J . L . Tu r n e r C e n t e r May Newsletter FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being, and lifelong learning. May 2014
Letter from the Director Dear Turner Center Members, The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center is hosting a “Book-a-Planner” interactive outreach program and presentation shared by the Tennessee Dept. of Transportation. This presentation will take place during this month’s potluck which is Wednesday, May 28th at 11:30 a.m. Attendees will be able to share their input via live polling to assist TDOT in making sure the community’s future needs are addressed. By 2040, Tennessee is projected to be the 15th most populous State in the United States. Your help is requested to ensure that the needs of your community are addressed as we look to the future. We hope to see you at this event on the 28th! ~Megan
Getting Out and About The Turner Center is making getting out and about this spring easy to do. We’ve got some great trips this month including the General Jackson Showboat trip, a visit to the Schermerhorn for a
Turner Center member, Linda Black visits with a newborn kid at Noble Springs Dairy Farm on 04/21/14.
Curb Open Rehearsal with the Nashville Symphony, and a Music For Seniors t rip t o Cheekwood— and that is in just one week. Come by and see how the Turner Center and “Turner at Twilight” can get you out and about this Spring!
Performer at the Cherry Blossom Festival trip with “Turner at Twilight” group.
Ask The Social Worker Question for May: Question for March:
By Gretchen Funk, MSW - Program Coordinator, FiftyForward Care Team
W hen possibl e, it is import ant to make decisions prior t o a experiencing doctor's bills, medicine and rent. She person is very ill and experiencing memo ry l o ss. Once a diagnosis of dement ia is made memory loss and can't work anymore. She is also on oxygen and is or impairment is ident if ied, a perso n’ s in need a lot of help. What resources are we needofto make capacity t o mak e right ju dgment s and available to help her ?" sou nd decisions comes into important legal qu est ion. Legal decisions, su ch as t he and financial assignment of a pow er of atto rney, made aft er a diagnosis of dement ia decisions. How coul d be disput ed. Before pro ceeding, should we consult you r lov ed one’ s do ct or and t hen possibly an att orney f or adv ice to proceed?” ensure t hat t he best int erest s of you r l ov ed o ne are protect ed. “My loved one is
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(all events are free unless otherwise indicated)
Special Events
Card Sharks: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m. until noon. A different card game every week. Student Arts & Crafts Show Reception: Thursday, May 1 at 4:00p.m. Snacks provided. Chaffin’s Barn “A Bad Year for Tomatoes”: Thursday, May 1 at 11:15a.m. $19 ***48 hour cancellation notice required! *** Storytelling: Thursday, May 8 from 1:00p.m.—3:00p.m. Join our Creating Memoirs group as they share their experiences they’ve recorded over the last few months. Amateur Photography Group Introductory Meeting: Monday, May 12 at 10:30a.m. Bring your camera and join other photography hobbyists as this group begins. Get The Most Bang for Your Nutritional Buck: Monday, May 12 at 11:30a.m. Caregiver Support Group: Tuesday, May 13 at 1:00p.m. David Mooney with Answers For Elders will be our speaker. Do Your Best Not to Get Stressed with Gretchen Funk: Wednesday, May 21 at 11:30a.m. Potluck: Wednesday, May 28 at 11:30a.m. This month we will feature an interactive presentation by the Tennessee Department 0f Transportation. Signs and Symptoms of Strokes: F.A.S.T: Friday, May 30 at 11:00a.m. Jonathan Overbay with Star PT will be here to answer questions on how PT can help with stroke recovery. Sit & Knit Questions & Answers: Fridays in May from 9:00a.m. to 10:30a.m. Intermediate and experienced knitters who are in a “knot” can get help and answers here.
Groups Gather Round: Mondays from 1:00p.m. - 2:30p.m. Contact Karen at kjforester@comcast.net Sit & Knit: Tuesdays from 9:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Line Dance: Beginner’s Class each Wednesday at 1:00p.m. Intermediate/Advanced class each Friday at 10:30a.m. Contact Louise at lgoodman00@comcast.net Book and Written Memory Group: May’s book is Bad Mother, A Chronicle by Ayelet Waldman. Thursday, May 22 at 1:00p.m. Contact Ann at 646-8683 Quilting: Fridays, 11:15 am—3 pm. Contact Eva, at evacrsy@hotmail.com. Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Fridays in May at 9:00a.m. Friday, May 2: Romantic Period of Fashionable Dress: 1820-1850 – Tonya Staggs Friday, May 9: All Preservation is Local – Robin Ziegler Friday, May 16: Guide to Natchez Trace Parkway & Bellevue History Wall Update-Lynne Bachleda Friday, May 23: BH&G Goes to the Movies—18th century and documentary DVDs
Arts and Crafts Art One Day: For those of you who have ever said, “I’m going to try that ONE DAY.” Oil Pastel Workshop on Friday, May 23 at 10:30a.m. - 1:30p.m. $25 - All supplies included. Art Open Studio Time: Wednesday, May 21 from 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m. Bring your art project and we will provide a quiet, creative space in which you can work. $3 fee (refreshments served).
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Field Trips
Tennessee Craft formerly TACA: Friday, May 2 at 9:30a.m. $6
Nashville Food Project: Tuesday, May 6 at 9:15a.m. $5
K9’s and Choppers: Wednesday, May 7 at 9:15a.m. $7
Senior Day on the General Jackson Showboat: Tuesday, May 13 at 10:00a.m. $35
Music for Seniors Nashville In Harmony: Wednesday, May 14 at 9:15a.m. $5
Nashville Symphony Curb Open Rehearsal: Thursday, May 15 at 9:00a.m. $6
TPAC LookIn: Nashville Ballet presents Emergence: Tuesday, May 20 at 4:30p.m. $6
Montgomery Bell State Park: Thursday, May 22 at 9:00a.m. $7
Supper Club to Jim ‘N Nick’s: Monday, May 26 at 4:30p.m. On your own
Lunchin’ Around at Raz’z: Tuesday, May 27 at 10:30a.m. $6
On The Road with Joan—MOTORCOACH May Trip: Spring Music & Arts Festival in Historic Rugby, TN. Saturday, May 17, 2014. $30 per person June Trip: Red Barn Winery and Vineyards in Lafayette, TN. Thursday, June 19, 2014. $37 per person (lunch included) July Trip: Sewanee University Tour, Lunch and Shopping in Sewanee, TN. Thursday, July 17, 2014. $38 per person (lunch included) Make reservations with Joan Sincerbox at joan.sincerbox@comcast.net or 615-646-0059.
Volunteer Opportunities May Turner Center Volunteer Opportunities:
Nashville Food Project: 5/6/14 at 9:15a.m.
Fun Friday! Yahtzee Host needed: 5/16/14 at 11:30
Potluck Assistance: 5/28/14 at 11:00a.m.
Outback Project: Thursdays in May from 9a.m.-11a.m. to do Spring planting.
Volunteers are needed at BELL Garden every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Much of the work is done at tables – no heavy lifting or bending – such as planting seeds, making garden stakes, and preparing soil. This is a drop-in opportunity for volunteers. BELL Garden is located behind Bellevue Middle School at 655 Colice Jeanne Rd, across from the Red Caboose Park and the Bellevue Library. Call Robin Johnson with RSVP for more information: 743-3424.
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center 8101 Hwy 100 Nashville, TN 37221 Phone: 615-646-9622 Fax: 615-673-8729 Website: www.fiftyforward.org www.facebook.com/FiftyForwardJLTurnerCenter
E-mail: Megan Roller, Center Director, mroller@fiftyforward.org Nicole Longuevan, Program and Volunteer Manager, nlonguevan@fiftyforward.org Candace Waligora, Program Coordinator, cwaligora@fiftyforward.org Joan Sincerbox, On the Road with Joan Travel Coordinator, joansincerbox@comcast.net or (615) 646-0059
Reminder . . . The FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center will be CLOSED on Monday, May 26, 2014 in observance of Memorial Day.
Turner at Twilight is geared towards “baby boomers,” but all members age 50+ are welcome! Please pick up the May “Turner at Twilight” newsletter in the Turner Center lobby and see what fun evening/weekend activities we have planned for this month.
Announcements Bellevue Family YMCA Senior Luau Thursday, May 8, 2014 from 10:00a.m. until . . . Sign up with a YMCA staff person.
The Bellevue Family YMCA & FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center will be hosting our Spring Silent Auction from 4/28/14 - 5/4/14. Stop by to bid on great items for summer travel! All proceeds benefit the Annual Giving Campaign
Games Sudoku: Monday, May 5, 10:30a.m.-Noon. Contact Howard at hnphorn@aol.com. Sensational Scrabble: Friday, May 9 at Noon. Please bring a snack to share with the group. Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, May 29 at Noon. Please bring a snack to share with the group. Mah-Jongg: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Contact Jane at 218-7647 or janemock@comcast.net. Bridge: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:45a.m.-3p.m. Contact Ed at 646-9202. Canasta Players: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m-3p.m. Contact Sharon at sharonreesor@bellsouth.net. Card Sharks: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m. until noon. A different card game every week! Fun Friday!: Friday, May 16 at 11:45a.m. It’s Yahtzee this month. Come learn this great dice game that combines skill and luck. Lunch provided for those who RSVP.