J . L . Tu r n e r C e n t e r February Newsletter FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being, and lifelong learning. February 2014
Coming Attractions
Letter from the Director Dear Turner Center Members, We hope that 2014 is starting out to be a great year for you! I wanted to make sure that our members were aware of the FiftyForward Inclement Weather Policy: On days when Metro Nashville Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, the J. L Turner Center will open at 10 a.m. and all classes and trips will be canceled. If MNPS is already scheduled to be out on a day due to inclement weather, FiftyForward will post to Snowbird by 6 a.m. our opening status. As always, if Tennessee State offices are closed all FiftyForward centers/ offices will remain closed. Please call the Bellevue Family YMCA regarding whether SilverSneakers classes will be held. Fondly, Megan
Did you know that heart disease kills more women than all types of cancer combined? Don your favorite RED outfit and join us on Friday, February 7th at 1:00p.m. The Turner Center will host a Go Red for women event where you can have your heart health questions answered by a cardiologist, try some heart-healthy
snacks, have your blood pressure and blood glucose checked with a Kroger Pharmacist, and join in support of women’s heart health. At the event, we will have a drawing for tickets to this year’s Southern Women’s Show held at the beautiful new Music City Center in March.
Ask The Social Worker By Gretchen Funk, MSW FiftyForward Program Coordinator, Care Team
Question for February: "Who can I call if I need a ride to the doctor?" Great question - when we can no longer drive, our world can get smaller while our worries, about how we will get where we need to go, get larger. First, check with neighbors, friends, your church, and
other groups to which you belong. You never know until you ask if any of these supports in your life can help with rides. A popular low-cost option in Nashville is the Metropolitan Transit Authority's (MTA) Access Ride program for people who cannot use regular bus routes. Call (615) 880-3970 for the paperwork for you and your doctor to complete. Numerous companies charge fees to drive to appointments. For more information, call FiftyForward's Living at Home program at (615) 743-3416.
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Special Events Road Scholar Presentation: Monday, February 3 at 10:30a.m. Gather Round Literature Group: Mondays in February from 1:00p.m.—2:30p.m. Can Epilepsy Affect Me a Senior?: Tuesday, February 4 at 10:30a.m. Go Red for women Event:Friday, February 7 at 1:00p.m. Healthy Habits Presentation with Beth: Monday, February 24 at 10:30a.m. Arthritis Awareness w/ Star Physical Therapy: Tuesday, February 25 at 10:30a.m. Potluck/ “Pyramid Game”: Wednesday, February 26 at 11:30a.m. Chaffin’s Barn “Always a Bridesmaid”: Thursday, February 27 at 11:15a.m.
On The Road with Joan March Trip: Elk Valley Spring Crafter’s Show in Fayetteville, TN. Saturday, March 8, 2014. $27 per person April Trip: World’s Biggest Fish Fry in Paris, TN. Saturday, April 26, 2014. $27 per person May Trip: Spring Music & Arts Festival in Historic Rugby, TN. $30 per person
AARP Tax Assistance Program Tax preparation assistance will be offered each Monday between February 3, 2014 and April 14, 2014 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. This program benefits low to moderate Income individuals ages 60 and over. Call 646-9622 x 72259 for an appointment.
Contact Joan Sincerbox at 646-0059 for reservations.
AND THE WINNER IS. . . Thanks to those of you who found us on Facebook in January. The winners are: Donna Coode, Joyce Wisby, Louise Goodman, Rosemary Vaughn, and Norene Fossick. These winners will a Turner Center prize!
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Arts and Crafts Art Trunk: What Does It Mean To Be An American? Friday, February 7 at 11:00a.m. Crafting with Candace: Posh Potholders: Thursday, February 20 at 10:30a.m. You won’t believe these creative alternative uses for potholders. Come by the center to see samples. Only $5!
COMING IN MARCH—Art Workshop: Mixed Media/Collage
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Field Trips ♦
Goodwill Shopping in Franklin: Wednesday, February 5 at 10:15a.m. ♦ ♦
Symphony Trip: Thursday, February 6 at 11:00a.m.
Second Harvest Food Bank: Tuesday, February 11 at 9:45a.m. Bluebird Café: Thursday, February 13 at 8:45a.m.
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Music for Seniors “Love Songs for my Valentine”: Friday, February 14 at 11:00a.m. ♦ ♦
Mystery Trip: Monday, February 17 at 9:30a.m.
Lunchin’ Around: The Yellow Porch: Tuesday, February 18 at 10:45 a.m. ♦ ♦
Fisk Jubilee Singers: Wednesday, February 19 at 9:15a.m.
Supper Club to City Limits: Monday, February 24 at 4:30p.m.
Groups Book and Written Memory Group: February is a “Written Memories” month. Thursday, February 27 at 1:00p.m. Contact Ann at 646-8683 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. Quilting: Fridays, 11:15 am—3 pm. Contact Eva, at evacrsy@hotmail.com. Sit & Knit: Tuesdays at 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Contact Mary Lou at mlpierce@bellsouth.net Bellevue History and Genealogy Group: Fridays in February at 9:00a.m. February 7th—Moving Metro Archives to the Nashville Room with Kent Oliver February 14th—History of Tennessee Preparatory School from 1800 to 2002 with Carolyn Gregory February 21st—Battle of New Orleans and Its Impact on the Ware of 1812 with Howard Kittell February 28th—Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence with John C. Glynn Jr.
Volunteer Opportunities February Turner Center Volunteer Opportunities: ♦
Fun Friday Host: 2/21/14
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Monthly Potluck Assistance: 2/26/14 “Wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is doing it.” David Star Jordan (1851-1931)
FiftyForward RSVP offers volunteer opportunities! Whether in the Turner Center or around the Nashville area, you can lend a helping hand. Call Liane Proctor at 743-3426 for more details or visit the website: www.fiftyforward.org.
Announcements →Blood Pressure checks are available any time in the Turner Center lobby.
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
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→Calling all Baby Boomers!
Save the date for the Turner at Twilight Open House. Food, entertainment, information, a raffle, and demonstrations at this preview party. Wednesday, March 26th 5:30p.m.—7:30p.m.
Joan Sincerbox, On the Road with Joan Travel Coordinator, joansincerbox@comcast.net or (615) 646-0059
Games Sudoku: Monday, February 3, 10:30a.m.-Noon. Contact Howard at hnphorn@aol.com. Bingo MOVES to Wednesdays!: Wednesday, February 12 at Noon. Sponsored by Strike and Spare. NEW! Sensational Scrabble: Will play again in March. Bunco Bonanza: Thursday, February 20 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. *** Beginning Mah-Jongg Class starts in March!*** Bridge: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12p.m.-3p.m. Contact Ed at 646-9202. Canasta Players: Tuesdays, 9:30a.m-3p.m. Contact Sharon at sharonreesor@bellsouth.net. Billiards: Tuesday, February 11 and 25, 1:30p.m.—3p.m. Fun Friday!: Friday, February 21 at 11:45a.m. This month we are playing Attack Uno. Lunch provided by The Barton House for those who RSVP. Bring your Attack Uno game with you.