J . L . Tu r n e r C e n t e r October Newsletter FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being, and lifelong learning. October 2014
Women’s Month
Letter from the Director
Vineyards and many more. We are also featuring a beautiful burlap wreath “Crafting with Candace” project and a gardening and plant exchange presentation.
Dear Turner Center Members, Fall has officially arrived and we have planned a lot of fun trips and activities with the changing season (and beautiful weather) in mind! In October, we have several really special events planned and we hope you will join us. We are hosting another Friday Night Dance on 10/17/14, a mini-retreat entitled “Fierce with Age” on 10/28/14 as well as a Halloween Chili Cook-Off and Pumpkin Carving Contest on 10/31/14!
Don’t forget to check out the newsletter insert which features all of the Turner at Twilight offerings for this month. We have two exceptional presentations planned as well as an evening intermediate acrylic painting class. All members of the center are encouraged to participate in these activities! ~ Megan
We are fortunate to have so many amazing women who attend our center and we want to honor each and every one of you! During the month of October, we are celebrating the many wonderful women who are members of the FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center! Please join us on several fantastic trips: manicures at the Aveda Institute, wine tasting and a Music in the Vines concert at Arrington
Fierce with Age Carol Orsborn, PhD., will lead us in a four hour mini-retreat discussing spirituality and aging and becoming fierce with age. Join us on Tuesday, October 28th from 9:30a.m. until 1:30p.m. only $15 for members. Non-members are $20. Lunch is included with this event.
Friday Night Dance Be here Friday, October 17th from 6:00-8:00p.m. and groove to the music of Motown – The Temptations, The Supremes, Jackson 5, and more! Tickets are $5 in advance; $7 at the door. Refreshments will be provided. There will also be a retro photo area, a game of “Name That Tune” and a lot more!
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Special Events
(all events are free unless otherwise indicated)
***NEW*** Walking Groups each week in October: Wednesday from 8:00a.m to 9:00a.m. OR Thursday from 4:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. See details at the center. Flu Shots: Thursday, October 2 from 4:00—5:30p.m. Gardening and Plant Exchange: Monday, October 6 at 10:00a.m. Beginning Spanish Class (8 weeks): Starts Monday, October 6 at 10:00a.m. Macular Degeneration Lunch & Learn with Regeneron: Friday, October 17 at 11:30a.m. Qigong and Reiki Presentation and Demo: Tuesday, October 21 at 9:45a.m. Chaffin’s Barn-Gone But Not Forgotten: Thursday, October 23 at 11:15a.m. Supper Club at the Cheesecake Factory: Monday, October 27 at 4:30p.m. Nashville Humane Association Puppy Visit: Wednesday, October 29 at 11:30 am Chili Cook-off and Pumpkin Carving Contest: Friday, October 31 at 11:30a.m.
On The Road with Joan—MOTORCOACH October Trip: Old Tennessee Trail in Columbia, Tennessee. Thursday, October 23, 2014. $39 per person (lunch included) November Trip: Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee. Saturday, November 8, 2014. $28 per person (lunch is on your own) December Trip: “A Christmas to Remember in Mayberry” in Granville, Tennessee. Wednesday, December 10, 2014. $50 per person (lunch included) Only a few spots left! Make reservations with Joan Sincerbox at joan.sincerbox@comcast.net or 615-646-0059.
Open Enrollment Opportunities Medicare Open Enrollment period is October 15, 2014 through December 7, 2014. The following organizations will be here to answer your Open Enrollment questions during this period: Tennessee Supplemental Health Insurance Program: Tuesday, November 4 from 9:00a.m. to 2:45p.m. Appointment required.
Independent Insurance Consultant Kevin Fincham: Mondays from 8:00a.m. to 11:00a.m. Appointment required. Humana:
Thursday, October 16 at 1:00p.m. Thursday, October 30 at 10:00a.m. Thursday, November 13 at 10:00a.m. Thursday, December 4 at 1:00p.m.
Cigna/Healthspring: Wednesday, October 22 at 10:00a.m. or 2:00p.m. Tuesday, November 11 at 10:00a.m. or 2:00p.m.
Crafting with Candace - Burlap Wreaths: Friday, October 10 at 11:00a.m. $18 includes all supplies!
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Field Trips POP UP TRIPS!! Sign up in the lobby to be the first to hear about these EXCLUSIVE, LAST MINUTE trips each month. Aveda Institute Trip: Thursday, October 2 at 11:45a.m. $22 Arrington Vineyards Trip: Friday, October 3 at 4:00p.m. $7 Music City Center Tour: Tuesday, October 7 at 10:45a.m. $6 - Waiting list only! Farmer’s Market Trip: Wednesday, October 8 at 9:30a.m. $6 Bluebird Café Trip: Thursday, October 9 at 8:45a.m. $5 - Waiting list only! Mount Olivet Cemetery Tour: Saturday, October 11 at 3:30p.m. $6 Mystery Trip: Tuesday, October 14 at 11:00a.m. $12 Music for Seniors Trip: Wednesday, October 15 at 9:00a.m. $6 Nashville City Cemetery Tour: Saturday, October 18 at 1:45p.m. $6 Lunchin’ Around at The Silly Goose: Friday, October 24 at 10:30a.m. $6
Don’t miss out on the Halloween fun! Chili Cook-Off and Pumpkin Carving Contest Friday, 10/31/14 at 11:30am
Groups Amateur Photography Group: Monday, October 6 at 10:00a.m. **NEW DAY*** Sit & Knit: Fridays from 9:00a.m. - 11:30a.m. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Line Dance: Beginner’s Class Wednesdays at 1:00p.m. Intermediate/Advanced class each Friday at 10:30a.m. Contact Louise at lgoodman00@comcast.net Creating Memoirs/Storytelling Group: Thursday, October 23 at 1:00p.m. with the Book and Written Memory Group. Guest author Alphonso Ashworth will discuss his book Spin Cycle: A Story of Faith in the Power of Prayer. Book and Written Memory Group: Thursday, October 23 at 1:00p.m. with the Creating Memoirs/Storytelling Group. Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Each Friday at 9:00a.m. October 3: 18th & 19th Centuries Musical Program October 10: “Kellytown” - Bill Coke, Mayor of Forest Hills October 17: Bob Brandt will discuss his new book about Nashville's Parks and Greenways. October 24: Speaker to be confirmed. October 31: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL - Dragon: Myths, Mysteries, and Legends
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center 8101 Hwy 100 Nashville, TN 37221 Phone: 615-646-9622 Fax: 615-673-8729 AOA Hotline: 615-743-6222 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
FiftyForward is proud to present the 4th Annual Viva la Diva Run on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at the Nissan North America campus in Cool Springs. More details coming soon. . .
Turner at Twilight is geared towards “baby boomers”, but all members age 50+ are welcome! Please look at the insert in this newsletter and see what fun evening/weekend activities we have planned for this month.
Announcements SHOP FOR A CAUSE 2014 Fall Marketfest and Silent Auction Monday, November 10— Wednesday, November 12 Do some early Christmas shopping with us and support your FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center & Bellevue Family YMCA
SAVE THE DATE! Thanksgiving Luncheon is Wednesday, November 19th at 11:30a.m.
Games Sudoku: Monday, October 6 from 10:30a.m.-Noon. Contact Howard at hnphorn@aol.com. Mah-Jongg: Tuesdays, 9:00a.m.-12:00p.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. Cribbage Crew: Tuesday, October 14 and 28 at 1:00pm. Please bring a snack to share! Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, October 16 at Noon. Please bring a snack to share!