THE WHISTLESTOP October 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.
Letter from the Center Director It is October, one of my favorite months of the year! We have a lot of great announcements to share with you! First, we would like to share that Nancy Brown has been elected Madison Station's new Advisory Council Chair and Libby Baughman the Vice-Chair. Please join us in congratulating them! Nancy and Libby, as well as, all members of the Advisory Council (see front desk for a list) are here to hear your voice. If you have questions, concerns, or ideas for the center please see one of them. In the spirit of "ArtOber" we are pleased to announce that we are now Community Partners with the Frist Art Museum. As Community Partners we will participant in both a Fall and Spring Art Trunk program which merges the current exhibit with fun art projects. Additionally, we receive FREE Admission and Parking to the Frist anytime. This means any FiftyForward Madison Station member can go to the Frist (with guests) for free! Please pick up a flyer from the front desk for more details on how to use this exciting new benefit. In other BIG news, the FiftyForward Board of Directors have announced the next FiftyForward Executive Director, Sallie Hussey. She will be leaving her current role as Chief Development Officer at The Next Door, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving women in crisis, to join FiftyForward in mid-October. She will work concurrently with longtime FiftyForward Executive Director, Janet Jernigan, until the end of the calendar year. —Brandy Lamb, Center Director
Letter from the Program Director October’s activities are full of culture—from art exhibits and classes to food from Mexico and Germany. Plus you can also travel to Amish Country and learn how to Folk Dance! And that’s just the beginning of a month full of learning, music and parties! I hope you will all join us at the Homecoming Dance on October 5—I’ve got my poodle skirt ready! Then I’ll make a costume change for the Halloween Party on October 30; wear your most creative costume and you might win a gift card! Between these two parties, you’ll have the opportunity to find a job, get a reduction on your car insurance, and learn to write a will! Don’t miss a thing—join us here at Madison Station! —Julie Reeves, Program Director
Hours:
NCOA Job Fair October 10
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)
Come ‘Home’ to Madison Station on Friday, October 5 at 5:30 pm for a nostalgic Homecoming Dance sponsored by Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing. Past, present and future members are invited to a 50s and 60s ‘blast from the past’! We’ll have line dancing, couples dancing, plus plenty of seating for those who like to sit back and enjoy the music from the Blue Suede Shoes, the rockin’ band that played our September Dinner Show. Heavy appetizers will be served. A king and queen who best represent the ‘spirit of the evening’ will be crowned! You are welcome to dress up for the occasion in 50s/60s attire, formalwear, or just some nice slacks! We invite you to bring your high school memorabilia to display as well. Tickets are only $10.00 and are available at the front desk. Invite your friends and family too!
The National Council on Aging is partnering with FiftyForward to host a Job & Resource Fair on Wednesday, October 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in our Social Room. More than 40 businesses and resource organizations will be in attendance to recruit older adults seeking to re-enter the workforce, earn extra income or start a second career. Come dressed for success and bring plenty of resumes!
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
Nacho Ordinary Place: A “Journey” to Mexico! Thursday, October 4 Tom Mulgrew has traveled to Mexico several times and wants to share with us how wonderful and rich in history the country is! Through pictures, videos, music and more, he will take you on a “journey” to another country! While you are enjoying his presentation, you’ll be treated to delicious chips, salsa and queso donated by Moe’s Southwest Grill! The ‘fiesta’ starts at 10:30 am. Please sign up in the Free Event Binder so we know how many to plan for.
Tasty Tuesday: A Ghostly Good Time! Tuesday, October 16 Join us at 11:30 am for a Halloween-themed Tasty Tuesday! First we’ll have Monster Fingers (all-beef hot dogs), Spider Web Casserole (potato casserole), Addams Family Apples, Creepy Cookies and witches brew (tea). Afterward, you’re in for a treat—or is it a trick?—as the Loose Caboose players lead you in an afternoon of music and laughs! We’ll also have some other spooky surprises! Join in the fun and come dressed up in costume (note that this isn’t the day of the contest though; see below). Purchase a $7.00 ticket by Friday, October 12th! Your ticket stub makes you eligible for the door prize!
Medicare Workshop by UnitedHealthcare Tuesday, October 23 Steven Wells, representative of UnitedHealthcare, 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. Wells is happy to answer any questions you may have about plans. Light refreshments will be provided. Sign up in the Free Event Binder.
Halloween Birthday Party & Costume Contest Tuesday, October 30 One of our favorite and funniest events of the year is coming Tuesday, October 30th at 1:00 pm in the Social Room. We can’t wait to see what our creative members come up with this year for our costume contest! The crowd will judge the winners and gift card prizes will be awarded. Those who attend will enjoy FREE punch, cupcakes, and ice cream. Those whose birthdays are in the fall (September, October or November) will receive a Captain D’s coupon for a free meal. Sign up to attend in the FREE event binder by Friday, October 26.
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.
Wellness Resources Unless otherwise indicated, classes and activities are included with membership. Visitors add $5.00. Class Locations: PR=Party Room; FC=Fitness Center; CR=Conference Room; SR=Social Room
9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; FC 12:30pm; SilverSneakers Circuit; led by Kathleen Phillips; Increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing workout; PR 1:45 pm; SilverSneakers® Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing; led by Kathleen Phillips; Focuses on reducing stress & breathing techniques; PR ®
9:00 am; Tai-Chi; led by Brian Wilson; Improves balance, flexibility and overall health; $5 per class; FC 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Classic; led by Kathleen Phillips; Uses hand-held weights, tubes, balls, and chairs; PR 9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; FC 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch; led by Kathleen Phillips; Moves your body through a series of seated & standing yoga poses; PR 12:30 pm; SilverSneakers® Classic led by Kathleen Phillips; see above; PR 12:30 pm; SilverSneakers® Classic led by Kathleen Phillips; PR 1:45 pm; Gentle Yoga with Lisa Cotton; Uses seated and standing yoga poses; $2 a class; PR (Note: on October 11, this class is cancelled; on Oct. 18, Kathleen will teach.
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.
Audiology Screenings: Ascent Audiology provides free hearing screenings on the 4th Tuesday of the month (Oct. 23) from 10:30-11:30 am. Appointment required. Sign up at the front desk. Benefit Checkup: Are you eligible for SNAP & other benefits? To find out, call the Family Assistance Service Center: (615) 743-2000 Blood Pressure Checks: 1st Tuesday of the month provided by Shirley Brown. 3rd Tuesday provided by Hickory Gardens Assisted Living. 10:30 -11:30 a.m. SR Blood Pressure and Glucose Checks: Provided by Creekside Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on the 4th Tuesday (Oct. 23) 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. We have several people that meet between 7:00 and 7:30 am almost everyday if you’d like to join them! 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. 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.
* 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! October 1 and October 23, sponsored by All of Us, are ‘regular’ Bingo. SR. *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.
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, Mexican Train Dominoes meets at 11:30 am. Our pool room has four pool tables, cues, and balls. Come join the fun!
*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! Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. 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 October 11. 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. Also on Friday, October 12 and 26 from Noon to 3:00 pm in Social Room.
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.
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.
Sun
Mon 1
7
Tue 2
8
Wed 3
Thu
Fri
4
5
10:00 Chinese Medicine Talk 10:30 BP 11:00 Food for Thought Trip
10:00 Life’s 10:00 Dementia Transitions Group Support Group 10:30 Activities 10:30 Nacho Committee Ordinary Place 12 Madison 4:15 Trip to Travelers Art Show
10:00 Wisdom Writers 12:00 Film Club: “Same Kind of Different As Me”
9
10
12
11
9-1 JOB FAIR 9:30 Trip to 9:00 Second 10:00 Courtyard Sight Concert Trip 10:00 Life’s Amish Country 10:30 Red Hats Transitions Group 12:30 Karaoke 5-7:00 Night 2:00 Folk Dance Columbus Day Gentle Yoga Against Crime at Class Center IS Open Cancelled Amqui Station
14 National Dessert Day
21
9:00 Trip to Governor Talk 10:00 Grief Support 11:00 Trip to Bavarian
9:30 Art Class 10:30 BP 11:30 TASTY TUESDAY 1:00 Inglewood Club
9:00 Legal Aid T3- Trippin’ 9:30 Advisory Third Thursday! Council 10:00-2:00 pm 10:00 Life’s AARP Class Transitions Group 10:00 Trip to 10:30 Fundraising Federal Grove 2:00 Folk Dance
10:00 Wisdom Writers 10:00-2:00 pm AARP Class 12:30 Film Club: Viewer’s Choice
22
23
24
26
9:00 Hiking Trip
28
Schedule for Every Week:
Deadline for Tasty Tuesday Tickets
17
29
10:00 Medicare 10:00 Life’s Workshop Transitions 10:30 Audiology Support Group 10:30 BP/ 2:00 Folk Dance Glucose Class 1:00 Bingo
30
31
1:00 Fall/ Halloween Birthday Party
10:00 Life’s Transitions Support Group 2:00 Folk Dance Class
Mondays:
Tuesdays:
9:00 am Traditional Yoga 12:00 pm Quilting 12:30pm SilverSneakers Circuit 1:45 pm; SilverSneakers Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing
9:00 am Tai-Chi 10:00 am SilverSneakers Classic 1:00 pm Loose Caboose 1:00 pm Open Music Jam
19
10:00 How to Write A Will
Wednesdays:
13
12:00 Music Jam
16
25
6
9:00 am to Dusk Madison Motor Madness Car Show at HOMECOMING Amqui Station DANCE 5:30
15
9:00 Second Sight
18
Sat
7:30 Trip to Southern Belle Riverboat 12:00 Music Jam
Thursdays:
20
27 Make A Difference Day
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
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. CR. Film Club – At 12:00 p.m. on 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month. On October 5, a wealthy couple whose marriage is on the rocks befriends a homeless man who changes their perspectives. On October 19, 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. Must be present at meeting to sign up for trips planned. 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 October 8. CR. Reminisce – Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. September 4. 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. CR.
Amqui Station & Visitor’s Center, our next door neighbor, will be hosting the Madison Motor Madness Car Show on Saturday, October 6 from 9:00 am until dusk. Come awe a wide variety of vehicles from yesterday and today. Madison’s Night Out Against Crime will be held Tuesday, October 9 from 5:00 –7:00 pm at Amqui Station. There will be games, food, music and more all for free! Night at the Boo-seum will be held October 31 from 4-7pm at Amqui Station. Bring your grandkids out to trick or treat in a safe environment.
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. Contact Pat Cullom at 615-860-7180. 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: We Shall Overcome Tuesday, October 2 - 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. November’s trip list will be released on October 18. Payment is due at sign-up either in person or by phone with credit card. Some trips are full due to the trip list coming out two weeks prior to the newsletter release. If the trip is full, you may put your name on the waiting list. If you are interested at all in trips, don’t miss T3!
This lunchtime conversation at the Frist Art Museum focuses on the exhibition We Shall Overcome: Civil Rights and the Nashville Press, 1957–1968 and will explore the early 1960s student movement in Nashville, the roles students played, and each academic administration’s response to the demonstrators. Lunch and admission to the galleries is included .
Artober: Poverty & The Arts Show and Create Your Own Pie Thursday, October 4 - 4:15 pm - $5.00 + Dinner October is “Artober” and we will celebrate by attending the Poverty & the Arts exhibit at Casa Azafrán gallery. Two of our members, Ellie Kane and David Cline, will have art exhibited. Beforehand, we will show our own artistry by creating “pies” at Pie Five Pizza!
Courtyard Concerts at the Nashville Library: The Wanna Beatles Tuesday, October 9 - 10:00 am - $6.00 + Brunch Stop at Nashville Biscuit House for brunch before heading to the Library for featured musicians, The Wanna Beatles, who are celebrating the 50th anniversary of The White Album. Come hear a variety of Beatles favorites as well as a tribute to David Cassidy. This event is outside so be sure to dress for the occasion.
Inglewood & Friends to Amish Country in Etheridge, TN Thursday, October 11 - 9:30 am - $17.00 + Lunch + Cash for Goods Journey to Lawrence County, home to approximately 100 Amish families. Before our visit, we’ll eat at Shaffer Farms Texas BBQ. featured on Tennessee Crossroads. Next, we’ll visit the Amish Welcome Center and board horse-drawn wagons for our 1½ hour tour of at least 4 Amish farms, which feature a wood shop, soap and candle maker, basket workshop, and of course, various jams, jellies and baked goods. The Amish ONLY except cash so bring money! Return time is approximately 4:00 pm to the center.
Bavarian Bierhaus and Shopping at Opry Mills Monday, October 15 - 11:00 am - $5.00 + Lunch
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 preordered 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.
Experience Oktoberfest at the Bavarian Bierhaus in Opry Mills! The restaurant has the look of a large Munich bierhall and the menu is full of authentic Bavarian dishes, plus some things you’ll recognize like hamburgers, salads, and fish and chips! Afterwards, you’ll have a hour to walk around the mall, shop or just find a bench to digest your meal.
Madison Travelers to Federal Grove in Auburn, KY Thursday, October 18 - 10:00 am - $8.00 + Lunch Journey to the historic Federal Grove Bed and Breakfast to “taste the Kentucky South.” Enjoy the tastes of a family-style, old-fashioned meal steeped in a rich historical setting. Note: The all-you-can-eat family-style meal with three meats, four vegetables, and two cold salads is $14.95. Drink and dessert not included. Afterward, venture to Colonial House Furniture, where they have been making solid wood furniture, and the Countryside Bake Shop run by Mennonites before heading home.
Hiking Club with Julie to White House Greenway Monday, October 22 - 9:00 am - $6.00 + Lunch Enjoy the autumn foliage as Julie takes you on a hike through the White House Greenway, which features beautiful wooden plains along the Honey Run Creek. Please note there are some hilly areas along the way. After our visit, bring your appetite to Jaws Jumbo Burgers, where the burgers are 100% sirloin (or ground turkey) and made-to-order. On Mondays, a combo with a single burger, fries and drink is $6.95. They take CASH only.
Southern Belle Riverboat “Fall Leaf Cruise” in Chattanooga Friday, October 26 - 7:30 am - $49.00 includes lunch Board the Southern Belle Riverboat for a 3-hour scenic experience of the Tennessee River. We leave early because of the time change, but seeing nature’s brilliant canvas of colors is worth the early wake up call. On the cruise, enjoy a lunch featuring roast beef and rotisserie chicken, baby red potatoes, mixed vegetables, salad, rolls, and dessert. Deck one showcases live music, deck two features bingo, and deck three has tour narration! Be sure to bring a jacket. Please note there is no elevator. ***Note: Sign up by Friday, October 5th. No refunds will be given after this date. Must have at least 10 people to attend.***
Gaither Homecoming Christmas Tour Friday, November 16 - 5:45 pm - $36.00 Join Bill Gaither, the Gaither Vocal Band, and many others at Lipscomb’s Allen Arena for a full evening of inspirational and Christmas performances! There is no dinner stop before the event, which begins at 7:00 pm. The performance will be at least three hours. We will plan to leave at 10:15 pm regardless due to staffing. ***Note: Sign up by Friday, October 19th. No refunds will be given after this date.***
Thank You! Learn About Chinese Medicine October 2 Traditional Chinese Medicine has evolved over 2,500 years and employs acupuncture, herbal formulas, cupping, tui na (massage), 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. On Tuesday, October 2 at 10:15 am, licensed acupuncturist Brian Wilson will spend some time introducing the public to the basic theories of 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.
Meet Governor Candidates October 15 FiftyForward has been working with AARP Tennessee and the Council on Aging to provide an opportunity for older adults to meet with the gubernatorial candidates. Thanks to volunteer Eddie Davidson we have a session with Karl Dean scheduled at the Patricia Hart Building (Knowles Center) on Monday, Oct. 15 from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. We will take the van to Knowles (leaving at 9:00 am for those wanting to go for FREE—just sign up at the front desk BY October 10. Numerous approaches have been made to Bill Lee’s campaign offering that date and time and three other opportunities but they have not been able to commit yet as the candidate is currently in the process of visiting all 95 counties.
Artober: Make Your Own Prints Join our art group on October 16 for a simple printmaking project using foam board, water based inks and brayers to make a layered city scape. Fun, easy and you can make many prints of your work to use as cards or to collage together. Class is from 9:30 am to 11:00 am (you’ll have time to clean up before Tasty Tuesday!) Cost is $10.00 per person. Minimum of 6 students; maximum of 10. Sign up at the front desk by Friday, October 12.
Music for Seniors Folk Dancing Class in October Music for Seniors will be holding a Folk Dance Learning Lab HERE at Madison Station on Wednesdays, October 10 through October 31 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Learn simple Folk Dances accompanied by Tantsova Grupa, the acclaimed Nashville-based ensemble. They will perform traditional live folk music from Eastern Europe and the Balkans and then their Teaching Artist will instruct the group in easy-to-learn folk dances incorporating basic steps for the group to perform in circle formation. No prior dance experience needed! No partners required! You’ll learn 5 or 6 unique folk dances over this 4-session series. On the final performance/lesson on October 31, costumes are encouraged! This one-of-a-kind live music and dance experience is FREE, you just need to register with Music for Seniors by calling 615-330-1937 or going to eventbrite.com
Learn How to Write A Will October 25 Heritage Law Attorney Jake Mason will be here Thursday, October 25 at 10:00 am to teach you how to write your own will. He will give you the tools and the ‘verbiage’ needed to make a legally-binding document. Later in the year (date to be determined) he will be back to review what you have written and Julie Reeves can notarize your document. Please sign up in the Free Event Binder at the front desk so we know how many to plan for.
—Creekside Center for Health and Rehabilitation for sponsoring our Homecoming Dance. —Maybelle Carter Senior Living for being our Tasty Tuesday cookie sponsor. —UnitedHealthcare; Heritage Law Firm; Brian Wilson; Tom Mulgrew; Music for Seniors and AARP for hosting classes this month. —Petty Laney & Betsy Laux 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. NOVEMBER 12-16 NEW ORLEANS 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 & SCOTLAND OCTOBER 7-17, 2019 PANAMA CANAL CRUISE Day Trips: Tropicana—Nov 15 Christmas in the Country—Nov 3 Thomas House Hotel—Dec 6
Our Staff Brandy Lamb Center Director blamb@fiftyforward.org 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
AARP Driving Course This Month Cars have changed. So have traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads you travel every day. Some drivers age 50-plus have never looked back since they got their first driver's license, but even the most experienced drivers can benefit from refreshing their driving skills. By taking a driver refresher course you'll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. You'll learn how you can manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. After completing the course, you will have a greater appreciation of driving challenges and a better understanding of how to avoid potential collisions and injuring yourself or others. Plus, you may be eligible to receive an insurance discount upon completing the course, so consult your insurance agent. The AARP Smart Driver™ course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers age 50 and older. We will hold the course at FiftyForward Madison Station on October 18 and 19 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm each day. Cost is $15.00 for AARP Members; $20 for non-AARP members. Checks ONLY will be accepted and must be made out to AARP. Registration is first-come; first-served and a maximum of 25 students can be accepted. Sign up at the front desk.
Lisa Hill, FLIP Coordinator lhill@fiftyforward.org Direct Line: 615-622-9867
Our Partners
Center Closed Nov 2 All FiftyForward Centers will be Closed on Friday, November 2 due to a Staff Retreat. Please mark your calendars.
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.
FiftyForward Madison Station 301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED