Nancy and Larry McDougal. Door prizes! CR. Second Sight - Get together with other visually impaired members of the community. Meets 2nd and 4th Mondays at 9:00 a.m. C1. Wisdom Writers Club - Join others in Life Story and other writing. Stop by to read their insights on “Fathers” in the back hallway. Meets 1st and 3rd Fridays at 10:00 am (Does not meet Nov. 2). CR.
—The Christian Cooperative Ministry, located just down the street from us, will distribute more than 250 special food boxes to the tables of many of our Madison neighbors in need. How can you help? We challenge our clubs and classes (plus you individuals!) to bring in donations of these food items: instant potatoes, stuffing mix, canned sweet potatoes, cornbread mix, macaroni and cheese, canned corn and green beans, cake mix, small bags of flour, small bottles of oil, and chicken broth. Please bring donations to the front desk no later than November 19.
—Madison Branch Library is scheduled to reopen on Monday, Dec 10. They invite the community to join them at 10:30 AM that day for the Grand Reopening.
Wellness Resources Grief Support Group:
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 10:00 am. This is 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. CR Medicare Counseling:
For help with your Medicare questions, call 1-877-801-0044, email tn.ship@ tn.gov, or visit tnmedicarehelp.com. Metro Nutrition Program:
Lunch for seniors over 60. Must apply with Metro first. Mon-Fri, 11:30 am. 48 hour reservation required. Call 615-860-7180 with questions. Donations requested. Reiki Sessions:
Reiki Master Cyndi Clark offers Reiki sessions (Japanese hands -on healing) Fridays beginning at 12:00 pm for $15/15 min; $25/30 min. Appointments can be made at the front desk. Therapeutic Massage:
Certified Massage Therapist Sue Truitt provides massages at her home near the center. Call her at 615-868-7032 or 615-519-3788 to schedule. Bulletin Board
On the three bulletin boards in the front hallway, you can read and make suggestions; see get well and sympathy messages, and read and post events and classifieds. Items posted may only remain for one month.
Food for Thought at the Frist: Do Ho Suh- “Specimens” Tuesday, November 6 - 11:00 am - $5.00 (lunch included)
At Madison Station, we go on approximately 6-8 trips per month. The trip list comes out on what we call ‘T3’ or “Trippin’ Third Thursday” and lists the following month’s trips. December’s trip list will be released on November 15. Payment is due at sign-up either in person or by phone with credit card. If a trip is full, you may put your name on the waiting list. If you are interested at all in trips, don’t miss T3! Trip Policies *Minimum number— All trips require a minimum of 6 people unless otherwise noted. Trips not meeting the minimum number will be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance and credit given to those already signed up. *Departure Time - Trips will leave at the stated departure time, so it is best if you arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure. No credit will be given if you are late. *Cancellations and No Shows A credit will be issued if a cancellation is given within 24 hours of a trip’s scheduled departure. No credits or transfers will be made for trips that a member did not attend. However, in the case of a trip involving pre-ordered tickets or reservations, a credit will be given only if we can refill your seat. Credits/Refunds: Credits will only be good for up to 90 days from the issue date. There are no cash refunds for any trip. Attendance: Cancelling or not showing up for three or more trips/ events within a month will result in being placed on a waiting list the following month. Exceptions: Exceptions may be considered by the Center/Program Director in extreme situations.
This second session in the Frist Art Museum’s “Food for Thought” series will focus on the exhibition “Specimens” and will explore artist Do Ho Suh’s sculptural installations which poetically reflect on the meanings and messages contained in spaces, both real and imagined. Lunch and admission included.
Inglewood & Friends to Montgomery Bell Park Thursday, November 8 - 10:30 am - $8.00 + Lunch Nothing says fall like a trip to the picturesque Montgomery Bell Park. Sit back and enjoy the scenery as you travel to the park, first stopping at The Forge Restaurant. You’ll enjoy a leisurely buffet lunch, while overlooking the beautiful Lake Acorn. After lunch, the bus will take you to the site of the first Cumberland Presbyterian Church, founded in 1810 in the log cabin home of Reverend Samuel McAdow. A replica of the cabin and church are located within the park.
Thankful for All of Us Lunch
Tuesday, November 13 - 10:45 am - FREE! The FiftyForward All of Us Research Program is having a FUN, FREE and FESTIVE Thanksgiving lunch to be “Thankful for All of Us.” Enjoy music by Geno Haffner, the Choraleers and of course, an AMAZING meal! They want everyone to know how thankful they are for your interest in the All of Us Research Program. Door prizes and vendors will be on hand as well! **Deadline is November 8. Maximum of 12 people on bus, but you may sign up to drive yourself to Knowles Center. RSVP is required.**
Hiking Club to Edwin Warner Park Monday, November 19 - 9:30 am - $7.00 + Lunch You will want to wear layers, because once we get moving, you may want to take one off! There are several trails of varying lengths to choose from, both paved and earthen. If you get back before everyone else, enjoy sitting on the covered porch and rock for a while! Afterward, we’ll lunch at the City Bakery & Café, a little gem in Bellevue where you can get salads, soups, sandwiches and paninis.
The Thrifty Spender: Christmas Shopping and Lunch Monday, November 26 - 9:30 am $3.00 (or free for scholarship members) + Lunch + Any Purchases Made! Christmas time is a-coming and we’ve had requests to make a trip to Wal-Mart to do some shopping. First we’ll load up on pancakes at IHOP so we’ll have plenty on energy to shop!
Madison Travelers to Miss Lucille’s Marketplace Thursday, November 29 - 9:45 am - $8.00 + Lunch Jaunt to Clarksville for shopping in a venue that is larger than a football field! Miss Lucille’s Marketplace has variety of merchandise ranging from vintage finds, handmade goods, rare antiques, gift items, and furniture. They offer shopping carts for all your finds, wide aisles, and are handicap accessible. And with over 200 vendors, we’ll need a break for a bite, so we’ll be eating at their in-store cafe for some quality, local eats!
Inglewood and Friends to The Rawlings Thursday, December 13 - 11:15 am - $29 includes Lunch, Tip & Drink (*Note: Please sign up by November 30. Refunds won’t be given after this date.*) Celebrate the season at elegantly decorated venue, The Rawlings, for a sumptuous feast of Garden Salad, Grilled Chicken, Cornbread Dressing and Gravy, Green Beans, Pineapple-glazed Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, Baked Cinnamon Apples, Rolls, and Red Velvet Parfait. Afterwards, play White Elephant, an exchange of anonymous, wrapped gifts. Please bring a gift valued at $5.00 if you would like to participate.
Madison Travelers to See “A Sanders Family Christmas” Thursday, December 20 - 10:00 am - $35 + Lunch (*Note: Please sign up by November 20. Refunds won’t be given after this date.*) Head to the Cumberland County Playhouse in Crossville to see this touching play. It's December 24, 1941, and America is going to war. Join Pastor Mervin Oglethorpe and the spirit filled Sanders Family as they send a soldier off with hilarious and touching stories and 25 Christmas favorites. Beforehand, lunch at the delicious buffet at Homestead Harvest Restaurant located in the idyllic Cumberland Mountain State Park.
Thank You!
Learn About Chinese Medicine, Part 2 In October, several members learned about the origins and concepts of traditional Chinese Medicine, such as the theory of yin and yang and the five elements. On Tuesday, November 6 at 10:15 am, licensed acupunctur ist Br ian Wilson will be back to discuss var ious Chinese Medicine disciplines such acupuncture, herbal formulas, cupping, tui na (massage), and dietary and movement therapies to treat most human illnesses not requiring surgical intervention. At its heart Chinese medicine is the art of living in harmony to nature and preventing illness. Learn how Chinese Medicine views the body, its relationship to nature and some basic lifestyle and home remedies including dietary choices, sleeping patterns, appropriate exercise and clothing for staying healthy as we navigate into the fall and winter.
Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov. 4 Remember to turn your clocks back one hour the night of Saturday, November 3 so when you wake up on the 4th you won’t be late for all your activities.
Breast Health Forum The Center For Women’s Health Research is striving to reduce the breast cancer mortality rate of women, particularly women of color. On Thursday, November 8 at 10:30 am, they will be here to discuss breast health for women. All women in all demographics are invited to learn about detection and treatment for breast cancer. Sign up in the Free Event Binder on the front desk.
The Center For Women’s Health Research is also offering free mammogram screenings until November 9th at Meharry Medical Center. If you are interested, please call 615-327-6531.
Record Your Oral History November 27 Tennessee State University invites you to record your oral history for their Preservation Project on Tuesday, November 27 beginning at 10:00 am in the Conference Room. The Preservation Project is devoted to connecting families and individuals to their history by providing them with the ability to tell their story through their recorded words and digitized family photos (they held a scan-a-thon in September). They will record your oral stories to create documentaries that can be shared with families and saved for future generations. The recorders will stay until approximately 2:00 pm depending on those interested. Please sign up in the Free Event Binder if you want to participate.
Walgreens ‘Brown Bag’ Day November 29 Bring all your medications in a brown bag (or other container) for Brown Bag Med Check Day on Thursday, November 29. A Walgreens pharmacist will review them with you. Please bring medications in their original bottle, not just loose pills. So the pharmacist can meet with each person individually, appointments will be made in 10-minute increments beginning at 10:00 am. Limited space is available, so sign up quickly in the Free Event Binder at the front desk.
Deck the Halls November 30 Join us in making everything merry and bright around the Center by decking the halls in grand Christmas-style! All are welcome to help from 8:00 to 10:00 am on Friday, November 30th! In appreciation of Santa’s helpers, it will be our pleasure to treat all those participating to some bagels!
—Creekside Center for Health and Rehabilitation for sponsoring Big Bingo. —Maybelle Carter Senior Living for being our Tasty Tuesday cookie sponsor and organizing our SuperBingo. —Wood Financial Group; Cigna Healthspring; the Center for Women’s Health; Brian Wilson; TSU and Walgreens for hosting events this month. —Petty Laney for picking up trash around our parking lot. —and to all our amazing volunteers: your support is precious to us!
FiftyForward Travel Trips FiftyForward Travel is waiting for you! We post the flyers for these trips in our Social Room on the display rack near the kitchen area. Call Janice Judd at 615-231-1235 for info. DECEMBER 3-7 BRANSON HOLIDAY SHOW JANUARY 21-26, 2019 ORLANDO & COCOA BEACH FEBRUARY 9-16, 2019 HAWAIIAN CRUISE MARCH 27-APRIL 6, 2019 DISCOVER GREECE: In the Footsteps of Paul APRIL 23-MAY 1, 2019TEXAS...YE-HA! MAY 6-19, 2019 ICELAND & IRELAND JULY 5-17, 2019 NOVA SCOTIA and MORE AUGUST 25-31, 2019 MACKINAC ISLAND OCTOBER 7-17, 2019 PANAMA CANAL CRUISE OCTOBER 5-13, 2019 CAPE COD
Our Staff Brandy Lamb Center Director blamb@fiftyforward.org
Look at All The Fun We Had in October!
Julie Reeves Program Director jreeves@fiftyforward.org Michelle Conley Office Assitant mconley@fiftyforward.org Tom Myres - Driver tmyres@fiftyforward.org Emily Eriamiatoe Care Manager Eeriamiatoe @fiftyforward.org
Direct Line: 615-622-5409
Graduates of the AARP Driving Course; The Loose Caboose performed at Tasty Tuesday.
Lisa Hill, FLIP Coordinator lhill@fiftyforward.org Direct Line: 615-622-9867
Our Partners
Sylvia Ballard and Fred Sandoval were crowned Queen and King of the Homecoming Dance. Top Right: Music For Seniors hosted a Folk Dancing Class. Right: The Hiking Club trekked in White House.
FiftyForward T-Shirts Stay warm this fall and show your FiftyForward pride with your longsleeved FiftyForward shirts! We’ve got TWO designs-and THREE colors—for you to choose from! First, we have a 3/4 sleeve baseball jersey. The sleeves are black and the torso is gray with a black FiftyForward logo in the middle. Next, we have our 20th anniversary long-sleeved T-shirts with our logo in the pocket area and then “Established in 1996” on the back. These are available in purple and gray. Limited quantities and sizes (S-XXL) remain. Cost for both designs is $15.00 per shirt. XXXL is available for $20.00. You can purchase these shirts at the front desk.
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